Friday, November 22nd, 2024

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Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Greater Joliet Area YMCA initiated construction of a new 60,000-square-foot facility in Shorewood, aiming to enhance community and youth development programs by 2026. Herald-News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two individuals were hospitalized with non-life threatening injuries after their pickup truck flipped on the Briggs Street ramp off I-80 in Joliet, attributed to slick conditions from the season's first snowfall. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Joliet Herald-News previews the 2024-25 boys basketball season with team-by-team breakdowns, highlighting top returners and key newcomers across the area's schools. Herald-News
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Free Groceries Giveaway Event in Joliet, Illinois
Experience a community-focused distribution of free groceries hosted by Hands of Hope of Illinois at the Joliet Hope Center.
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Holiday Theater: Elf The Musical Jr.
Experience the heartwarming tale of Buddy, a human raised as an elf, on his journey to find his true identity in New York City.
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A Very Rialto Christmas Concert
Celebrate the holiday season with an evening of festive music and the official Christmas Tree Lighting at the Rialto Square Theatre.
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Poultry and Pie Predictor Thanksgiving Run/Walk
Experience a unique Thanksgiving tradition with a 4-mile prediction run, a 1-mile kids race, and the Toddler Gobbler dash in the scenic Pilcher Park.
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Teddy Bear Tea Holiday Brunch
Experience a delightful holiday tradition at the Rialto Square Theatre with a delicious brunch buffet and fun activities, featuring a special appearance by St. Nick and a keepsake teddy bear.
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Chicago Festival Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
Experience the enchanting holiday ballet, The Nutcracker, featuring stunning costumes and a magical journey through the land of the Sugar Plum Fairy.
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Oak Ridge Boys Holiday Show
Experience a delightful mix of traditional and contemporary holiday music performed by the Grammy Award-winning Oak Ridge Boys, complete with festive visuals and a visit from Santa Claus.
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Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland: A Festive Celebration of Circus and Music
Experience a magical blend of circus artistry and timeless holiday melodies in an enchanting show that celebrates the joy of the season.
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A Motown Christmas Concert
Experience a festive evening with a world-class vocal group performing timeless Motown hits alongside beloved holiday classics.
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2nd Annual Winter Wine & Spirit Fest at Embers
The event features six tastings from over 30 wines and a variety of spirits, complemented by a charcuterie table and live music, creating a festive atmosphere.
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