LA GRANGE, IL – December 1, 2024 – Joy is at the center of La Grange this holiday season, as Santa and Mrs. Claus provide viewers with a sneak peek of the holiday offerings at local, independent retailers through a series of videos produced by the Village and the La Grange Business Association (LGBA).
Designed to enhance visibility for the small businesses that call La Grange their home, the “Twelve Days of Holiday Joy” short video promotion kicks off December 1, and a different retailer profile video is posted online on social media for twelve consecutive days. All 12 videos can be viewed here.
Featured shops and their video release dates are:
- Vintage Charm, Little Charm and Four Sons Mercantile – December 1
- Peak Running – December 2
- Cleo – December 3
- Jack’s West End – December 4
- JAYNE – December 5
- Blerds Underground – December 6
- Linnea Jewelers – December 7
- Whisper Me Home – December 8
- Horton’s Home Lighting – December 9
- Waterlemon – December 10
- Bloom3 – December 11
- La Grange Theater – December 12
According to the US Small Business Administration, 8 in 10 small businesses say the holiday season is vital to their success.
“Watching Santa and Mrs. Claus visit 12 of our La Grange retail shops, I’m reminded of the magic of La Grange at the holidays,” said La Grange village president Mark Kuchler. “Dedicated and innovative owners of our independent retail shops warmly welcome everyone to La Grange with unique products and exceptional customer service. Outside the shops, our downtown is adorned with thousands of sparkling lights, providing the perfect setting to shop, dine, spend time with family, and experience the joy of the season.”
Over 70,000 twinkling lights along the sidewalks add to the joy of season while shoppers stroll through downtown La Grange and the West End. Visitors can get into the spirit by taking selfie photos next to a 10ft. tall illuminated “JOY” sign installed next to fountain plaza located adjacent to the Village Hall.
Along with the virtual visits offered by “12 Days of Holiday Joy,” Santa and Mrs. Claus will make an in-person appearance during the La Grange Holiday Walk on Saturday, December 7 from 4pm – 9pm when they arrive by firetruck to light a majestic holiday tree at Village Hall and shops stay open late to host holiday open houses. The full schedule and additional details on other beloved holiday traditions can be found at https://lgba.com/hometown-holidays/
“Our shops and restaurants offer so many unique holiday experiences and attractions,” said Dan Mulka, the executive director of the La Grange Business Association. “La Grange is the place where memories are made this holiday season – and all year long.”
About La Grange
Just 13 miles from downtown Chicago, La Grange offers the best of metropolitan living with the benefits of a small-town lifestyle. Since its founding in 1879, La Grange has been ahead of the curve. Its streets and neighborhoods were carefully planned by founder Franklin D. Cossitt, and its location at the crossroads of La Grange Road, Ogden Avenue (the original Route 66) and the Metra train line – with two stops – have drawn people to the community over 140 years to live, work, and visit.
About La Grange Business Association
The La Grange Business Association is a group of over 300 businesses, services and non-profit organizations that energizes and enhances the local business climate through events, networking, and advocacy. The organization celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2023. For more information, go to https://www.lgba.com.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Christopher Comes
Lisa Ripson
Ripson Group for the Village of La Grange
(312) 493-5921 office
(312) 282-0539 mobile
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