The Fantastic Toy Shoppe The Center for Performing Arts at Governors State University, 1 University Parkway, University Park,  proudly presents professional touring children's theater company The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati's "The Fantastic Toy Shoppe," a new heart-warming musical that will surely become a holiday classic.  This delightful show is part of The Center's "Especially for Kids" series, and provides an enjoyable afternoon of entertainment appropriate for families with children ages 5-11. "The Fantastic Toy Shoppe" features a script with lovable characters portrayed by an …

FRIDAY, DEC. 10 Girls Night Out Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School, 3737 W. 99th St., Chicago, is hosting a girls' night out for seventh and eighth grade girls. The evening features games and activities hosted by McAuley's clubs, organizations and intramurals.  All seventh and eighth grade girls are invited to participate. 6-9 p.m. For more information, call Nancy Lynch at 773-881-6566. SATURDAY, DEC. 11 Make a Gingerbread House Make a gingerbread house at the Children's Museum of Oak Lawn at 5100 Museum Drive. The museum will provide the pre-assembled house, frosting and candies. All …