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Who’s Taylor Swift, Anyway? Ew! – TSwift Trivia

Lisle Public Library 777 Front Street, Lisle, United States

We bet you think about Taylor Swift, but enough to win a trivia contest about her? We bet you want to. Join us for Taylor Swift trivia and friendship bracelet making! Registration required.

Free

Squishies

Poplar Creek Public Library 1405 S. Park Avenue, Streamwood, IL, United States

Grab your favorite Squishmallow or a friend and come join us for lots of fun based around these marshmallow stuffies! Please register children only, not adults.

Free

Craftapalooza

Indian Trails Public Library - Main Branch 355 Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling, IL, United States

Get crafty and creative with this hodgepodge event. There will be an assortment of crafts available to choose from. Crafts are suited for all skill levels.

Hanukkah Winter Wonderland

NEWCITY 1457 North Halsted Street, Chicago, United States

The Chanukah Winter Wonderland" hosted by NEWCITY, Chabad Lincoln Park and Wonder City is the must-attend community celebration of the season. Enjoy an dazzling evening of indoor/outdoor fun that includes a Menorah Lighting (5:30pm), kosher Chanukah treats, winter-themed activities and crafts, face painter, DJ and more. Put on your skates and glide on Wonder Citys'...

Free

New Year’s Beach Ball Drop Pool Party

Vaughan Athletic Center 2121 W. Indian Trail, Aurora, IL, United States

Let the countdown begin – Ring in the New Year with a ceremonial New Year’s Beach Ball drop count down. Enjoy a night of water slides, a floating obstacle course, splash zones, zero entry pool, DJ, refreshments, and more.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate...

$13 – $18

Kwanzaa Celebration

Oak Park Public Library - Main Library 834 Lake Street, Oak Park, United States

Oak Park Public Library Celebrates Kwanzaa This event will showcase dance, drumming, poetry, and storytelling to honor the Black American harvest celebration. Join us in celebrating and learning about this African American cultural celebration. Hassani Cannon to Drum. Kuumba Kids Dance will perform. Local food from your favorite restaurants. Ade Adeyeme will lead the Libation...

Free

Menorah Lighting Ceremony

Metropolitan Square Metropolitan Way and Market Street, Des Plaines, United States

Rabbi Lazer Hershkovich and Chabad & F.R.E.E. of Niles are hosting a Menorah Lighting Ceremony on Monday, December 30 at 6:30 p.m. in Metropolitan Square. All are invited to attend. Free parking is available in Metropolitan Square Garage.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Hanukkah Events.

Free

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