Top 10 things to do this weekend
The Theosophical Society in America will host Meditation for World Peace, a yearly event in which people use their concentrated thought power to help generate energy for peace. Coinciding with group meditations throughout the world, the group will meet to help heal the sense of separation and to release light, love, and spiritual energy. The event will take place from 6 to 7 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 31 at the society, 1926 N. Main St., Wheaton. Refreshments will be provided after the meditation. There is no charge. All donations, monetary or canned and paper products, will be donated to the Humanitarian Service Project for people in need.
Join the Friars and Sisters of Marytown – The National Shrine of St. Maximilain Kolbe and their special guest, the acclaimed Catholic author and award-winning columnist Mark Shea on Dec. 31, from 9AM to Noon for a series of talks and discussions on “Mary, Mother of the Son” and the “Real Presence.” The shrine is located at1600 W. Park Ave., Libertyville.
Bubble Bash 2011: All Aboard! Next Stop 2012
DuPage Children’s Museum, 301 N. Washington St., Naperville, will host its 10th annual New Year’s Eve celebration Bubble Bash from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 31. The event will feature music by The Boogers, a rock and roll group that sings kid-friendly tunes. Refreshments and art activities also will be available. Reservations are required. For more information, go to dupagechildrensmuseum.org.
Denny Diamond NYE dinner show at White Fence Farm
Denny Diamond & TFJ (The Family Jewels) are an accomplished family trio who have delighted audiences across the nation. They perform the music of one of America’s favorite singer/songwriters, Neil Diamond. Mixing in songs made famous by artists like Johnny Cash, Roger Miller, Ricky Nelson and Elvis. Join them Saturday from 5 to 9 p.m. At White Fence Farm, 1376 Joliet Road, Romeoville.
Tickets are and include the chicken or ribeye steak dinner, show, taxes and gratuity. Call (815) 893-9202 for reservations.
Wine, dine and dance your way into the new year at Silver Lake Country Club, 14700 S 82nd St., Orland Park, starting at 7 p.m. on Saturday. Silver Lake’s New Year’s Eve party will feature live entertainment, open bar, a special holiday dinner of filet mignon and shrimp, photo booth pictures and endless dancing.
Hogmanay (New Year’s Eve) Hooley!
According to the National Geographic News, Residents of Scotland mark the arrival of the new year with particular passion in a holiday they call Hogmanay. Join the Celtic Knot Pub, 626 Church St., Evanston to celebrate the New Year with food and music. For information, call 847-864-1679 or go to www.celticknotpub.com.
Whether you’re throwing an epic bash or staying in this New Year’s Eve, be sure to make the last hours of 2011 the tastiest. Come to Whole Foods Market Sauganash, Saturday, Dec. 30th to enjoy live music and sample some of our favorite sparkling wines, appetizers and treats, perfect for welcoming 2012 in delicious style.
Free rides home only and not to other establishments starting at 11 p.m. Saturday. Call 1-800-752-5400. Available for residents of Mokena, New Lenox, Orland Park, Palos Heights, and Tinley Park. Pick up and drop off locations must be in a participating town. Beginning at 11:00 p.m. on New Year’s Eve through 4 a.m. on New Year’s Day.
New Years Eve Fun Skate at the Winnetka Ice Arena: Here’s your last opportunity in 2011 for the whole family to skate at the Winnetka Ice Arena. Warm up with cookies and cocoa afterwards. Admission is free for the entire family.
Beat your winter break cabin fever at the Dole Branch in Oak Park. Join other Lego maniacs and build to your heart’s content. We supply plenty of bricks so your kids can have a blast being creative, making structures and creatures of all shapes and sizes. All ages. No registration required.