Macerich's Fashion Outlets of Chicago invites visitors to celebrate the holiday season with Santa visits at the shopping center from Friday, November 15 through Tuesday, December 24. While visits with Santa are always free, Fashion Outlets of Chicago will also offer a variety of keepsake photo packages available for purchase. Pet owners can bring their...
Discover a world of captivating middle grade and teen books to enjoy over winter break! Not sure how to find the perfect read? We'll share our favorite resources to help you choose the best books for your interests. Plus, you can sign up for our Winter Reading Program while you're here and unlock fun challenges...
Wild Wednesdays are back for the season at Garfield Park Conservatory! Join Family Programs staff outdoors in Play and Grow Garden for free, drop-in activities, such as fort building, bug hunts, chalk drawing, and more! Find us every Wednesday evening from 4:00-7:30 pm. Just head outside through our Desert House doors and follow the giant...
The Adler is excited to announce that we will be free for Illinois residents (with proof of residency) every Wednesday evening from 4-10 pm (our new Wednesday hours.) Stop by after work or school, or for date night and enjoy everything the Adler has to offer at night, for free as part of our Illinois...
Snow came early in Firefly Grove this year so Spark the Firefly gets to experience her first snow day! Join Spark as she learns all about snow, hibernation and exciting winter activities like sledding and ice skating. Spark’s Snow Day includes puppets, original music, interactive movement and lots of winter fun for families!
Cozy up at storytime to celebrate the warmth, sparkle, and togetherness that makes this time of year so special. Best for ages 8 and younger with an adult. Children will love the snowy stories, rhymes, and songs that celebrate the season's many holidays. We'll also have tons of fun with themed activities, games, and a...
Join us for a fun, seasonal-themed bingo session! Play alongside friends and family for a chance to win fun prizes! For families. Register to save your spot but walk-ins are welcome if there is space to accommodate. Please register your group under one name and add any other attendees as guests.
Santa will be at the Usher Park Gazebo. Please bring your camera to capture this special moment and pick up a holiday token. We will be collecting new toys for Toys for Tots for the Marine Corps Reserve and non-perishable food items for the Itasca Food Pantry. Santa will be at Usher Park on: Saturday,...
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