Hanover Township Fall Food Truck Festival set for Sept. 14

Hanover Township will host its annual Fall Food Truck Festival on Sept. 14, at the township's William Tiknis Campus, 250 S. Route 59, Bartlett. From 5 to 8 p.m., attendees will have the opportunity to visit a variety of food trucks, enjoy live music and receive information on the townships programs and services. Free games for kids will also be available.

"The fest brings our neighbors together with live music, food trucks and fun," said Brian P. McGuire, Hanover Township supervisor. "More importantly, the event provides an opportunity for residents to learn more about the services Hanover Township provides right in their own community."

Attendees will have the opportunity to talk with officials and staff about the township's programs for adults aged 55 and older, after-school-programs for youth, property tax appeal assistance, veteran's programs, health screenings, food pantry programs and more.

Food vendors include Duke's Blues-N-BBQ, Aunt Tina's Sound Bites, E.J. Pierogi, Billy Bricks Wood Fired Pizza, Coop's Fresh Chicken, Perk N' Pickle, Rebecca's Cakes by Design, My Cocina, Grumpy Gaucho, Kona Ice, Mamalicious Jerk N' Curry Cuisine, Cheezie Mac's, and the Hawaiian Food Truck. Chicago area cover band, "GOOROOS" will perform live. A beverage tent will also offer a variety of beer and wine as well as soda and water.

Attendees are strongly encouraged to utilize the off-site parking options at the Village Church of Bartlett, 601 W. Bartlett Road, Bartlett, and the Bartlett Metra Lot at Western and Oneida avenues, Bartlett. Free shuttles will provide transportation to and from the campus.

For information on the festival or township programs, call (630) 837-0301 or visit www.fallfoodtruckfest.com.