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Calendar of Events

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18

CHICAGO, IL: Swap-O-Rama, 7am-3pm outdoors at 4200 S. Ashland Ave. Admission: adults $1.00; seniors 50¢ (708)344-7300

JANESVILLE, WI: Holiday Light Show at Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive. Runs on select dates from Nov. 28 to Jan. 3 (see website), 4:30-8:30 pm. 20 acres of gardens transformed into a dazzling winter wonderland, illuminated by over 2 million lights and filled with festive displays, hot cocoa, carolers, and holiday cheer. Admission: Adults $15 online/$18 at the gate; children 3-12, $5; 2 & under free. www.rotarybotanicalgardens.org

JANESVILLE, WI: Holiday Tree Show at Lincoln-Tallman House, 440 N. Jackson St. Runs Dec. 4-Dec. 28 (closed Christmas Day), 3-7pm weekdays & 12-4pm weekends. A magical display of trees, lights, and traditions inside the historic Lincoln-Tallman House, with sparkling trees uniquely decorated to highlight a business, nonprofit, individual, or family. Tickets: Adults $14 online/$18 at the door; Children 3-2, $5; 2 & under free. Rock County Historical Society: www.rchs.us/holiday

LA CROSSE, WI: 31st Annual Rotary Holiday Lights at Riverside Park. 5:00-10:00pm daily from Nov. 28 thru Dec. 31; Dec. 24-25: 5-9pm; Dec. 31: 5pm-1am. More than three million lights illuminate La Crosse’s Riverside Park. Enjoy this holiday tradition while driving, walking or taking a carriage ride through Riverside Park. Food contributions collected for local food pantries. See website for info: www.rotarylights.org

OSHKOSH, WI: 24th Annual Celebration of Lights at the EAA Grounds, 1858 Neunteufel Ave. Runs Nov. 28-Dec. 31, 5:30-9:00pm. 100-foot tree, over 120 trees filled with lights, sculptured scenes, animated light displays, visits with Santa, special events nights, wagon rides, and more. $20 per carload ($5 off with donation of sealed hygiene items or non-perishable in-date food donation). Free community nights. See website for info: www.oshkoshcol.org

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19

MANITOWOC, WI: Gritty Lane Eerie Eve, 3310 Calumet Ave. 6-9pm on select Fridays. Dimmed lights where you use a flashlight or miner’s light headband to search for the special deals announced at the event. FREE. Everyone gets a glow necklace or bracelet so the other shoppers can see you hunting! (920) 320-9232; Facebook/grittylane.

MANITOWOC, WI: Evergleams on Eighth, an annual display of hundreds of Aluminum Specialty Evergleam trees alongside other vintage holiday items created by Mirro Aluminum and National Tinsel Company on display throughout historic downtown Manitowoc. Nov. 29th through January 6th. www.evergleams.org

MELROSE PARK, IL: Swap-O-Rama, 7am-2pm outdoors at 4600 W. Lake St. Admission: Free (708)344-7300

SHIPSHEWANA, IND: Shipshewana’s Lights of Joy. Drive-thru experience featuring over 2 million LED Christmas lights displayed over almost 2 miles of colorful scenes, animatronics and more. Tune your car radio to their Christmas music broadcast and soak in the Christmas Spirit! Open Nov. 14-16, then Open daily Nov. 21 thru Dec 31; Closed 11/27 & 12/25. Sun-Thurs 6:00-9:00pm; Fri-Sat 6:00-10:00pm. Admission: $30 per vehicle. Season passes available. www.shipshewanalightsofjoy.com

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20

ALSIP, IL: Tri-State Swap-O-Rama, 7am-4pm indoors/outdoors at 4350 West 129th St. Admission: adults $3.00; seniors $2.00. (708)344-7300

**APPLETON, WI: Holiday Gift & Craft Show at the Fox Cities Exhibition Center, 355 W. Lawrence St. Join us this Holiday Season for a Gift & Craft Show and shop vendors who will bring you amazing vintage and handmade goods! 8am-4pm. Tickets $5.00; Children 12 & under free with adult. www.zurkopromotions.com; (715) 526-9768

BELOIT, WI: Beloit Winter Crafter & Farmers’ Market, Downtown Beloit Association, 557 E. Grand Ave. 9am-Noon (608) 365-0150

CALEDONIA, WI: 7 Mile Fair flea market. Indoor/Outdoor 9am-5pm. Admission: $3 for 12 & up; $1.00 Seniors. 2720 W. 7 Mile Rd. www.7milefair.com

CHICAGO, IL: Swap-O-Rama, 7am-4pm Indoors/Outdoors at 4200 S. Ashland Ave. Admission: adults $3.00; seniors $2.00 (708)344-7300

GREEN BAY, WI: Market on Military Indoor Winter Market at the BMO Bank Building, 201 S. Military Ave. 9am-1pm. Shop a variety of local vendors, handmade good and seasonal treats. www.militaryave.org/news/market-on-military/

JANESVILLE, WI: Winter Farmers Market at Uptown Janesville (Janesville Mall), 2500 Milton Ave. 9am-2pm. www.janesvillefarmersmarket.com

KENOSHA, WI: Kenosha Public Market’s Indoor Winter Market, Kemper Center, 6501 3rd Ave. 10am-2pm. Variety of local vendors, food trucks, full bar and SNAP market match program available. www.visitkenosha.com

MELROSE PARK, IL: Swap-O-Rama, 7am-4pm indoors/outdoors at 4600 W. Lake St. Admission Adults $3.00; Seniors $2.00. (708)344-7300

OSHKOSH, WI: Oshkosh Indoor Farmers Market, Oshkosh Arena, 1212 S. Main St. 9am-12:30pm. 50+ vendors. http://www.osfmi.com; Weather Updates: (920) 509-1830

**WAUKESHA, WI (MILWAUKEE): Wisconsin Rummage-O-Rama, Waukesha Co. Expo, 1000 Northview Rd., Waukesha Sat 9-5; Sun 9-4. Admission: $5.00; Seniors & Military $3; Children under 12 Free. FREE Parking. Shop a huge variety of quality antiques, collectibles, crafts, misc. & much more, all under 1 roof! Bargains galore & a whole lot more! 414-481-5859. Facebook: wirummageorama

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21

ALSIP, IL: Tri-State Swap-O-Rama, 7am-4pm indoors/outdoors at 4350 West 129th St. Admission: adults $3.00; seniors $2.00. (708)344-7300

CALEDONIA, WI: 7 Mile Fair flea market. Indoor/Outdoor 9am-5pm. Admission: $3 for 12 & up; $1.00 Seniors. 2720 W. 7 Mile Rd. www.7milefair.com

CHICAGO, IL: Swap-O-Rama, 7am-4pm Indoors/Outdoors at 4200 S. Ashland Ave. Admission: adults $3.00; seniors $2.00 (708)344-7300

MELROSE PARK, IL: Swap-O-Rama, 7am-4pm indoors/outdoors at 4600 W. Lake St. Admission Adults $3.00; Seniors $2.00. (708)344-7300