Village of Hoffman Estates Government

10/16/2026

Mark your calendar this Saturday, Oct. 17 and plan to join the Hoffman Estates Village Board for the Coffee with the Board event at 10 a.m. in the Council Chambers at Village Hall, 1900 Hassell Rd.

This informal meet-and-greet provides a relaxed forum where the community can speak with Mayor McLeod and Trustees. Residents are invited to enjoy a cup of coffee, express opinions, ask questions and provide input on items of interest in the community.

10/15/2026

The October 15, 2026, issue of Hoffman Estates eNews is out - take a look!

Email from Village of Hoffman Estates Keep up to date with what's happening in our community. October 15, 2026 Police Department hosting community meeting tonight The Hoffman Estates Police Department

10/15/2026

In honor of America’s 250th birthday, Historian and Singer-songwriter Chris Vallillo will perform The Power of Song in Democracy, featuring music from the entire length and breadth of our nation's history. This performance will take place at Village Hall, 1900 Hassell Rd., tonight, Thursday, Oct. 15 starting at 7 p.m.

His performance demonstrates the power of song to mold and empower political, social and moral issues of the day. From the days of the revolution, right on up to these modern times, music has been used to spread the ideas of democracy and shape the movements and issues of the day. Chris will perform a selection of the best songs and share the details and stories of their place in history.

An award-winning singer/songwriter and roots musician who has twice served as the Illinois State Scholar for the Smithsonian Institution's traveling exhibit on roots music, Chris Vallillo brings to life the people and places of “unmetropolitan” America in song.

Performing on six string and bottleneck slide guitars, Vallillo weaves original, contemporary, and traditional songs and narratives into a compelling and entertaining portraits of the Midwest.

10/14/2026

Early voting for the upcoming General Election on Nov. 3 runs Oct. 19 through Nov. 2 at Hoffman Estates Village Hall, 1900 Hassell Road, Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the early voting period.

Village Hall is NOT a polling place on Nov. 3. Visit the Cook County Clerk online for information on where to cast a ballot on Election Day. cookcountyclerkil.gov

10/14/2026

The Hoffman Estates Police Department is hosting a Community Beat Meeting on Thursday, Oct. 15 starting at 7 p.m. at the Hoffman Estates Police Department, 411 W. Higgins Rd. This meeting is open to anyone who works or resides in the Village.

Community Beat meetings provide the Police Department opportunities to work with the community to build trust, improve communication, and prevent crime. Attendees will interact with police officers and command staff to learn about current crime trends, get safety tips, ask questions, and share concerns.

10/14/2026

Tomorrow! Please join me as I bring Fight the Flood to the Village of Hoffman Estates with Commissioner Kevin B. Morrison. I will share many useful resources and timely information regarding residential flooding. Don't miss it!

10/13/2026

In honor of America’s 250th birthday, Historian and Singer-songwriter Chris Vallillo will perform The Power of Song in Democracy, featuring music from the entire length and breadth of our nation's history. This performance will take place at Village Hall, 1900 Hassell Rd., on Thursday, Oct. 15 starting at 7 p.m.

His performance demonstrates the power of song to mold and empower political, social and moral issues of the day. From the days of the revolution, right on up to these modern times, music has been used to spread the ideas of democracy and shape the movements and issues of the day. Chris will perform a selection of the best songs and share the details and stories of their place in history.

An award-winning singer/songwriter and roots musician who has twice served as the Illinois State Scholar for the Smithsonian Institution's traveling exhibit on roots music, Chris Vallillo brings to life the people and places of “unmetropolitan” America in song.

Performing on six string and bottleneck slide guitars, Vallillo weaves original, contemporary, and traditional songs and narratives into a compelling and entertaining portraits of the Midwest.

10/13/2026

Join Health and Human Services for the monthly Memory Minders Brain Health Class! Memory Minders meets the third Thursday of the month at Village Hall at 10 a.m. The next class meets on Oct. 15.

Challenge your brain through interactive activities designed at maintaining cognitive function and memory. To register, please call Health and Human Services at 847-781-4850 or email [email protected]

10/13/2026

Hoffman Estates Arts Commission: Choosing Your First Acoustic Guitar
Saturday Oct. 17, 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Village Hall

Statistics show that 95 percent of beginning guitar players quit after the first year. The reasons? Choosing the wrong size guitar and choosing a guitar with bad playability. Join the Hoffman Estates Arts Commission and Dr. JC at Village Hall on Saturday, Oct. 17 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. to learn about finding and choosing a guitar that fits you, is easy to play and won't break the bank. This free seminar will include the opportunity to play sample guitars, and a drawing to win an acoustic guitar. Open to ages 7 and up. Register online at hoffmanestatesarts.com.

10/12/2026

Mayor McLeod and members of the Hoffman Estates Dementia Friendly Community Committee recently recognized L&M Financial Services, Inc for becoming a Dementia Friendly Community Business Partner! As part of the program, Dementia Friendly Business Partner employees participate in a training program established through the Village's Health and Human Services Department. Learn more about this program on the Village's website at www.hoffmanestates.org/DementiaFriendly