Nov 17 – 18  Christmas on Vinegar Hill.  Come and shop and browse at Mt. Pulaski’s annual Christmas on Vinegar Hill celebration.  Citywide displays, homes, schools, churches and businesses, crafts and food.  Plan on spending the day and join in on all the holiday cheer.  Saturday from 8 AM – 5 PM and Sunday from 12 PM – 4 PM.  For more information, please call 217-792-5698.

Nov 24  Pride of the Prairie Folk Art and Craft Show.  Kick off your holiday shopping here!  The Lincoln Park District proudly presents this annual event, featuring area artists and crafters bringing together a collection of their finest artisans and craftsmen.  The doors will open at 8 AM and close at 4 PM.  For more information, call 217-732-8770.

Dec 1  Elkhart Christmas in the Chapel. Details coming soon! Contact Gillette Ransom at 217-947-2238.

Dec 1  Postville Courthouse Christmas Open House.  Postville Courthouse, State Historic Site, will be hosting a Christmas Open House from 12 PM to 4 PM at 914 Fifth Street in Lincoln on December 1, 2007.  Lincoln practiced law at this location when he rode the 8^th Judicial Circuit.  Take a step back in time and enjoy the decorations of the holiday season, Abraham Lincoln style.  Travel through Postville and reminisce about an era not forgotten.  An Abraham Lincoln impersonator will greet you as you arrive.  Period music by the Postville Express.  Abraham Lincoln stayed with his friend, Illinois State Senator Maldon Jones, when Abe was circuit riding from Springfield to Charleston.  Lincoln’s favorite chair was the rocker that will be on display at Postville Courthouse for this special event.  Jones’ great, great grandson, Doug Mullikin and his wife, will be present to visit with guests.  Enjoy the prairie pumpkin cake and fruit punch.  This event is free and open to the public.  Donations are accepted.  For more information, please call 217-735-4977 or 217-737-0979.