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Feb 5Sunday ‘Metropolis Quartet Chamber Concert” at The Morton Arboretum

High energy and musically exciting! A fantastic afternoon with the ‘Metropolis Quartet,’ this month’s “Chamber Concert,” is what awaits you. See a versatile group of musicians redefine chamber music for a new age. This group performs work by the major composers such as Mozart, and J.C. Bac...

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Feb 8Wednesday Be an Artist at Westfield Fox Valley with Free Westfield Family Fun Days

Come take a trip to the museum in February - join Westfield Fox Valley and the Westfield Family Program for Family Fun Days featuring “Arts and Culture.” Kids will explore famous works of art and discover the artists within themselves. On February 8th, join us for story time with “My Dog Thi...

Westfield Fox ValleyAurora
Feb 8Wednesday Cirque du Soleil - Quidam

Event: Cirque du Soleil - QuidamVenue: Sears Centre ArenaStart: 2/8/2012 7:30:00 PMCategory: THEATRE CIRQUE DU SOLEIL...

Sears Centre ArenaHoffman Estates
Feb 9Thursday Certified Scrum Product Owner - Chicago, IL

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Courtyard by Marriott, SchaumburgSchaumburg
Feb 9Thursday Lynne Koplitz

Lynne Koplitz: Functionally Dysfunctional premieres this Spring! Come spend your Valentine's Day laughing with us at the Improv. We have Lynne Koplitz performing and she is hilarious! Lynne moved to New York with theatre on her mind but turned to stand up comedy after trying it on a whim. Now, she ...

Improv Comedy ClubSchaumburg
Feb 10Friday LEGO® STAR WARS™ Days

Jedi Knights have been dispatched to LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago to re-build peace in the galaxy, and they need all the help they can get! You can harness your Jedi power by joining LEGO® STAR WARS™ Days Out-of-this-world activities include: *Assist the Master Model Builder in a group bui...

LEGOLAND Discovery CenterSchaumburg
Feb 11Saturday “Truffle Making Workshop” at The Morton Arboretum

Create a perfect Valentine’s gift for your sweetheart, your friends or just for you! The “Truffle Making Workshop” teaches you the secret to making this chocolate favorite. Make your friends jealous by learning how to design your own truffles and choosing the perfect toppings such as sugar and...

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Feb 11Saturday “Nature Discovery Night Hike” at The Morton Arboretum

What happens in the woods after dark? Take a “Nature Discovery Night Hike” and learn about the nocturnal side of nature. You will take a night hike exploring the tree forms, listening for the sounds of the evening. Then warm up with hot drinks and s’mores by a roaring fire while listening to a...

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Feb 12Sunday “Chocolate Sushi” Workshop at The Morton Arboretum

Sushi and chocolate...oh yes! At the “Chocolate Sushi” workshop you will learn how to make sushi with bittersweet chocolate, basmati rice, coconut milk, dark rum, strawberries, kiwi and mangos. And yes, there will be types of chocolates to sample. Dazzle your friends with this new kind of treat ...

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Feb 14Tuesday Free Session: "How to Start Earning Great Money Quickly as a Freelancer & Consultant - Feb 14

Free Session: February 14, Aurora, IL Start earning great money quickly as a freelancer and consultant in the field of your choice! Join successful freelancer / consultant Diana Schneidman for this inspirational and informative session that is sure to help you move from dreaming to implementing. ...

Aurora Fox Valley Community Center & LibraryAurora
Feb 17Friday Bobby Lee

Bobby Lee From Mad TV & Chelsea Lately . Bobby Lee, best known from his numerous years as a cast member on Fox's long running comedy series "Mad TV", can now be seen as a regular guest on E!'s "Chelsea Lately" and ...

Improv Comedy ClubSchaumburg
Feb 18Saturday “The Botany of Chocolate” at The Morton Arboretum

What is the cacao plant? Discover the fascinating history and science of chocolate in “The Botany of Chocolate” while sampling different chocolate varieties. Learn about the botany and natural history of cacao, as well as its role in the cultures that use the plant. Adults. Costs $29 (discounts ...

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Feb 19Sunday “Kid’s Chocolate ‘Pizza’ Party” at The Morton Arboretum

Make a chocolate creation! “Kid’s Chocolate ‘Pizza’ Party” lets the little guys and gals get their hands into some yummy chocolate. Make some magic with a chocolate pizza covered in a variety of candy toppings. Dip pretzels too! The newly proclaimed chocolatiers will have a chocolate pizza...

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Feb 19Sunday Nick Colionne Valentine's Celebration

Red-hot guitarist and vocalist Nick Colionne continues his blazing success into 2012. BET Jazz has described him as one of the most exceptional performers to come along in a long time. Long known for his dynamic, musically eclectic “live” performances, Nick’s show includes a unique combination...

Schaumburg Prairie Center for the ArtsSchaumburg
Feb 20Monday “Kid’s Chocolate Crepe Workshop” at The Morton Arboretum

Light, fluffy and chocolaty! “Kid’s Chocolate Crepe Workshop” lets your kid make chocolate crepes with fresh berries and homemade whip cream. Don’t worry, it is educational too! They will learn about the history of chocolate and taste some samples. Each kid receives a chocolate certificate, ...

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Feb 22Wednesday Be an Artist at Westfield Fox Valley with Free Westfield Family Fun Days

February 22nd will feature Egyptian themed stories, starting with “One Blue Hippo” by The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Children will practice counting with the help of works of art from the Metropolitan Museum’s Egyptian collection. The second book, “Tickle Tut’s Toes” by Julie Appel, exp...

Westfield Fox ValleyAurora
Feb 24Friday Good Lovelies

Caroline, Carrie and Sue combine perfect three part harmonies with sassy banter and inspired lyrics. Join these with masterful musicianship on a multitude of instruments including guitar, banjo, fiddle, mandolin and glockenspiel and it is clear why they were awarded the 2010 New Emerging Artist at t...

McAninch Arts Center at the College of Du PageGlen Ellyn
Feb 25Saturday Certified Scrum Master - Chicago Weekender

Certified ScrumMaster Scrum Training Why Attend 3Back's Certified ScrumMaster Training? Delivered by industry leading experts Develop a real product in class Sharpen essential scrum and agile skills Discover the impact of how agile/scrum works Earn Your Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) designation fro...

Courtyard by Marriott, SchaumburgSchaumburg
Feb 25Saturday “Chicago’s Sweet Candy History” at The Morton Arboretum

Fan of Frango Mints or Dove Chocolates? Enjoy a chocolate-themed brunch while learning about “Chicago’s Sweet Candy History”. Historian and author, Leslie Goddard, explains why Chicago has called itself the Candy Capital of America since the turn of the century. Adults. Costs $28 (discounts f...

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Feb 25Saturday “Maple Tapping Time and Pancake Picnic” at The Morton Arboretum

Sweet fun! “Maple Tapping Time and Pancake Picnic” creates happy, winter-time memories. Bundle up and see how maple syrup goes from the tree to the kitchen. Learn about this treat’s rich history, how a maple tree is tapped and even taste some sap straight out of the trunk! After have a yummy p...

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