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MARCH 18
Kids Flick: Goosebumps. 4 p.m. at Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave. Bring the whole family to the library to watch the “Kids Flicks” movie, Goosebumps about a teenager Zach Cooper, who was upset about moving to a new town until he makes friends with Hannah, the girl next door, and Champ, a student at his new high school. However, Zach quickly learns that Hannah’s mysterious dad is fact R.L. Stine, the author of the bestselling Goosebumps series, and Stine has a dangerous secret. All ages; children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. For more information about this event, visit www.mgpl.org or call 847-965-4220.
Arts After Hours: The Passions of Emma Goldman. 7-8:15 p.m. at Niles Public Library, 6960 Oakton. Emma Goldman was inarguably one of the most fascinating women in 20th Century American history. This new one-woman play written and performed by Chicago stage legend Roslyn Alexander, captures Emma Goldman’s dreams, struggles and loves on her journey from penniless Russian immigrant to quintessential symbol of the human decency and conscience of workers, women, and Jews in her adopted country. Without Emma Goldman there is no Ruth Bader Ginsburg, no Mickey Schwerner and Andrew Goodman, and a much poorer civil rights movement in the United States.
MARCH 19
Get Hooked Craft: Yarn Wreath & Felt Flowers. 10 to 11 a.m. at Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave. Use yarn and felt to create a perfect spring-time wreath! Please bring a 12” Styrofoam round wreath form; other materials will be provided. To register for this event, visit www.mgpl.org or call 847-965-4220.
Mearra: Selkie from the Sea. 1 to 2 p.m. at Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave. Airing nationally on PBS in 2016, this Celtic fairytale fantasy of the Selkie is the setting for Mearra: Selkie from the Sea, a musical multimedia extravaganza. Audiences of all ages will be drawn into this unforgettable family-friendly presentation based on the story of a mythical seal with the mysterious ability to transform into a human being. Infusing Linda Marie Smith’s original, richly orchestrated songs with stunning cinematic animation, Mearra presents an enigmatic and bittersweet story of love, loss, and transformation. For more information about this event, visit www.mgpl.org or call 847-965-4220.
Spring Egg Scramble. 9:30 a.m. at Golf View Rec Center, 7800 N. Caldwell, Niles. Bring your basket to collect your eggs. All pre-registered children will receive a goodie bag & there are refreshments for all. No refunds! Fee: resident $8; Non-Resident $10.
MARCH 23
Flashlight Egg Hunt. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Golf View Rec Center, 7800 N. Caldwell, Niles. Grab a flashlight for some egg hunting on the golf course. Pizza and pop will be served, before the hunt. After the hunt, ice cream and goodie bags will be passed out. Don’t forget your flashlight & bag for your eggs. No refunds! Fee: Resident $10; Non-Resident $15.
Purim Dinner, Shpiel, and Megillah Reading. 6 p.m. at Temple Judea Mizpah, 8610 Niles Center Road, Skokie. $10/adult, $5/child (under 13), $25/family. This year’s theme is Star Wars. Come dressed in your favorite costume. For more information, call 847-676-1566.
MARCH 25
Poetry Workshop. 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Niles Public Library, 6960 Oakton. Want to write poetry but don’t know where to begin? Learn how in this workshop led by an instructor with Young Chicago Authors, home of the Louder Than a Bomb youth poetry festival.
MARCH 26
Easter Egg Hunt. 10 a.m. at Dee Park, 9229 Emerson, Des Plaines. The event is designed for children 3 to 6 years old who may be pre-registered at www.gmpd.org or by calling 847-297-3000. There is a $1 charge for children who have not been pre-registered. Special prizes will be awarded and there will be an opportunity to take pictures at the event which is sponsored by Journal & Topics Newspapers. Parents are asked to bring a basket or bag for each child to collect eggs.
Spring Skate at Iceland. 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. at Iceland, 8435 Ballard Road. There will be skating games and fun for everyone! No registration required. Entry Fee $5; Skate Rental $3.
MARCH 28
Green Spa. 7-8 p.m. at Niles Public Library, 6960 Oakton. Learn to make spa-quality beauty and body treatments from fresh ingredients already at home, in the fridge or pantry. Eleanor Riley offers a hands-on experience and take home recipes.
Young Knights Day. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Golf Mill Shopping Center, 239 Golf Mill Center, Niles. Learn how to become a knight and make an arts n crafts project with our friends from Medieval Times. Event is part of the return of Kids Club: Spring Break, a week of free, daily activities for elementary school-aged children and their families in the center court. For information on these and other events, visit. www.golfmill.com.