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SUMMARY:Weekly Thursday Karaoke Night with DJ D-Wreck
DESCRIPTION:  \nKaraoke Party: Show off your singing skills or just enjoy a fun night out with friends.\n  \nHost: DJ D-Wreck bringing energy and great vibes.\n  \nDrink Specials: All-day deals including $3 rail drinks\, $4 Crown Apple\, $12 beer buckets (5 domestics)\, and more.\n  \nFood Options: Gallagher Bro’s Pizza available for purchase.\n \n  \nDon’t miss the fun! Whether you’re a karaoke pro or just there to laugh and sing along\, this is the perfect way to spend your Thursday night.
URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/weekly-thursday-karaoke-night-with-dj-d-wreck/
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SUMMARY:Grafton's Holiday Treat Trail
DESCRIPTION:Take a festive stroll through the historic and charming downtown Grafton district during Grafton’s Holiday Treat Trail: A Delicious Day Out. \nThis free event invites participants to explore participating businesses which will be offering unique\, homemade or gourmet holiday treats and beverages. \nFree tickets and tote bags will be available to the first 300 people to arrive at The Loading Dock between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Each person will receive a free ticket\, a punch card and complimentary Grafton\, Illinois tote bag\, courtesy of the Grafton Chamber of Commerce. Registration is on a first-come first-served basis. \nParticipants then stroll through town until 5 p.m. getting their card punched at over 18 different participating businesses. Collect treats and drinks at each stop. \nSanta and Mrs. Claus will be on hand at The Loading Dock during the registration period for free selfies. \nOnce the punch card is full\, drop it in a collection box for the chance to win an epic Grafton Prize Package.
URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/graftons-holiday-treat-trail/
LOCATION:City of Grafton\, Grafton\, 62037\, United States
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SUMMARY:Grafton Winter Lights Parade 2025
DESCRIPTION:Bring the family to see the Grafton Winter Lights Parade on December 6 at 5:30 p.m. after spending the day on the Grafton Holiday Treat Trail! The parade will feature local businesses and residents with decorated vehicles and lots of Christmas cheer and will march down Water Street starting at the Hawg Pit! Take a wintry drive down the Great River Road\, do some late Christmas shopping\, and enjoy the lights show!!
URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/grafton-winter-lights-parade-2025/
LOCATION:City of Grafton\, Grafton\, 62037\, United States
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SUMMARY:Grafton Chamber Annual Christmas Dinner
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited to the Grafton Chamber Christmas Dinner Dec. 9!\nWe couldn’t be more excited to invite you to our annual Grafton Chamber of Commerce Christmas Dinner! This is going to be a special one\, folks. For the first time ever\, our wonderful friends at Aerie’s Resort are hosting us up on the bluff\, and they are rolling out the red carpet!\n\n\nMark your calendars and get ready to celebrate with us:When: Saturday\, December 9thTime: 6:00 PM (Open Bar & Mingling) | 7:00 PM (Dinner is Served)\n\nWhere: Aerie’s Resort (And in even more good news\, you’ll be able to drive your personal vehicles right up to the resort!)\n\n\nThis isn’t just any dinner. Aerie’s new head chef\, Mary Gutzler\, has crafted an absolutely delicious\, brand-new menu just for our Chamber family. We can promise that this meal will be a true foodie experience.\n\n\nGet ready for the feast:\nTo Start: A fresh salad with romaine\, cheese\, tomato\, cucumber\, and croutons (with ranch or Italian dressing)\, plus rolls and butter.\n\n\nThe Main Event (Two Entrees for Everyone!):\nPesto Mozzarella Chicken: A tender\, oven-roasted chicken breast with a fresh pesto sauce drizzle\, mozzarella cheese\, and tomato.\n\n\nStuffed Steak Rolls: Delicious marinated steak wrapped around spinach\, roasted red peppers\, and feta cheese.\n\n\nOn the Side: Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Country Style Green Beans.\n\n\nThe Grand Finale: A Full Dessert Bar with a variety of sweet treats to top off the night!\n\n\nMore than just a great meal\, this is our night. It’s the one time all year we all get to come together\, set the shop talk aside for a bit\, and just relax and enjoy each other’s company. Let’s raise a glass together to celebrate all the hard work of the year behind us and look forward to the wonderful year ahead!\n\n\nThe Details:Price: $50 per person\nIncludes: Your amazing dinner and a complimentary drink ticket (good for a bottle/draft beer\, house wine\, rail cocktail\, or a soft drink)\, compliments of Jeff & Sandy Lorton.\n\n\nReservations are required in advance. We need to give the chef a good headcount for this incredible meal\, so please be sure to book your spot online.\nReservation Deadline: End of November\n\n\n*Book Online HERE!
URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/grafton-chamber-annual-christmas-dinner/
LOCATION:Aerie’s Resort & Winery\, 14 W Main St\, Grafton\, IL\, 62037\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Reindeer are coming!
DESCRIPTION:Cambridge House of Maryville will once again be hosting Holly Leaf Farms and their Reindeer!!! \nOn December 13th from 11-12 stop in for some hot cocoa\, pictures with Santa\, and get up close and personal with the adorable Reindeer!
URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/the-reindeer-are-coming/
LOCATION:Cambridge House of Maryville\, 6960 IL-162\, Maryville\, IL\, 62062\, United States
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SUMMARY:Grafton's SantaCon Pub Crawl 2025
DESCRIPTION:Time to get your red suit ready and get in the holiday spirit — guess who’s coming to Grafton on December 13 at 3 p.m.? Santa Claus of course! Well… LOTS of Santas! Shop and barhop through Grafton Illinois with food and drink specials\, a group photo at The Loading Dock at 6 p.m.\, and lots of seasonal cheer as a multitude of Santas convene in downtown Grafton for this annual pub crawl! \n*Event is FREE!
URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/graftons-santacon-pub-crawl-2025/
LOCATION:City of Grafton\, Grafton\, 62037\, United States
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SUMMARY:Holiday Lights Night Market
DESCRIPTION:We’re hosting a festival of lights evening flea market! This time\, the night market will be a boulevard of Christmas lights\, holiday music\, and more! You’ll be able to get your picture taken with Santa at Freezed Dried Temptations\, shop til you drop in the extended hours with extra pop-up vendors\, and more! The Route 66 Kick Stand will be hosting their annual Christmas Party\, with the House Shakers playing at the bar! It’s going to be a great night\, with plenty of time to do some ALMOST last-minute holiday shopping! Visit Miscellanea House\, Musical Leathers\, Mostly Everything\, Murray’s Bazaar\, Natural Discoveries\, Sam’s Town USA\, Mary’s Markdowns\, and so many more! If you’re interested in being one of the pop-up vendors\, we’ll have open-air spaces on the boulevard as well as some enclosed spaces available (first-come\, first-served). Just follow the link below to sign up! \nhttps://forms.gle/dGKHThnCVFe9QRJWA
URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/holiday-lights-night-market/
LOCATION:Historic Route 66 Flea Market\, 3121 West Chain of Rocks Rd\, Granite City\, IL\, 62040\, United States
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SUMMARY:New Year's Eve Swim Party at Korte Rec Center
DESCRIPTION:Korte Rec Center of Highland is hosting a New Year’s Eve Swim Party Dec. 31 from 12 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.! The fun will include a beach ball drop in the pool at 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.\, games\, a bounce house\, open play in the gymnasium\, face painting\, and photos along with NYE themed mocktails for the kids! \n  \n*Members get in for free- non-member admission is $8 at the door \n  \n 
URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/new-years-eve-swim-party-at-korte-rec-center/
LOCATION:Korte Rec Center\, 1 Nagel Drive\, Highland\, 62249\, United States
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SUMMARY:Grafton New Year's Eve Fireworks 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Grafton for their annual New Year’s Eve Fireworks starting at 10 p.m. Dec. 31! The fireworks will be accompanied by live music that will continue through 1 a.m. Watch the show from anywhere in Grafton- the launch point is near the Grafton Lighthouse riverside. \nWant to stay or have drinks and eats while you watch? Enquire about New Year’s packages with restaurants\, bars\, and overnight stays in Grafton and settle in for some fun!
URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/grafton-new-years-eve-fireworks-2025/
LOCATION:City of Grafton\, Grafton\, 62037\, United States
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