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Attractions
Rink Side Sports and Family Entertainment Center - Located in Gurnee Mills Mall near Six Flags Great America! An NHL regulation size ice skating rink, 180 video, interactive, and redemption games, Lazer Tag Arena, and restaurant that serves the best homemade pizza around! Whether simply visiting us on your own, or coming as a group or Birthday Party, it will be a memorable day! Chicago Botanic Garden - The Chicago Botanic Garden features 23 spectacular gardens on 385 acres, the Garden is a place of ever-changing beauty. Odyssey Fun World - Odyssey Fun World features outdoor and indoor activities including two 18 hole Adventure Golf courses, a KIDZ Adventure Park, bumper boats, Hydro Racer Speed boats, baseball and softball batting stations, two wild go kart tracks, a four-level children's interactive play land and over 250 ""state-of-the-art"" video games, LaserTrek, VR2002 Roller Coaster, Super Kiddie Rides and lots more. Dinorex - Dinorex is a themed family amusement park featuring bumper cars, rexo coaster, a primitive train and much more. Fun World - Naperville - Phase II of Odyssey Fun World features a 36 hole Adventure golf course, Go-Kart Track, a Bumper Boat Lagoon, and a Kidz Adventure Park with several exciting rides and attractions primarily for children 10 and under. Indoor activities include four-level children's interactive play land and over 200 ""state-of-the-art"" video games, LaserTrek, VR2002 Roller Coaster, Super Kiddie Rides and more. Ladd Arboretum - Evanston Park District's 23-acre arboretum includes a prairie park, bird sanctuary, ecology center, nature programs and summer camp Challenge Park Xtreme - Challenge Park Xtreme is an extreme sports theme park where visitors can enjoy paintball, BMX, mountain biking, skateboarding and more. Kohl Children's Museum - Children ages 1-8 can touch and explore exhibits in addition to participating in planned daily activities. The exhibits encourage the building of strong social skills by creating situations which require children to help each other and work as a team. Ernest Hemingway Museum & Birthplace - The Ernest Hemingway Museum & Birthplace focuses on the life and work of Ernest Hemingway with emphasis on his Oak Park origins and his impact on world literature. Morton Arboretum - Beautiful gardens and landscapes are found throughout the Arboretum's 1,700 acres. More than 41,000 plants, representing 3,300 different types of plants from around the world, provide research scientists, horticulturists, arborists, teachers, students, and homeowners with a wealth of information. Arlington Park - Arlington Park features thorough-bred racing, festivals, concerts, expos and more. Brookfield Zoo - Brookfield Zoo is located just 14 miles west of downtown Chicago and is considered one of Illinois' top attractions.		DuPage Children's Museum - The mission of the DuPage Children's Museum is to stimulate curiosity, creativity, thinking and problem solving among young children. Children's familiar experiences are expanded through self-directed, interactive exhibits and programs focusing on the integration of the arts and sciences. It is a safe and inviting environment where both children and adults learn and play together. Metropolis Performing Arts Centre - Located in the heart of downtown Arlington Heights, the new exciting Metropolis Performing Arts Centre is designed to bring a full spectrum of artistic performances to a beautiful, new and intimate setting. The Centre offers a wide variety of top quality entertainment; drama, musicals, dance, children's theater and symphonic performances. Public Museum - Offering exhibits and educational programs in natural history and anthropology for families, school groups, scouts, clubs, organizations, home schoolers, and anyone who wants to have fun while learning! Six Flags Great America - Six Flags Great America has not one, not two, but 11 world class coasters! With over 40 amazing rides, plus spectacular shows and attractions, it is no wonder why Six Flags Great America is the Midwest's premier theme park. Allstate Arena - The Arena hosts more than 150 events annually, attracting an average of 1.5 million audience members to witness some of the world's top musical performers, exciting sporting events and fun-for-everyone family entertainment. Argonne National Laboratory - The Argonne Information Center offers an excellent introduction to Argonne. Located at the Illinois site's main gate, it is filled with interactive exhibits about Argonne's research programs and history. Funway Entertainment Center - The Fox Valley's largest indoor and outdoor family entertainment center. This 5 1/2 acre park offers many options and fun for guests of all ages. Attractions include rollerskating rink, video arcade, bumper cars, gokarts, bumper boats, batting cages, minigolf and more. Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory - This acclaimed center for high-energy physics research possesses the highest energy particle accelerator in the world. The laboratory grounds offer an ample supply of open country for various recreational activities. Mitchell Museum of the American Indian - The Mitchell Museum of the American Indian is the only museum in the Chicago-area that focuses exclusively on the history, culture and arts of North American native peoples. The Museum's collections range from the Paleo-Indian period through the present days. Scitech Hands On Museum - The Scitech Hands On Museum offers over 200 hands-on exhibits demonstrating the principles of electricity, weather, astronomy and nuclear energy. Volo Auto Museum - The 30-acre theme park is known worldwide for its multi-million dollar collection of nearly 300 antique and famous cars, which it displays year round in five climate-controlled showrooms. The museum is the proud home of one of the largest collections of legendary vehicles from America's favorite films and television shows.

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American Toby Jug Museum Showcasing the largest collection of Toby and Character Jugs in the world including many rare and unique jugs within the complete Royal Doulton collection. On display are over 6,000 pieces illustrating their evolution from inception c. 1765 to the present day. Admission free, by appointment. 910 Chicago Ave. | Evanston, IL 60202 | 877-862-9687

Baha'i House of Worship One of only seven in the world and the only one in North America, the Baha'i House of Worship is the largest and the oldest surviving Bahá'í Temple. Standing on the shores of Lake Michigan, the auditorium, with its walls of lace-like ornamentation and its dome rising 135 feet above the main floor, offers a scene of unsurpassed beauty. It is surrounded by exquisite gardens and fountains. This imposing and dramatic structure has received numerous design awards, and is on the National Register of Historic Places. 100 Linden Ave. | Wilmette, IL 60091 | 847-853-2325

Captain Richard A. Schram Memorial Museum and former Navy Chapel The Captain Richard A. Schram Memorial Museum and former Navy Chapel named for a distinguished Navy flier, it was originally erected at the Glenview Naval Air Station in 1945 then moved to its present location just south of Park Center and completely restored. 1799 Patriot Blvd. | Glenview, IL 60026 | 847-657-3461

Centre East Bringing quality professional entertainment and emerging artists from around the world for over 25 years, Centre East offers the best in music, comedy and dance. Performances take place in their 869 seat theatre at the $20 million North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, the premiere performance space in Chicago's North Shore. 9501 Skokie Boulevard | Skokie, IL 60077 | 847-679-9501

Chicago Botanic Garden Climb a waterfall garden, discover hidden rooms inside an English Walled Garden, cross 11 bridges spanning sparkling lakes, and discover a garden with 15 trains chugging across bridges and trestles. The Chicago Botanic Garden brings you 385 acres and 23 gardens of wonder to explore, twelve months a year. Highlights include seasonal festivals and tours, year-round greenhouses, art exhibitions, a school and lots of ways for families to learn about the wonders of nature. 1000 Lake Cook Rd. | Glencoe, IL 60022 | 847-835-5440

City of Evanston/ Forestry & Recreation Evanston maintains 75 beautiful public parks, including recreational facilities for a variety of sports and 50 playgrounds. During the summer, five public swimming beaches are open along the Lake Michigan shoreline. 2100 Ridge Ave. | Evanston, IL 60201 | 847-866-2900

Ed Rudolph Northbrook Velodrome The Velodrome is an outdoor bicycle racing facility. Founded in 1959, the Northbrook Velodrome is a 382 meter outdoor track, asphalt coated with concrete slurry and paint. It banks 18 degrees. It is open during the warm weather months. Waukegan Road at Maple | Northbrook, IL 847-291-2974 ext. 646

Emily Oaks Nature Center Nature is truly appreciated at our thirteen-acre savanna and center. People of all ages will enjoy this natural oasis full of native wildflowers, grasses, oak trees, three-acre pond and trails. Some of the plants and animals that frequent the pond or have been sighted in the savanna include Great Blue Herons, Coyotes, Flying Squirrels, Northern Water Snakes, Red Foxes and Cooper's Hawks. 4650 Brummel St. | Skokie, IL 60076 | 847-674-1500 ext. 2500

Evanston Arts Depot This cultural center is a restored train station in the heart of Evanston. Home of Piccolo Theatre and Custer's Last Stand Festival and features classes in movement and meditation. 600 Main St. | Evanston, IL 60202 | 847-328-2204

Evanston Beaches Evanston's beaches are open to the public during the summer months for a daily fee. Swimming, boating, picnicking, and tennis facilities are available with miles of biking and jogging paths along Lake Michigan. Lighthouse Beach,Central Street at Sheridan Road, Clark Street BeachClark Street at Sheridan Road,Dempster/Greenwood Street Beach,Greenwood Street at the lake, Lee Street Beach Lee Street & Lakeshore Boulevard, South Boulevard Beach South Boulevard at the lake. Evanston Lakefront |

Evanston Symphony Orchestra The ESO was founded in 1945 by a handful of veterans and amateur musicians who were passionate about making music together. All concerts are on Sundays at 2:30 p.m. P.O. Box 778 | Pick Staiger Concert Hall | Evanston, IL 60204 | 847-864-8804

Evelyn Pease Tyner Interpretive Center Set amidst 32.5 acres of pristine prairie, the Evelyn Pease Tyner Interpretive Center, serves as both gateway and guide to the Air Station Prairie -- and as an example of how man made structures can harmonize with the environment. Interpretive panels on the outer walls provide information on local plants and animals, wetlands, soil conservation and gardening. Surrounding the Center are a number of "interpretive zones," including a wetland deck, a sidewalk time line and history wall, and paths extending around the prairie. 2400 Compass Rd. | Glenview, IL 60026 | 847-299-6096

Exploritorium Rated as the "Best Rainy Day Activity Site" by Chicago Magazine in, the Exploritorium is a place where children and adults can come and explore together through interactive play. Create a project in our arts area or make-believe in our costumed dress-up are. Build with all sizes of blocks and run your fingers through the water play area. Log on to the fun at the computer stations and experience new heights in the two and a half story tubes and tunnels. 4701 Oakton St. | Skokie, IL 60076 | 847-674-1500 ext. 2700

Frances Willard House Frances Willard was one of the most prominent social reformers in 19th century America. Willard rallied support for temperance as well as many other important reform movements including woman's suffrage, women's economic and religious rights, prison reforms, education reforms and labor reforms. The Frances Willard Historical Association invites you to visit the Frances Willard House, Willard's home from its construction in 1865 until her death in 1898. 1730 Chicago Ave. | Evanston, IL 60201 | 847-328-7500

Glenview National 9 Golf Club The Glenview Park District's newest course, the Glenview National 9 Golf Club, is a 9 hole 2000 yard par 31 course designed with all players in mind. Designed by internationally known award-winning golf course architect Rick Jacobson of Jacobson Golf Course Design, Inc., each hole features four sets of tees to accommodate varying skill levels among players. The course boasts pristine conditions that rival courses 10 times more expensive. Open dawn to dusk 7 days/week 2800 W. Lake Ave. | Glenview, IL 60026 | 847-657-1637

Glenview Park Golf Club Experience pure golfing enjoyment at the Glenview Park Golf Club. Beautifully landscaped with an extensive variety of trees, shrubs and flowers, this 18-hole, 6,133 yard par 70 course features a choice of three bent grass tee boxes on every hole. The Glenview Park Golf Club offers amenities of a private club but is open to the public. Conveniently located in the near north suburbs of Chicago, it is easily accessible from I-294 or the Edens Expressway and definitely worth the drive. 800 Shermer Rd. | Glenview, IL 60025 | 847-724-0250

Green Bay Trail The Green Bay Trail begins in Wilmette and is 9 miles long ending in Highland Park. Activities on the trail include: walking, biking, cross country skiing, and in-line skating. The trail is asphalt and crushed stone and runs parallel to the Chicago and Northwestern rail line. The trail stays within one mile of lake Michigan and provides ample opportunities to enjoy the many eating establishments and beautiful homes along the way.

Grosse Point Lighthouse Built by the United States Government in 1873 as the lead lighthouse marking the approach to Chicago after several shipwrecks demonstrated its need. In 1999, Grosse Point Lighthouse was designated a National Historic Landmark by the National Park Service the first lighthouse on the Great Lakes to carry that status. The Garden Club of Evanston maintains wildflower and butterfly gardens as attractive features of the lighthouse grounds. 2600 Sheridan Rd. | Evanston, IL 60201 | 847-328-6961

Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center Opening in early 2009, this new center is a 65,000 square-foot building designed by renowned architect Stanley Tigerman. The Museum is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the Holocaust by honoring the memories of those who were lost and by teaching the universal lessons that combat hatred, prejudice and indifference. The museum features an authentic early 20th century German rail car, an inspiring Hall of Remembrance for contemplation and reflection, a permanent exhibition chronicling life before, during and after the Holocaust, a youth exhibit for 9-11 year olds highlighting the lessons of the Holocaust and a 225 seat auditorium. 9603 Woods Dr. | Skokie, IL 60076 | 847-491-0905

Kohl Children's Museum Kohl Children's Museum offers 17 hands-on, interactive exhibits designed exclusively for children ages birth to 8. All of the exhibits and programs are designed to make learning fun and interesting for young children. A visit to a grocery store, a veterinarian's office as well as a day care inhabited by dolls allow children to participate in adult activities on their own scale. Children can build a house, make music, take care of cars, explore the properties of water and much more in the many engaging exhibits featured. 2100 Patriot Blvd. | Glenview, IL 60026 | 847-832-6600

Ladd Memorial Arboretum & Evanston Ecology Center Stretching along a three-quarter mile segment of McCormick Boulevard on a narrow, 23 acre strip of reclaimed land following the diagonal course of the North Shore Channel, the Ladd Memorial Arboretum is an area of natural beauty and recreation open year-round. The Ecology Center serves as the education nucleus of the arboretum. 2024 Mc Cormick Blvd. | Evanston, IL 60201 | 847-864-5181

Light Opera Works Light Opera Works presents a season of professional musical theater productions. Three mainstage productions are presented with full cast and orchestra at Cahn Auditorium and smaller musicals are presented on the company's second stage. 600 Emerson St. | Cahn Auditorium | Evanston, IL 60208 | 847-869-6300

Mary & Leigh Block Museum of Art The Block Museum is dedicated to the study and exhibition of reproducible art forms, including prints, photographs, film, video, and computer-mediated art. It is also noted in metropolitan Chicago for its outdoor Sculpture Garden. Admission to the museum is free. Northwestern University | 40 Arts Circle Dr. | Evanston, IL 60208 | 847-491-4000

Mitchell Museum of the American Indian Focusing on the art, history, and culture of the American Indian. Permanent exhibits dedicated to the Native cultures of the Woodlands, Plains, Southwest, Northwest Coast and Arctic regions of North America. Each gallery contains a "touching table" where visitors can handle real examples of Indian artifacts, as well as feel the raw materials - including snakeskin, caribou fur, birch bark, turquoise and buffalo skin - that were used by Native Americans. 3001 Central St. | Evanston, IL 60201 | 847-475-1030

Music Institute of Chicago The Music Institute of Chicago Nichols Concert Hall presents a variety of musical series and events, from classical to contemporary, by our distinguished faculty, talented students, and professional groups. John von Rhein, Chicago Tribune, calls it a "jewel box" of a hall. 1490 Chicago Ave. | Evanston, IL 60201 | 847-446-3822

National- Louis University Founded in 1886 and home of the renowned National College of Education-and Colleges of Arts and Sciences and Business and Management. Students at this private university can expect small, personalized classes and a tradition of academic excellence. 5202 Old Orchard Rd., Ste. 300 | Skokie, IL 60077 | 224-233-2000

North Shore Center For The Performing Arts in Skokie The North Shore's home for world- class entertainment. This state-of-the-art two-theater facility is home to Centre East, Northlight Theatre, and Skokie Valley Symphony Orchestra. 9501 Skokie Blvd. | Skokie, IL 60077 | 847-673-6300

North Suburban YMCA This full service recreation center offers activities for all ages, from infants through active older adults. Services include a state-of-the-art fitness center, Olympic size swimming pool, full gymnasium and in-house day care. 2705 Techny Rd | Northbrook, IL 60062 | 847-272-7250

Northbrook Park District The Northbrook Park District has won numerous national and statewide awards for its administration, many programs, multitude of activities, and publications. Come see why-year-round! Call us or visit site for more information. 545 Academy Dr. | Northbrook, IL 60062 | 847-291-2988

Northlight Theatre Northlight Theatre is an award-winning magnet for critical and professional acclaim, and the flagship theatre of Chicago's North Shore. Currently celebrating its 34rd season, Northlight presents an exciting mix of new works and classic favorites;comedies, dramas and musicals staged by the nations finest actors, designers and directors. 9501 N. Skokie Blvd. | Skokie, IL 60077 | 847-673-6300

Northwestern University Founded in 1851, Northwestern University is a renowned educational institution rich in history and architecture. More than 150 historically significant and interesting sites on campus are featured in various walking tours, each taking approximately 30 minutes to complete. University highlights include The Arch, University Hall, The Arts Circle, and the University Library. Northwestern is one of the leading university's in the U.S. and its Evanston campus is on the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan. 633 Clark St. | Evanston, IL 60208 | 847-491-3741

Northwestern University Spectator Sports The Northwestern Wildcats offer some of the best Division 1 college sports action in the Midwest, featuring 19 teams and competing in the Big Ten Conference. 1501 Central St. | Evanston, IL 60208 | 847-491-CATS

Northwestern University Theatre and Interpretation Center and Marjorie Ward Marshall Dance Center As many as forty productions are mounted annually featuring both classic and contemporary plays, dance performances and musical productions. Northwestern University is one of the premier theatre and dance schools in the country. 1979 South Campus Dr. | Evanston, IL 60208 | 847-491-3741

Noyes Cultural Arts Center Noyes Cultural Arts Center is the home of art festivals and art camps as well as the Piven Theatre, Next Theatre, Art Encounter, The Actors Gymnasium, and Light Opera Works. There is a full stage that seats 190 people and two galleries. The galleries exhibit local artists, with exhibitions changing every two months. 927 Noyes St. | Evanston, IL 60201 | 847-4488260

Peter N. Jans Community Golf Course The Peter Jans Community Golf Course is very affordable, well,-conditioned, public, 4,000 yard Par 60 Executive layout. With its shorter length yet challenging greens it is equally enjoyable and playable for the beginner or seasoned player. Located in north Evanston directly across from the Central Street CTA "L" Station with free parking. 1031 Central St. | Evanston, IL 60201 | 847-475-9173

Piccolo Theatre The Piccolo Theatre embodies and realizes the human comedy through physical theatre, eloquence and humor in order to move, delight and transform audiences Performances take place in the Evanston Arts Depot in their unique train station theatre. P.O. Box 6013 | (Evanston Arts Depot) | Evanston, IL 60204 | 847-424-0089

Pick-Staiger Concert Hall The 1,003-seat Pick-Staiger Concert Hall hosts major orchestral, band, and choral performances. Built in 1975, the auditorium is known for its outstanding acoustics. Northwestern University | 50 Arts Circle Dr. | Evanston, IL 60208 | 847-467-4000

Piven Theatre Workshop An acclaimed theater and actor-training center with a 30-year history. Alumni include John Cusack, Jeremy Piven, Aidan Quinn, Lili Taylor. Year-round classes for children and adults and an Equity subscription theater. 927 Noyes St. (Noyes Cultural Arts Center) | Evanston, IL 60201 | 847-866-8049

Skokie Heritage Museum Explore Skokie's heritage by visiting the historic Engine House and the original (1847) Log Cabin. These two sites have much to offer with local and seasonal exhibits, special interest classes, and educational school programs. 8031 Floral Ave. | Skokie, IL 60077 | 847-677-6672

Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park is a unique facility, combining recreational features with an outstanding exhibition of large-scale contemporary sculpture in a beautifully landscaped, easily accessible setting. Stroll, rollerblade, or bicycle along the paved path and view art in nature. McCormick Boulevard between Touhy & Dempster Street | Skokie, IL 60053 | 847-679-4265

Skokie Park District The nationally acclaimed Skokie Park District features more than 50 parks and facilities, including community and cultural centers, an urban nature center, tennis, rowing, indoor skating, golf, fitness and daycare centers, and the Skokie Heritage Museum. 9300 Weber Park Place | Skokie, IL 60077 | 847-674-1500

Skokie Public Library Skokie Public Library is truly a center for the community with more than 450,000 items available for check-out, three community meeting rooms and hundreds of events and classes offered each month. The Library offers the latest in cutting edge technology with Library Resources available 24 hours a day via their website, plenty of computers available for internet access and research and a wireless network on the 2nd floor. 5215 W. Oakton St. | Skokie, IL 60077 | 847-673-7774

Skokie Sports Park The Skokie Sports Park features one of the top 100 rated ranges in America complete with a two-tier, 40 station range with an automatic tee-up system. The driving range features a fiber built hitting system, lights for evening practice and eleven heated stalls for cold-weather practice. Target greens provide a landing area for precise accuracy and distance control. For the less competitive golfers who prefer windmills as obstacles, a nine-hole and an 18-hole miniature golf course are sure to be a hit with the kids or the young at heart. If golfing is not your sport, try one of the park's batting cages and perfect the baseball swing. 3459 Oakton Street | Skokie, IL 60077 | 847-674-1500 ext. 3100

Skokie Theatre Music Foundation Our mission is to educate aspiring artists in the business of music, and also to provide a state-of-the-art venue for their talents. 7924 N. Lincoln Ave. | Skokie, IL 60077 | 847-677-7761

Skokie Water Playground The Skokie Water Playground features three slides, a zero depth pool-similar to beach entry-with play equipment including a water play structure with large bucket. The pool also has lanes for lap swim, a locker and shower area and lifeguard facilities, concession stand, turf and suntan area. 3459 Oakton St. | Skokie, IL 60077 | 847-674-1500 ext. 2721

The Skatium Ice Arena/ Weber Park Golf Course Open year-round, The Skatium is the place for you whether your preference is hockey or recreational ice-skating. The adjacent golf course offers a 9-hole, par-3 course features bent grass greens, beautiful landscaping, a gazebo, snack shop, tournaments and lessons. 9300 Weber Park Place | Skokie, IL 60077 | 847-674-1500 ext. 2900

Wagner Farm A visit to Wagner Farm affords you the opportunity to take part in and experience firsthand the workings of a genuine American farm. Wagner Farm is an 18.6 acre farm preserved for the educational and recreational enjoyment for all. See how bread was made in a wood cook stove, hear the rooster marking time with his crow or milk one of the farm's many cows. Explore the world of agriculture and rural life as it existed in 1920-1950's. 1510 Wagner Rd. | Glenview, IL 60025 | 847-657-1506

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