Abundant flowers! Glorious music with brass and percussion! Easter Egg and scavenger hunt! Come and rejoice with us as we walk with the disciples to find the empty tomb and the power of death overcome by the love of God. Worship at 9:30am, with fun for the whole family starting immediately after at 10:30am with...

Whether you’re new to the sport or looking for a refresher, join us to learn safety tips, proper shooting techniques, and basic skills. Equipment provided. Ages 8 and up; under 18 with an adult. $5 per person. Register online or at 630-933-7248.

Watch out as you explore the Conservatory – you may run into a Budding Botanists! on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30am to 2:30pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids of all ages at our Budding Botanists station. These programs are drop in and no preregistration is required. You can stop by and interact with...

Discover how sap becomes syrup as you try tapping with tools from the 1890s, check the collection buckets, watch sap thicken over the fire, and try a taste of real maple syrup. All ages. The program is free, but there’s a suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to enter the...

Pick up prepackaged activities and a pair of solar eclipse glasses. We've gathered materials and prepackaged them so you can learn about and watch the April 8th eclipse at home. A pair of solar eclipse glasses will be included in each bag. Registration beings March 1. Supply pickup is April 1-7 at the Youth Services...

Drop in for hands-on activities and the chance to meet other homeschoolers.

Calling all master builders. Drop in and use your imagination to make unique models with the library’s LEGO bricks. Toss those instructions aside and let your imagination soar.

Celebrate April Fool’s Day with silly activities around the Youth Department!

Tell us your best joke to win a prize! / Cuéntanos tu mejor chiste para ganar un premio

Whether your family prefers board games, card games, or anything in between, we've got something everyone will enjoy! Games vary from session to session. Caregiver participation is required. Limit 50 participants. No registration is required. Participants will be admitted on a first-come, first-served basis.

We supply Legos and a theme, you supply the imagination! Children under 8, please bring your caregiver. Registration required beginning March 25 by calling 847-376-2839 or visiting the Youth Services Desk. An adult must be in attendance with children under 8.

Acompáñanos para una presentación de cuentos y música en Español e Inglés.

Join us to play fun party games like Would You Rather?, and board games like Go Fish and Trouble! No knowledge of games required!

Open to ages 3-12. Limited to 20 participants. Registration required.

Every Tuesday Starting March 5 • 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM • Free Program • Pre-Registration Required • For Students (6-12) and their Parents/Caregivers • Adults must accompany students Unleash your curiosity every Tuesday while exploring the wonders of agriculture, STEM, and nature! This program is for parents and elementary-age students (6-12 years old). Topics include: Coding:...

Illinois residents enjoy FREE admission to Shedd Aquarium on select days throughout the year! Tickets must be reserved online before your visit. Night Dives: Illinois Resident Free Evenings in August! Illinois Residents receive free admission from 5 – 9 p.m. (last entry at 7 p.m.)  Upcoming Free Evenings: August 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29,...

Visit Waubonsie Valley High School's Planetarium and learn about solar eclipses and more with NASA Solar System Ambassador Stephanie Rybka! Join us for this unique and immersive experience at the Waubonsie Valley High School Planetarium to learn solar eclipse basics and safety. Stephanie will share her personal experience, observations, and tips from the 2017 Total...

Drop in between 7-8 pm to try out some robots as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Recommended age: 5-11 yrs with an adult.

New for 2024, enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October. Advance online registration is required. The normal $5 parking fee applies for guests not registered.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Free Wednesdays are the perfect opportunity for you to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family or a group of science-loving friends. Adventure through the wilderness on a desert safari, explore ancient civilizations, and come face-to-face with prehistoric creatures— all in one place. The Field Museum has so much to explore, you’ll need more...

Wednesdays are Free Admission Days sponsored by RBC Wealth Management.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Kids Club Members will receive exclusive email invitations to Kids Club events and are welcome to join monthly 1-hour Playdates. Doors open at 9:45am. The closest entrance to the Kids Play Area is Entrance #5, parking deck.

A special program for little naturalists. Tickets on a first come, first served basis starting at 9:30 am. Ages 3-6 w/adult.

Ignite your child’s sense of wonder and curiosity as we explore, experiment, and make discoveries. Ages 4 & up w/adult.

We are pleased to offer weekly Donation Days—every Thursday the museum is open—for Illinois residents. Illinois residents can enjoy free admission during these Donation Days, or support us with a $10 suggested household donation at the time of admission. Illinois residents can reserve their Donation Day tickets online or in person.   For information on...

Drop in to the Crown Family PlayLab for free weekly activites for 2-6 year olds! PlayLab PlayDates are free to museum guests, don’t require pre-registration, and take place on IL Resident Free Days!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with...

Activate your creativity and imagination as you build with friends! Delight in random halts for a quick “Ready, Set, BUILD!” challenge. Bonus, members get to take home a surprise LEGO accessory each time they come, YAY!

The Adler is excited to announce that we will be free for Illinois residents (with proof of residency) every Wednesday evening from 4-10 pm (our new Wednesday hours.) Stop by after work or school, or for date night and enjoy everything the Adler has to offer at night, for free as part of our Illinois...

Take a break from your busy week and unwind at the library! Each Wednesday there will be a different activity like building, crafts, and games.

Cuentos, canciones y arte en ingles y en español.  Stories, songs and art in English and Spanish.

No eclipse glasses? No problem! Learn how to make a pin-hole eclipse viewer so you can watch the April 8 eclipse as a family! (Grades K–5 with an adult)

Bring the whole family for craft night at the library! Each week we will feature upcycled materials to create our craft with.

Stop by to make a simple craft with your child. Each week explores a different topic to spark your child's creativity and curiosity. Ages 3-7. While supplies last. Drop in.

We are pleased to offer weekly Donation Days—every Thursday the museum is open—for Illinois residents. Illinois residents can enjoy free admission during these Donation Days, or support us with a $10 suggested household donation at the time of admission. Illinois residents can reserve their Donation Day tickets online or in person.   For information on...

DuSable Museum of African-American history is free to Illinois residents to visit on Wednesdays. We also give free admission to military and to first responders. That means Police, Fire, EMT’s. With valid ID.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Registration is required. This is a welcoming group where you can meet other breastfeeding moms, ask questions and get assistance and support. Led by Vanessa Prinz, Board Certified Lactation Consultant.

What is a solar eclipse? Why is the 2024 eclipse so special? Find out the answers to these and other questions when you create your own eclipse model! Ages 7-11 ** ** A limited number of tickets will be available beginning 30 minutes before the program. Tickets will be at the Children's Reference Desk.

Ramadan Mubarak! Celebrate the month of fasting, prayer, and charity with stories and a craft in English and Urdu. Twenty name tags (children only).

Get excited for the upcoming solar eclipse, snack on a Moon Pie, and watch The Wild Thornberrys Movie! An eclipse occurs in this animated movie as the action unfolds in Africa... (2002, Rated PG)

Trauma-informed, self-defense instructor Lindsey Daehnke from Strictly Self-Defense will teach participants basic physical self-defense skills and techniques. All experience levels are welcome. Self-defense program is designed to be accessible to individuals of all backgrounds and fitness levels, so no matter your experience, we invite you to join us and learn how to defend yourself with...

Let your toddler explore their world through messy playtime. You make the mess; we’ll clean it up! Dress to get dirty in this tactile, indoor program. (Ages 12–36 months with an adult)

Start your Friday morning off at the library with a fun storytime all about animals. A new animal each week! Some bilingual Spanish.

Join the Naperville Public Library (NPL) for one of their spectacular Story Times at DCM. These interactive Story Times often feature puppets, songs, movement, and more! First Friday of Each Month (*unless noted otherwise) *Friday, March 15, 2024 | 11:00 Friday, April 5, 2024 | 11:00 Friday, May 3, 2024 | 11:00

Explore, discover, and imagine with our new educational play stations. We rotate our toys every week to ensure our future veterinarians, doctors, chefs, and store clerks never get bored! Drop in anytime between 11-4:30 for this self-guided, free-play day. Recommended age: 3 years and older

Free admission on the First Friday of each month during A Love Supreme (Jan. 20 - April 28) thanks to our exhibition sponsors and museum patrons.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Get to know some other homeschool families in the area while playing games, trying out hands-on activities, and more!

April 5: Turning Red (2022) May 3: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (2023) June 7: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2023) For children of all ages with an adult.

Work together to solve a series of puzzles, and open a series of locks. You'll receive a series of clues and puzzles printed on paper to work through as a timer counts down on our big screen. Each solved puzzle will correlate to a lock on a box. Open all the locks to BREAKOUT. Hints...

Join our code master and think like a computer while programming with cool games and activities! Perfect for beginner coders. Register for one session only.

Build along with other kids and try to complete this month's challenge.

Join us as we learn more about and meet some reptiles and amphibians from Deb the Frog Lady! Every First Friday, an array of downtown Geneva businesses offers specials all day - from discounts to giveaways to raffles. Shop and dine at your favorite places and discover new ones! We will sweeten your First Friday...

Listen, match, and win prizes during this fun, fast-paced bilingual bingo-like game of Lotería! For families. Enjoy a few rounds of Loteria with your family and win prizes! What is Lotería? Lotería is a century-old game often referred to as "Mexican Bingo." Fill out your card first and you win! Please register each child and...

First Fridays is a night of art, fun, music, dance, and community at local businesses and venues in downtown Aurora on the first Friday evening of the month. First Fridays in Downtown Aurora invites the community to enjoy art, music, food, theater, and more on the first Friday of the month. First Friday venues have...

Join us for fun that is out of this world with this space-themed bingo! Note: There are 2 sessions of this program, please only sign up for one time slot.

Enjoy the live 'Elvis & Cash Show', explore an instrument petting zoo, and more! ¡Disfruta del 'Elvis & Cash Show' en vivo, explora un zoológico de instrumentos, y más! Ever wondered what a concert would have been like that featured both Elvis and Johnny Cash?! The Elvis & Cash show is fondly called the "What...

Come join us for three hours of FUN! Parents can snag a little kid-free time on the first Friday of every month from 7:00-10:00pm! We'll play, eat, hang and burn all of that extra energy! The fun includes our 60 ft. inflatable obstacle course, trampolines, foam pits, open gym, games, pizza, and lemonade! Register below!...

It’s Hidden Lakes’ spring trout season! To celebrate, we are opening the gates for fishing at 6 a.m. Find your perfect spot along the two stocked lakes. We will have a fire going to warm up in preparation for reeling in the big one! Head to the Tackle Box bait shop for a commemorative mug...

Superheroes Unite! Join us on April 6 at 8:30A with your friends and family and show off your superpower at the Superhero 3K Fun Run, taking place at the Sensory Garden Playground! All participants are invited to wear their favorite superhero attire as they participate in this 3K Fun Run so break out your Wonder...

Home Depot kids workshops are back! Stop by your local shop on the first Saturday of the month from 9:00am - 12:00pm.  Lattice Planter - April 6, 2024 Blooming Picture Frame - May 4, 2024 Grill Gift Card Box - June 1, 2024 Soccer Game - July 6, 2024

Families, join in the fun as the Bartlett Depot Museum brings back the First Saturday Free Children’s Craft on the first Saturday of each month. The craft in March celebrates the return of spring! No registration is needed and supplies are limited. The depot museum, located at 100 W. Railroad Avenue, will be open from...

This course is designed to develop awareness, technique, and safety skills in children and adults while on a bike. Participants will learn about choosing a bicycle, parts of a bike, essential equipment, and how to safely and comfortably ride a bike in various traffic conditions. Parking lot and on-the-bike activities will include a bike safety...

Build as far as your imagination will take you in this fun drop-in event the whole family will enjoy. Walk-ins and new friends welcome!

Help us kick off a fun-filled week of celebrating young children and their families. Drop in to explore a variety of hands-on activities for little learners, including some sponsored by local preschools and child care organizations. The Week of the Young Child® is an annual celebration sponsored by the National Association for the Education of...

This program will be held in person in the First Floor Meeting Room. Join us to celebrate the launch of our Seed Library, an exciting green initiative made possible through a collaboration with Eagle Scout Candidate Owen Hanba from Troop 1. Whether you’re a new or experienced gardener, our collection boasts a diverse array of...

Supported Storytime is for children with disabilities who need sensory, visual, or communication support. Supported Storytime provides an alternative Storytime format for children whose traditional Storytimes have not been successful. We will use a visual schedule to let participants know what to expect and to see in what order the activities will take place. Sensory...

New babies come with a lot of questions! Come to our Bumps & Babies Resource Fair to find some answers. A variety of businesses will be in attendance to share their resources for growing families and expectant parents. All visitors will have an opportunity to register for a giveaway of generously donated items from area...

Potty training just got a lot more fun! At this party, little ones will get excited about ditching the diapers and caregivers will learn strategies to help support this big transition. We'll play games, sing songs, and explore playful activities that make potty training a positive experience for caregivers and kids alike. For ages 2-5...

Watch out as you explore the Conservatory – you may run into a Budding Botanists! on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30am to 2:30pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids of all ages at our Budding Botanists station. These programs are drop in and no preregistration is required. You can stop by and interact with...

Getting to throw handful of brightly colored powder at friends and foes seems too good to be true. Yes it’s true! Vedic Cultural Society invites all members of the public, from people with understanding of festival who simply get a kick out of chucking organic dyed flour at strangers to celebrate the festival of color....

Experience rich culture and beautiful languages from around the world during our dual language storytimes! Books, rhymes, and songs will be shared to help foster an appreciation for the many languages spoken throughout our wonderful multicultural community. The activities presented are family oriented with stories suitable for the youngest ages. This program welcomes both those...

March 16: Discover the art of interior design inspired by the works found in A Love Supreme. Then, explore sculpture as personal expression and design and construct a domestic interior that tells a unique story about you. April 6: Give music new life by creating a colorful weaving on reclaimed CDs! Explore the tactile works...

Need a new place to play on a Saturday? Come check out our toy collection! Drop in anytime between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to explore and play! For ages 2+ with a caregiver. Coffee and pastries provided.

Celebrate your local authors! Visit local author tables on the library's main floor from 1-4pm and stop by the café area on the main floor for open mic readings from our authors.

Drop-in event recommended for families with children ages 5 and up. Join other enthusiasts as you free-build with the Library’s large collection of LEGO® bricks.

Want to share some love with dogs and cats awaiting adoption? Come make pet toys out of recycled materials, which will be donated to Aurora Animal Care & Control. Volunteer credit is available.