Holiday Bazaar Nov 20, 11am-4pm, Vendors for shopping. Benefits Whyvolunteer.org. Erin’s Pavilion, Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second St. 971-1597.
Nostalgic Santa Day Nov 26, 12:30pm story time, 1pm Santa arrives by sleigh, 1- 4pm order professional prints, 1:30-4pm sleigh rides. 935- 6066. DeWitt County Museum, 219 E. Woodlawn, Clinton.
Advent Concert Nov 27, 4pm, “Ceremony of Carols” performed by Seraphim and Nina Marshall, harp. “Goria” by Blessed Sacrament Chorale. Blessed Sacrament Church, 1725 S. Walnut Street, 528- 7521.
Christmas GALA Nov 29, 5-9pm, Join the Governor Duncan Association. 245-5390. Hamilton’s, 110 N. East St, Jacksonville.
DECEMBER
Capitol Chamber Singers Dec 01, 7pm, Solo by David Hixenbaugh. Free. First Presbyterian Church, Taylorville, 116 E. Franklin St.
Taylorville Christmas Tour Dec 02-03, 10am-8pm Fri, 10am-6pm Sat, “Castles on Parade” features five glittering estates. $9-$10. Tickets at Cottage Rose or homes. 824- 9447. Taylorville.
Nativity Festival Dec 02-04, 2-7pm Fri, 12-4pm Sat-Sun, Over 100 nativity sets with unique story of origin and tradition. Tour St. Francis of Assisi Church. Free. Chiara Center, 4875 LaVerna Rd. 523- 0901.
Carlinville Christmas Market Dec 02-04, 3-9pm Fri, 9am- 8pm Sat, 11am-3pm, Small town magic with caroling, entertainment, trolley tours, Santa. $1 admission to heated arts/crafts tents. 854-3552. Carlinville Square.
Build-a-Bear, Toys for Tots Dec 02-04, U.S. Marine Corps on hand to collect toys, or you can make and donate a bear. White Oaks Mall, 2501 Wabash Ave.
Christmas in Petersburg Dec 02-04, Quaint streets of holiday treasures. PORTA High School sales. Petersburg Square, N. Seventh St at W. Douglas Ave.
Illinois Chamber Orchestra Dec 02, 7:30pm, “Holly and Horns - A Candlelight Concert.” Alastair Willis, conductor, and Anya Matanovic, soprano. St. Agnes Church, 245 N. Amos St. 793-1330.
Pancakes, Paws & Santa Claus Dec 03, 8:30-10:30am, Breakfast with Santa and free photo. Reservations and prepayment required. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Shore Dr. 753-6217.
Cookie Walk Dec 03, 9am-12pm, Homemade Christmas cookies presented by Baptist Women’s Fellowship. First Baptist Church, lower level, Pawnee Street entrance. Taylorville, 303 E. Market St. 824-8081.
Village Christmas Dec 03, 9am-2pm, Tea room, craft booths, cookie walk, children’s area, turkey/noodle lunch. Sherman United Methodist Church, 2336 E. Andrew Rd, Sherman, 496-2338, ext 5.
Holiday Craft/Vendor Show Dec 03, 9am-3pm, Unique gifts supporting purchase of chair lift. Soup and sandwiches for youth activities. Virden First Baptist Church, 157 W. Jackson Street, Virden, 248-5376.
Eastside Pride Coat Drive Dec 03, 9am-12pm, Drop off slightly-used or new coats to be donated to schools, Contact Ministries and Helping Hands. Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, 908 S. Martin Luther King Dr.
Three Holiday Workshops Dec 03, 10am-3pm, Felted Stocking, Holiday Cards and Clutch Purse. $10-$35 each class. Register at springfieldart.org. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St. 523-2631.
Ansar Shrine/Springfield Jaycees Holiday Parade Dec 03, 10am, Over 90 units thrill onlookers when parade winds down the streets of Springfield. 899-5104. Downtown Springfield.
The Farm at Christmas Dec 03-04, 10am-5pm Sat, 1- 4pm Sun, Flowers, gift shop and greenhouse done up for a Christmas Open House. Free refreshments. The Farm, 21648 Old Farm Ave, Petersburg.
Christmas in Virginia Dec 03-04, Santa Claus parade, food, crafts, music and more. Virginia town square, 217-452- 7786.
Evergreen Wreath Making Dec 03-04, 10am-1pm, Plant material, frame, wire and simple bow ribbon provided. Registration and payment two weeks before required. Washington Park Botanical Garden, 1740 W. Fayette Ave. 753-6228.
Christmas Tea Dec 03, 10:30am, Lt. Gov.’s inaugural clothes highlight style show. Sandwiches, desserts, scone and raspberry tea. $20. Reservations, 824-9447. Taylorville Memorial Hospital Auditorium, 201 E. Pleasant St.
Christmas Parade Dec 03, 11:30am, Small parade and business open houses throughout village. 728-2684. Sullivan Square, Sullivan.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Christmas Remembrance Dec 03, 1pm, Bring weatherproof ornament to hang on tree after those hung by family and friends of Illinois POWs and MIAs. Illinois Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Oak Ridge Cemetery.
Christmas Candlelight Service Dec 03, 2pm, 4pm, 5:30pm, 8pm, Christmas in St. John’s Baptist Chapel featuring traditional instruments and vocals. $10. Reservations, 947-2238. elkharthistoricalsociety.org. Elkhart.
Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra Dec 03, 3pm, Holiday Pops Concert with Children’s Choir and High School Concert Choir. Santa visit. $15, kids and students free. Illinois College Rammelkamp Chapel, 1101 W. College Ave, Jacksonville, 245- 1181.
1850s Community Carol Sing Dec 03, 6pm, Join Abraham and Mary Lincoln for worship service and carol sing. Attend in period costume if you wish. First Presbyterian Church, 321 S. Seventh St, 528-4311.
Unity’s Holiday Variety Show Dec 03, 7pm, Public invited to enjoy the talents of Unity members including artwork, cooking, music, writing and more. Unity of Springfield, 417 Cordelia, 523-5897.
Jingle Jam III for St. Jude Dec 04, 12-7pm, Central Illinois musicians play, drawings, children activities, holiday merchandise, food and more. Erin’s Pavilion, Southwind Park, 4965 S. Second St. 899-5676.
