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Winter Reading Kickoff
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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Sandwich Public Library
AGE GROUP: ALL AGES
New! Custom Woodworking!
Kick off the library's Winter Reading Challenge with
an evening full of seasonal magic! Families can enjoy
enchanting stories told by a winter elf, sip on warm hot
cocoa, snack on delicious cookies, and write letters to
Santa. Free and open to all ages; no registration required.
Handcrafted wood toys, home and o昀케ce decor from sustainable hardwoods.
Merry Little Sandwich Christmas
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Downtown Sandwich, IL
Festival of Trees
DECEMBER 4 - DECEMBER 31
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Classic Cinemas
Stop by the theater throughout the month of December
to view a dazzling display of holiday trees, each
uniquely decorated by local businesses and community
organizations! Free admission; viewable during normal
business hours.
Holiday Lane Craft Show
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sandwich High School
Come out and celebrate the magic of the season with
your neighbors! The festivities begin with a tree lighting
ceremony at 4:30 PM, followed by free giveaways, crafts,
a hot chocolate station, the Christmas tree lighting, and a
special visit from Santa himself! Local businesses come
together to make this magical community tradition one
to remember. Free and open to the community to enjoy. No
registration required.
Holiday Light Recycling
DECEMBER 7 - DECEMBER 18
DURING LIBRARY HOURS
Sandwich Public Library
Join in the holiday fun with a festive shopping experience at
the Holiday Lane Craft Show! Discover unique gifts for your
loved ones and enjoy browsing a variety of local vendors.
Admission is free.
Recycle your old, broken, or unwanted holiday string lights
and help keep them out of landfills! Look for the marked
drop-off bin inside the library and do your part to go green
this holiday season. Lights are accepted during library
hours only.
Light Up Sandwich: Holiday Light Contest
DECEMBER 9 - DECEMBER 25
Sandwich, IL
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Windows & Doors
Mirrors / Shower Doors
and More!
815-786-7718
www.oneillglass.com
Hours: Monday-Friday 8-4 (closed weekends)
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Celebrate the season with a festive Holiday Light Contest!
Local residents are invited to deck their homes with
dazzling light displays, while community members drive
through town to take in the festive sights and vote for
their favorite setups. This free, family-friendly contest is
a wonderful way to spread cheer and share in the holiday
spirit together. Registration is open through December 4.
Community voting takes place December 9–25, with three
winners selected. Visit sandwichparkdistrict.org to sign up or
vote for your favorite houses.
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