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Happy Holidays
Holiday Hours Thursday, Dec. 24th And Friday, Dec. 25th For Christmas And Thursday, Dec. 31st And Friday, January 1st For New Year’s
COMPUTER AND LAPTOP repair. On site or carry in. Guaranteed better, faster and less expensive than any Geek Squad. We also offer security camera systems. Visit aidaelectronics.com, 815-7650300.
ROOF LOOKING ROUGH?? Need A New Look? Call
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Little Lloyd’s Vacuums
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Reserve your spot at one of four Convenient Care locations or the Rockford Memorial Hospital Emergency Department. Fill out the online form. Wait in the comfort of your home. Arrive at your projected treatment time.
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Belvidere 1747 Henry Luckow Lane M-F: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sat: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(815) 971-3055 At Rockford Health Physicians Convenient Care, we offer care when you need it now, with quality-focused physicians, nurse practitioners, nursesand staff who provide respectful care. • No appointment necessary
Rockford 3401 N. Perryville Road
Rockford 2300 N. Rockton Avenue
Roscoe 5000 Prairie Rose Drive
M-F: 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sat-Sun: Noon to 8 p.m.
M-F: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sat: 8 a.m. to noon
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(815) 971-8000
(815) 971-2572
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• Extended day, evening and weekend hours • Most major insurances accepted, along with cash, checks and Visa/MasterCard
Kelly Wolf Broker www.kellyswolfpack.com
Look who just Moved with The Pack...Alicia & John Sanford were thrilled to sell their home for 95% of list price with us! Thinking of buying/selling...call us today!
815-914-1685 7177 Crimson Ridge Rockford, IL 61107
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Visit www.boonecountyshopper.com to view auction listings for our participating auctioneers. Auction listings are updated weekly.
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AUCTION January 1st, 2016 • 9 AM
Quality Antiques & Collectibles! Location: Paulson Ag. Museum
6910 Belvidere Rd., Argyle (1/2 Mile South Of Rt. 173) INDOOR HEATED FACILITY LUNCH SERVED BY SPARE TIME FOR COMPLETE LISTING & PICTURES LOG ON TO AUCTIONZIP.COM Belvidere’s one & only indoor auction house! Phone: 815-544-0249 TERMS: Cash/check only. No Buyer’s Premium. All items to be removed the day of the sale. Early bidding for absentee bids must have appointment, otherwise early viewing 7 AM day of sale. All items sold “as is”.
WOODY’S AUCTION SERVICE Auctioneer: Kris Bryan, IL License # 441.000970
Move with The Pack RISE AND SHINE DAY CARE home has immediate full and part time openings. Conveniently located in Capron, near Poplar Grove, Caledonia, Candlewick Lake, Harvard and Belvidere. 24 years experience, reasonable rates, educational and fun activities, 1st shift openings. Licensed and CPR certified. Licensed assistants. YWCA subsidy welcome. www.risen-shinedaycare.net. Call Barb 815-569-2262. NEED PAINTING? Interior and exterior. Local family owned. Call All About Painting, 815-975-9692. PERSONAL WANT AD Deadline: No later than noon on Tuesdays, for Thursday publication. Must be paid in advance (cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover). Call The Boone County Shopper at 815-5442166 or visit our website at www. boonecountyshopper.com OWNER OPERATORS wanted. Paid all miles. No touch freight. Many operating discounts. Family run business for 75 years. Many bonuses and good home time. Direct deposit paid weekly. Call 800-533-0564 ext.205. (MCN) $14.99 SATELLITE TV. Includes free installation. High speed internet for less than $.50 a day. Low cost guarantee. Ask about our FREE IPAD with Dish Network. Call today 1-855-331-6646 (Not available in NE) (MCN)
• Medical • Surgical • Dental • X-rays • Day Care Services Available • Lab
Full Service Grooming With April Recoy
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Introductory Offer Buy 1 Meal, Get 2nd Meal
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We Need Your Help To Keep... BOONE COUNTY SAFE!
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779-552-8474 √ 603 S. State St., Belvidere
815-547-7867
SNOWBLOWERS STILL AVAILABLE ON SALE STARTING AT $359.99 * While Supplies Last
SCHEDULE YOUR SNOWBLOWER TUNE UP & REPAIR WE SERVICE ALL MAKES & MODELS
PICK UP & DELIVERY AVAILABLE
R.J. DANIELS FUEL & TIRE 8094 Fairgrounds Rd., Belvidere, IL 61008 • 815-544-2118 HOURS :Mon - Fri 7 AM - 5 PM • Sat 7 AM - Noon • Sun Closed
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Best Holiday Wishes! From all of us at
Belvidere Physical Therapy and
Poplar Grove Physical Therapy Belvidere Physical Therapy
Poplar Grove Physical Therapy
1686 Henry Luckow Ln. Belvidere 815-547-4777
13524 Julie Drive Poplar Grove 815-765-1155
Open Monday - Friday. By appointment only. A part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute Network
www.ostipt.com
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It’s Almost Christmas! Wishing all of our friends and neighbors, a picture-perfect holiday season, with our thanks for your trust & goodwill.
CHRISTMAS WISHES ....with hopes that the season brings you together with friends & family from near & far. Thanks for doing business with us.
Dave & Sheryl Rickabaugh Denise Arevalo Tyler Sanford Bernie Craig Bruce Schoon Pat Freeman Ed Vail Faith Hummer Donovan Vant Matt Runyan
BELVIDERE
Ace Is The Place With The Helpful Hardware Folks!
CORNER MEADOW & MAIN • 815-544-9888 HOLIDAY HOURS: Dec. 24th, 7 AM - Noon • Closed Dec. 25th-27th Reopening Dec. 28th • Dec. 31st, 7 AM - 3 PM • Jan. 1st, Closed
Joyous
NOEL
With our thanks for your business this past year. HUB BA
205 Cadillac Ct., Suite #4 Belvidere, IL 61008 (815) 547-0011
Greetings!
Merry Christmas! Erin,Sherry & Tamie
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402 S. State St.
Corner of State & Pleasant www.rainbowintl.com
815-877-4543 7920 Forest Hills Rd. Loves Park, IL
815-547-4969
May the spirit of Christmas be always at your door, just as you are always welcome at ours. Merry Christmas, everyone.
Ron Wait
HARDWARE
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It’s that time of season, snow and all. Be sure to be careful, don’t slip and fall. But if that should happen, you know we’ll be there. Warm, friendly therapists, providing excellent care.
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Happy Holidays!
HEARTFE G N I D LT N E S
SwedishAmerican Medical Center/Belvidere
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Let The Boone County Shopper Be Your Business Card Designer & Printer BELVIDERE FUNERAL HOME INC. 203 Logan Ave Belvidere, IL 61008
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Matthew L. Branom Vice President - Sales
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CHRISTMAS 32 WINNERS $350 CASH
ALPINE BANK 1st - KATELYN VENTURA, 10 Cherry Valley 2nd - ABIGAIL YERK, 7 Belvidere ASHTON DIERCKS, 10 Loves Park
FAMILY OPTICAL CENTRE 1st - WILL KOLOCH, 12 Belvidere 2nd - JOHNATHON ROMERO, 8 Belvidere
Total Given Away
BLACKHAWK BANK 1st - TALLORY WENDELL, 11 Belvidere 2nd - SIENNA CORCORAN, 8 Belvidere
Your participating Boone County businesses wish to STACIA ANLIKER, 6 thank all of the children who entered the Christmas Belvidere Coloring Contest. The 32 winners are listed in this ad. BELVIDERE REHAB & All prizes are cash. The Grand Prize Winner ($100) SPORTS MEDICINE and 1st Runner-Up ($50) will claim the cash prizes at the Boone County Shopper. All other prizes are to be 1st - JADYN VAIL, 11 Belvidere claimed at the store where the prize was won. First 2nd - ANNA LARSON, 9 place is $10 and second place is $5. Poplar Grove
DIEGO MARTINEZ, 10 Belvidere
ABIGAIL LAWS, 10 Belvidere
HERITAGE WOODS OF BELVIDERE 1st - KAITLYN FISCHBACH, 10 Poplar Grove
GRAND PRIZE WINNER ALEXA THOMASON
2nd - DAVID SCHOENWOLF, 8 Poplar Grove
Age: 12 Poplar Grove Winning Entry Turned In At : J&D COUNTRYSIDE MARATHON
GRACE RESSLER, 8 Belvidere
J&D COUNTRYSIDE MARATHON 1st - ALLISON REID, 11 Belvidere 2nd - JACKIE RUDER, 9 Belvidere ARIANA HAUBOLD, 6 Woodstock
ROCK RIVER VALLEY BLOOD CENTER 1st - ABIGAIL STONE, 9 Belvidere 2nd - LAILA WASHINGTON, 6 Belvidere
JOHN MORRISSEY ACCOUNTANTS 1st - CAMRYN DIERCKS, 7 Loves Park 2nd - LILLY DAWSON, 11 Caledonia EMILY THORNTON, 9 Belvidere
STYLEHOUSE FURNITURE 1st - JADEYN WARD, 11 Belvidere 2nd - JOJO ANDERSON, 8 Poplar Grove KILEY MARTIN, 7 Belvidere
1ST RUNNER UP
UNION SAVINGS BANK
GRACE HULSTEDT Age: 10, Belvidere Winning Entry Turned In At : ROCK RIVER VALLEY BLOOD CENTER
1st - KAITLYN NEUBERT, 8 Elgin 2nd - AIDAN WASHBURN, 8 Belvidere
DYLAN GITTLESON, 7 Belvidere
ISABEL DRELLA, 9 Belvidere
Celebrate The Magic Of The Season
Advanced
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May you & your family have a Merry Christmas and a Joyous New Year! We’re thankful for your support & friendship since 1981!
Free Estimates Insured
Wishing you and your family much peace, love and joy during this festive time of year.
M & R Custom Millwork, Inc. Celebrating 35 Years! Mark & Renita 815-547-8549 mrcustommillwork.com
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from your friends at
PHILLIPS Merry Christmas! Heating/Air/Vent Service
815-547-6995
Dr. Thomas J. Ferrara &
A s s o c i a t e s
familyopticalcentre.com
Dr. Sarah Gregg Dr. Norbert Kulpinski Dr. Eric D. Coy
Two Convenient Locations: 304 North State Street BELVIDERE 815.544.3431 Inside Schnucks on E.State ROCKFORD 815.397.2020
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Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men
Merry Christmas From Our Family To Yours Closed Christmas Eve at Noon & Christmas Day Closed New Year’s Eve at Noon & New Year’s Day
Swim Lessons
Sign up for Swim Lessons: Jump start your summer fun! Get the kids ready for water fun and safety! Lessons beginning as young as 6 months old.
Luke 2:14
In the spirit of this holy season, we’d like to join you and your family in giving thanks to the Lord for the many blessings we are fortunate to receive, including the friendship and support of neighbors like you.
Winter Basketball League 3rd & 4th Gr. Co-Ed, 5th & 6th Gr. Girls, 5th & 6th Gr. Boys, 7th & 8th Gr. Boys, High School Boys REGISTRATION: Now - Jan. 7th PRACTICE BEGINS: Week of Jan. 11th GAMES BEGIN: Saturday, Jan. 23rd COACHES MTG.: Saturday, Jan. 9th at YMCA 3rd/4th Grade 9 AM, 5th/6th Grade 10:30 AM, 7th/8th Grade & High School 12:30 PM. All special requests due to ride sharing, etc. will be considered but not guaranteed. The YMCA will be accepting both team & individual sign ups in all leagues except High School which is team registration only. Limit of 10 players/team (except High School). Anyone registering after Jan. 7th will pay an extra $5/person or $25/team. The YMCA must approve the coach if registering as a team. If you are registering as a team, please pay together. The full amount must be paid at registration.
Fee: Member - $70 • Non-Member - $110 • Team - $650
With heartfelt gratitude and best wishes from all of us for a joyous and deeply satisfying Christmas.
Belvidere Family
YMCA
220 W. LOCUST ST., BELVIDERE
(815) 547-5307 belviderefamilyymca.org
O Holy Night - and -
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A string of good tidings to you and yours at Christmastime! We hope your season is delightful in every single way. Your friendship and patronage mean a lot to us, and we look forward to serving you again in 2016. We’d like to wish all of our friends, neighbors, customers & associates a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
KLServices,
LLC
Kerry & Kris Lee 815-509-0558
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas around here and that means it’s time to offer our best wishes to our neighbors, customers, associates and friends. We appreciate your giving us so much to celebrate this holiday season.
Susie’s Garden Patch 10258 U.S. 20, Garden Prairie
815-597-3011 www.susiesgardenpatch.com
We Pray That This Holy Season Will Bring Peace To One And All As We Celebrate His Birth. Fred, Marlene & Ric Brereton
Serving Belvidere/Boone County Since 1950
brereton inc. 527 South State Street, Belvidere, IL 61008 - HEALTH INSURANCE www.Breretons.com • 815-544-3180 Fred.Brereton@InsProAgencies.com “Your Future Is Our Concern Today”
It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year!
And you’re the most wonderful bunch of neighbors we could ever hope for.
Merry Christmas And Many Thanks From Our Whole Team!
PANAMA PANAMA TAXI 779-772-5835 www.panamataxi.com
ALL THE BEST To the best bunch of neighbors anyone could ask for! Thanks!
MERRY CHRISTMAS & many thanks for your friendship & goodwill.
4730 Squaw Prairie Rd., Belvidere
815-544-9495
Etc.
815-544-2800 923 Logan Ave., Belvidere
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In This Season Of
Christmas ...we wish you peace, warmth & many blessings. We’re honored to serve you & are deeply grateful for your trust in us.
Merry Christmas
& Happy New Year! Butch Rosecke & His Entire Team 596 N. Appleton Rd. Belvidere
815-544-0800
www.mrgoodwater.com
Patrick Stephen Diann
Jeffrey
218 W. Hurlbut Ave., Belvidere • 815-544-2616 www.AndersonFCS.com
Season’s Greetings
Many thanks for your generous support all year long.
SILVER BELLS, SILVER BELLS, Soon it will be Christmas Day, and we’d like to chime in with our best wishes and gratitude!
www.allenheatcool.com In this holiday season we gratefully thank our friends and customers for their business and loyalty and wish all a very happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.
Merry Christmas
BOONE COUNTY AUTO BODY, INC.
Complete Collision Repair 516 WHITNEY BLVD. BELVIDERE
815-547-7575
STUMPF’S Electrical David Stumpf • 815-978-5956
DECK
the
HALLS!
Holiday spirits are building, and we hope you have a wonderful time with family and friends this season. Thank you for your continued support.
Jim & Virginia Pearson
PEARSON
Custom Woodworking
Garden Prairie • 815-558-6123
Wishes Warm & Bright
We Wish You Peace, Warmth And Many Blessings.
It’s been a privilege and a pleasure serving you. Have a great holiday!
F MARKET MARKET II E ES ST TA A
Karl Johnson 400 Chrysler Dr. Belvidere
Boone County Board - District 2 Paid For By Karl Johnson, 10500 Saddle Path Rd., Belvidere
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A s Christmas grows near we’re all aglow,
When we recall the good folks that we know. We’d like to say, “thanks” at this time so bright, Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night.
112 Leonard Ct., Belvidere, IL 815-544-2166
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May the sounds of the season fill you with peace and joy. Holiday Hours December 24th - Christmas Eve December 25th - Christmas Day December 31st - New Year’s Eve January 1st - New Year’s Day
w w w.bankalpine.co m
Closed at Noon Closed Closed at 5pm Closed
815-398-6500
Member FDIC
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Jolly. Happy. Magical. Here’s hoping the holiday season brings all of your wishes to life! We thank you for your business, and wish you all the best this Christmas LON & SPA SA
5643 E. State St. Rockford
F UZION studios
815-484-9624
Let it glow! Let it glow! Let it glow! Soon it will be Christmas and we’re all aglow Thinking of all the good folk that we knowFor your support and goodwill too, We’re really grateful to each one of you So to all of you who have stopped by here We thank you for lighting up our year!
1740 S. State St., Belvidere, IL • www.rrvbc.org
May Your Holiday Jingle All The Way
Cleaners Sale!
E L A S T E P R CA SHOP &
Your Full Service Design & Remodeling Center
Premium Carpet Choices Merry, bright and filled with good cheer, we hope this Christmas makes your heart sing with joy!
Find the perfect floor covering for every room in your home with our professional design service and expert installation.
Dr. Danielle Anderson, CVSMT
C&H
cacia Chiropractic & Acupuncture P.C.
* Chiropractic * Acupuncture * Facial Rejuvenation * Animal Chiropractic
COMPARE
HURRY! Sale Ends 1-31-16
FREE ESTIMATES
Gwen Brooks, Agent GwenBrooksInsurance.com
815-544-6633
5995 E. Chrysler Dr., Belvidere (Corner Of Rte 20/Genoa Rd.)
Warmest Wishes on Christmas and throughout the New Year!
Design Center & Creative Flooring
6506 Logan Ave., Belvidere
815-519-3686
www.chbuildersinc.com • (815) 547-8453
Chris, Michelle, Colin & Makenzie Courier Paid for by the Courier Family.
Merry Christmas From Your Friends At Dickerson & Nieman Realtors. Boone County’s Largest & Finest Real Estate Source.
CHRISTMAS BLESSINGS To Our Friends & Neighbors
Wishing you an old-fashioned Christmas in the company of loved ones, good fortune and peace. Thanks for your support and friendship.
Jane Eurek 815-544-8217
Kim Cooley 815-544-8212
Aggie Fay 815-979-2160
Donna Leone 815-544-8208
Chris Oysti 815-544-8218
Christi Steines 815-509-9585
Manager
Cordray Brothers, Inc.
7200 Epworth Rd., Garden Prairie
1255 Logan Ave. • Belvidere • 815-544-3530 • dickersonnieman.com
815-544-6640
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Schmidt S chmidt Tree Service
Merry Christmas!
• Tree Trimming & Removal • Stump Grinding • Brush Pile Removal • Road Rock • Dirt Free Estimates Fully Insured
815-544-4259 Owners: Dave & Kris Schmidt
MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR! From
Friday, Jan. 1st; Saturday, Jan. 2nd; & Sunday, Jan. 3rd; 9 AM - 5:30 PM
STATE REPRESENTATIVE JOE SOSNOWSKI 815-547-3436 305 AMPHITHEATER, ROCKFORD 61107 SOSNOWSKI@ILHOUSEGOP.ORG WWW.JOESOSNOWSKI.ORG
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149,900
$
Debbie Carlson REALTOR=Broker, GRI
We Wish You a Merr y Christmas & a Happy New Year
800-962-2277
Thanks for doing business with us!
www.lkqpickyourpart.com 601 Harrison Ave., Rockford
Inc.
1560 N. STATE, BELVIDERE
815-544-4445
SELL or BUY
Call 815-544-2166 or stop at
BOONE COUNTY SHOPPER
Crosby Starck Real Estate 815-544-8848 Debshomes@aol.com 323 South State Belvidere, IL 61008
FRE
ESTIMATE ES!
112 Leonard Court, Belvidere
A member of the franchise system of BHH Affiliates, LLC
A Christmas Heart For Joyce Fowler Brockman Dear Santa: Can you please help us make our truest Christmas wish come true? We don’t want anything for Christmas except our Grandma to get a new heart. Can you have your elves go to www.gofundme.com/acmasheart4joyce and help us bless her with our wish for her. Thanks Santa!
With Hope - Serenity, Shance, Jadyn, Jace, Rayley & Cali Jo Brockman
Congratulations On Your Pinning, Ava! Our Healthcare System Is Better Now That You Are A Nurse!
• Full Landscaping • Fall Clean Up • Snow Removal Locally Owned & Operated, Belvidere, IL
An Independent Firm
Sue Appleby, CFP® President Investment Management Consultant
Securities Offered Through
Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC
175 Cadillac Court, #1, Belvidere 815-544-9564 Fax: 815-219-7722 sue.appleby@raymondjames.com
We’re dashing through the snow to say, have a happy holiday! May all of your wishes come true this season.
Thank You!
Merry Christmas From All Of Us At
BELVIDERE MOOSE LODGE #295
575 Beloit Rd., Belvidere
For All Your Physical Therapy Needs.
BELVIDERE REHAB & SPORTS MEDICINE 1255 Logan Ave., Belvidere, IL 61008 • 815-547-4733 • www.BRSPT.com
Christmas Eve 8 AM - 12 PM Christmas Day Closed
New Year’s Eve 8 AM - 3 PM New Year’s Day Closed
1725 S. State St., Belvidere fnbil.com 800.990.5713 Member FDIC
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Happy Holidays from all of us at State Street Animal Clinic
Three Cheers To You!
May Your Days Be Merry & Bright! With gratitude in our hearts, we bid you a most joyous & memorable holiday season. We know we will never forget the goodwill and friendship you’ve shown us. Noel!
Steve Cadie Automotive 321 N. State St., Belvidere • 815-544-6631
At This Season Of Giving-
Our very best wishes for a simply delightful Holiday Season .
Miss Mari’s Preschool 815-544-3867 815-544-2679
Wishing you & yours much joy & laughter, at Christmastime & forever, after!
HALF PRICE HEATING & AIR 779-772-0117
Wishing you and yours more happiness than ever before at Christmastime. We hope the season has many special blessings in store for you. Thanks for keeping us company this year. It’s been a pleasure doing business with you, and we hope to see you again soon!
(815) 544-5000
HAPPY HOLIDAYS
O’BRIEN’S DOWNTOWN 216 So. State St. Belvidere, IL 815-544-3433
3335 Business Rt. 20 Belvidere 815-544-0751
Hope It’s Doubly Happy
1444 North State St. Belvidere
SNYDER DRUG STORE
Sherry Aardsma, DVM Dan Lendman, DVM Chris Lendman, DVM Bob Loeding, DVM Sarah Sapp, DVM
With thanks for your valued business.
chan gsalon es
We’d like to give you our well wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season. We feel deeply honored to have your friendship and trust. Thanks!
May the coming year bring peace and joy to you and your family.
From Your Friends At Belvidere Township
You’re On Our List... of good folks we want to thank this year.
Merry Christmas Uncle John’s Restaurant
Peace & Joy Wishing you every happiness this holiday season. Taft Insurance Agency
207 S. State St., Belvidere
1053 Logan Ave., Belvidere 815-547-4000
815-547-7400
taftinsuranceagency.com
Season’s Greetings
We thank you for your valued business, and wish you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
IRENE AUCTION COMPANY
Holiday Hours: Holiday
Christmas Eve 8-1 Christmas Day Closed New Year’s Eve 8-3 New Year’s Day Closed
Kenneth Freeman, Owner 815-509-1222, 815-289-7904
LICENSE NUMBER: 441.002085
Pat, P at, Cathy & Terri
Catch the Spirit! The holiday spirit is in the air, and we’re so grateful to share it with good friends like you. Thanks for choosing us. Serving you has been a pleasure, and we really appreciate your patronage. We wish you a very Merry Christmas, topped with a happy and healthy New Year!
Merry Christmas From Chicago Floorcovering Association
“2013 Retailer OF THE YEAR”
Peace. Faith. Love. At this time of great joy and celebration, we hope the blessings of family, friendship and fellowship surround you.
We are grateful for the opportunity to serve you and we look forward to seeing you again soon. Merry Christmas to you and yours!
1474 N. State Street Belvidere
1484 N. State St. Belvidere
815-544-7777
815-544-4200
www.bravospizza.com
www.garrysflooring.com
R.J. DANIELS FUEL & TIRE 8094 FAIRGROUNDS RD., BELVIDERE, IL
815-544-2118
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With Best Wishes At The Holidays
As we celebrate the birth of our Lord, let us give special thanks for the blessings shown us. Best wishes for a joyous Noel to one and all. Deb, Loretta, Jeanne, Rita, Vickie, Michel & Phyllis 1467 McKinley Ave., Belvidere, IL
815-544-9898
John H. Maville, Karla M. Maville & Tricia L. Smith, Attorneys Visit us at mavillelaw.com or call (815) 544-3165
SELL or BUY Merry Christmas!
Call 815-544-2166 or stop at
BOONE COUNTY SHOPPER 112 Leonard Court, Belvidere
Happy Holidays From All of Us At
CHRISTMAS
Wishing Our Clients & Neighbors Peace & Joy At This Special Time Of Year. We Thank You For Choosing Us & Look Forward To Your Continued Friendship.
Jeff Sawallisch & Family
815-544-4993
www.JALAWN.com
HOPE IT’S
MERRY
We hope your holiday is merry in every way. Best wishes & thanks for your patronage.
The American Legion
Duraclean
MERRY
900 Chrysler Dr. 815-547-7216
“The Cleaning & Restoration Experts”
815-544-9244
Merry Christmas At this special time of year, please accept our sincere wishes for a holiday that’s deeply satisfying from start to finish.
Dodge Machine Inc. 815-544-0967
Merry Christmas
In this season so merry and bright, It fills us all with much delight To extend warm wishes and gratitude, To each and every one of you!
From Your Friends At
DIXON AUTO SALES 1348 Fairgrounds Rd. 815-975-9546
MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR!
“The Original since 1964”
Warm Holiday Wishes
4452 Squaw Prairie Road, Belvidere, IL 61008 tel: 815.547.6377 • fax: 815.547.3857 www.maplecrestcare.com
815-544-4247
402 Buchanan St., Belvidere CALL FOR WINTER SPECIALS
Hope Your Christmas Is The Cat’s Meow!
HOLIDAY GREETINGS Wishing you and yours much good fortune this holiday season and beyond. We’re truly grateful for your support and look forward to serving you again, soon!
Greetings of the Season Peace, Joy, Love May all your prayers be answered this holiday season. Thank you so much for brightening our year with your visits.
Hauffe, White & Associates Accounting & Tax Service
1455 McKinley Ave., Belvidere 107-109 N. State Street, Belvidere 815-544-0299 • Complete Pet Center & Grooming
815-547-5890
Specializing In Rehabilitation
www.northwoodscare.com
2250 Pearl St., Belvidere, IL
(815) 544-0358
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Happy Holidays From Our Place To Yours! We appreciate your visits this year and look forward to seeing you soon. Belvidere 240 West Chrysler Drive 1313 North State Street
2020 N. State, Belvidere • 815-544-5323
Season’s Greetings Wishing you an old-fashioned holiday filled with memories you’ll treasure always. Many thanks for your loyal patronage.
A. R. Henninger Agency Income Tax Service
13511 Harvest Way • Poplar Grove 815-765-0904
MITZIE’S HOURS: Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri. 9 AM - 5 PM Saturday 8 AM - Noon BOB’S HOURS: Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri., Sat. 6 AM - 10 AM
At Christmas, there’s no place we’d rather be Than here at home with all of thee For there are no folks that we like more Than the ones who come through our front door!
Hometown Furnishings
Danndi Storage
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
H ome for the H olidays MERRY CHRISTMAS & MANY THANKS FOR YOUR KIND PATRONAGE.
from
STATE STREET BARBER SHOP 1322 S. State St., Belvidere • 815-547-8650
May Your Holiday Be Wrapped In Peace BELVIDERE CEMETERY ASSOCIATION
As we celebrate the message of that very first Noel, we wish you and your family exceeding great joy this holiday season.
1121 N. MAIN STREET BELVIDERE, IL 61008
We feel both honored and blessed to serve people like you!
(815) 547-7642
D E LI V E R I N G
227 7th Street • Rockford • 815-962-8877
OU R B EST ! No matter where you’re headed this holiday season, please know that our best wishes are with you all the way.
General & Specialized Trucking • Flatbed • Step Decks
The Henninger Family
EXQUISITE BRICK FOR RENT: 4 bedrooms. 3 bathrooms, huge living room, 2 fireplaces, sliders to deck, 2.5 car garage. 815-871-4642.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! www.gallano.com
815-332-2484
118 Buchanan St., Belvidere 815-544-4522
STUDIO APARTMENT: newly refurbished in Belvidere. No pets. Call 309-838-8518. FOR SALE BY OWNER: Brick ranch duplex in Belvidere. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath each with stove and refrigerator. Separate basements with washer/dryer hookups and rec room. Shared 2 car garage with openers, fenced yard, good neighborhood. One unit recently refurbished with paint, new bathroom and new carpet. No realtors please. 815-289-6154 FOR RENT: 1 and 2 bedroom apartments in Belvidere starting at $550 a month. Call 815-5442862.
Merry Christmas! We hope all of the traditions that make Christmas merry & bright are a part of your holiday season.
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Mike, Peggy, Jordan Paulson and Bundy
ACE HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING, INC. 881 Ivy Oaks Drive Caledonia 815-885-2967
740 West Locust St., Belvidere • 815-547-1011 To My Clients, And Happy New Year!
Piano Tuning
A-1 DONATE YOUR CAR For Breast Cancer! Help United Breast Foundation education, prevention, & support programs. Fast free pickup - 24 Hr response - Tax deduction 855-403-0213
HAPPY
HOLLY DAYS! As another year comes to a close, we want to let you know how very much we enjoyed serving you and wish you all a very joyous and wonderful holiday season.
Wishing Peace And Goodwill To All Mankind
The The
Brick
Cafe and Gallery
478 S. State St., Poplar Grove 815-765-2426
David Hanson 815-708-5312
totally unique coffee bar featuring original food and art Often imitated, never duplicated.
615 S. State, Belvidere
AT&T U-Verse Internet starting at $15/ month or TV & Internet starting at $49/ month for 12 months with 1-year agreement. Call 1-800-336-4165 to learn more.
FOR RENT: 3 bedroom, basement, detached garage. $825/month, security and references. 807 Allen Street. 815378-6314 HOME FOR RENT: Beautiful, cozy, 3 bedroom, 2 bath in Candlewick Lake, Poplar Grove. $1,000/month, deposit is needed as well. Please call 815-544-7720. EXECUTIVE HOME RENTAL: 5 bedrooms, 3.5 car garage, 3 bathrooms, finished lower level, dining, living, family rooms, storage. Bring mom! 815-8714642. LINDENWOOD APARTMENTS: Large 2 bedroom, 1 bath, central air, dishwasher, clean, quiet building. $675/month. Call 815547-5732 FOR RENT: 2 bedroom apartment. Stove, refrigerator, new paint, security cameras. No dogs. $600-$675/month plus deposit and references, 815-540-3295. WANTS TO PURCHASE minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201
Happy Holidays Here’s hoping your Christmas is sheer purr-fection! It’s been great having you as our customer.
Kris Bryan
Wooden-It-Be-Nice Refinishing & Antiques Also
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To all our “best” friends, both the four-legged and human variety, we wish all the blessings of this very special time of year. We thank you for your friendship & support.
Merry Christmas, Sherry Hendrickson & Pharon Banwart To all of those who have lost their four-legged friends this past year, please accept our condolences & know that they are missed by us as well.
936 Logan Ave., Belvidere • 815-544-0525
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CLOSED at NOON on DEC. 24th & 2PM on DEC. 31st CLOSED DEC. 25th & JAN. 1st
Ho-Ho-Hope It’s Happy!
Judd
Warmest Wishes for a Mo\ ÂŻOOeG +oOiGa\ 6easoQ From your Friends at
We’re all revved up to wish you a merry Christmas powered by faith, family, friendship and joy. Big thanks to all of our valued customers for your trust in us. Merry Christmas, everyone!
Having customers like you fill us up ... with cheer! We really appreciate your stopping here.
COUNTRYSIDE AUTOMOTIVE
J & D Oil, I nc., Be lvid e re
4209 Menge Ln., Poplar Grove
815-765-3996
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Merry Christmas! And
2141 N. State Street t #FMWJEFSF *- t
J & D Countr ys id e M a r a th on Pop la r Gr ove
Kenny
We’d like to deliver greetings for a very Merry Christmas to all our neighbors & friends. Thanks folks!
Ken’s Kustom Cleanup 815-547-9132
It’s a Wrap!
As we put the finishing touches on another year, we’d like to send our best and brightest holiday wishes to you. Thanks for giving us so many reasons to celebrate!
Christmas Wishes
May all the beauty of this wondrous season fill your heart with peace & joy
joy to the world
Lyle & Patti Lee Lee Auction Service 815-988-0249
- And many thanks to all of you this holiday season. It’s been a privilege and a joy serving you.
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
BELVIDERE FUNERAL HOME
Colin Jensen Director
suite 5 175 cadillac ct belvidere, il
Corner of Logan Ave. & Whitney Blvd. 815-544-2121 815.544.6629
Peace On Earth From Your Friends At The Belvidere Township Assessor’s Office
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Wishing You Every Happiness This Holiday Season May your home be blessed with happiness, your business with good fortune, and your family with good health this holiday season.
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We consider it a privilege and honor to serve you, and thank you sincerely for choosing us.
815-226-1444 1947 N. Lyford, Rockford flanders@flandersinsurance.com
...And many thanks to you, our neighbors and friends at this special time of year.
Merry Christmas! ting a v xca ’s E
d Cha & Landscaping
Chad Harbison COMMERCIAL RESIDENTIAL • FARM
847•561•0849
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Happy Holidays Y’all ...From City Hall ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENT
SEWER DEPARTMENT
From All Of Us, Have A Merry Christmas (Feliz Navidad)
STREET DEPARTMENT
WATER DEPARTMENT
FIRE DEPARTMENT
POLICE DEPARTMENT
St. John’s United Church Of Christ 401 N. Main St., Belvidere, IL • 815-544-3773
Christmas Eve Service
Thursday, December 24th, 5 PM
Worship With Holy Communion Rev. Muriel Morley Jahn
MIRROR IMAGE WEDDING Photography Christmas Special: $100 off any package or free photographic album with booking. 815-262-1978.
CARD SHOWER
T C II PET GROOMING Weekly hours, call for an appointment. Professional groomer, 22 years experience. Garden Prairie. 815-597-1610. GET HELP NOW! One Button Senior Medical Alert. Falls, Fires & Emergencies happen. 24/7 Protection. Only $14.99/mo. 1-888-840-7541 (MCN)
Ida DiMario
The Family of Bruce Stennerson would like to thank the community for their thoughtful prayers and many acts of kindness during Bruce’s hospitalization, rehab, and passing. Your prayers for us and with us are in Jesus’ name and we trust God’s good and gracious will. May God guide us all forward as we look to Christmas and the New Year.
for
She will be celebrating her
100th Birthday on January 1st Please send your cards to: Northwoods Care Centre 2250 Pearl St. Belvidere, IL 61008
Jen Stennerson, Brad Ayre and Family, Brian Ayre, and Roger Stennerson
CT’s Hobbies
Comics, Cards, Games, Toys & More Monday Casual Magic 6-9 PM Wednesday Dungeons & Dragons 6 PM Thursday Force Of Will 6 PM Friday Magic Tournament 6:30 PM Saturday Yu-Gi-Oh Tournament 1 PM Saturday Modern Magic Tournament 6:30 PM Sunday Pokemon Tournament 1 PM
508 S. State St., Belvidere • 815-323-0098 Mon.-Thurs. 12 PM-7 PM; Fri. 12 PM-8 PM; Sat. 12 PM-8 PM; Sun. 12 PM-6 PM
Thank You For Helping Us Help Others! Helping Hands Network would like to thank all those who helped our fundraiser in conjunction with Dan Holmes Christmas Concert/Toys for Tots to be a wonderful success. Special thanks to Dan, Dave, Lyn, Cindy, Bruce & Karry, those who donated a basket, baked and sent cookies, gave a monetary donation & who volunteered their time during the wonderful performance of Christmas music & song.
You truly are Christ to Others,
Helping Hands Network
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PUBLIC INVITED
AN EAT OU C LY
Happy Holidays
This Sunday 8-11 AM
T BUFFE
Tro p i c a l Oasis
See You At Christmas In July!
R e st a u r a nt & Ba r
& Thanks to Our Veterans
VFW Post 1461 Veterans of Foreign Wars
SUNDAY BUFFET BREAKFAST
As we reflect on the blessings for which we are most grateful at Christmastime, our freedom and those who protect it are at the top of our list. To the brave men and women of our military, go our sincere thanks, respect and best wishes for a great holiday. We salute your service and your sacrifice.
Eggs Cooked To Order & Scrambled Eggs • Ham Biscuits & Gravy • Potatoes • Sausage (Links & Patties) French Toast • Pancakes • Applesauce • Fruit Cocktail Milk • Juice • Coffee Donation: Adults $8, Children Under 12 $4
1310 W. Lincoln, Belvidere
Flavors For The Month Of Dec. & Jan. Apple Cider & Hot Chocolate Floats!
Veterans Assistance Commission Of Boone County 130 S. State St., Suite 212, Belvidere, IL www.VACBC.org Email: VACBoone@VACBC.org
11122 STAT I ON ST. GA R D E N P R A I R I E ( 8 7 7 ) 4 6 2-2 6 7 1 (Inside Paradise Park) Open To The Public
Tropical Oasis Catering Let us cater your next event with delicious menu options.
Starting at $8.49/person For inquiries and reservations, call
815-328-8644
210 & 212 N. State Street, Belvidere
With joy in our hearts,
ff 20% O ! rs Senio
Birthday Parties For 10 = $85 Includes 1 Scoop Of Ice Cream & $3 Bag of Candy $10 Each Additional Child. Call 815-543-0832 Bring A Picture Of A Veteran For Our Veteran Wall! Winter Hours: Mon., Weds., Thur., Fri. 2-8 PM Closed Sun. & Tues.
105 Buchanan Street, Belvidere
we extend our warm wishes to you and your family for a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year. We appreciate your continued loyal support.
DRIVERS EDGE
We’re overflowing with gratitude this holiday season, And good folks like you are the reason That we’d like to lift our glasses and say, We wish you the merriest holiday!
DRIVING SCHOOL
Tim Austin & Staff 1455 McKinley Ave., Belvidere
815-547-1770
Here’s wishing all of our patients and their families a season that’s merry and bright. We consider it a privilege to serve you and thank you for entrusting us with your dental care.
BUCHANAN STREET PUB
Happy Holidays!
Curt Degner, D.D.S.
111 Buchanan St., Belvidere
Family Dentistry 502 Logan Avenue
815-547-1012 Sun. - Tues. 11 AM - 2 AM, Weds. - Sat. 6 AM - 2 AM
With best wishes from all of us wherever you go this holiday season. It’s been a privilege and a pleasure serving you this year, and we hope you’ll drop in again soon.
815-547-7240
Happy Holidays
Happy Holiday Wishes To All Our Wonderful Customers! We’ve Enjoyed Serving You.
With our thanks for your valued patronage at this special time of year. It’s been both a privilege & a pleasure serving you.
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Bob Schmidt 815-262-6789
The Walker Agency 1676 Henry Luckow Ln., Belvidere 815-547-6341 • belvidereinsurance.com
Locally owned & operated by Gail & Larry Spoden FURNITURE
Celebrations Made Easy!
315 S. State St. • Belvidere • 815-547-6672
Happy Holidays! Just a note of thanks for your loyal patronage this past year!
Hair
Kenlyn Gail
Salon
Nancy Carol Claudette
1115 Old Beloit Rd., Belvidere (Across From NAPA Auto Parts)
815-544-7171
BEEF, CHICKEN & PASTA
4 lbs. beef, 12 beef bread, 24 pc. chicken, pan of mostaccioli, 8 garlic bread & 1/2 pan of salad........................$144.99
PIZZA PARTY 10 - 16” 1 topping pizzas.......................................................$129.99 PASTA PARTY 4 -1/2 pans spaghetti, mostaccioli or lasagna (mix or match), 8 garlic bread & 1/2 pan of salad..............................................................$99.99 CHICKEN PARTY 48 pc. fried chicken, 8 garlic bread, full pan of mostaccioli & 1/2 pan of salad........................................................................................$104.99 (Each package feeds approximately 20-25 people)
PRE-ORDER CHRISTMAS DINNER
9.99/pp
$
Choose either a turkey or ham dinner with mashed potatoes & gravy, stuffing, vegetables and bread. Also available, a slice of pumpkin pie for $2.50, or you can have pumpkin praline, $3.00.
CHICKEN VESUVIO Min. 10 People........................................................$8.99/pp Please order by 12-21-15. CHICKEN CACCIATORE Min. 10 People.............................................$8.99/pp Pick up or delivery 11AM-1PM on 12-25-15 BEEF BY THE POUND Min. 5 lbs., includes bread..............................$9.99/lb. OPEN CHRISTMAS EVE 11 AM - 9 PM • OPEN CHRISTMAS DAY FOR CATERING ONLY 1925 Union Ave., Belvidere Choose from
DiCello’s Pizza * Italian Beef * Gyros Chicago Style Hot Dogs
DINE IN • CARRYOUT • DELIVERY
by Pacemaker Foods
View our full menu at www.dicellospizza.com HOURS: Sun.-Thurs. 11 AM-11 PM, Fri.-Sat. 11 AM-1 AM DINING ROOM CLOSES ONE HOUR BEFORE CLOSING
815-544-4700
Tax & Delivery Extra We Deliver To Cherry Valley, Capron, Belvidere, Poplar Grove, Caledonia, Garden Prairie & Rockford (limited)
our current catered party specials or customize your own.
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Boone County Shopper - Belvidere, Illinois - December 24, 2015
MERRY CHRISTMAS! From Your Friends At Alan Browne Chevrolet 2015 Chevy Malibu 1LT
2015 Chevy Silverado 4X4 LT 2015 Chevy Impala LTZ
#9303, Sunroof, Conv. Pkg., MSRP $26985
DECEMBER TAG PRICE
$
22926*
IT’S AS EASY AS ABC!
2002 Subaru Impreza WR-X
2004 Ford F150 XL Ext. Cab
Wgn., Lthr., S/R, Loaded, AWD, Low Mi.
V8, Great Shape & Value! Runs Awesome
NOW $6999* #4953CC
NOW $6999* #9439A
WAS 8999
WAS 8999 $
$
2005 Chevy Malibu LT
#9353, Sunroof, Navigation, Comfort & Conv. Pkg., MSRP $40890
#9593, Dbl. Z71, Midnight Edition, MSRP $46790
DECEMBER TAG PRICE
$
40933*
DECEMBER TAG PRICE
IT’S AS EASY AS ABC!
2012 Kia Rio 4 Door
35685*
$
IT’S AS EASY AS ABC!
2003 Mercedes E320
2005 Jeep Liberty LTD 4x4
Great MPG, All Pwr., Only 57K Orig. Mi.
34 MPG, All Pwr. Acc., Auto, Extra Clean
Premium, Luxury Sedan, V6, Lthr., S/R
Leather, Loaded, Low Miles, V6, Clean
NOW $8999* #9302A
NOW $9950* #6035A
NOW $9950* #5015C
NOW $10900* #5084A
2012 Chevy Cruze 2LT
2012 Chrysler 200 Touring
WAS 10999 $
WAS 11950 $
WAS 11950 $
WAS $12900
Catch A G re at De a l! AN BROWNE AL 2009 Honda Accord LX-P
2013 Chevy Impala LT
Alloys, Keyless, All Pwr. Incl. Seat!
V6, Factory Wnty., All Pwr., Runs Great
NOW $11900* #9196A
NOW $13900* #4658A
WAS 13995 $
2014 Jeep Patriot Sport
WAS 15995 $
2014 VW Jetta Sedan
Factory Wnty., All Pwr. Acc., 37K Miles
Leather, 36MPG, Fact. Wnty., Great Value
NOW $15900* #5077B
NOW $15900* #5044A
WAS $17900
2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD
Diesel, 4x4 SLE, Crew Cab Long Box, Full Pwr. WAS 20995 $
WAS $17900
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NOW $13900* #6002A
2010 Chevy Traverse LT AWD
Max $51.49. Does not apply to shop charges or tax. Exp.12-31-15.
KEITH VAVRA’S FEATURE OF THE WEEK!
2014 Hyundai Sonata GLS WAS 20900 $
NOW $18900* #5036A
WAS 15900 $
10% OFF Par ts And Labor
Auto, 34 MPG, All Pwr., Bal. Wnty., 25K Mi.
NOW $18900* #9541B
Leather, 61K Mi., Bal. Of Powertrain Wnty.
VROLET
2015 CHEVY EQUINOX
All Pwr., 32 MPG, Clean, Low Miles WAS $16995
NOW $14900* #4548A
2012 Chevy Colorado LT
Very Nice, Great Value, 3rd Row Seats
Ext.Cab, 4X4, Rare Truck In Great Shape!
NOW $16900* #6029A
NOW $17900* #6000A
WAS $19900
2013 Dodge Charger SE
WAS $19900
2015 Ford Fusion SE
Auto, V6, All Pwr., Great Deal! Call Today
Loaded, Bal. Of Factory Wnty., 34 MPG
NOW $19900* #4976A
NOW $20900* #5008A
WAS 21995 $
WAS $22995
#9474, FWD, 1LT, Conv. Package MSRP $27805 2004 Dodge Ram 2500
Quad Cam, SLT, 4x4, V8, Lots of Towing Pwr. WAS $23900
NOW $20900* #6032A
2014 Chrysler T&C Touring Lthr., V6, Loaded, Stow-n-Go Seating WAS $25900
2010 Cadillac CTS4
Prem. Pkg., Loaded, Clean, AWD, NAV, S/R WAS 23900 $
NOW $21900* #9183A
2015 Chevy Traverse LS
All Pwr. Acc., V6, 5500 Mi., Bal. Of Wnty.
NOW 23900 #5060A $
*
WAS 30900 $
NOW 28900 $
*
#9562A
DECEMBER TAG PRICE
$22994
2012 Ford Expedition XLT EL
4x4, All Pwr Acc! 3rd Row Seats, Sunroof WAS $31900
NOW 29900 $
2014 Chevy Impala 2LT
*
*
#5047A
2015 Chevy Equinox 1LT
Lthr., V6, Loaded, Low Mi., 5yr/100K Wnty.
FWD, All Pwr Acc., My-Link, 5yr/100K Wnty
NOW $22900* #5031B
NOW $23900* #5087A
2011 GMC Yukon Denali
2014 Chevy Silverado 2LT
2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV
WAS 33900
WAS 34900
WAS $40900
WAS 25900 $
AWD, Loaded, DVD, Nav., Capt’s Chairs $
NOW 31900 $
*
#4737B
Crew Cab, 4X4, All Pwr., Leather, 5.3L V8 $
NOW 32900 $
*
#6001A
WAS $25900
AWD, Loaded, DVD, NAV, S/R, Clean!
NOW $38900*#5016A
ALAN BROWNE CHEVROLET AN BROWNE L A CHE
VROLET
“It’s As Easy As ABC” Taking Care Of Customers Since 1958 Chevys4Less.com
On Rt. 23 In Genoa • 815-784-2511 www.chevys4less.com Hours: Monday - Thursday 9 am - 7 pm • Friday 9 am - 6 pm • Saturday 9 am - 3 pm
*Plus tax, title, license & doc. All Offers Expire 12-31-2015