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- Ongoing
- November
- December
| Late Night Catechism |
Chicago |
Ongoing |
| Step back into your old catechism class & join the fun. This interactive comedy is the longest running one-woman show in Chicago. Royal George Theatre, 1641 N. Halsted St. For tickets & more info call 312-988-9000. |
| Blue Man Group |
Chicago |
Ongoing |
| Experience the mute, cobalt-blue trio that fuses theater, percussive music, art, science & vaudeville into a unique form of entertainment. Briar Street Theatre, 3133 N. Halsted St. For more info call 773-348-4000 or visit www.blueman.com. |
| Chicago Comedy Company |
Schaumburg |
Ongoing |
| Hear hilarious, fully improvised comedy shows that combine live action, video, Internet & the audience. Streets of Woodfield, 601 N. Martingale. For tickets & more info call 847-240-0380 or visit www.chicagocomedyco.com. |
| Improv Comedy Showcase |
Schaumburg |
Ongoing |
| Hear some of the biggest names in comedy perform at the Improv Comedy Showcase & Restaurant. Dinner is available before each show. 5 Woodfield Road. For tickets & more info call 847-240-2001 or visit www.improv2.com. |
| Thunderbird Singles |
Varies |
Ongoing |
| Join Thunderbird Singles for Chicago & the suburbs biggest singles dance parties. DJ, dancing, FREE buffet, prizes, & a great crowd of friendly singles. For more info call 847-604-3446 or visit www.thunderbirdsingles.com. |
| The Ancient Americas |
Chicago |
Ongoing |
| This new permanent exhibit at the Field Museum tells the epic story of human life on the American continents, from the arrival of small groups of hunter-gatherers to the great but fragile empires of the Aztecs & the Incas. 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive. For more info call 312-922-9410 or visit www.fieldmuseum.org. |
| Improv Playhouse Improv Jams |
Libertyville |
Ongoing |
| Join in for the laughs every other Friday night . Watch improv, play improv & laugh til your belly hurts. 735 N. Milwaukee Avenue. 8pm-9pm. $5-$7. Ages 13 & up. For more info call 847-968-4529 or visit www.improvplayhouse.com. |
| Haunted Harvest |
Libertyville |
Thru-10/31 |
| Come to a spooky celebration full of fun & adventure for thrill-seekers of all ages. Features a unique Train of Terror! Frightening activities will include the Creature Walk, Graveyard Golf, an Enchanted Carousel & the Monster Midway. Lambs Farm, 14245 Rockland Rd. Saturdays 10/10, 10/17, 10/24 & 10/31 6pm-10pm. For more info call 847-362-4636 or visit www.lambsfarm.org. |
| Down to There: Women & Their Relationship To Hair |
Des Plaines |
Thru-11/6 |
| Celebrate the complex relationship between women & their hair with this juried exhibtion of works by female artists. Oakton Community College, Koehnline Museum of Art, 1600 E. Golf Road. Monday-Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 11am-4pm. For more info call 847-635-2633 or visit www.oakton.edu. |
| Dinner For Six |
Arlington Heights |
Thru-11/14 |
| Come see a dinner to remember & a show you will never forget! This show is a cross between The Forty-Year-Old Virgin & Meet the Parents with a little bit of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels sprinkled in for good measure. Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street. For tickets & more info call 847-577-2121 or visit www.metropolisarts.com. |
| Pump Boys & Dinettes |
Arlington Heights |
Thru-11/14 |
| Join in the fun as the boys go fishing, the girls brew up some homemade beer & the whole gang plans a trip to Florida, in a customer’s Winnebago! Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street. For tickets & more info call 847-577-2121 or visit www.metropolisarts.com |
| Arlington Artists On Display |
Arlington Heights |
Thru-11/22 |
| This exhibit showcases the mixed media work of local artists. Heritage Gallery & Shop, 112 W. Fremont Street. 1:30-4:30pm. For more info call 847-255-1225 or visit www.ahmuseum.com. |
| Hairspray |
Lincolnshire |
Thru-12/6 |
| This mega-hit is piled bouffant high with laughter, romance & show-stopping dance. This Broadway musical comedy phenomenon inspired the major motion picture & won eight Tony Awards. Marriott Theatre, Ten Marriott Drive. For tickets & more info call 847-634-0200 or visit www.marriotttheatre.com. |
| Thoroughly Modern Millie |
Oakbrook Terrace |
Thru-12/20 |
| See this hilarious story of a young girl from Kansas who takes New York City by storm as she flap, taps & charlestons her way into the roaring 20s. A funny, romantic story featuring big dance numbers. Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane. For tickets & more info call 630-530-8300 or visit www.drurylaneoakbrook.com. |
| Smart Green: Green + Wired ‘09 |
Chicago |
Thru-1/3 |
| Explore the “Greenest Home in Chicago”! The real, three story modular & sustainable home in the Museum’s own backyard will be open & ready to share new ways, big & small, that you can make eco-friendly living a part of your life. Museum of Science & Industry, 57th Street & Lake Shore Drive. For tickets & more info call 773-684-1414 or visit www.msichicago.org. |
| Robert Cobb Gallery Exhibition |
Barrington |
Thru-1/4 |
| View the artwork from this Rolling Meadows resident. Most of his inspiration comes from nature. His work ranges from realistic to abstract in acrylic & oil paintings, usually in landscape compositions. Advocate Good Shepard Hospital, 450 W. Highway 22. For more info call 847-991-7966. |
| Chris Heisinger Gallery Exhibition |
Barrington |
Thru-1/4 |
| The Northwest Cultural Council will be presenting art pieces from this Evanston resident. She specializes in stained glass mosaics. Her artwork is created from reused materials that otherwise would have been disposed of in landfills. Among the materials used are old windows, cabinet doors & found objects that she transforms into decorative artworks. Advocate Good Shepard Hospital Health & Fitness Center, 1301 S. Barrington Road. For more info call 847-991-7966. |
| Animal Architects |
Wauconda |
Thru-2/21 |
| Learn about the animal architects that live in Illinois, including beavers, birds, spiders & squirrels in this special museum exhibit. See & interact with the amazing structures they build like bird nests, spiderwebs & beaver lodges. Lake County Discovery Museum, 27277 N. Forest Preserve Road. For more info call 847-968-3400 or visit www.lcfpd.org. |
| Co-Rec Basketball League |
Palatine |
Thru-3/10 |
| Join this program that provides basketball skills, teamwork & conditioning for athletes in the fall session to be ready for the winter league play. Registration is required to participate in the league play in the winter session. Practice location: 1021 N. Ridgewood Lane, League play location varies. 6pm-8pm. $119. To register & for more info call 847-392-2848 or visit www.nwsra.org. |
| Say It With Music |
Des Plaines |
11/1 |
| Hear master vocalist Eileen Berman & special guests as they return for this popular brunch & concert series. Oakton Community College, Performing Arts Center, 1600 E. Golf Road. 1pm. $25. For tickets & more info call 847-635-1900 or visit www.oakton.edu. |
| A Christmas Carol The Musical |
Lincolnshire |
11/2-12/30 |
| Imagine this classic set to new, breathtaking music. This new score soars with beautiful music & inspirational lyrics that will put your family in the Christmas spirit. Marriott Theatre, Ten Marriott Drive. For tickets & more info call 847-634-0200 or visit www.marriotttheatre.com. |
| Harry Truman |
Wheeling |
11/3 |
| Historian, Jim Bernard will be presenting a lively, informal program on Harry Truman, who was one of the most interesting figures of the twentieth century. Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road. 2pm-3pm. To register & for more info call 847-459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org. |
| Holiday Boutique |
Northbrook |
11/3 & 11/4 |
| Hurry in for the best selections of baby gifts, jewelry, personalized items, stationery, original art, clothing, serving pieces, leather accessories & more. Over 40 vendors to choose gifts for everyone on your list. Congregation Beth Shalom, 3433 Walters Avenue. Tuesday 5pm-9:30pm, Wednesday 9:30am-5pm. For more info call 847-498-4100. |
| Writer’s Workshop |
Wheeling |
11/3 & 12/1 |
| Share & critque each others work in a supportive atmosphere with fellow published author Ginnie Foley, who will facilitate this evening group. Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road. 7pm-9pm. To register & for more info call 847-459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org. |
| Young Frankenstein |
Chicago |
11/3-12/13 |
| See the wickedly inspired re-imagining of the Mary Shelley classic genius of Mel Brooks. Cadillac Palace Theater, 151 W. Randolph Street. For tickets & more info call 800-775-2000 or visit www.broadwayinchicago.com. |
| Cut, Copy & Paste Workshop |
Wheeling |
11/4 |
| Learn to use this simple but highly beneficial technique of cutting, copying & pasting to get your projects done. You’ll gain the skills you’ll need to cut, copy & paste within a document as well as between applications & even on the internet. Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road. 11am-12:30pm. To register & for more info call 847-459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org. |
| An Old Fashioned Holiday Craft Faire |
Glenview |
11/5-11/15 |
| Choose from a magnificent selection of holiday gifts, home accessories, handmade crafts, unique seasonal decorations, personalized items, baked gourmet items & have a snack in the cafe featuring light meals & desserts. The Grove, 1421 Milwaukee Avenue. Thursday & Friday 10am-8pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm. $5, $1/child under 12. For more info call 847-299-6096 or visit www.thegroveonline.org. |
| Celebrate Ability...An Evening WIth Friends |
Rolling Meadows |
11/6 |
| Guests will enjoy live entertainment, raffles, a silent auction, dinner & dancing. The event will assist in funding the purchase & maintanence of accessible vehicles, Special Olympics Illinois Area 18 programs, scholarships, inclusion programs & general program support. Meridian Banquets, 1701 Algonquin Road. 6:30pm-10pm. For more info call 847-392-2848 or visit www.nwsra.org. |
| No Reservations: An Evening With Anthony Bourdain |
Waukegan |
11/6 |
| Hear chef, author & host of The Travel Channel’s “No Reservations”. He has been dubbed as “the bad boy of cuisine” for his rock star looks & blunt observations about the world of restaurants, chefs & cooking. Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee Street. 8pm. For tickets & more info call 847-782-2366 or visit www.geneseetheatre.com. |
| Return Of The Spice House |
Wilmette |
11/6 & 11/7 |
| Back by popular demand, Patty Erd & Tom Erd, owners of The Spice House in Evanston, will detail the history of the spice trade, revealing fascinating tales of piracy, adventures & wars battled to control it. They will share interesting historical facts & anecdotes about the elusive spices that were coveted by nobility & royalty. Learn more about the same spices we love today. Chalet Education Center, 3132 Lake Avenue. 10am-11:30am. FREE. For more info call 847-256-0561. |
| Church Holiday Bazaar |
Mundelein |
11/6 & 11/7 |
| The Community Protestant Church will hold its annual bazaar. Gorgeous craft items, homemade candies, baked goods & vintage collectibles for fall & Christmas will be available. Beef BBQ dinner will also be available. 418 N. Prairie Avenue. Friday 3pm-8pm & Saturday 10am-3pm. For more info call 847-566-4000. |
| Murder In Green Meadows |
Lake Forest |
11/6-11/22 |
| Enjoy this play about the idylic subdivision of Green Meadows that hides a tale of passion, deception & revenge in this exciting, psychological thriller. The Citadel Theare Company, 400 E. Illinois Road. For tickets & more info call 847-735-8554 or visit www.citadeltheatre.org. |
| Operation Game Creation: Game Fair |
Wheeling |
11/7 |
| Check out the cool games created by area youth at this Game Fair. Gaming experts who taught youth about the games in September will choose winners in two age groups. The public is invited to attend. Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road. 1pm-4pm. To register & for more info call 847-459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org. |
| Buddy Guy With Special Guest The Dave Mason Band |
Waukegan |
11/7 |
| See the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, a chief guitar influence to rock titans like Hendrix, Clapton, Beck & Vaughn with his special guest whose career has spanned 37 years & has encompassed producing, performing & song writing, not to mention being one of rock’s great guitar players. Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee Street. 8pm. For tickets & more info call 847-782-2366 or visit www.geneseetheatre.com. |
| The Boogers |
Arlington Heights |
11/7 |
| Crusty, Greenie & Sticky Booger are ready to rock! Their punk-rock versions of classic nursery rhymes & kid favorite tunes will have you & your kids singing & dancing. Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street. 11am. $13, $11/12 & under. For tickets & more info call 847-577-2121 or visit www.metropolisarts.com. |
| Out Of Thin Air! |
Grayslake |
11/7 |
| From Coney Island’s Dreamland to the far-off Himalaya’s, Bradley Fields casts a magic spell. This well-known magician has presented his magic theatre to standing ovations around the world since 1975. Things appear from nowhere, they vanish into nothingness! Amazing sleight-of-hand & laugh-out-loud comedy create a magical world filled with poetry & wonder. College of Lake County, 19351 W. Washington Street. 3pm. For tickets & more info call 847-543-2000 or visit www.clcillinois.edu. |
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| An Evening With Greg Behrendt |
Skokie |
11/7 |
| Hear rip-roaring stories for all of us negotiating & sometimes drowning in the treacherous waters of romantic relationships from the author of “He’s Just Not That Into You” & his writing partner, wife Amira Ruotola-Behrendt. Centre East. 9501 Skokie Blvd. 8pm. $45. For tickets & more info call 847-673-6300 or visit www.centreeast.org. |
| Michael Ingersoll |
Arlington Heights |
11/8 |
| Kick off the holidays with this sensational Broadway singer. This cabaret show is sure to delight as he treats you to the classic holiday memories you know & love. Metropolis Arts Performing Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street. 7:30pm. $40, $45/stage tables. For tickets & more info call 847-577-2121 or visit www.metropolisarts.com. |
| Legacy Girls |
Arlington Heights |
11/10 |
| Take a blast to the past to revisit the 1940s when the beloved Andrews Sisters entertained crowds around the world. Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street. 1pm. For tickets & more info call 847-577-2121 or visit www.metropolisarts.com. |
| Veterans Day Celebration |
Buffalo Grove |
11/11 |
| Don’t miss a day that will be remembered by everyone as Veterans, their families & friends will be honored at Buffalo Grove High School. The program will include speeches, a Service Flag Ceremony, a 21-gun salute, entertainment & FREE refreshments. 1100 W. Dundee Rd. 12:15pm-1:15pm. For more info call 847-850-2100 or visit www.bgparkdistrict.org. |
| Improving Memory Through Conversation |
Wheeling |
11/12 |
| Improving memory & concentration go hand in hand. Most effective way to improve memory comes from first improving concentration. Lecturer & teacher Kimberlee Otto of the School of Metaphysics will present this very informative program. Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road. 2pm-3pm. To register & for more info call 847-459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org. |
| Smash |
Des Plaines |
11/12-11/22 |
| This comedy follows a guilt-ridden socialist who leaves his bride & takes up hiding at an all-girls school. Based on a novel by George Bernard Shaw. Oakton Community College, Performing Arts Center, 1600 E. Golf Road. For tickets & more info call 847-635-1900 or visit www.oakton.edu. |
| ID Show |
Des Plaines |
11/12-12/4 |
| Members of the Oakton Art Department faculty showcase their unique artistic identities in a show that features paintings, photography, ceramics & digital art. Donations accepted. Oakton Community College, Koehnline Museum of Art, 1600 E. Golf Road. For more info call 847-635-2633 or visit www.oakton.edu. |
| Read To Rover |
Wheeling |
11/12-12/10 |
| Calvin & Gracie, two certified therapy dogs, would love to have you read to them. Sign up in person at the Ask Here desk on the first floor for a 15-minute one-on-one reading with a dog. No parents or siblings allowed in the room during the session. Grades 1-5. Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road. 6pm-7:30pm. For more info call 847-459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org. |
| Thodos Dance Chicago |
Skokie |
11/13 |
| Experience the strong, elegant lyricism of Thodos Dance Chicago. Known for breathtakingly athletic & critically acclaimed contemporary dance, the program features the premiere of three works by iconic choreographer Bob Fosse. Centre East, 9501 Skokie Boulevard. For tickets & more info call 847-673-6300 or visit www.centreeast.org. |
| Friday Morning Prose Writer’s Group |
Wheeling |
11/13 |
| If you are someone who has just begun to write, wants to begin your writing journey or needs to return to your “writing life,” this is the group for you. There will be an opportunity for you to write on the the topics provided by the facilitator and/or present material you have written. Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road. 10am-12pm. To register & for more info call 847-459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org. |
| Bill Cosby |
Waukegan |
11/13 |
| Over the past century, few entertainers have achieved the legendary status of William H. Cosby Jr. His successes span five decades & virtually all media, remarkable accomplishments for a kid who emerged from humble beginnings in a Philly project. Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Waukegan Street. 4pm & 8pm. For tickets & more info call 847-782-2366 or visit www.geneseetheatre.com. |
| My Three Angels |
Highwood |
11/13-12/20 |
| See this captivating & comedic holiday treasure also known as “We’re No Angels.” Attic Playhouse, 410 Sheridan Road. For tickets & more info call 847-433-2660 or visit www.atticplayhouse.com. |
| Holiday Festivities |
Long Grove |
11/13-12/31 |
| The magic of the holiday season comes alive in Long Grove with shopping, an old-fashioned horse-drawn carriage ride, visiting with Santa, petting live reindeer & sharing a delicious holiday meal with friends & family. Route 83 & Old route 53. For more info call 847-634-0888 or visit www.longgroveonline.com. |
| The Addams Family |
Chicago |
11/13-1/10 |
| See this new musical based on the bizarre & beloved family of characters created by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams. Ford Center for the Performing Arts, 24 W. Randolph Street. For tickets & more info call 800-775-2000 or www.broadwayinchicago.com. |
| Auto, Home & Business EXPO |
Libertyville |
11/14 |
| Attend a three in one show consisting of a new & classic car showcase, a home improvement showcase, along with many local vendors showcasing products, services & resources all under one roof. Entertainment, raffles, giveaways, food, fun & more. Libertyville Sports Complex, Peterson Road & Route 45. 10am-4pm. FREE admission. For more info call 847-680-0750 or visit www.glmvchamber.org. |
| NWCC Second Saturday Poetry Workshop |
Palatine |
11/14 |
| Angela Narciso Torres will bring in a few poems that are particularly strong in their use of the image & discuss how images are used to propel a poem’s feeling & tone. A writing exercise based on the lecture will be included. Northwest Cultural Council, 500 N. Hicks. 9am-12pm. $15. For more info call 847-991-7966 or visit www.northwestculturalcouncil.org. |
| Charlotte’s Web |
Wheeling |
11/14 |
| The American Eagle Production Company is here to perform the play Charlotte’s Web. The program is sponsored by Children’s Advocates. Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road. 11am-12pm. To register & for more info call 847-459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org. |
| Bruce Hornsby |
Skokie |
11/14 |
| Three-time Grammy Award-winner & master of musical styles ranging from classical to rock & jazz to folk will ignite the stage in a solo performance filled with spontaneity & fluid creativity. Centre East, 9501 Skokie Boulevard. 8pm. For tickets & more info call 847-673-6300 or visit www.centreeast.org. |
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| The Great American Pet Expo |
Chicago |
11/14 & 11/15 |
| Fun for the whole family. Entertainment attractions & demonstrations, pet food & treats, toys, beds, art work, pet photographers, therapy services, service dog groups, leashes, dog coats & much more. Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Avenue. For more call 630-469-4611 or visit www.americanpetexpo.com. |
| Art Around The Town |
Arlington Heights |
11/15 |
| Tour the studios of local artists throughout the Arlington Heights community. Artwork will be available for purchase when visiting the studios. Begin the tour at the Arlington Heights Historical Museum. 110 W. Fremont Street. 1pm-5pm. $5/resident, $8/non-resident. For more info call 847-255-1225 or visit www.ahmusuem.org. |
| Mail Merge Basics |
Wheeling |
11/18 |
| Learn to create labels & envelopes using Mail Merge options in Microsoft Word just in time for your holiday letters. Students must have experience with both Microsoft Word & Micrsoft Excel to participate in this class. Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road. 11am-12:30pm. To register & for more info call 847-459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org. |
| Brian Setzer Orchestra Christmas Rocks! Extravaganza |
Waukegan |
11/21 |
| Hear some jumpin’ Christmas tunes & don’t forget your dancing shoes, the Genesee pit area will be transformed into a hoppin’ dance floor! Genesee Theatre, 221 N. Genesee Street. 8pm. For tickets & more info call 847-782-2366 or visit www.geneseetheatre.com. |
| Shawn Mullins |
Arlington Heights |
11/21 |
| This legend of Americana rock & pop & former U.S. Army officer brings his old hits, new album, stories, personality & charm to blaze through a night of acoustic rockers & ballads suitable for those who love music. Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street. 8pm. $35, $45/stage tables. For tickets & more info call 847-577-2121 or visit www.metropolisarts.com. |
| Chalet Holiday Celebration Weekend |
Wilmette |
11/21 & 11/22 |
| Attend a FREE demonstration in the Education Center. 3132 Lake Avenue. 11am-Outdoor Winter Containers, 11:30am-Gift Baskets, 12pm-Fragrant Gifts, 12:30pm-Holiday Bulb Forcing & Holiday Gift Plants, 1pm-Outdoor Winter Containers, 1:30pm-Custom Bow Making & 2pm-Holiday Decorating. For more info call 847-256-0561. |
| Holiday Art Sale |
Grayslake |
11/21-11/24 |
| Shop the College of Lake County’s sale that features original three-dimensional art only, including hand-made jewelry, wearable art, ceramics, sculpture & holiday decorations. Proceeds fund student scholarships. 19351 W. Washington Street. For more info call 847-543-2240 or visit www.clcillinois.edu. |
| Art Exhibit |
Arlington Heights |
11/21-1/4 |
| See an exhibit of paintings by the “Wilderness Painters,” a group of six artists from around the suburbs who meet & practice Plein Air (open air) paintings in various locations. Artists’ Reception with FREE refreshments 11/21, 1pm-3pm. Arlington Green Executive Center, 2101 S. Arlington Heights Road. For more info call 847-991-7966 or visit www.northwestculturalcouncil.org. |
| Turkey Shoot |
Buffalo Grove |
11/22 |
| Win a Thanksgiving turkey at the Park District’s 14th annual free throw shooting contest. The winner of each division will receive a frozen turkey to enjoy for the holiday. Register by child’s grade. Cooper Middle School, 1050 Plum Grove Circle. To register & for more info call 847-850-2100 or visit www.bgparkdistrict.org. |
| Thanksgiving Stories & Crafts |
Wheeling |
11/24 |
| Come & listen to the stories that may inspire thankfulness in all of us. A simple craft will follow. Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road. 4:30pm-5:15pm. To register & for more info call 847-459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org. |
| The Ten Tenors |
Chicago |
11/24-11/29 |
| See the internationally-renowned Australian group that entertains audiences with holiday classics & selections from their eighth album, “Nostalgica.” Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University, 50 E. Congress Parkway. For tickets & more info call 312-902-1400 or visit www.broadwayinchicago.com. |
| Holiday Walk After The Village Tree Lighting Ceremony |
Libertyville |
11/27 |
| Enjoy the Village of Libertyville Tree Lighting Ceremony, choral performances & a rumored visit from a man in a red suit & very white beard! Get into the holiday spirit strolling through the stores for special treats & preview the beautiful decorations. Downtown Libertyville. 6:30pm-9pm. FREE. For more info call 847-680-0336 or visit www.mainstreetlibertyville.org. |
| CSI: Indian Trails Teen Forensic Science Boot Camp |
Wheeling |
11/27 |
| Love CSI, Criminal Minds, Law & Order & other true crime? Then you’ll love this Forensic Science boot camp. You’ll learn all about different types of evidence, putting pieces together, interviewing suspects & solving the crime. Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road. 10am-1pm. To register & for more info call 847-459-41 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org. |
| Cirque Dreams Illumination |
Waukegan |
11/27 |
| This new journey takes audiences through a bustling city of dreamers where everyday occurrences are feats performed by an international cast of acrobats, contortionists, daredevils, musicians & more. Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee Street. 7:30pm. For tickets & more info call 847-782-2366 or visit www.geneseetheatre.com. |
| A Christmas Carol |
Arlington Heights |
11/27-12/24 |
| Embrace the spirit of the season with your entire family & enjoy the singing, dancing & celebration tin this production. Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street. $28.50, $15.50/ 12 & under. For tickets & more info call 847-577-2121 or visit www.metropolisarts.com. |
| Exceedingly Dysfunctional Holiday Revue |
Arlington Heights |
11/27-12/30 |
| The Second City is here to make light of every holiday misstep. This seasonal satire is the perfect addition to your dysfunctional holiday traditions. Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street. $29.50, $34.50/stage tables. For tickets & more info call 847-577-2121 or visit www.metropolisarts.com. |
| Winter Wonderland Holiday Light Show |
Vernon Hills |
11/27-1/2 |
| This drive thru event is held in cooperation with the Cuneo Museum & Gardens & features over 250 animated & lighted displays. Stop at the museum for a glimpse of Christmas’ past, see Santa’s workshop or count the snowmen. Just follow the snowflakes to a Winter Wonderland. 1350 N. Milwaukee Avenue on the grounds of the Cuneo Museum & Gardens. 6pm-10pm. $5/per car Monday-Thursday, $10/per car Friday-Sunday. For more info call 847-367-3625 or visit www.vernonhills.org. |
| Evergreen Winter Container Workshop |
Wilmette |
12/1-12/4 |
| Jennifer Brennan will show you how to make a beautiful winter container using spruce tops, other mixed evergreens, redtwig dogwood, pine combs & berries. Have a great time dressing your containers for winter. Chalet Education Center, 3132 Lake Avenue. $54.99/materials. Registration required. For times & more info call 847-256-0561. |
| Lambs Farm Holiday Lights Gift & Craft Show |
Arlington Heights |
12/3-12/6 |
| Shopping for the holidays was never so easy! Choose from fine art & craftwork of more than 600 vendors. Stop by the Lambs Farm booth for delicious, homemade products like their famous butter cookies, chocolates & jams. Arlington Park Racecourse, 2200 W. Euclid Avenue. For more info call 847-362-4636 or visit www.holidaylightslambsfarm.com.The Rat Pack Is Back |
Waukegan |
12/4 |
| Winter Boutique |
Vernon Hills |
12/5 |
| Hawthorn School District 73 PTO will be holding a juried art show with unique arts & crafts. 841 West End Court. 10am-4pm. For more info call 847-276-4117 or visit www.hawthornpto.org. |
| Witness The Battle Of The Bulge |
Arlington Heights |
12/5 & 12/6 |
| View the field set up, uniforms displayed as well as equipment, weapons, radios & kitchen. Presented by the Tri-State Living History Association. Arlington Heights Historical Museum, 110 W. Fremont Street. 1pm-5pm. FREE. For more info call 847-255-1225 or visit www.ahmuseum.org. |
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| Dickens Of A Holiday |
Libertyville |
12/5-12/12 |
| The kids know they have visited the real Santa & Mrs. Clause when he is outside in a snow covered sleigh at Cook Park! Carriage rides around Cook Park, the Children’s Holiday Shoppe at the Libertyville Civic Center & a tour of the Cook Mansion top the festivities. Downtown Libertyville. Saturdays 11am-4pm.For more info call 847-680-0336 or visit www.mainstreetlibertyville.org. |
| Storytellers: We Have More In Common Than You Think |
Des Plaines |
12/6 |
| Storyteller, filmmaker & stand-up comic Arif Choudhury will explore issues of ethnic & religious identity, immigration, assimilation & diversity. Oakton Community College, Performing Arts Center, 1600 E. Golf Road. 2pm. For tickets & more info call 847-635-1900 or visit www.oakton.edu. |
| Music Through The Ages With Dulcimers |
Arlington Heights |
12/6 |
| Listen to live performances by The Dulcimer Society of Northern Illinois. Try your hand at strumming & tapping, too. Arlington Heights Historical Museum, 110 W. Fremont Street. 2pm. FREE. For more info call 847-255-1225 or visit www.ahmuseum.org. |
| Chris Botti |
Waukegan |
12/6 |
| This trumpeter is a gifted instrumentalist, a talented composer & a charismatic performer that has created a series of recordings which have made him one of the world’s top-selling instrumental artists. Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee St. For tickets & more info call 847-782-2366 or visit www.geneseetheatre.com |
| The Illinois Brass Band |
Arlington Heights |
12/7 |
| Fun for the whole family! Hear a cheerful mix of traditional carols, holiday classics & jazzy updates of Christmas favorites that will put you into the spirit of the season. Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street. 7:30pm. $30. For tickets & more info call 847-577-2121 or visit www.metropolisarts.com. |
| Teen Glass Etching |
Wheeling |
12/9 |
| Etch a delicate design & turn everyday glass into something smashing. Great for holiday gifts. Indian Trails Public Library, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road. 4pm-5pm. To register & for more info call 847-459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org. |
| My Fair Lady |
Lincolnshire |
12/9-2/14 |
| Don’t miss this timeless classic. The endearing & enchanting Lerner & Loewe musical romance follows the tale of Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney flower girl in 1910 London, who falls under the spell of Professor Henry Higgins. Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive. For tickets & more info call 847-634-0200 or visit www.marriotttheatre.com. |
| Choral Concert |
Des Plaines |
12/10 |
| Hear selections of popular Broadway shows including Rent, Miss Saigon & Phantom of the Opera as well as classical compositions by Schubert & Dvorak that highlight this celebratory vocal extravaganza featuring the Oakton Community Choir. Oakton Community College, Performing Arts Center, 1600 E. Golf Road. 8pm. For tickets & more info call 847-635-1900 or visit www.oakton.edu. |
| Curt Frankenstein: Dream World & Real World |
Des Plaines |
12/10-1/29 |
| Frankenstein admired abstract expressionism, but prefered to tell stories through recognizable pictures in a surrealistic manner. This exhibition pays homage to the artist one year after his death & was produce |
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