Wilmington Library to host Christmas shopping trip to outlet mall

The Wilmington Public Library District is spreading holiday cheer with a festive bus trip to Aurora on Thursday, Dec. 17, offering participants a day of Christmas shopping, seasonal treats, and holiday fun.The trip will include visits to the Christkindlmarket in downtown Aurora and the Chicago Premium Outlets, giving travelers an opportunity to experience the sights, sounds, and flavors of the holiday season.The bus will depart from the Wilmington Public Library at 10 a.m. and return at approximately 5:30 p.m. The cost is $10 per person, which covers round-trip school bus transportation.The first stop will be Aurora’s Christkindlmarket, a traditional German-inspired Christmas market featuring festive decorations, holiday gifts, specialty foods and seasonal treats. Participants will have approximately 90 minutes to explore the market, browse vendors and enjoy the holiday atmosphere.Following the market, the group will travel to the Chicago Premium Outlets, where participants will have a