There is so much happening in Champaign-Urbana over the winter holidays this December that we?re giving you a head start.
We?ve got the lowdown on all the?family-friendly Christmas, Hanukkah and other?holiday events in and around Champaign-Urbana. Plenty of?these events require pre-registration, so be sure to plan ahead.
We will list these chronologically by start date.?Have we missed any events??Let us know?? ?and check back often to see what we?ve added. We are just getting started, because we know there will be an avalanche of local holiday events to enjoy as we head into December. (We?ve got?November events?listed separately).
Ongoing events:
Hardy?s Reindeer Ranch:?Reindeer tours, Christmas trees, and more. Open daily through Dec. 29 (closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day).
Santa?s Secret Star Film:?Learn about the day and night sky and how the stars seem to make pictures in the sky in our holiday show for young stargazers. Head to the?Staerkel Planetarium?to learn how YOU, too, can find Santa?s secret star! Every Saturday night from Nov. 3 through Dec. 15, at 7 p.m. (LWB)
Santa Arrives at Marketplace Mall:?Santa comes to Champaign-Urbana starting on Nov. 23 and will be in town through Dec. 24. Free Hugs, Free Smiles, Free Wishes and of course Free HO HO HOs!?Santa has made his way from the North Pole and is ready to greet children of all ages. Holiday photo packages are also available. (LWB)
Holiday Market in Lincoln Square:?Every Saturday starting Nov. 10 until Dec. 15, 8am ? 1 p.m.?Come out to enjoy the festivities, music, Santa and gift wrapping. The market will feature merchants from Champaign-Urbana, and the surrounding area, selling products made or grown in Illinois, including fresh produce, baked goods, and tons of arts and crafts. (LWB)
Season Of Light:??Season of Light? at the Staerkel Planetarium?traces the history and development of many of the world?s holiday customs, all of which involve lighting up the winter season. This show also recounts the historical religious and cultural rituals practiced during the time of winter solstice ? not only Christian and Jewish, but also Celtic, Nordic, Roman, Irish, Mexican and Hopi. It also takes a look at some of our more light-hearted seasonal traditions. Shows Friday-Saturday nights, Dec. 1, 7,8, 14, 15 Dec. 17, at 8 p.m. (LWB)
The?2012 Crisis Nursery Children?s Holiday Shop?will again feature a full one week schedule, from?December ?1-8, at Lincoln Square in Urbana.?Hours are:?Saturday, December 1: 9am-5pm;?Sunday, December 2: 12-5pm;?Monday, December 3: 4-7pm;?Tuesday, December 4: 4-7pm (Parents Only! For one night, caregivers are allowed in the store to do their own holiday shopping!);?Wednesday, December 5: 4-7pm;?Thursday, December 6: 4-7pm;?Friday, December 7: 4-7pm;?Saturday, December 8: 9am-5pm.?The Children?s Holiday Shop is a wonderful place for children to do their own holiday shopping. ?Children arrive at our store with their shopping list in hand and money tucked away safely in their pocket. A volunteer then assists the child through the store and helps them budget their money as they pick out gifts (between $2 and $8 dollars) for their family and friends.When the children are done picking out their gifts, they pay for them and wrap them in festively decorated bags. As they leave the shop, children are always full of pride with the items they have picked out on their own and an understanding that it is just as great to give as it is to receive! (LWB).
Snow Globe Saturdays at the Orpheum Children?s Museum in Champaign:??December 1, 8, 15, and 22nd, 1-5 p.m. Spend an enchanted time in a winter wonderland inside the Orpheum Theater?s own snow globe featuring indoor sledding, snowman making, snow ball throwing, ice fishing, and more! Bring your wish list for Santa and enjoy sounds of the season floating through the glittery air. After a couple of runs down the snow hill, return to the Orpheum?s mezzanine for hot chocolate, treats, and crafts. $6 members, $8 nonmembers, family pack 4 for $28. (LWB)
Champaign Urbana Ballet Presents The Nutcracker:?Who doesn?t love the ?Dance of the Sugarplum Fairy?? ?The Nutcracker? features company dancers from Champaign Urbana Ballet, along with children from the Champaign-Urbana community. This local production is performed at the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts at the University of Illinois. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 30, Dec. 1, and Dec. 8; and 3; and 2 p.m. on Dec. 1, 2, 8 and9. ?and 4. For more information, visit the?Champaign Urbana Ballet?online. (LWB)
Home for the Holidays Christmas Spectacular at The Little Theater on the Square:??This all new musical review, which?runs Dec. 7-16,?is perfect for the entire family. Follow one family with a son overseas during the holidays and his wishes to be at home celebrating with his family. Featuring fantastic USO style holiday songs paying tribute to The Andrews Sister and Bing Crosby, high-kicking dance numbers, a beautiful telling of the Nativity, and of course the big man in red himself, this is a show you will not want to miss. Written especially for The Little Theatre On The Square. See the theater?s website for?showtimes and ticket prices.?(LWB)
Visit Santa in Monticello:?Santa will be waiting for your visits at the Wabash Depot in Monticello starting Saturday, Dec. 15 through Dec. 23. Hours vary by the day. (LWB)
Candlestick Lane: Grant Place and potions of Eastern and Fairlawn, Urbana. An area tradition, Candlestick Lane will be lit (starting Dec. 15) every evening from 5 to 10 p.m. through Christmas. Drive cautiously and turn off headlights to get the most enjoyment from the lights. ?(LWB)
Saturday, Dec. 1?
Polar Paws: This jog has gone to the dogs! Join us at Centennial Park to kick off your howl-a-day season with a fun run that?s sure to delight everyone in your family ? especially the four-legged members! Dogs and their owners choose on the day of the race to run either the 5K (1 lap) or 10K (2 lap) distance. ?Water, hot chocolate, and holiday and dog cookies will be available along the course to keep all our racers merry and bright. Only one dog per runner, please. All dogs must have current vaccinations and be under control on a leash at all times.?Fee (R/NR): $10/$15. Fee covers one human and one dog. Humans running without dogs (i.e. children accompanying their parents) are also $10/$15 each. Dog handlers must be 15 or older. Please, no human runners under the age of 8 and no canine runners under the age of 1 year.?Deadline: Wednesday, November 28 (no t-shirt) (LWB)
Holiday Market in Lincoln Square:?Every Saturday 8am ? 1pm until Dec. 15. With the holidays approaching, come out to Holiday Market get fresh produce, arts and crafts and gifts galore. (LWB)
Breakfast with Santa in Mahomet: Enjoy donuts and milk, crafts, activities and a visit with Santa on Saturday, December 1 from 8:30-10: a.m. at the Mahomet-Seymour High School Cafeteria. $3.00 per child, $1.00 per adult Parents are welcome to bring cameras for a photo opportunity with Santa. Please purchase tickets by November 30th at the following locations: Busey Bank, First Mid-Illinois Bank & Trust, Fisher National Bank, First Financial Bank and Mahomet Area Chamber of Commerce Office in ReMax building. Sponsored by Mahomet Area Chamber of Commerce and the Mahomet Town & Country Womens Club. (LWB)
Christmas in Homer:?Enjoy the season in the village of Homer.?Santa in the Library, vendors, Christmas Tree Lane, the Cookie Walk, and a Soup and Sandwich Luncheon.From 9-2 the Village Hall will have Christmas Tree Lane, an arts and crafts fair, and a Cookie Walk.?From?11-1 there is a soup and salad luncheon, and Santa will be at the?Homer Community Library?from 10 a.m. -1 p.m. (LWB)
Festival of Trees Public Hours: Be a part of a Champaign County tradition, and join us for our 17th Annual Festival of Trees. Public hours on Dec. 1 are 9 a.m. ?? 5 p.m. Special performances:?10:30 a.m., Garden Hills Elementary School; 11:45 a.m. Urbana Free Library (Children?s storyteller);?1:00 p.m. Central Illinois Children?s Choir;?2:20 p.m. Slavic Story Time provided by Russian, East European, and Eurasian?Center at?the University of?Illinois Urbana-Champaign?(Bring your kids to do a craft!). Santa and Mrs. Claus ? 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Win raffle and silent auction prizes, and shop the holiday gift gallery. $5 adults, $3 children 4-12 and seniors, Children 3 and under FREE. At the Hilton Garden Inn, Champaign. (LWB)
Jolly Shop:?The Monticello Junior Women?s Club is hosting their annual Jolly Shop, a shopping experience for the kids, ?from 9 a.m. 2 p.m. with a break for the parade. The Jolly Shop will be located in the basement of the community building (102 E Livingston St.). (LWB)
Make a Picture Frame:?At this free workshop at?Home Depot in Champaign, children can build and paint a picture frame. Perfect gift for a grandparent or other family member ? and it?s Free! For ages 5-12 from 9 a.m. to noon. (LWB)
Art HooHa 2012:?Art HooHa is an unofficial celebration of C-U?s creative community and an opportunity to support local artists and find unique, handmade gifts in a relaxed atmosphere. Friday, Nov. 30, 5-9 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 3, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit?www.arthooha.com?for more information. (LWB)
Tuscola Christmastown Celebration:?Full slate of events all day! ?7- 7:45 Registration ? Santa Chase 5K Run/Walk ?@ Tuscola Community Building;?8:00 am ? 11:00 am ? Santa Breakfast @ Douglas County Museum;?8:00 am ? 3:00 pm ? Craft Vendor Fair @ Tuscola Community Building;?8 am ? Santa Chase 5K Run/Walk @ Tuscola Community Building; 11:00 am ? Parade ? route starts from the ?entrance? to Ervin Park, the parade will proceed South on Main St.,?then West on North Central St. ending at the Community Building.;?1:00 pm ? 3:00 pm ? Baby Contest @ Tuscola Community Building;?1:00 pm ? 4:00 pm ? Santa Paws @ Jarman Center (Pet pictures with Santa); 3:00 pm ? 4:00 pm ? Children?s Activities @ Tuscola Public Library; 4 p.m. Arthur Christmas Movie @ Tuscola Public Library. (LWB)
Rantoul Christmas Parade and Santa?s Village:?Parade at 10 am followed by Free Fun Activities and Prizes at our downtown businesses:?House of Flowers,?Lindsey Lane Bridal Cottage,?Deena?s,?Style by Fox,?Downtown Barber Shop.?Santa will be in the parade and after the parade visit Santa at the Around the Corner Resale Shop located at 119 Sangamon Ave. (former Hallmark store).?To get in the parade contact the Rantoul Area Chamber of Commerce? at 893-3323 or email us at?office@rantoulchamber.com. Free. (LWB)
Free Photo With Santa at County Market:?County Market & Lou Taylor Photography have come together to offer a Free photo on CD with SANTA!?Dec 1 & 2 from 10 am-7 pm. First Come First Serve!?One free photo per family. Lou Taylor Photography Portrait CD Studio?1914 Glen Park Drive?(inside the County Market),?Champaign. (LWB)
Monticello Christmas Parade:?Kick off the holiday season with a parade in downtown Monticello at 11:30 a.m. on Dec. 1. Theme is ?Coming Home for Christmas.? (LWB)
Make and Take Ornament Workshop:?Kids of all ages are invited to the Mahomet Public Library from any time between 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. to make a holiday ornament they can keep. (LWB)
Sunday, Dec. 2
Festival of Trees Public Hours: Be a part of a Champaign County tradition, and join us for our 17th Annual Festival of Trees. Public hours on Dec. 2 are 10 a.m. ?? 3 p.m. Special performances:?11:00 and noon, The Conservatory of Central Illinois;?1:00 p.m. Flute Keys Studio;?2:00pm Bow-Dacious String Band from the Community Center for the Arts. Family photos 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Santa Claus will be there too. Win raffle and silent auction prizes, and shop the holiday gift gallery. $5 adults, $3 children 4-12 and seniors, Children 3 and under FREE. At the Hilton Garden Inn, Champaign. (LWB)
2012 Champaign Jingle Bell Run/Walk:?A fun and festive way to kick off the holidays with family, friends and coworkers from 12 to 2 p.m. in Centennial Park in Champaign. Form a team, raise funds and organize your very own holiday-themed costumes. Then tie jingle bells to your shoelaces, and complete a 5 kilometer route. Tara Braucht, tfunk@arthritis
LeRoy Christmas Parade:?LeRoy will welcome Santa Claus during the Christmas Parade, to be held on Sunday, December 2, at 2:00 p.m. (LWB)
Ornament Workshop and Tree Decorating:?Come to the?Philo Public Library?at 3 p.m. and make holiday ornaments to take home and one to hang on the Village Christmas Tree. ?At 4:00 p.m. there will be caroling and trimming of the Village Tree followed by refreshments in the Library. (LWB)
Peace Lutheran Church Live Nativity:?From 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Peace Lutheran Church, 200 W. Arnold,?Thomasboro.?Come see and hear the Biblical story of the birth of Jesus. ?Each presentation will close with a Christmas carol. ?Animals include sheep, a donkey, and a cow and a llama. ?Inside the parish hall, have fellowship with cocoa & cookies, hot dogs & chili while the children play and do Christmas crafts. ?In case of bad weather, activities will still be held in the church. (LWB)
Parkland POPS Winter Concert.?1:00 pm,?Parkland Theatre, 2400 W. Bradley Ave. Champaign.?Admission is free and open to the public.?(LWB)
Parkland Holiday:?Parkland Wind Ensemble and?Parkland Community Orchestra at the Parkland Theater, 2400 W. Bradley Avenue?Champaign, 3 p.m.?Admission is free and open to the public. (LWB)
Tuesday, Dec. 4
Calls from Santa:?Who wouldn?t love a personal call from Santa this holiday season! All boys and girls ages 4, 5, or 6 can receive a call from the North Pole. Calls will be made between 6-8pm. Champaign-Urban
Polar Express Party:?Experience the magic of Chris Van Allsburg?s?Polar Express?with activities, crafts, and a bedtime snack. For children of all ages at the?Urbana Free Library, 6 p.m. (LWB)
Thursday, Dec. 6
A Swingin??Holiday Concert:?Parkland Big Band and Parkland Concert Band. Starts at 7 p.m. in the Parkland Theater.?Admission is free and open to the public. (LWB)
Friday, Dec. 7
Merry Treasures:?A holiday DIY bazaar hosted by the I.D.E.A store, from ?4 -7 p.m. on Dec. 7 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Dec.8 in the classroom area. The sale?s emphasis will be on handmade stocking stuffers and other small gift items. Another unique component of this sale is that all items must be crafted primarily from recycled, reused or repurposed materials.?The I.D.E.A. Store, Second Floor, 28 E. Springfield, Champaign. (LWB)
Santa at Tolono Public Library:?Mark your calendar for Santa?s visit on Friday, December 7 from 6 -7:30pm. ?Santa will listen to your wish list and check to see if you have been naughty or nice! We are delighted to have Dimock Photography back this year to take pictures for this event! ?Santa?s little elf helper Miss Beth will be helping children with a craft, too! Don?t forget to visit our book sale and find some great books for yourself or as a gift. (LWB)
Holiday Storytime Featuring The Polar Express:?Barnes and Noble, 65 East Market View Dr.,?Champaign, 7 p.m.?Parents and children are invited to our annual Polar Express moonlight story time. Everyone is encouraged to wear his or her favorite Christmas pajamas for the moonlight Storytime!?We will have a craft after the story time and will provide hot chocolate and cookies! Call 217.355.2264 or e-mail crm2714@bn.com to reserve a spot. (LWB)
Saturday, Dec. 8
A St. Joseph Country Christmas:?St. Joseph will welcome Santa as he rides into St. Joseph on a firetruck (at 9). Santa will available for children to visit with him and parents could take a picture of their children with Santa, and there will be children?s activities. From 9 a.m. to noon, at the American Legion, 223 E. Lincoln St,?in St. Joseph. (LWB)
Christmas in Bement:?A full day of events are planned, including a parade at 1 p.m., horse-drawn carriage rides between 5 to 7 p.m, a tea (advanced registration required), and much more. Full schedule, click on the link. (LWB)
Philo Santa Breakfast: Children of all ages are invited to visit with Santa before he makes his annual around the world flight delivering toys. Enjoy a simple breakfast, games, crafts and pictures with the one and only Santa Claus! Tickets for the activities will be available at the door for only 25 cents and all activities will cost only one or two tickets, making this a fun and affordable family event. Bring a new, unopened toy for our Salvation Army tree and receive 10 FREE tickets!??From 9 ? 11 a.m., at?R.E. Franks Center, 127 W. Washington, Philo. (LWB)
Brunch with Santa:?At 88 Broadway, Lincoln Square, Urbana, from 10 a.m. to 2 pm.?Tickets are $10 per person.?Breakfast catered by Piato; Santa photos, other children?s activities. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Build a Gingerbread House at Lowe?s:?The holidays are right around the corner! Bring your child to Lowe?s and they can build this cool Gingerbread House! At the Build and Grow clinic, Champaign Lowe?s, 10 a.m. Registering in advance is recommended. For kids 5 and up. (LWB)
Merry Treasures:?A holiday DIY bazaar hosted by the I.D.E.A store, from ?4 -7 p.m. on Dec. 7 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Dec.8 in the classroom area. The sale?s emphasis will be on handmade stocking stuffers and other small gift items. Another unique component of this sale is that all items must be crafted primarily from recycled, reused or repurposed materials.?The I.D.E.A. Store, Second Floor, 28 E. Springfield, Champaign. (LWB)
Candy Christmas Trees: Come enjoy books and songs about Christmas trees, then make your own candy christmas tree to take home. Yummy!?For elementary and preschoolers.From 10 a.m. to noon at the?Urbana Free Library.??(LWB)
Kris Kringle Workshop: Sign your kids up for a fun afternoon at the Savoy Recreation Center while you enjoy a little time to yourself to get your shopping done. Your child will enjoy gym games, art projects, snacks and more!?Ages: 4 and up,?1:00-5:00 pm?$12/resident, $10/R additional child;?$15/non-resident, $13/NR additional child.?Registration Deadline: December 1 (LWB)
Douglas Community Center Holiday Party:?FREE! Ages 3-10. From 1 -3 p.m.?Come celebrate the holidays with us! Kids and parents are invited to attend a day with Santa featuring games, prizes, a free toy giveaway, and a treat. Sponsored by the Champaign Park District. (LWB)
The Tons O? Fun Band and Friends 7th Annual Christmas Show:?This magical event will feature TOFB performing many of your seasonal favorites. Special guest appearances include the PBS Band, Rena Day from the group Champaign, Tim Frazier, Chip McNeil Chair of the Jazz Studies Division at the U of I, Chris Moors, Sam Carroll, Dody Cosmedy, Diana Rasch, Celia Williams, Tim Donaldson, and Tony Clements as Master of Ceremonies. Start off the holiday season with good music, good times and good cheer. All proceeds will benefit Developmental Services Center?s ?Tree of Hope Campaign!??Tickets are $35 for VIP which includes pre-show reception and reserved seating, $15 adult/$5 for children 12 and under. 1:30 p.m. at the Parkland College Theater,??2400 W. Bradley Avenue?Champaign. (LWB)
Homer for the Holidays: Join us at Homer Lake for our natural approach to creating unique holiday gifts. Stations will be set up for children to make, wrap, and take home presents and ornaments for their families and friends. You can also help us create treats to decorate the trees outside of the Interpretive Center as our gift to the wildlife that call this preserve home. There?s no place like Homer for the holidays! Come and go at your convenience during program hours during 2-4 p.m. Free. Homer Lake Interpretive Center, Homer Lake Forest Preserve, 2573 S Homer Lake Rd, Homer.?For information, (217) 896-2455 or shampson@ccfpd.
To Grandmother?s House We Go:??Nine stations will be available for children to make, wrap, and take home?presents and ornaments for their families and friends. Come join us for a great time with crafts for everyone!?Storyteller Kim Sheahan will entertain with holiday stories from 4:00-4:45. Free. Museum of the Grand Prairie, Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve,?600 N Lombard, Mahomet, 2:00 ? 5:00 p.m.?For information, 217-586-2612 or?kriopelle@ccfpd.org. (LWB)
Candy House Creations with the Urbana Park District: Get your family in the spirit of the season with an afternoon of candy fun. Create fabulous decorated houses from all sorts of goodies and treats. We provide all the fixins?- the graham crackers, cookies, candies, and frosting. Listen to holiday tunes while your sweet tooth builds its dream house. Best of all, we clean up the mess!?Registered participants may drop in at the Phillips Recreation Center any time between 2:30pm and 4pm. All participants must register in order to ensure adequate seating, but you will only be charged for the number of candy houses that you want to decorate. Register early for a discount ? $7 per candy house; otherwise, $9 per candy house. REGISTER BY DECEMBER 1. (LWB)
Sunday, Dec. 9
Annual Carol Concert 2012:?Presented by the UI School of Music, an exuberant tradition returns when choruses, instrumentalists, and audience members join in a celebration of the winter season. Tickets $10, at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts Foellinger Great Hall, 3 p.m (LWB)
Nativity Walk and Christmas/Advent Concert:?From 5-8 p.m. at?Good Shepherd Lutheran Church,?2101 S. Prospect Avenue, Champaign. Many beautiful nativity sets shown in lighted displays. Central Illinois Children?s Chorus and The Rip Chords free concert from 6-7 PM. Carols performed on the piano and vocal performance during social hour to follow by Kat Downs. Sing-a-long and requests included. Special Christmas coffee, cocoa, and cookies for all. Free. (LWB) Live Nativity:?This year?s Trinity Lutheran Church, (701 E. Florida Ave., Urbana) Live Nativity will be held on December 8 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. See animals, a manger and watch as the story of Christmas comes alive. There are live animals, adult and children choirs, real people playing the parts of Mary, Joseph, the Wise Men, shepherds, and angels; special music and songs all evening. (LWB)Thursday, Dec. 13
CUSO Holiday Concert: Join the CUSO for the heartwarming cheer of the annual Holiday Concert! Bring your family for an evening of favorite carols, festive surprises, and entertaining guest artists. Lend your voice to the traditional sing-along and let the CUSO and returning guest conductor Daniel Black lead you into the holiday season! At Krannert Center for the Performing Arts; tickets $31-$5. (LWB)
Mills Breast Cancer Institute Music Series:?CU Symphony Sounds of Holiday Cheer.?From 12 to 12:45 p.m. at the Mills Breast Cancer Institute, 509 W. University Ave. in Urbana. Free. (LWB)
Friday, Dec. 14
Decorate with Snowflakes at Urbana Free Library:?Help decorate the Children?s room with snowflakes! We will be making snowflakes to hang up around the room. Stop by and make your own to turn the room into a Winter Wonderland.?3-5 p.m; Free.
Merry & Bright Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt: 6 p.m. at Prairie Farm in Champaign. ?Bundle up, grab your flashlights, and come out to Prairie Farm to help us find candy canes hidden by the big guy in the red suit!? We hear he left some rare and special candy canes that are worth prizes, too.? Stick around afterward for hot chocolate and a visit from Santa himself!? This event is FREE for children ages 3-10. Sponsored by the Champaign Park District. (LWB)
Saturday, Dec. 15
Breakfast With Santa:?Enjoy breakfast with the jolly man himself at the Savoy Recreation Center from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Pre-register for this event on Dec. 10 and have fun doing projects for all ages and abilities. For kids ages 3 and up and parents are invited to stay and participat. Cost is $8 per child for residents and $10 per child for non-residents.
Elf on the Shelf Storytime: Barnes & Noble will host The Elf on the Shelf Storytime and Adopt-an-Elf event with Crisis Nursery on December 15 at 10:30 am.The event will kick off with a reading of The Elf on the Shelf ? A Christmas Tradition.?This special Storytime will give children an opportunity to adopt an elf of their own, complete with an adoption certificate. There will be activities and holiday treats as well. To RSVP for this event call 217.2264 or e-mail crm2714@bn.com (LWB)
Christmas Storytime:?Head to the Allerton Public Library in Monticello for storytime and a craft on Saturday, December 17 at 10:00 a.m.; for children ages 3 and older.? Please register as space is limited.?Call Kristen at 762.4676 for more information.
New Covenant Fellowship Craft Day:?Spend the morning enjoying Christmas music, snacks, gingerbread house decorating and lots of other holiday crafts. There will be a variety of projects available for everyone ages 2-99. Many will be perfect for gift giving. All materials will be provided, and this event is absolutely free, so don?t miss it! From 9 a.m. to noon. Corner of Randolph and White Street, Champaign. (LWB)
Skate with Santa:??Santa?on roller skates? Sure, why not. Don?t forget your camera. $5 admission, skate rental extra. Sat, Dec. 17 and Sun., Dec. 18, 1-4 p.m.??Skateland, 208 W. Curtis Rd, Savoy
Live Nativity:?Live Nativity Scene @ Paxton Federated Church, 221 W. Center St. Paxton,?from 5-8 p.m.; Please enter the alley from the east on the north side of the church. Free.
Holiday Storytelling with Dan Keding:?Dan Keding will bring his story bag to the concert stage with tales of Christmas and the Holiday Season. You?ll hear about his adventures as a boy when he organized a living nativity to stories about Santa?s banjo playing skill ? a little known holiday secret and other holiday tales from around the world. This is a family concert to celebrate not only the holidays but also being together. At?Indi Go Artist Co-Op, downtown Champaign, 6 p.m.?$10 adults/ $5 students and children.
Annual Candlestick Lane Opening Ceremony: The ceremony begins at 6:00 pm at the north end of Grant Place in Urbana. Grant Place and potions of Eastern and Fairlawn will be closed beginning at 5:00 pm. There will be NO parking allowed on the street, so plan ahead to park on adjacent streets.??Candlestick Lane will be lit every evening from 5 to 10 p.m. through Christmas. Drive cautiously and turn off headlights to get the most enjoyment from the lights. (LWB)
Sunday, Dec. 18
Moonlight Skate:?The University of Illinois Ice Arena will be transformed into a winter wonderland with trees, snow, and lights during the special Moonlight Skates on Saturday, Dec. 17 from 1:30-4 pm and 7:30-9:30 pm, as well as Sunday, December 18 from 1:30-4 pm.?Click here?for more information about admission and fees.
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Olivia: Wintertime Cheer:?Olivia Wintertime Cheer brings three featurette films together ? Olivia?s Snow Day, Olivia Builds a Snow Lady and Princess for a Day. Playing?every Saturday and Sunday during the month of December at the Carmike Cinemas in Champaign.?Tickets $3 for children and $5 for adults.
Skate with Santa:??Santa?on roller skates? Sure, why not. Don?t forget your camera. $5 admission, skate rental extra. Sat, Dec. 17 and Sun., Dec. 18, 1-4 p.m. ?Skateland, 208 W. Curtis Rd, Savoy
Monday, Dec. 19
Christmas Storytime at the Tolono Public Library:?Christmas is almost here. Listen to books and rhymes about the holiday, sing Christmas songs, enjoy some fun Christmas crafts, and even get a special gift! For children 5 and under; free. Starts at 10 a.m. ? ? ? ? ???
Tuesday, Dec. 20
Happy Hanukkah!
Tuesdays At The Library: Holiday!:?Start your winter vacation celebration at the Champaign Public library! On this early dismissal day, come to the library after school for dancing and other festivities to put you in the holiday spirit from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
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Thursday, Dec. 22
Holiday Make & Take Craft:?Make some fun holiday-themed crafts at the Tolono Public Library from 3:30 to 4:15. Free.
Sunday, Dec. 25
Community Christmas Dinner:?First Christian Church is once again hosting a Community Christmas Dinner for people who would otherwise be alone or without a special holiday meal to share on Christmas Day. Children in attendance will receive a gender and age-appropriate, small gift. Appetizers will be served at 2:00 with dinner following at 2:30 p.m. on December 25 at the First Christian Church, 3601 South Staley Road, Champaign. Meal is free, but reservations are required no later than Monday, December 19. Dinner reservations can be made by calling (217) 649-2315 or send an email to christmasdinner@fcc-online.org.
Chabad?s?Community Chanukah Bowl:?Sunday, December 25, 1-3 pm.?Arrowhead Lanes, 1401 N. McKinley Ave., Champaign.?Enjoy unlimited bowling, lighting of a special ?bowing pins? menorah, music, food, and MUCH more!? Fun for the whole family?all are welcome.?Admission: $8?per person;?$36?per family (no limit).?RSVP by December 18 for these prices!?Price will be $12 per person at the door for those who did not RSVP before the deadline.?For more information contact?info@jewishuiuc.org?or?217-355-8672
Monday, Dec. 26
Happy Kwanzaa!
Thursday, Dec. 29
Frosty Flakes:?Thursday, December 29 at 10 a.m. at the Tolono Public Library. Children (geared for 4-8 year olds) will have fun creating wintry themed crafts with the guidance of Miss Jeannette.
Saturday, Dec. 31
Itty Bitty New Year:?Celebrate New Years as a family at the Savoy Recreation Center with craft projects, face painting, games, snacks, a noon balloon drop and more! Registration Deadline: Dec. 22?$15/Resident Family, $20/Non-Resident Family.
Noon Year?s Eve: Are you afraid you won?t last till midnight to celebrate the New Year? Come celebrate with the Urbana Free Library at 11:30, with count down at noon. Ringing in the New Year with stories, food and fun!
Noon Day Celebration:?Ring in the New Year with a big balloon drop and count down at noon! Make crazy hats, crazy noise, and bring in the New Year with a parade around the Orpheum Children?s Science Museum! Free with admission, balloon drop and countdown at noon.
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Breakfast with Santa in Tuscola: From 8 to 11 a.m. Kids are free, adults get in with a donation, at the Douglas County Museum. More information: 840-2549
Santa?s Shop: Gifts priced for kids to give at the Tuscola United Methodist Church. From 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 3; 9-11 a.m. Dec. 4. Part of Tuscola Christmastown celebration.
Picture Frame Workshop: Bring the kids to Home Depot from 9 a.m. to noon to build and decorate a wooden picture frame as a special gift. This FREE family activity is designed for children ages 5-12. All children keep their craft and receive a FREE Kids Workshop Apron, commemorative pin and certificate of achievement.
Breakfast with Santa in Philo: 7th Annual Philo Santa Breakfast, Milk and doughnuts with Santa, games, crafts, and the popular candy cane tree are offered in this family-friendly event. All families in Philo and surrounding areas are welcome! 9-11 a.m. at Thelma Melohn Gym, R.E. Franks Center 127 W. Washington, Philo
Pet Photos with Santa: Fetch! Pet Care, along with Bone Appetite Dog Bakery, invite you to have your pet?s picture taken with Santa. Bring your furry friend out to Pet Supplies Plus in Champaign (2821 W. Kirby Ave.) from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pictures are $10 and proceeds benefit Crisis Nursery! All pets are welcome.
Breakfast with Santa in Mahomet: Enjoy donuts and milk, crafts, activities and a visit with Santa from 9:00-10:30 am at the Mahomet-Seymour High School. Tickets are $3 per child and $1 per adult. You are welcome to bring your camera. Purchase tickets at any bank in Mahomet or the Mahomet Chamber of Commerce. (sponsored by Mahomet Area Chamber of Commerce and the Mahomet Town and Country Womens Club).
Make and Take Ornament Workshop: Drop into the Mahomet Public Library, (1702 E. Oak Street, Mahomet) any time between 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and get a head start on your decorating. There will be ornaments to make for children of all ages and skill levels. No need to register.
Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas: Playing every Saturday and Sunday during the month of December, 2010. Tickets $3 for children and $5 for adults at the Carmike Beverley Theater in Champaign. George and The Man with The Yellow Hat are having a very merry time counting down the days until Christmas. There?s only one puzzle: neither of them can figure out what to give the other for a present. Will they be able to find the answers before Christmas morning?
Santa?s Workshop at Michaels: A Knack FREE Family Event. Make holiday gifts for friends and family at Michaels Crafts, Champaign, including a finger knit scarf and a tree ornament. While supplies last. Ages 3 and up welcome, 10 to noon.
Dickens Walk: Characters from Dickens walk the streets of downtown Tuscola, from 10 to 11 a.m. and 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Part of Tuscola Christmastown celebration.
Monticello Christmas Parade: Downtown Business District Theme: Christmas Wishes. 11:30 a.m.
18th Annual Children?s Holiday Shop Open: For the 18th straight year, Crisis Nursery is hosting the Children?s Holiday Shop, located at Lincoln Square in Urbana, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Holiday Shop is a wonderful place for children to do their own holiday shopping. Volunteers assist the children through the store and help budget their money as they pick out gifts for family and friends. Best of all, gifts are between $2 and $8 dollars.
The shop will also be open on: Thursday, Dec. 2 from 5 to 8 p.m.; Saturdays Nov. 27, Dec. 4 and 11, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sundays Nov. 28, Dec. 5 & 12 from 12 to 5 p.m.
Tuscola Christmas Parade: 11 a.m. on Tuscola?s Main Street. Part of Tuscola Christmastown celebrations.
Santa at ToysRUs: From noon to 3 p.m., Santa will greet his smallest fans with Geoffrey the Giraffe at his side at Toys R Us in Champaign. After meeting St. Nick, kids can also participate in story time every hour during the event to hear a Christmas-themed tale and also decorate free Christmas-themed cookies. While walking through the store, Santa will pose for photos, so parents should be sure to bring their cameras. Free.
Santa Paws: Get your pet?s picture taken with Santa. Hands-4-Paws will hots its annual pictures with Santa Claus on Saturday, December 4th from 1 to 4 pm at the Tuscola Jarman Center ? The cost is $5 per picture with all proceeds being donated to Hands-4-Paws!
Children?s Activities: Head to the Tuscola Public Library, 112 E. Sale, for a Christmas-themed event from 2 to 3 p.m. Part of Tuscola Christmastown celebration
To Grandmother?s House We Go: Children can make and take ornaments or presents for family members, and gift wrap will be available, too. A storyteller will spin tales of the past and the day will end with caroling! From 1 to 4 p.m. at the Early American Museum, Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve, Mahomet.
Champaign Park District Brings Winter Wonderland to Downtown Champaign:Be a part of the first annual Champaign Park District ?Winter Wonderland? event before the Parade of Lights from 4-6pm! Kids ages 3-8 and their parents are welcome to come enjoy a fun afternoon filled with holiday activities and cheer! Go on a candy cane hunt through Springer Cultural Center, make holiday crafts and enjoy eating cookies and other snacks! You will even be able to get your picture taken with Santa Claus. $4 each; please register by Wednesday, Dec. 1 at 5:00pm. For more information contact 398-2376.
Ninth Annual Parade of Lights: Celebrate all the wonders of the holidays in the 9th Annual Parade of Lights in downtown Champaign, beginning at 6 p.m. In case of inclement weather, the parade will be postponed to Sunday, Dec. 5 at 6 p.m.
Parade after-party at Orpheum: Join us for a free family event after the Parade of Lights, on December 4 from 6 to 9 p.m. Head to the Orpheum Children?s Science Museum in downtown Champaignfor a warm-up and many family friendly activities (including a Winter Wonderland) in the Orpheum Theatre! Other activities include: DJ Diane Ducey providing Sounds of the Season; Children?s West African Drumming Performance with Bolokada Conde?; Children?s theater ? Within the Cloak of Christmas; hot chocolate, cider, and crafts
Santa?s Secret Star Film: What? Santa has lost his compass and can?t find his way home? Sounds like a disaster in the making! Can the stars help? Learn about the day and night sky and how the stars seem to make pictures in the sky in our holiday show for young stargazers. Head to the Staerkel Planetarium to learn how YOU, too, can find Santa?s secret star! Every Saturday night through Dec. 18 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 5
Breakfast With Santa: See Old St. Nick at Yoder?s Kitchen, 1195 E. Columbia Route 133, Arthur, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.
Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas: Playing every Saturday and Sunday during the month of December, 2010. Tickets $3 for children and $5 for adults at the Carmike Beverley Theater in Champaign. George and The Man with The Yellow Hat are having a very merry time counting down the days until Christmas. There?s only one puzzle: neither of them can figure out what to give the other for a present. Will they be able to find the answers before Christmas morning?
Gingerbread Man Storytime: Listen to stories, sing, do a craft and watch a holiday video, and, of course, have a yummy gingerbread craft at the Urbana Free Library from 2 to 3 p.m.
Santa?s Workshop at Michaels: A Knack FREE Family Event. Make holiday gifts for friends and family at Michaels Crafts, Champaign, including a Duck Tape luggage tag and tree ornament. While supplies last. Ages 3 and up welcome, 1 to 3 p.m.
Annual Carol Concert 2010: Presented by the UI School of Music, an exuberant traditionreturns when choruses, instrumentalists, and audience members join in a celebration of the winter season. Tickets $10, at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts Foellinger Great Hall, 3 p.m.
Winter Lights Festival 2010: This soiree at the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts will feature the festive musical stylings of the Central High School Jazz Ensemble and performances from the Illini Swing Society. There will also be an appearance from Father Christmas, winter lighting ceremonies from around the world, a children?s crafts area and, as with any good party, food and drinks. Guests are encouraged to bring donations for Toys for Tots and the Eastern Illinois Food Bank. The celebration will culminate with the illumination of Krannert Center?s outside lighting display. Children are welcome at this event, which is scheduled for 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Monday, Dec. 6
Holiday Make & Take Craft: Head to the Tolono Public Library at 6:30 pm and make a snowman coaster, holiday kaleidoscope or a Christmas ornament (make all three if time allows). Crafts are recommended for ages 5 and up. (Younger children may require assistance.) Free.
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Friday, Dec. 10
Irving Berlin?s White Christmas: The classic holiday tradition White Christmas comes to the stage at last, as a brand new Irving Berlin musical direct from Broadway at the Little Theater on the Square in Sullivan. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest songs ever written. Tickets: Adults $30 Seniors/Children $28; Dates/times: December 10, 11, 15, 16, 17, 18, 8 p.m.; December 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 2 p.m.
The Tons O? Fun Band?s 5th Annual Christmas Show: The Tons ?O? Fun Band?s family-friendly Christmas show will feature many of your seasonal favorites, special guest appearances, Tony Clements as MC, and the Central Illinois Children?s Chorus. Proceeds will benefit Developmental Services Center?s ?Tree of Hope Campaign? and the ?Haitian Christian Ministry.? Tickets are $10/adults, $5 children under 12; 7:30 p.m. at First Christian Church, Champaign.
Saturday, Dec. 11
Holiday Market in Lincoln Square: Every Saturday 8am ? 1pm until Dec. 18. With the holidays approaching, come out to Holiday Market get fresh produce, arts and crafts and gifts galore. Gift wrapping will also be available by the Urbana High School Clubs for a small donation.
Breakfast with Santa at Jim Gould: Join Santa in downtown Champaign for breakfast; breakfast menu or buffet available. From 8 to 11 a.m.
Breakfast with Santa & Season Bright Bazaar: Kids come eat breakfast with Santa at the Sadorus Village Hall (115 E. Market)! Photographer will be on hand to take free photos of your child with Santa. (Breakfast 8:30-9:30am) Season Bright Bazaar is a food pantry fundraiser featuring Christmas Crafts and Holiday Decor, homemade gifts and handmade wares. A bake sale will also be held by the local churches.
Holiday Craft Event: Spend a morning making gifts, listening to holiday music and enjoying snacks at New Covenant Fellowship. Projects will be available for those 2 to 99. Free; from 9 to noon, 124 W. White St. (downtown Champaign).
Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas: Playing every Saturday and Sunday at 10 a.m. during the month of December, 2010. Tickets $3 for children and $5 for adults at the Carmike Beverley Theater in Champaign. George and The Man with The Yellow Hat are having a very merry time counting down the days until Christmas. There?s only one puzzle: neither of them can figure out what to give the other for a present. Will they be able to find the answers before Christmas morning?
18th Annual Children?s Holiday Shop Opens: For the 18th straight year, Crisis Nursery is hosting the Children?s Holiday Shop, located at Lincoln Square in Urbana, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Holiday Shop is a wonderful place for children to do their own holiday shopping. Volunteers assist the children through the store and help budget their money as they pick out gifts for family and friends. Best of all, gifts are between $2 and $8 dollars.
Christmas in Bement: Various events from 10 a.m. through 7 p.m. including a children?s craft activities, shopping, appearance by Frosty the Snowman, parade (1 p.m.), visit with Santa, evening carriage ride; children?s storytimes/tea.
Holiday Decorations for the Birds: Make native birds sing for the winter season by creating natural bird feeders that can be hung around your yard from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Discovery Garden, Lake of the Woods Forest Preservem Mahomet. $5 per child. Registration is required. Contact: Ralph Bonati, (217) 586-2612 or rbonati@ccfpd.org.
Santa Storytime at Briella?s: From 10:30 to noon, Santa will be at Briella?s Boutique, 503 S. Dunlap, Savoy. He will be reading Twas the Night Before Christmas and following will be a fun craft.
Make Your Own Candy Christmas Trees: Children of all ages with an adult are invited to the Urbana Free Library from 11 to 11:45 a.m. for stories and songs about Christmas trees. To add to the fun, each child will make their own delicious candy Christmas tree to take home.
Candy House Creations (Must Register by Dec. 4): Create decorated houses from all sorts of goodies and treats that we provide. Listen to holiday tunes while your sweet tooth builds its dream house! Registered participants may drop in the Phillips Recreation Center any time between 2:30pm and 4pm. All ages are welcome. Call 367-1544 to register in advance ? Early bird price $7 resident, $14 non-resident (per house) if registered by Nov. 29; $9/$16 by Dec. 4. Sponsored by the Urbana Park District
Sugar and Spice Holiday Party: Head over to Cakes on Walnut in downtown Champaign for a family-friendly holiday party. Hear the Children?s Harp Ensemble from Next Generation School playing throughout the event; enjoy gingerbread cookie decorating, winter crafts, holiday-themed cupcakes; and free hot apple cider. From 4 to 6 p.m.
Children?s Chorus Concert: The 33rd annual Central Illinois Children?s Chorus Winter Concert features holiday music presented by all four of its ensembles: Music Makers, Concert Choir, Chamber Choir, and Youth Chorale. 4:00 PM at Faith United Methodist Church, 1719 S Prospect Ave, Champaign. Admission is $5 for adults and free for youth 18 and under.
Candlestick Lane Opening Ceremony: For many years, the decorated street of Grant Place in Southeast Urbana has been known as Candlestick Lane (see article from last season). The annual lighting ceremony will take place at 6:00 p.m. The street will be closed off; parking is often difficult (Cottage Grove and Patton are good places to look for a spot). Candlestick Lane will be lit every evening from 5 to 10 p.m. through Christmas. Drive cautiously and turn off headlights to get the most enjoyment from the lights.
IMPROV FOR ALL AGES, Holiday Style: Head to Class Act in downtown Champaign for a special holiday edition of its family-friendly improv show. At this edition, enjoy hot chocolate, snacks & wacky carols! You and your kids have the opportunity to be the stars of the show as your suggestions shape the outcome of our fully improvised competition. 7 p.m.; tickets $5 per person.
Santa?s Secret Star Film: What? Santa has lost his compass and can?t find his way home? Sounds like a disaster in the making! Can the stars help? Learn about the day and night sky and how the stars seem to make pictures in the sky in our holiday show for young stargazers. Head to the Staerkel Planetarium to learn how YOU, too, can find Santa?s secret star! Every Saturday night through Dec. 18 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 12
Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas: Playing every Saturday and Sunday at 10 a.m. during the month of December, 2010. Tickets $3 for children and $5 for adults at the Carmike Beverley Theater in Champaign. George and The Man with The Yellow Hat are having a very merry time counting down the days until Christmas. There?s only one puzzle: neither of them can figure out what to give the other for a present. Will they be able to find the answers before Christmas morning?
18th Annual Children?s Holiday Shop Opens: For the 18th straight year, Crisis Nursery is hosting the Children?s Holiday Shop, located at Lincoln Square in Urbana, from noon to 5 p.m. The Holiday Shop is a wonderful place for children to do their own holiday shopping. Volunteers assist the children through the store and help budget their money as they pick out gifts for family and friends. Best of all, gifts are between $2 and $8 dollars.
Children?s Christmas Opera: The University of Illinois School of Music Opera Studio presents a free performance of the Christmas classic, ?Amahl and the Night Visitors.? The one-act opera is the story of a boy who is disabled and lives with his mother near Bethlehem just after the birth of Jesus. Appropriate for all ages, free. Two performances: 1 p.m. at St. Patrick?s Church, 709 W. Main St., Urbana; 5 p.m. at Faith United Methodist Church, 1719 S. Prospect Ave., Champaign
Live Nativity in Mahomet: The Lutheran Church of Mahomet, 410 E. Andover, invites the general public to drive by to view the Nativity Scene, and then park and come in to the church for soup, desserts, and fellowship. There will be crafts for the children to do, along with live music for entertainment. Free.
Urbana Pops Orchestra Holiday Concert: Urbana Pops Orchestra celebrates the holidays with guest soloists Audrey Vallance, Matt Reeder, and the Urbana Pops Voices from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, and $5 for students and kids under 12. Available at the door, in advance at International Galleries in Lincoln Square, by phone (217.979.1910) or by email (debra AT urbanapops DOT org).
Thursday, Dec. 16
Holiday Pizazz: Get ready for the holidays with treats and activities sure to please for middle-school students from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Champaign Public Library.
Christmas fun in Monticello: Storytime and Puppet Show at Cowbells and Moontales(downtown Monticello) for children ages 3 and up, 11 a.m. Co-sponsored by the Allerton Public Library.
Saturday, Dec. 18
Holiday Market in Lincoln Square: Every Saturday 8am ? 1pm until Dec. 18. With the holidays approaching, come out to Holiday Market get fresh produce, arts and crafts and gifts galore. Gift wrapping will also be available by the Urbana High School Clubs for a small donation. Don?t miss the enormous Christmas Tree going up Nov. 20; Santa Claus will make his first appearance on Nov. 27.
Breakfast with Santa at Jim Gould: Join Santa in downtown Champaign for breakfast; breakfast menu or buffet available. From 8 to 11 a.m.
Last Minute Gift Magic ? Make-It Take-It Button Ring: (Requires purchase of buttons). Make your own vintage-inspired designs. These whimsical button rings make great last minute gifts. While supplies last at Michaels Crafts, Champaign, from 10 a.m. to noon.
Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas: Playing every Saturday and Sunday at 10 a.m. during the month of December, 2010. Tickets $3 for children and $5 for adults at the Carmike Beverley Theater in Champaign. George and The Man with The Yellow Hat are having a very merry time counting down the days until Christmas. There?s only one puzzle: neither of them can figure out what to give the other for a present. Will they be able to find the answers before Christmas morning?
The Singing Men of GNN: A free performance by the Singing Men of GNN at Market Place Shopping Center on Dec. 18 from 11:00 a.m. to 2 p.m. They will be in the Food Court.
The Nutcracker at the Art Theater: Filmed at a live performance in 2009, this beautiful movie brings the British Royal Ballet to Champaign-Urbana. Recommended for children ages 6 and up. For this performance, special pricing is in effect: $7.50 for adult non-students and $5 for everyone else. Showings at noon and 2:30 at the Art Theater in Downtown Champaign, Saturday and Sunday.
Moonlight Skate: The University of Illinois Ice Arena will be transformed into a winter wonderland with trees, snow, and lights during the special Moonlight Skates on Saturday, Dec. 18 from 1:30-4 pm and 7:30-9:30 pm, as well as Sunday, December 19 from 1:30-4 pm.Click here for more information about admission and fees.
Free Concert: A free music event at Savoy United Methodist Church on Dec. 18th at 7:00pm. A variety of holiday music will be featured including a performance of ?Emmanuel, Heaven?s Child? Christmas Cantata featuring the SUMC choir. Join us for fun and fellowship as we celebrate the Christmas season! Savoy United Methodist Church 3002 W. Old Church Road, Champaign.
Santa?s Secret Star Film: What? Santa has lost his compass and can?t find his way home? Sounds like a disaster in the making! Can the stars help? Learn about the day and night sky and how the stars seem to make pictures in the sky in our holiday show for young stargazers. Head to the Staerkel Planetarium to learn how YOU, too, can find Santa?s secret star! Every Saturday night through Dec. 18 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 19
Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas: Playing every Saturday and Sunday at 10 a.m. during the month of December, 2010. Tickets $3 for children and $5 for adults at the Carmike Beverley Theater in Champaign. George and The Man with The Yellow Hat are having a very merry time counting down the days until Christmas. There?s only one puzzle: neither of them can figure out what to give the other for a present. Will they be able to find the answers before Christmas morning?
The Nutcracker at the Art Theater: Filmed at a live performance in 2009, this beautiful movie brings the British Royal Ballet to Champaign-Urbana. Recommended for children ages 6 and up. For this performance, special pricing is in effect: $7.50 for adult non-students and $5 for everyone else. Showings at noon and 2:30 at the Art Theater in Downtown Champaign, Saturday and Sunday.
Moonlight Skate: The University of Illinois Ice Arena will be transformed into a winter wonderland with trees, snow, and lights during the special Moonlight Skates on Saturday, Dec. 18 from 1:30-4 pm and 7:30-9:30 pm, as well as Sunday, December 19 from 1:30-4 pm.Click here for more information about admission and fees.
Thursday, Dec. 9
Santa Visits Allerton Library: Children will hear Christmas stories and get candy canes from Santa at Allerton Public Library in Monticello. Children will have the opportunity to visit with Santa from 11 a.m. to noon.
Ongoing:
Santa Claus at Marketplace Mall: Line up and tell him your secret wishes. You can also get a photo with Jolly St. Nick. Before Thanksgiving:Monday ? Saturday: 10 a.m. ? 1 p.m., 2 p.m. ? 5 p.m., 6 p.m. ? 8 p.m.; Sunday: 12 p.m. ? 2:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m. ? 6 p.m. After Thanksgiving: Monday ? Saturday: 10am ? 1pm, 2pm ? 5pm, 6pm ? 9pm; Sunday: 12pm ? 2:30pm, 3:30pm ? 6pm; Christmas Eve: 9 a.m. ? 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. ? 5 p.m.
Celebrate the season: beneath a magical snowfall as flakes of vanishing white snow float down from above ? a free holiday spectacle not to be missed. Stop by Marketplace Mall in Champaign and enjoy the snow inside at 12:25 p.m., 3:25 p.m. and 6:25 p.m, everyday through December 24.
Santa in the Depot: Meet Santa at the downtown Wabash Depot at Monticello. Starts Dec. 11, Hours: 10 a.m. to noon & 2-4 p.m., Dec. 12 2-4 p.m., Dec. 16 ? 17 6:30-8 p.m., Dec. 18 10 a.m. to noon & 2-4 p.m., Dec. 19 2-4 p.m., Dec. 21, 22, 23 6:30-8 p.m.
The Little Theatre On The Square Christmas Spectacular: An all new, original holiday musical for the entire family. Featuring high kicking dancing girls, Santa and plenty of elves, this is one holiday special you won?t want to miss. Come celebrate the Christmas Season at The Little Theatre On The Square in Sullivan. Tickets: Adults $35.50 Seniors/Children $33.40; Dates/times: December 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 7:30 p.m.; December 10, 11, 16, 17, 18 2 p.m. (LWB)
Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas: Playing every Saturday and Sunday at 10 a.m. during the month of December, 2010. Tickets $3 for children and $5 for adults at the Carmike Beverley Theater in Champaign. George and The Man with The Yellow Hat are having a very merry time counting down the days until Christmas. There?s only one puzzle: neither of them can figure out what to give the other for a present. Will they be able to find the answers before Christmas morning?
Candlestick Lane, Urbana: For many years, the decorated street of Grant Place in Southeast Urbana has been known as Candlestick Lane (see article from last season). The annual lighting ceremony will take place at Dec. 11 at 6:00 p.m. Candlestick Lane will be lit every evening from 5 to 10 p.m. through Christmas. Drive cautiously and turn off headlights to get the most enjoyment from the lights.
Related posts:
- 2012 November Champaign-Urbana Winter Holiday Fun Guide
- 2012 Champaign-Urbana Holiday Gift Guide
- 2012 Champaign-Urbana Area FIREWORKS! Guide
- 2012 Champaign-Urbana Area Father?s Day Guide
Source: http://www.chambanamoms.com/2012/11/22/2012-champaign-urbana-winter-holiday-fun-guide-december/
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