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SUMMARY:A Charlie Brown Christmas Soundtrack Live with the Chris White Trio
DESCRIPTION:<b>A Charlie Brown Christmas Soundtrack </b>

<b>Performed Live in the decorated Dawes House by the Chris White Trio</b>

<strong>Thursday, December 4, 6:30pm</strong>

<strong>SOLD OUT</strong>

<span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none">In-person event
At the Evanston History Center
225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL</span>

Take in the true magic of the season as the Chris White Trio performs the beloved and iconic music from Vince Guaraldi's "A Charlie Brown Christmas" inside an Evanston setting like no other- the magical Dawes House, decorated for the holidays. This special concert offers an opportunity to experience live the timeless jazz melodies that have become synonymous with the holiday season. Before the concert, explore the Dawes House, decorated for the holidays and check out the It's All Fun and Games annual exhibit.

<strong>About the artist</strong>

Originally from Toronto, Chris White has gained recognition through his albums <i>Young at Heart</i> and <i>Tributaries</i>. At home in a host of genres and settings, he has made his name as a go-to freelance pianist, arranger and accompanist in the Chicago area. His performance credits include the Chicago Jazz Festival, The Jazz Showcase, The Green Mill, Winter’s Jazz Club, Cliff Bell’s, Catalina Jazz Club (Los Angeles), Feinstein’s/54 Below (NYC) among others. He has also performed overseas in Japan, Thailand and Germany.

Ticket price includes refreshments.

<strong>Tickets:</strong>
URL:https://evanstonhistorycenter.org/event/a-charlie-brown-christmas-soundtrack-live-with-the-chris-white-trio/
LOCATION:Evanston History Center\, 225 Greenwood Street\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Upcoming Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Evanston History Center":MAILTO:kfabian@evanstonhistorycenter.org
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SUMMARY:Holiday Tea for Families at the Evanston History Center
DESCRIPTION:<strong>Holiday Tea for Families at the Evanston History Center</strong>

SOLD OUT

Gather your loved ones for the Holiday Tea for Families at the Evanston History Center, a cheerful celebration of the season in a historic setting. Enjoy a delicious menu of teas and treats, hands-on crafts, live music, and the charm of Evanston’s beautifully decorated Dawes House.

Sunday, December 7 2025, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
<span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none">In-person event
At the <a href="https://evanstonhistorycenter.org/">Evanston History Center</a>
225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL</span>

<strong>About the event:
</strong>Experience holiday magic and make new family holiday traditions at our second annual festive holiday tea! Guests of all ages will enjoy classic teas and a menu of sweet and savory treats by <a href="https://www.bestfrenchpastries.com/">Patisserie Coralie</a> in a historic setting, while making vintage-style pomanders (orange and clove ornaments) and other holiday crafts. Includes a short tour of the decorated <a href="https://evanstonhistorycenter.org/dawes-house/">Dawes House</a>, music, vintage toys, admission to the “<a href="https://evanstonhistorycenter.org/exhibitions/">It’s All Fun and Games</a>” exhibition* and photo opportunities in the decorated Dawes House. All ages.

<img class="alignnone wp-image-14775" src="https://evanstonhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/download-1.jpg" alt="https://www.bestfrenchpastries.com/" width="184" height="184" />  <img class="alignnone wp-image-14781" src="https://evanstonhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20241208_154423-1-1-225x300.jpg" alt="Table with high tea setting." width="138" height="184" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-14779" src="https://evanstonhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20241208_161309-300x300.jpg" alt="Table with clove oranges, snowmen figurines, and bottle brush trees." width="187" height="187" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-14778" src="https://evanstonhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20241208_155651-225x300.jpg" alt="Boxes of pastries including cupcakes and filled donuts." width="142" height="190" />

*Note that a portion of the exhibit is on the second floor, accessible via one and a half flights of stairs.
URL:https://evanstonhistorycenter.org/event/holiday-tea-for-families-at-the-evanston-history-center-2025/
LOCATION:Evanston History Center\, 225 Greenwood Street\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday,Upcoming Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Evanston History Center":MAILTO:kfabian@evanstonhistorycenter.org
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SUMMARY:Festive Holiday Tea at the Dawes House - Ages 21+
DESCRIPTION:<strong>Festive Holiday Tea at the Dawes House - Ages 21+</strong>

Experience the charm of the season at the <strong data-start="2405" data-end="2448">Holiday Tea at the Dawes House</strong>. This festive adults-only gathering combines historic elegance, live music, and delicious high tea treats inside the beautifully decorated Evanston History Center.

Sunday, December 7, 2025, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
<span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none">In-person event
At the <a href="https://evanstonhistorycenter.org/">Evanston History Center</a>
225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL</span>

<strong>About the event:
</strong>Join us at the <a href="https://evanstonhistorycenter.org/dawes-house/">Dawes House</a> for an <em>adults only</em> festive holiday tea with a historical twist. While imbibing on classic teas, vintage Victorian punch and high tea treats from <a href="https://www.bestfrenchpastries.com/">Patisserie Coralie</a>, guests will be introduced to 1920s tea menus and etiquette while making their own Victorian cone ornaments. Includes live piano music, a short tour of the Dawes House, <span data-sheets-root="1">admission to the “<a href="https://evanstonhistorycenter.org/exhibitions/">It’s All Fun and Games</a>” exhibition* and photo opportunities in the decorated Dawes House. </span><span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none">Ages 21+ only, alcoholic refreshments included.</span>

<img class="alignnone wp-image-14781" src="https://evanstonhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20241208_154423-1-1-225x300.jpg" alt="Table with high tea setting." width="131" height="175" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-14775" src="https://evanstonhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/download-1.jpg" alt="https://www.bestfrenchpastries.com/" width="176" height="176" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-14777" src="https://evanstonhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20241208_154534-300x225.jpg" alt="Table with two punch bowls." width="235" height="176" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-14778" src="https://evanstonhistorycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20241208_155651-225x300.jpg" alt="Boxes of pastries, including cupcakes and filled donuts." width="134" height="179" />

*Note that a portion of the exhibit is on the second floor, accessible via one and a half flights of stairs.
URL:https://evanstonhistorycenter.org/event/holiday-tea-dawes-house-2025/
LOCATION:Evanston History Center\, 225 Greenwood Street\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday,Upcoming Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Evanston History Center":MAILTO:kfabian@evanstonhistorycenter.org
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SUMMARY:Holiday Candlelight Tour of the Dawes House
DESCRIPTION:<strong>Holiday Candlelight Tour of the Dawes House</strong>

<strong>Thursday, December 18 6:30pm</strong>

&nbsp;

SOLD OUT

<span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none">In-person event
At the Evanston History Center
225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL</span>

Just a few days before the longest night of the year, experience the historic Dawes House at its most magical- in evening candlelight and decked out for the holidays. Includes a one hour tour by historian Kris Hartzell that covers the architecture of the landmark museum home, details on the five historic period Christmas trees, and stories of how this home was enlivened during the holidays by the Dawes family.  Also includes refreshments, live piano music, admission to the “It’s All Fun and Games” holiday exhibit on classic toys, games and books created right here in Evanston.

<strong>Tickets:</strong>
URL:https://evanstonhistorycenter.org/event/holiday-candlelight-tour-of-the-dawes-house/
LOCATION:Evanston History Center\, 225 Greenwood Street\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Upcoming Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Evanston History Center":MAILTO:kfabian@evanstonhistorycenter.org
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