# PuzzlePalooza Jigsaw Race — Crystal Lake

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

- When: Sun, Nov 15 · 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Where: Grand Oaks Recreation Center, 1401 W. Route 176, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: Fee: R $45 / NR $60 per team
- Organizer: Crystal Lake Park District
- Official page: https://www.crystallakeparks.org/
- Last checked: Sat, Oct 24

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## About

Teams of two or four race other teams to finish the same 500-piece jigsaw puzzle at Grand Oaks Recreation Center, with two sessions to choose from (10 a.m.–noon or 1:30–3:30 p.m.). Prizes go to the first three teams, a Baskin-Robbins ice cream sundae bar is included, and players can bring snacks and old puzzles to swap. Only one team member registers. A good family challenge for puzzle-loving parents with older kids and teens.

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