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Bugapalooza

Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak Park

๐Ÿž Calling all young explorers and bug enthusiasts! Get ready for a buzzing adventure at Bugapalooza, where weโ€™ll delve into the fascinating world of insects and their incredible habitats. Join us for 5 days filled with excitement, learning, and lots of buggy fun! ๐Ÿœ Bugapalooza activities are included in your Wonder Works admission. No extra...

Included in general admission
Event Series Little Saplings

Little Saplings

Creek Bend Nature Center 37W700 Dean Street, St. Charles

In this monthly program, geared for 3-5 year olds, weโ€™ll explore the natural world through a variety of activities specific to the theme of the month. Sessions include a combination of stories, nature hikes, songs, games, or crafts. A parent or caregiver must accompany child.

$5

Chicago History Museum Illinois Resident Free Day

Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago

The Museum offers free days to Illinois residents throughout the year, including commemorative days like Presidentsโ€™ Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Fourth of July. Upcoming 2023โ€“24 Illinois resident FREE days include: March 12, 27โ€“28; April 10, 18, 24; May 1, 27, 29   For information on more events like this, check out our...

Free

Earth Day Celebration

Lincoln Marsh Harrison & Pierce Avenues, Wheaton

Enjoy activities, crafts, and open play. Program is held entirely outdoors, please dress appropriately. All Ages.

Free

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Illinois Resident Donation Day

The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum 2430 N. Cannon Dr., Chicago

We are pleased to offer weekly Donation Daysโ€”every Thursday the museum is openโ€”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...

Donations appreciated
Event Series Just Between Friends Resale

Just Between Friends Resale

Soccer City 545 S. Consumers Avenue, Palatine

Are you tired of paying too much for clothes that your kids quickly outgrow? When you sell your kid's gently used items and THEN shop at Just Between Friends you'll save hundreds of dollars on clothes, shoes, books, toys and all the baby gear you need for the next season of your child's life. You...

Event Series Crafty Kids

Crafty Kids

Palatine Public Library 700 N North Court, Palatine

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.

Free
Event Series Earth Day Crafts

Earth Day Crafts

Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, Geneva

Join us as we make several crafts to celebrate Earth Day! We will make upcycled mini plant pots, seed bombs, and spinning earth mobiles! While supplies last.

Free
Event Series Little Builders

Little Builders

Clarendon Hills Public Library 7 N. Prospect, Clarendon Hills

Drop in for some block play! We'll have a variety of blocks such as Mega Bloks, jumbo blocks and more available for your little ones to build with.

Free

DuSable Museum of African American History Free Days

DuSable Museum of African American History DuSable Museum of African American History, Chicago

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, EMTโ€™s. With valid ID.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Free
Event Series Week of the Young Child

Week of the Young Child

Various Locations IL

Schedule of Events Monday, April 15 Bolingrook Recreation & Aquatic Complex (200 Lindsey Lane) 5:30 pm Childrenโ€™s Entertainment Show โ€“ Gym Tuesday, April 16 Annerino Community Center (201 Recreation Drive) 12:30-1:15 pm Ninjas (Ages 3-5 years) 1:30-2:15 pm Gymnastics (Ages 3-5 years) 2:00-3:00 pm Outdoor Art (Ages 2-5 years w/Adult) โ€“ Central Park Pavillion 3:30-4:30...

Free

Art Afternoon

La Grange Public Library 10 W. Cossitt Avenue, La Grange

Calling all artists! Stop by the Library and create an original piece of art using a variety of materials set out for self-directed creativity. Finish your project by the end of the hour or bring it with you next month for completion. This is a drop-in program for grades K-6.

Free

Science Explorers: Owl Pellet Dissection

Elmwood Park Public Library 1 Conti Parkway, Elmwood Park

Ever wonder what's in an Owl Pellet? Here's your chance to find out! Learn two methods for dissecting an owl pellet: dry dissection and wet dissection. Ages 10-18 with a caregiver. Registration required.

Free

DeKalb County Earth Fest and Screening of “Common Ground”

Egyptian Theatre 135 N 2nd Street, Dekalb

DeCarbon DeKalb, in collaboration with Northern Illinois University, is proud to present Earth Fest, a FREE, family-friendly Earth Week event dedicated to celebrating local sustainability and fostering community engagement. Taking place on April 18th at the historic Egyptian Theater in downtown DeKalb, Illinois, Earth Fest promises a festive, inclusive evening filled with exciting activities, educational...

Free
Event Series La Hora de Cuentos

La Hora de Cuentos

Various Locations IL

ยกSumerja a sus hijos en un nuevo idioma o aumente la fluidez durante este divertido programa lleno de historias y rimas en espaรฑol! Immerse your kids in a new language or increase fluency during this fun program full of stories and rhymes in Spanish!

Free

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