'Winter on the Green' Back in January, New Day and Time

FRANKFORT, IL — Frankfort favorite Winter on the Green returns this year, with a new day and time—Saturdays from Noon until 2:00 PM. The festivities begin Saturday, January 7 from Noon until 2 p.m. and continue every Saturday on January 14, January 21, January 28, February 4 and February 11 in downtown Frankfort at Breidert Green, located at White and Kansas Streets. Refreshments will be served at each event.

• An “Ice Fest” (sponsored by the Village of Frankfort) with ice sculpture displays, ice sculpture demo, and heated trolley rides through the Historic Downtown District begin the activities on Saturday, January 7. Bring your camera for great photo ops.
• The “Winter Carnival” (co-sponsored by the Frankfort Park District) on Saturday, January 14 features, music, games, and crafts. Fun for the entire family.
• The “Winter Sports” (co-sponsored by the Frankfort Lions Club) on Saturday, January 21 provides an opportunity for families to enjoy ice bowling, snow sled rides and hockey games on the Green! A great family event!
• Taste the finest chili on Saturday, January 28 at the “Chili Cook-Off”(co-sponsored by the Frankfort Chamber of Commerce). To enter your world-famous chili, visit the Frankfort Chamber website www.frankfortchamber.com or stop in at the Village Administration Office (432 W. Nebraska) to pick up an entry form. In case of inclement weather, event will be moved to Founders Center, 140 Oak Street in Frankfort.
• It’s Super Bowl Weekend. Join the Frankfort Historic Business Association for “Super” Saver Shopping on Saturday, February 4. Enjoy discounts at downtown businesses and spin the discount wheel on the Green for extra discounts.
• Bring your Valentine sweetheart to taste chocolate fondue and peach cobbler cooked on site on the “Valentine’s Weekend” event (co-sponsored by the Rotary Club of Tinley Park-Frankfort and Frankfort Boy Scout Troop #270) scheduled for Saturday, February 14.

“The Winter on the Green series continues to be a favorite event in Frankfort. Each event is unique and offers enjoyment for all ages. ” said Mayor Jim Holland.

For more detailed information regarding each event visit the village's website at www.villageoffrankfort.com under the calendar of events.

Photo courtesy of Village of Frankfort