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Miracle on 34th Street Fireside Theatre, Fort Atkins, WI Miracle on 34th Street is a big brassy Broadway musical with a heart. Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade needs a new Santa. Enter Kris Kringle – a sweet and jolly old man who claims that he is the real Santa Claus. Thus, begins this funny, warm, tuneful, and inspirational musical as Kris has to prove his claim in court and teach his cynical neighbor and her daughter to believe in the goodness and love that is Christmas. Select one entrée from a choice of Chicken and Ribs, Steak Diane, or Seared Duck Breast. Fee includes lunch, ticket and transportation. Registration deadline: October 31.

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Ring in the holiday season with a visit to The Griffins Museum of Science and Industry to explore the rich holiday traditions from around the globe with Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light. View a four-story, floor-to-dome Grand Tree, surrounded by a forest of more than 50 decorated trees and displays that represent the holiday traditions from cultures around the globe. It’s the one-of-a-kind experience that brings a whole world of holiday joy under one roof. Afterwards, lunch at a local downtown restaurant.

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Pollinator Gardening with Native Plants Learn about the positive impact you can make on the local ecosystem through gardening. Learn about the common pitfalls of planting a pollinator garden and how to use indigenous plants to lure winged beauty. Sample garden palates and simple design techniques will be covered to inspire your green thumb. Program run by Sara Strother, a certified Cook County Master Naturalist and the owner of Planted Green LLC. CAC

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Let this flower arranging class boost your mood, stimulate your intellect, and engage your senses while improving your motor function and dexterity. To get your creative juices flowing we will begin class with yoga followed by guided instruction to help you create your own beautiful floral arrangement for Valentine's Day! Cost includes instruction and all supplies. Instructor: Jodi Fedoruk. CAC

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Jewelry Making Series - Bracelet Learn easy and fun ways to make jewelry in this 3-part jewelry making series. Come to one or to all three classes where you will make bracelets, earrings or necklaces. Create unique pieces for yourself or to gift, and design the pieces to be worn together or separately. All supplies and instruction included. Instructor: Robin Moss. CAC

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