Historic Holiday Window Walk & Visit with Santa

Peer into the past and discover the enchanting sights and sounds of a traditional 19th century family Christmas through The Grove’s live window displays at The Historic Kennicott House. Small groups of guests will be guided around the festive windows, each with their own story to tell, leading up to the magical moment where you get to visit with Santa Claus. Photos permitted and there is a gift for all. Each family member must register separately.

In order to keep everyone safe with proper spacing, time slots will be available every 15 minutes starting at 4 pm. The last time slot is at 6:45 pm.

Register for a Thursday Slot →

Dennis Downes' 20th Anniversary Celebration and Holiday Show: Tied to the Past

This 20th Anniversary Solo Art Show is Dennis Downes’ premier show of the year, featuring all of his newest pieces and research. His works include Landscape pieces inspired by location studies, as well as Impressionistic work, some, influenced by his Native American studies. We are excited to announce that this year the Artist will showcase several Original Bronze Sculptures and High Reliefs; large and small bronzes will be available. As a favorite feature of the show, Downes, author of “Native American Trail Marker Trees: Marking Paths Through the Wilderness” will be showing his most current Trail Marker Tree Exhibit and video documentary. Downes’ Trail Marker Tree Exhibit is the largest in the country.

The Artist’s Historic, 16’ Trail Marker Tree Sculpture; permanently stands on the grounds of The Grove and can be viewed during this show.

Downes will also have a video documentary following his work building Studio North (aka The Barbarian Shelter) alone in the wilderness of Canada.

Each year the award winning Artist and Author donates part of the proceeds from this show back towards the preservation of the beautiful Grove Redfield Estate, surrounded by acres of picturesque forest! This will be Dennis’ last Annual Four Day Solo Show, although there will be smaller events in the future, this is The Grand Finale Show, you don’t want to miss it!

Dennis Downes' 20th Anniversary Celebration and Holiday Show: Tied to the Past

This 20th Anniversary Solo Art Show is Dennis Downes’ premier show of the year, featuring all of his newest pieces and research. His works include Landscape pieces inspired by location studies, as well as Impressionistic work, some, influenced by his Native American studies. We are excited to announce that this year the Artist will showcase several Original Bronze Sculptures and High Reliefs; large and small bronzes will be available. As a favorite feature of the show, Downes, author of “Native American Trail Marker Trees: Marking Paths Through the Wilderness” will be showing his most current Trail Marker Tree Exhibit and video documentary. Downes’ Trail Marker Tree Exhibit is the largest in the country.

The Artist’s Historic, 16’ Trail Marker Tree Sculpture; permanently stands on the grounds of The Grove and can be viewed during this show.

Downes will also have a video documentary following his work building Studio North (aka The Barbarian Shelter) alone in the wilderness of Canada.

Each year the award winning Artist and Author donates part of the proceeds from this show back towards the preservation of the beautiful Grove Redfield Estate, surrounded by acres of picturesque forest! This will be Dennis’ last Annual Four Day Solo Show, although there will be smaller events in the future, this is The Grand Finale Show, you don’t want to miss it!

Historic Holiday Window Walk & Visit with Santa

Peer into the past and discover the enchanting sights and sounds of a traditional 19th century family Christmas through The Grove’s live window displays at The Historic Kennicott House. Small groups of guests will be guided around the festive windows, each with their own story to tell, leading up to the magical moment where you get to visit with Santa Claus. Photos permitted and there is a gift for all. Each family member must register separately.

In order to keep everyone safe with proper spacing, time slots will be available every 15 minutes starting at 4 pm. The last time slot is at 6:45 pm.

Register for a Friday Slot →

Dennis Downes' 20th Anniversary Celebration and Holiday Show: Tied to the Past

This 20th Anniversary Solo Art Show is Dennis Downes’ premier show of the year, featuring all of his newest pieces and research. His works include Landscape pieces inspired by location studies, as well as Impressionistic work, some, influenced by his Native American studies. We are excited to announce that this year the Artist will showcase several Original Bronze Sculptures and High Reliefs; large and small bronzes will be available. As a favorite feature of the show, Downes, author of “Native American Trail Marker Trees: Marking Paths Through the Wilderness” will be showing his most current Trail Marker Tree Exhibit and video documentary. Downes’ Trail Marker Tree Exhibit is the largest in the country.

The Artist’s Historic, 16’ Trail Marker Tree Sculpture; permanently stands on the grounds of The Grove and can be viewed during this show.

Downes will also have a video documentary following his work building Studio North (aka The Barbarian Shelter) alone in the wilderness of Canada.

Each year the award winning Artist and Author donates part of the proceeds from this show back towards the preservation of the beautiful Grove Redfield Estate, surrounded by acres of picturesque forest! This will be Dennis’ last Annual Four Day Solo Show, although there will be smaller events in the future, this is The Grand Finale Show, you don’t want to miss it!

Historic Holiday Window Walk & Visit with Santa

Peer into the past and discover the enchanting sights and sounds of a traditional 19th century family Christmas through The Grove’s live window displays at The Historic Kennicott House. Small groups of guests will be guided around the festive windows, each with their own story to tell, leading up to the magical moment where you get to visit with Santa Claus. Photos permitted and there is a gift for all. Each family member must register separately.

In order to keep everyone safe with proper spacing, time slots will be available every 15 minutes starting at 4 pm. The last time slot is at 6:45 pm.

Register for a Saturday Slot →

Masterpiece Art Auction presented by Friends of Wagner Farm

Celebrate Art, Agriculture and Education! Bid on professional artwork by accomplished artists, sip on specially curated cocktails, enjoy music and savory hors d’oeuvres in the beautiful Lakeview Room at Park Center — all while supporting Historic Wagner Farm.

Join the exciting LIVE auction and take home a piece of premier original art! Watercolors, oil & acrylic paintings, ceramics, colored pencil & ink drawings, glass, mosaics, jewelry, and photography will all be on the block. This is an adult event.

> Learn more & purchase tickets

Friends of Wagner Farm (FWF) is the official citizen support group of Historic Wagner Farm, the last remaining farm in Glenview, Illinois. Formed in 2003, FWF supports this unique property in its dual role as a living history museum and a working farm.

By purchasing tickets to this event, you are verifying you and your guests are vaccinated or will receive a negative covid-19 test 48 hours prior to the event date, and will follow all current state and/or local requirements.

Dennis Downes' 20th Anniversary Celebration and Holiday Show: Tied to the Past

This 20th Anniversary Solo Art Show is Dennis Downes’ premier show of the year, featuring all of his newest pieces and research. His works include Landscape pieces inspired by location studies, as well as Impressionistic work, some, influenced by his Native American studies. We are excited to announce that this year the Artist will showcase several Original Bronze Sculptures and High Reliefs; large and small bronzes will be available. As a favorite feature of the show, Downes, author of “Native American Trail Marker Trees: Marking Paths Through the Wilderness” will be showing his most current Trail Marker Tree Exhibit and video documentary. Downes’ Trail Marker Tree Exhibit is the largest in the country.

The Artist’s Historic, 16’ Trail Marker Tree Sculpture; permanently stands on the grounds of The Grove and can be viewed during this show.

Downes will also have a video documentary following his work building Studio North (aka The Barbarian Shelter) alone in the wilderness of Canada.

Each year the award winning Artist and Author donates part of the proceeds from this show back towards the preservation of the beautiful Grove Redfield Estate, surrounded by acres of picturesque forest! This will be Dennis’ last Annual Four Day Solo Show, although there will be smaller events in the future, this is The Grand Finale Show, you don’t want to miss it!

Historic Holiday Window Walk & Visit with Santa

Peer into the past and discover the enchanting sights and sounds of a traditional 19th century family Christmas through The Grove’s live window displays at The Historic Kennicott House. Small groups of guests will be guided around the festive windows, each with their own story to tell, leading up to the magical moment where you get to visit with Santa Claus. Photos permitted and there is a gift for all. Each family member must register separately.

In order to keep everyone safe with proper spacing, time slots will be available every 15 minutes starting at 4 pm. The last time slot is at 6:45 pm.

Register for a Sunday Slot →

Goodies with The Grinch

It’s the-the-the, THE GRINCH! Here to celebrate with all the Glen-hoos in Glen-hooville. Come take a funny family photo with The Grinch, create your own Grinch-themed craft as a family, and sip on some hot chocolate while enjoying a reading of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” with a librarian from Glenview Public Library. Parents and children must both register.

Adult (R/NR): $5/$6

Child, Ages 2 and older (R/NR): $15/$19

Additional child(ren) from same household: $10/$13

Register now →

Festive Farmhouse

Drop in for a visit at the historic Wagner Farmhouse and see how people in the 1920s celebrated the holiday season!

Festive Farmhouse

Drop in for a visit at the historic Wagner Farmhouse and see how people in the 1920s celebrated the holiday season!

Breakfast with Santa

Ho Ho Ho! Santa is coming to town and he’s stopping at Coarse Italian in the Glenview Park Golf Club. This Christmas season bring the whole family to meet Santa and enjoy an appetizing breakfast buffet provided by Coarse Italian. This will be sure to get everyone in the Christmas spirit so don’t miss out.

Two seatings available: 9 am and 11:30 am

Call Coarse Italian to make your reservation (847) 657-3200.

Festive Farmhouse

Drop in for a visit at the historic Wagner Farmhouse and see how people in the 1920s celebrated the holiday season!

Virtual Visits with Santa

Make your children’s dreams come true with a real live video visit with Santa Claus! Your children will go wild with joy and excitement when they experience the magic of speaking with Santa about their Christmas wish lists. The social distancing friendly calls last about 10-12 minutes via Zoom. Your kids will feel so special and excited after they have a live chat with Santa Claus. One family per time slot.  Price is per household.

Register for your family’s 15-minute time slot →

Virtual Visits with Santa

Make your children’s dreams come true with a real live video visit with Santa Claus! Your children will go wild with joy and excitement when they experience the magic of speaking with Santa about their Christmas wish lists. The social distancing friendly calls last about 10-12 minutes via Zoom. Your kids will feel so special and excited after they have a live chat with Santa Claus. One family per time slot.  Price is per household.

Register for your family’s 15-minute time slot →

Breakfast with Santa

Ho Ho Ho! Santa is coming to town and he’s stopping at Coarse Italian in the Glenview Park Golf Club. This Christmas season bring the whole family to meet Santa and enjoy an appetizing breakfast buffet provided by Coarse Italian. This will be sure to get everyone in the Christmas spirit so don’t miss out.

Two seatings available: 9 am and 11:30 am

Call Coarse Italian to make your reservation (847) 657-3200.

Virtual Visits with Santa

Make your children’s dreams come true with a real live video visit with Santa Claus! Your children will go wild with joy and excitement when they experience the magic of speaking with Santa about their Christmas wish lists. The social distancing friendly calls last about 10-12 minutes via Zoom. Your kids will feel so special and excited after they have a live chat with Santa Claus. One family per time slot.  Price is per household.

Register for your family’s 15-minute time slot  →

Breakfast with Santa

Ho Ho Ho! Santa is coming to town and he’s stopping at Coarse Italian in the Glenview Park Golf Club. This Christmas season bring the whole family to meet Santa and enjoy an appetizing breakfast buffet provided by Coarse Italian. This will be sure to get everyone in the Christmas spirit so don’t miss out.

Two seatings available: 9 am and 11:30 am

Call Coarse Italian to make your reservation (847) 657-3200.

Festive Farmhouse

Drop in for a visit at the historic Wagner Farmhouse and see how people in the 1920s celebrated the holiday season!

Camp REC School Days Off Program

The Glenview Park District, in collaboration with Wesley Child Care, has a full day of fun and enriching activities planned for grades K-6 on days when there is no school. Lunch and snacks are included.

Camp REC School Days Off follows the District 34 student non-attendance days. Children from area schools are also welcome to participate on these days if they are not in school.

Learn more and register →

Camp REC School Days Off Program

The Glenview Park District, in collaboration with Wesley Child Care, has a full day of fun and enriching activities planned for grades K-6 on days when there is no school. Lunch and snacks are included.

Camp REC School Days Off follows the District 34 student non-attendance days. Children from area schools are also welcome to participate on these days if they are not in school.

Learn more and register →

Camp REC School Days Off Program

The Glenview Park District, in collaboration with Wesley Child Care, has a full day of fun and enriching activities planned for grades K-6 on days when there is no school. Lunch and snacks are included.

Camp REC School Days Off follows the District 34 student non-attendance days. Children from area schools are also welcome to participate on these days if they are not in school.

Learn more and register →

Camp REC School Days Off Program

The Glenview Park District, in collaboration with Wesley Child Care, has a full day of fun and enriching activities planned for grades K-6 on days when there is no school. Lunch and snacks are included.

Camp REC School Days Off follows the District 34 student non-attendance days. Children from area schools are also welcome to participate on these days if they are not in school.

Learn more and register →

Camp REC School Days Off Program

The Glenview Park District, in collaboration with Wesley Child Care, has a full day of fun and enriching activities planned for grades K-6 on days when there is no school. Lunch and snacks are included.

Camp REC School Days Off follows the District 34 student non-attendance days. Children from area schools are also welcome to participate on these days if they are not in school.

Learn more and register →

Camp REC School Days Off Program

The Glenview Park District, in collaboration with Wesley Child Care, has a full day of fun and enriching activities planned for grades K-6 on days when there is no school. Lunch and snacks are included.

Camp REC School Days Off follows the District 34 student non-attendance days. Children from area schools are also welcome to participate on these days if they are not in school.

Learn more and register →

Drivin' on Thru to 2022! (New Year’s Eve Car Scavenger Hunt)

Participate in a fun family challenge in your car. Visit several park district locations to answer questions, find clues and complete challenges. Gather New Year’s Eve themed prizes along the way and take a family photo. 15-minute timeslots from 9:30-10:45 am. Event will last approximately 1 hour.

Your family will receive an email prior to the event with more information and starting location.

Register →