Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce
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**Events in green are Chamber
hosted events**
November 2008
Saturday,
November 1
Woodcarvers
Show
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park
200 South Belt West, Belleville,
IL 62220
Map
(MapQuest.com)
(618) 233-0052
www.bcfairgrounds.net
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Sunday,
November 2
Woodcarvers
Show
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park
200 South Belt West, Belleville,
IL 62220
Map
(MapQuest.com)
(618) 233-0052
www.bcfairgrounds.net
Pops Concert Presents Lew
Williams
2pm
Lincoln Theatre
103 East Main Street, Belleville
(618) 632-8455
www.lincolntheatre-belleville.com
Music of the Big Band Era plus holiday tunes at the
Lincoln Theatre.
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Tuesday,
November 4
Education Committee Meeting
8am
Greater Belleville Chamber
of Commerce Office
Central Illinois Community Blood Center Blood Drive
10:00am-4:00pm
Memorial Hospital
4500 Memorial Drive, Belleville, IL 62226
10:00am-12:00pm –Employees only please. 12:00pm-4:00pm open to the public
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Wednesday,
November 5
"Sales & Marketing" Seminar
5-6pm
Lindenwood University Auditorium
2600 West Main Street, Belleville
(618) 222-1050
Speaker: Jim
Maher, Resident Director, Merrill Lynch. Free and open to the public.
ESPW - Southwest, IL Workshop
5:20-7:30pm
Big Mama's BBQ
Clinton Hills Golf Course
3700 Old Collinsville Road, Swansea, IL 62226
Click
for Details and Registration Information
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Thursday,
November 6
Ambassador's Meeting
11:30am
Pasta Fare
5900 North
Illinois Street, Fairview Heights, IL
Business After Hours
5-7pm
Greensfelder, Hemker, & Gale, P.C.
12 Wolf Creek Drive, Swansea, IL 62226
Healthy Holiday Cooking Show
10:30am
Lincoln Theatre
103 East Main Street, Belleville
(618) 233-1416
Cooking demonstrations and special event recipes a the
Lincoln Theatre. Sponsored by Belleville Parks and Recreation.
Gifts From the Heart Christmas Party
5pm-8pm
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds
200 South Belt West, Belleville,
IL 62220
Map
(MapQuest.com)
(618) 233-0300
Admission: New unwrapped gift for a child or $20
per person. Enjoy delicious food provided
courtesy of many of our finest local restaurants,
music, attendance prizes. All toys and
proceeds will be donated to families in St. Clair
County who need assistance during the holidays.
Sponsored by Mark A. Kern, Chairman, St. Clair
County Board.
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Friday,
November 7
"Late Night Catechism"
7:30pm
Althoff
Catholic High School
5401 West Main
Street, Belleville
(618) 277-1800
The play that has been cracking up audiences the world over with its wit is
coming to Belleville! You won’t want to miss Vicki Quade and Maripat Donovan in
their hilarious comedy “Late Night Catechism”. It really doesn't matter if
you're a Catholic school alumnus, a practicing Catholic or a non-Catholic.
Sister has something for all of you! Performances are Friday, November
7th and Saturday, November 8th at 7:30pm
at Althoff Catholic High School, 5401 West Main in Belleville. General
admission tickets - $30 in advance/$35 at the door…or $60 for red carpet/wine
reception and special seating. Tickets are available at Althoff Catholic
High School or at Family Hospice at 5110 West Main Street. Performance to
benefit Family Hospice and Althoff Catholic Performance Arts. Please call
Family Hospice at (618) 277-1800 for more information or to pay by credit card.
Don’t miss the play the New York Times calls… “An uproarious piece of
interactive theater…inspired, well-written, hilarious.”
Minds Eye Information Service Trivia Night
7pm
The National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows
Route 15, Belleville, IL
Map
(MapQuest.com)
(618) 394-6221
www.snows.org
Find out if you and your team are the smartest people around when you
participate in Minds Eye’s Trivia Night. Call 618-394-6221 for registration
information.
Spotlight Series - Rhonda
Vincent
McKendree Hettenhausen Center
Alton Street at College Road, Lebanon
www.thehett.com
Rhonda Vincent appearing
with her band The Rage, is an award-winning singer-songwriter and string
instrumentalist names Best Female Vocalist by the International Bluegrass Music
Association for six consecutive years.
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Saturday,
November 8
Antique Brewery Bottle & Jar Show
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park
200 South Belt West, Belleville,
IL 62220
Map
(MapQuest.com)
(618) 233-0052
www.bcfairgrounds.net
Eckert's Cooking
Class - Holiday Appetizers
1-3pm
Eckert's Country Store
951 S. Greenmount Road, Belleville, IL 62220
Map (MapQuest.com)
(618) 233-0513
www.eckerts.com
Join us for a festive class filled with
elegant holiday appetizers. You will learn how to plan and prepare
appetizers for great holiday get-togethers. Whether you are in need
of an appetizer to bring to a party or planning your own, this class
will provide you with some outstanding recipe choices. This class is
a must for the busy holiday season. $25/Person. To make
reservations, please call (618)233-0513.
"Late Night Catechism"
7:30pm
Althoff Catholic High School
5401 West Main Street, Belleville
(618) 277-1800
The play that has been cracking up audiences
the world over with its wit is coming to Belleville! You won’t want
to miss Vicki Quade and Maripat Donovan in their hilarious comedy
“Late Night Catechism”. It really doesn't matter if you're a
Catholic school alumnus, a practicing Catholic or a non-Catholic.
Sister has something for all of you! Performances are
Friday, November 7th and Saturday, November 8th
at 7:30pm at Althoff Catholic High School, 5401 West Main
in Belleville. General admission tickets - $30 in advance/$35
at the door…or $60 for red carpet/wine reception and special
seating. Tickets are available at Althoff Catholic High School
or at Family Hospice at 5110 West Main Street. Performance to
benefit Family Hospice and Althoff Catholic Performance Arts.
Please call Family Hospice at (618) 277-1800 for more information or
to pay by credit card. Don’t miss the play the New York Times
calls… “An uproarious piece of interactive theater…inspired,
well-written, hilarious.”
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Sunday,
November 9
Thunder Alley Indoor Bike Show
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park
200 South Belt West, Belleville,
IL 62220
Map
(MapQuest.com)
(618) 233-0052
www.bcfairgrounds.net
"Teddy Bear Tea Party"
St. Clair Country Club
100 South 78th Street, Belleville
(618) 234-2120, ext. 1289
Friends of St. Elizabeth’s
Hospital is holding a “Teddy Bear Tea Party” to support the renovation of the
Hospice Suite at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital. CFO of Build-A Bear Workshop®, Tina
Klocke, will be the Honorary Chairperson for this event along with the
opportunity to see BEAREMY, Build-A-Bear Workshop® most huggable mascot. The
event includes a silent auction, a professional story teller and plenty of photo
opportunities throughout the day. Tickets are available from the Friends of St.
Elizabeth’s Hospital at 234-2120 Extension 1289. Adults $30.00/Children
$10.00. Reservations are required. Grandparents, Parents and children are
invited to bring their favorite teddy bear and join us!!
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Monday, November 10
PR/Marketing Committee Meeting
Noon
Greater Belleville Chamber
of Commerce Office
Bunko Night
Eckert's Country Restaurant
951 S. Greenmount Road, Belleville, IL 62220
Map (MapQuest.com)
(618) 233-0513, ext 139
www.eckerts.com
An old-fashion game for all ages. Play Bunko
at Eckert’s Country Restaurant on the second and fourth Monday of
each month. $5 per person includes game, prizes, beverages, and
snacks. Open to the public. Dine in the Country Restaurant prior to
playing Bunko and play for FREE. No reservation required. For more
information call Eckert’s Country Restaurant at (618) 233-0513 x.
139.
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Tuesday, November 11
10th Annual Veteran's Day
Celebration
11am-4pm
Veteran's Memorial Monument
Downtown Public Square, Belleville, IL 62220
Travel & Adventure Film Series
- Buddy Hatton "Vietnam - A Land of Surprises"
7pm
Lincoln Theatre
103 East Main Street, Belleville
(618) 233-1710 or (618)
233-1939
http://www.belleville-rotary.org/TravelAdventure2008-9.htm
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Wednesday, November 12
ChamberNet
5-7pm
Gateway Center, Collinsville
This is a
great opportunity to network with members of other chambers. In addition to the
Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce, the other participating chambers are
Collinsville, Troy/Maryville, O’Fallon, Fairview Heights, Edwardsville/Glen
Carbon, Waterloo, Smithton, Caseyville, Swansea, Southwestern Madison County,
and River Bend Growth Association.
The theme is “Get Stranded…on
Gateway Island”. Enjoy tropical food and drinks while grooving to live steel
drums by Steely Pan. Beach attire is strongly recommended.
Free
admission, free parking, and attendance prizes! Please RSVP by November 5th
to the Belleville Chamber at (618) 233-2015 or
btucker@bellevillechamber.org.
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Thursday, November 13
Community Service Agency Committee Meeting
9am
Greater Belleville Chamber
of Commerce Office
"Safety & Prevention"
Seminar
5-6pm
Lindenwood University Auditorium
2600 West Main Street, Belleville
(618) 222-1050
Speaker: Terry
Bell, Asst. Chief of Police, Collinsville. Free and open to the public.
Eckert's Wine Class - Reserve
Wines
6pm-8pm
Eckert's Country Restaurant
951 S. Greenmount Road
Belleville, IL 62220
Map (MapQuest.com)
(618) 233-0513
www.eckerts.com
We like to call these wines celebration wines.
With the holiday’s right around the corner, this is a great time to
buy some “celebration wines” for your own celebration. We will be
tasting seven of our most premium wines and pairing them with
courses we like to serve at our family celebrations. We guarantee
you will leave having sampled some of the best wines ever and some
of the best food ever. Come and celebrate with us. Event will take
place in the Country Store from 6pm – 8pm. Space is limited.
$25.00/person. Reservations are required; please call (618) 233-0513
to reserve your spot today!
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Friday, November
14
Executive Board Meeting
7:30am
Greater Belleville Chamber
of Commerce Office
Leadership Belleville-Law Enforcement
Day
After Hours:
Margarita's
Candid Gifts Ribbon Cutting
11am
18 East Main
Street, Belleville
Movie Night at
the Hett
8pm
McKendree
University’s Russel E. and Fern M. Hettenhausen Center for the Arts
Alton Street at
College Road, Lebanon, Illinois
www.thehett.com
“Taxi Driver”
(1976) Martin Scorsese directed and Robert DeNiro starred as a Vietman vet loner
working the night shift who becomes increasingly disturbed, alienated and
violent. The film was nominated for four Academy Awards.
All screenings are free of charge and
the public is welcome to attend. Each film will begin at 8 p.m. and an audience
discussion will follow.
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Saturday,
November 15
Holiday Flea Market
9am-4pm
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park
200 South Belt West, Belleville, IL 62220
Map
(MapQuest.com)
(618) 233-0052
www.bcfairgrounds.net
Visit more than 500 booths to find that unique holiday
gift.
Eckert's Cooking Class -
Holiday Appetizers
1-3pm
Eckert's Country Store
951 S. Greenmount Road, Belleville, IL 62220
Map (MapQuest.com)
(618) 233-0513
www.eckerts.com
Join us for a festive class filled with
elegant holiday appetizers. You will learn how to plan and prepare
appetizers for great holiday get-togethers. Whether you are in need
of an appetizer to bring to a party or planning your own, this class
will provide you with some outstanding recipe choices. This class is
a must for the busy holiday season. $25/Person. To make
reservations, please call (618)233-0513.
Hospice of Southern Illinois Gala & Silent Auction
6pm
Lewis
& Clark College
N.O.
Nelson Campus, Leclaire Room
(618)
235-1703
www.hospice.org
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Sunday,
November 16
Holiday Flea Market
9am-4pm
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park
200 South Belt West, Belleville, IL 62220
Map
(MapQuest.com)
(618) 233-0052
www.bcfairgrounds.net
Visit more than 500 booths to
find that unique holiday gift.
Women's Day Out
1-5pm
Advantage Family Chiropractic
2347 Old Collinsville Road,
Belleville
(618) 234-6000
Please join us for an
afternoon of women's only events and pampering,
hosted by Advantage Family Chiropractic. Our
office will be filled with tables offering products
and services for women. There will be food and
beverages, raffles, demonstrations and samples, and
much, much more! Vendors include, but are not
limited to: Krupp Florist, Dermatologist, Custom
Fragrances, Fitness Health & Nutrition, Mona Vie,
Avon, Dentist, Custom Jewelry, Massage, Premier
Jewelry, Skin Care, Home Decor, Pampered Chef,
Uppercase Living, Makeup Artist, Personal Chef,
Photography, Scrap Booking, Financial Advisor, Party
Lite Candles, Tastefully Simple, & Many More.
In an effort to give back to the community,
Advantage Family Chiropractic asks that you bring in
a brown paper bag of non-perishable groceries to
benefit the area food pantry for entry into this one
of a kind event!
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Tuesday,
November 18
Board of Directors Meeting
7:30am
Greater Belleville Chamber
of Commerce Office
Business Assistance Committee Meeting
11:00am
Greater Belleville Chamber
of Commerce Office
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Wednesday, November 19
Issues & Eggs
7:30am-9:30am
Bellecourt Manor
225
East "A" Street, Belleville
The
Current Economic Climate...What are the Causes and the Long-Term Effects -
Chris Neely,
assistant vice-president (an economist) with the Federal Reserve Bank of St.
Louis will discuss the background of the current financial crisis, the creation
of mortgage backed securities, the run-up in housing prices, the fall in prices
and the effect that had on the financial system and the responses by the
Treasury/Fed. Cost is $15 per person.
Please RSVP by November 14th to the
Chamber at (618) 233-2015 or
btucker@bellevillechamber.org.
Movie Night at
the Hett
8pm
McKendree
University’s Russel E. and Fern M. Hettenhausen Center for the Arts
Alton Street at
College Road, Lebanon, Illinois
www.thehett.com
“The Godfather”
(1972). Francis Ford Coppola directed this epic about an organized crime family
led by an aging patriarch. Marlon Brando headed an all-star cast. Best Picture,
Best Actor, Best Writing. All screenings are free of charge and the public is
welcome to attend. Each film will begin at 8 p.m. and an audience discussion
will follow.
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Thursday,
November 20
Government Affairs Committee Meeting
7:30am
Greater Belleville Chamber
of Commerce Office
Healthcare Committee Meeting
9:00am
Greater Belleville Chamber
of Commerce Office
Eckert's Holiday Open House
5-8pm
Eckert's County Store & Garden Center
951 S. Greenmount Road
Belleville, IL 62220
Map (MapQuest.com)
(618) 233-0513
www.eckerts.com
Enjoy some of Eckert’s favorite recipes, a cooking
demonstration, holiday decorating ideas, wine sampling and holiday food. We will
share wine pairing ideas, delicious samples of cheese, deli items, bakery
goodies, hot spiced cider and more. Santa will be on hand to visit with the
children while you are finding the perfect holiday gifts for everyone on your
lists. Open House will take place in Eckert’s Country Store & Garden Center from
5pm – 8pm. Free.
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Friday,
November 21
West Belleville Promotional Committee Meeting
8am
Lindenwood
University
2600 West
Main Street, Belleville
"Way of Lights" Christmas Display
5-10pm
The National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows
Route 15, Belleville, IL
Map (MapQuest.com)
November 21st-January 4th -
At no charge, journey
through the 1.5 mile light display that tells the true story of Christmas.
Inside, listen to nightly choirs, view professionally decorated Christmas trees,
enjoy the interactive Children's Village, and more. Outside, enjoy the
trolley shuttle and petting zoo. For a small fee, experience the laser
show or ride a camel. Donations accepted.
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Saturday,
November 22
Arcade Auction
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park
200 South Belt West, Belleville, IL 62220
Map
(MapQuest.com)
(618) 233-0052
www.bcfairgrounds.net
The Nutcracker Ballet & Concert
7:30pm
Scottish Rite
1267 Frank Scott Parkway
Belleville, IL
(618) 277-1373
www.bellphil.com
Performed by the Belleville School of Ballet and
Belleville Philharmonic Orchestra.
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Sunday,
November 23
The Nutcracker Ballet & Concert
1:30pm and 5pm
Scottish Rite
1267 Frank Scott Parkway,
Belleville, IL
(618) 277-1373
www.bellphil.com
Performed by the Belleville Philharmonic Orchestra and Belleville School of Ballet.
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Monday, November 24
Gingerbread Walk
East & West Main Street,
Belleville
(618) 239-9428
www.bellevillemainstreet.net
Through January 5th.
Stroll down Belleville's Main Street to view
award-winning gingerbread creations displayed in
downtown merchant windows starting at the Square on
East and West Main Streets.
Bunko Night
Eckert's Country Restaurant
951 S. Greenmount Road, Belleville, IL 62220
Map (MapQuest.com)
(618) 233-0513, ext 139
www.eckerts.com
An old-fashion game for all ages. $5 per person includes
game, prizes, beverages, and snacks. Open to the public. No reservation
required. For more information call Eckert’s Country Restaurant at (618)
233-0513 x. 139.
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Tuesday,
November 25
Identity Theft Seminar
7:30am-9am
Nonna's Restaurant
4508 West Main Street,
Belleville, IL 62226
Cost: $15.00, includes breakfast. Please RSVP
to 618-233-2015 or
btucker@bellevillechamber.org. Presented by: Identity Theft
Network.
Volksmarch-Way of Lights
The National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows
Route 15, Belleville, IL
Map (MapQuest.com)
(618) 394-6221
www.snows.org
Roundtable Series Presented by the Faculty
of Aquinas Inst. "Did it Really Snow in Bethlehem"
11:30am-1pm
The National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows
Route 15, Belleville, IL Map (MapQuest.com)
(618) 394-6272
www.snows.org
Sr. Pat Walter, O.P. We grew up with the Christmas
story, buy maybe it's time to take a new look at Christmas according to the New
Testament. Pre-registration is required. Call 618-394-6272 or
314-241-3400. Cost $20 a program (lunch included).
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Wednesday, November 26
Leadership Committee Meeting
8am
Greater Belleville Chamber
of Commerce Office
Thanksgiving Eve Party & Bonfire - featuring Kim Massie
5-11pm
Ravissant Winery
5950 Town Hall Road,
Belleville, IL 62223
(618) 233-WINE
www.ravissantwinery.com
$10
admission.
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Friday,
November
28
Santa Claus Parade
10am
Main Street, Downtown Belleville
(618) 910-0419
Come welcome Santa to Belleville with the largest holiday
parade in Southern Illinois featuring hundreds of parade units of floats,
marching bands and dance groups. Sponsored by the Belleville Optimist Club.
Horse Drawn Trolley Rides
Downtown Belleville
(618) 239-9428
Through December 21st. Running on Friday's from
5-8pm, Saturday's and Sunday's from 12pm-5pm. Take a free leisurely
ride through history aboard our large horse-drawn trolley. Enjoy Belleville's
historic Shopping and Entertainment District from a unique point of view.
Holiday Craft Fair
4-8pm
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park
200 South Belt West, Belleville,
IL 62220
Map
(MapQuest.com)
(618) 233-0052
www.bcfairgrounds.net
Community Sing-A-Long and Lighting of the Fountain
6pm
Downtown Belleville
(618) 910-0419
Be part of the ceremony to kick off the Christmas season in
Belleville with the lighting of the fountain as residents and visitors enjoy
caroling, cookies, hot cocoa and pet a live reindeer. Sponsored by the Belleville Optimist
Club.
Santa on the Square
Downtown Belleville
(618) 910-0419
www.bellevillesantahouse.com
November 23rd-December 24th - Visit Santa in the house on
Belleville's square, photos are optional. On Saturday's from 1-5pm and Sunday's from 12-5pm, enjoy free hot cocoa and cookies.
For a schedule of Santa's hours, visit
www.bellevillesantahouse.com.
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Saturday,
November 29
Breakfast with Santa
8am-12pm
Eckert's County Restaurant
951 S. Greenmount Road, Belleville, IL 62220
Map (MapQuest.com)
(618) 233-0513, ext 139
www.eckerts.com
Join us for a meal with Santa on the farm! Children can tell
Santa their Christmas wishes. Santa has a special gift for each child. We will
capture the moment in a photo of your child with Santa. Reservations are
suggested. A buffet style breakfast will be provided from 8am until noon. The
buffet includes: scrambled eggs, crisp bacon, sausage links, dollar pancakes,
biscuits and homemade sausage gravy. $12.95/child; $7.95/adult. For more
information or reservations, call Eckert’s Country Restaurant at (618) 233-0513
x139.
Holiday Craft Fair
10am-4pm
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park
200 South Belt West, Belleville,
IL 62220
Map
(MapQuest.com)
(618) 233-0052
www.bcfairgrounds.net
$2.00
admission. Over 400 Exhibitors ~ No Baby Strollers Please!
Gingerbread House Workshop
10am-2pm
Eckert's Country Store
951 South Greenmount Road, Belleville, IL 62220
Map (MapQuest.com)
(618) 233-0513
www.eckerts.com
For those who have always longed to build a
gingerbread house but were intimidated by the thought, here is your
chance to create a beautiful display for the holidays. We provide
all of the supplies and the guidance. You provide the creativity!
Great for young and old. $12/Gingerbread House. Join us between the
hours of 10am and 2pm in the Country Store. For more information
call Eckert’s at (618) 233-0513.
Holiday Storytime
11am, 1pm & 3pm
Eckert's Garden Center
951 South Greenmount Road, Belleville, IL 62220
Map (MapQuest.com)
(618) 233-0513
www.eckerts.com
Your children will sure to be entertained
during our holiday story hour. The kids will be enjoy hearing the
story of the gingerbread man. After the story is over, each child
can make a gingerbread craft. Fun for kids of all ages. FREE. Story
will be told at 11 am, 1pm and 3pm in the Garden Center. For more
information call Eckert’s at (618) 233-0513.
Tannenbaum Festival
11am-4pm
Ravissant Winery
5950
Town Hall Road, Belleville
(618)
233-9463
www.ravissantwinery.com
Enjoy a festival of carolers, holiday light display, and
refreshments.
Art
on the Square Unique Boutique
11am-3pm
Art on
the Square Building
30
Public Square, Belleville
(618)
416-3390
Open Thursdays and Saturdays through December 20th. Local
artist, home accessories, variety of holiday gifts.
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Sunday,
November 30
Breakfast with Santa
8am-12pm
Eckert's County Restaurant
951 S. Greenmount Road, Belleville, IL 62220
