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WinterFest at Westfield Old Orchard

WHAT: Cozy up with Westfield Old Orchard as it
celebrates Valentine’s Day and rejoices in the winter season. The Skokie shopping
center hosts a special afternoon packed with entertaining activities and cold
weather fun that’s sure to warm the whole family’s hearts.





FESTIVITIES LOCATED IN THE CUBE/THECUBE PARK WILL INCLUDE:




  • Hands-on
    science activities from the Museum of Science and Industry

  • Carriage
    rides

  • S’mores
    and hot chocolate bar

  • Photo
    booth

  • Live 
    DJ

  • Larger-than-life
    Ice Sculptures

    featuring center retailers such as Brooks Brother, C.D. Peacock and
    more will be on display throughout the center from February 10, 2014 to
    February 17, 2014. Finish off the afternoon with a stroll through the
    charming displays which are also amazing photo opportunities!

  • Be
    the lucky guest to guess the amount of gems in the C.D. Peacock ice
    sculpture, and win a watch from the retailer!



 

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FESTIVITIES LOCATED AT THE ICE RINK NEXT TO
BLOOMINGDALE’S:

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  • Hit
    the ice at Westfield Old Orchard’s ice rink beginning at 1:00 p.m.



o   The
ice rink is operated by Skokie Park District so all skaters are welcome; price
is $1 to skate, $4 total if skate rentals are required




  • Skates, the Chicago Wolves' mascot, will make a special appearance at the ice rink from 1:00 to 1:30
    p.m.

  • Performance
    by Ice Semble at 2:30 p.m.



 



WHEN:Saturday, February 15 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.



WHERE: Westfield Old Orchard

Skokie Blvd. & Old Orchard Center

Skokie, IL 60077

847.673.6800

Location: Cube Park and the ice rink



COST: Free

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