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“It’s a Wonderful Life” in Lake Bluff

Join in a day-long celebration in the traditional holiday spirit brought to you by the Lake Bluff Downtown Merchants, Village of Lake Bluff, and the Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Chamber of Commerce.

The Village's charming downtown will come alive with the sights, sounds and tastes of the season along with in-store promotions and gift ideas for all ages … so, stop by and make a day of it with food, fun and shopping!

Schedule:

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10 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Businesses open for holiday shopping, Art show & sale at the Lake Bluff train station, enter to win Sophia Forero necklace at Voila, and visit the Holiday Snow Village in the lower level of the Lake Bluff Library.

10 a.m. to noon: Story time with the Library Elf & drop in craft fun at the Lake Bluff Library.

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11 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Horse-drawn carriage rides courtesy of Lake Forest Bank & Trust.

Noon to 2 p.m.: Visit with Santa at the Lake Bluff History Museum.

Noon to 5 p.m.: Complimentary hot chocolate served at Inovasi

2-3 p.m.: Girl Scout carolers from troops 456 & 41710

3-5 p.m.: Live reindeer with their elves visit downtown Lake Bluff

3-5 p.m.: Strolling carolers from Lake Forest High School

4-5 p.m.: The Buckthorns perform seasonal favorites at Inovasi.

5 p.m.: Gazebo lighting celebration on the Green sponsored by Kinnucan Co.

... also "Holiday Karaoke" at Activator Cycles, roasted chestnuts and much more!

Visitors will also enjoy the festive storefront decorations, seasonal banners with vintage photos designed by Lake Bluff resident Lynne Grenier throughout the downtown, and the beautiful displays of lights, bows and greenery provided for the 42nd year by the Lake Bluff Garden Club.


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