There’s so much to see and do in the Waukegan and Chicago area, and we’re thrilled to bring you another fun local calendar of events for December! You’ll find lots of great holiday gift shopping options and make-and-take workshops for the whole family to craft handmade presents.  From Christmas crafting, to visits with Santa, to New Years celebrations for families, we’ve got lots of festive events to enjoy.

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We all love having our furry friends and companions by our side, and we know you do, too.  That’s why we’re spending National Mutt Day celebrating our love for dogs and cats by keeping them safe with great travel gear.

Whether travel is essential like a vet visit or drive to the park for exercise, or something more fun like a day at the doggy park or doggy beach, or an outdoor camping adventure, it’s important to think about our pets safety on the road.

Keeping your pet restrained and secured during car rides is essential to their safety, ensuring they will live a long healthy life, even in the unfortunate instance an accident should occur.  A safely secured pet also ensures less distraction for the driver, avoiding serious injuries or death to you, your pet, and anyone else on the road!  Your pets will also feel far less anxious and stressed while on the go in these comfortable, stylish seats and carriers.

Pet Car Seat and Safety Travel Options

Pet Gear Signature’s Dog & Cat Car SeatCarrier, $39.99

Your pet can travel with great convenience as well as comfort in this carrier!  With a washable fleece pad cover, zipper close mesh, lots of storage, this mobile carrier is great for pets up to 20lbs.  Keeps driver free of distractions and pets will be less anxious!

(images from the Chewy website)

Pet Gear’s Travel Lite Bi-Fold Dog Car Ramp, $67.00

Let your furry pals hop on in for a road trip without the stress of being picked up.  This convenient ramp folds away for storage and carrying, and unfolds to let your pet easily exit or enter your vehicle safely.

(images from the Chewy website)

Pet Gear’s Car Booster options, about $100

Made of dense foam for comfort and security, this booster seat is perfect for your pup!  Available in multiple sizes and colorways.  Use the seatbelt built into your own car to attach the seat, and the built-in strap to secure your pets harness.  No more dogs jumping into the front seat or leaping out of the hatchback, you’ll be able to drive stress free with little distractions.

(images from the Chewy website)

Pet Gear Dog & Cat Bucket Seat Booster, about $100

Perfect for small and extra small toy dogs and similar breeds.  This bucket seat is a safe, secure, and comfortable option for your tiny dog.  They’ll be able to see out the window and satisfy their curiosity, without you being distracted by a lapdog while driving.  Includes plush pillow liner and easy-care fabric for cleaning.  Two different sizes and three color options.

(images from the Chewy website)

Orvis Hose-Off Folding Travel Crate, $129

If you have a dog who loves the great outdoors, then the Orvis Hose-Off Folding Travel Crate is for you.  It comes in two colorways, and 3 different sizes.  It boasts easy care fabric for quick cleanup, padded sherpa fleece mat liner, multiple zipper mesh panels, and rounded corners.  Secure the crate in your hatchback or car with included clips.  It collapses for easy storage when not in use. Great for hotels, campsites, and road trips!

(images from the company’s website)

The G1 Kennel from Gunner, $499.00
5 star crash tested, Lifetime Warranty
Tie-down straps and steel pins for security.
Multiple sizes and colorways.
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Ruff Land Performance Kennels Double Door Dog Crate, $369.95

Multiple Colorways, Customization options, Add-ons.

Easy to Clean, lightweight, portable.

Field tested for durability; stackable with other crates for multiple animals.

1 year comprehensive warranty

(images from the company’s website)

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Classic cares about our customers and our community, and believes in doing whatever we can to support and raise awareness for important issues.  Since today is World AIDS Day, we’ll be supporting our community with a list of local HIV/AIDS related organizations and charities, facts on HIV/AIDS and prevention measures, and a special spotlight on a potential cure.  

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Not everyone is home for the holidays. Or even home at all. Join us in helping our local veterans this holiday season. Next time you shop – think of vets in need & pick up some extras. 

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If you’re stumped for gift ideas and short on time, let us help make holiday shopping less stressful!  We’ve got great digital gift giving ideas and subscription options for car enthusiasts.

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We’re bringing you a calendar of family friendly holiday events and drive-through holiday lights in the Kenosha and Greater Chicago Area!  If you’ve got an upcoming event that our readers may be interested in, please post it in the comments section.  We’d love to share family-friendly events for inclusive festivities!

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Today is “Buy Nothing Day” and we thought it would be a fantastic opportunity to share some great DIY and Handmade options for gift giving this year!  We can do our part to upcycle, reuse, and repurpose old things into something new and beautiful, and go green for the Holiday season.

We’ve got a roundup of brilliant ideas to add a personal touch to holiday gifting using things others might toss, discard, or ignore.  We’ve also got some fun projects you can do with kids to spend some quality family time together to recover from the chaotic Thanksgiving festivities.  Let’s head into the garage for some DIY time!

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Feeling frantic with family and friends arriving soon?  Need some last minute pantry-friendly recipes?  Looking for something to entertain the kids?  We’re here to help!  We’ve got a great list of easy recipes made from pantry staples, along with activities to help keep kids entertained while you’re getting ready for guests today.

Print out the coloring pages and activities, and set up a coloring and crafting table for some easy projects that are sure to entertain younger guests as well as adults.  Check it out on today’s blog for easy holiday entertaining!

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We’ve asked our service techs and mechanics to share some of their advice on easy maintenance tips and tricks to help keep you safer on the road.  Today we’re highlighting the importance of properly inflated tires during winter weather months and cold temperatures.  Check it out!

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It’s National Espresso Day today, and we’re going to celebrate with our favourite local coffee shops and great portable gadgets for the office or your next road trip!  Go on and grab your fave cup o’ joe as you peruse our list, and let us know your faves in the comments.  We might just include your suggestion in an upcoming blog post!  And be sure to check out our picks for great portable coffee makers if you’re looking for travel-friendly holiday gifts.

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