Free Family Fun Year Round at Westfield Old Orchard

Free Family Fun Year Round at Westfield® Old Orchard

WFamily Program Engages, Informs and Entertains

Calling all families with preschoolers!  WFamily, in partnership with the Skokie Public Library, has a great year of fun in store for you at Westfield Old Orchard in Skokie. Held the first Saturday of every month from 11:30am to 12:30pm in the Arcade Shops, kids are invited to explore their imaginations during story time with the Skokie Public Library and get creative with a make-it-and take-it craft. WFamily events are free and reservations are not required. Below is the schedule for 2011.

• January 1 – Happy New Year – WFamily will not meet today – see you next month.
• February 5 – Be My Valentine
• March 5 – Luck of the Irish – St. Patrick's Day Celebration
• April 2 – Bunny Surprise
• May 7 – Love Her! Happy Mother's Day
• June 4 – Summer Vacation
• July 2 – Red, White and Blue – Happy Fourth of July
• August 6 – Back to School Bash
• September 3 – Autumn Harvest
• October 1 – Tricks and Treats – Happy Halloween
• November 5 – Turkey Tales
• December 3 – Santa's Workshop

"WFamily events introduce youngsters to the concept of learning through literature and creativity," said Amy Benson, marketing director of Westfield Old Orchard. "It's a joy to watch the kids having fun while their parents enjoy the stories, too."

Westfield Old Orchard is conveniently located in Skokie, IL, at the intersection of Old Orchard Road and Skokie Boulevard. The center is home to Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom, Lord & Taylor and Macys, along with more than 145 specialty shops and boutiques. Dining options include full service restaurants such as McCormick & Shmick's, The Cheesecake Factory and more. Fast casual options include Potbelly Sandwich Works, Noodles & Company, Johnny Rocket's and the Orchard Food Court. For more information visit www.westfield.com/oldorchard  or call 847-673-6800.