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Thursday
Winter Wonderwalk: Woodlands Academy’s 22nd annual Winter Wonderwalk and Holiday Boutique benefit kicks off with a Boutique Preview Party on Thursday in the Gloria Dei Center on the school’s campus. The main event follows on Friday morning. In addition to offering tours of homes in Lake Forest and Ft. Sheridan for the Winter Wonderwalk, Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart has partnered with Chicago Fair Trade for new boutique shopping options. For more information, or to purchase tickets, go to the website. Preview party: 2 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Winter Wonderwalk and Holiday Boutique: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart, 760 E. Westleigh Road, Lake Forest, $10-$70 (Reduced ticket prices are available until Nov. 27), 847-234-4300
GLMV Holiday Kickoff Party: The business community joins together for a special event kicking off the holiday season. This party includes: appetizers, cash bar, raffles and entertainment. 5:15 p.m. Thursday, Mickey Finn’s Brewery, 345 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville, $30 members advance; $35 non members and at door, 847-680-0750
Country With a Little Ballroom: Enjoy a lesson followed by open dance for all styles. 7 p.m. Thursday, Dress Up & Dance, 206 Terrace Drive, Mundelein, $12
Saturday
Ballet Makkai “Nutcracker”: Tickets may be purchased at: https://fs30.formsite.com/ernmak/form8/index.html. Use your “Nutcracker” ticket after the show for discounts and promotions at select downtown Highland Park businesses. 4 p.m. Saturday, Elm Place Middle School, 2031 Sheridan Road, Highland Park, $20, 847-433-1449
Christmas Home Tour – Lake Bluff: This popular tour brings the splendor of history and the holidays to life. Participants are treated to a glimpse at homes decorated to reflect the owners’ unique style. A holiday boutique is included. Tours start at the museum between the hours of 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday, Lake Bluff History Museum, 127 E. Scranton Ave., Lake Bluff, $50, 847-482-1571
Ansel B. Cook House Victorian Christmas: The Libertyville-Mundelein Historical Society welcomes visitors to experience a Victorian Christmas at the 1878 Ansel B. Cook Home this holiday season. Noon Saturday, Ansel B. Cook House, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville, $2 adults; $1 seniors and students, 847-362-2330
Sweat With Santa: Enjoy any group exercise classes free on this day with a canned food donation. Check mundeleinparks.org for participating class schedule. 7 a.m. Saturday, Park View Health & Fitness Center, 1401 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein, free, 847-388-5430
The Art of Allowing – A Reflection of Your Magnificence: Christina paints a reflection of the energy she senses in the room while Ginger facilitates an energy healing session. The results of these unique paintings are astounding — with each with a personality all its own. 9 a.m. Saturday, Entourage Clinical Services, Inc., 697 S. Lake St., Mundelein, $100 (Email info@virginia-adams.com for further details or to make payment arrangements other than PayPal), 847-406-0789
Sunday
Fourth Annual Fair Trade Fair at NSUC: Purchase items to support a living wage with items like: sterling silver jewelry by artisans in Bali, Indonesia; equal exchange coffees and teas; chocolates, hand-made items from the central highlands of Guatemala; ornaments and nativities, jewelry, scarves, bags and accessories. This is hosted by the Social Action Committee of the church. 9:30 a.m. Sunday, North Shore Unitarian Church, 2100 Half Day Road, Deerfield, free, 847-234-2460
Ballet Makkai “Nutcracker”: Tickets may be purchased at: https://fs30.formsite.com/ernmak/form8/index.html. See what the Magic Ticket Promotion can do as you use your Ballet Makkai Nutcracker Ticket after the show for discounts and promotions at your favorite downtown Highland Park places. 4 p.m. Sunday, Elm Place Middle School, 2031 Sheridan Road, Highland Park, $20, 847-433-1449
Lake Bluff Holiday Shoppe: The landscape design firm opens its annual Holiday Shoppe which will be filled with fresh-cut evergreen wreaths, indoor and outdoor containers, mantle and table arrangements, and fresh-cut trees of all sizes. On-site experts are available, offering assistance in designing, selecting and installing your own personal holiday wonderland. 9 a.m. daily, Mariani Landscape, 300 Rockland Road, Lake Bluff, see website, 847-234-2172
“Scrooge and the Ghostly Spirits”: Taking place through Dec. 23, this world-premiere musical is based on Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” This family favorite brings all the cherished characters and themes to life through an original score and the magic of song and dance. Book, music and lyrics by Douglas Post, and directed by Scott Phelps. 3 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m. Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, 8 p.m. Friday, 8 p.m. Saturday, Citadel Theatre Company, 300 S. Waukegan Road, Lake Forest, $40 with special pricing for students, seniors and groups, 847-735-8554
St. Andrews Youth Christmas Tree Sale: This tree sale runs through Dec. 21. Trees offered are: Frasier Firs, Balsam and spruces, along with 24-inch, 48-inch and 60-inch wreaths, garland rope. This supports: Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, middle and high school programs, with varied prices, depending on tree size. 3 to 9 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 10 S. Lake St., Mundelein, prices vary, 847-566-8081
Wilbat Glass Studio Open Houses: Local award-winning glass artist James Wilbat demonstrates the beauty of glassblowing at his studio. These free glassblowing demonstrations can be experienced on weekends through Dec. 17. For more details, go to the website or call 847-940-0015. 10 a.m. Sunday and Saturday, James R. Wilbat Glass Studio, 854 Tower Road, Mundelein, free, 847-566-6205
