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Date |
Sponsoring Organization/Business |
Description
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NOVEMBER |
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Ongoing |
Millie's Hallmark |
Millie’s Hallmark is
once again lending their assistance to the Mount Prospect
Emergency Food Pantry. This year, the program theme is “The
Sweetness of Friendship.” Millie’s Hallmark window display will
feature a North Pole theme and the plush animals available for
adoption include small, medium and large polar bears as well as
baby seals. Prices range from $5 - $40.
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November 12, 19, 26
9:30 - 10 a.m.
November 14, 21, 28
10:30 - 11 a.m.
November 18, 25
6:30 - 7 p.m.
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Mount Prospect Public Library |
Open Storytime
The Library invites children ages six and under and their
families to attend these 30-minute sessions featuring stories
and songs. An adult must accompany children under the age of
three. No registration required; just come on in! |
November 14,
11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Create-a-Craft:
Fantastic Fall Crafts
“Fall” into the Library and “leaf” with some amazing art for
autumn -- created by you! No registration required.
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November
14 |
Blues Bar |
5:30p -9:00p
Joey Derus
10:00p -1:30
Vance Kelly Band
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November 14 |
Vino100 |
November 14th, 6-9pm
Taste 10 wines for $10. All money collected at the door and 5%
of sales will go back to Fairview to help support the many
programs they offer the kids.
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November
14 |
Blues Bar |
10:00p -1:30
Vance Kelly and the Backstreet Blues Band
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November
15 |
Blues Bar |
10:00p -1:30
In Line 6
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November 15,
11 a.m. - noon |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Super Saturday: If You
Take a Mouse to School
If you take a mouse to school… he’ll ask you for your lunchbox,
and you’ll soon learn that it will be a day of school like no
other! Emerald City Theatre’s world premier adaptation brings
families closer together with an innovative presentation based
on the hilarious book by Laura Numeroff. This program is
sponsored by The Friends of the Library. Registration is
required. To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events, call
847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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November
16
2pm |
Mt. Prospect Park District |
Mt. Prospect
Community Band Fall Concert
Forest View Educational Center, (2121 S. Goebbert Rd., Arlington
Heights). $7 advance, $9 at the door. To reserve tickets, call
847-640-1000 |
November 17,
4:15 - 5:15 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Book Voyagers: Let’s
Monkey Around!
For 1st - 3rd graders.
Are you ready to go bananas? Then swing on into the Library!
Join us as we go ape over some stories, a craft, and a video
about these fun and silly animals. A snack will also be served.
Book Voyagers is for young adventurers who like to listen to
stories, eat snacks, and participate in fun activities.
Registration is required. To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events,
call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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November 18,
1:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Mount Prospect Public
Library Senior Session
Tales From the Front: Experiences of War
Hear first-hand accounts of the ravages of war from panel of
veterans from Mount Prospect VFW Post 1337. These American
heroes will share their experiences, discuss why they answered
the call to arms, and cared enough to put their lives on the
line to defend our freedom. This program is co-sponsored with
Mount Prospect Historical Society. (R)
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November 19,
7 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
007 Author Raymond
Benson Presents ‘The James Bond Phenomenon’
Secret agent James Bond has been thrilling moviegoers and
readers for half a century. Author Raymond Benson, who has
penned six Bond novels, will present an in-depth, audiovisual
exploration of “007” and the character’s creator, Ian Fleming.
Benson will also describe the excitement of serving as an
official writer for the James Bond novel series. Copies of
Benson’s novels will be available for purchase and signing
following the program. Registration is required. To sign up,
visit www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or stop by the
Library.
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November 21 |
Artisan 133 |
Jewelry
Extravaganza
On Friday, November 21 from 4-8, Artisan 133 will host a jewelry
extravaganza, featuring new pieces and demonstrations by many of
our jewelry designers. Don’t miss this opportunity for fun, food
and a jump on holiday shopping.
Throughout November, look for special offers, artist
demonstrations and Jewelry making classes! We have added many
new hand woven and knitted shawls, scarves and hats, as well as
new jewelry, pottery and hand made cards.
The one-of-a-kind pieces at Artisan 133 make perfect gifts.
Artisan 133 is located at 133 West Prospect Avenue in downtown
Mount Prospect. Call 847-670-8780 or visit Artisan133.com for
information.
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November 22 |
River Trails Park District |
Holiday Catering
Preview
See and sample selections from the Rob Roy Catering menu to help
you plan your holiday menus. Orders placed at the preview will
receive a $5 discount. Rob Roy Golf Course Clubhouse, 505 E Camp
McDonald Rd – Prospect Heights. $5.00 per person. 12:00 PM-02:00
PM
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Nov 22
10am-3pm |
Mt. Prospect Park District |
Holiday
Market
FREE Admission! Instead of hosting your own home party, why not
stop in at the Conservatory and shop in a relaxed setting? Your
favorite home party demonstrators will be right here. Avon,
Tupperware, Tastefully Simple, and Longaberger just to mention a
few. Our atrium will be filled to the brim with poinsettias and
holiday cheer.
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November 22,
2 - 3:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
How to Write Comic
Books: A Workshop With DC’s Russell Lissau
For Students and Teens in Grades 6 - 12.
Russell Lissau, writer for DC Comics’ “The Batman Strikes!” and
“Hope: New Orleans,” leads a hands-on workshop on the craft of
comic book writing. Participants will learn about pacing,
dialogue, action, and other key storytelling elements, and then
have the chance to letter a page from a real comic book! Copies
of Lissau’s titles will be available for purchase following the
program. Registration is required. To sign up, visit
www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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November 22 |
Blues Bar |
10:00p -1:30
Jak Tripper
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November
23 |
Blues Bar |
10:00p -1:30
Evolution
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November 24 – December 12 |
Mount Prospect Park District |
Holiday Photos
Friendship Park Conservatory, 395 Algonquin Road, Des Plaines
$5 per half hour ˇ by appointment only. Info 847-298-3500
Don’t wait in line at the mall for your holiday photos, come to
the lovely Friendship Park Conservatory atrium and courtyard to
take your holiday pics of family and pets (dogs and cats only,
please).
You supply the photographer and we’ll provide a beautiful
backdrop just perfect for holiday remembrances and cards.
To schedule an appointment call Pat at 847-298-2500. Call early,
time slots will fill quickly! |
November 25,
7:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
‘Hidden’ Star Wars
Movie Moments You May Have Missed
“May the Force be with you” during this examination of exciting
scenes from all six Star Wars films that contain hidden ideas or
double meanings. A better understanding of these moments, and
their impact on the narrative, will make watching the Star Wars
saga even more fun! Registration is required. To sign up, visit
www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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November
26 |
Blues Bar |
9:00p -12:30
Hyperflo
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November 27
8:30-9:45am |
Mount Prospect Park District |
Thanksgiving Day
Exercise Feast
RecPlex, 420 W. Dempster, MP
Fee $10 This traditional, popular and energetic 75-minute
Thanksgiving morning class includes cardio, toning, stretching
and relaxation exercises. Proceeds benefit Juvenile Diabetes
Foundation. Register early, space is limited and class fills
quickly.
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November
28 |
Blues Bar |
10:00p -1:30
Ditchweed Diesel
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November
29 |
Blues Bar |
10:00p -1:30
Classic Addiction
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December |
December 1
5 - 6 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Chat & Chew:
The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick
For 4th - 6th graders.
Chew on some good food while chatting about a great book! Spend
an hour talking about favorite characters, villains, and story
lines while participating in theme-related activities. Books are
available at the Youth Services Desk. Registration is required.
To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or
stop by the Library.
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December 1
7:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
MPPL
Foundation Presents a Holiday Concert by the Random Ringers
Handbell Choir
The Random Ringers, a 12-member handbell choir based in
Palatine, present a festive concert to welcome the holiday
season to Mount Prospect. Performing both secular and religious
music, the Ringers will delight audience members with their
technical skill at this unique program. The Mount Prospect
Public Library Foundation sponsors this program. Registration is
required. To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events, call
847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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December 2, 9
6:30 - 7 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Open Storytime
The Library invites children ages six and under and their
families to attend these 30-minute sessions featuring stories
and songs. An adult must accompany children under the age of
three. No registration required; just come on in!
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December 2
December 3
December 10 |
Mount Prospect Park District |
Mt. Prospect Community
Band Holiday Concerts
Come hear the 70-member Mt. Prospect Community Band perform
seasonal favorites at their annual series of FREE holiday
concerts.
Sunday, December 2 at 4pm ˇ Trinity United Methodist Church
Monday, December 3 at 7:30pm ˇ Anchorage Home in Bensenville
Monday, December 10 at 7:30pm ˇ Lutheran Home Chapel, Arlington
Heights
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December 3
9:30 - 10 a.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Open Storytime
The Library invites children ages six and under and their
families to attend these 30-minute sessions featuring stories
and songs. An adult must accompany children under the age of
three. No registration required; just come on in!
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December 3,
1 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Food for Thought
Book Discussion
Remembering Babylon by David Malouf
In the mid-19th century, a white child, discovered on the
Australian coast and raised by aborigines, reveals himself to
locals and changes their lives. Books are available 30 days
prior to each discussion at the Fiction/AV/Teen Desk. No
registration required.
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December 4 |
River Trails Park District |
Wine & Hors D’Oeuvers
Hosting a wine & hors d' oeuvre party is the elegant new wave in
entertaining. Brad Smith, representing Heritage Wine Cellars
will introduce a variety of wine to compliment flights of both
hot & cold appetizers & desserts. Age: 21Y and up. Rob Roy Golf
Course Clubhouse. 505 E Camp McDonald Rd – Prospect Heights
$22.00 per person. 07:00 PM-08:30 PM
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December 5 |
Blues Bar |
10:00p -1:30
Li'l Ed & the Imperials
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December 5, 12
10:30 - 11 a.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Open Storytime
The Library invites children ages six and under and their
families to attend these 30-minute sessions featuring stories
and songs. An adult must accompany children under the age of
three. No registration required; just come on in!
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December 5 |
Mount Prospect Historical
Society |
Christmas
Housewalk
Tickets for the 21st Annual Christmas Housewalk are now on sale
Monday, November 3. The tour, scheduled for 3:30-9 p.m. on Fri.,
Dec. 5, along Bobby Lane, Lincoln Street and Cleven Avenue, will
feature homes decorated for the holidays by their owners, with
additional floral arrangements and décor provided by area
florists.
Tickets will be available for purchase at local businesses and
the MPHS museum. Tickets are $20 per person in advance ($18 for
members -- at the museum only) and $22 on the day of the walk.
Contact www.mtphist.org or 847/392-9006 for more information.
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December 5,
11:30 - 5 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Create-a-Craft:
Holiday Hullabaloo
Come see what all the fuss is about at our holiday
Create-a-Craft program and take home a work of art. Children
under age 9 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is
necessary; just drop in.
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December 6,
10 a.m. - noon |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Teddy Bear
Walk
Don’t miss the ultimate BEAR BASH as the Library celebrates
the 28th annual Teddy Bear Walk! Bring your favorite Teddy Bear
and see nationally known story-performer Chris Fascione act out
best-loved stories. We will also sing along with Parents’ Choice
Gold Winner Mark Dvorak as he brings some of your favorite tunes
to life. Ted E. Bear will then lead the march over to the
Village Hall to welcome the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus,
escorted by our own Mount Prospect Fire Department. The Friends
of the Library sponsor this program. Registration is required.
To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or
stop by the Library.
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December 6,
5:00 p.m. |
Village of Mount Prospect |
Winter Festival
Parade
The Village of Mount Prospect is hosting the 9th Annual Winter
Festival Parade in downtown Mount Prospect on the evening of
Saturday, December 6. The parade is one of Mount Prospect’s
favorite events. Participants will include organizations, youth
groups, merchants, churches and schools. Carolers will be
stationed along the parade route. Downtown holiday lights will
be sparkling and store windows will be decorated. Coffee, hot
chocolate and cookies will be served. Even Santa, Mrs. Claus and
live reindeer will be on hand!
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December 6
11am-3pm |
Mount Prospect Park District |
Holiday Open House
Friendship Park Conservatory
395 Algonquin Road, Des Plaines
FREE Admission
Info 847-298-3500
This annual event is always popular because there’s something
for everyone. Various musical groups will entertain throughout
the day. There will be crafts for the little ones, live
reindeer, hayrides, beautiful holiday floral displays and, of
course, Santa. |
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December 7, 2
p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
The Nutcracker
Ballet: Excerpts Presented by the Arlington Dance Ensemble
The Arlington Dance Ensemble will perform selected pieces from
the second act of the classic holiday ballet, The Nutcracker.
Dancing to the timeless music of Tchaikovsky, the Ensemble will
take the audience on a journey to the Land of the Sugar Plum
Fairy where they will be entertained by the many people who
inhabit this dreamy land.
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December 9,
7:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
ShawChicago
Theatre Company: Holiday “Mid-winter’s Tales”
Experience the joys of the holiday season, as told through tales
and traditions of many cultures, when members of ShawChicago
Theatre Company present a holiday concert reading entitled
Mid-winter’s Tales. The program will explore how people around
the world use mirth and memories to cheer the darkest days and
keep warm and bright during the longest, coldest nights. The
mission of ShawChicago Theatre Company is to present concert
readings of the plays of Shaw and his contemporaries to
audiences throughout the Chicago area. Registration is required.
To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or
stop by the Library.
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December 10,
9:30 - 10 a.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Open Storytime
The Library invites children ages six and under and their
families to attend these 30-minute sessions featuring stories
and songs. An adult must accompany children under the age of
three. No registration required; just come on in!
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December 10,
7 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
The Prospect
High School Madrigals: A Holiday Concert
Prospect High School’s a cappella singing group, the Madrigals,
is a feast for both the eyes and ears. Wearing traditional
medieval costumes, the group has performed holiday and chamber
music at community gatherings for several years. The group
returns to the Library for a triumphant holiday show.
Registration is required. To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events,
call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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December 13,
1 - 3 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Make Tasty
Holiday Gifts in a Jar
For Students and Teens, Grades 6 - 12
Not sure what to give family and friends for the holidays? Make
cool, inexpensive – and tasty – “gifts in a jar.” During this
fun, festive event, create homemade treats such as Gingerbread
Cookie Mix in a Jar, Hot Chocolate Jar Mix, Citrus Winter Warmer
(a mix of Tang, lemonade, instant apple drink, cinnamon, cloves,
and ginger) and Rocky Road Candy. Prepare for the “most
wonderful time of the year” in a flourish of creativity. The
Library will supply all materials. Registration is required. To
sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or stop
by the Library.
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December 13 |
River Trails Park District |
Breakfast With Santa –
Kids, parents & grandparents too! Enjoy a breakfast buffet & see
Santa in a friendly way! Rob Roy Clubhouse is the perfect place
for Santa to stop & see the children. You're invited to bring a
high chair or booster seat. Please drop off a small wrapped gift
by Dec. 10 to the Weiss Center for Santa to give to your child.
Each gift should have a tag with child's first & last name. Max.
gift amount $10. Registration deadline Dec. 5 or when max. is
reached. Please call with your family seating requests by
deadline. Age: 1Y and up.
Rob Roy Golf Course Clubhouse, 505 E Camp McDonald Rd – Prospect
Heights, $7.00(R)/$8.40(N) per person, 2 seatings, 9:00 AM-10:00
AM, 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
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December 13 |
Vino100 |
Mark your
calendar for December 13th! Vino100 will be throwing the
Christmas party of the year and you won't have to miss any of
your other engagements! (Just think...mega tasting, food, door
prizes- you won't want to miss it!)
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December 14 |
River Trails Park District |
Holiday Champagne
Brunch
Enjoy the festive season at Rob Roy's annual Holiday Champagne
Brunch. We'll be offering a nice selection of breakfast choices
plus a carving station. A great way to do some extra holiday
entertaining without a fuss! All Ages. Rob Roy Golf Course
Clubhouse. 505 E Camp McDonald Rd – Prospect Heights. $15.95 per
adult , $7.95 per child (3-10 yrs.) 10:00 AM-01:00 PM
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December 15,
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Polish Holiday
Storytime
For 4 – 7-year olds.
The Library kicks off the holiday season with a special Polish
storytime for children ages 4 – 7 and their families. Join us
for stories, songs, and rhymes presented in Polish, followed by
refreshments and a craft. This program is reserved for Mount
Prospect Library cardholders. Registration is required. To sign
up, visit www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or stop by the
Library.
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December 15
December 17
December 22 |
River Trails Park District |
Polar Express!! All
Aboard!
Join us for a ride on the Polar Express! Meet at the train
station in Prospect Hts. & board for our very own Polar Express.
We'll make a stop at Lake Villa's train station for more winter
fun! Each child will receive a little gift to remind them of the
River Trails Polar Express! Please do not be late! An adult must
accompany all youths. Additional parking fee at Prospect Hts.
train station. Min. 10 Max. 74
$10.00(R)/$12.00(N) per person.
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December 16,
1:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Music Americana
Folk musician Steve Justman brings a lively and inviting
performance of traditional American folk music to the Library’s
December Senior Session. Justman has been performing Americana
music (folk, country rock, bluegrass) throughout Chicago for
many years and is known for his guitar, banjo, bass, and vocal
talents. He has performed at many of Chicago’s best folk and
acoustic venues and has appeared live on Rick Kogan’s Sunday
Papers show on WGN radio. Registration is required. To sign up,
visit www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or stop by the
Library.
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December 16,
7:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Create Your Own
Holiday Centerpiece
Garvin Gardens’ own Peggy Garvin will guide you as you create
your own decorative holiday masterpiece during this holiday
craft workshop. Combine mixed greens and holly, a candle, velvet
ribbon, and a glass ball into a festive centerpiece that will
brighten your home for the holidays. Bring a pruner and your
holiday spirit. There is an $18 nonrefundable fee due at
registration. Please sign up at the Registration Desk.
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