# Tween Culinary: Grinch Cookies — Arlington Heights Memorial Library

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

- When: Wed, Dec 2 · 5:15 PM – 6:30 PM
- Where: Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 North Dunton Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
- Ages: Tweens grades 4-6
- Price: Check official pricing
- Registration: Registration opened today (Central Time).
- Organizer: Arlington Heights Memorial Library
- Official page: https://www.ahml.info/scheduling/reservation/229426
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

Tweens in grades 4-6 make Grinch-inspired cake mix cookies in the Makerplace kitchen. Space is limited: Arlington Heights cardholders register to join a lottery and are notified by email; the kitchen is not allergy-free.

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