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22ndCenturyMedia.com holiday guide 22nd century media | November 22, 2017 | 25 ORLAND PARK Village of Orland Park Turkey Trot 8 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 23, Franklin Loebe Center, 14650 Ravinia Ave. This 2.5-mile chiptimed cross country race is run through the streets, paths and woods of Orland Park, near the Village Hall. All participants receive a longsleeve race Dri-fit race shirt and are entered into the postrace raffle. Orland Park Lions Club Tree & Wreath Sale Begins Friday, Nov. 24, runs until trees are sold out, 14700 S. Ravinia Ave. (south of Village Hall). Hours are 4-8 p.m. Monday- Friday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. For more information, visit www. orlandparklionsclub. com. Mayor’s Holiday Festival & Tree Lighting Ceremony 2-5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 26, Orland Park Civic Center, 14750 Ravinia Ave. Participants will enjoy sleigh rides, make-and-take crafts, face painting, and live entertainment during the afternoon. The holiday kickoff would not be complete without a visit from Santa, so families should be sure to bring a camera. Concessions will be available for purchase. At 4:45 p.m. the official tree lighting in front of Village Hall is to take place. Orland Fire Protection District Christmas A town-by-town look at the southwest suburbs’ biggest holiday events Luncheon 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, Orland Fire Protection District Administration Building, 9790 W. 151st St.. Tickets are $10 for the annual luncheon. The speaker will be Alice Kelly from the Secretary of State. To buy tickets, contact Joan at (708) 349-0074. Santa’s Pit Stop at Sportsplex 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, Dec. 2. Sportsplex, 11351 W. 159th St. Free to all ages. Bringing a camera is encouraged. Holiday Cookie Potluck 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5, Orland Park Public Library, 14921 S. Ravinia Ave. Patrons are asked to bring three dozen homemade cookies, divided to share in plates of six, for the exchange. People are asked to dress festively with seasonal sweaters. Project Serve: Christmas Elf 4:30-6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6, The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 S. 71st Court. The afternoon will have participants sorting, cleaning and shelving the donated holiday items at The Bridge Thrift Store. It operates to benefit the free programs at The Bridge Teen Center. Be a part of real, positive change in the community, as you joyfully contribute your service. Community service hours will be given. The Hidden History of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6, Orland Park Deb Uher (left), of Plainfield, and her father, Ernie Schrodt, of Orland Park, hang out before Orland Park’s 2016 Turkey Trot. The trot is to return at 8 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 23. 22nd Century Media File Photo Public Library, 14921 S. Ravinia Ave. Author Rochelle Pennington offers a close-up look at the literary genius of Charles Dickens and explores the insights behind the 1843 Christmas classic. Healthy Eating for the Holidays 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7, Orland Park Public Library, 14921 S. Ravinia Ave. Wellness coach Tom Kens shares his 10 secrets to preventing holiday weight gain and to help to make healthier choices during this time of the year. DIY Crafts: Snow Candles 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8, Orland Park Public Library, 14921 S. Ravinia Ave., Room 104. For adults 18 and older. Supplies provided. White Elephant & Holiday Market w/Smallcakes 7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8, The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 S. 71st Court. Participants can stroll through a winter wonderland in our White Elephant Holiday Market, make a special Christmas card or gift tag in the Art Studio and taste the flavors of Smallcakes cupcakes, like caramel pretzel crunch, cookies ’n cream, or classic vanilla and chocolate. All white elephant items and ugly Christmas sweaters in the Holiday Market will be priced $.50-$10. All items have been donated by the community through The Bridge Thrift Store, and proceeds are to benefit the free programs and events at The Bridge Teen Center. Cash only. Cards and checks not accepted. Open to students in grades 7-12. Free with student membership application on file. No outside food or beverages permitted. Orland Park Theatre Troupe presents ‘The Family Fruitcake’ 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8, and Saturday, Dec. 9; 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10; Orland Park Civic Center, 14750 Ravinia Ave. For more information, visit OPPrairie.com. Delicious Holiday Sides 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 11, Orland Park Public Library, 14921 S. Ravinia Ave. This class will help fill recipe files with new and delicious side dishes to give holiday meals that extra flair. Chef Susan Maddox is to present 3-4 recipes for guests to sample. Gingerbread House Competition w/CarMax 4:30-5:30 p.m. Dec. 12, The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 S. 71st Court. The sixth annual competition will see teams judged on creativity, neatness and stability of their sweet houses. Students and volunteers from Car- Max will be broken down into teams of 4-6 people. Each team will be given a load of “building material” and a time limit in which to create their unique, thematic gingerbread house. This year, The Bridge is giving each team a special challenge with which to work. Carl Sandburg Chamber Singers 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 15, Orland Park Public Library, 14921 S. Ravinia Ave. Sandburg High School’s Chamber Singers bring their musical talents to the library with this holiday performance in the library lobby. The group is a select ensemble of singers specializing in music specifically for small vocal ensembles. TINLEY PARK See Santa First 8:30-11:30 a.m., Sunday, Nov. 26, Andrew High School, 9001 W. 171st St. See the man himself before anybody else. Santa will be the guest of honor at a breakfast catered by Winston’s. He will be available to take pictures, too. Tickets are $5 for children, $7 for teens and $9 for adults. For more information,
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