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Date: 11/2/2026
Subject: WSI Christmas Party - December 15, 2026
From: The West Suburban Irish



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Griffin Museum of Science and Industry

Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light

Opens Nov. 7, 2026

The annual Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light features more than 50 trees and displays, each lovingly decorated by community volunteers who share family and cultural traditions drawing on their global heritage.  This beloved annual exhibit started in 1942 as one tree to represent unity during World War II and has since turned into an engaging winter wonderland. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience that brings a whole world of holiday joy under one roof.

Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light opens Nov. 7, 2026 and is included in General Admission.

Picture of the Ireland Christmas Tree
650 Irish Christmas Tree

Save the Date
West Suburban Irish
Christmas Party - December 15, 2026
Gather your WSI family and get ready for a holly-jolly evening filled with Irish cheer, festive craic, and plenty of Christmas spirit! The annual West Suburban Irish Christmas Party is the perfect time to raise a glass, share a laugh, and celebrate the season with friends old and new. After all, there's no place like home for the holidays, especially when you're surrounded by your Irish family!
When: Tuesday, December 15 from 6:00p-10:00p
Where: Naperville VFW
(908 Jackson Ave, Naperville, IL 60540)

Cash Bar:
One drink ticket will be provided with registration. All other drinks are from the cash bar.
Break Out Your Ugliest Christmas Sweater!
Think you've got the most outrageous, over-the-top, holly-jolly sweater this side of the Emerald Isle? Wear it proudly and enter our Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest! Bring your festive flair, show off your holiday fashion faux pas, and get ready for some merry competition and plenty of laughs.
'Tis the Season for Giving!
We're keeping the spirit of generosity alive with our annual Toys for Tots collection. Please bring a new, unwrapped toy to help put a little extra magic under the tree for children in need and make Christmas brighter for local families.
So, don your holiday cheer, gather your lads and lassies, and RSVP today! Let's make merry, celebrate our WSI traditions, and toast to a season filled with Fun. Friendship. Service.
May your days be merry, your hearts be light, and your pints be full!

Sláinte agus Nollaig Shona! Cheers and Merry Christmas!


 



West Suburban Irish's Mission Activities:

Mass in Honor of St. Patrick, Emerald Dinner Fundraiser, St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Trip to Ireland Raffle, Naperville Irish Fest, Irish Pub Crawl, Service Award, Charitable Contributions, Monthly Quiz Night, Monthly Irish Trad Music, Nora Moran Marovich Award, Irish Scarfs and more.


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West Suburban Irish, Inc.
P.O. Box 0602
Naperville, IL 60566-0602
630-457-1943