Things That Go Bump in the Night at Emily Oaks
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The Skokie Park District's first major Halloween event is here! Meet some of the fascinating but often misunderstood critters of Emily Oaks! This popular event is intended to be fun and informative –– NOT frightening. As you're guided along the trail, you will watch three skits with costumed characters. Your visit will end at a campfire featuring snacks and songs. For all ages. In case of heavy rain, the event will be rescheduled or cancelled.
Advanced tickets cost $6 per person and are sold for specific times; up to 20 tickets are available for each time. Tickets will be sold at the gate ONLY if available.
4650 Brummel Street
Friday, October 15, 6-8:15 p.m.
Saturday, October 16, 5:30-8:15 p.m.
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Devonshire Playhouse presents: Children of Eden |
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From the legendary writer of Godspell, Wicked and Pippin comes this biblical story of Genesis featuring the age-old conflict between parents and children.
Centuries of unresolved family business takes the Devonshire Playhouse stage in this epic, heartfelt Stephen Schwartz musical!
4400 Greenwood St.
Performances
Saturdays, October 9 & 16 at 7 p.m.
Sundays, October 10 & 17 / 3P
Wine & beer sales are available to those ages 21+ at all adult playhouse performances.
Tickets: $20
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Indigenous People's Day at the Museum |
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Join the museum as we explore the local and national history of indigenous people! We will spend the day learning about indigenous cultures through games and activities. Please bring a non-disposable water bottle and snack.
Ages: 8-13
8031 Floral Ave.
Monday, October 11, 1-4 p.m.
Fee: R-$35 / NR-$44
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Visit the Skokie Heritage Museum's virtual exhibit |
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The Skokie Heritage Museum feature's a new online exhibit, answering frequently asked history questions and providing information such as:
Visit the virtual exhibit today by clicking the button below.
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School Days Off programs on Monday, October 11 |
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Enjoy a day off of school with friends on a field trip to Chuck E. Cheese. Lunch and afternoon snack are included in the fee.
Ages 5-11.
to Chuck E. Cheese
4701 Oakton St.
Monday, October 11, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Residents – $40
Non-Residents – $50
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Autumn Adventure Quest at Emily Oaks |
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Kids will spend their day off in the fresh air at Emily Oaks Nature Center, exploring the natural world, going on adventures in the woodland and around the pond, and finding wonders and treasures. The program will take place outdoors. Masks are required.
Ages 5-9.
4650 Brummel St.
Monday, October 11, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Residents – $42
Non-Residents – $53
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Total Sports & Tiny Tots at Weber |
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Play with your friends at the Weber Center on your days off of school! Hot Shots Sports Staff will supervise open gym time, organized games, and more! Please bring a water bottle and a snack.
Tiny Tots: Ages 4-6
Total Sports: Ages 7-12
9300 Weber Park Place
Monday, October 11, 9 a.m. to noon
Residents – $45
Non-Residents – $56
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Summer's last Flea Market Frenzy |
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Find that perfect piece of refurbished furniture, holiday decorations, sports collectibles, or antiques. Or, just sift through hundreds of hidden treasures.
At this last Flea Market Frenzy of the 'summer,' you're sure to find something great!
4701 Oakton St.
Sunday, October 17, 9 a.m to 4 p.m.
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Ciao Bella Sewing: PJ Pants Workshop |
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Boys and girls in grades 5-8 will use sewing machines to create PJ Pants! This is a great way to learn about the sewing machine and have some fun. Sewing supplies, including fabric, thread, needles, and pins will be provided. There will be 2 students per machine.
4701 Oakton St.
Saturday, October 23, 9-11:30 a.m.
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Script Reading Happy Hour |
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Enjoy reading new and classic scripts with our entertaining theatre staff, all with drinks and refreshments for sale.
Enjoy one or both:
- 'Dancing at Lughnasa' with director Eileen Hand on October 29
- 'A Christmas Carol' with director Gayle Starr on November 19
4400 Greenwood St.
6-9 p.m.
Fees: Res-$10 / NR-$13 per night
Alcoholic drinks only available to those age 21+ (ID required).
Contact Robin at (847) 674-1500, ext. 2420 for more information
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Donate your used sneakers and make a global impact! |
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Sneaker recycler 'GotSneakers' makes it socially and financially rewarding to donate your used sneakers at the Weber Leisure Center. When you join our sneaker recycling community, you will be making a global impact AND you will contribute money to the East Prairie School's PTA fundraiser for every pair of sneakers you contribute.
9300 Weber Park Place
Sneaker drop box available November 10 – December 8
Keep sneakers out of landfills and reduce toxic chemicals from being released in our air and soil. Recycle your sneakers!
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Kids First babysitting at the Weber Center is open!
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Need to work out or even run an errand? Drop your child (age 1-10) off in the Kids First babysitting room while you keep appointments or enjoy activities at the Weber Leisure Center, Skatium Ice Arena or Weber Park Golf Course.
Hours
Monday–Friday
8:30 a.m.–1 p.m., infants* by appointment only.
Saturday & Sunday
9 a.m.–12 p.m. by appointment only. No infant care.
*Infant Care Appointments
Infants 6 weeks to 12 months or not solidly walking require an appointment. Please contact our staff at (847) 674-1500, ext. 3541.
Fees
Fitness First Member: $5/hour
Non-member resident: $7/hour
Non-member non-resident: $10/hour
Birthday Parties
9300 Weber Park Place
For more info call Janina Kundzicz at (847) 674-1500 Ext. 3541 or email her here.
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See our new October Happenings calendar
Looking for alternative ways to have fun this month? The Skokie Park District offers great one-day events, workshops, outings, special events and more.
Click on the calendar below to view them all.
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Find your fall programs today!
The Skokie Park District's fall programs are now online and with them the district's Fall Program Guide, readying our residents for ongoing fall registration.
The Fall Program Guide offers you and your family an enormous variety of recreational, educational and fitness alternatives, including a huge number of fall special events.
Click on the guide cover to fall into fall.
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