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Festival of Trees, Black Friday, Small Business Saturday in Oak Park, River Forest
What you need to know about this weekend in Oak Park and River Forest.
The new holiday parking rules will go into effect Friday, allowing up to two hours of free metered parking on weekends in Oak Park's downtown districts and South Oak Park until Dec. 25.
Santa Claus is Coming to Town
Where to see Santa this year in Oak Park and River Forest.
Oak Park Businesses to Offer Black Friday, Small Business Saturday Deals
The weekend after Thanksgiving is the biggest shopping time of the year. As shoppers flock to the malls to get ahead on holiday purchases, we want to remind you that Saturday is the day to support small businesses. Check out what's going on at local businesses here.
A New Tradition in Oak Park: The Festival of Trees Begins Friday, Nov. 29
But a highly regarded civic organization is adding a new philanthropic holiday tradition to the mix this year: the Festival of Trees. From Friday, Nov. 29th through Sunday, Dec. 1st, the Rotary Club of Oak Park-River Forest is launching the festival at Holley Court Terrace, 1111 Ontario St. in Downtown Oak Park.
The festival is from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.
Money raised through the event will go toward the Rotary Club’s local and international service projects as well as about 20 community organizations participating in the effort.
At the center of the family-friendly event are beautifully trimmed holiday trees. Rounding out the occasion are festive wreaths and table-scapes as well as holiday music and refreshments.
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'Out of the Box' Holiday Art Market to Open Nov. 29 in Oak Park
The 11th Annual Out of the Box Art Market will kick off four weekends in Oak Park on Black Friday, Nov. 29, featuring local artists' work during the holiday shopping season.
What's Open Thanksgiving Day 2013 in Oak Park, River Forest?
Thanksgiving business hours in Oak Park and River Forest—just in case you're sent out for some last-minute supplies.
Black Friday Shopping: Local Mall, Major Retailer Hours; Advertisements, Deals
Everything you need to know about Black Friday shopping in the area.
Don't Drink and Drive, Call a Cab This Holiday Weekend
Taxi company names and numbers to have on hand during a dangerous weekend on the roads.
Other weekend happenings in Oak Park and River Forest:
Friday
Rotary Club of Oak Park River Forest Festival of Trees
SeenMR / Young Ho Collective Sonic Showcase
Winter Holiday Craft Faire
Play with the Sea Life
Beginner's Art Studio (Drop In)
Gifts From Your Kitchen/River Forest Public Library
A Tribute to Lowell George featuring the New Orleans Suspect…
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