Autumn is here with more amazing events for you to enjoy the arts, explore different neighborhoods, discover new cultural opportunities through food and festivals, and so much more. Here’s a round-up of five activities this weekend that we think you will love!
Shoot Your Shot at a Turkey!
Time to win a turkey with that great free throw of yours! Glenview Park Center is hosting their Thanksgiving Turkey Shoot for your (hoop) shot at being the hero of your Thanksgiving table this year. Each pair will attempt 10 free throws and the highest scorers will win a turkey from Harrison’s Poultry Farm.
Date: November 19
Time: 9:00 – 11:00AM
Cost: $10
Location: Glenview Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Ave
More info: glenviewparks.org
Nature Through Their Eyes
Sign the kids up for a day of creative building, photography, and nature. They’ll build their very own ‘pinhole camera’ to keep and will take home up to 5 to take home and will take home up to 5 photos of the nature around them in beautiful Emily Oaks Nature Park. Encourage a keen eye for the beauty of the outdoors in this awesome class.
Date: November 19
Time: 1:00 – 2:30PM
Cost: $10+
Location: Emily Oaks Nature Park Skokie, 4650 Brummel St
More info: skokieparks.org
Wildcats in the House- Everybody Say It Now!
The Northwestern Men’s Basketball team is playing the Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodon’s at the Welsh-Ryan Arena this weekend. Wear your purple and white best to support the Wildcats at home during this game. Bring the whole family and get ready to cheer BIG!
Date: November 18
Time: 7:00PM
Cost: $20+
Location: Welsh-Ryan Arena Evanston, 2705 Ashland Ave
More info: nusports.com
How Bazaar!
The holiday season is here, and it’s time to start checking off your shopping list! Make your way to the Holiday Bazaar find the most unique gifts this year. Local artisans will be selling their best handmade and designed items for everyone on your list. Grab your pals and go on a local shopping spree!
Date: November 18-20
Time: Fri 6:00 – 9:00PM; Sat 10:00AM – 5:00PM; Sun 10:00AM – 4:00PM
Cost: Free
Location: The Women’s Club of Evanston, 1702 Chicago Ave
More info: wcofe.org
Player’s Only Love You When They’re Playing
Fleetwood Mask is the only Fleetwood Mac cover band in America with Mick Fleetwood’s seal of approval…and they are in Skokie this weekend! Don’t miss hearing your favorite classic rock hits live. From ‘Dreams’ to ‘Landslide,’ you won’t want to miss this five-piece band while they play one amazing show!
Date: November 19
Time: 6:45PM
Cost: $150+
Location: North Shore Center for Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd
More info: northshorecenter.org
