Arts and entertainment calendar for Dec. 13

Updated: December 11, 2012 12:31AM

HOLIDAY

“Let it Snow!”

Elgin Symphony Orchestra presents its annual holiday concert at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 15 and 2:30 p.m. Dec. 16 at the Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way, Elgin. The Elgin Choral Union, Elgin Children’s Chorus and Midwest Dance Collective join the orchestra for holiday favorites and an audience sing-along. $26-$46. Call (847) 888-4000 or visit www.elginsymphony.org.

Holiday Brass & Choral Concert

Presented by the Music of the Baroque Chorus and Brass Ensemble at 3 p.m. Dec. 15-16 at Divine Word Chapel, 2001 Waukegan Road, Techny. $45-$75. Call (312) 551-1414 or visit www.baroque.org.

“Sounds of the Holidays”

Presented by Harper Symphony Orchestra at 3 p.m. Dec. 16 at the Harper College Performing Arts Center, 1200 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine. $10; $8 students; $7 seniors; free for children 12 and younger. Call (847) 925-6100 or visit www.harpercollege.edu.

“A Christmas Fantasy”

The Illinois Brass Band performs traditional carols, holiday classics and jazzy updates of Christmas favorites at 6 p.m. Dec. 16 at Cutting Hall, 150 E. Wood St., Palatine. $12; $6 ages 18 and under. For information, visit www.illinoisbrassband.org.

A Carpenters Christmas

Singer Lisa Rock and her six-piece band present a holiday concert of Christmas hits by the The Carpenters at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 16 at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell St., Arlington Heights. $25. Before the concert, at 6 p.m., Randy Schmidt, author of Little Girl Blue: The Life of Karen Carpenter and Yesterday Once More: The Carpenters Reader, will discuss and read selections from both books and will have copies available for purchase. $10 ($5 of which may be applied to the purchase of a book). Visit www.metropolisarts.com or call (847) 577-2121.

Holiday sing-along

Hosted by TesserAct Theatre Ensemble at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 21 at the Barrington Cultural Arts Center Gallery, Ice House Mall, 150 E. Appleby St., Barrington. Bring instruments, sheet music and caroling books. Visit www.tesseractensemble.com.

Presto! Holiday Concert

Presented by the Schaumburg Youth Symphony Orchestra at 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 22 at Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Court, Schaumburg. $24; $15 students and seniors. Visit www.prairiecenter.org or call (847) 895-3600.

Ed Hall’s Woodstock Christmas Guitar Night

Four musicians will present arrangements for the guitar and violin, as well as popular holiday favorites, at 8 p.m. Dec. 23 at the Woodstock Opera House, 121 Van Buren St., Woodstock. $23. Call (815) 338-5300 or visit www.woodstockoperahouse.com.

Holiday Music Series

Featuring local amateur talent 5-7 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, through Dec. 23, in the Special Events Tent at Orphans of the Storm Animal Shelter, 2200 Riverwoods Road, Riverwoods (Deerfield). Sunday afternoons are scheduled for family sing-alongs with holiday music, cookies and hot chocolate. Call (847) 945-0235 or visit www.orphansofthestorm.org.

“The Nutcracker”

Presented by Judith Svalander Dance Theatre at 8 p.m. Dec. 14; 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Dec. 15; and 2 p.m. Dec. 16 at the Woodstock Opera House, 121 Van Buren St., Woodstock. $23; $16 students. Call (815) 338-5300 or visit www.woodstockoperahouse.com.

“The Nutcracker”

Performed by Ruth Page Civic Ballet at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Dec. 15 and 3 p.m. Dec. 16 at the College of Lake County’s James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake. $22-$30; $21-$29 seniors; $15 teens; $12 children under 12. Visit www.clcillinois.edu/tickets or call (847) 543-2300.

“The Nutcracker”

Performed by Illinois Youth Dance Theatre at 7 p.m. Dec. 21; 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Dec. 22; and 3 p.m. Dec. 23 at the Lake Zurich Performing Arts Center, 300 Church St., Lake Zurich. $10-$25. Visit www.ballroomanddance.com/iydt-productions.html.

“The Nutcracker”

Presented by Berkshire Ballet Theatre at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Dec. 22 and 3 p.m. Dec. 23 at the Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. $22, $25, $28. Call (815) 356-9212 or visit www.rauecenter.org.

“A Christmas Carol”

Through Dec. 24 at the Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell St., Arlington Heights. $28.50; $15.50 for children 12 and under. Visit www.metropolisarts.com or call (847) 577-2121.

“It’s A Wonderful Life: A Radio Play”

Presented through Dec. 15 at the Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. $22, $25, $28. Call (815) 356-9212 or visit www.rauecenter.org.

“The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus”

Presented by Theatre Nebula Dec. 14-23 at Cutting Hall Performing Arts Center, 150 E. Wood St., Palatine. $10; $6 students. Visit www.cuttinghall.org or call (847) 202-5222.

“A YuleTube Christmas”

Presented at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Dec. 15 at North Suburban Evangelical Free Church, 200 Lake Cook Ave., Deerfield. Free. Call (847) 580-5761.

Hanukkah Family Funland

Dec. 13, 16 and 25 at Buffalo Grove Town Center, 144 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove, including Hanukkah crafts and activities, carnival, music and entertainment, raffles, prizes, tot area, food court and more. Purchase discounted tickets at www.hanukkahfamilyfunland.com.

Winter Wonderland Holiday Light Show

Through Dec. 31 at Cuneo Mansion and Gardens, 1350 N. Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills, a drive-through tour of the estate’s 97 acres decorated in brightly lit holiday figures. Hours are 6-10 p.m. Monday-Sunday. Closed Dec. 24-25. Visitors can enhance their experience by tuning into local radio station 107.1 FM for a dual music and visual experience. $5 per car Monday-Thursday; $10 per car Friday-Sunday. Visit www.cuneomansion.org.

Open House with Santa

Held 6:30-9 p.m. Dec. 14 at Cuneo Mansion and Gardens, 1350 N. Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills. Featuring guided tours of the mansion, a craft station and coloring contest for children, homemade wreath contest, a visit with Santa Claus and his elves in the Great Hall, a raffle and refreshments. $5 per person, free for children under 3; plus admission to holiday light show ($10 per car). Cash only at the door. Visit www.cuneomansion.org.

Skate with Santa

The family event will be held 3:15-4:15 p.m. Dec. 16 at the Triphahn Center Ice Arena, 1695 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. Skate rental and admission are free. For information, visit www.heparks.org or call (847) 885-7500.

The Radio City Christmas Spectacular

Starring The Rockettes, Dec. 14-30 at the Akoo Theatre at Rosemont, 5400 N. River Road, Rosemont. $47.70-$102.55. Tickets available at www.ticketmaster.com or (800) 745-3000. For information about the theater, visit www.rosemonttheatre.com.

“Christmas Bingo: It’s a Ho-Ho-Holy Night”

Presented at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 17 at the Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell St., Arlington Heights. $30. Call (847) 577-2121 or visit www.metropolisarts.com.

“Holidays in the Heights”

A holiday sketch comedy show presented by The Second City through Jan. 4 at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell St., Arlington Heights. $29.50; $34.50 stage tables. Visit www.metropolisarts.com or call (847) 577-2121.

New Year’s Eve Runway Ball

Held 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Dec. 31 at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare, 9300 Bryn Mawr Ave., Rosemont. The event features live music by bands Dot Dot Dot and 7th Heaven; entry to the Dance Club featuring DJ-SPIN; and access to Red Bar, where Tony Ocean performs Frank Sinatra covers and more. $79. For tickets, visit http://nyerunwayball-PR.eventbrite.com.

Steve Cochran’s New Year’s Eve Comedy Show

At 7 p.m. Dec. 31 at the Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. $45; $50 after Dec. 24. Call (815) 356-9212 or visit www.rauecenter.org.

New Year’s Eve singles party

Held 8 p.m.-1:30 p.m. Dec. 31 at the Westin Hotel, 400 Park Blvd., Itasca. Featuring DJ and dancing in the Mahagony Ballroom, raffles, midnight champagne toast. $22; special room rates and dinner/room packages available. Call (847) 266-2706 or visit www.thunderbirdsingles.com.

STAGE

“Little Women: The Musical”

Presented through Dec. 15 by Overshadowed Theatrical Productions at 777 Meacham Road, Elk Grove. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday. $14; $12 students and seniors. Visit www.overshadowedproductions.com.

“My One and Only”

Through Dec. 31 at the Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire, at 1 p.m. and 8 p.m. Wednesdays; 8 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays; 4:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturdays; and 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Sundays. $40-$48, with discounts available for students and seniors. Dinner and theatre tickets, $55, are available Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Call (847) 634-0200 or visit www.marriotttheatre.com.

CLASSICAL

Early Music at the Byron Colby Barn

Located at Prairie Crossing, 1561 Jones Point Road, Grayslake. All concerts are at 4 p.m. Sundays. $18 at the door; cash or check only. For information, call (847) 543-1202. Dec. 16: Gaudete Brass Ensemble.

Elgin Symphony Orchestra

“The Four Seasons,” 7:30 p.m. Jan. 11 at the Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Court, Schaumburg; and 7:30 p.m. Jan. 12 and 2:30 p.m. Jan. 13 at the Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way, Elgin. The program includes works by Tchaikovskky, Stravinsky and Vivaldi. $28-$48. Call (847) 888-4000 or visit www.elginsymphony.org.

Opera in Focus

Rolling Meadows Park District Park Central Facility, 3000 Central Road. Puppets performing scenes from popular operas at 4 p.m. Wednesdays and 1:30 p.m. Saturdays. $12, $11 for seniors, $7 for children under 12. Reservations required. (847) 818-3220, ext. 186, or www.operainfocus.com. Through Dec. 22: Selections from Puccini’s “La Boheme,” plus “White Christmas Interlude,” featuring Christmas carols.

POP/FOLK/JAZZ

Allstate Arena

6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont. Tickets are available at www.ticketmaster.com or (800) 745-3000. For information, visit www.allstatearena.com. Parking is $20, cash only. April 6: Maroon 5 with special guests Neon Trees and Owl City.

Cubby Bear North

21661 N. Milwaukee Ave., Lincolnshire. (847) 541-4700. www.cubbynorth.com. Music at 10 p.m. unless noted otherwise. Dec. 14: Gina Glocksen Band, $5. Dec. 15: ARRA, $7. Dec. 21: Darmata, $5. Dec. 22: Samadhi Vibe, $5. Dec. 28: Stache, $5. Dec. 29: Rod Tuffcurls & the Bench Press, $6. Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve with Lucky Boys Confusion. Ages 21-plus. $25 general admission; $60 VIP package.

Elgin Community College

Visual and Performing Arts Center, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin. (847) 622-0300. www.elgin.edu/arts. Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m.: ECC Jazz Ensembles, with guest saxophonist John Wojciechowski, present “Winter Taste of Jazz.” $11; $9 students and seniors. Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m.: Echoes of Pompeii presents “Tribute to Pink Floyd: The Dark Side of the Moon.” $30.

InterContinental Chicago O’Hare Hotel

Montrose Room, 5300 N. River Road, Rosemont. (847) 544-5300. www.montroseroom.com. Dec. 14, 8:30 p.m.: Singer/songwriter Lisa McClowry performs with harpist Mia Strayer, winner of Special Talents America. $25-$35. Dec. 15, 8 p.m.: Maurice Mahon with Larry Springfield and Aziza Lisa (R&B/soul). $25-$30. Dec. 16, 4 p.m.: Grammy Award-winning guitarist Norman Brown and guest saxophonist Eric Darius (jazz). $49-$69.

Lake County Folk Club

Events are held at 7 p.m. Sundays at In-Laws Restaurant, 720 Milwaukee Ave., Gurnee. Concert admission is $12; $10 for Lake County Folk Club members and seniors; $5 for teens. No admission charge for Open Stage and Song Circle. Visit www.thelakecountyfolkclub.org. Dec. 16: Concert Stage features Small Potatoes, the Chicago-based folk duo of Jacquie Manning and Rich Prezioso. Jerry Thiel opens. Dec. 23: Song Circle.

Stained Glass Coffeehouse

Featuring live music at the Congregational Church of Deerfield, 225 Wilmot Road. Performances begin at 7 p.m. $15 donation; proceeds benefit local and international charities. Visit www.stainedglasscoffeehouse.com. Dec. 15: Joe Jencks & Friends (Edie Carey and Heather Styka).

“Swingin’ the Benny Goodman Songbook”

Cabaret-style performance by vocalist Terry Blaine and pianist Mark Shane, 8 p.m. Jan. 11 at the College of Lake County’s James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake. $30; $29 seniors; $15 teens. Visit www.clcillinois.edu/tickets or call (847) 543-2300.

Viper Alley

275 Parkway Drive, Lincolnshire. www.viper-alley.com. (866) 463-3401. Shows are for ages 18-plus, unless noted otherwise. Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m.: Jazz guitarist and songwriter John Pizzarelli. $20-$40. Dec. 31, 9 p.m.: New Year’s Eve with The Prince Experience plus A Thousand Julys. $25-$85. All tickets include a champagne toast at midnight and party favors. Age 21 and over event. Jan. 9, 9 p.m: The Wailers, $25-$35. Jan. 17, 9 p.m.: LA Guns, $15-$25. Feb. 8, 8:30 p.m.: Marshall Tucker Band, $27-$70. Feb. 16, 6:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m.: Chicago natives Ann Hampton Callaway and Liz Callaway present “Sibling Revelry,” a cabaret act that includes show tunes, jazz and pop. $20-$50.

“Wicked Divas”

Elgin Symphony Orchestra and vocalists Julie Reiber and Emily Rozek present Broadway hits from “Wicked,” “Gypsy,” “My Fair Lady” and “Phantom of the Opera” at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 26 and 2:30 p.m. Jan. 27 at the Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way, Elgin. $28-$68. Call (847) 888-4000 or visit www.elginsymphony.org.

Woodstock Opera House

121 Van Buren St., Woodstock. (815) 338-5300. www.woodstockoperahouse.com. Dec. 22, 8 p.m.: Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers. $75. Dec. 29, 7 p.m.: Bryan White with special guest The Anna Johnson Band (country). $35.

ART GALLERIES

La Citadelle Art Gallery

Located in The Arboretum of South Barrington, 100 W. Higgins Road. (224) 622 9578. Through Jan. 4: “From Dawn ‘til Dusk,” an exhibit of Robert McGinley’s landscape photography.

AUDITIONS & OPPORTUNITIES

ArtReach Educational Theatre

Holding auditions for “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” by William Shakespeare, 6-9 p.m. Dec. 19 at Bethel Lutheran Church, 3839 W. Frontage Road, Palatine. Seeking adult actors and advanced level teenagers for principal roles. The production will be rehearsed and performed as part of a workshop where adult volunteer actors serve as performance mentors to the children and teens. Talent and financial need scholarships available. Visit www.artreachspotlite.com or call (847) 372-7798.

Call for artists

Amdur Productions, an art festival production company, has issued its annual call for artists. Artists can apply online at www.amdurproductions.com. All applications must be received by midnight Jan. 11; late applications will be accepted through Jan. 18 for an additional processing fee. Festivals include: Barrington Art Festival, May 25-26; Promenade of Art Arlington Heights, June 8-9; The Art Center’s Festival of Fine Craft, Highland Park, June 22-23; Chicago Botanic Garden Art Festival, Glencoe, July 5-7; Buffalo Grove Invitational Art Festival, July 13-14; North Shore Festival of Art, Skokie, July 27-28; Glencoe Festival of Art, Aug. 3-4; Art at the Glen Town Center, Glenview, Aug. 10-11; Lincolnshire Art Festival, Aug. 17-18; Port Clinton Art Festival, Highland Park, Aug. 24-25; Downtown Downers Grove Art Festival, Sept. 7-8; Highwood Last Call Starving Artist Art Fair, Sept. 21-22; The Inside Show, Highland Park, Nov. 22-24.

BOOKS & POETRY

Volo Bog

28478 W. Brandenburg Road, west of Highway 12 between State Routes 120 and 134, Ingleside. Of Bogs & Books Reading Group meets from 10-11:30 a.m. the second Saturday of the month. The small, informal book discussion group is for adults interested in environmental, outdoor and natural history literature. Reservations are requested at dnr.volobog@illinois.gov or (815) 344-1294. Jan. 12: Last of the Curlews by Fred Bosworth. Feb. 9 and March 9: Westward I Go Free: Tracing Thoreau’s Last Journey by Corinne Hosfeld Smith.

CHILD’S PLAY

“Cinderella”

Through Dec. 31 at Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Performances at 10 a.m. Tuesday-Saturday, with certain performances at 12:30 p.m. $15. Visit www.marriotttheatre.com or call (847) 634-0200.

COMEDY

Allstate Arena

6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont. Tickets available at www.ticketmaster.com or (800) 745-3000. For information, visit www.allstatearena.com. Parking is $20, cash only. Dec. 27, 7:30 p.m.: Standup comedian Jeff Dunham — “Disorderly Conduct” World Tour. $46.50.

The Improv Comedy Showcase and Restaurant

Located in Woodfield Mall, 5 Woodfield Road, Schaumburg. (847) 240-2001. www.improv.com. Showtimes at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays; 8 p.m. and 10:15 p.m. Fridays; 7 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. Saturdays; 7 p.m. Sundays. Must be 18 or older. Two-item minimum per person in showroom. Dec. 14-16: Chris Kattan, $40. Dec. 20-22:Rocky Laporte, $19. Dec. 28-31: Tammy Pescatelli. $22; New Year’s Eve show, 7:30 p.m., $50 with dinner, $25 without dinner. New Year’s Eve show, 10 p.m., $50.

Prairie Center for the Arts

201 Schaumburg Court, Schaumburg. www.prairiecenter.org. (847) 895-3600. Jan. 18, 8 p.m.: The Capitol Steps present political satire. $40-$42.

Zanies Comedy Club

5437 Park Place, Rosemont. http://rosemont.zanies.com. Showtimes at 8 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; 8 p.m. and 10:15 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Two-item food/beverage minimum. Dec. 13-14: Larry Reeb. Dec. 15: Chris Hardwick. Dec. 19-22: Kevin Bozeman. Dec. 27-28: Russ Williamson. Dec. 29: Hannibal Buress. Dec. 30: Michael Palascak. Dec. 31: Fortune Feimster.

FILM

Jewish Film Series

Featuring the Marx Brothers in “Animal Crackers” at 6 p.m. Jan. 7 at Congregation Beth Judea, Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove. $10 includes dinner. Contact Anna Besser at (847) 634-0777 or abesser@bethjudea.org.

Vernon Area Public Library

300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. (847) 634-3650. www.vapld.info. Dec. 15, 2 p.m.: “The Bourne Legacy,” rated PG-13. Dec. 28, 2 p.m.: “The Last of the Mohicans,” rated R.

LECTURES

Barrington Chapter Lyric Opera of Chicago

Sponsoring free lectures for Lyric Opera of Chicago’s 2012-13 season. Lectures are held at The Garlands of Barrington, 1000 Garlands Lane, Barrington (just south of the Barrington Area Library on Northwest Highway). Each of the lectures, with musical illustrations, will precede the featured operas at Lyric Opera of Chicago. To reserve a seat, call (847) 304-1996. Jan. 17, 3:30 p.m.: “La Boheme.” Feb. 5, 3:30 p.m.: “Die Meistersinger.” Feb. 21, 3:30 p.m.: “Rigoletto.” For information, visit www.lyricopera.org.

ORGANIZATIONS

Arlington Camera Club

Meeting at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 19 at the Christian Church of Arlington Heights, 333 W. Thomas Ave., Arlington Heights. Bob Fairbain will present “Managing Digital Image Files.” Visit www.arlingtoncameraclub.org.

Shutter Bugs Camera Club

Meeting from 7-8:30 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month, except December, at Volo Bog, 28478 W. Brandenburg Road, west of Highway 12 between State Routes 120 and 134, Ingleside. Meetings include how-to workshops, members’ photos and competitions. Ages 13 to adult are welcome. Upcoming meetings are Jan. 16 and Feb. 20. Visit www.shutterbugsofvolobog.org.

WORKSHOPS & CLASSES

Bel Canto Studios

217 Park Ave., Barrington. (847) 682-9601. Fall session through Dec. 22, offering private lessons with a voice teacher, piano teacher and acting coach. Scheduling is flexible. All ages and experience levels welcome, beginner to professional. Visit www.belcantostudios.com/registration for a print-friendly version of the studio’s fall brochure.

Northwest Cultural Council

Sponsoring poetry workshops from 9 a.m.-noon the second Saturday of the month at the Palatine Public Library, 700 N. North Court, Palatine. Cost is $15 per session. Participants are encouraged to bring 12 copies of their own work to share with the group. Register by calling (847) 991-7966 or e-mailing nwcc@northwestculturalcouncil.org.

ET CETERA

Allstate Arena

6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont. Tickets available at www.ticketmaster.com or (800) 745-3000. For information, visit www.allstatearena.com. Parking is $20, cash only. Jan. 12-13: Professional Bull Riders 2013 PBR Built Ford Tough Series, featuring the top 35 bull riders in the world. $15, $35, $50, $75 and $125. March 8, 7:30 p.m.: Stars on Ice “Now & Then” Tour, with Dorothy Hamill, Kurt Browning, Ekaterina Gordeeva and others. $25-$85.

“A Night to Remember”

The Hoffman Estates Park District hosts its 2012 figure skating ice show at 7 p.m. Dec. 15 at the Triphahn Center Ice Arena, 1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. Tickets are $5. Visit www.heparks.org or contact Jennifer Dooley at (847) 885-7500.

Northwest Cultural Council

Hosts an artists’ reception and poetry reading, 1-3 p.m. Dec. 15 at Arlington Green Executive Centre, 2101 S. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Admission is free. For information, call (847) 991-7966 or e-mail nwcc@att.net.

MUSEUMS

Lake County Discovery Museum

Located in the Lakewood Forest Preserve, Route 176, west of Fairfield Road, near Wauconda. (847) 968-3400. www.LCFPD.org. Hours are 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Saturday; and 1-4:30 p.m. Sundays. Admission: $6; $3 for senior citizens; $2.50 for children ages 4-17; free for children 3 and younger. Through Feb. 24: “Dickens: 200 Years of Celebrity,” an exhibit featuring the legendary author and his beloved characters, Ebenezer Scrooge, Oliver Twist, Tiny Tim and others. Hundreds of objects and documents from the private collection of Highland Park resident Michael A. Weinberg, together with a rare collection of first editions of Dickens’ most famous works, tell the story of how Charles Dickens and his characters became enduring cultural icons.

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