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SUMMARY:Holly Jolly Concert 2026 - 1:00 pm
DESCRIPTION:Holly Jolly is Back\nKick off the holiday season with the Lake Forest Civic Orchestra! This 80 minute family-friendly holiday concert is the perfect way to embrace the festive spirit. In a lively holiday program\, enjoy beloved holiday classics performed by talented musicians. \nThis year our concert again features a performance by the Evanston Children’s Choir\, singing “Marvin the Moose” by Martin McCormack (in a new choral version) and ECC Artistic Director Gary Geiger’s own arrangement of “Joy to the World\,” which has been newly orchestrated for our event. \nBUY YOUR RAFFLE TICKETS HERE:\nWin Brunch for 4 at Deerpath Inn!\nPurchase raffle tickets at checkout\,  after your seat selection\, in the checkout lane under the heading “You Might Also Like”…. \nBuy your tickets online. Don’t miss out! \nEvent Highlights \n\n\n\n\nBeloved holiday songs to set the festive mood \n\n\nSpecial guest performance by the Evanston Children’s Choir \n\n\nVisit from Santa Claus\, candy canes\, concessions for sale and more! \n\n\n\n\nDon’t miss this joyful event that’s perfect for the whole family.  Join in this community celebration of the season with music\, sing a longs\, and festive cheer. \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/holly-jolly-concert-2026-2/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Family & Kids,Live Music,Performing Arts
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SUMMARY:Holly Jolly Concert 2026 - 4:00 pm
DESCRIPTION:Holly Jolly is Back\nKick off the holiday season with the Lake Forest Civic Orchestra! This 80 minute family-friendly holiday concert is the perfect way to embrace the festive spirit. In a lively holiday program\, enjoy beloved holiday classics performed by talented musicians. \nThis year our concert again features a performance by the Evanston Children’s Choir\, singing “Marvin the Moose” by Martin McCormack (in a new choral version) and ECC Artistic Director Gary Geiger’s own arrangement of “Joy to the World\,” which has been newly orchestrated for our event. \nBUY YOUR RAFFLE TICKETS HERE:\nWin Brunch for 4 at Deerpath Inn!\nPurchase raffle tickets at checkout\,  after your seat selection\, in the checkout lane under the heading “You Might Also Like”…. \nBuy your tickets online. Don’t miss out! \nEvent Highlights \n\n\n\n\nBeloved holiday songs to set the festive mood \n\n\nSpecial guest performance by the Evanston Children’s Choir \n\n\nVisit from Santa Claus\, candy canes\, concessions for sale and more! \n\n\n\n\nDon’t miss this joyful event that’s perfect for the whole family.  Join in this community celebration of the season with music\, sing a longs\, and festive cheer.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/holly-jolly-concert-2026/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Family & Kids,Live Music,Performing Arts
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SUMMARY:Winter Break Sewing Camp with Ciao Bella
DESCRIPTION:Three-Day Sewing Camp with Ciao Bella Sewing\nJoin Ciao Bella Sewing for a fun and creative three-day winter break sewing camp at Gorton Center! Young makers will learn sewing skills while creating three adorable projects. \nStudents will use a sewing machine to make their own cozy PJ pants\, a fun penguin pillow\, and a cute fleece ear warmer. Along the way\, they’ll learn how to pin\, measure\, cut\, and stitch fabric with confidence. \nEach day offers a new project and new skills to practice. Students will follow step-by-step instruction and get plenty of support as they bring their creations to life. By the end of camp\, they’ll have three handmade projects to take home and enjoy. \nWe provide everything students need\, including fabric\, thread\, needles\, pins\, and sewing machines. Just bring your creativity and get ready to sew!
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/winter-break-sewing-camp-with-ciao-bella-december-21/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Classes,Sewing,Youth
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SUMMARY:Elf
DESCRIPTION:One Christmas Eve\, a curious baby crawls into Santa’s bag of toys and accidentally travels all the way to the North Pole. Raised by elves\, Buddy (Will Ferrell) grows up believing he belongs among Santa’s helpers. But as he gets older\, one thing becomes clear. Buddy isn’t an elf. \n\nDetermined to discover where he truly belongs\, Buddy leaves the North Pole and heads to New York City in search of his biological father (James Caan). There\, he meets a family he never knew he had\, including a new mother (Mary Steenburgen) and a younger brother who has lost his belief in Santa Claus. \nArmed with endless Christmas spirit\, Buddy sets out to connect with his family and spread holiday cheer across the city. Along the way\, he discovers that fitting in isn’t always as important as being yourself. \nFilled with hilarious moments\, heartfelt family fun\, and plenty of Christmas magic\, Elf has become a modern holiday favorite. Gather your family and friends and experience Buddy’s unforgettable adventure on the big screen at Gorton! \n\nDirected by: Jon Favreau\nRated: PG\nRun Time: 97 minutes
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/elf-4/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classics,Family,Film
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SUMMARY:Tony Cannoli Holiday Sale
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Holidays with Tony Cannoli at Gorton Center!\nAdd a delicious twist to your holiday festivities with freshly filled cannoli-themed pastries! On Wednesday\, December 23\, Tony Cannoli will deliver a mouthwatering variety of sweets to Gorton Center—perfect for sharing with friends and family during your holiday celebrations. \nTony Cannoli\, founded by Tony Volpentesta\, draws on generations of Italian culinary tradition. Taught in his grandmother’s kitchen\, Tony is dedicated to perfecting the iconic cannoli shell and filling\, using old-world techniques with a creative spin. From classic cannoli to playful variations like cannoli bites\, chips n dip\, and cannoli cake – there’s a treat for everyone! \nHow to Order:\nFirst\, click the purchase button to visit Tony Cannoli’s website and place your order before December 23. Then\, at checkout\, select the 10am pickup option and be sure to write “GORTON” in the Special Instructions section. This ensures your order will be ready at Gorton Center. \nPickup Details:\nPick up your order on Wednesday\, December 23\, between 9am and 3pm at Gorton Center. These desserts are made fresh and packaged with care\, ready to be the highlight of your holiday spread. \nServing Instructions:\nOnce picked up\, keep your cannoli desserts in the freezer (unless labeled otherwise) and allow them to thaw for 10–15 minutes before serving for the best taste and texture. \nDon’t miss out on this festive opportunity to enjoy Tony Cannoli’s delicious creations. The perfect sweet treat for your holiday celebrations! For any questions or concerns\, please contact Libby Johnson.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/tony-cannoli-holiday-sale-december/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes,Cooking,Youth
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SUMMARY:Gorton is Closed
DESCRIPTION:Gorton Center is closed today in observance of Christmas.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/gorton-is-closed-9/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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SUMMARY:A Full Band Rat Pack Tribute Show
DESCRIPTION:A Full Band Rat Pack Tribute Show by Ocean’s Rat Pack\nOcean’s Rat Pack is the ultimate tribute group devoted to the music of The Rat Pack – Dean Martin by Tony Ocean\, Frank Sinatra by Bill Serritella and Sammy Davis Jr. performed by Elliot Wimbush. Ocean’s Rat Pack brings the audience back in time when Vegas and Hollywood was king. \nAn Ocean’s Rat Pack show is an authentic recreation of a Rat Pack show at its best. Come out and enjoy an evening of dozens of songs you know and love such as; My Way\, That’s Amore\, Fly me to the Moon\, New York New York\, Sway\, Ain’t That a Kick in the Head\, Mambo Italiano\, Mr. Bojangles\, The Candy Man\, That Old Black Magic and so many more \nDoors Open at 6:00pm – Show Begins at 7:00pm – This is an All Ages Event \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/a-full-band-rat-pack-tribute-show/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rental Events
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