Special Events
Holiday Fun!
Candy Cane Hunt
Age: 2-8
Hundreds of candy canes will be hidden, just waiting to be found at the Candy Cane
Hunt. This event includes a fun candy cane inspired craft, and story-time before we
head outdoors for the hunt. In case of inclement weather, the hunt will be inside, on
the first and second floors of the recreation center. In addition to the regular candy
canes, there will be a special candy canes that will lead to an extra special treat.
Make sure to dress appropriately for the weather. Min/Max: 20/40. [JM]
Registration Deadline: Monday, December 10
Held at Main Street Recreation Center
All Aboard!
CODE DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE
112582
112583 F
F 12/21
12/21 1:30-2:30P
2:45-3:45P $10/$15
$10/$15
The Polar Express
Storytime Train
Age: 12 Months & Up
ALL ABOARD for the Polar Express Storytime Train! Wear your jammies for a
fantastical time of wonder and magic as we journey to the North Pole! We depart for
a ride to the North Pole that includes storytelling, snacks, Christmas carols and a visit
from Santa! [JR]
Children 1 year and older must register in advance with a registered adult. Choose
gift certificate or book when registering, there is one book or certificate per
registered house address. We have limited space on the train; please leave strollers
and car seats in the car when boarding the train. All registrants must have a
wristband in order to board the train.
We will mail train tickets, wristbands, and day-of event instructions in late November.
Watch for your envelope to arrive, marked “POLAR EXPRESS INFORMATION
ENCLOSED”.
POLAR EXPRESS DATES
Please look for event dates and times to be announced late September.
Due to reservation policies with Metra, we do not have dates and times available for
the Polar Express at this time. Detailed information will be posted on the Park District
website at www.gepark.org/polar-express.
POLAR EXPRESS REGISTRATION DATES
Resident Registration: Monday, October 1, at 8:30am
Non-resident Registration: Monday, October 15, at 8:30am
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