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November Events & Activities
Nov. 29-30, 8pm - 10pm
BrightSide Theatre: A Christmas Carol the Musical
Naperville: 630-447-8497
Nov. 29-30
Home For The Holidays
Morris: http://downtownmorris.com/upcoming-events/
Theatre at Meiley-Swallow Hall, 31 S. Ellsworth St.: The adapta-
tion is from Charles Dickens’ story of Ebenezer Scrooge, who
believes that personal wealth is more valuable than happiness
and greets Christmas cheer with “Bah! Humbug!” Thanks to
three ghosts Scrooge recognizes his faults!  Experience this
wonderful holiday classic with the whole family.
Don’t miss the lighted parade, house walk, children’s activities
and much more.
Nov. 29-Dec. 29, 3 & 8pm
It’s A Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play
Glenview: www.oillamptheater.org
Oil Lamp Theater, 1723 Glenview Rd: “It’s A Wonderful Life - A
Live Radio Play” has become a holiday tradition at Oil Lamp - a
tradition that audiences embrace enthusiastically as they’re
swept up in the magic and whimsy of this timeless classic. Only
seven actors bring the dozens of characters to life in a 1946
radio play - complete with sound effects - that tells the story of
George Bailey, a young man whose troubles lead him to wish
he’d never been born. 3pm Sundays; 8pm Thursday-Sunday.
Tickets $25-$40.
Nov. 29, 10am - 5pm
Christmas Tree Harvest Begins
Maple Park: 815-827-5200 http://www.YouPickFun.com
Kuipers Family Farm, 1N318 Watson Road: Visit the farm and
harvest your own fresh Pine or Fir right from the field or choose
a fresh precut Fraser Fir from our huge selection. Includes
shaking, baling and one of our famous apple cider donuts for
everyone in your party. Santa arrives to visit with the children
on select dates
Nov. 29
Letters to Santa
Oak Lawn: http://www.cmoaklawn.org/calendar.html
Nov. 29-30
Elf on the Shelf Programing
Oak Lawn: http://www.cmoaklawn.org/calendar.html
The Children’s Museum in Oak Lawn, 5100 Museum Drive
The Children’s Museum in Oak Lawn, 5100 Museum Drive.
Nov. 29-Dec. 8, 2pm & 8pm
‘Twas the Night Before...
Chicago: 212-465-6000 https://www.msg.com/calendar/
the-chicago-theatre-november-2019-twas-the-night-before-by-
cirque-du-soleil#about-the-event
Nov. 29-30, 1:30pm - 6pm
Happy Holiday Railway
Union: 815-923-4391 https://www.irm.org/event/happy-
holiday-railway/
Illinois Railway Museum, 7000 Olson Road: Embark on a magi-
cal train ride through the winter countryside with Santa Claus
himself! Warm treats will be served and gifts will be given to
kids on Santa’s “good list.”. All Aboard for an unforgettable day
of family fun!
NOV-DEC 2019-JAN 2020
The Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State St.: Cirque du Soleil and The
Madison Square Garden Company are pleased to announce
that an all-new, family theatrical production, ‘Twas the Night
Before… will make its debut at The Chicago Theatre this
holiday season.
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