Glenview This!: Mardi Gras for kids at Park Center

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Updated: March 3, 2012 8:37AM

Kiddie Gras

It’s Mardi Gras at the Park Center! Join in the fun for a family event that includes Mardi Gras games and crafts, inflatables in the gym, an authentic Cajun style dinner, and a balloon drop at the end of the night. Ages 3 to adult. When: 4-6 p.m. Feb. 4. Where: 2400 Chestnut Ave. Cost: $8 for kids, $6 for adults. Registration required: www.glenviewparks.org.

Hook rugs and quilts

What better way to spend a cold, winter day than making hook rugs? Learn how to hand hook a rug and make a quilt using strips of wool fabrics and a crochet style hook. Ages 16 and up. When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 4. Where: The Grove, 1421 Milwaukee Ave. Cost: $35. Register: www.glenviewparks.org.

Bowl during the bowl

How about a couple games of bowling while you watch the Super Bowl? Each lane at Pinstripes has flat screen TV’s, so you can watch the big game while you knock down some pins. The best part: the bowling is free (except for rental shoes) and kids under 12 eat free! When: 5:30-10 p.m. Feb. 5. Where: 1150 Willow Road. No reservations necessary.

A great fundraiser

Come to the Glenview Giving Foundation’s benefit, “Dancing With The Hearts.” Enjoy clips of great movies like “Saturday Night Fever,” “Dirty Dancing,” and “Grease,” in themed theater rooms, with live performances by GBS Orchesis, Driven 2 Dance students, Loyola Academy Company B and more! Also, enjoy a generous tasting of great local restaurants. Raffle tickets available for amazing prizes, too! When: 5:30-9 p.m. Feb. 6. Where: Regal Glen Stadium 10. Cost: $40. Get tickets and more info: www.glenviewgivingfoundation.org.

It’s magic!

Hey kids! Want to learn magic tricks to show your family and friends? Attend this workshop hosted by magician Gary Kantor where you’ll learn tricks using ropes, cards, coins and more! Also learn mind-reading techniques. Ages 5-12. When: 5:15-6:10 p.m. Feb. 7. Where: Glenview Park Center. Cost: $20, includes materials. Register: www.glenviewparks.org.

Who likes cake?

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, learn about celebration cakes! Popular food blogger and cookbook collector, Amy Alessio will talk about the history of cake including red velvet, carrot, wedding cakes and more. You’ll receive recipes and free tastes! When: 7-8 p.m. Feb. 7. Where: Glenview Public Library. Cost: Free. Register: www.glenviewpl.org.

A fun workout

Participate in “Drums,” a workout that uses drum rhythms to train your whole body! Taught by Glenview Park District Fitness instructors, this class combines cardio and core work while you listen to songs you love. It will also condition your mind through rhythm, movement and creative expression. For all fitness levels! Adults only. When: 11 a.m. to noon, Feb. 8. Where: Glenview Public Library. Cost: Free. Register: www.glenviewpl.org.