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Event Series Farmer’s Market

Farmer’s Market

Museum of Contemporary Art 220 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago

Every Tuesday this summerβ€”rain or shineβ€”you can shop at the SOAR Farmers Market on the MCA Plaza. Many of our beloved vendors will be back at the colorful open-air market...

Free

Sensory-Friendly Storytime

Westmont Public Library 428 North Cass, Westmont

This inclusive storytime is especially welcoming for children with sensory processing challenges and for families who are looking for a more adaptive storytime experience. We’ll explore interactive stories, rhymes, and...

Free

ZAP Storytime at Brookfield Zoo

North Riverside Public Library 2400 Des Plaines Avenue, North Riverside

Join us at Brookfield Zoo Chicago for nature-themed stories, singing, and an interactive zoo activity. Note that registration on the Brookfield Zoo website through the provided QR code is strongly...

Free

Let the Games Begin! The Origins of Sports

Clarendon Hills Public Library 7 N. Prospect, Clarendon Hills

During this fun-filled program presented by Histories for Kids, ancient athlete β€œDiscus Meter” will lead you through time to discover the beginnings of some of today’s most enjoyable sports pastimes....

Free

Art Party

Bellwood Public Library 600 Bohland Ave, Bellwood

Join us with author Alice Bey-Pugh as she reads her book "Laila's ABC's of Art". You will receive a free book & art kit to create your own art project....

Free
Event Series Recycled Crafternoon

Recycled Crafternoon

Wheaton Public Library 225 N Cross Street, Wheaton

Come craft with us! We'll supply the craft materials. You bring the creativity. Your creations are yours to take home. To celebrate our Summer Reading Challenge, Read, Renew, Repeat, we'll...

Free
Event Series Lombard Farmers Market

Lombard Farmers Market

Downtown Lombard St. Charles Road & Park Avenue, Lombard

Join us Tuesday evenings from May 21st to October 1! Get your farm fresh goods, enjoy local vendors and live entertainment, and gather with your community at Farmers Market!  ...

The Magic and Mystery of the Talking Drum

Glen Ellyn Public Library 400 Duane Street, Glen Ellyn

Experience the famous Talking Drum of West Africa with Mama Edie! Hear stories from West African countries, the Caribbean Islands, the Americas, and First Nations cultures about their use of...

Free

Dog Man Fan Fest

Palatine Public Library 700 N North Court, Palatine

Celebrate the newest book in the Dog Man series with games and activities. Grades 1-5. Sign up begins 7/16.

Free
Event Series Cruise to Village Green

Cruise to Village Green

Village Green Park (Plainfield) Des Plaines and Chicago Streets 1 block south of Lockport, Plainfield

Once a month during Cruise Nights, stop by the pavilion at Village Green for special activities, crafts, giveaways and fun! There is no need to register for these FREE events....

Free
Event Series Summer Concert Series

Summer Concert Series

Willow Stream Park and Pool 651 Old Checker Road, Buffalo Grove

Each night will feature a different local food vendor; and, you can purchase dinner onsite from the food trucks that will be there. For the July 25 concert, you can...

Free
Event Series Summer Concert Series

Summer Concert Series

Old Town Museum (Bloomingdale) 108 S Bloomingdale Rd, Bloomingdale

Pre-concert Fun! Come at 6:30PM before each concert and enjoy a FREE concert and enjoy a FREE activity/or craft for ages 4-10! JUNE 11TH - Generation (Songs from the 70s...

Free
Event Series Evening on the Riverwalk

Evening on the Riverwalk

Nichols Library 200 W. Jefferson Ave, Naperville

Enjoy an all-ages, Family Storytime and puppet show on the Riverwalk. This program will be held outdoors at the Riverwalk Amphitheatre across Jackson Ave. from Nichols Library. In the event...

Free
Event Series Summer Concert Series

Summer Concert Series

Fishel Park 1036 Grove Street, Downers Grove

The FREE concerts are held Tuesday evenings May 21 through August 13 and will feature rock, country, blues and oldies. Doors open and food and beverage sales begin at 6pm...

Free

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