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Carolers & Tree Lighting5:00 - 5:15 p.m.Van Buren Plaza, Downtown JolietEnjoy Carolers singing in the Van Buren Plaza from 5 to 5:15pm. at 5:15pm, Mayor Bob O’DeKirk, Joliet City Council and University of St. Francis mascot Bernie will welcome the holiday season by lighting the City’s Christmas tree!

Light Up the Holidays Parade5:30 p.m.Sponsored by the University of St. FrancisParade Route at right.Get your spots along the streets and settle in for a lighted parade of wonder and magic! The parade will feature area bands, organizations, floats and more! Don’t miss welcoming University of St. Francis’ Fighting Saints mascot, Bernie, as grand marshal!

Catch more holiday cheer by tuning in to the University of St. Francis Spirit of Christmas radio program. Commercial free and covering all genres of Christmas music, the Spirit of Christmas begins at noon on Thanksgiving Day and runs through noon on Jan. 2, 2015. Listen on-air in Will County at 88.7FM or online at www.stfrancis.edu/spirit.

Holiday Fireworks DisplayEnjoy a spectacular holiday fireworks display brought to you by Midland States Bank before and after the Light Up the Holidays Parade!

Joliet Area Historical MuseumFree Day

10 a.m. - 4 p.m.204 N. Ottawa St.Take a break from shopping and visit the Joliet Area Historical

Museum! Kick off the holiday season with a day full of fun festivities. Tour the museum, do a Christmas craft, or see a festive performance!

Ice Sculpting Demonstration

10 a.m. 204 N. Ottawa St.

Live ice sculpting demonstration by Joliet Junior College Culinary Arts students in front of the museum’s main entrance.

Fantastic Fun Fair

11 a.m. - 3 p.m.Lower Level Caterpillar AuditoriumCome on by the Fantastic Fun Fair to take your photo with Santa! Visit the Joliet Area Historical Museum, Joliet Park District, and Forest Preserve of Will County stations to make various winter crafts and play holiday games!

C&C Vision Gallery

2 p.m. - 5 p.m.

179 N. Chicago St.All kids are welcome to join us in creating a holiday ornament! Kids: Make an eyeglass ornament for the tree & we’ll give your parents 50% off their glasses!

Chicken-N-Spice

7:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.251 N. Chicago St.Stop by Chicken-N-Spice for a free holiday treat from Santa’s helpers, pictures with Elf on the Shelf from 3 to 6 p.m. and hot chocolate ($1).

Joliet Public Library

12 p.m., 2 p.m., & 4 p.m.150 N. Ottawa St.Visit the Library for a holiday craft and special story time with Santa! Bring your camera for your opportunity to have your picture taken with Santa.

Gallery Seven

10 a.m. - 6 p.m.116 N. Chicago St.Visit Gallery Seven for free hot chocolate, cookies, door prizes and the chance to win beautiful artwork!

Tin Roof

12 p.m. - 5 p.m.158 N. Chicago St.Decorate your own Christmas cookie at Tin Roof before the parade - while supplies last.

Sue Regis Glass Art

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.81 N. Chicago St. Suite 103Enjoy LIVE Flameworking demonstrations by Sue Regis for no charge. Try out the torch! ‘Make Your Own Pendant’ at a discounted rate.

First & Santa Cruz Lutheran Parish

1 p.m. - 8 p.m.55 W. Benton St.The Advent Adventure - Free make ‘em & take ‘em crafts! Free popcorn and hot chocolate.La Estrellita/ Little Star Plaza with new and gently used gifts and decor, pan dulce & other treats. Non-perishable food donations for the Blessing Bench Food Pantry are welcomed.

Juliet’s Tavern11 a.m. - 11 p.m. 205 N. Chicago St.Bring the family into Juliet’s to enjoy some holiday treats and hot apple cider. Stop by the bar to enjoy some seasonal adult beverages as well!

Gji’s Sweet Shoppe11 a.m. - 4 p.m. 81 N. Chicago St.Come to Gji’s Sweet Shoppe and join Mrs. Claus to decorate delicious holiday cookies! ($3)

Jitters1 p.m. - 3 p.m. 178 N. Chicago St.Come to Jitters to get your photo taken on Santa’s lap, or enjoy a hot cup of hot chocolate! Professional photos with Santa available for $5. From 7am to 7pm, get a kids meal free with purchase of adult sandwhich.

Rialto Square Theatre15 E. VanBuren St.

Teddy Bear Tea

9:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m.Tickets: Reserved Seating Adults $25; Children 12 & Under $22.50 (price includes Dave Rudolf Christmas Show & The Lego Movie)

Create a memory that will last forever and enjoy a special holiday brunch in a sweet fairyland. Young and old alike will enjoy this special brunch featuring delicious food and fun workshop activities complete with a special appearance by St. Nick and a keepsake Rialto Bear for each child.

Dave Rudolf - Christmas w/ Rudolf

Family Show

1:30 p.m.Tickets: $10 General Admission

The Lego Movie

3:30 p.m.Tickets: $1 General Admission

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