n Winter Holidays in the 1890s
Nov. 21-Dec. 30
Kline Creek Farm
1N600 County Farm Road, West Chicago
http://www.facebook.com/klinecreekfarm
(630) 206-9576
Join a guided tour of the 1890s farm house focusing on winter holiday traditions. Learn how farm families decorated the tree, exchanged gifts, and prepared food for the holidays. All ages are welcome and registration is not required. No tours Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission: Free, $5 suggested donation per person ages 3 and up.
n ‘A Christmas Carol’
Nov. 22-24
McAninch Arts Center
College of DuPage
425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn
(630) 942-4000
The College of DuPage Theater presents Charles Dickens’ treasured tale of Ebenezer Scrooge in this family-friendly 70-minute show. A pre-show discussion with the director and designers will be held at 5:45 p.m. Nov. 22; a post-show discussion with the director and cast will be held Nov. 23 after the 5 p.m. performance. Times: 7 p.m. Nov. 22, 2 & 5 p.m. Nov. 23 & 24. Tickets: $16, $14 for youth.
n Christmas at Cantigny
Nov. 22-Jan. 5
Cantigny Park
1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton
(630) 668-5161
Explore a dazzling array of experiences while strolling a half-mile, fully ADA- and stroller-accessible path. Enjoy music-orchestrated light shows, festive decorations, larger-than-life flower sculptures and a towering 28-foot Christmas tree. Stop by the Holiday Shop to pick up a Cantigny-grown poinsettia. The McCormick House is open with rooms adorned in festive splendor. Instead of Christmas music, experience a special light show with songs from favorite eras during “A Very Taylor Christmas” on most Sunday evenings. Enjoy a scenic outdoor skate at the rink adjacent to Le Jardin. Visit the website listed above for a full schedule. Tickets: $12 to $38, with discounts for advance purchases.
n Pizza with Santa
Nov. 30
KLM Park
5901 County Line Road
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Santa is making a last minute stop by The Lodge at KLM Park for a pizza lunch. Be sure to bring a camera. Time: noon to 1:30 p.m. Cost: $30. RR
n ‘The Most Wonderful Time of the Year’
Nov. 30 & Dec. 1
Emmanuel Episcopal Church
203 S. Kensington Ave., La Grange
http://www.hinsdalechorale.org
(312) 510-1823
The Hinsdale Chorale will perform its annual holiday concert, with the first half featuring Haydn’s “Little Organ Mass” and other works. The second half of the program will include a variety of both traditional and more contemporary Christmas pieces. Time: 7 p.m. Nov. 30, 3 p.m. Dec. 1. Tickets: $20, $15 for students and seniors.
• Hinsdale for the Holidays
Dec. 7
Burlington Park
30 E. Chicago Ave.
Enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides, cookie decorating and visits with Santa. Santa will return on Dec. 14 and 21. Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
n Winter Wonderland
Dec. 1
KLM Park
5901 County Line Road
http://www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr
(630) 789-7090
Join this fourth annual event featuring photos with Santa, music, holiday crafts and activities, visits with favorite “Frozen” characters, a hot chocolate bar, treats station and more. Sign up for time slot — and bring along a new toy to donate to the Toys for Tots drive. Times: 9 to 10 a.m., 10 to 11 a.m., 11 a.m. to noon and noon to 1 p.m. Cost: $20. RR
n The Second City: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly Sweater
Dec. 1
McAninch Arts Center
College of DuPage
425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn
(630) 942-4000
Kick-off the holiday season with this fast-paced, interactive comedy revue stuffed with seasonal songs, sketches, and of course, The Second City’s world-famous improv comedy. The show may contain adult themes and language. Times: 3 and 6 p.m. Tickets: $31-$49.
n ‘Christmas on State Street’
Dec. 4
Hinsdale Public Library
20 E. Maple St.
http://www.hinsdalelibrary.info
(630) 986-1976
For decades, Christmas in Chicago meant a trip or two to State Street. This lecture by Leslie Goddards explores the history of Christmas at the big department stores on State Street using photos, ads and memorabilia. Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m. RR
n Holiday Favorites with the Jolly Boys
Dec. 4
Hinsdale Public Library
20 E. Maple St.
http://www.hinsdalelibrary.info
(630) 986-1976
Enjoy this performance of holiday favorites with Hinsdale’s own Jolly Boys and embrace the season. Hot chocolate will be provided. Time: 3 to 4 p.m. RR
n Hinsdale Christmas Walk
Dec. 6
Downtown Hinsdale
http://www.hinsdalechamber.com
The Hinsdale Chamber of Commerce presents this holiday kick-off, starting with a tree lighting ceremony on the lawn of the Memorial Building at 5 p.m., where Santa Claus will make an appearance. Then head downtown to enjoy carousel and train rides, sip on hot chocolate, do some early Christmas shopping and collect give-aways. Time: 5 to 7 p.m.
n Holiday Art and Craft Market
Dec. 7-8
Mayslake Peabody Estate
1717 W. 31st St., Oak Brook
(630) 206-9566
Shop for quality artisan holiday gifts for family and friends. Those under 18 must be with an adult. Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 8.
n Merry
Dec. 8
Hinsdale Central High School
5500 S. Grant St.
http://www.westsubsymphony.org
Join the West Suburban Symphony in welcoming Santa with a choral and orchestral program including Leroy Anderson’s “Christmas Festival,” John Williams’ “Three Holiday Songs” from the movie “Home Alone,” Mannheim Steamroller hits, carol medleys and music from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet. Time: 3:30 p.m. Tickets: $30, $25 for seniors, $5 for teens, free for ages 12 and younger.
n Holiday Concert
Dec. 14
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
1310 Shepherd Drive, Naperville
The New Horizons Band of DuPage will perform well-known Christmas selections and audience favorites. The concert will include the New Horizons Concert Band, Brass Choir, German Band, Jazz Band and Woodwind Consort. New Horizons consist of musicians from Chicago and the suburbs under the direction of Maryann Flock. Light refreshments will follow the concert. Time: 3 p.m. Admission: Free, with donations accepted.
n ‘The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley’
Through Dec. 15
McAninch Arts Center
College of DuPage
425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn
(630) 942-4000
As the events of Miss Bennet unfold upstairs at Pemberley, the servants below find themselves in the midst of a different holiday scandal. George Wickham, Lydia’s incorrigible husband and Mr. Darcy’s sworn enemy, has arrived to disrupt the celebration. A post-show discussion with the director and cast will be held on Nov. 22. The Dec. 5 show will include an ASL performance. Times: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays to Saturdays, 3 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: $44, $42 for seniors.
