The 37th “Festival of the Gnomes” frolics into town Saturday, December 7 at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park Theatre. This family tradition features a 90-minute live, indoor show (1:00 pm and 3:30 pm). Journey with the all-age cast as they tell of the “wee” folk’s good works for man and nature, while outsmarting the Snotgurgle troll. After the show, children are invited onto the stage to meet the gnomes in person and draw their own gnome to take home. Don’t miss this last chance to win a beloved a gnome doll created by Sue Shetina. She’s retiring from doll-making after 25 years, so don’t miss this year’s doll raffle! Visit the "gnomemade" gift shop filled with treasures as little as 25¢! First year? Get your gnome cap here! Returning? Don’t forget your free tassel sewn on by the Grandma Gnomes. Tassels tell of the years each person has been coming to the fest. Enjoy the spirited live flute music filling the lobby. Doors open at 12:00 noon. Tickets for all ages are $5 (cash or check only). Reserve early: (815) 724-3760 or bipark@jolietcity.org.
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