On Sunday, Dec. 31, children who can’t stay up late can still celebrate the coming year during the Children’s Museum of Illinois’ annual “Happy Noon Year” event. Enjoy a confetti balloon drop at noon, along with music, a craft and other festive fun. Admission is $6 for Children’s Museum of Illinois members and $8 for nonmembers. Preregistration is required. For more information about “Happy Noon Year” and other Children’s Museum of Illinois programs, visit http://cmofil.com or call 423-KIDS.