Happy Kwanzaa! December 26 – January 1st

Kwanzaa is an annual celebration of African-American culture from December 26 to January 1st. It is a seven-day, non-religious celebration of family, culture, and community. Each day honors a particular African-derived principle, and the celebration ends in a communal feast called Karamu, on New Year’s Day. What does “Kwanzaa” mean? Kwanzaa derives its name from the…

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Brookfield Zoo Holiday Magic – now through Dec 31, 2023

Light up the festive season with family and friends at Brookfield Zoo’s 42nd annual Holiday Magic!  Chicagoland’s longest-running lights festival has returned!  Where:  Brookfield Zoo When:  Nov 24-26, 30th; Dec 1-3, 7-10, 14-17, 21-23, 36-31, 2023; 3 to 9 p.m.  More than two million LED lights transform the park into a winter wonderland. While enjoying…

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