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Science + You at The Kohl Children’s Museum Kohl Children’s Museum offers a hands-on childsized laboratory to explore how scientists impact their health and wellness. kohlchildrens museum.org Rise Up: Stonewall and the LGBTQ Rights Movement at The Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center Blending together historic images and artifacts of the LBBTQ+ rights
movement, the 85 items on display in Rise Up include posters from Harvey Milk’s campaign for public office in San Francisco, a rainbow flag in its original colors signed by its creator Gilbert Baker, and early LGBTQ magazines and publications. Ilholocaustmuseum.org The Office Experience Fan of the beloved hit series The Office, this event is for you. Have you ever wanted to sit at Pam’s desk? Visit Schrute Farms? Grab
your timed-entry tickets in advance, as the pop-up will only be in town through Jan. 17, 2022. theoffice experience.com Macy’s Holiday Windows Don’t miss this fun holiday tradition and while you are there check out the Great Tree inside of the historic Walnut Room. macys.com/chicago-il Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light at the Museum of Science and Industry
Explore rich holiday traditions from around the globe while creating your own traditions with loved ones. This year the museum is celebrating the golden age of travel with themed décor and a spotlight on the Pioneer Zephyr train and Take Flight’s 727. Pay a visit to Santa in his festive studio inside the Holiday Store. Reservations required to visit Santa. msichicago.org Skating Ribbon at Maggie Daley Park
It’s a classic Chicago winter activity! Skate on a ribbon of ice with the city as a backdrop. Reservations are required. maggiedaleypark.com DEC. 7-23: Q Brothers Christmas Carol at Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier Chicago hip hop sensations the Q Brothers will heat up the holidays with a entertaining 80-minute ad-rap-tation of Charles Dickens’ classic. chicagoshakes.com
DEC. 16: Adults Night Out: Holidaze at Lincoln Park Zoo From 6:30 - 10 p.m., guests can enjoy unique animal chats, educational entertainment, a live DJ, and multiple bars throughout the zoo. Proceeds help the zoo stay free and open 365 days a year. lpzoo.org DEC. 18-19: Renegade Craft Fair The Renegade is a special event where the best of community and creativity merge as hundreds of local artists and small
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