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Wildlife in Winter

Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E. Romeo Rd, Romeoville, IL, United States

Do all birds fly south for the winter? Which animals hibernate? How many are still active in the cold? Learn about how different animal species react to the winter weather and what you can do to help them out! This is a drop-in program; stop by any time between noon and 3 p.m.  

Free
Event Series Downtown Holiday Trolley

Downtown Holiday Trolley

Downtown Aurora Aurora, IL, United States

New this year to coincide with Christkindlmarket at RiverEdge Park, Aurora Downtown will feature a Downtown Holiday Trolley on Saturdays from noon to 3:30 p.m. from November 19 to December 17. The trolley, generously sponsored by Invest Aurora, will make four stops while making a loop through downtown Aurora, beginning and ending at Aurora Transportation...

Free

Holiday Cookie Walk

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

Sure to satisfy any sweet tooth! Attendees will receive a commemorative souvenir sweets bag with a map touring Downtown Naperville shops and restaurants.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Holiday Walks.

Sled Dog Meet and Greet

Woodridge Public Library 3 Plaza Dr, Woodridge, IL, United States

REGISTER IN ADVANCE Some very special & friendly sled dogs would like to meet you! During the event you can: Meet the dogs up close Hear Siberian Huskies' fun facts Visit with dogs & handlers Pet the dogs Take photos PLUS: All Ages Siberian Husky Trivia Fun kid-friendly activities Include Paw Print Scavenger Hunt &...

Free
Event Series Santa at the Gazebo

Santa at the Gazebo

Downtown Aurora Aurora, IL, United States

First two Saturdays in December at Millennium Plaza from 1 to 3 p.m. Take a photo with Santa Claus! Photos will be available for digital download after the event.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places to See Santa.

Free

Celebrate the Season Holiday Festival

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

Families and children of all ages are invited to Cantigny Park to โ€œCelebrate the Season.โ€   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places to See Santa.

free with parking fee
Event Series Create A Gem Tree

Create A Gem Tree

Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art 1220 Kensington Road, Oak Brook, IL, United States

Join In A Twist artists to learn how to make beautiful small trees using gemstones and wire. If you can count, you can join! The artists work with all ages to make these beautiful trees to take home. They never need water and make a great gift.

$20
Event Series Among the Leaves So Green

Among the Leaves So Green

Kline Creek Farm 1N600 County Farm Road, West Chicago, IL, United States

Step back into winter holiday traditions of the 1890s as you tour the farmhouse decked out in all its splendor with antique ornaments, piney boughs, holly, and more. Learn about the importance of โ€œplantingโ€ the tree and sprucing up in winter. Help decorate the farm by stringing popcorn and twisting greenery, and join staff around...

Free

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