E-Newsletter-December 18, 2020
Mundelein Board of Trustees Appoint New Police Chief 
At the December 14, 2020, Board Meeting, the Mundelein Trustees appointed John Monahan to the position of Police Chief of the Mundelein Police Department, effective immediately. With oversight from the Village Administrator, Eric Guenther, Chief Monahan will manage ....Read More
Mundelein’s Holiday Decoration Contest Winners Announced
Mundelein Community Connection and the Village of Mundelein are thrilled to announce the winners in the First Annual Holiday Decoration Contest! Special thanks to everyone who nominated homes in the contest and voted or their favorites. CONGRATULATIONS to our winners! 
You make Mundelein proud!...Read More
Santa’s Cottage Event…THIS SATURDAY! Four Chances to WIN the Golden Ticket! 
Santa and his helpers will be at Santa’s Cottage once again on 12/19 from Noon to 3 p.m. at 300 Plaza Circle to say “hello” and wave to the children as they drive thru to see Santa. We had a WONDERFUL TURNOUT at the event last Saturday. If you missed the first event, try to stop by...Read More
Virtual Tree Lighting Ceremony-
VIDEO RECAP!
Mundelein’s Virtual Tree Lighting event recently took place. Thank you to everyone who tuned in to watch and kick-off the holiday season with style and most importantly, HOPE. If you were unable to watch the event unfold live, Watch the VIDEO!
MAC Creating “Doors of Mundelein” Poster...Submit Your Door!
We want to see your festive front doors and stoops! The Mundelein Arts Commission (MAC) is creating a poster collage to celebrate the “Doors of Mundelein”. Whether your entryway is decorated for the season, is unique or ornate, or is just plain interesting to look at, it could be...Read More
Week 5 of Mundelein’s “Give and Receive” Promotion Underway!
Mundelein’s “Give and Receive” shop local promotion rewards you with a chance to win a gift card simply by shopping locally! By supporting all Mundelein businesses, you will spread goodwill throughout the community AND earn the chance to receive a gift card for $25, $50 or...Read More
Village Clerk and Assistant Superintendent Team-Up to Assist Community 
Mundelein proudly recognizes Village Clerk and MHS parent liaison, Sol Cabachuela in partnership with Jamie DiCarlo, MHS Assistant Superintendent of Student Services, for overseeing and coordinating hundreds of volunteers, local businesses, and community groups, to assist residents in need. Thanks to their efforts...Read More
Gift Card SCAM Taking Place in Mundelein…and Beyond
Please be aware of a gift card scam taking place at Target and at the Jewel grocery stores in Mundelein. Recently at Target, a woman was trying to purchase two gift cards for $500 each. The Target manager questioned the woman to determine if someone had called her and told her to buy the gift cards and not tell anyone....Read More
Local Musicians to Entertainment via FM Radio Broadcast During Santa's Cottage
Special thanks to Mundelein’s talented musicians who will be providing the music at Mundelein’s Drive-Thru Santa’s Cottage event again THIS Saturday, Dec. 19 from Noon to 3 p.m.! Simply tune in your radio to 88.5 FM and you will hear a beautiful arrangement of music ...Read More
Village of Mundelein Holiday Hours
Village of Mundelein offices will be closed December 24-25. Offices will re-open at 8 a.m. on Dec. 28. In recognition of the New Year, offices will close at Noon on December 31 and remain closed on Jan. 1, 2021. Offices re-open at 8 a.m. on January 4. Mayor Lentz and the Board of Trustees wish everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday season and a healthy and happy 2021.
Toy Collection Event
Mundelein’s Kiddy Learning Station is hosting a "Give-a-Toy" Donation Drive for the YWCA of Lake County. The toy drive concludes December 17.  If you would like to donate, please stop by 745 N. Diamond Lake Road, and drop off your donation at the front entrance. Donations accepted from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Monday -Friday. Please contact Dean or Julia at 847-566-0966 with any donation questions. 
MFD to Host Community Blood Drive-Great Need During Holidays
As a community service, the Mundelein Fire Department is hosting a Holiday Community Blood Drive on Saturday, January 16, 2021 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mundelein Fire Station-1000 North Midlothian Drive. Appointments are highly recommended as the...Read More
An Opportunity to Serve—2021 Commission Openings and Expiring Terms
Mundelein residents who are interested in getting more involved with the community are encouraged to consider applying for Mundelein’s 2021 Commission openings. Here is a list of expiring terms and specific openings. Terms Expiring on April 30, 2021: -Board of Fire and...Read More
COVID Vaccine Registration Available 
A COVID-19 vaccine is now available. We are pleased to inform you that the Lake County AllVax Portal is now open! Please register at:
Vaccine Registration so we can notify you when it is time to make your appointment to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.