Mark your calendar: Glenview and Northbrook

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The Grinch's Grotto Holiday Experience: Through Dec. 31, Westfield Old Orchard, 4905 Old Orchard Shopping Center, Skokie. This 2020 Holiday Season belongs to the Grinch. From the creators of The Dr. Seuss Experience, step into the Grinch's Grotto, and commemorate the Grinchiest of years with our favorite green resident just north of Whoville. $50-$200. For tickets, showclix.com/events/30188.

Dec. 16

Leslie Goddard as Suffragist Alice Paul: Virtually from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16, Glencoe Public Library. Alice Paul was one of the lead strategists in the fight to win votes for American women. Historical interpreter Leslie Goddard will take you back to the 1910s to meet Alice Paul when she was at the peak of her suffragist efforts. This program commemorates the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th amendment. This program will be recorded and available for two weeks following the event. If you wish to view the recording, you can find it on the library's YouTube channel through Dec. 31. For information, glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Dragons - Return of the Ice Sorceress: Virtually at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16, Northbrook Public Library. Kids in grades K-five are invited to explore the science of dry ice in this fun, fantasy, virtual adventure. Advance registration is required. For information, For information, northbrook.info.

Park Board of Commissioners Meeting: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16, Northbrook Leisure Center, 3323 Walters Ave., Northbrook. For information, nbparks.org

Business for Breakfast: Virtually at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16, Winnetka-Northfield Chamber of Commerce. Expand your network of business contacts and generate new business leads. To ensure your name is on the registration list, please register 24 hours in advance. $12. For information, winnetkanorthfieldchamber.com.

Bright Beginnings: Virtually at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Listen to stories and songs with your baby to help their love of language grow. Intended for ages 0-18 months with parent/caregiver. For information, winnetkalibrary.org.

Full STEAM Ahead!: Virtually from 4-5 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Learn all about STEAM. Do a simple, fun experiment with items found around the house, and learn the science behind why it works. Pick up a craft kit from the Winnetka Library one week before the event. Ages 5-8. Registration required. For information, winnetkalibrary.org.

Walk and Talk - Skokie Lagoons: 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Dec. 16, Erickson Woods, Willow Road, east of I-94/Edens Expressway, Winnetka. Head outdoors, learn about your local forest preserves, and explore the Skokie Lagoons in this walk and talk series (under 2 miles). Must register, at eventbrite.com/e/127817179625.

Dec. 17

Can't-Put-It-Down Nonfiction Discussion: Virtually at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17, Glencoe Public Library. Join for a discussion of Miles Harvey's "The King of Confidence: A Tale of Utopian Dreamers, Frontier Schemers, True Believers, False Prophets, and the Murder of an American Monarch." Discussion led by Judy Levin. Registration required, visit glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Book Chat: Virtually from 10-11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 17, Morton Grove Public Library. Looking for something more casual than a traditional book discussion? Chat over the phone or via Zoom with your fellow book lovers about whatever you're reading, listening to, and otherwise enjoying. To register, visit mgpl.org/events or call (847) 965-4220.

Chess Academy: Virtually from 7-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17, Morton Grove Public Library. Learn how to play chess with chess master Chris Christmas. All skill levels welcome. Create your free lichess.org account prior to playing. Grades 1-8. To register, visit mgpl.org/events or call (847) 965-4220.

Job Talk: Virtually from 3-4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17, Skokie Public Library. Get job-search tips and network with other jobseekers during this online networking group, hosted by library career specialists. Sign up for this event and receive the Zoom meeting link. For information, For information, skokielibrary.info.

Zoom into the Movies: Virtually at 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17, Skokie Public Library. View the movie "Shoplifters." Chris, Sharon, and Mimosa talk about the exciting story of a band of outsiders united by fierce loyalty and a penchant for petty theft. Written and directed by Hirokazu Koreeda, Shoplifters is a meditation on what makes up a family and how conflict challenges the idea that blood does not define our ties. This film is in Japanese, with English subtitles. For information, skokielibrary.info.

Cartooning with Andertoons: Virtually from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17, Wilmette Public Library. For children in grades one-three. In this workshop, learn to draw snowmen, reindeer, and more in a winter wonderland of creativity, and share your creations with the class. This program will take place on Zoom. For information, For information, wilmettelibrary.info.

Virtual Alliance Française du North Shore Café Conversation Soir: Virtually from 7-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17. Join online for relaxed French conversation, facilitated by native or fluent speakers. Listening in French is encouraged; all levels are welcome. For information and the meeting link, RSVP at Meetup.com/afnorthshore or write to info@AFnorthshore.org. Visit AFnorthshore.org

All Ages Storytime: Virtually from 10:30-11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 17, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Singing, dancing, stories, and bubbles. All ages with parent/caregiver. For information, winnetkalibrary.org.

Business Mentoring with SCORE: Virtually from 9 a.m. to noon Thursday, Dec 17, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Get free, one-on-one mentoring, with small business advice from SCORE, the nation's largest network of volunteer business mentors and a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration. Register for a virtual appointment by emailing emil.winograd@scorevolunteer.org. For information, winnetkalibrary.org.

Virtual Storytime with the Polar Express Conductor: Virtually at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17, Winnetka Park District. All aboard. Don't miss the train. Follow along with the conductor as he reads the "Polar Express" story from the safety of your own home. All ages. $15 residents; $20 nonresident. Register at winpark.org/event/storytime-polar-express.

Dec. 18

Shabbat Service: 7:30 - 8:45 p.m. Celebrate Shabbat - "Zoomish" for now - with Bnai Chai's havurah. Led by Rabbi Jonathan Ginsburg, our Shabbat service is joyful and participatory, in Hebrew and English, with much singing. We also learn and discuss religious, cultural and contemporary subjects important to our community (and ban partisan politics). Bnai Chai is a Jewish friendship circle (not a congregation and not affiliated with any formal movement) that meets regularly for services and social gatherings. Contact bnaichi@gmail.com for more information and a Zoom link.

Library Livestream Fridays: Virtually from 7-9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18, Glencoe Public Library. All ages chat with your Glencoe librarians on Twitch and play Animal Crossing, Pokemon, Minecraft, and other favorite games. For information, glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Chair Yoga: Virtually at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 18, Morton Grove Public Library. Practice seated poses in one of the gentlest forms of yoga available, led by certified yoga instructor Cher Walter in this online class. All experience levels welcome. Wear comfortable clothes. To register, visit mgpl.org/events or call (847) 965-4220.

Family Fun Storytime: Virtually at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 18, Skokie Public Library. Join Caitlin for songs and stories. Each week, registration closes at noon on Thursday (the day before storytime). Register for each week you wish to attend, and you will receive the Zoom event link in an email after registration has closed. Register at skokielibrary.info.

Family Game Night: Virtually at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18, Skokie Public Library. Join for an evening of laughs and interactive family games. Register at skokielibrary.info.

Early Literacy Activity Kits: Noon Friday, Dec. 18, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Register to pickup a kit filled with fun, age appropriate materials and activities geared at children aged 0-4. New kits will be available every other Friday. For information, winnetkalibrary.org.

Super Smash Bros Gaming Session: Virtually from 5-9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Do you have a Nintendo Switch with the Super Smash Bros game? Then join the virtual arena to test your skills against other players in the area. Game ownership and Nintendo Online subscription required. For information, winnetkalibrary.libcal.com/event/7193756.

Dec. 19

Virtual Visit with Santa: Virtually 1-5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, Glenview Park District. This holiday season, you have a chance to make your children's dreams come true with a real live video visit with Santa Claus. Your children will go wild with joy and excitement when they experience the magic of speaking with Santa about their Christmas wish lists. The social distancing friendly calls last about 10-12 minutes via Zoom. Your kids will feel so special and excited after they have a live chat with Santa. Only one family per time slot. $15 per household. For information, glenviewparks.org/event/virtual-visit-with-santa.

A Holiday Happening: Virtually at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, Skokie Theatre, 7924 Lincoln Ave., Skokie. Join this cast of Skokie Theatre favorites in celebrating the holidays! Hanukkah, Christmas and seasonal music featured. Tickets are $15 per household. For information, skokietheatre.org or (847) 677-7781.

Gnome Hunt: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 19; 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 23, Emily Oaks Nature Center, 4650 Brummel St., Skokie. Join us for a photo scavenger hunt at Emily Oaks. There are 25 hidden gnomes along the trails. When you find a gnome, leave it in its spot, but take a photo to show the staff via email. Email to EONC@SkokieParks.org or post to Facebook at facebook.com/EmilyOaksNatureCenter.

Dungeons & Dragons: Virtually from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, Wilmette Public Library. Welcoming experienced and new players alike; play Dungeons and Dragons 5E! Go on adventures with an intrepid crew of heroes. Intended for grades 7-12. For information, wilmette.libnet.info/event/4702167.

Dec. 20

Craft and Give Back: Virtually at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 20, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Join and work on fun projects to help local charitable causes. Learn about each charity organization and then create items to donate. All registrants may pickup a craft supply kit with instructions from the Winnetka Library one week before the program. For families. Registration required; visit winnetkalibrary.libcal.com/event/7208811.

Virtual Storytime with the Grinch: 7:30-8:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 20, Winnetka Park District. Before COVID stole Christmas there was a different creature who stole Christmas. Come along while the Grinch reads you one of his favorite stories about how he stole Christmas. Ages: All Fee: $15 residents; $20 nonresidents. Register at winpark.org/event/storytime-grinch2.

Dec. 21

Tai Chi: Virtually at 9:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 21, Morton Grove Public Library. Learn Tai Chi from Erica Bough, a certified Tai Chi instructor, as she demonstrates Shibashi body movements, breathing exercises and meditation to help restore balance, flexibility and reduce stress. Wear comfortable clothes. For information, mgpl.org/events or (847) 965-4220.

Business Roundtable: Virtually at 3:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 21, Northbrook Chamber of Commerce. Get energized for the workweek ahead by spending a few minutes with your fellow chamber members brainstorming and discussing the challenges and opportunities your business is facing in the COVID-19 world. From marketing to operations, and everything in between, members will help you think through your ideas, share resources and provide the support that you need to persevere. For information, northbrookchamber.org.

Teen Board - Winter Reading is Coming: Virtually from 7-8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 21, Wilmette Public Library. Share your favorite YA books of the year and hear about new ones, while playing the game, Bring Your Own Book. Book prizes included. Bring your ideas for future programs and services for Wilmette teens. For information, wilmettelibrary.info.

We're Gonna Make It!: Video premiere 4:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 21, Wilmette Public Library. Simple crafts for complicated times. Take inspiration and comfort in making projects from common household items. This prerecorded video will be archived on the Wilmette Library website. For information, wilmettelibrary.info.

Chair Yoga: Virtually from 11 a.m. to noon Monday, December 21, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Tune in to stretch, breathe, gain flexibility, and strengthen the body in an accessible way with seated poses. Perfect for beginners, students will leave class feeling relaxed and ground. For information, winnetkalibrary.org.

How's and Why's of Car Maintenance: Virtually from 6-7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 21, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Join Chaya Milchtein of " The Mechanic Shop Femme " as she explains the foundational maintenance items, what they do in their specific systems, and why they should be changed. She will also cover the foundations of the owner's manual and dashboard lights. Registration required. For information, winnetkalibrary.org.

Maker Club - Let's Make Ornaments: Virtually from 4-4:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 21, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Just in time for the winter holidays, create a trio of ornaments that incorporate STEAM elements. All registrants may pickup a craft supply kit with instructions from the Winnetka Library one week before the program, then join us virtually to share or work on your project with others. Ages 9-13. For information, winnetkalibrary.org.

Dec. 22

D & D Advanced Campaign: Virtually from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 22, Glencoe Public Library. Grades five and up. Put on your robe and wizard hat. The library's Dungeons and Dragons veterans have an ongoing campaign on Discord, and we want you to join them. For information, glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Minecraft Mania: Virtually from 4-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 22, Glencoe Public Library. Grades one-six, join a Minecraft expert to learn tips and tricks for building fantastic Minecraft creations. All participants need a device that can access Zoom and a device that can access Minecraft. If playing on a laptop/computer, this can be the same device. Registration required. For information, glencoepubliclibrary.org.