Per Media Release:
The holiday season truly is the most wonderful time of the year. A time to reflect and celebrate together, especially after a tumultuous year and a half. Adjusting to the pandemic, safety restrictions, and breaking tradition has been challenging worldwide. The holidays certainly looked different last year and will once again in 2021, but the DeKalb Park District is excited to see the return of such winter traditions as Breakfast with Santa, Holiday House Decorating Contest, and the Polar-palooza Winter Festival.
“We are super excited to bring back some of our beloved annual, winter programming to the DeKalb community. Winter is personally one of my favorite times of the year and I can’t think of a better way to celebrate than with some fun-filled events and activities,” commented Recreation Supervisor, Chrissy Tluczek. “From the twinkle of holiday lights to the hearty laugh of Santa to the playful grin of a snowman, there is always something to bring joy on these cold, winter days. We hope that you and your family share in the fun and festivities this winter season!”
DeKalb residents are invited to channel their inner Clark Griswold and sign up for the 2nd Annual DeKalb Holiday House Decorating Contest. Brighten the community by signing up for just $5 and compete in three categories: Best Overall Theme, Light Up the Town, and People’s Choice. The deadline to participate is December 7 and is for DeKalb residents only. All displays will be judged by DeKalb Park District staff on December 8, between 4:00 and 9:00 pm. Best Overall Theme and Light Up the Town category winners will be announced on December 9. If decorating isn’t your thing, help us vote for the People’s Choice category winner! Decoration displays will be judged online through the District Facebook page, December 9 – 16. Staff also encourages voters to hop in their cars and check out the participating houses in person. The image with the most “likes” by 9:00 pm on December 16 wins! The People’s Choice winner will be officially announced on December 17. All category winners will receive a prize package and yard sign. Addresses of entries will be posted in local media unless otherwise specified at the time of registration. Thank you to our prize sponsor, Mortenson Construction.
Ho! Ho! Ho! Santa is coming to town on Saturday, December 11 at River Heights Golf Course Clubhouse, located at 1020 Sharon Drive. From 9:00-10:30 am, families can enjoy a light breakfast of scrambled eggs, bacon, pancakes, muffins, juice, milk, coffee, and more. Not only will kids get to see the Big Guy himself, but they can also participate in a craft, visit our storytelling corner, and receive a special gift from Santa. The fee is $15 for residents and $19 for non-residents. Tickets will be sold until full or by December 8, so be sure to sign up soon. Parents don’t worry about snapping the perfect photo- personalized photographs are included in your ticket fee so you can kick back and enjoy the breakfast! Sponsored by MetroNet, T-Mobile, and Mortenson Construction.
Save the date for the 7th Annual Polar-palooza Winter Festival on Saturday, February 5.
Learn more about these upcoming events, sign-up for programs, or see more winter park district offerings at dekalbparkdistrict.com or call (815) 758-6663.