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Dec. 29

Animal Orchestra on Tour: 9:30 and 11:30 a.m., and 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. Thursday-Sunday through the end of December, at The Glen Town Center, 1940 Tower Drive, Glenview. Once upon a time, when the world began, there was no music. No dancing, no singing. But the animals of Animalandia discovered music and formed an orchestra. Join the Animal Orchestra for a 35-minute performance that introduces young children to the music of the world. Each ticket welcomes a family of up to five, and each ticket comes with a free copy of "The Animal Orchestra" children's book. For tickets and information, (312) 545-4430 or www.animalorchestra.org.

Storytime: 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 29, at Skokie Public Library, 5215 Oakton St., Skokie. Enjoy stories and fun with Ms. Cathy. Designed for children ages 3-5, but children younger than 3 are also welcome. Drop-in event; space is limited. For information, (847) 673-7774 or skokielibrary.info.

Crafternoon!: 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 29, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. No school today? Children can join for an afternoon of crafting fun. Stay the whole time or drop in when you'd like. For information, www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Imagination Playground: 3-9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 29, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Play and build with the library's big blue blocks. For families. For information, www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Show & Tell Storytime: 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 29, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Storytime plus show and tell for ages 2-5 with an adult. Bring an item or picture of an item to share with the group. Then work with your grown-up to draw and write about your show and tell. Register. For information, (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Dec. 30

Imagination Playground: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 30, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Play and build with the library's big blue blocks. For information, www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Chair Yoga: 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 30, at Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook. Yoga instructor Olga Rudiak leads a series of yoga sessions for improved physical strength, relaxation and mental clarity. Exercises are done in a chair or standing - not on the floor. For information, www.northbrook.info.

Noon Years Eve: 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 30, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Join for this fun holiday program. Can't or don't want to stay awake until midnight? Ring in the "Noon Year" early with activities, dancing, and of course, a countdown. For information, (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Scrapbooking: 1:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 30, at Skokie Public Library, 5215 Oakton St., Skokie. Close out the year by scrapbooking. Supplies will be provided, you bring the photos. Register. For information, (847) 673-7774 or skokielibrary.info.

Bobby Lewis, Andy Brown and Stewart Miller Jazz Trio: 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 30, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Celebrate 2023 at the library's traditional early New Year's concert. For information, www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Young Steinway Alumni Concert - Robert Sanders, Violin: 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 30, at Skokie Public Library, 5215 Oakton St., Skokie. A 2021 graduate of the Eastman School of Music, Robert Sanders was one of two Americans selected for the Orchestra Academy of the Vienna Philharmonic. For information, (847) 673-7774 or skokielibrary.info.

Dec. 31

Noon Year's Eve: 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 31, at Skokie Public Library, 5215 Oakton St., Skokie. Ring in the new year with music, dancing, a countdown and festivities for the whole family. For information, skokielibrary.info.

New Year's Eve With Roxy Bellows: 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31, at Skokie Theatre, 7924 Lincoln Ave., Skokie. Roxy Bellows is a high-octane entertainer whose ability to create an evening of outrageous laughs and astounding improvised music has wowed audiences across the country. Now you can experience Roxy's ribald wit and amazing musical talent as she belts out show stoppers and croons sweet ballads in a show made up on the spot. $35. For information, (847) 677-7761 or www.skokietheatre.org/roxy-bellows.html.

Jan. 2

Imagination Playground: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Jan. 2, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Play and build with the library's big blue blocks. For information, www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Tech Help Drop In: 1-3 p.m. Monday, Jan. 2, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Get help using your device to access eBooks, social media, email and more. Help is first-come, first-served and limited to 15 minutes. Bring your questions and your device. For information, (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Jan. 3

KidzCraft: 9 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, Northfield Branch, 1785 Orchard Lane, Northfield. Join for a fun craft. For information, (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Emily Oaks Winter Break Camp: 9 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3-Friday, Jan. 6, at Emily Oaks Nature Center, 4650 Brummel St., Skokie. Winter is a wonderful time to get outside and explore nature. Each day your child will spend time outdoors, exploring and learning new skills. Activities also include games, hiking and related craft projects. For ages 5-7 (grades K-two) and ages 8-10 (grades three-five. $160-$200. Register. For information, (847) 677-7001 or www.skokieparks.org.

Movie - "Frozen" Singalong: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Sing along with Elsa, Anna and Olaf on their adventures in the ice and snow. Costumes are encouraged. For information, www.wilmettelibrary.info.

"Milo Imagines the World" Storytime: 3 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. The Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra Brass presents a storytime and music based on "Milo Imagines the World," by Matt de la Peña. (847) 256-5025 or wilmette.libnet.info For information, www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Polymer Clay Creations: 4 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Children, in grades three-six, learn basic techniques to create polymer clay charms, figurines and more. Follow along with a shared project, or let your own creativity flow. Registration required. For information, www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Studio for Kids - Jewelry: 4 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Laser engrave an image or text onto an acrylic pendant. Learn how to search for and copy/paste an image into CorelDraw. Ages 9 and older. For information, (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

State Services: 4-6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3, at Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview. Ask questions and get help from constituent advocates from the offices of State Sen. Laura Fine (8th District) and State Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz (17th District). Advocates can help with Medicaid, SNAP benefits, senior services, rental assistance, unemployment benefits and Secretary of State services. Drop in. For information, (847) 729-7500 or www.glenviewpl.org.

Senior Polka Association Meeting: 5 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month, at Lone Tree Manor, 7730 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles. Join the Senior Polka Association. Yearly membership is $10. Features live polka music from 5-6 p., m., a short meeting at 6 p.m., followed by cake, coffee and bingo. Join for an enjoyable evening. For information, call Richard at (847) 209-1385.

BiblioBox Signup: Tuesday, Jan. 3, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. The Glencoe Public Library is getting its very own book subscription boxes, BiblioBoxes. Every three months, you can sign up for a box of books, yummy treats and other bookish fun. Sign up online or in person at the library. Then, Glencoe's librarians will pick the best books for you and check them out to you with other fun goodies. Open to teens (grades 9 plus) and adults. Please note that you must have an active library card to check out a BiblioBox. Quantities are limited; priority will be given to GPL cardholders. For information, www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Jan. 4

Imagination Playground: 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Jan. 4, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Play and build with the library's big blue blocks. For information, www.wilmettelibrary.info.

iPhone/iPad Series - Music Services on your iPhone or iPad: Virtually at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 4, through Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Learn about the wide variety of apps and services you can use to listen to music on your iPhone or iPad. This is an online course hosted on Zoom. A link to the discussion will be sent out the day of the program. Register. For information, (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Kids Movie - "Minions-The Rise of Gru!": 3 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 4, at Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Ave., Glencoe. Join for a showing of "Minions: Rise of Gru!" (PG, 2022, 90 minutes) In the 1970s, 12-year-old Gru schemes and plots (with the help of the Minions) to become a member of the Vicious 6, an infamous group of supervillains. Chaos, adventure, and hilarity ensue after he manages to steal a valuable object from their headquarters. Just drop in. Children 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Adults must be accompanied by a child. For information, www.glencoepubliclibrary.org.

Light Painting: 3 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 4, at Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette. Use iPads to capture amazing designs made with lights in the dark. For information, www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Lego Mania!: 4 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 4, at Winnetka-Northfield Public Library, 768 Oak St., Winnetka. Love to build with Legos? Join for Lego Mania! and build cool contraptions with friends. For children, ages 5-8. For information, www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Pajama Storytime: Virtually at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 4, through the Wilmette Public Library. Get cozy in your PJs and bring your favorite lovie to enjoy stories, songs and rhymes before bedtime. For information, (847) 256-5025 or www.wilmettelibrary.info.

Dolley Madison - A Dramatic Portrayal: Virtually at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 4, through the Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Actress Laura Rocklyn portrays Dolley Madison, who welcomes you to a reception at her home and gives a glimpse into the life of a political hostess in Washington City in 1804. Dolley reflects on the adventures that have taken her to the center of society in the capital. Register. For information, (847) 446-7220 or www.winnetkalibrary.org.

Ongoing

Vivid Art Gallery Exhibit: Gallery hours through December, at Vivid Art Gallery, 895 Green Bay Road, Winnetka. "Quietude" features the work of Angela Saxon, Matt Schaefer, Tamar Kander, Allison Svoboda, Julie Cowan, and Larry Simon. Reflecting the exhibit's name, the show will include artwork that is contemplative, quiet and peaceful. For information, (224) 505-5961 or vividartgallery.net.

'It's a Wonderful Life' - A Live Radio Play: Runs through Dec. 30, at Oil Lamp Theater, 1723 Glenview Road, Glenview. Don't miss the 10th and final year of everyone's favorite holiday tradition, "It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play." Only seven actors bring the entire town of Bedford Falls to life in a 1946 radio play - complete with sound effects - to tell the story of George Bailey, whose troubles lead him to wish he had never been born. He is visited by the angel Clarence who comes to Earth on Christmas Eve to help George realize how many lives he has touched and just how blessed he has been and how different the world would be had he never been there. For information, oillamptheater.org

'A Christmas Story, The Musical': 1 and 5 p.m. Sundays; 1 and 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays; 7:30 p.m. Thursdays; 8 p.m. Fridays; and 4 and 8 p.m. Saturdays, with select Thursday 1 p.m. shows, through Jan. 1, at The Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive. Lincolnshire. This show brings the beloved 1983 movie about the Parker family to musical life on stage. Directed by Jeff Award-winner Scott Weinstein with musical direction by Jeff Award-winner Ryan T. Nelson and choreography by Tiffany Krause. $59-$64. (847) 634-0200 or MarriottTheatre.com.

Santa's Rock 'N' Lights: 5-10 p.m. daily through Sunday, Jan. 1, at the Lake County Fairgrounds & Event Center, 1060 E. Peterson Road, Grayslake. Drive-through animated lights show. $29.99-$34.99. santasrocknlights.com.

Sparkle Light Festival: Various dates and times through Sunday, Jan. 1, at Impact Field, 9850 Balmoral Ave., Rosemont. Immersive displays of millions of holiday lights and outdoor holiday activities including train rides, winter tubing and themed mazes. A special menu of festive food and beverages will be available. $25. sparklerosemont.com.

Willow Hill Lights Show: Runs 5-10 p.m. daily through Jan. 1, weather permitting, at Willow Hill Golf Course, 1350 Willow Road, Northbrook. Willow Hill Lights is a drive-through, family holiday event featuring a 1.6 mile route with over one million lights, three drive through tunnels and a 30-foot Christmas tree. Come see the abominable snowman and Rudolph and his reindeer pals as well as many other holiday favorites such as the Twelve Days of Christmas and Frosty and his friends. One price per car. Entrance is on Willow Road near Route 43 (Waukegan Road) in between I-94 and I-294. $40. Tickets are available by one-hour increment time slots. For tickets, willowhilllights.com. For information, (847) 722-2129, (847)-480-7888 or willowhillswintermagic.com.

'Here Comes the Sun': 9 a.m.to 8 p.m. Monday-Friday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sundays through Jan. 21, at Devonshire Cultural Center, 4400 Greenwood Ave., Skokie. Anatomically Correct Arts presents "Here Comes the Sun," artists support orphans in Ukraine, an exhibit of photographs of orphaned Ukrainian children and refugees by Ukrainian photographers Vera Blansh, Yuliya Bulgakova, Andriy Dubchak, Maks Levin, Grzegorz Litynski, Ruslan Lytvyn and Anatolii Stepanov, along with paintings and mixed media images of sunflowers by American artists and young artists from the Lincoln Terrace Art Studio & Gallery in Skokie. Donations from sales of artwork and funds collected during this exhibition will go to the city of Goodness Orphanage in Chernivtsi, Ukraine. Free admission. For information, (224) 432-4240 or www.anatomicallycorrect.org.

Winter Reading at Northbrook Public Library: Through Jan. 31, at Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook. Reading is sweet this winter at Northbrook Public Library. Treat yourself to some good books and earn sweet prizes when you participate in the Winter Reading program, including an official Northbrook Public Library mug, and the chance to win other prizes. Winter Reading is for all ages. Learn more at www.northbrook.info/winter-reading.