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Saturday, November 15th, 2025

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Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Joliet resident Darra Glavan (86) donated a Norway spruce from her yard that is now set up in City Square to be the first Christmas tree lit for the upcoming Light Up the Holidays Festival and Parade.  Herald-News

SPORTS NEWS

  • Nazareth Academy beat Providence Catholic 25—16, 25—17 on Friday, Nov. 14 in the IHSA Class 3A State semifinals and advanced to the next round.  Herald-News
  • On November 14, Benet Academy defeated Lockport in two sets, winning 25-23 and 25-16 in the IHSA Class 4A State semifinal volleyball match.  Herald-News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Swan Lake by International Ballet Stars

    2:00 – 3:30 PM — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $32.50 — Experience a breathtaking ballet performance featuring Tchaikovsky’s iconic score and a diverse cast of international dancers.

    Sun, 11/16/25

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  • A Motown Christmas

    7-8:30 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets starting at $54 — Celebrate the holiday season with the unforgettable Motown sound and festive classics.

    Tue, 11/18/25

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  • Brad Williams Comedy Show

    7-8:30 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $29.50 — Experience the hilarity of one of the funniest comedians in the country.

    Thu, 11/20/25

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  • Chris Young: It Must Be Christmas

    7:30-9 PM — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $49 — Celebrate the holiday spirit with an acoustic evening featuring Christmas classics and special guest Marynn Taylor.

    Fri, 11/21/25

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  • Home Free Holiday Tour

    6:00-7:30 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets start at $43 — Experience an unforgettable evening of heartwarming holiday harmonies with award-winning a cappella group Home Free.

    Sun, 11/23/25

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  • Poultry and Pie Predictor 4 Mile Run

    8:40-10:30 AM — Pilcher Park Nature Center — Registration fees apply — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun run tradition in Joliet's scenic park.

    Thu, 11/27/25

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  • Teddy Bear Tea

    9:30-11 a.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — $35 adults & $30 children — Enjoy a festive brunch with St. Nick and a keepsake teddy bear.

    Fri, 11/28/25

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  • Chicago Festival Ballet: The Nutcracker

    2:00 – 3:30 PM — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets start at $24 — Experience a delightful holiday ballet filled with magical adventures and exquisite performances.

    Sun, 11/30/25

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  • TECH N9NE Live Concert

    6:30-9:00 p.m. — The Forge — Ticket required — Enjoy an electrifying live performance from hip-hop artist TECH N9NE along with King Iso and Joey Cool.

    Wed, 12/3/25

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  • Jingle Mingle Concert

    6-7:30 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets available — Experience high-energy performances and crowd interaction with Jingle Mingle's unforgettable concert.

    Thu, 12/4/25

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