Events
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Nov 2, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM The Morton Arboretum, Lisle, IL
Honor loved ones at the week-long ofrenda hosted by Morton Arboretum.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Gail Borden Public Library District: Main Library, Elgin, IL
The Community Ofrenda is on display October 10–November 3 in the library’s second-floor Grove Room.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Prospect Heights Public Library District, Prospect Heights, IL
Visit the community ofrenda at this two-week display.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Indian Trails Public Library District - Main Library, Wheeling, IL
Send in photos in advance to be added to this week-long display.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM Wonder Works Children's Museum, Oak Park, IL
Join the Halloween themed activities throughout the museum, including a character meet-and-greets, indoor pumpkin patch, and art projects.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM Westmont Public Library, Westmont, IL
Enjoy songs and stories in Spanish for children ages 0 to 6 with a caregiver at Westmont Public Library.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 9:30 AM - 9:00 PM Warrenville Public Library District, Warrenville, IL
Visit the library to see the community ofrenda.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Downers Grove Public Library, Downers Grove, IL
Get creative with this monthly craft.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM West Chicago Public Library, West Chicago, IL
Enjoy a special dinosaur puppet storytime.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Elmhurst Public Library, Elmhurst, IL
Bring clean, gently used baby clothes in sizes 0 to 5T to swap for new pieces. No registration is required.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, Chicago, IL
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum offers free admission to various professionals including members of the military, and educators. They are also free admission to Illinois residents on select days throughout…
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Nov 2, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Brookfield Zoo Chicago, Brookfield, IL
Submit photos to honor your pets.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe, IL
Admission to the Chicago Botanic Garden is free on select days, but there is still a parking fee of $10/car for Cook County residents, and $12/car for non-Cook County residents.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Wheaton Public Library, Wheaton, IL
Pick up a dino and bring it home.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM Geneva Public Library District, Geneva, IL
Preschool play at STEM stations.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM St Charles Public Library, St. Charles, IL
Enjoy crafts and pop-up programming at the library.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Schaumburg Township District Library, Schaumburg, IL
A warm and welcoming space for new parents to connect.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Maywood Public Library District, Maywood, IL
A fall block party where neighbors can build together, make new friends, and enjoy the season.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM Wood Dale Public Library, Wood Dale, IL
Make a mess in these STEAM sessions.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Franklin Park Public Library, Franklin Park, IL
Enjoy stories and songs together at the library on Monday mornings.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Geneva Public Library District, Geneva, IL
Visit the library for a special inclusive playgroup hosted by AOK Kane County.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Naperville Public Library - 95th Street Library, Naperville, IL
Visit the library to learn sign language and enjoy storytime.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Schaumburg Township District Library, Schaumburg, IL
Connect with other homeschool families at the library.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Aurora Public Library District - Santori Library, Aurora, IL
Come early to pick up tickets for this special event.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Warrenville Public Library District, Warrenville, IL
Visit the library to get creative with LEGOs.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM La Grange Public Library, La Grange, IL
Create Diwali masterpieces and learn about important traditions.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Wheaton Public Library, Wheaton, IL
Build LEGOs with the Wheaton Public Library.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM Lisle Library District, Lisle, IL
Get creative at the library. Registration required.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM Oak Park Public Library - Main Library, Oak Park, IL
A welcoming class for children ages 3+ with disabilities and support needs, featuring stories, songs, movement activities, and sensory supports.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library, Brookfield, IL
Create your own ornament at these drop-in crafting sessions.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Spring Avenue Recreation Center, Glen Ellyn, IL
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with family-friendly activities including crafts, sugar skull face painting, music, and a community ofrenda.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM Aurora Public Library District - Santori Library, Aurora, IL
Enjoy bilingual programming with stories and songs in both English and Spanish.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM Glen Ellyn Public Library, Glen Ellyn, IL
A storytime specially designed for children with special needs.
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Nov 2, 2026 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Paramount Theatre, Aurora, IL
Enjoy family-friendly movies for $1 on select Mondays.
$1.00
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