Santa, Star Wars, a Live Nativity and More Santas!
December in Lovington, Illinois is packed with events this year! The community must have been extra good, because Santa will be stopping in town on at least three different occasions. The Lovington Public Library will be hosting a "Star Wars Week" leading up to the release of the newest movie in the franchise. Also, the First Church of God will be holding a Live Nativity this year, as a gift to the community.
There's a little something for everyone. You can check out the highlights here and get a printable December 2015 Lovington Community Calendar here. The calendar in
December 2015 Event Highlights
Crazy 8s Math Club Registration
Month of December
Lovington Public Library
Crazy 8s is an over-the-top after school club that's designed to get kids fired up about math. Every week kids get to build stuff, run and jump, make music, make a mess... and
The library has targeted this program to be offered FREE to boys and girls in 3rd - 5th grades. Pre-registration for this program will be held throughout the month of December. Parents must come in to sign their children up. The club will meet on Fridays, from 4 p.m. to
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Lovington Revitalization Coalition Board of Directors Meeting
Tuesday,
6 p.m.
Lovington Library Meeting Room
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Santa
Sunday, December 13, 2015
2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Lovington American Legion Post 429
Children 10 and under, from Lovington or who are family members of Lovington Legion members, are invited to come see Santa Claus!
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Star Wars Week
December 14 - 18, 2015
Lovington Public Library
The library's "Star Wars Week" will kick off with a "Star Wars Trivia Contest" on Monday, December 14, from 4 p.m. to
There will be a daily drawing, Monday - Friday, for Star Wars prizes. Go to the library to put your name in for a chance to win.
A "Star Wars Coloring Contest" will also take place that week. Coloring pages will be available at the library. Winners will receive prizes and be announced Saturday, December 19.
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Breakfast with Santa!
Saturday, December 19, 2015
8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
First Church of God Family
The Lovington Park Recreation Board is inviting all ages to come out and enjoy a sweet breakfast with Santa Clause. Milk or orange juice will be provided to drink. Children will be able to give Santa their wish list.
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Christmas in the Village
Saturday, December 19, 2015
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Lovington Community Center
(106 E. State St.)
Local Lovington vendors will have Christmas gifts on sale, including presents for under $10. There will be hot chocolate, cookies and hourly door prize drawings. Santa Claus will be stopping by from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
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"Oh Come Let Us Adore Him"
Live Nativity Event
Sunday, December 20, 2015
5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
First Church ofGod Family Life Center
The Lovington First Church of God invites the community to experience the true meaning of Christmas by strolling through a live nativity scene. There will be character portrayals of the birth of Christ, as well as live animals.
After experiencing the live nativity, everyone is invited inside for hot chocolate, coffee and cookies. Children will be able to make a Christmas keepsake. This event is free, as it is meant to be a gift to the community.
5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
First Church of
The Lovington First Church of God invites the community to experience the true meaning of Christmas by strolling through a live nativity scene. There will be character portrayals of the birth of Christ, as well as live animals.
After experiencing the live nativity, everyone is invited inside for hot chocolate, coffee and cookies. Children will be able to make a Christmas keepsake. This event is free, as it is meant to be a gift to the community.
