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Lilac Time

Lilacia Park 150 S. Park Avenue, Lombard, IL, United States

The Lombard Park Districtโ€™s Lilacia Park is an 7.12-acre horticultural showcase featuring 700 lilacs and 25,000 tulips! In 2019 with the hard work of the Lombard Historic Preservation Commission, Lilacia Park was recognized and placed on the official list of National Register of Historic Places. All ages can enjoy a stroll through the park or...

Event Series Lilacia Park Storytime

Lilacia Park Storytime

Lilacia Park 150 S. Park Avenue, Lombard, IL, United States

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages. Bring a blanket or chair and celebrate Lilac Time in Lilacia Park with stories and songs. Storytime will be held on the west side of the park under the Picnic Shelter. In the event of inclement weather, storytimes will be at the Library. Check helenplum.org for...

Free

Touch-A-Truck

Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United States

Dump trucks, excavators, and front-loaders - oh my! Touch and explore the Village of Barringtonโ€™s fleet of construction vehicles, in celebration of National Public Works Week. Join the Public Works food drive and help us fill a truck with food to benefit the Barrington Township and Cuba Township Food Pantries. Bring non-perishable food donations to...

Free

Morning of Mickey

Park Ridge Public Library 20 S Prospect Avenue, Park Ridge, IL, United States

Drop in to enjoy some Mickey Mouse Clubhouse episodes! Drop in.

Free
Event Series Bilingual Storytime

Bilingual Storytime

Batavia Public Library 10 S. Batavia Ave., Batavia, IL, United States

Stories and songs in English and Spanish. Staff from The Language Labs will present a bilingual storytime incorporating English and Spanish stories, songs and vocabulary, as well as a craft activity. Please register multiple children separately.

Free

Construction Story Time

Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United States

Once youโ€™ve seen the trucks, join us for a fun construction-themed story time! Sessions beginning at 10:30am and 11:00am.

Free
Event Series Wildlife Connections

Wildlife Connections

River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL, United States

Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals and birds from the residents of Misericordia โ€“ Heart of Mercy. All ages.

Free
Event Series Family Open Lab

Family Open Lab

SciTech 336 McKee Street, Suite P, Batavia, IL, United States

SciTech's Open Lab Hours offer families with children from birth through middle school a chance to dive into hands-on STEM exploration. Packed with engaging activities and interactive experiments, this program encourages curiosity and creativity in a fun, welcoming environment. It's the perfect way for families to learn and play together while discovering the wonders of...

$10 โ€“ $15

Lego Club

Schiller Park Public Library 4200 Old River Road, Schiller Park, IL, United States

Build and play with the Schiller Park Public Library.

Free

Family Robotics Night

Chik-fil-A (Naperville) 1159 E Ogden Avenue, Naperville, United States

Join us to learn about robots. We will have a fun robot building and battling time with our friends from RoboThink! Create a robot craft to take home. Take photos with Cow too!

Free
Event Series Polish Storytime

Polish Storytime

Wood Dale Public Library 520 N. Wood Dale Road, Wood Dale, IL, United States

Enjoy this fun storytime in Polish. Stay and play when the storytime is finished. Recommended ages: 3-7 yrs

Free

Lilac Time

Lilacia Park 150 S. Park Avenue, Lombard, IL, United States

The Lombard Park Districtโ€™s Lilacia Park is an 7.12-acre horticultural showcase featuring 700 lilacs and 25,000 tulips! In 2019 with the hard work of the Lombard Historic Preservation Commission, Lilacia Park was recognized and placed on the official list of National Register of Historic Places. All ages can enjoy a stroll through the park or...

Event Series Free Parking Wednesday

Free Parking Wednesday

Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL, United States

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
Event Series Lilacia Park Storytime

Lilacia Park Storytime

Lilacia Park 150 S. Park Avenue, Lombard, IL, United States

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages. Bring a blanket or chair and celebrate Lilac Time in Lilacia Park with stories and songs. Storytime will be held on the west side of the park under the Picnic Shelter. In the event of inclement weather, storytimes will be at the Library. Check helenplum.org for...

Free

Boxes-O-Fun!

Park Ridge Public Library 20 S Prospect Avenue, Park Ridge, IL, United States

Big boxes, little boxes, medium boxes - we'll have them all out to see what your little one's imagination can make of them! Drop in.

Free
Event Series Wee Wonders

Wee Wonders

Sand Ridge Nature Center 15891 S Paxton Ave, South Holland, IL, United States

Learn about nature through music, movement, stories, and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult.

Free
Event Series Nature Play Day

Nature Play Day

Dan Ryan Woods 83rd and Western Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

Bring your little ones for open nature play. Enjoy the play space while helping your children connect with nature. Enjoy stories, art and exploration.

Free

Stories at the Nature Center

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

Children are invited to hear stories at the Creek Bend Nature Center at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve. After the program, explore the Nature Center and walk the trails. Cosponsored with the Forest Preserve District of Kane County.

Free

Little Miss Ann Musical Concert

Nichols Library 200 W. Jefferson Ave, Naperville, IL, United States

Visit the library for a special children's concert.

Free
Event Series PlayLab PlayDate

PlayLab PlayDate

Field Museum 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Visit the Crown Family PlayLab for special activities geared towards 2-6 year olds.

Included in general admission

Crafternoon: Poppy Wreath

Hoffman Estates Branch 1550 Hassell Road, Hoffman Estates, IL, United States +1 more

Make a craft with the library staff

Free
Event Series Robot Rumble

Robot Rumble

Various Locations IL, United States

Let's get ready to rumble! Design and code an Edison robot then battle it out against other bots in our battle ring. For grades 3-5. Space is limited to 20 participants.

Free
Event Series LEGO Builders

LEGO Builders

Lisle Public Library 777 Front Street, Lisle, United States

Kids are invited for this open Lego play session designed to let their imaginations lead the way. Legos and challenges will be provided. For grades K - 4. Registration required.

Free

Curious Kids

Glen Ellyn Public Library 400 Duane Street, Glen Ellyn

Explore hands-on play with the Glen Ellyn Public Library.

Free

Pond Paddle

Trailside Museum of Natural History 738 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL, United States

Learn paddling and boating skills.

Free
Event Series LEGO Club

LEGO Club

St. Charles Public Library 1 S. 6th Street, St. Charles, IL, United States

Drop by the library and build with LEGO. Each Wednesday we will have a different LEGO challenge you can try, or build whatever you want!

Free

Rainbow Treasure Hunt

Poplar Creek Public Library 1405 S. Park Avenue, Streamwood, IL, United States

Celebrate Mother's Day with sweet treats and a special craft! Please register children only, not adults.

Free

La Hora de Cuentos

Naper Boulevard Library 2035 S Naper Blvd, Naperville, IL, United States

Enjoy bilinigual storytime with various books and activities.

Free

Skill Stations

Indian Trails Public Library - Main Branch 355 Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling, IL, United States

Dress for mess to take part in a variety of activities.

Milk and Cookie Storytime

Glen Ellyn Public Library 400 Duane Street, Glen Ellyn

Dynamic session promoting child and grownup bonding through creating, singing, playing, and sharing stories together. After the story session, enjoy milk and cookies followed by open play. Twenty name tags (children only). For kids of all ages and their grownups.

Free
Event Series Brick Builders

Brick Builders

Various Locations IL, United States

Join us for a fun-filled session of building and creating with our Library-supplied LEGOยฎ bricks. While we may offer exciting themes or challenges, your ingenuity and creativity are always encouraged to design something entirely your own. Grades K-5 with an adult caregiver.

Free

Polish Storytime: Summer Games

Prospect Heights Public Library 12 N. Elm Street, Prospect Heights, IL, United States

Summer-themed, bilingual storytime

Free

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