Don't Miss the Wheaton Block Party this Saturday

The City of Wheaton Community Relations Commission invites the community to attend the Wheaton Block Party, a free, family-friendly event on Saturday, Sept. 20, from noon to 3 p.m. at Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave. This citywide block party in the park is designed to foster connections among residents, businesses, public services and organizations, while celebrating Wheaton’s past, present and future.

Activities Include:

• Community mural: Add your block to the Wheaton Block Party mural
• The Matt and Jenn Band ('80s music)
• Acoustic sounds of Michael C. Hayes
• Free face painting and balloon art for children
• Wheaton police officer and squad car
• Carnival games and a big slide for kids of all ages
• Train ride for children
• Button-making by the Wheaton Public Library
• City Council members to meet and greet
• Antique and luxury cars to view
• Cake walks, sponsored by Nothing Bundt Cakes 
• Wheaton history talks

Food will be available for purchase from 302 Wheaton, Javi’s Burritos, Kimmer’s Ice Cream, pizza from Dough, The Little Popcorn Store, and Chick-fil-A, with water sales benefiting the Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans.

Event sponsors include First Trust Portfolios LP, T2 Investments, and Amplify ETFs. For more information, visit www.wheaton.il.us/WheatonBlockParty.

Temporary Road Closures on Sept. 20 for College Church Run for the STARS 5K Race

The College Church Run for the STARS 5K Race/Walk is on Saturday, Sept. 20. The following streets will be temporarily closed from approximately 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. for the event:

• Seminary Ave., between Scott St. and Washington St.
• College Ave., between Washington St. and Howard St.
• Wesley St., between Scott St. and Washington St.
• Front St., between Scott St. and Washington St.
• Crescent St. at Washington St.
• Michigan St., between Chase St. and Fischer St.
• Liberty Drive, between Washington St. and Fischer St.
• Willow Ave., between Washington St. and Chase St.
• Illinois St., between Washington St. and Chase St.
• Indiana St., between Washington St. and Chase St.
• Evergreen St., between Washington St. and Chase St.
• Washington St., between Seminary Ave. and Evergreen St.
• Hillside Court, between Liberty Drive and Willow Ave.
• Sumner St., between Liberty Drive and Illinois St.
• Campbell Ave. at Evergreen St.
• Chase St., between Michigan St. and Roosevelt Road
• Fischer St., between Michigan St. and Liberty Drive

View a map of the road closures

To ensure the safety of the participants, please do not move the barricades. Motorists may experience temporary traffic delays and choose to alter their travel routes to avoid this area.

Information from the City of Wheaton Regarding Federal Immigration Enforcement Activity

The City of Wheaton and Wheaton Police Department are aware of recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) activity in Wheaton. We have received numerous inquiries about federal immigration operations within the city and the level of communication and cooperation between federal and local authorities. Please visit the City's website for information.

Thank You for Attending the September 11 Remembrance Ceremony

Thank you for joining us at the September 11 Remembrance Ceremony last week. Your presence helped us honor the lives lost in the September 11 attacks and the military conflicts that followed, while also paying tribute to those who continue to serve and protect our community. We are grateful to the community groups, local musicians, community leaders, and the Wheaton Park District for their meaningful contributions to this important event. If you missed the ceremony, view this video to see the event.

Join the DuPage Metro Police Explorer Post 644

The Wheaton Police Department with the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office & Glen Ellyn Police Department are proud to present the opportunity to our communities’ youth to become a part of DuPage Metro Police Explorer’s Post #644. 

The DuPage Metro Explorers program is a career-oriented initiative that gives young adults, ages 14-20 years old, the opportunity to explore a career in law enforcement or other related fields in the criminal justice system by working with local law enforcement agencies. These training opportunities include hands-on activities, demonstrations, and meetings to gain an in-depth personal understanding of what it means to be a member of the law enforcement community. 

Interested? Email Sgt. Smith at the Wheaton Police Department at asmith@wheaton.il.us. 

Find out more about the Law Enforcement Exploring program.

Senior Assistance Program Application Deadline Approaching

The City of Wheaton is now accepting applications for the Senior Assistance Program, an annual program administered through the City’s Commission on Aging that provides monthly financial assistance to qualifying seniors. Applications will be accepted through Friday, Sept. 19, 2025.

Wheaton residents must meet the following four requirements to qualify for the 2026 Wheaton Senior Assistance Program (assistance running Jan. 1-Dec. 31, 2026):

• Age: Must be at least 65 years or older.
• Residency: Must be a current incorporated Wheaton resident for at least the last consecutive 3 years.
  • Must reside in the residence for 9+ months of the year.
• Income: Annual household income cannot exceed $33,950.
• In-person/In-Home interview: Agree to an in-person interview at the residence.

If you are receiving Section 8 or DuPage Housing Authority assistance, you are NOT eligible to apply for this program.

If you meet these four qualifications and would like to apply for Wheaton Senior Assistance, please complete the Wheaton Senior Assistance Application and submit it with the required supporting documents to:

City of Wheaton, ATTN: Michelle Mayer, 303 W. Wesley St. Wheaton, IL 60187

For more information about this program, please contact the City of Wheaton at 630-260-2019 or email mmayer@wheaton.il.us.