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December Events

Tree Lighting Ceremony
December 2, 2010 7:00 p.m.
Breidert Green, Oak & Kansas Streets, Frankfort

Call 815-469-2177 x243 or visit www.villageoffrankfort.com


Geneva Christmas Walk and House Tour
December 3 and 4, 2010
S. Third Street & W. State Street (Route 38)
Geneva, IL

A special holiday tradition to ring in the season! The annual Christmas Walk begins with choirs singing carols, lighting the Great Tree on the courthouse lawn and chestnuts roasting over open fires. Santa Lucia offers cookies and Santa Claus arrives to visit and the first candy cane of the season is presented to the Mayor. Enjoy holiday shopping along the charming downtown streets and a tour of distinctive homes dressed in holiday fare.

For more information: www.genevachamber.com/festivals.html


Fulton Christmas Walk
December 3, 2010 5pm - 7pm
Downtown Fulton, IL

Enjoy the sights and sounds of the holiday season in downtown Fulton. Carolers, Santa Claus, The Grinch, live reindeer, 2 mile run/walk, wagon rides, children's crafts, live nativity, free refreshments, and holiday shopping.

For more information contact the Fulton Chamber at 815-589-4545 or www.cityoffulton.us


Downtown Christmas Walk
December 3, 2010 - Time TBA
Downtown Rochelle, IL

More information to follow. Visit www.rochelletourism.com


The Apple Tree
December 3-19, 2010 8:00 p.m. except 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday
Illinois Theatre Center, 371 Artists Walk, Park Forest

Musical based on stories by Mark Twain, Frank Stockton and Jules Feiffer. Perfect family entertainment.

Call 708-481-3510 or visit www.ilthctr.org for more information.


Christmas at Heritage Canyon
December 4, 2010 10am - 4pm and Illuminated Walk 6pm - 8pm
515 N. 4th Street, Fulton, IL

The Early American Crafters celebrate the holiday season at Heritage Canyon with a bake sale, music, and craft demonstrations. The Canyon is beautifully decorated with holiday greens and luminaries.

For information contact the Fulton Chamber at 815-589-4545 or www.cityoffulton.us


The Nutcracker
December 11, 2010 1:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m.
One University Parkway, University Park

The Salt Creek Ballet presents holiday favorite, featuring a cast of more than 75 local dancers, joined by the Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra.

Call 708-235-2222 or visit www.centertickets.net for more information.


The Fantastic Toy Shoppe
December 18, 2010 3:00 p.m.
One University Parkway, University Park

Experience the hustle and bustle of the holiday season as the owners of a small toy shop struggle to make ends meet and pay their rent.

Call 708-235-2222 or visit www.centertickets.com for more information.


Bridal Sampler Wedding Expo
December 20, 2010
Holiday Inn Matteson Hotel & Conference Center, 500 Holiday Plaza, Matteson

Chicago Wedding Expo.

Call 708-747-3500 or visit www.chicagosouthland.com for more information.


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