Once the fog cleared, the views in the City of Kankakee were beautiful. It did not take a full snowfall to create a beautiful winter scene in Kankakee.

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The City of Kankakee celebrated the start of the Holiday Season with the 12th Annual Lion Wreathing at the Kankakee Public Library. Mayor Wells-Armstrong chose two children through a drawing in the KPL, then headed out to wreath Readmore and Seemore the lions. The Kankakee High School Drumline escorted the crowd to the Kankakee Depot for the official Tree Lighting. The evening was a great way to usher in the season and also included a visit from Santa Claus, carols sung by the Kankakee High School choir, and cookies and hot chocolate in the Depot!

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Mayor Wells-Armstrong visited Kankakee Trinity Academy’s Elementary School students (Pre-K to 5th Grade) on December 5, 2018. Mayor shared with the students that she is an avid reader and has been since she was a little girl. She encouraged all the children to read as much as they can to help them in school and life. Mayor Wells-Armstrong enjoys these times with children and encourages her Kankakee schools to reach out to schedule times for her to come visit! You can always go to the City of Kankakee website to submit an “Invite the Mayor” form, or call Mayor Wells-Armstrong’s office during regular business hours to schedule.

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City Council, December 3rd 2018: Grace Christian Academy's Student Council lead the pledge for City Council. Scott Snavely, Market President at Midland States Bank, presented the Kankakee Police Department with a check and letter for their exceptional work in late October.

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Hippocrates Medical Clinic Ribbon Cutting

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Asbury of Kankakee Supportive Living programs is part of the Illinois Supportive Living Program. This program is designed to promote independence, dignity, respect and well-being for residents in a cost-effective manner. The Court Street facility finished Phase I of their renovations and had their Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on October 24th.

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Friends and family gathered around Autumn as they celebrated the work that she has put into her space at the Majestic Theater in Downtown Kankakee. Nirvana by Autumn is a boutique spa that offers a variety of invigorating services. Each service provided by Autumn is designed to fit your personal needs. Some of her popular services include; customized facials and Brazilian waxes.

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City Council, October 1, 2018: Members of MBS Childcare Center and youth from Open Bible Center lead the pledge for City Council. Deputy Chief Willie Hunt introduced new Patrolman, Daniel L. Deckard to City Council, and Kankakee Police Department (KPD) was presented with their accreditation through the State of Illinois accreditation program ILEAP. City A group of undergraduate Social Work students from Trinity Christian College attended City Council as a part of their studies of policy in social work.

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Nichelle Smith presents an Educational Gift awarded to Hazibeth Morales on behalf of Mayor Chasity Wells-Armstrong.

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Ribbon Cutting Farmer's Market Bike Station

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Free Christmas Day Dinner

Free Christmas Day Dinner for You and Yours provided by Christmas Day, Inc.

Enjoy food, family and friends on Tuesday, December 25, 2018

Nine Locations! Choose the one closest to your home. Serving from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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Dec 15th

Mingle with the Mayor

9:00 am - 10:30 am

Papi's Pizza Buffet

Please consider joining us to ask questions, share ideas, and get to know your Mayor. We hope to see you there!

Dec 15th

12th Annual Christmas Giveaway Extravaganza

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Safe Haven Aroma Park, IL

Children must be present at the event Please contact events@gopyouthcenter.org or 815.933.2493 for more information Visit www.gopyouthcenter.org for

Dec 15th

Still I Rise Winter Outerwear Giveaway

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Kankakee Public Library - 4th Floor | 201 East Merchant Street

Outerwear & Clothing Giveaway Hats - Gloves - Coats - Pajamas - Sweaters - Jeans - Shoes, etc.

Dec 15th

Winter Wonderland Christmas Show

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Ice Valley Centre | 1601 River Road, Kankakee IL

Join us for our Christmas Show on Saturday, December 15 at 4:00 pm. Performances by the figure skating students of the Learn to Skate program at Ice Valley

Dec 15th

It’s a Wonderful Life 2018

7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

The Majestic 150 N. Schuyler Ave. | Kankakee, IL

This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters

Dec 16th

It’s a Wonderful Life 2018

12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

The Majestic 150 N. Schuyler Ave. | Kankakee, IL

This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters

Dec 20th

Mayor Holiday Greeting with WVLI

3:30 pm - 4:00 pm

WVLI -- 292 N. Convert Bourbonnais

Dec 25th

Happy Holidays From The City Of Kankakee

12:00 am - 11:00 pm

City offices will be closed Monday 12/24 and Tuesday 12/25.

Dec 25th

Free Christmas Day Dinner

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Multiple Locations

Free Christmas Day Dinner for You and Yours provided by Christmas Day, Inc. Enjoy food, family and friends on Tuesday, December 25, 2018 Nine Locations!

Dec 25th

Comida Gratis el Dia De Navidad para usted y su familia

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

9 Localizaciones!

Comida Gratis el Dia De Navidad para usted y su familia proporcionado por Christmas Day, Inc.

Dec 27th

Kankakee Chats

7:30 pm - 8:10 pm

Enjoy Kankakee Chats, a place you can watch live video with Mayor Chasity Wells-Armstrong submit questions during the video feed.

Dec 31st

Kids New Year's Eve Party

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Ice Valley Centre | 1601 River Road, Kankakee IL

Count down 2018 with us at Ice Valley Centre on Monday, December 31, 1-3 pm! Playing the best songs of 2018, skate the afternoon away under the cosmic lights.