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Event Series Outdoor Storytime

Outdoor Storytime

Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook

Grab a blanket and join us outside for stories, music and bubbles! This program will take place outdoors, weather permitting.

Free
Event Series Play at Farm-in-the-Zoo

Play at Farm-in-the-Zoo

Lincoln Park Zoo 2001 North Clark Street, Chicago

From sorting pinecones to digging in smooth seeds, children ages 1–5 will explore the sights, smells, and textures that nature has to offer during this free, open-ended experience. Take in...

Free

Bubble Dance Party

Memorial Park (La Grange Park) 132 West Oak Avenue, La Grange Park

Get ready to dance and blow bubbles with Ms. Cat! Kids ages 2-5 yrs. with a caregiver can start their morning with a colorful, bubbly dance party. Make your own...

Free
Event Series Craft at Engstrom Park

Craft at Engstrom Park

Engstrom Park 326 Millview Drive, Batavia

Join Youth Services staff at Engstrom Park for an easy drop-in craft, weather permitting. No registration necessary. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Thanks to Batavia Park District for...

Free

National Route 66 Day

Harvester Park 15 W 400 Harvester Drive, Burr Ridge

You won't want to miss this unique play experience on this special day at the only Route 66 themed playground along the entire Mother Road. Route 66 has an important...

Free

Intelligentsia Cup Watch Party and Business Expo

Brookfield Public Library 3609 Grand Boulevard, Brookfield

Adrenaline junkies and cycling enthusiasts welcome! Join us on the top floor of the Library all day for the best views of the race. We’ll have race snacks available throughout...

Event Series Wacky Wednesday

Wacky Wednesday

Norman P. Smalley Pool 665 S. York Street, Elmhurst

Enjoy a super day at Smalley Pool during Wacky Wednesday, 1-4 pm! Fun and games for kids of all ages. Regular daily admission rates apply. June 14 - Superheroes June 28...

regular admission

Total T Magic By Terrence Hunter

Prospect Heights Public Library 12 N. Elm Street, Prospect Heights

Magic, comedy, and more! Bring your entire family for a magical experience.

Free
Event Series Summer Sounds

Summer Sounds

Roosevelt Collection Shops 150 W. Roosevelt Road, Chicago

Live music, local eats and fun for all ages, the Roosevelt Collection Shops, 150 W. Roosevelt Rd., is proud to announce an all-new Summer experience to be hosted select Wednesday...

Free

Back to School Supply Drive at the Lawn

Oakbrook Center 100 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook

Come out to Oakbrook Center's Movies on the Lawn to see "Uncharted" on Wednesday, July 26 at 7p.m. and bring some NEW school supplies to support People's Resource Center's Back...

Free

Family Fort Fun

Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington

Wear your PJs, bring blankets, pillows, stuffed animals, and your whole family to build a fort and read together for a cozy night in the Library. Drop in. Youth Services...

Free
Event Series Wednesday Nights Live

Wednesday Nights Live

Elmhurst City Centre 147 North York Street, Elmhurst

Join your friends and neighbors under the Umbrella Sky installation for Wednesday Nights Live this summer in City Centre! Some of the region’s best tribute bands will be in the...

Free
Event Series Music in the Park

Music in the Park

Veterans Park (Lyons) 4200 Lawndale Avenue, Lyons

Music in the Park is back! Join us starting this Wednesday, July 12 - Wednesday, August 30 for our weekly Music in the Park. Each week a different band will...

Free
Event Series Summer Night Markets

Summer Night Markets

Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago

On the last Wednesday of the month, from May 31 through August 30, from 6PM-9PM invite your friends and family to join the fun by dressing up in theme with...

Free
Event Series Dinosaur BINGO

Dinosaur BINGO

Des Plaines Public Library 1501 Ellinwood Street, Des Plaines

For families with children of all ages. Do you love dinosaurs and BINGO? Come to the library for a fun event featuring both! Registration required beginning June 19.

Free
Event Series Summer Concert Series

Summer Concert Series

Citizens Park (Barrington) 511 N Lake Zurich Road, Barrington

Join us at Citizens Park (511 Lake Zurich Road) beginning July 5 for our FREE Concerts in the Park Series presented by BMO Harris Bank. July 12: Serendipity July 19:...

Free
Event Series Wednesdays at the Plaza

Wednesdays at the Plaza

Millennium Plaza (Aurora) 21 S. Stolp Ave., Aurora

Wednesdays at the Plaza will return to Millennium Plaza for five weeks from July 12 through Aug. 9. The free summer concert series starts at 7 p.m. and features popular...

Free
Event Series Live Music Concerts

Live Music Concerts

Roger C.Claar Performing Arts Center 375 Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook

It's summer! Grab a blanket, food and come out to enjoy various Chicago area bands!  May 31 - Funky Mojo Daddy (Blues) June 7 - The Red Roses (Indie Pop)...

Free
Event Series Music in the Park

Music in the Park

Bensenville Village Hall 12 S Center Street, Bensenville

Everyone’s favorite free, family summer concert series, Music in the Park begins in June and has something to offer for all musical tastes. Music in the Park will be held...

Free

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