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Merry and Bright: A Victorian Christmas

Downers Grove Museum 831 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL, United States

Get in the holiday spirit here at the Downers Grove Museum! We invite you and your whole family to learn about Victorian Christmas traditions, tour the holiday decorated Victorian Blodgett House and visit with Santa. Stroll the park on a luminary walk, view holiday trees decorated by the community and warm up around a campfire...

Free
Event Series Winter Wonderland

Winter Wonderland

Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak Park, IL, United States

From December 7th to 11th, Wonder Works will transform into a Winter Wonderland. Two special friends will be available for hugs and pictures: the Winter Princess and Ursa the Wonder Polar Bear. Story time will be winter themed and we will feature a variety of stations and play materials celebrating the magic of snow and...

Included in general admission

Chanukah at Candycopia

Candycopia 717 Lake Street, Oak Park, United States

In partnership with Temple Har Zion, join us in celebrating Chanukah with candle lighting, a Chanukah story, and of course, some candy!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Hanukkah Events.

Free
Event Series Paws in the Park

Paws in the Park

Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL, United States

Calling all dog lovers! Get ready for some tail-wagging fun. Starting on June 5, we’re thrilled to announce that Mondays will be designated as “Paws in the Park Days” (excluding holidays like Labor Day and Indigenous People’s Day). So, grab your four-legged companion, hop in the car, and get ready for some Barks and Recreation...

Event Series Winter Wonderland

Winter Wonderland

Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak Park, IL, United States

From December 7th to 11th, Wonder Works will transform into a Winter Wonderland. Two special friends will be available for hugs and pictures: the Winter Princess and Ursa the Wonder Polar Bear. Story time will be winter themed and we will feature a variety of stations and play materials celebrating the magic of snow and...

Included in general admission

Hanukkah Hangout

Glen Ellyn Public Library 400 Duane Street, Glen Ellyn

Celebrate the Festival of Lights with a story from 5-5:30 pm. Then, learn how to play the classic Hanukkah game of dreidel. Twenty name tags (children only). For grades 3-5.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Hanukkah Events.

Free
Event Series Family Game Night

Family Game Night

Nichols Library 200 W. Jefferson Ave, Naperville, IL, United States

Whether your family prefers board games, card games, or anything in between, we've got something everyone will enjoy! Games vary from session to session. Caregiver participation is required. Limit 50 participants. No registration is required. Participants will be admitted on a first-come, first-served basis.

Included in general admission

Taylor Swift Night

Elmwood Park Public Library 1 Conti Parkway, Elmwood Park, IL, United States

...Are you ready for it? Celebrate Taylor Swift's birthday with a listening party, crafts and snacks! Make the friendship bracelets, paint your own mirrorball, dress up as your favorite Era and have fun being a Swiftie with fans just like you! Registration Required.

Free

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