9:00 am
Sensory Stations
Join us for some hands-on learning. Children and their caregivers will navigate sensory stations and discover new ways to learn and play. Drop-in; no registration.
Find out more »9:30 am
Nature Play Days
ADVANCE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE Foster appreciation for the natural world in your tiny explorer. Sing, fiddle, jiggle, and journey through self-guided stations that explore a new theme each session.
Find out more »10:00 am
Rhea Lana’s of West Chicagoland
Rhea Lana’s of West Chicagoland is a bi-annual consignment sale event of high quality, children’s clothes from newborn to teen/junior sizes, shoes, toys, books, dvds, baby equipment, gently used maternity clothes and much much more. Consignors prepare, price, and enter their items into our online system and make 60-70% on sold items. The event has...
Find out more »Baby and Pre-School Pop-In Playgroup
Babies and toddlers are encouraged to explore, be creative, and interact with others. An adult needs to be in attendance with the child.
Find out more »11:00 am
Free Day at The Art Institute of Chicago
Admission will be free for Illinois residents on weekdays (Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays) January 9–March 24, 2023. If you reserve your free tickets online in advance, your resident status will be verified using the zip code associated with the billing address provided. If you’re unable to reserve tickets in advance, please stop by the admissions...
Find out more »11:30 am
Roving Naturalists
Watch out as you explore the Conservatory – you may run into a Roving Naturalist! On Fridays and Saturdays from 10am to 2pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids of all ages at Roving Naturalist stations. These programs are drop in and no preregistration is required. You can stop by and interact with the...
Find out more »11:50 am
Corkl
Join Western Springs Rotary Club for lunch and fellowship among the local area service organizations and the local business associations with Irish Music Entertainment! Menu: corned beef and cabbage, roasted potatoes, rye bread and dessert, coffee, tea and soda $25 per person / $30 at the door Register by March 10th at https://www.westernspringsrotary.org/
Find out more »5:30 pm
Preschool Pajama Party
Drop your child off to play while you enjoy a stress-free evening out. Children will spend a fun evening with friends enjoying activities and games based on a different theme each day. Students can wear pajamas or play clothes. Children must be toilet trained to attend this program.
Find out more »6:00 pm
Kids Night Out – SOLD OUT
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED Take the night off while your kids enjoys a full evening of fun. Each month has a different theme. Dinner and juice will be provided. Registration in advance is strongly recommended.
Find out more »Epiphany Children’s Clothing and Toy and Equipment Resale
Sell, shop, or volunteer with this resale event that has been a community tradition twice a year for 25+ years. Open to everyone, sponsored by Epiphany members in support of our mission to invite and serve. This is a welcoming event open to all people. For information on more events like this, check out...
Find out more »Big Friday
Big Friday is officially back. Kids aged K-8th grade are able to come down to the park district from 6-9pm and play in various games and activities. Food is also brought in for the kids so they can have a bite to eat before the real fun begins! BIG Friday dates are as follows: February...
Find out more »6:15 pm
Fun Movie Nights and Pizza
The Bad Guys Enjoy a Friday night out while we enjoy some pizza and a movie!
Find out more »6:30 pm
Mother Son Magic Night
A special night with Mom will be something your son will remember forever. Your “magical night” will include a magic show, snacks, music and a special “trick” photo souvenir to take home.
Find out more »Ice Show
Watch our annual show, where Skate Academy participants perform unique routines to popular soundtracks! See all the hard work of Park District skating participants. All participants who are registered for the Winter 2023 Skate Academy classes are eligible to register for the Winter 2023 Ice Show, “Back in Time.” This show is a showcase of...
Find out more »6:45 pm
NERF Attack
Participants will battle in our Nerf Battleground, consisted of obstacles and barriers for a fun, safe activity that involves strategy and physical fitness. We will supply the Nerf guns, foam darts and eye protection for all participants. Organized games and target shooting will take place.
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