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Northwestern Illinois Farm Show - STERLING – Learn about the latest in farm equipment, ag technology and more at the annual Northwestern Illinois Farm Show, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Westwood Sports Complex & Expo Center in Sterling.
Admission is $2 – kids 12 and younger get in free.
WQAD meteorologist Terry Swails will be talking floods and tornadoes Saturday at 11 a.m.
Call the Sauk Valley Chamber of Commerce, 815-625-2400 for more information.
Ho ho in Paw Paw - PAW PAW – The annual holiday fest is this weekend.
Tonight features the lighting of the town Christmas tree, wagon rides, a gingerbread house decorating contest, craft booths and refreshments at the Paw Paw Community Center.
The craft show continues Saturday, plus there will be merchant drawings and door prizes.
Call 815-627-9404 or 630-669-9667 for more information.
Ashton Christmas festival - ASHTON – Homemade chili supper, a visit with Santa, a children’s gingerbread house contest display, popcorn, apple cider and more await shoppers at the Ashton Christmas Festival.
It’s 5:30 to 7 p.m. Saturday at the Lions Community Center and downtown Ashton.
Call 815-453-2103 for more information.
Tips for Tails - Is your tail a draggin’ after a long, cold week? Why not warm up at the Depot tonight?
Guest bartenders with cold noses but warm hearts will be taking tips for Happy Tails Animal Shelter from 7 p.m. on.
The Depot is at 214 Locust St. in downtown Sterling; call 815-625-4880 for more information.
Holiday gift and collectibles sale - PRINCETON – Stock up on Christmas memories in the making from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday at the Bureau County Fairgrounds in Princeton.
You’ll find handcrafted gifts from jewelry to toys, sports items and even gifts for your pets.
Antique Christmas decorations, collectibles and other flea market items will also be sold.
For more information, call Kathy Costerisan, 815-866-3606 after 3 p.m.
