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Lakeview Christmas Market
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Friday to Sunday, December 7-9 |
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Friday: 2:30pm to 10:30pm | Saturday: Noon to 10:30pm | Sunday: Noon to 8pm |
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Ashland & Belmont (1550 W. Belmont) | Chicago |
| Beneficiary: |
Saint Luke Academy |
Get the spirit! With the Christmas season in full swing, there's no better way to celebrate than at this NEW holiday happening in West Lakeview, just steps from the bustling Lincoln Avenue, Belmont and Ashland intersection. Held under a HUGE HEATED TENT, Lakeview Christmas Market will feature music, carolers from local schools, craft vendors, food, beer and warm seasonal beverages, a fun-filled "Kids' Korner" with art activities and much more.
Among the local schools/organizations set to sing holiday tunes on the music stage are those from Whitney Young High School, the DANK Haus German-American Cultural Center, Lincoln Park High School, Northside College Prep and St. Luke Academy.
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Cool Marketplace Gifts!
From scarves, mittens and eco-friendly handbags to unique jewelry, canned jellies, soaps and, of course, holiday ornaments, you'll find lots of cool goodies being sold by more than 20 Lakeview Christmas Market vendors.
Kids' Korner!
A special arts area (aka "Santa's Workshop") inside Christmas Market's heated tent will put a smile on many young faces with activities that include making holiday crafts and gifts, cookie decorating and festive holiday tattoos.
Meet Santa on Saturday & Sunday!
Good ole St. Nick will take a break from his busy holiday schedule to make a special meet & great appearance on Saturday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Christmas Tree Lot!
Located outside the Market's heated tent, you can shop for a Christmas tree as well as other green decor including wreaths and garland to get your home ready for the holidays!
Plus Pet Blessing' ... and a 'Jazz Nativity' Performance
Two special events during Christmas Market will be held inside the adjacent St. Luke Academy building. One is a 'Pet Blessing' (bring your furry friends!) at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 8. It's followed (at 4:00 p.m.) by an entertaining "Bending Towards the Light 'Jazz Nativity'" performance featuring tap dancers, vocalists, an 8-piece jazz band and much more.
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About the Beneficiary ...
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 Saint Luke Academy, located at 1500 W. Belmont, is a school that has served neighborhood children from pre-school through middle school for more than 125 years. The Academy is dedicated to offering the best in innovative, cognitively powerful Christian education grounded in Lutheran tradition. The Academy admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin. Its curriculum encourages students to be creative thinkers and to appreciate various points of view. Students also have access to technological and scientific equipment in the Academy's media center, resource room and science center. Extra-curricular activities, programs, clubs and athletic teams complement and enhance students' educational experiences. To learn more, visit www.stlukechicago.org.
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Marketing & Sponsorship Opportunities
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Looking to connect with active consumers at this event? For pricing and a customized benefits package,
please contact Norine Smyth at 773-584-6684 or Laura Wilke at 773-584-6669.
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