Community Corner

Weekender: Singing, Storytime, Santa and More

Here's a look at what's up this weekend in the Montgomery area.

If you’d like your event listed in Weekender, add it to our events calendar, or contact Editor Andre Salles at andre.salles@patch.com.

Friday, Dec. 2 


When: 5-9 p.m.
Where: , 72 Polk St., Oswego
Why go: This is a kid-friendly event, with crafts, treats, a magician and more. Plus, just check out the price. For more, read .
Price: Free

Saturday, Dec. 3


When: 8 a.m.
Where: Oswego 308 Center, 160 E. Washington St., Oswego
Why go: A delicious breakfast and a picture with Santa Claus? You need another reason? OK, you can also donate hats, mittens and gloves to Coats for Kendall.
Price: $4 per person

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When: 9 a.m.
Where: , 1700 Douglas Rd., Montgomery
Why go: Meet Montgomery Village President Marilyn Michelini, and speak your mind.
Price: Free


When: 10 a.m.
Where: , 1111 Reading Dr., Montgomery
Why go: Kids can enjoy a story read aloud, and parents can enjoy some quiet time on a Saturday morning.
Price: Free

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Salt Creek Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
When: 1 and 5 p.m.
Where: Paramount Theatre, 8 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora
Why go: It’s a holiday classic, performed by more than 90 local dancers with some special guests.
Price: $32 for adults, $25 for children

Sunday, Dec. 4


When: 9 a.m.
Where: Oswego 308 Center, 160 E. Washington St., Oswego
Why go: Get a head start on burning off those holiday pounds with a 5k run or a 1k walk. Come attired in “holiday wearables.”
Price: Free

The Von Trapp Children
When: 3 p.m.
Where: Paramount Theatre, 8 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora
Why go: The great-grandchildren of Captain Von Trapp, whose story is told in The Sound of Music, keep his legacy alive.
Price: $32.50


When: 3 and 7:30 p.m.
Where: Crimi Auditorium, 407 S. Calumet Ave., Aurora
Why go: Get into the holiday spirit with performances by the AU Chorale, Chamber Singers, Flute Ensemble and the Spartan Singers, with some pipe organ and audience caroling mixed in.
Price: Free


When: 5 p.m.
Where: , 200 N. River St., Montgomery
Why go: It’s the village’s annual holiday celebration, with music from local school and scout troop singers, and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Price: Free


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