We’re back with another fun and festive edition of our Classic Community Calendar of events!  You’ll find plenty of ideas for families, friends, and even date nights for events happening right here in the Lake County and Greater Chicago area.

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Today is National Mississippi Day, and we’re celebrating with some great places to visit in Mississippi for an unexpected winter vacation destination!  From holiday events to wonderful indoor activities, we’ve got you covered for fast and easy vacation planning.  Take yourself on a winter getaway down south for a unique and memorable road trip through these fantastic areas.

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• Telluride, Sportage, K5, Soul and Rio earn J.D. Power awards for having the highest residual value within their respective segments
• Kia is the most improved mass market brand year over year

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Today is Giving Tuesday, and we’re celebrating this charitable event by highlighting a great local organization that needs our help, as well as amazing ways to support our most vulnerable in the community.

Taking care of one another is what community is all about!  If you’ve been following our page or blog for a little while, you’ve probably heard us mention local nonprofit COOL Ministries.  We have partnered with this organization for all sorts of community giving including coat drives, food bank donations, community cookouts, and more!  We look forward to each and every one of these special events, and we find it reassuring to know that COOL Ministries provides so much support to the people of our community.  Let’s learn more about ways you can help!

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There’s nothing quite like a twinkling display of festive holiday lights and creative illuminated sculptures in the great outdoors.  Whether you’re flying solo, enjoying a romantic date night out, or a family friendly evening, nothing brightens the holiday spirits more!  Lose yourself in the magical winter wonderland of seasonal light displays with these fantastic suggestions on today’s blog.

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Today is Small Business Saturday.  As fellow business owners and local Waukegan area residents, we want to take a moment to shout out our appreciation for all of the small business owners that make our community such a vibrant, bustling, and beautiful place to live!  We encourage everyone to shop small and shop local if you’re able to do so this holiday season.

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• Kia America Recognized for Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Includion Within the Automotive Industry 

IRVINE, Calif., October 27, 2022 – Automotive News has announced the 2022 Notable Champions of Diversity award winners and included among them is Sophia Cavalli, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) & Social Responsibility Sr. Manager, at Kia America. Automotive News selected 18 executives in the industry who have demonstrated their commitment to improving diversity, equity and inclusion in the industry and in their local communities. Sophia was selected amongst those working in auto manufacturing, supply chain, marketing, retail, finance, technology and mobility.

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One of the things we love to do most when we’re not buying, selling, and leasing cars is to take our show on the road!  From road trips to vacations to visits with loved ones, we love to be on the go.  And of course, that means we need plenty of coffee to keep us going and stay awake for all those miles of highway.

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The Annual Thanksgiving Parade in Chicago is just around the corner, and we’re here to help you find the best ways to view the parade up close and personal.

This year’s annual procession will be making its way North up state street from Ida B. Well Drive to Randolph Street from 8AM through 11AM.  Today we’re covering some details on this year’s performances, when to arrive for both VIP and free access, and how to secure the best spots for viewing.

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Looking for gifts for your mechanic with a more personal touch than a box of donuts and some coffee?  Need a gift for that hard-to-shop-for car lover instead of a gift card to the local detailer?  Want something shiny and new for the race track fan in your life? We’ve got you covered on the second edition of our Gift Guide for Gearheads!  You’ll find options for every car lover, and things both great and small, yes folks that’s right our list has it all!  We’re also keeping this list “big box corporate” this time for all you last minute gifties who need items fast. Plus, all the items on this list are extremely budget friendly and under $50!

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