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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

Winter Wonderland Green Screen

Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, Geneva, IL, United States

Experience the magic of our green screen and travel to a winter wonderland!

Free
Event Series Free Thursday Evenings

Free Thursday Evenings

Aurora Regional Fire Museum 53 N Broadway, Aurora, IL, United States

Celebrate the season and experience all that Aurora has to offer when visiting the Christkindlmarket. The Aurora Regional Fire Museum will offer FREE admission on Thursday evenings from 4-7pm as part of our extended hours November 17 - December 23.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free...

Free

Juggling Funny Stories

Clarendon Hills Public Library 7 N. Prospect, Clarendon Hills, IL, United States

You'll be laughing out loud as nationally known family entertainer Chris Fascione brings children's stories to life with his high-spirited and innovative performances. Full of energy, humor and imagination, Chris creates colorful characters through his unique combination of acting, storytelling, comedy, and juggling. Fun for the whole family! Sponsored by The Friends of the Library.

Free

Winter Reading Kickoff and Pajama Party

North Riverside Public Library 2400 Des Plaines Avenue, North Riverside, IL, United States

Wear your PJs and enjoy our winter themed activities! Ages 12 and under with an adult. No registration required.

Free

Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt

James S. Boan Woods 410 N. Schmidt Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Bring a flashlight to hunt down candy canes after dark! Participants will be divide into three age groups; each group has a designated time. This even will occur "rain or shine", so please arrive dressed for the weather with your own flashlight and collection bag. 

Free

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