Small Town Christmas Fun

Well before Thanksgiving a saw a sign along Homer Adams Pkwy advertising the Carlinville Christmas Market. I thought it looked like something fun and different to do and I knew Jonnie had a customer there, so I convinced him it was a good idea to go!  So the first Saturday of December, we packed the car to the max with Jonnie and I, Isabel, David, Alicia, Juan, and Diego to explore the small town of Carlinville!  We stopped in Staunton for lunch at Cavataio's, which was tasty! Then it was off to the Market. 

The weather was perfect! Chilly enough to remind you it was December, but mild enough to make being outside with little ones bearable!  Carlinville is a pretty tiny town, and the market and festivities were equally as tiny! The gazebo in the center of the square was charming and very reminiscent of Stars Hollow from the Gilmore Girls. However, despite the smallness of it all, we did enjoy a carriage ride around the square, a trial visit to Santa, a stroll through the craft market, and a chance to hang out and get in the Christmas spirit with friends!

Here a few pics from our day!