Rockton-Roscoe News: Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025

Roscoe’s Hometown Holiday, Whisk & Spoon

Rockton-Roscoe News: Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025
The Christmas Grinch toil a break with Bentley, Sadie and Isaac during Hometown Holidays in Roscoe, which happens again today.

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  • Because of Roscoe’s Hometown Holiday celebration today, Main Street will be closed from Bridge Street to Harrison Street between 1 and 8 p.m.
New bakery business in Roscoe offers a feast for the eyes and the tastebuds
“My goal has always been to own my own bakery and expand our menu.”

Today’s events

Mistletoe Market at Roscoe Middle School
Sat, Dec 13, 2025, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Roscoe Middle School, 6121 Elevator Rd, Roscoe, IL 61073
Hometown Holiday & Merry Market
Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, 3 - 7 p.m., Main Street, Roscoe, IL 61073

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