Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park

“Christmas Carol" Children's Theatre
December 4 and 5

A very lively, interactive version is based on audience participation: playing bit parts, making sound effects and using goofy props. Great exercise of imagination for preschool through junior high. All seats $3. Shows each day at: 9:00 am, 11:00 am and 1:00 pm. Show is about 50 minutes. All seats $3. Shows 9:00 am, 11:00 am. Reservations required.
(724-3760)

31st Annual Festival
of the Gnomes
Saturday, December 8

The legend and lore of the "wee folk" are told through live theatre. With a cast of all ages, the Gnomes who do good works for man and nature. Live theatre and action! Shows 1:00pm and 3:30pm. All seats still only $3! Homemade crafts, refreshments, music and more! All indoors. Reservations recommended.
(724-3760)

The Jacob Henry Mansion Estates

White Christmas
Tuesday, December 11 &
Wednesday, December 12

In its third season, “White Christmas is now a holiday favorite. Inspired by the classic film, “White Christmas,” this spectacular holiday concert will take you on a musical journey from a World War II performance for the troops to the glamour of a Florida nightclub and finally, the charm and simple beauty of a New England town.

Get more info.

Rialto Children's Choir Winter Concert
Wednesday evening, December 12, 2007

7 p.m. Tickets are $5.00.  Contact the box office at:
815-726-6600

Rialto School Matinee presentation of "A Christmas Carol"

Wednesday December 12, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m
Tickets are $6.00 for school and homeschool groups.
Contact the box office at:815-726-6600

The Rialto Square Theatre’s School of the Arts holds classes in Art,
Music & Theatre.

Click here to learn more about our Winter/Spring classes.

Pre-Holiday super champagne brunch with Santa Claus!

Sunday, December 16
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Feast on a menu with favorites for everyone. Breakfast and lunch choices include chef-carved meats, omelets and waffles made to order, gourmet desserts and much, much more! This brunch extravaganza will be accompanied with the Renaissance Centers famous JFJ chilled champagne!

The hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The cost is only $21.95 for adults and $12.95 for children 12 and under.

For reservations contact Susan Stockwell via email sstockwe@jjc.edu or call me at (815) 280-1404. Email is the way to go!

Don’t forget that whether you are having a shower, christening, or private party, the Renaissance Center’s spacious and elegant facility is perfect for your next event!

Click here for a flyer with additional information.

HO, HO, HO and Merry Christmas to all!

UPCOMING BRIDAL SHOW

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 17, 2008

For more information contact:
Susan Stockwell
Renaissance Center Supervisor and Wedding Planner Renaissance Center
214 North Ottawa Street
Joliet, IL 60432
Telephone: (815) 280-1404
Fax: (815) 280-1539
e-mail: sstockwe@jjc.edu
website: www.rencen.info

The Ven-ue

22 West Cass Street
Joliet, IL 60432
(815) 726-0100

Live Music featuring the

The Righteous Hillbillies

W/The Steepwater Band
9pm

Chicago St. Pub

Dec. 2007
Music & Events

Dec 1 2007 9:00P 500 Hats
Dec 7 2007 9:00P Chris Flood and The Acoustic All Stars
Dec 8 2007 9:00P Brendan Loughrey
Dec 15 2007 9:00P deconstructing jim
Dec 22 2007 9:00P Chicago Street Employee Christmas Party
Dec 31 2007 9:00P John Condron and The Benefit

For more information visit: www.chicagost.com

Joliet Library
December Programs

All programs at both Joliet Public Library locations (You’ll find our Main Library at 150 N. Ottawa Street in the Joliet City Center and our Black Road Branch at 3395 Black Road ) are free and open to the public.

Some programs require registration to ensure adequate supplies and/or seating.

View December events and programs.

Please contact us at 815-740-2662 for more information about a specific event; go to our website (www.joliet.lib.il.us/events/calendar );or stop at either library location.