Good morning, Aurora.

Mariano’s is holding a hiring event Thursday from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at all 40 stores in the Chicago area, offering walk-in interviews for management, full-time, and part-time roles to meet holiday shopping demands (locations include Aurora and surrounding suburbs).

Hot Cocoa with Anna & Elsa

1:30-2:15 p.m. — Blackberry Farm — $15 — Enjoy a magical hot cocoa party with Anna and Elsa, including sing-alongs and photo ops.

Mini Christmas Tree Workshop

10:30-11:30 a.m. — The Growing Place Garden Center — $40 — Create your own tabletop-sized Christmas tree arrangement with fresh winter greens and embellishments.

Dennis O'Brien's Christmas Show

7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Venue — $25-$30 — Experience a high-spirited musical celebration with classic covers and holiday tunes to kick off the season.

The Polar Express Movie Screening

10 a.m. — Paramount Theatre — $1 at the door — Experience a magical journey to the North Pole with a heartwarming holiday classic.

Million Dollar Quartet

7 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the legendary jam session featuring Elvis, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins.

Million Dollar Quartet

1-2 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Various prices — Experience the excitement of the legendary jam session featuring Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins.

New Year’s Eve Celebration with Montez de Durango

7-10 p.m. — La Sierra de Aurora — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy festive Mexican regional tunes from the popular Banda Dorado Show to ring in the New Year.