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Thursday, Dec. 13
Art Exhibit by Anne Nordhaus-Bike: The free Opening Reception of Implied Horizons: Watercolors by Anne Nordhaus-Bike will open to the public on Dec. 7, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. For more information about Nordhaus-Bike, log on to https://artistanne.com/, or call. 6 a.m. Thursday, Five Seasons Sports Club, 6901 S. Madison St., Burr Ridge, free, 312-622-6029.
Dancing At Lughnasa: “Dancing At Lughnasa” relays a pivotal month of change in the household of the Mundy family — five spirited and sprightly sisters — who are caught in the crosswinds of history and social change in 1936 Ireland. This month, when Michael is seven, is relived through his eyes 40 years later focusing on moments which impact the Mundy family forever. 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Milord Studio Theatre, 303 202nd St., Chicago Heights, $23 adults, $21 seniors, $17 students with ID, 708-755-3444.
Plug and Play Open Mic: 8 p.m. Thursday, Errico’s Club 30, 5713 W. Roosevelt Road, Cicero, free, 708-652-0945.
Open Mic at Rabid Brewing: You can sing, you can scream, you can threaten to put someone’s head on a pike, for the time has come: it’s Open Mic! We welcome musicians of all sorts and even poets. Hosted by Marcos and Nick Gonzalez, human semi-karaoke machines. PA, Mics and drumkit provided. 8 p.m. Thursday, Rabid Brewing, 17759 Bretz Drive, Homewood, free, 708-960-3193.
Craft: Orange Pomander Balls: Make a fragrant decoration for your home. Enjoy an evening away from the bustle of the holidays. This craft is for adults. Please register at the website. 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Midlothian Public Library, 14701 Kenton Avenue, Midlothian, free, 708-535-2027.
Snack and Study for Grades 9-12: Attention high school students— if you are studying for finals and wish you had snacks, then bring your books and your friends to Snack & Study. Snacks and extra supplies are provided. 3 p.m. Thursday, Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave., Oak Lawn, free.
Spa Day at the Oak Lawn Public Library for Ages 11-14: Make your own bath bombs and other scented crafts, perfect for holiday gifts. Register online 10 days before each individual event at the library website, in person at the Youth Services Desk or by calling. 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave., Oak Lawn, free, 708-422-4990.
Free Movie Screening: “The Greatest Showman”: Inspired by the imagination of P. T. Barnum, this 2017 musical, which is rated PG, celebrates the birth of show business. . Starring Hugh Jackman and Michelle Williams. 1 p.m. Thursday, Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave., Oak Lawn, free, 708-4224990.
Santa Makes His Way to Orland Square: Santa makes his arrival accompanied by the Jerling Jr. High School Choir singing renditions of popular holiday songs. Local families will surround Santa as he lights Orland Square’s new Christmas tree outside by Cheesecake Factory. Following the tree lighting, Santa heads to the lower level H&M wing for the annual Simon Santa Photo Experience, which runs through Dec. 24. 4 p.m., Orland Square Mall, 288 Orland Square Drive, Orland Park, free, 708-3491646.
Meet Lisa Kosty & the SHE Team at CD One Price Cleaners: Meet Mr. and Mrs. Claus and enjoy a sophisticated hot cocoa bar along with holiday cookies and candies. Meet Lisa Kosty and The New SHE 100.3 Team at CD One Price Cleaners from 4-6 p.m. in Orland Park. Register for your chance to win a free month of laundry, courtesy of CD One Price Cleaners. 4 p.m. Thursday, CD One Price Cleaners Orland Park, 7852 W. 159th St., Orland Park, free, 708-444-1538.
Friday, Dec. 14
Cancer Care Support: Come connect with others in this support group for cancer patients and caretakers. 7 p.m. Friday, The Lighthouse Church of All Nations, 4501 W. 127th St., Alsip, free, 708-385-6020.
The Tenors Home for the Holidays: Multi-platinum, JUNO Award-winning vocal supergroup, The Tenors, blend classical music and contemporary pop to deliver powerful performances and outstanding harmonies for audiences around the world. 8 p.m. Friday, Rialto Square Theatre Box Office, 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, $43.50, $53.50, $73.50 and $175 VIP, or $200 VIP, 800-745-3000.
Classical Blast - Live Holiday Concert at the Museum: Classical Blast! band plays “The Dark Side of the Yule” in the museum’s Indoor Auditorium Theater. Doors open 6:15 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m. Beverages are available for purchase. To register for shows, visit the website or call. Walk-ups welcome while tickets last. 7 p.m. Friday, Joliet Area Historical Museum, 204 Ottawa St., Joliet, $12 Museum members, students; $14 general admit, 815-723-5201.
Christmas Pajama Party and Karaoke/Open Mic Night : This is open to 7th-12th graders, free with a student membership application on file. Students must meet all eligibility requirements and adhere to their Code of Conduct. Visit the website, if not already on file, to “apply now.” Come in your PJ’s and give your best shot at the “Oven Mitt Unwrap.” Dunkin’ Donuts serves up the donuts and coffee in the kitchen. Take to the stage at the Open Mic or classic Karaoke with favorite Christmas song. 7:30 a.m. Friday, The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 71st Court, Orland Park, free, 708-532-0500.
Saturday, Dec. 15
Howard and the White Boys: 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Harlem Avenue Lounge, 3701 S. Harlem Ave., Berwyn, $6, 708484-3610.
Chicagoland Weekly Comedy Showcase: Elysium’s Art Theatre presents the Chicagoland Weekly Comedy Showcase. You do not have to leave the kids at home because of any adult language, as this is a family-friendly show. This takes place every 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Saturdays of every month. 7 p.m. Saturday, Elysium’s Art Theatre, 1045 Dixie Hwy, Chicago Heights, $5, 708-546-9036.
Beyond the Nutcracker: This December, experience Ballet 5:8’s twist on the holiday classic The Nutcracker. Featuring Tchaikovsky’s magical score, dancers from Ballet 5:8 School of the Arts perform, as well as guests Brette Benedict and Antonio Rosario. 7 p.m. Saturday, Lincoln Way West High School, 21701 S. Gougar Road, New Lenox, $18 adults, $10 children 12 and under, 708-329-8773.
Breakfast with Santa at Stony Creek Golf Course: Enjoy breakfast, holiday music, and best of all, a visit from Santa at the Oak Lawn Park District’s Stony Creek Restaurant & Banquets. Reservations deadline is Dec. 11. For more information or to make reservations, please call. 10 a.m. Saturday, Stony Creek Restaurant & Banquet Facility, 5850 W. 103rd St., Oak Lawn, $10.95 adults and children; free for ages 3 and under, 708-857-2433.
Teach and Take Time for You: Strategies and Tips to Reduce Stress and Burnout is a workshop for teachers, principals, and administrators. Learn how to reduce stress and avoid burnout while earning four CPDU credit hours, too. 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn, 9333 S. Cicero Ave., Oak Lawn, $55-$65 per person, 773-450-6418.
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Step Back Into a 1950s Christmas: “Step Back into a 1950s Christmas” runs from Nov. 28, through Jan. 5, 2019. The museum is open Wednesdays and Saturdays 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.; appointments for small groups at other times can be arranged. Knock on the door next to the museum sign to be admitted. Call Jane Nicoll, Museum Director, at 708-4814252 to confirm opening. The society is selling bricks from the Marshall Field’s Park Forest Store. For information on Marshall Field’s Bricks, contact Mike Gans, at 708-305-3308. 1 p.m. Saturday, Park Forest House Museum, St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 227 Monee Road, Park Forest, $5 adult; 12 and under free with adult, 708-481-4252.
Sunday, Dec. 16
An Out of the Box Christmas: What do cowboys, pirates and cheerleaders have to do with Christmas? Come join in to find out. 8:30 a.m. Sunday, 11 a.m. Sunday, The Lighthouse Church of All Nations, 4501 W. 127th St., Alsip, free, 708-385-6020.
Rock Band for Kids: Kidzrock is a music lessons program that teaches children as young as 4 how to play an instrument in the setting of a real rock band. Band members rotate on instruments as they prepare to sing and play in a rock concert. All instruments are provided by Kidzrock and there are no practice expectations outside of the class. 3 p.m. Sunday, The Music Connection, 9370 W. Laraway Road, Frankfort, $100.
Beer Yoga - Mindful Moving and Tasting: Led by Michelle from Hart Wellness, this class is suitable for all skill levels and beer preferences. Beer is used throughout this fun and challenging practice both as a prop in balance poses as well as a meditative focal point. The fee includes class and a pour of your choice. 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Rabid Brewing, 17759 Bretz Drive, Homewood, $15, 708-960-3193.
The Muppet Christmas Carol: The Muppets perform the classic Dickens holiday tale, with Kermit the Frog playing Bob Cratchit, the put-upon clerk
of stingy Ebenezer Scrooge (Michael Caine). . 3 p.m. Sunday, Rialto Square Theatre Box Office, 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, $5.00, 815-726-6600.
Shoemaker and the Elves /The Nightmare Before Christmas: The Melikin Puppet Theatre presents : Santa’s elves assist a poor shoemaker and then, the family dog shows the audience the night before Christmas. 2 p.m. Sunday, Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave., Oak Lawn, free, 708-422-4990.
Monday, Dec. 17
Toastmasters of Palos Heights: Toastmasters of Palos Heights focus is to help people fulfill their potential, aiding them to gain the skills and confidence they need to express themselves effectively in any situation. 6:30 p.m. Monday, Palos Heights Public Library, 12501 South 71st Ave., Palos Heights, free, 708-4802112.
The Essential Christmas Carol: Learn about Charles Dickens and his famous novel as storyteller William Pack performs a reading from Dickens’ 1867 script of the classic story. Signup begins Nov. 20 at the Checkout Desk, online at tplibrary.org., or phone. 7 p.m. Monday, Tinley Park Public Library, 7851 Timber Drive, Tinley Park, free, 708-532-0160.
Tuesday, Dec. 18
Joe Filisko’s Harmonica Party : 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Harlem Avenue Lounge, 3701 S. Harlem Ave., Berwyn, free, 708484-3610.
Oak Lawn Park District Gingerbread House Class : Create a gingerbread house with your child. This fun and delicious Gingerbread House class is from 6-8 p.m., for ages 2 and up. Instructions and materials are included, and there will be one gingerbread house per child. Call to register. 6 p.m. Tuesday, Stony Creek Restaurant & Banquet Facility, 5850 W. 103rd St., Oak Lawn, $20, 708-857-2200.
Ener-Chi Classes: All ages and abilities are welcome to this fusion class. It is an energetic blend of Tai Chi, Yoga, Qi Gong, traditional stretching and meditation. Fees-for residents: $8 single pass; $25 monthly; $190 yearly and for non-residents: $8 single pass; $30 monthly; $250 yearly. 10 a.m. Tuesday, 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Orland Hills Community Center, 16553 Haven Ave., Orland Hills, single pass $8; $25-$250, 708-349-7211.
Project Serve: Christmas Caroling: This is open to 7th-12th graders, free with student membership application on file. Students must meet all eligibility requirements and adhere to their Code of Conduct. Visit the website, if not already on file, to “apply now.” Bring cheer to the public by singing Christmas carolsat a local retirement community. For this program, students travel in The Bridge Bus to an offsite location and must have ‘Permission to Transport’ indicated on their application. Community service hours are given. 4:15 p.m. Tuesday, The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 71st Court, Orland Park, free, 708-532-0500.
eSkills: Handlettering: This is open to 7th-12th graders, free with student membership application on file. Students must meet all eligibility requirements and adhere to their Code of Conduct. Visit the website, if not already on file, to “apply now.” Join the staff at The Bridge in developing a new skill using online videos and tutorials. 4 p.m. Tuesday, The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 71st Court, Orland Park, free, 708-532-0500.
Wednesday, Dec. 19
Conversation Circle for ESL Students : Our conversation circles offer new English language learners (ELL) an opportunity to practice speaking English in a supportive and relaxed environment. Beginning, intermediate and advanced adult English learners are welcome, but basic English skills are necessary. 10 a.m. Wednesday, Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 Raymond Ave., Oak Lawn, free, 708-422-4990.
Study Lounge: Coffee & Hot Chocolate Station - HS Only: This is open to 7th-12th graders, free with student membership application on file. Students must meet all eligibility requirements and adhere to their Code of Conduct. Visit the website, if not already on file, to “apply now.” Make The Bridge your study spot this finals week. No need to sign up; just stop by to satisfy your cravings for delicious coffee or hot chocolate. 2 p.m. Wednesday, The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 71st Court, Orland Park, free, 708532-0500.
eSkills: Food Plating and Photography: This is open to 7th-12th graders, free with student membership application on file. Students must meet all eligibility requirements and adhere to their Code of Conduct. Visit the website, if not already on file, to “apply now.” Join the staff at The Bridge in developing a new skill. Enhance the look and taste of your food by presenting it in a creative way, and learn the tricks of food photography. 4 p.m. Wednesday, The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 71st Court, Orland Park, free, 708532-0500.