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Christmas Tree-Lighting Ceremony In Lincoln Park Planned For Nov. 10

Newcity is hosting the free event, which will feature face painting and crafts for kids.

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LINCOLN PARK — Newcity is hosting a tree-lighting ceremony with Santa Claus, live music and activities for kids.

The mall’s free holiday kickoff event will feature a 30-foot-tall tree and live music from the International British School Choir and the Old Town School of Folk Music’s Women’s Choir, according to a Newcity news release.

Kids will be able to talk to Santa Claus, get their faces painted, work with a balloon artist and more, according to Newcity. There will also be hot chocolate and cookies, giveaways and a chance to win prizes.

The event is 6-8 p.m. Nov. 10 at the mall, 1457 N. Halsted St. The tree will be lit at 6:30 p.m.

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Chicago AIDS Run Splitting Into Local Neighborhood Routes This Year, Giving West Siders A Chance To Participate

The event will kick off Monday with a route through Douglass Park.

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Help Clean Up Englewood Again! #TheHoodTakeover, Part 2, Is On This Weekend

Englewood resident Shamica Wilson is looking for more volunteers, cleaning supplies and donations to help clear garbage and debris off of 14 blocks along Racine Avenue. Find out how you can help.

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After Strike, University Of Illinois Hospital, Nurses Reach Tentative Contract Agreement

The contract includes hiring 160 full-time nurses to cut down caseloads, improved wages and more protective measures amid the pandemic.