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Nov 2011  |  By kelly Konrad  |  Comments

5 Things to Do: November 18 - 20

We're heading into the home stretch before the holiday season—make this weekend about what YOU want to do.

Here are several great suggestions for some intimate one-on-one family time, hanging out with the gal pals and maybe even, if you're lucky, a night out with your significant other.

 

Magnificent Mile Lights Festival
Saturday, November 19
Chicago

McCormick Tribune Ice Skating Rink Opens
Ongoing
Millennium Park, Chicago

Grab your skates and hit the ice for free, or rent a pair downtown—this outdoor rink in the hart of Chicago has become a holiday tradition for many and makes for a magical time—whether it's a romantic evening or a family day trip.

 

Women's Club of Evanston Presents: Cornucopia
Friday, November 18 - Sunday, November 20
Evanston

Grab a girlfriend and get some shopping done, whether it's for you or someone you love. More shopping now means less shopping later!

 

Randolph Street Holiday Market
Saturday, November 19 and Sunday, November 20
Chicago

Headed downtown? Sneak in a visit to the Holiday Market for the vintage and funky lovers on your list.

 

Chicago Toy and Game Fair
Saturday, November 19 and Sunday, November 20
Navy Pier

You can't go wrong entertaining kids with a trip to a toy fair—make a day of it Saturday and stay for the Lights Festival.

 

Wait! There's more!

Shawn Mullins, Metropolis Performing Art Centre, Arlington Heights—make it a date night with a famous recording artist on Saturday night!

Wilmette Holiday Parade, downtown Wilmette—Kick off the holiday season this weekend with the first of several community parades. Look for Make It Better and get ready to catch some candy!

Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital Holiday Boutique—A Lake Forest tradition, in a new location!

Art is ... Celebration—Don't miss the opening night reception for the Deer Path Gallery's holiday exhibit and holiday boutique.