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 (Updated 12/11/09) Though decorators chosen for this book are devoted enthusiasts who decorate annually, unforeseen circumstances may arise that prevent them from decorating as described in the book. To avoid disappointing drives to specific locations, variations on the stories that have changed are listed below. Updates P. 15, No. 1: Due to budget cuts, the city tree is a single 48-foot tree donated by a family in Palos Heights. Lovely for the price and otherwise. P. 26, No. 18: The windows this year tell the tale of a child's Christmas letter and it's journey to the North Pole. P. 35, No. 2: Dominic spent the entire summer creating a new addition to the display he has continued in his dad's honor--a Christmas house complete with an animated Santa, handmade decorations and Christmas music. Way to go, Dominic! P. 38, No. 8: Charlie's on Webster has unfortunately closed. P. 50-1, No. 22: See the Phillips well-crafted display at their new home at 7130 W. Schreiber and receive a bonus viewing their daughter's lovely decorations right across the street. P. 66-7, No. 4: If you want to see great use of LEDs and real artistry in displaying a variety of decorations, here's the house to see. Great job, Danny! P. 71-2, No. 9: LiPomis were unable to get their candy cane factory out this year. P. 78, No. 19: Due to an unfortunate fire, the Schumacher home and display are no longer the same, but all the Schumacher's are safe. P. 78-9, No. 20: Carl's gone LED on his big tree, and it's a sight to behold. Stay for awhile and watch the colors change, then marvel at Carl's craftsmanship. P. 81, No. 24: See the Burghgraef display at it's new location 1303 S. Robert Drive in Mt. Prospect. P. 87-8, No. 2: Sadly, Art passed away earlier this year. His red and green display brightened many lives over the years and was truly a reflection of a dear and loving man. P. 89-90, No. 5: The Duski's will not be displaying their elaborate decorations this year. Let's hope for next year. We will surely miss the glitter! P. 90, No. 7: Al's elaborate display understandably was too difficult for his family to continue. Thank you for all the wonderful years of enjoyment. Another very dear man who loved decorating for others and did it so well. P. 91-2, No. 8: The "Lake Wonderland Winter Festival" in Des Plaines takes place the 1st weekend in December, and Lake Park is lit on the 1st Saturday in December. See www.desplainesparks.org. P. 92-3, No. 9: Bill and Pop-Up Santa and all the lights have moved to 1622 N. Clarence in Arlington Heights. Though a larger front yard may inspire Bill to expand his display in future seasons, he didn't add any more this year not wanting to shock his new neighbors. P. 95-6, No. 14: Not nearly as much as usual, but check out the house around the corner on Lance... you'll never see a more well-decorated antennae. P. 103-4, No. 26: Rosemont is lighting up early this year on Dec. 6. P. 105, No. 29: John is not decorating this year, due to an injury. We will miss your magnficent show and look forward to next year. P. 119-120, No. 20: Just when you thought Rick couldn't add another thing... he's surprised us again with the addition of a 24-foot computerized megatree with 4,800 lights. P. 127, No. 10: It's an odd-numbered year, so the Flam family is at it again. More decorations are added to the tree everyday, so Christmas Eve is best for viewing their creation. P. 138, No. 9: An idea is usually indicated with a lightbulb above the head. With Rick's ideas, it's hundred of lightbulbs on his house, and he has several new ones this year. P. 153-4, No. 9: They lost all their trees to the Emerald Ash Borer, but you wouldn't know anything is missing this Christmas season. And while you are out this way... visit 545 Franklin Dr. for the best Santa chair ever and 270 Longview Dr. for a great homemade Grinch display. P. 177-8, No. 2: It just keeps getting brighter and better, and the snowflakes have almost sold out. P. 182-4, No. 9: The Sawallisch family has gone LED and full-throttle. |
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