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Holiday Guide

Thursday, December 13, 2012

Registration Open for Christmas Break Parks and Rec Programs

From Lego-building, to chess- and soccer-playing, there are several different options for kids staying home over the break.

The following is a release from the Village of Hinsdale Parks and Recreation Department: Staying home over Christmas break and need something for your children to do? Try out one of these exciting parks and recreation department programs. Lego Engineering Classes Power up your engineering skills with Play-Well Technologies and over 100,000 pieces of LEGOs for either of these classes. Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering & architecture through engineer-designed projects. Chess Soccer Camps Register through the Hinsdale Parks and Recreation Department at www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr. Register on line, via fax or in person. For more information and fees, contact the department at 630-789-7090. 

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Ask a Stylist: What Hairstyle is in this Holiday Season?

In the latest edition of Patch's "Ask a Stylist" series, Salon Hype owner Ross Bartolomei tackles hairstyles for the holiday season.

Every so often on Patch, Salon Hype owner Ross Bartolomei answers a question about the ubiquitous discussion topic that is our hair.  Got a question for Ross? Email it to joe.odonnell@patch.com. Question: What's in for holiday hair in 2012? Answer: Holiday hair is fun and 60s inspired this season. With this look you definitely want to show off your neck line and shoulders. Hair is off the face slightly, teased on top, and pulled back into a pony tail. With the pony tail, there are a couple of options. It can be curled, and I'm talking about spiral, large loose curls, or the pony tail can be loosely braided down off the front of one shoulder. I recommend visiting your local beauty supply store and look for clip-in hair pieces. These are …

Friday, December 7, 2012

Santa Coming to KLM Park in Hinsdale Saturday

The Hinsdale Parks and Recreation Department's Breakfast with Santa event is set for 9 a.m. at the Katherine Legge Memorial Lodge.

The following is a release from the Village of Hinsdale Parks and Recreation Department: Santa is making a last minute stop by the beautiful Katherine Legge Memorial Lodge on Saturday, Dec. 8, to check who has been naughty or nice.  Join us for an intimate morning visit with Santa at 9 a.m. The event will include picture opportunities with Santa and a light breakfast that includes donuts, bagel, juices and coffee.  Crafts will also be provided. Pre-registration is required.  The fee is $13 for Hinsdale residents and $18 for non-residents. All participants age 2 and over need to register.  Register online at www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr, by fax to 630-789-7016, by mail, or in person at the parks and recreation office.

Thursday, December 6, 2012

Have a Holiday Event? Post it on Patch!

Is your organization hosting a holiday fundraiser? Coat drive? Christmas party? Share it with Patch in just a few easy steps!

With the holiday season upon us, there are plenty of local events happening. From coat drives and food pantry collections, to organizing a group of carolers or throwing a community holiday party, there's tons to do in Burr Ridge. It's just up to you to make sure everyone knows about it. Posting an event on Patch is easy and will let you spread that seasonal joy.  Simply watch the above video and follow the steps. It's that easy.  To create an event right now, click here. If you have any questions, let us know. Note: Events must adhere to Patch's terms of use.

Tips to Make It a Safe and Merry Holiday

The DuPage County Health Department offers tips to ensure trees, decorations and lights look pretty and work safely.

Those holiday decorations are beautiful to look at with lights twinkling and tinsel sparkling. Taking steps to make sure the lights, decorations and trees are used properly will make the holidays safer.  When decorating for the holidays its important to take safety measures to keep all the sparkle from going up in flames or causing family members injury, according to officials. The DuPage County Health Department offers a number of tips to keep your holidays merry and bright this holiday season. Here are some tips for tree, light and decoration safety: Source: DuPage County Health Department

Sunday, December 2, 2012

Santa Claus, Mariachi Band Highlight Hinsdale Christmas Walk

The annual Hinsdale Chamber of Commerce event took place Friday night from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. downtown.

The 47th annual Hinsdale Christmas Walk took place Friday night in downtown Hinsdale.  Among the attractions at the event, put on by the Hinsdale Chamber of Commerce, were the arrival of Santa Claus on a Hinsdale Fire Department truck, the tree-lighting ceremony, and a mariachi band outside CiNe Modern Taqueria. Do you have any photos from Friday night? Click the "Add Photos and Videos" button above and share them with the community!

Holiday Guide: Where to Cut Your Own Christmas Tree

Area farms offer fresh trees, memorable experiences and an environment-friendly tradition.

Hinsdale Nonprofit Seeking Gift-Wrappers for Holiday Fundraiser

HCS Family Services in Hinsdale needs volunteers to wrap gifts for Oakbrook Center shoppers this Christmas season in an effort to raise money for the nonprofit.

Friday, November 30, 2012

47th Hinsdale Christmas Walk Set for Friday Night

The Hinsdale Chamber of Commerce's annual event will run from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday night and will feature a tree-lighting ceremony outside Memorial Hall and Santa Claus himself!

Thursday, November 29, 2012

Hinsdale Nonprofit Seeking Gift-Wrappers for Holiday Fundraiser

HCS Family Services in Hinsdale needs volunteers to wrap gifts for Oakbrook Center shoppers this Christmas season in an effort to raise money for the nonprofit.

The folllowing is a release from HCS Family Services: HCS Family Services in Hinsdale is seeking energetic people to support a seasonal fundraiser by wrapping holiday gifts for shoppers at Oakbrook Center. We need volunteers for several shifts each day. Days and times listed below. Individuals and organizations are invited to sign up for as many shifts as they would like. Wrapping paper and supplies will be provided by Oakbrook Center and all donations will go directly to HCS Family Services! For inquires about shift availability and to sign up, please call or e-mail Julie Suarez at 630-323-2500 x106 or jsuarez@hcsfamilyservices.org  The gift wrap station will be located in the upper level between Sears and Nordstrom’s, near Baby GAP. 

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