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See you at Christmas Walk on Friday!

All the most popular attractions will return after a year away, including the Toyland train, Santa?s reindeer, the Silent Emergency Vehicle Light Parade, the Village?s annual tree lighting production, ice sculptor Nate Johnson, the inflatable sled hill, and enjoy games, crafts, giveaways and prizes, all for free! The event is also a great chance to visit your favorite downtown stores and find the perfect Christmas gift. Christmas Walk runs 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 3.

Allied First Bank serves as the event?s presenting sponsor, making it possible to bring this free event for the enjoyment of all.

?We are so glad to continue to be a part of this holiday tradition,? said Ken Bertrand, bank President and CEO. ?Allied First Bank really takes pride in giving back to the community. We can?t wait to see you and your families on Main Street this year to celebrate the holiday season.?

The tree-lighting begins at 5:30 p.m. at the corner of Main and Jackson Streets and features live choral music from Bednarcik and Traughber Junior Highs. Plus, catch live entertainment from Oswego?s dance troupes and choirs at three different live entertainment locations throughout the event along with DJ John, who always makes the event extra lively. A full schedule of live entertainment and activities is available online at www.oswegochristmaswalk.com [ [link removed] ].

Then, bring your wish list and visit Santa at his North Pole home away from home, Locked In Photography, 74 Main St. where photos will be taken and made available for download.

At 8:10 p.m., make way for the silent, illuminated emergency vehicle parade down Main Street brought to you by the Oswego Fire Protection District and featuring your favorite characters, including Christmas Tree Rex himself.

Holiday Drive Through returns on Dec. 10

Join us again on Friday, Dec. 10 at Venue 1012 for the return of the Holiday Drive Through. The event will feature illuminated first response vehicles, cheerful holiday scenes, your favorite characters, Santa himself and goody bags for each child in attendance as long as supplies last.

For more information about both events, visit www.oswegochristmaswalk.com [ [link removed] ].?

Looking for more fun holiday activities?

Oswego is full of holiday activities, including the Oswego Downtown Association's Cookie Walk [ [link removed] ] on Dec. 4, and lots of holiday cheer (and great gifts!) at Oswego area retailers.?

Thank you to our sponsors!

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Final leaf collection continues

The Village of Oswego has extended leaf collection beginning Nov. 29 with a final pass through the community. Crews will be working this week, and expected to conclude collection no later than next week. Once crews move through an area, they will not return for another collection. Public Works must conclude leaf collection to provide adequate time to prepare equipment for snow plow operations. The same trucks used for leaf collection are converted to spread salt and plow snow to keep streets safe in the the event of inclement weather.?

Leaves are also beneficial for lawns, plant beds and around trees and shrubs as a more environmentally friendly approach to disposal. For complete details on the Village's leaf collection program, including alternative disposal methods, visit www.oswegoil.org/leaves [ [link removed] ]


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Utility assistance available for qualifying households

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity is reminding residents that funding for utility assistance for low-income families. The Low-Income Household Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps families stay current with their heating and energy bills, providing up to $1,000 in seasonal energy assistance. For more information, including how to apply, visit the Utility Bill Assistance page [ [link removed] ] provided by Illinois DCEO.

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Upcoming dates

* *Friday, Dec. 3 -?*Christmas Walk presented by Allied First Bank. Details [ [link removed] ].
* *Saturday, Dec. 4* -- Oswego Downtown Association Cookie Walk, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Details [ [link removed] ].
* *Friday, Dec. 10 -?*Holiday Drive Through at Venue 1012 presented by Allied First Bank. Details [ [link removed] ].
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