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Shaw Media • Thursday, November 22, 2012

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Holiday Happenings in Batavia SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 25 Celebration of Lights 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

Start the holiday season off right at the Celebration of Lights Festival, a familyoriented event featuring a myriad of sparkling lights, festive decorations and a visit from Santa. Families will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of entertainment from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at the Batavia Riverwalk. Join in a community singa-long with Batavia business owner Craig Foltos, who will play the master of ceremonies until Santa arrives at 6:00 p.m. Mayor Jeff Schielke will greet Santa and together they will light the community Christmas tree. After the tree lighting, Santa’s Warming House (located at the Peg Bond Center) will

open, and children up to age 10 who visit with Santa will receive a special gift while supplies last. The festival is presented by the Batavia Park District in partnership with the Batavia Chamber of Commerce, Batavia Main Street, the City of Batavia and the Batavia Police Department. For more information, please contact the Batavia Park District office at 630-879-5235 or view the schedule of events at www.bataviaparks.org.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1 Snowflake Shuffle 5K Walk/ Run 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Put on your jingle bells, lace up those sneakers and join us for our 4th Annual Snowflake Shuffle 5KRun/Walk. Over 500 runners joined us last year and we are expecting over 700 participants for 2012. Even if running like Rudolph isn’t your

style, we encourage walkers, too! New this year...CHIP TIMING, TECH SHIRTS, and FLEECE BEANIES!

TriCity Family Services 4th Annual Snowflake Shuffle 5K Run/Walk Mill Creek Golf Club & Subdivision 39W525 HerringtonDrive, Geneva, IL 7:00 AM Registration 8:30 AM Youth Mile 9:00 AM Snowflake Shuffle! Rain, snow or sunshine Refreshments, door prizes and awards immediately following in the Mill Creek Clubhouse. Take advantage of early check in on: Thursday, November 29, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM and Friday, November 30, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at TriCity Family Services offices, 1120 RandallCourt, Geneva, IL 60134. Questions? Contact Hallie Hudson, Development Associate, (630) 232-1070 or hhudson@tricityfamilyservices.org

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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7 Holiday cheer fills the winter air as Geneva prepares for its annual Christmas Walk, December 7 and Christmas House Tour, December 7–8

carriage arrival of Santa Lucia, the Swedish symbol of the season, to the young and young at heart waiting with anticipation as Santa Claus arrives and the Great Tree on the Courthouse lawn is lit, memories and traditions are created in Geneva. Santa and Mrs. Claus will then open their Geneva home for visits from excited children. Let us show you what makes the holiday season in Geneva special, unique and unforgettable genevachamber.com • 630.232.6060

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On Friday and Saturday, five charming homes shine in holiday splendor and open their doors to visitors for self-guided tours. The personality of each home will illuminate when local decorators and landscapers work with homeowners to create holiday magic. Our homes for 2012 include historic, modern and traditional. From a 7000 square foot beauty to a historic home, completely restored to be a

“green home”, all five homes are sure to please and leave you with festive decorating ideas. A holiday tea and a take away idea book are included in your ticket price of $30. Proceeds from the house tour are used to transform downtown Geneva into holiday spectacular. The homes may change each year, but Geneva Chamber’s commitment to present an exceptional house tour stays the same. Pre-orders for tickets can be placed by calling Geneva Chamber at the number below Friday evening, amongst the twinkling lights and fresh greenery lined streets, chestnuts are roasting over open fires, carolers are filling the night air with seasonal favorites and a live nativity scene is taking place. Dazzling window displays brimming with gift ideas invite shoppers to stroll through shops as merchants serve traditional holiday refreshments setting the stage for the annual welcome to the holiday season, Geneva’s Christmas Walk. Beginning with the horse-drawn

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Shaw Media • Thursday, November 22, 2012

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Holiday in Downtown St. Charles FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 23 Lighting of the Lights 4:30pm – 7:00pm 1st Street Plaza, St. Charles, IL

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 24 Electric Christmas Parade 4:30pm – 6:30pm Downtown St. Charles & Route 64

Experience the wonder of the season as Mayor DeWitte illuminates the city and officially kicks-off the holidays in St. Charles. There will be a special performance by the St. Charles East and North High Schools’ Chorales, as well as an appearance by Santa and Mrs. Claus. Be there as Santa opens his house for the first time this season

Bring the family to the historic Arcada Theatre to watch two holiday movie favorites.

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Performances Friday & Saturday 8pm; Sunday 2pm. Call for Thursday dates. A holiday musical full of classic 60’s hits. This energetic and entertaining show is guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages. Rated PG. For tickets or information, please call (630) 584-6342. or www.foxvalleyrep.org

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4051 E. Main Street St. Charles, IL 60174 630.584.6342 Performances Fridays 8pm; The Second City’s sketches, songs and improv will definitely get you in the humorous holiday spirit. Rated R. For tickets or information, please call (630) 584-6342. www.foxvalleyrep.org

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8 Santa’s House Sat, December 8, 12am – Sun, December 9, 12am Weekly on Sunday, Saturday, until Dec 23 1st Street Plaza, Downtown St. Charles

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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7 The Second City’s Dysfunctional Holiday Revue December 7 - December 21

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Experience the tradition of winter visits as practiced by families like the Garfields in their 1846 Brick Inn. Hospitality, food, music and bake sale. Donations accepted. www.garfieldfarm.org

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Online shopping has expanded considerably in the last several years. Although Black Friday and its online counterpart, Cyber Monday, may seem like the best times to gain the lowest prices on merchandise, it actually could pay to wait a little longer. Merchants may offer deep discounts on premium items that haven’t moved during the last days of the holiday shopping season, typically between December 21 and 24. This includes big-ticket

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Donna Zollner is Retiring! Our journey began in 1978 when I established British Import Jewelers. After eight successful years on Third Street, I was presented with the opportunity to acquire Anderson Jewelers on State Street. Anderson Jewelers was owned by Bob and John Anderson and had been at that location for over 35 years. Upon purchasing Anderson Jewelers, Martha �� October 15, 1985, I opened the doors as STATE STREET JEWELERS and joined forces with Jeff Hampton from Suburban Jewelers Service. Over the next ten years, the business grew so successfully we moved it next door to a larger location where it remains today. I am grateful for the 34 years of success I have �� of Geneva, it would not have been possible. Now it’s time for a change… I AM RETIRING from STATE STREET JEWELERS. I approach retirement with a sadness of leaving and the joy of anticipating a more leisurely life. To celebrate my success and to thank you for your years of support, STATE STREET JEWELERS is having an event like no other. This will be the LARGEST SALE IN OUR HISTORY! Our ENTIRE INVENTORY* will be offered at tremendous savings of

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