Dinosaurs invade Downtown Wheaton! This BIG outdoor exhibit features 10 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs throughout Downtown Wheaton this September 25 through October 8, 2023. Enjoy dinosaur-themed specials, activities, and more from your favorite Downtown Wheaton shops and restaurants! Mark your calendar now to visit the exhibit, and check back soon for a map of dinosaur locations,...
TICKETS MUST BE RESERVED ONLINE IN ADVANCE Illinois residents enjoy FREE admission to Shedd Aquarium on select free days throughout the year! Tickets must be reserved online before your visit. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
The Museum offers free days to Illinois residents throughout the year, including commemorative days like Presidentsβ Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Fourth of July. Upcoming 2023 Illinois resident FREE days include: September 4, 13, 27; October 9, 11; November 1, 29; December 13 For information on more events like this, check out...
Bring your little ones for open nature play time and help them connect with nature. Enjoy stories, art and exploration each time.
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.
Come out to your favorite neighborhood parks for songs, rhymes and stories. Donβt forget to bring a blanket and bug spray! For kids of all ages. Tuesdays: Co-Op Park Wednesdays: Glen Oak Park
Join us on the Acorn Express for a family-friendly tram ride and adventure through The Morton Arboretum. Weβll seek out fun destinations to hike, make a craft, and explore new topics each week. The program is 45 minutes long and is recommended for families with children 2 years old and older. In case of inclement...
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, EMTβs. With valid ID. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Bonjour! Witamy! μλ νμΈμ! Come to this bilingual storytime where we read stories in English and the language of the month, have snacks relating to the language's country, and a themed craft! Ages 2-5 with caregiver. Registration required. September 27: French October 20: Polish
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with this special storytime highlighting all the delicious culinary contributions of the Latine community and make a special craft.
Join GPCAβs Nature Educators on Wednesday evenings to explore and discover together! We will get our hands dirty, play, and discover new things about plants, animals and nature. This is an evening of imagination and exploration sure to make Wednesday the best day of the week. During the summer months, this program will be outside...
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...
Team up with your family to share exciting experiences, challenges, and activities designed for maximum fun! This month, we're building with the library's huge collection of Legos. Creations will be displayed in the department for a limited time.
Create a masterpiece with your family. Dress for mess!
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month and create beautiful cut tissue paper art called Papel Picado, a traditional Mexican decorative craft.
When young Alan Parrish discovers a mysterious board game, he doesn't realize its unimaginable powers, until he is magically transported before the startled eyes of his friend, Sarah, into the untamed jungles of Jumanji! There he remains for 26 years until he is freed from the game's spell by two unsuspecting children. Now a grown...
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