Holiday Gift Guide November 2012

Your Complete Local Shopping Guide for Holiday Savings & Events!

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Gift Guide 2012

Featuring: Local Shopping, Holiday Events, & Adoptable Pets!

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Holiday Sweets and Treats

Bring the family together with homemade sweets Everything tastes better when it’s fresh and made with love -- and the holidays are the perfect time to try your hand at making homemade candy.

Creating your own candy treats is easier than most people realize. Indeed, many experienced bakers don’t know that making homemade candy can be a cakewalk.

“Folks have lost touch with their inner Willy Wonkas,” says Liz Gutman, co-author of the new cookbook, “The Liddabit Sweets Candy Cookbook.” She and co-author Jen King are debunking the myth that creating homemade candy is an insurmountable task.

“For the health-conscious, homemade candy is also a safer bet than the storebought variety, which often contains endless artificial ingredients,” says King.

To get started, try out this recipe for “Buckeyes” from Gutman and King’s

new book: Makes about buckeyes

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Ingredients: For centers • 1/4 cup room temperature cream cheese • 1 1/2 cups creamy commercial peanut butter • 1 1/4 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature • 2 teaspoons fine sea salt • 1 cup almond or peanut flour • 3 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted

For dipping and garnish About 4 cups chopped dark chocolate. Coarse sea salt (optional) • Combine all “centers” ingredients in mixer bowl and beat on mediumhigh until completely incorporated.

Cover and refrigerate the peanut butter

mixture until firmed a little (about 30 minutes).

• Roll mixture into balls of 1 tablespoon each and place on prepared baking sheet. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes.

• Prepare 4 cups dipping chocolate: Fill a large saucepan with water to a depth of about 1 inch. Bring to a boil, uncovered, over high heat. Turn off heat and set a bowl on top. Add about two-thirds of the chopped chocolate and allow it to sit for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring only occasionally with a heatproof spatula. Once chocolate melts and reaches desired temperature (it should feel warm) lift the bowl, and place it on a folded dish towel. Wipe moisture off the bottom and side of the bowl. Add reserved chocolate, about 1/4 cup at a time, stirring vigorously and constantly until lumpfree and cool. This will take about 15 minutes. Allow to set. Place chocolate in a large bowl.

• Stick a toothpick into a peanut butter ball and dip in the chocolate, leaving

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the top quarter undipped. Transfer to second prepared baking sheet. Remove toothpick, and cover hole left behind with a few grains of coarse sea salt.

Repeat with remaining buckeyes.

• Allow buckeyes to sit until chocolate is firm, about 15 to 20 minutes. Store layered with wax paper in a refrigerated airtight container for up to 4 weeks.

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Holiday Pet Ideas

How to get your pets into the holiday spirit The holidays are all about spending time with your family and friends.

If you’re a pet owner, you’ll want to include dogs and cats in the celebration.Here are some fun ways to get pets into the holiday spirit:

Family Portrait

Don’t forget to include pets in your family holiday portrait! Take the opportunity to give them baths or have them professionally groomed so they look their best. If your family coordinates colors, adorn your dog or cat with a matching bow or bandana.

When possible, avoid using a flash. Not only may the bright light cause your pet to jump at that crucial moment, but there’s nothing cute about red eyes on a

furry friend.

Give the Gift of Health

“The holidays are a great time to show your dog or cat that you care about them.” says Tim Blankenbaker with The Nutro Company, a natural pet food company. “The perfect gift is one that both tastes great and is good for your pet’s health.”

According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, three-fourths of dogs and cats over age three have oral disease. And a pet’s oral health can affect his or her whole body and well-being. Luckily, a lot of these issues are preventable with daily oral care. While tooth brushing is the gold standard, there are more delicious

dental care options, as well, that can make great gifts for pets.

This year, consider giving your dog or cat dental chews that carry the Veterinary Oral Health Council Seal of Acceptance for control of plaque and tartar. For example, Greenies Canine Dental Chews, made by The Nutro Company, are the number one veterinarian-recommended dental chews and are available in special Season’s Greenies holiday packaging around this time of year.

Holiday Safety

Holiday décor is beautiful to look at, but not all of it is safe for your pet.

Either stick to safe species of holiday plants like orchids, or be sure to place your amaryllis, holly and mistletoe,

which are poisonous when ingested, well out of your pet’s reach.

Keep the area around your Christmas tree free of pine needle debris, which can puncture the stomach and intestines on their way through your pet’s digestive system.

While you’ll likely want to share your holiday feast with your pet, do so safely.

Table scraps can lead to unnecessary weight gain or other health related complications.

No matter how you choose to spend the season with your furry friend, you can make your memories longer-lasting by sharing them with fellow pet-lovers online.

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Holiday Events

Check out these fun holiday events in your town!

JOLIET NOVEMBER 23

Littlest Elves Workshop. 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Pilcher Park, 2501 Highland Park Drive, Joliet. Can you imagine a better gift than your munchkin’s handprints on a plate? Or even their own artistic creation on a mug? Pick an unfinished ceramic item, paint it, and we’ll fire it for you in time for the holidays. Drop in for music and painting fun! There will be a cost for the item(s) painted. Free plus cost of ceramic item(s). For more information, call 815-741-7277.

Light Up The Holidays Festival/ Parade. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Downtown Joliet on Chicago St, 116 North Chicago St., Suite 101, Joliet. The Light Up The Holidays Parade is held on the Friday after Thanksgiving every year and includes many activi-

ties at downtown venues during the day and ends with the Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5:15 and the Light Up The Holidays Parade at 5:30 pm.

Visit www.jolietdowntown.com for all details.

NOVEMBER 25

Com Ed Festival of Trees. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago Street, Joliet. Get in the holiday spirit by visiting this spectacular display of holiday trees and decorations at the magnificent Rialto Square Theatre.

DECEMBER 1

36th Annual Festival of the Gnomes.

1 to 3:30 p.m. at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park, 201 W. Jefferson, Joliet. See the legends and lore of the wee folk come to life on state. Watch out for the Snotgurgle! Visit the

gift shop filled with “gnomemade” treasures. First year? Get your gnome cap here. Returning? Get a free cap tassel.

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DECEMBER 5

“An Evening of Christmas Music and the Spoken Word.” 7 p.m. at St. Joseph Academy, 51 W. Jackson St., Joliet. St. Joseph Academy’s School of the Arts will present “An Evening of Christmas Music and the Spoken Word.” The School of the Arts is an after-school program open to children and adults in the community wishing to study music, drama or dance. For further information about either the Christmas program or lessons offered by the School of the Arts, please call Tom Hartley or Jan Novotny, Head of School, at 815-723-4567.

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas

by Chip Davis. 8 p.m. at the Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet. Experience the Magic!

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas

BY CHIP DAVIS has been America’s favorite holiday celebration for over 25 years. Grammy Award winner Chip Davis has created a show that features the beloved Christmas music of MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER along with dazzling multimedia effects performed in an intimate setting. The spirit of the season comes alive with the signature sound of Mannheim Steamroller. Don’t miss this ultimate holiday tradition from the #1 Christmas music artist in history! For more information call

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DECEMBER 9

Breakfast With Santa. 8 a.m. to 10:30

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Continued from page 11 a.m. at Louis Joliet Mall, 3340 Mall Loop Drive, Joliet. Santa and Mrs. Claus will provide a fun show and chances for pictures and a meet and greet. Breakfast will be catered by The Old Fashioned Pancake House, scrambled eggs, bacon sausage hash browns french toast pancakes and muffins. Every child will receive a t-shirt and holiday music will fill the food court! We hope to see you there.

Seating and t-shirts are limited!

American Legion Band—The Sounds Of Christmas. 2 p.m. at the Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet. The award-winning Joliet American Legion Band presents, “The Sounds of Christmas” of 2012, a spirited Holiday concert highlighting the theme of the “Season of Giving”. The Band along with the Rialto Square Theatre Foundation have combined their efforts of talents and funds to benefit our area needy.

Several tons of food is donated every year through the generosity of those attending. Enriched with tradition, military sharpness, musical integrity

left behind by the influence of the legendary A. R. McAllister, Sr. referred to as the “Father of the High School Band Movement” and the musical interpretation of our current musical director Tom Drake, these musicians are dedicated to bring you a quality performance with their tremendously rousing musical spirit.

DECEMBER 14

It S A Wonderful Life Live Radio Broadcast. 7 p.m. at the Rialto Square Theatre, 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet.

Be taken back in time as NextMedia presents a live radio broadcast and theatre performance of It s A Wonderful Life. Tickets will benefit the Rialto Square Theatre s major endowment fund. Take the kids and grandkids to this multi-generational nostalgic performance. Experience first-hand how live radio broadcasts used to be made, while watching one of your favorite Christmas classics come to life on stage. The performance will be broadcast live on 1340 WJOL. For more information, call 815-726-6600.

DECEMBER 15

Breakfast with Santa. 9 a.m. to 12

www.buglenewspapers.com p.m. at Hartman Recreation Center, 511 N. Collins St., Joliet. Get into the holiday spirit at the Hartman Center.

Enjoy breakfast, crafts, games and a visit with Santa.

DECEMBER 16

Family Public Skate & Holiday Show. At the Inwood Ice Arena. Join us for a special Family Public Skate followed by a Holiday Show featuring the Inwood Skate School skaters!

There will be more information to come concerning this event. Call extension 305 with any questions or concerns. For more information, call 815-741-7275 Ext. 305.

Shorewood Nov. 21 - Dec. 2

The Village of Shorewood and the Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce are sponsoring 10 days of special deals, customer appreciation events and holiday fun called “Tis The Season To Shop Shorewood”.

The programwill feature special discounts, deals, coupons, and festive

events provided to the public by participating area merchants. Members of the Shorewood Area Chamber will be identified as GOLDEN TICKET businesses showing their participation in a “raffle-with-purchase” program that will see a super gift basket going home with the lucky winner.

The programs runs through Sun., Dec. 2. A full listing of participating merchants, their special offerings to the public and complete raffle rules are available at www.shorewoodchamber.com

Craft night. A donation of $3.00 per house will help defray the cost of the meringue and decorations.

DECEMBER 2

Crest Hill

Sunday, December 2 annual Sunday With Santa program from the Shorewood Parks and Recreation Dept taking place at 2:00pm at the Village Hall.

Lockport

By NOVEMBER 29

Gingerbread Houses Are Back! 6:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church of Lockport, 1000 S. Washington Street, in Yeoman Hall for our annual Gingerbread Housemaking

Bring one box of frosted poptarts for each house you build and you may also bring an appetizer to share while building the gingerbread houses. Please RSVP

to the church office by November 29 with the number of houses you plan to build. Questions? Call the church office at 815-838-1017 or check the website at www.1umclockport.org.

Nov. 23 - Dec. 26

Shop Crest Hill and Win this Christmas. Pick-up a scavenger hunt map and shop Crest Hill businesses from “Black Friday” November 23 through December 26. Present the map at participating businesses to receive special discounts and promotions only available when you show your map.

Collect all the stickers and you’ll be entered for a chance to win one of two grand prizes and many other prizes from participating Crest Hill businesses. Maps will be available at

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all participating businesses. Check the City’s website for more information: www.cityofcresthill.com.

Plainfield Nov. 24 - Dec. 7

Holiday Ornament Making Workshop at The Art Cube Ages: Elementary through Adults Choose form these Dates: Saturday, November 24: 10am-1pm, Saturday, December 1: 10am-1pm,Saturday, December 1: 2-5pm, Friday, December 7: 6-9pm Come to this exciting OrnamentMaking Workshop! We’ll have individual work stations set up with a variety of ornament projects for all skill levels and age groups. During this 3-hour workshop, you’ll be invited to make up to one-dozen ornaments to keep for yourself or hand out as gifts for the holiday season. (Ideas: gifts from kids for teachers, parents, activity directors, etc. or Holiday gift tag embellishments) We would love for you to make an extra ornament for our tree! =) This workshop is limited to 10 students. Cost of Workshop: $60 for one person $51 each for two

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NOVEMBER 24

Candlelight Christmas. Downtown Plainfield 10 am-8pm A family event featuring holiday shopping, photos with Santa, lighting the creche at Plymouth Congregational Church, carriage rides, carolers and more.

DECEMBER 8

Holiday Open House Downtown Plainfield Breakfast/lunch with Santa, holiday shopping, gift wrap station, wine tasting, The Stocking Stuffer Stroll and more. See ad in The Enterprise for details.

DECEMBER 11

Santa’s workshop at the Heritage Center. Ages 2-6. Santa and his elves are eagerly waiting to see you. bring your wish list for Santa. Enjoy a holidy evening with snacks, crafts, and games! A story will be read by Santa. All children will receive a pho-

to with Santa. pictures will be from 6:30-7:15 pm. Must Pre-register.

DECEMBER 12 & 13

Phone Calls From the North Pole through Plainfield Park District will take place Dec. 12 & Dec. 13.

Visit the website to receive form at plainfieldparkdistrict.com or call 815436-8812 for details. Forms must be returned by Dec. 10. Limited to the first 200 forms received.

Holiday Lights Contest-NEW Outdoor lighting contest is open to all Plainfield Park District residents.

Judging will take place at night on Dec. 17 and Tuesday Dec. 18. All decorations must be visible from the sidewalk. A map of addresses will be available on the park district website

by Dec. 17. Registration deadline is Wed. Dec. 12

Bolingbrook Through DECEMBER 31

Symphony in Lights Holiday Light Show. Begins at dusk and runs every

www.buglenewspapers.com hour on the hour until 9 p.m. The Promenande Thanksgiving Scavenger for Nature Hunt All Ages Welcome – FREE through November 30. Explore fall in exciting fashion on this naturethemed scavenger hunt. Stop by Hidden Oaks Nature Center to receive your clue pack and then hike through our different habitats in search of items. Hikes are self-guided and available between 10:00 am-4:00 pm.

Don’t forget to turn in your clue sheet for the chance to be entered into a drawing for a prize. Free registration is required.

DECEMBER 14

Program runs 6:00-7:00 pm or 7:308:30 pm. / Annerino Community Center Come in your favorite Christmas pajamas and celebrate Santa! Each family will receive a 5x7 picture taken with Santa. Children will receive a special gift from Santa after telling him their Christmas wishes.

While your photo is being printed children can complete a craft, play games, listen to winter stories and enjoy delicious cookies and milk.

Children must be accompanied by a parent. Register early! $15 for first child; $10 each additional w/Resident ID $10 for first child and $5 each additional Call (630) 739-0272 for more information.

received their requests. Please make sure your address is printed clearly.

Send to*: Romeoville Recreation Department C/O Santa 900 West Romeo Rd Romeoville, IL 60446*We will forward letters to Santa.

Romeoville

DECEMBER 7

November 1st-November 25th Holiday Coloring Contest Kids age twelve and under, pick up your holiday coloring sheets at the front desk and return by Tuesday, November 25th! Prizes will be awarded for first, second, and third place for age groups. All entries will be displayed at the Recreation Center beginning Monday, November 26th.

Winners will be announced at Winter Wonderland on Friday, December 9th. All entries not picked up by Friday, December 21st will be removed.

Nov. 26 - Dec. 14

5:00pm. Letter to Santa. If you’re in fourth grade or younger, write Santa Clause and let him know if you have been bad or good! He will write back and let children know that he

Winter Wonderland and Hope for the Holidays 6:00-9:00pm. The Romeoville Recreation Department and Fat Ricky’s have teamed up, once again, to combine Winter Wonderland and Hope for the Holidays into one spectacular event! All activities will be held inside the Recreation Center, 900 W. Romeo Rd. Admission is one non-perishable food item per attendee; all donations will go towards Hope for the Holidays’ care packages. Sponsored by Fat Ricky’s. Held in conjunction with the Tree Lighting Ceremony and Parade of Lights.

Activities: Children’s Entertainment, carolers, inflatables, book fair, crafts, pictures with Santa.

Tree Lighting Ceremony 6:00pm. Celebrate the tree lighting ceremony with Santa as we light up

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the night with festive lights on the 30 foot spruce outside the Recreation Department! Tree will be decorated with the handmade ornaments from RomeoFest. Attend the ceremony to look for your ornament!

Parade of Lights Line Up: 5:00pm Depart: 5:30pm Help bring Santa to the Recreation Department for a night of fun! The Parade Route starts at AVM Middle School and ends at Village Hall (Santa will ends at the Recreation Center for tree lighting).

Through DECEMBER 11

Santa Calling, during the holiday season, have Santa Clause or Mrs. Clause thrill your child age three to nine with a personal call from the North Pole! Just complete the information form at the Romeoville Recreation Department’s front desk

by December 10th and your child will be able to tell Santa Clause or Mrs. Clause all his/her holiday wishes. All calls will be randomly made between 4:00pm and 6:30pm on Tuesday, December 11th.

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Downers Grove NOVEMBER 23

TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY 4:30 p.m.

Join the mayor in the countdown to turn on the lights of the tree at the Main Street Train Station. Over 1,000 ornaments handmade by local youth decorate the tree.

Refreshments will be served inside the train station from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Downers Grove Choral Society and scout troops will lead the crowd in songs of the season.

NOVEMBER 23-25

GINGERBREAD FESTIVAL Downtown Downers Grove Get your holiday on IN Downers Grove Thanksgiving weekend!

Shop, sample and join us to kick off the season.

DECEMBER 12

Santa’s Jingle Hotline 6:00-8:00 pm 3 - 10 years old Santa has been very busy this year working with the elves to bring gifts to all the good boys and girls.

Give your child an opportunity to speak to “Mr. C” himself! Download Santa’s Jingle Hotline forms at www.dgparks.org beginning November 9. Completed forms must be received by the Park District no later than Saturday, December 1 at 12:00 pm. Santa will call on Wednesday, December 21 between 6:00 -8:00 pm. Registration is open to Downers Grove Park District residents only.

DECEMBER 26-28

Winter Break Escapes 5 - 12 years old Enjoy three fun-filled days during your winter break! Activities include field trips, crafts, games, sports and movies. Meet new people, make new friends and have a good time! Registration must be made at least one week in advance.

Westmont DECEMBER 1

Frost-Tee Golf Outing Twin Lakes Golf Course Calling all die-hard golfers! Dress warmly and prepare to challenge yourself to this unique game of golf at Twin Lakes Golf Club on Saturday, December 1. Sign up as an individual or register as a foursome. Tee times may be requested, but are not guaranteed. Please call Twin Lakes Golf Club at (630)852-7167 to register.

DECEMBER 15

Lunch with Santa. Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Location: Linden Room Santa and Mrs. Claus will be taking a break from their busy schedule to join us for a lunch stop! We’ll enjoy pizza, soda, juice, milk and a delicious dessert. After lunch, we’ll have a merry afternoon with singing, audience participation and lots of surprises! Take family pictures in front of our Christmas tree and enjoy the spirit of the season. All children will visit Santa in his workshop and

receive a small gift. Don’t forget your camera! Hurry! This is a sell-out event! Pre-registration required.

Children under 2 free.

Santa’s Silver Screen, Family Event Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Location: Administration building, 55 E. Richmond St Our night will begin with the Westmont Junior High Swing Choir performance from 5:00-5:30P. Afterwards, Santa and his Elves invite you to attend a very special 6:00P showing of “Muppets Christmas” on Santa’s Silver Screen! Dress cozy, bring a blanket & pillow and enjoy free popcorn, juice and the Big Guy’s favorite, cookies! Santa would love to have you join him! FREE

DECEMBER 22

A Grinch Whobilation, Family Night Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Location: Administration building, 55 E. Richmond Street The Grinch returns to Westmont! He will be taking over Santa’s Workshop again and turning it into his dark, dingy cave. Visit him in his cave’if you dare! We’ll be playing Grinch Games in Whoville like the Snowball Toss, Grinch Gift Towers, the Grinch

www.buglenewspapers.com Slither and making Grinch crafts and treats. Play games inside, then bundle up and take a ride around the neighborhood to enjoy the holiday lights on the Long Eared Mules Wagon. FREE

Fee: $9.00 (Resident)/$13.00 (Nonresident) Dress in your pajamas and slippers and join Santa and his elves for some holiday fun. Each child attending must be registered.

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Santa Letters. Location: Community Center. FREE to Woodridge Park District Residents Only Won’t your children be surprised to receive a personal letter from Santa?

Just stop by the Community Center from November 26 – December 3 during office hours to give Santa’s helpers the necessary information.

Letters will be sent the week of December 10. Registration period: Nov 26 – Dec 3

DECEMBER 16

Santa’s Bedtime Storyhour Time: 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. or 7:15 - 8:00 p.m.

Location: Community Center/ Hickory-Oak Age: 1 - 8 years old

Breakfast with Santa Time: 8:30-9:30 a.m.

10:00-11:00 a.m.

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Join Santa for his annual breakfast buffet with Niles Park District.

Every year, Santa makes a stop at the Howard Leisure Center, to enjoy breakfast, visit, and of course pictures with the children. It’s a jolly time. Register early, spaces fill up fast! All adults and children in attendance must register for this event.

Who: Children up to 3rd grade Where: HLC Banquet Room Fee: Children Res $8, Non-Res $10; All Adults $8

Morton Grove DECEMBER 1

Polar Express. Time: 5:30pm 7:15pm Description: On Christmas Eve, many years ago, a young boy took a journey to a magical place. Travel along with the Morton Grove Park District as we venture on a memorable train ride. Santa will await your arrival at the North Pole and will enjoy us aboard the train for milk and cookies. Due to the popularity of the event, a lottery for MORTON GROVE RESIDENTS will be used to process registration

DECEMBER 2

Santa Comes to Town The Morton Grove Park District and the Village of Morton Grove proudly present the community’s annual Santa Comes to Town event. Santa will ride through the streets of Morton Grove from 12pm - 3pm passing out candy for all the good boys and girls of Morton Grove. Some of these pieces of candy will be specially marked as

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prize winners. Santa will be greeting children and redeeming prize candy until 3:30pm at Prairie View Community Center, 6834 Dempster St., Morton Grove

Through DECEMBER 19

Letters to Santa Description: It’s that time of year when kids have the opportunity to mail a letter to Santa and let him know how good he/she has been this year and what they are hoping for under the tree on Christmas morning.

Be sure to mail your letter off by the deadline so Santa has plenty of time to reply during his busiest time of the year. Please mail your letter (including a self-addressed stamped envelope) to: Santa, North Pole c/o Morton Grove Park District, 6834 Dempster St, Morton Grove, IL 60053

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Thursday, December 6, 2012 3:00pm - 6:00pm Friday, December 7, 2012 - 3:00pm - 6:00pm Ages: 2 & Up Location: Maine Park Leisure Center This Kids-only store is geared for the junior shopper. Inside, your child will be able to buy that special gift for family members, pet or friend.

Elves will be on hand to assist with purchases and help shoppers wrap their gifts. Parents are invited to wait in our relaxing Reindeer Room next door while the children shop.

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DECEMBER 8

Breakfast With Santa- 9:00am 11:30am Ages: 1 & Up Maine Park Leisure Center R/NR: $13/$23 (Ages 1-9); $18/$30 (Ages 10 & Up) Join us for fun, music, and entertainment at our “Breakfast with Santa.”

You have two seatings to choose from. Enjoy a catered breakfast buf-

Zoo Lights- 3:30pm - 8:30pm Ages: All Ages $10 Get in the holiday spirit with the animals! Besides seeing your favorite beasts and reptiles at Lincoln Park ZooLights fest, you can visit Santa, see a musical light show, check out live ice carvings, and tons more!

Departs from Maine Park Leisure Center.

DECEMBER 15

Frosty’s Winter Holiday Lights Tour 6:00pm - 8:00pm Ages: 4-10 with Adult Location: Maine Park Leisure Center $20/$34 Journey with Mrs. Claus and her elves and travel through the streets singing carols while viewing holiday lights as we ride in special holiday style. We will stuff a 16” snowman, watch Frosty the Snowman on our movie screen, and munch on cookies and enjoy Frosty’s. Each person attending must register.

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