2019-WINTER RECREATION GUIDE

SPECIAL EVENTS

MAKE MEMORIES & CELEBRATE THE SEASON!

WINTER WONDERLAND LIGHT DECORATING CONTEST

If you believe your outdoor holiday decorating skills deserve a little fanfare, this is your chance to get the recognition you deserve! The criteria that will be judged includes first impression, use of lights and decorations and overall presentation. The winner of each category will receive a great prize! Addresses of all entered homes will be included on the Holiday Decorating Contest map and on our website. Judging will take place between December 6 to 9. Be sure to have your holiday lights on from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. each night. The deadline to register is December 2. This event is only available for Downers Grove residents. The 2017 winner is not eligible to win prizes. Age: 18+ Min/Max: 5/10 Fee: Free Class # Date Day Time Category 472013-01 12/6 - 12/9 TH-SU 5:00-10:00pm Griswold 472013-02 12/6 - 12/9 TH-SU 5:00-10:00pm Traditional

SANTA’S LETTER Santa has been very busy this year working with the elves to bring gifts to all of the good boys and girls. Give your child an opportunity to hear from “Mr. C” himself via a letter! Santa will mail out letters by December 12. Registration is open to Downers Grove Park District residents only. Registration deadline is December 6. Please be prepared to answer questions when registering. Age: 3-10 Fee: $1

MERRY & BRIGHT A VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS Join us for a celebration of the season at this free family event! Learn about Victorian Christmas traditions, tour the holiday- decorated Victorian Blodgett house and listen to Victorian-era carolers. Stroll the park while warming up around a campfire and visit with Santa! Holiday snacks and hot cocoa will be available for sale to enhance the holiday cheer. Ages: All Fee: Free Location: Downers Grove Museum Day Date Time SA 12/8 3:00-7:00pm

Class # Date Day 472012-01 12/12 W

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