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Diwali Celebration: Make your own Rangoli

Indian Trails Public Library - Indian Trails Branch 99 E. Palatine Road, Suite A, Prospect Heights, IL, United States

Ages 12 and older. With Diwali approaching, discover the art of creating Rangoli – a traditional folk-art technique featuring intricate geometric and floral patterns originating in the Indian subcontinent. We’ll craft Rangoli using canvas and acrylic pens. Materials provided. Limit: 12. Free tickets distributed 15 minutes before the program.

Free
Event Series Winterfest Art Market

Winterfest Art Market

Downtown Batavia

Fine artists and artisans selling. handmade, vintage, and repurposed items will be featured throughout 150 First Street, Water Street Studios, and Hearth & Hammer. The event will have drinks, food, and live entertainment throughout the weekend. Join us for workshops throughout the weekend at Water Street Studios! Visit Winterfest Classes for more information and registration...

Free

Game On

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

We're celebrating International Games Month with a full day of programs celebrating all things gaming. Play games from around the world, join in a few rounds of Bingo, test your knowledge of classic video game trivia, and more!

Animation Celebration

Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

Are you an animation fan? Do you want to learn more about hand-drawn, computer based, 3-D animation? JOIN US for a day dedicated to celebrating the art of animation with 2 film screenings of the best, new animation from around the world! And stick around for ANIMATION STATIONS, included with your movie or Museum ticket!...

$12

Howliday Parade

River Bend Community Park (St Charles) Courier & Geneva Aves, St Charles, IL, United States

Ho, Ho, Ho. Merry Woofmas! Bring your festive furry friend out for the ulti-mutt winter event! Enjoy activities with onsite doggie vendors while leisurely walking along a 1/2 mile trail. Dress up in your holiday best to participate in the costume contest. Remember your camera for pictures with Santa Claus! Puppuccinos for pooches & a...

$5

Fox Valley Reading Council Family Reading Day

Santori Library (Aurora) 101 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United States

Join us for storytime fun as stories from celebrated Illinois authors are shared. The Fox Valley Reading Council will share goodie bags and other prizes.

Free

Family Event: Native American Heritage Month

Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

Did you know that Chicago is home to one of the largest urban Indigenous populations in the US, with more than 65,000 Native Americans living in the metropolitan area? Join us to celebrate the city’s vibrant Native communities and a history that spans centuries. Included with general admission; RSVP not required.

Included in general admission

Arts Showcase

Gary Morava Recreation Center 110 W Camp McDonald Road, Prospect Heights, IL, United States

Get a head start with your holiday shopping... -CRAFT/VENDOR FAIR -KIDS HOLIDAY SHOPPING BOUTIQUE -SILENT AUCTION ...and enjoy the -COMPETITION DANCE TEAM PERFORMANCES 110 W CAMP MCDONALD ROAD, PROSPECT HEIGHTS IL 60070 | 847.394.2848 | WWW.PHPARKS.ORG -PRESCHOOL ARTS SHOWCASE

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