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Starting now, Chicago’s North Shore suburbs are offering an abundance of twinkling lights, photos with Santa, Christmas tree lightings, carolers, gingerbread, cocoa, menorah lightings, holiday teas, skating, concerts and more. Here’s a list to get you into the merry mood of the holidays.

Nov. 14 through Jan. 4

Lightscape at Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake-Cook Road, Glencoe. A 1.3 mile walking trail featuring designer-curated holiday lights, art and music, with festive treats available. chicagobotanic.org/lightscape

Willow Hill Lights, 1350 Willow Road, Northbrook. Opens nightly at 5 p.m. A 2.5 mile drive-through holiday lights show. $40 per car. Advance purchase recommended, some tickets available at venue. Entrance is on Willow Road, wes

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