It’s December, it’s cold, and the streets of the North Shore are lit up with holiday lights. That means it’s time to take the family, or just yourself, to one of the many Christmas, Hanukkah, holiday or winter activities coming up. Bundle up and head on out!
Friday, Dec. 6
Senior Holiday Party, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sunset Ridge Country Club, 2100 Sunset Ridge Road, Northfield. Meet fellow seniors, celebrate the season with lunch at the decorated
country club and enjoy live music by Maureen Christine. When registering, choose beef medallions or grilled Atlantic salmon. Ages 55 and up. Senior Center members $65, nonmembers $85. Register at nbparks.org or call (847) 291-2995.
Carols & Cookies, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Northbrook Leisure Center, 3323 Walters Ave., Northbrook. Enjoy festive family fun for all ages with live musical performances, decorate cookies with your loved ones and meet snowman Olaf. Residents $15, nonresidents $19. Register at nbparks.org or call (847) 291-2993.
Tuesday, Dec. 10
Snowstorm STEM Lab, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., Northbrook Leisure Center, 3323 Walters Ave., Northbrook. Children can make their own faux, fluffy snow, create snowballs, make an edible snowman and a bubbling ‘snowcano.” Participants will get to keep the snow they created and will learn 15 S.T.E.M projects they can do at home using their creation. Residents $35, nonresidents $45. Register at nbparks.org or (847) 291-2993.
Grinch Slime Lab, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Northbrook Leisure Center, 3323 Walters Ave., Northbrook. Kids will have the “slime of their life” creating seasonal Grinch-inspired slime and playing a slimy game to catch the Grinch before he steals Christmas. The lab will include holiday colors and mix-ins, along with winter scents. $35 for residents, $45 for nonresidents. Register at nbparks.org or (847) 291-2993.
Dec. 13-15
“A Christmas Story,” Northbrook Theatre, 3323 Walters Ave., Northbrook. See the holiday classic “A Christmas Story” live on stage, including Ralphie’s quest for the perfect BB gun and the infamous leg lamp. Tickets $15 at nbparks.org/programs/theatre. Info at (847) 291-2993.
Saturday, Dec.14
Holiday Craft Fair, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Northbrook Leisure Center, 3323 Walters Ave., Northbrook. More than 20 vendors will sell handcrafted goods, with complimentary hot chocolate. Free attendance. nbparks.org or (847) 291-2993.
Parents Night Out: Frosty Fun Fest, 5 to 8:30 p.m., Techny Prairie Activity Center, 180 Anets Drive, Northbrook. Children engage in art activities, gym play, pizza, an interactive dessert and movie. Register at nbparks.org. $35 for residents, $45 for nonresidents.
Sunday, Dec. 15
Shine: A Chanukah Celebration, 3:30 to 5 p.m., Northbrook Leisure Center, 3323 Walters Ave, Northbrook. Join the Northbrook Park District for a community Chanukah celebration in conjunction with Congregation Beth Shalom, featuring music, cookie decorating and crafts. All are welcome. $9 residents, $15 nonresidents. nbparks.org or (847) 291-2993.
Thursday, Dec. 19
Holiday Skating Recital, 6 to 9 p.m., Northbrook Sports Center, 1730 Pfingsten Road, Northbrook.
Skaters, join your friends and participate in the annual Holiday Skating Recital. A maximum of two routines must be limited to 90 seconds or less. Holiday music is preferred; costumes and props are optional. $10 registration closes Dec. 16. Free for spectators. nbparks.org or (847) 291-2993.
Friday, Dec. 20
‘Tis the Season Bingo, 1:30 to 3 p.m., Northbrook Senior Center, 3323 Walters Ave., Northbrook. Those
wearing festive attire will get to spin the wheel of luck for a holiday treat. Light refreshments provided. Ages 55 and up. Members $13, nonmembers $19. nbparks.org or (847) 291-2995.
Saturday, Dec. 21
Skate with Santa, 1 to 2:30 p.m., Northbrook Sports Center, 1730 Pfingsten Road, Northbrook. Skate with the big guy and take photos. $7 entry, $4 skate rental. nbparks.org or (847) 291-2993.
