Fountain Square

Chabad of Evanston warmly invite the entire community to the Annual Public Chanukah Menorah Lighting Ceremony.
This year’s celebration will be joined by Mayor Daniel Biss and Alderman Bobby Burns, and local politicians who will offer greetings and help light the giant public Menorah in honor of the Chanukah holiday.
The festive outdoor gathering will feature:
<ul>
 <li>Brand New 15-Foot Menorah</li>
 <li>Live Musical Performances</li>
 <li>A dazzling LED Robot Show</li>
 <li>A skilled Balloon Artist creating Chanukah-themed creations for children</li>
 <li>Traditional Chanukah treats, including dreidels, Sufganiot (doughnuts), and chocolate gelt</li>
 <li>Chanukah kits and menorahs available for attendees</li>
</ul>
The event is free and open to the public, and families with children are especially encouraged to attend.

Local Event: Chanukah Menorah Lighting Celebration

Cook County

Evanston

Illinois

Chanukah Menorah Lighting Celebration

Chabad of Evanston warmly invite the entire community to the Annual Public Chanukah Menorah Lighting Ceremony.
This year’s...

Morton Grove Historical Museum

Come visit the Morton Grove Historical Museum and celebrate the season. The house is&nbsp;decorated as it was in the early 1900's. Also be sure to visit our continuing exhibit in the lower level of the Haupt-Yehl House .&nbsp; Our Veteran's exhibit is still being displayed&nbsp;in the&nbsp;Educational Annex, featuring those that served from Morton Grove.&nbsp; Sunday December 28th&nbsp; 12-3 pm.

Local Event: Holiday Open House - POSTPONED to 12/28

Niles-Morton Grove

Holiday Open House - POSTPONED to 12/28

Come visit the Morton Grove Historical Museum and celebrate the season. The house is decorated as it was in the early 1900's....

Klezmer, the traditional music of the Jews of the Shtetls of Eastern Europe, was brought to America by Jewish immigrants, where it merged with jazz in the early 1900s. From Yiddish folk and theater songs to rollicking dance music, Maxwell Street Klezmer Band has been reinventing the tradition since 1983 with warmth and humor.
Monthly Klezmer Night with Maxwell Street Klezmer Band!
Sunday December 28th, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sabor a Cafe, 6873 N. Milwaukee in Niles
Discover a warm and inviting contemporary setting--perfect for date night or a night out with friends and family. Enjoy your dinner before the show or during the performance. You can come for a sumptuous meal or just for drinks. 
About Maxwell Street Klezmer Band:&nbsp;
Founded in 1983 by Lori Lippitz, Maxwell Street Klezmer Band has played at Carnegie Hall, toured Europe, and provided the celebratory soundtrack for Chicagoland’s simchas (Jewish celebrations) for almost 4 decades. The band marked its 40th “Bandiversary” at The Old Town School of Folk Music in 2023. The group is releasing a new live album as well as an educational band book series in 2026.&nbsp; 
Email in advance if you have a song request: <a href="mailto:maxwellstreetband@gmail.com" target="_blank">maxwellstreetband@gmail.com</a>. 
Reservations recommended: Go to&nbsp;<a href="https://saboracafeniles.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">saboracafeniles.com</a>&nbsp;to make reservations online, or call&nbsp;773-300-6069.

Local Event: Klezmer Night with Maxwell Street Klezmer Band!

Klezmer Night with Maxwell Street Klezmer Band!

Klezmer, the traditional music of the Jews of the Shtetls of Eastern Europe, was brought to America by Jewish immigrants, where...

Willow Hill Golf Course

Get ready for an unforgettable holiday experience at Willow Hill Lights! This beloved annual drive-thru light show at the Willow Hill Golf Course in Northbrook, IL, is back for its fifth year and is packed with exciting new features you won't want to miss! Take a magical journey through 2.5 miles of over 1.5 million dazzling LED lights. Enjoy fan-favorite displays like the 12 Days of Christmas, the Grinch Who Stole Christmas&nbsp;and marvel at the 30-foot digital Christmas tree, decorated with over 24,000 RGB lights that dance with the music. This year's show is even more captivating with more lights, longer tunnels and bigger displays! Immerse yourself in a whirlwind of lights in our animated drive-thru tunnel. Willow Hill Lights provides the perfect night for creating lasting memories with family and friends. Remember to sweeten the night with hot chocolate and yummy cinnamon mini donuts!&nbsp;One ticket per carload. Pack everyone in for this holiday adventure! Open nightly at 5p thru January 4, 2026.

Local Event: Willow Hill Lights - Open nightly thru Jan 4

Northbrook

Willow Hill Lights - Open nightly thru Jan 4

Get ready for an unforgettable holiday experience at Willow Hill Lights! This beloved annual drive-thru light show at the...

Whether starting fresh or returning from a previous session, students learn directly from a Master Bespoke Tailor trained by elite craftsmen across Italy, Poland, Asia, Latin America, and the U.S.—including advanced bespoke techniques in Italy that few designers ever access.
NEW STUDENTS ONLY: Morning and evening classes are available. You may start anytime from January through the end of March 2026. Enroll for 6 weeks (one day per week) and receive 1 extra class free — that’s 7 classes in total. If you attend two days per week, you’ll receive 14 classes instead of 12. Missed classes do not carry over. 
To receive this discount, you must register on or before December 27, 2025. Register now and save — don’t miss out!. 
Internationally trained Master Bespoke Tailor Eric W. Stiles Sr., with over 40 years of global experience and advanced training from Brioni in Italy, brings his acclaimed hands-on fashion classes to Palos Hills, Joliet, and Oak Park.
Eric W. Stiles Sr., a Master Bespoke Tailor and Designer with over four decades of experience in high-end fashion and garment construction, has worked with internationally renowned fashion houses including Brioni, Giorgio Armani, Polo Ralph Lauren, and Tom Ford.
No experience needed—just bring your working sewing machine, foot pedal, navy blue all-purpose thread, and a passion to learn. These 2½-hour, immersive, no-pressure classes cover Sewing, Tailoring, and Pattern Making, offering rare access to world-class techniques in a supportive, intimate setting. 
Seats are LIMITED—register now and save before spots are gone! 
Create fashion that’s truly your own. Registration is now open:

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To register visit website or call for information: 708-424-4397 
Early registration is strongly encouraged.
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Oak Park-River Forest

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Whether starting fresh or returning from a previous session, students learn directly from a Master Bespoke Tailor trained by...

Master Bespoke Tailor Launches Hands-On Fashion Classes at E.W.S. Fashion Academy, est. 1995

Nichols Concert Hall

Rembrandt Chamber Musicians 2025-2026 Season
Concert III: Philippe Quint plays Chausson
Friday, January 16, 2026 | 7 pm
Nichols Concert Hall, 1490 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201
Tickets:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rembrandtchambermusicians.org/tickets-subscriptions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rembrandtchambermu...</a>
Internationally acclaimed violinist Philippe Quint and celebrated pianist Jessica Choe join Rembrandt Chamber Musicians for an unforgettable evening of French and Swiss masterworks. The program opens with Bloch’s evocative Three Nocturnes for piano trio, followed by Debussy’s sensual and spirited Violin Sonata in G minor. The concert culminates in Chausson’s richly expressive Concert for Violin, Piano, and String Quartet, a tour de force of Romantic color and intensity.
Artists: Philippe Quint, violin; John Macfarlane, violin; TBD, violin; Carol Cook, viola; Calum Cook, cello; Jessica Choe, piano
Bloch: Three Nocturnes for Piano Trio, B. 56
Debussy: Sonata in G minor for Violin and Piano, L. 140
Chausson: Concert for Violin, Piano, and String Quartet, Op. 2

Local Event: Rembrandt Chamber Musicians: Philippe Quint plays Chausson

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Rembrandt Chamber Musicians 2025-2026 Season
Concert III: Philippe Quint plays Chausson
Friday, January 16, 2026 | 7 pm
Nichols...

Rembrandt Chamber Musicians: Philippe Quint plays Chausson

Rembrandt Chamber Musicians 2025-2026 Season
Concert IV: The Trout with Henry Kramer and Sam Shuhan
Friday, March 13, 2026 | 7 pm
The Chicago Temple, Dixon Chapel
77 W Washington St, 2nd Floor, Chicago, IL 60602
Tickets: <a href="https://www.rembrandtchambermusicians.org/tickets-subscriptions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rembrandtchambermu...</a>
Rembrandt Chamber Musicians welcomes renowned guest artists Henry Kramer, piano, and Sam Shuhan, double bass, for a program of lush Romantic masterpieces. The evening begins with Fauré’s dramatic and tender Piano Quartet in C minor, a work of lyrical elegance and emotional depth. Schubert’s beloved “Trout” Quintet follows, brimming with charm, warmth, and the composer’s signature melodic brilliance.
Artists: John Macfarlane, violin; Carol Cook, viola; Calum Cook, cello; Sam Shuhan, double bass; Henry Kramer, piano
Fauré: Piano Quartet in C minor, Op. 15
Schubert: Piano Quintet in A major D. 667

Local Event: Rembrandt Chamber Musicians: The Trout with Henry Kramer

Rembrandt Chamber Musicians: The Trout with...

Rembrandt Chamber Musicians 2025-2026 Season
Concert IV: The Trout with Henry Kramer and Sam Shuhan
Friday, March 13, 2026 | 7...

Rembrandt Chamber Musicians: The Trout with Henry Kramer

Rembrandt Chamber Musicians 2025-2026 Season
Concert V: Glinka Sextet with Marta Aznavoorian
Friday, May 15, 2026 | 7 pm
Nichols Concert Hall, 1490 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201
Tickets:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rembrandtchambermusicians.org/tickets-subscriptions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rembrandtchambermu...</a>
Rembrandt Chamber Musicians will present an evening of vibrant and lyrical masterpieces, beginning with Glinka’s Grand Sextet in E-flat, featuring Grammy-nominated pianist Marta Aznavoorian. The program continues with Dvořák’s radiant String Quintet in G Major, a work brimming with warmth, charm, and Bohemian spirit. Together, these two works showcase the ensemble’s artistry and passion for bringing timeless chamber music to life.
Artists: John Macfarlane, violin; Emily Nebel, violin; Carol Cook, viola; Calum Cook, cello; Sam Shuhan, double bass; Marta Aznavoorian, piano
Glinka: Grand Sextet in E-flat Major
Dvorak: String Quartet in G Major

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Rembrandt Chamber Musicians: Glinka Sextet with...

Rembrandt Chamber Musicians 2025-2026 Season
Concert V: Glinka Sextet with Marta Aznavoorian
Friday, May 15, 2026 | 7...

Rembrandt Chamber Musicians: Glinka Sextet with Marta Aznavoorian

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Rachel Barnes

Skokie

Eric DeGrechie

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Touch of Egypt LLC

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Tuesday, December 16

Chanukah Menorah Lighting Celebration

DEC

16

5:30 PM

Fountain Square, 1601 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL

Saturday, January 3, 2026

Willow Hill Lights - Open nightly thru Jan 4

JAN

3

5:00 PM

Willow Hill Golf Course, 1350 Willow Rd, Northbrook, IL

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Friday, May 15, 2026

Chanukah Menorah Lighting Celebration

Willow Hill Lights - Open nightly thru Jan 4

Touch of Egypt LLC

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Dr. Antonio Ganios - ProCare Family Dental

Dr. Perry Danos - ProCare Family Dental

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