Braidwood Christmas tree sale to kickoff the holidays
BRAIDWOOD -- Holiday fun returns to Braidwood on Nov. 27 with the annual Christmas tree sale.
Sponsored by the Braidwood Lions Club at the corner of Main and Railroad streets, sale hours are from noon to 7 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, and from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Trees will be sold through mid-December.
Balsam trees, small, medium and large wreaths, grave blankets, decorated wooden crosses and more will be for sale.
On Nov. 29, Santa will make a special visit to the Braidwood Park District's Old Smokey Administration Building at 245 W. First St. Santa will visit from noon to 4 p.m.
Children can make a craft, enjoy some refreshments and visit with Santa. Parents can bring their cameras for pictures with Santa. Admission to the event is free.
On the same day, the Lions will hold their annual Christmas basket raffle so the parents can participate in the raffle while the children are otherwise occupied. Many baskets containing items from local businesses, crafters and individual contributions will be raffled off.
Tickets will cost $1 each or six for $5 and can be purchased at the door. Winning tickets will be drawn at 4 p.m. after the visit with Santa.
For more information on any of the Braidwood Lions Club holiday activities, call 815-791-8093 or visit www.braidwoodlionsclub.org .
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