Mokena Offers Holiday Fun for Everyone

An English Garden hosts and open house with dip samples, photos with Santa and more!
Photo via An English Garden facebook page.

The holiday season is upon us!  That means there are plenty of events and activities going on in Mokena to celebrate this December.  Read further to find out how you can participate.

December 2nd Letters from Santa
The Mokena Park District has once again made special arrangements with for children to receive a personalized letter from the North Pole.  Your child will be delighted when they see a colorful envelope in the mailbox, addressed to them, from the Jolly Old Elf along with a special treat to leave for the reindeer on Christmas Eve.  Parents or guardians can register for their child/children in person at the Park Office, 10925 W La Porte Rd by December 1, 2014.  Fee is $6 per letter.  Letters will be mailed the week of December 8, 2014.

Plainfield Hosts Candlelight Christmas and Holiday Park District Events this Season

Journey to the North Pole features songs, a wagon ride and a visit with Santa!
Photo via Plainfield Park District facebook page.

Tis’ the season and Plainfield has plenty of events to get everyone in the holiday spirit!  Read further to see what’s in store!

November 29th Candlelight Christmas
Celebrate Candlelight Christmas in downtown Plainfield!  Bring the whole family to celebrate the season early this year at Candlelight Christmas on Saturday, Nov. 29, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. in downtown Plainfield.  Activities include pictures with Santa, an opportunity to meet the “Snow Sisters,” a showing of the movie, “Frozen,” carriage rides, crafts, a dance performance, writing letters to Santa, and a crèche lighting.  Fun for the whole family!  For the complete schedule of events click here.

New Lenox Looks to Nearby Joliet for a Jolly Good Time

The White Christmas Lunch Matinee features an authentic show and gourmet meal.
Photo via Jacob Henry Mansion Estate website.

With the holiday season nearly underway, folks all around the New Lenox area are marking their calendars in preparation for their community’s upcoming festivities! Whether you’ve grown up in New Lenox or are still getting settled, you’re sure to love the many events that will be kicking off from November to December. Set aside some time for the next weekend or two and be sure to stop by any one of the celebrations for what is sure to be a fun-filled experience!  

Winterizing Your Home

The cold came quickly this year!  Is your home ready for winter?  The following tips will help you to stay safe and warm this winter:

Service Furnace
Have a professional inspect and perform required maintenance.  Clean filters monthly to improve airflow and to ensure furnace runs efficiently.  This can reduce heating costs.

Christmas Tea and Jingle Bell 5K: Lockport Keeps Lago Vista Full this Holiday Season

Christmas Tea features teas, treats, live music and more!

One thing is for certain – this colder weather sure isn’t keeping Lockport folks indoors this year! Instead, the whole town is bursting with excitement over Lockport’s upcoming winter festivities. Whether you’re new to the area or have lived there your whole life, these events are sure to brighten everyone’s holiday season. Drop by for some fun! 

Take a Tour of the New Models at Marquis Pointe

The Single Family Homes of Marquis Pointe in Montgomery, IL

The new models, the Cypress and the Lily, join two other styles, the Citrine II and the Kingsford, and feature open floor plans, roomy kitchens and basements. The 2,200 sq. ft. Cypress offers four bedrooms in addition to a first floor home office and a luxury master bedroom suite with walk-in closet. Also offering four bedrooms, the 2,376 sq. ft. Lily is ideal for larger families or families who enjoy playing host and featured nine-foot first floor ceilings and a master bath with double bowl vanity.

Like all Hartz homes, the Cypress and the Lily feature high-quality materials and state-of-the-art craftsmanship such as Moen faucets, oak cabinetry and Whirlpool® appliances. Two-car garages, basements and two-and-a-half baths are standard features included in each of the four home styles offered at Marquis Pointe. And every Marquis Pointe home is affordably priced starting from the mid $200’s.

To learn more about Marquis Pointe visit: HartzHomes.com/Marquis-Pointe