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Wednesday, November 21, 2012
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Christkindlmarket Chicago| Chicago |
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Traditional German winter holiday market features holiday decorations, vendors in stalls and cottages selling German gift items and foods, entertainment and activities for all ages. The annual Children's Lantern Parade on St. Martin's Day is a highlight for children. Check the website for a detailed schedule of hours and events. New in 2012, Kinder Korner, a resource for children, teachers and parents, that includes at-market activities.
Where: Daley Plaza - Chicago
When: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday-Thursday; 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday-Saturday. Open 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Nov. 22 and Dec. 24.
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: Free
Christmas in Shipshewana| Shipshewana |
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Various activities held throughout the holiday season including light parade and lighting ceremony, entertainment, demonstrations and giveaways.
Where: - Shipshewana
When: Various events held Nov. 10-Dec. 31; check the website for complete schedule of events.
Ages: Family/All Ages
Festival of Trees| Joliet |
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Weeklong holiday fest features display of holiday trees, wreaths and decorations; numerous special events such as concerts, holiday classic films, performance of the Nutcracker and the Teddy Bear Tea. Visit the website for a complete schedule of events.
Where: Rialto Square Theatre - Joliet
When: Visit the website for a complete schedule of events. Closed on Thanksgiving Day.
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: General Admission: $7, $5 kids and seniors, free kids 2 and under. Visit website for early bird discount information.
Long Grove Holiday Festivities| Long Grove |
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Featuring horse-drawn carriage rides, visits with Santa and entertainment. Check website for detailed schedule. Weekends from Nov. 10-Dec. 23, 2012.
Where: Routes 83 and 53, just north of Lake Cook Road - Long Grove
When: Visit website for information
Ages: Family/All Ages
Santa in the Sky| Chicago |
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Santa visits on Saturday-Sunday and there are special activities each weekend.
Where: John Hancock Observatory - Chicago
When: Open daily Nov. 17-Dec. 24, 2012. Santa visits 1-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Visit website for additional weekend activities schedule.
Ages: Family/All Ages
Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival| Milwaukee |
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The festival kicks off at 6 p.m. on Nov. 15 in Pere Marquette park. Featuring live music, fireworks and the ceremonial lighting of the downtown lights. The light festival features thousands of lights and holiday displays.
Where: various locations, downtown streets and parks - Milwaukee
When: Nov. 15-Dec. 30 Festival Kick-off: 6 p.m. Nov. 15. Visit website for Jingle Bus schedule.
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: Free. $1 for Jingle Bus
Historic Holidays at Clarke House Museum| Chicago |
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Experience a traditional mid-nineteenth century Christmas at Clarke House Museum this holiday season. Discover the simple joys of homemade decorations, including pine boughs and a tabletop Christmas tree, which adorned the 1850s Chicago home. Learn about gifts exchanged by families like the Clarkes and pick up a period recipe to try.
Where: Clarke House Museum - Chicago
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: Free with admission
Gnome Hunt| Lisle |
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Search for gnomes in the Children's Garden using your best "I Spy" skills. Checklist provided.
Where: Morton Arboretum
When: 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Ages: Preschool, Elementary
Cost: Free with admission
Arbor Reading Adventures| Lisle |
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Interactive story time and fun crafts indoors before heading out on the grounds for a winter walk. Themes change each week. Wednesdays and Fridays.
Where: Morton Arboretum
When: 11-11:45 a.m.
Ages: Preschool
Cost: $5 (discounts for members)
Silo Exhibit| Glenview |
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Visitors can walk inside the two-story silo and turn the crank of a silage machine, watching "corn plants" delivered to the top of the silo. Plus, learn about the history of silos and silage, build miniature silos with building blocks simulating wood, brick and metal and much more.
Where: Wagner Farm & Heritage Center
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: Free with admission
