Kids, teens and family
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Through October
Pumpkin Patch: The Kingswood Pumpkin Patch at Kingswood United Methodist Church, 401 W. Dundee Road, Buffalo Grove is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily up to Halloween. Call (847) 398-0770.
Land of Oz Corn Maze: Noon-dusk, Saturdays and Sundays through Oct. 26; 3262 E. 1951 Road, Ottawa, Ill. Benefits Campfire Girls. Cost: $5. Night hikes available by reservation only for $7 per person. (815) 488-5000.
Kitsch Garden Center's Autumn Fun Fest: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Oct. 26, 301 W. Johnson St., Palatine. Children's activities and crafts, entertainment, family fall photo area, concessions and picnic area, haunted house, more. Admission $6 per child ages 1-12 years; adults, free. For a complete listing of activities, visit kinschflorist.com.
Oct. 20
Halloween Fest: 5-8 p.m., Friday, Oct. 24; Elk Grove Park District Pavilion, 1000 Wellington. Hot dogs, scary stories, games, a family costume parade and contest, pumpkin decorating, crafts and hayride. The Carousel and Jumps N' Jiggles will be open. Cost: $5 per child; $4 per adult if preregister by Oct. 20; after that date, cost is $10 per child and $8 per adult. Senior admission is $3 and $8. Proceeds from the silent auction benefits the Community Character Coalition. Register in person or at elkgroveparks.org. For details, call (847) 437-9494.
Family Fall Festival: 4:30-6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, South Barrington Community Center, 3 Tennis Club Lane, South Barrington. Seed spitting contest, games, crafts, face painting and pumpkin picking for children ages 3-8 and their family. Registration required before Monday, Oct. 20. (847) 381-2570.
Things that go Bump in the Night- A story telling event: 7-8:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, South Barrington Community Center, 3 Tennis Club Lane, South Barrington. Gather around the campfire and listen to profession story teller, Leah R. Danoff, present family friendly stories for all ages. Refreshments. Registration required by Oct. 20. (847) 381-2570.
Oct. 21
Mixin' in the Kitchen: 4-5:30 p.m. Tuesday Oct. 21, Tuesday, Nov. 11 and Tuesday Dec. 2, Bartlett Community Center, 700 S. Bartlett Road. Children ages 6-10 prepare simple nutritious recipes that will be eaten in class. Bring your own apron. Registration required. $21, residents; $25, nonresidents. www.bartlettparks.org or (630) 540-4800.
Drop-in play group: 12:15-1:45 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, Woodland Heights Early Learning Center, 900 S. Park Blvd., Streamwood. Children ages birth-5 years can play with other children without leaving the security of their parent's side. Hosted by Parents as Teachers.
Polish Storytime: 10 - 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 21; Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S. Emerson St. Session of stories, songs, and rhymes presented primarily in Polish for children of all ages, An adult must accompany children under the age of three. To register, visitmppl.org/events or call (847) 253-5675.
Flag procession and taffy apple party: 7 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 21; Congregation Beth Judea, Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove. Call (847) 634-0777.
Halloween Spooktaculare: 3-5:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, Hanover Park District Community Center, 1919 Walnut Ave., Hanover Park. Creepy games, costume contest, prizes, crafts and a mini pumpkin hunt. For ages 12 and under. Registration required by Oct. 21. $4: $6 nonresidents; parents free. (630) 837-2468 or hpparks.org.
Oct. 22
Boo 2U Fest: 7-10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, Community Recreation Center, 505 N. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg. Dj, games, snacks, haunted house for children in grades four-six. Participants in costume will receive a parting gift. Registration deadline, Oct. 22 before 5 p.m. $12; $18 nonresidents. Parents need to sign-in and out children. (847) 490-7015.
Twilight Saga Party: 6:30-8 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 22; Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 North Elm St. open to grades 6-12. Bloody snacks and fun. To register, call (847) 259-3500, ext. 35 or visit phpl.info.
Oct. 23
Drop-in play group: 9-10:30 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 23, Independence School, 200 Taylor St., Bartlett. Children ages birth-5 years have the opportunity to play with other children without leaving the security of their parent' side. Hosted by Parents as Teachers.
Oct. 24
Haunting in the Valley: 5-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24 and Saturday, Oct. 25, Spring Valley Nature Sanctuary, Schaumburg. Haunted trail wagon ride, bonfire, refreshments. Come in costume. Matinee rides for younger children from 5-6 p.m.; night rides begin at 6:30 p.m. Advance ticket purchase suggested. $4 per person. Wagon rides, on a first-come, first-served basis, limited space available. For information, (847) 985-2100.
Muppet Madness: 3:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 24; Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane. Rated G; 88 minutes. Register at the Ask Me Desk or call (847) 259-6050, ext. 140.
Grossology: 3:30-5 p.m., Friday, Oct. 24; 3:30-5 p.m., Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 North Elm St. open to grades 4-8. Concoct gross things to make the stomach turn. Register at the information desk or call (847) 259-3500, ext. 35, or register online at phpl.info
Five-Alarm Chili Cook-Off: 7-8:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, One Illinois Blvd., Hoffman Estates. Hoffman Estates Jaycees hold chili cook-off event to determine which branch of the Hoffman Estates Fire Department makes the best chili. For a $3 donation residents will be able to judge. Proceeds will benefit the fire department for community training programs. For information, call (847) 385-8265.
Timber Trails Fall Festival: 6-8:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, Timber Trails Elementary School, 1675 McDonough Road, Hoffman Estates. Carnival, games, moon walks, concessions, raffle baskets and silent auction. (847) 742-9550.
Spook-Tacular Runway: 7-8:30 p.m. Friday, Oct., 24, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Stroll down the runway in costume. Snacks available. Registration is required. For more information, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Ghoulish Ghost Stories: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Interactive storytelling for patrons ages 6 and up. Free, seating limited. Free tickets available in the Youth Services area on the first floor 20 minutes before the event. (847) 923-3439,
Drive-In Movie: 6-8:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, Meineke Recreation Center, 220 E. Weathersfield Way, Schaumburg. Children ages 3-8 years can create a cardboard car and park it for a child-size drive-in movie. "Ratatouille" is the featured film. $6; $9 nonresidents. Parents welcome to attend the movie with their children. (847) 490-7015.
Flying Karamazov Brothers: 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Court, Schaumburg. Comedy and juggling with a unique blend of nouveau cirque, visual music, dance and theater. $38-$40. (847) 895-3600 or prairiecenter.org.
Oct. 25
Palatine Park District's Halloween Party: 10 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Oct. 25, Community Center, 250 E. Wood St., Palatine. Includes crafts, games, treats, puppet show and Jum Nesci returns with his cold blooded creatures. $4; $5 nonresidents; $6 day of event. Purchase tickets at the Community or Birchwood recreation centers. Tickets can also be purchased by mail with checks made payable to the Palatine Park District, 250 W. Wood St. Palatine, IL 60067, enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Call (847) 991-0333.
Artists' Studio Day: 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 25; Faith Lutheran Church, 431 S. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Young artists to learn about the techniques of famous artists to create their own masterpieces. All materials will be provided. Snack and "Jesus Time." Different groups will meet for age 3 through third grader. Suggested donation, $5 per child to cover materials. Advance registration appreciated. Call (847) 253-4839.
Fright Fest at Great America: Depart 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25 from Lions Recreation Center, 411 S. Maple, Mount Prospect. Return at 11 p.m. Open to grades 8 through 12. Fee is $70 for residents and $75
for nonresidents and includes transportation and park entry. Season pass holders may pay for transportation only. Bring extra cash for food and souvenirs. Call (847) 640-1000
Spooky Skating Special: Saturday, Oct. 25 during open and family skate hours; Central Community Center, 1000 W. Central Road, Mount Prospect
Halloween decorations, special lighting and music. $1 off regular fees.
Studio Spooktacular/Halloween Happenings: Saturday, Oct. 25; The Studio, 1326 W. Central Road, Mount Prospect. Crafts for boys and girls age 3-6 (Halloween Happenings 10 a. m. noon), and age 7-11 (Studio Spooktacular 1-4 p.m.). One-day class includes age-appropriate projects. Fee: $25 resident/$25 nonresident. Call (847) 640-1000.
"The Magical Halloween Express": 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 25; Round trip train ride to Ogilvie Transportation Center, hosted by the Des Plaines Park District. Train 712 departs the Des Plaines station at 10:44 a.m. Activities include games, prizes, magic tricks, storytelling, wizardry, and treats. Come dressed as your favorite Harry Potter character or wizard. Registration is due by 5 p.m., Oct. 17, but space is limited and seats go fast. Call (847) 391-5700 or visit desplainesparks.org.
Halloween Pooch Parade: Noon Saturday, Oct. 25, Bartlett Park, Oak and North avenues, Bartlett. Bring your pooch in costume, dog parade, prizes, doggie trick-or-treat. $8; $12 nonresident. Advance registration. (630) 540-4834.
Schaumburg Teen Center Red Ribbon Week: The Schaumburg Teen Center will host its annual drug prevention/intervention program, Red Ribbon Week, from Oct. 25-31m at 231 S. Civic Drive, Schaumburg. For information on the types of activities planned, call (847) 524-3388.
Pac-Man tournament: 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, Palatine Library, 700 N. North Court, Palatine. Young adults in grades seven-12 can play the game as part of Teen Week. The player who logs the highest score receives a prize. NO registration required. (847) 358-5881, ext. 129.
Oct. 26
Sand Bluff Bird Observatory and Macktown day trip: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26. Sponsored by the Des Plaines Park District. See small bird banding operations, lunch at the Elderberry Tea Room and tour the oldest settlement in Winnebago County. Trip departs from and returns to the Lake Park Club House. Residents, $50, nonresidents, $61. For details, or to register, call (847) 391-5700 or visit desplainesparks.org
Holy Ghost Night: 5:30 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 26; First United Methodist Church of Des Plaines, 668 Graceland. Pumpkin decorating, games crafts, prizes and treats. Call (847) 827-5561, ext. 12.
Airplane rides for kids: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 26; Aurora Municipal Airport, U.S. Hwy. 30 and IL Route 47. This is a Young Eagles program offered by the EAA to introduce young people to general aviation. Flights usually last between 15 and 20 minutes. For details, call (630) 466-4579.
Halloween Hoopla: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 25; Metro Square in downtown Des Plaines. Safe day of Halloween activities. Kick Off Parade followed by a Day of the Dead drop-in with crafts and a visit to an indoor graveyard at the Historical Society, magic and illusion and crafts at the Des Plaines Library and safe trick or treating at local businesses. Free. Call (847) 391-5700 or visit desplainesparks.org
Kadinkers and Kadima youth groups trip: Noon, Sunday, Oct. 26; Congregation Beth Judea's youth groups, Kadinkers (3rd-5th graders) and Kadima (6th to 8th graders) will be going to the American Academy of Gymnastics. Pizza will be provided. Cost: $15 for members; $25 for Jewish nonmembers. Call (847) 634-0777, ext. 114 or e-mail YouthDirector@BethJudea.org.
Trunk 'n Treat: 3-4 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 26; Church of the Incarnation, United Methodist, 330 W. Golf Road, Arlington Heights. Church members will be in the parking lot with their car trunks open and decorated, filled with goodies. Prizes for prettiest, scariest, most clever. Coffee and doughnuts for moms and dads. Free.
Oct. 27
Fairy tale Theatre: 1-2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 25 -Monday, Dec. 15, Bartlett Community Center, 700 S. Bartlett Road. Children ages 3-5 will act out a weekly story with some of their favorite fairy tale characters. Includes creative movement and pantomime. Registration required. $65, residents; $73, nonresidents. www.bartlettparks.org or (630) 540-4800.
Power Monday Night for teens: Oct. 27-Nov. 24, Schaumburg Township District Library 130 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Participate in a Writing Club from 6:30-7:30 p.m., or the Drawing Club from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free, registration required. (847) 923-3191.
Oct. 28
Pajama-Rama:. 7 p.m. Tuesday Oct. 28, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. Special evening storytime for families. Children are welcome to wear their pajamas and must be accompanied by a caregiver. No registration required. For information, call (630) 837-2855 or bartlett.lib.il.us.
Halloween Happenings: 10:30-11:30 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 28, 10:30-11:30; Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 North Elm St. Open to all ages. Features storyteller Paddy Lynn; wear costumes for a trick-or -treat parade around the library. To register, visit the information desk or call (847) 259-3500 ext. 35, or visit phpl.info
United Synagogue Youth Corn Maze: 6:30-9:30 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 28; Meet at the Beth Judea Youth Lounge; transportation and snacks will be provided. Cost: free to members and $15 for Jewish nonmembers. Call (847) 634-0777 ext. 114 or e-mail YouthDirector@BethJudea.org.
Drop-in play group: 12:15-1:45 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 28, Woodland Heights Early Learning Center, 900 S. Park Blvd., Streamwood. Children ages birth-5 years can play with other children without leaving the security of their parent's side. Hosted by Parents as Teachers.
Oct. 29
Spooky Little Chefs: 5-6 p.m. for ages 4-6; 6-7 p.m. for ages 7-10 Wednesday Oct. 29, Bartlett Community Center, 700 S. Bartlett Road. Create traditional Halloween goodies, come in costume. Registration required. $19, residents; $26, nonresidents. www.bartlettparks.org or (630) 540-4800.
"Dirty Dancing," trip: 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29, bus departs from the Palatine Park District Community Center, 250 W. Wood St., Palatine. Timeless story of first love, full of heart pounding music. Arrive in downtown Chicago's theater district with time for lunch on your own before the 2 p.m. performance at the Cadillac Palace Theatre. Seats are in the balcony. $65, residents; $98, nonresidents. For all ages, under 17 with an adult. Reservations required, (847) 991-0333.
Edible haunted houses: 5:30-6:30 p.m. or 7:309-8:30 p.m., Wednesday Oct. 29, Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Children ages 6-14, with the help of a parent, can decorate a graham cracker house with icing, sprinkles, candy and other treats. No older or younger sibling may attend. Registration required. $10. (847) 923-3439.
Oct. 30
Drop-in play group: 9-10:30 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 9, Independence School, 200 Taylor St., Bartlett. Children ages birth-5 years have the opportunity to play with other children without leaving the security of their parent' side. Hosted by Parents as Teachers.
Dramatic Expressions: 5-6 p.m. Thursday Oct. 30-Thursday Dec. 15, Bartlett Community Center, 7 S. Bartlett Road. Children in grades one-four can learn the fundamentals of theater while being introduced to theater games, stage directions and movements, theatrical terms and character development. $81, residents; $89, nonresidents. Registration required. www.bartlettparks.org or (63) 540-4800.
Bram Stoker's Dracula: 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. A one-women-show portraying highlights of the famous horror classic will be performed for adults and teens No registration required. For information, call (630) 837-2855 or bartlett.lib.il.us.
Magic with Derek & Kevin: 6:30-7:15 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 30; Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane. Magic performed by local boys who performed at the summer show. Free tickets will be available beginning Monday, Oct. 13. (847) 259-6050.
Halloween party: 5-5:45 p.m. or 5:45-6 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 30; Hosted by Salt Creek Park District, Hat Trick Hockey, 647 Consumers Ave., Palatine. Face painting, games with prizes, a coloring station and a fun maze. Please bring a bag/bucket for prizes. Fee: $6 for nonresidents; $4 for residents. Adults are free but must accompany children. Open to ages 10 years and under. Preregistration is required. Call (847) 259-6890.
Halloween Boonanza: 6-9 p.m. Oct. 31, Community Recreation Center and Safety Park, 505 N. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg. Carnival atmosphere with a variety of themed activities including hay rides, prizes, crafts, trick-or-treating, games, entertainment, more. Registration deadlines in Thursday, Oct. 30, by 5 p.m. $5 in advance; $7 at the door.
Halloween Jingo: 4-4:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Prizes awarded to winners of this Bingo-style game with a Halloween theme. Free. (847) 923-3439.
Oct. 31
Trunk or Treat: 4-6 p.m., Friday, Oct. 31; Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 1111 N. Elmhurst Road, Prospect Heights. Toddlers and Teens stop at the decorated trunks to get a treat. Call: (847) 537-4353.
Halloween Adventure 2008: 3-5 p.m. Oct. 31, Alden Estates of Barrington Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, 1420 S. Barrington Road, Barrington. Free and open to the public, the event features pumpkin decorating, face painting, magician, trick-or-treating, refreshments, more. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For information, call (847) 382-6664.
Nov. 1
Drop-In Baby Talk: 10:30 a.m. Saturdays, Nov. 1 and Dec. 6, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. Storytime for babies age 3-23 months and a caregiver. No registration required. For information, call (630) 837-2855 or www.bartlett.lib.il.us.
Nov. 2
Young Eagles Rally: 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 2, Schaumburg Airport, Irving Park Road and Wright Blvd., Schaumburg. :Children ages 8-17 can meet the pilots, see the different types of aircraft and take a flight. Sponsored by EAA Chapter 101, weather permitting. For information or to register, call Churck at (708) 788-6390 or e-mail Youngeagles101@aol.com.
Nov. 3
Stage Combat: 7-9 p.m. Mondays, Nov. 3-Dec. 15, Noble Fool Theatricals, St. Charles. Perform basic unarmed hand-to-hand stage fighting techniques with an emphasis on safety and storytelling. Taught by a member of the Society of American Fight Directors. For ages 15-21. $175. Register at (630) 540-4800 or www.bartlettparks.org.
Make a Holiday Gift Platter: 7-8 p.m., Nov. 3; Clayground Art Studio, 505 Business Center Drive, Mount Prospect. Sponsored by the River Trails Park District. Prepare a platter with underglaze colors. Students press their fingerprints to make patterns or paint designs. Assistance with hand lettering. All supplies included. Ages 4 and up. Cost: $50. (847) 255-1200
Nov. 8
Streamwoods Cultures of Our Community celebration: 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4, Park Place Family Recreation Center, 550 S. park Blvd. Sponsored by the Community Relations Commission, the event includes the many different cultures represented in Streamwood including African, Albanian, Chinese, Columbian, Iranian, Jamaican, Mexican, Native American and Polish. Presentations, question and answer, snacks. For Streamwood residents. Call Jennifer, (630) 736-3816.
Drop-In Toddler Time: 10:30 a.m. Saturdays, Nov. 8 and Dec. 13, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. Story program for 2-year-olds and their caregivers. Please no older brothers or sisters. No registration required. For information, call (630) 837-2855 or www.bartlett.lib.il.us.
Nov. 11
Mixin' in the Kitchen: 4-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11 and Tuesday Dec. 2, Bartlett Community Center, 700 S. Bartlett Road. Children ages 6-10 prepare simple nutritious recipes that will be eaten in class. Bring your own apron. Registration required. $21, residents; $25, nonresidents. bartlettparks.org or (630) 540-4800.
Nov. 13
Read to Starr: 6-8 p.m. Thursdays, Nov. 13 and Dec. 4, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. Kids in grades one-three can schedule a 15 minute appointment to read with a certified therapy dog. Registration required, call (630) 837-2855 or www.bartlett.lib.il.us.
Internet Safety: 7 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 13; Prospect High School Theatre, 801 W. Kensington Road, Mount Prospect. Parents are encouraged to attend this program with their children, but all interested community members are welcome. Call (847) 718-5205.
Nov. 15
Family Fun: 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road.
Stories and a crafts for the family. No registration required. For information, call (630) 837-2855 or bartlett.lib.il.us.
Junior Historians: 10 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Nov. 15; Arlington Heights Historical Museum, 110 W. Fremont. Hands-on activities, visiting speakers and discussions focus on interesting topics that relate to our community and its heritage. Open to third through eighth graders. $15 for residents; $18 for nonresidents. non-res., November topic: Transportation and U.S. History. Preregister at ahpd.org
Dec. 1
Battle of the Bands: 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17, Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Deadline to register Dec. 1. For eligibility requirements and submission instructions, call Amy, (847) 923-3191 or e-mail aalessio@stdl.org.
Dec. 2
Mixin' in the Kitchen: 4-5:30 p.m. Tuesday Dec. 2, Bartlett Community Center, 700 S. Bartlett Road. Children ages 6-10 prepare simple nutritious recipes that will be eaten in class. Bring your own apron. Registration required. $21, residents; $25, nonresidents. bartlettparks.org or (630) 540-4800.
Dec. 4
Read to Starr: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. Kids in grades one-three can schedule a 15 minute appointment to read with a certified therapy dog. Registration required, call (630) 837-2855 or bartlett.lib.il.us.
Dec. 6
Winter Family Fun Day trip: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 6; Williams Tree Farm in Rockton. Sponsored by the Des Plaines Park District. Cut your own tree or purchase a pre-cut tree, take a winter hike, go on a hayride, see the reindeer and farm animals, and browse the Christmas gift shop. Trip departs from and returns to Prairie Lakes Community Center. Trees will be transported on the Park District trailer. Resident adults: $12; nonresident adults: $15. Resident children, $5;, nonresident children: $6. For details or to register, call (847) 391-5711 or visit desplaineparks.org
Drop-In Baby Talk: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. Storytime for babies age 3-23 months and a caregiver. No registration required. For information, call (630) 837-2855 or bartlett.lib.il.us.
Dec. 7
Young Eagles Rally: 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 7, Schaumburg Airport, Irving Park Road and Wright Blvd., Schaumburg. :Children ages 8-17 can meet the pilots, see the different types of aircraft and take a flight. Sponsored by EAA Chapter 101, weather permitting. For information or to register, call Churck at (708) 788-6390 or e-mail Youngeagles101@aol.com.
Dec. 13
Drop-In Toddler Time: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, Bartlett Public Library District, 800 S. Bartlett Road. Story program for 2-year-olds and their caregivers. Please no older brothers or sisters. No registration required. For information, call (630) 837-2855 or bartlett.lib.il.us.
Dec. 17
"Wicked" trip: 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Dec. 17, bus departs from the Palatine Park District Community Center, 250 E. Wood St., Palatine. Join the park district for this last chance to see one of Broadway's most popular musicals before it leaves Chicago. Arrive in downtown Chicago's theater district in time for lunch on your own before the 2 p.m. performance at the Oriental Theatre. Seats are in the balcony. All ages, under 17 with an adult. $80, residents; $120, nonresidents. Reservations required, call (847) 991-0333.
Jan. 25
"Spamalot" trip: 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Sunday Jan. 25, bus departs from the Palatine Park District Community Center, 250 W. Wood St., Palatine. Lovingly ripped off form the classic film comedy "Monty Python and the Holy Grail," Spamalot is a new musical directed by Mike Nichols. Arrive in downtown Chicago's theater district with plenty of time for lunch on your own before the 2 p.m. performance in the Auditorium Theatre. Seats are in the balcony, no elevator access in this venue. $70, residents; $105, nonresidents. Reservations required, call (847) 991-0333.
Ongoing
Tutor. com: Youth Services Department at the Prospect Heights Public Library, 12 N. Elm Street, Prospect Heights will have a new online service. Tutor.com connects to a real-time live tutor in an online classroom to work one-on-one on homework, studying, test prep, etc. Available daily from 2- 9 p. m. via the library's Web site phpl.info
Family Adventure: Take a Hike with the Rolling Meadows Adventure Pack; Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane, Rolling Meadows. Group and family activity. Bring your Rolling Meadows Library card and a driver's license to the library and ask to check out a Rolling Meadows Adventure Pack. You will receive a backpack, a GPS unit accurate to 15 feet anywhere in the Northern Hemisphere, a pair of binoculars, and a book of clues and coordinates to begin your adventure.
Before and After School Care program: Weekdays, 6-8:30 a.m. and 3:30-6 p.m.; nonschool days (except major holidays), 6 a.m.-6 p.m.; Lutheran Church of the Cross, 2025 S. Goebbert Road, Arlington Heights. Open to children ages 5 through 12. For details, call (847) 437-5176.