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Discover the perfect gifts and get into the holiday spirit at Sip & Shop on Thursday, November 30th from 5 - 8 PM. This special event is your chance to explore a variety of unique and local businesses, all under one roof. Participating businesses include: a. favorite design Anchor Baby Manual Northside Kung Fu Expect…

Join the Quilt Connection Chicago branch on December 2nd for a holiday market! You can find art, crafts, sweets, and handmade items for Christmas gifts from 9AM to 2PM on the Mayfair Presbyterian Church.

A very exciting and totally FREE event is coming up: free field trip by bus to the Museum of Science and Industry! Students from 2nd grade to 6th grade are invited. The library will provide a bus to take folks to the MSI where they will get free admission and then the bus will return them here to…

Shop local at Bateman Elementary this winter! Participation fees from vendors at this event have helped Bateman raise funds for the school’s music department.

If you’re looking for a unique, handcrafted holiday gift, then you’ve found the right place! Stop by Saturday, December 2, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. for their annual Winter Art Market. This year’s market features Native vendors from around the Chicagoland area. We’ll also be offering drum and dancing demonstrations throughout the day!

Join Mayfair Presbyterian Church for an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast on Saturday, December 9th from 9am - 12pm. Santa will be there as a special guest, and you can take free family photos with him without an appointment. Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy delicious pancakes and meet Santa!

Join Haugan Elementary for a holiday celebration at their upcoming Christmas Market. There will be a variety of vendors selling goods that will make the perfect gift! If you are interested in being a vendor at this event, please contact Jessica Reyes at JJReyes26@cps.edu

Ward Night is an opportunity to bring your questions or concerns to the Alderwoman in a one-on-one meeting. Each Ward Night is first come, first serve. Walk-ins will be taken until 5:45 pm. For more information, please contact the 33rd Ward office at info@33rdward.org or 773-840-7880.

The Annual Ensemble Español- Family Holiday Concert returns, as Ensemble Español celebrates their 48th season of this family favorite programming! This concert will feature the full-company presenting the dances, music, and songs of Spain. Join them to experience classical, folkloric, escuela bolera and Flamenco styles of Spanish-dance featuring world premiers and company favorites. Tickets range…

Welcome winter at the Nature Center with fun outdoor activities for the entire family. Stargaze with Chicago Astronomer (weather dependent), take a crisp walk in the winter air, enjoy tasting chestnuts, and so much more!

In partnership with the Chicago Ornithological Society, come and learn about the raptor of the night- the owl! This event includes guided walks that will lead participants through the preserve in search of owls. Dress warmly!

Join Our Lady of Mercy Church on January 7th for flu and Covid-19 vaccines. Vaccines are covered by most insurance providers.