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  November 27 - January 3
WONDERLAND EXPRESS
Exhibition of miniature trains winds over bridges, under trestles, and through mini-replicas of Chicago's favorite landmarks. One of the Chicago area’s top holiday “must-sees,” and a family-friendly, made-for-memories experience. Bring the smartphones and video cameras, as our holiday exhibition delights children and parents, friends and families. Kids, look out for Thomas the Tank Engine! Caroling, Handmade wreaths for sale, Ice Sculpting and a Holiday market add to the festivities.
Location: Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Rd., Glencoe

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December 25
CHRISTMAS DAY BRUNCH
10 am - 4 pm: Celebrate Christmas with a festive brunch buffet along with bottomless champagne. 
Location: Hilton Chicago/Northbrook, 2855 N. Milwaukee Ave., Northbroo
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  December 31
FIRST NIGHT EVANSTON
Evanston New Year's Eve celebration features  performers in a kaleidoscope of genres, plus family-friendly performances and activities for kids both big and little! It's a night for friends, music, poetry, fun with great food trucks for refreshment! Events take place  in 6 venues surrounding Raymond Park in downtown Evanston. A single admission button gets you into all the venues!
Location: Throughout Downtown Evanston
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  December 31
NEW YEAR'S EVE BASH AT KOHL CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
We saved the biggest event of the year for last! 2 parties - 1 BIG day! 8:30 - 11 a.m. Morning Session geared to pre-school ages* | 12:30 - 3 p.m. Afternoon Session geared to early elementary ages*. We're doubling the fun with two New Years celebrations as we transform an entire wing of the Museum into a giant Times Square style party with the biggest confetti drop you've ever seen!
Location: Kohl Children's Museum, 2100 Patriot Blvd., Glenview
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December 31
NEW YEAR'S EVE GALA
Ring in 2016 at the Hilton Chicago/Northbrook! Enjoy butler passed Hors d'Oeuvres, a decadent four-course dinner, five hour open bar, midnight champagne toast, party hats and favors, non-stop dancing with an elite DJ as well as deluxe overnight accommodations. Make your reservations today.
Location: Hilton Chicago/Northbrook, 2855 N. Milwaukee Ave., Northbroo
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December 31
NEW YEAR'S EVE BURLESQUE BASH!
Cheers to 2016! Head to Peckish Pig Thursday, December 31 for their New Year's Eve Burlesque Bash. Enjoy a burlesque show, live music, and champagne toast. Reservations available with 3-course dinner package.
Location: Peckish Pig, 623 Howard St., Evanston

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December 31
THE GREAT GATSBY NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY
Here's to 2016! Head to Pavilion Restaurant & Lounge/Petergof Banquet Hall on December 31 for one of the biggest New Year's Eve celebrations on the North Shore. Make your reservation today. 
Location: Paviilion Restaurant & Lounge, 577 S. Waukegan Rd., Northbrook

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December 31
KIDS ONLY NYE BASH!
Enjoy an adult New Years celebration nearby while kids have their own New Years Eve bash at FlavorPot. They'll have all the festivities the New Year brings, complete with confetti, hats, noise makers and a countdown! Kids will cook, eat and celebrate for a memorable evening. 
Location: FlavorPot, The Glen Town Center, Glenview

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  Through December 31
ILLUMINATED CANVAS WORKSHOP
Paint, sip, then light that canvas up! Check out the newly crafted Illuminated Canvas workshops at Pinot’s Palette this holiday season. These classes include a canvas lighting kit, batteries and instruction on how to light the canvas. It's just too oh-la-la to pass up.
Location: Pinot's Palette, The Glen Town Center, Glenview

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  November 27 - December 31
HOLIDAY PAINTING PARTIES AT BOTTLE AND BOTTEGA
11/21 - 12-21: Holiday Wine & Beer Glass Painting Parties
11/25 - 12/31: Holiday Canvas Painting Party
11/27 - 12/1: Bottle & Bottega's Weekend of Holiday Giving
11/29 - 12/21: Holiday Ornament Painting Parties
12/28 - 12/31: *Winter Break* Painting Party
12/31: New Year's Eve Painting Party!
Location: Bottle & Bottega, 1016 Davis St., Evanston

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January 1
NEW YEAR'S DAY BRUNCH
10 am - 4 pm: Start off 2016 with a delicious New Year's Day Brunch at the Hilton Chicago/Northbrook. Enjoy a delicious buffet and bottomless mimosas!
Location: Hilton Chicago/Northbrook, 2855 N. Milwaukee Ave., Northbroo
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January 1
NEW YEAR'S DAY BRUNCH
10:30 am - 5 pm: Start off the new year with a good resolution and spend more time with friends and family at Creperie Saint Germain. They'll be serving their signature Sunday Brunch until 5 pm. 
Location: Creperie Saint Germain, 1512 Sherman Ave., Evanston

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