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Christmas at Wildlife - Polar Express Experience

Posted on: Fri, 12/03/2010 - 12:29| By: GinaBina

The Polar Express Experience takes place Dec. 10, 2010 - Dec. 12, 2010, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm; Sunday 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. Come experience Chris Van Allsburg's Classic Christmas story The Polar Express as a participant instead of just a listener! Before the train whistle blows, there will be hands-on, old-fashioned crafts and activities including an animal enrichment program as Lily and Ivy, our educational skunks, open up some Christmas presents early for being so good! As you board an actual Polar Express train, listen and watch the magical story unfold around you and experience a lighted journey to Santa's very own wilderness lodge. You will meet Santa himself, get a personalized photo, ride a miniature pony, enjoy hot chocolate and cookies baked by Mrs. Claus as well as go home with the ever important ringing bell to all children who truly believe!

Reservations are not necessary but highly recommended as seating will be limited. Contact us at 676-0998! Ticket price for an adult includes the opportunity to experience the event with your children and a seat on the Polar Express Train. Friday and Saturday participants must be through the front gate by 8:30 pm. Visitors participating in Sunday Brunch at the Park will receive the member discount.

Admission Price: $17.00 per person, Ages 1-14; $15.00 member, 14 and above $6.50; $5.00 member; FREE ages 1 and under
Event Type: Special Event
Area: Throughout the Park

Info from the Wildlife Prairie State Park Website

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* Come tour Peoria Academy facilities before Winter Break so that you can secure your spot for the second/Spring semester 2010/2011 school year. Admission registration fees ($150 per student) will be waived when application is turned in within 7 days of tour.

* In order for new students to become better acquaited with the school before the academic year starts, Peoria Academy is now offering free summer camp tuition for all students entering Pre-K or Kindergarten in the Fall of 2011.

For any questions, please contact:

Barbara Dawson
Peoria Academy Recruitment Officer
(309)253-0280
barbdawson@mtco.com