# 8 Nights, 8 Lights Hanukkah Celebration — Skokie

> Event for families in the Chicago–Naperville–Elgin area (IL / IN). Times are Central Time.

- When: Wed, Dec 9 · 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
- Where: Devonshire Cultural Center, 4400 Greenwood Street, Skokie, IL 60076
- Ages: Stations especially appropriate for young children; fee for ages 2 and up
- Price: $10 for all guests ages 2 and up
- Organizer: Skokie Park District
- Official page: https://web2.myvscloud.com/wbwsc/ilskokiewt.wsc/search.html?module=AR&primarycode=345551
- Last checked: Sat, Oct 24

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## About

A family Hanukkah festival of lights at the Devonshire Cultural Center during the holiday's sixth night. Families hear the Hanukkah story, make and eat their own kosher latkes, and move between activity stations designed especially for young children. Everyone is welcome; pre-registration is required and the fee applies to all guests ages 2 and up. Ninety minutes on a weekday evening.

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