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The 2024 Clarendon Hills Chamber of Commerce Farmers Market runs for approximately 23 weeks, Every Thursday, 7am-1pm. First Market date is May 16, 2024 and the last Market date is...
Our award-winning outdoor market is open from 7am to 1pm on Thursdays from May through October. Local farmers and artisans provide a selection of fresh produce, meats, baked goods, confections,...
The 4th Annual St. Charles "Be You" Rock Hunt is back and better than ever! This year, get ready for the thrill of hunting down 20 "Be You" Rocks scattered...
Join us for a morning of building. Use the library's special blocks to build with friends while working on our fine motor skills! This is a drop-in event. Feel free...
Join us for sensory, art, and educational play. Make sure to wear old clothes and be ready for some messy fun while learning about your world. In case of severe...
Oceans Week: Mermaids, Fish, and Pirates will splash into Wonder Works next week! The museum will be filled with activities celebrating all things fictional and real found in the ocean!...
Presented with River Forest Public Library. Weβll read stories and do a simple nature activity. Weather dependent. Ages 0 to 5 years old with adult. Drop in.
Meet in front of the library with your young one in a stroller and join fellow parents/ caregivers for a walk in the park. We will end by the park...
Join the Bloomingdale Public Library for outdoor Storytime in Circle Park. Meet us at the Homola Picnic Shelter and bring your own chair or blanket. In the event of inclement...
On Thursday, August 8, the zoo celebrates World Lion Day (August 10) with a slate of activities designed to help you learn about these fantastic felines. Between 10:30β11 a.m., arrive...
Disfrutaremos de cuentos y canciones en espaΓ±ol y en ingles. Tambien, habra tiempo para jugar! Para niΓ±os de todas edas y sus cuidadores. Por favor trae su propia silla para...
Come visit us select Thursday mornings at the Clarendon Hills Farmerβs Market! Grab a treat at the market, bring a blanket to sit on, and listen to some fun stories,...
Pack a lunch, bring a friend and enjoy live musical entertainment. All concerts are located at Cerny Park and begin at 11:30A. June 13: Miss Liz Music June 27: Mr....
Gather your family and friends for a free afternoon of exciting entertainment at our 2024 Kids Series in the Park! July 11: Afternoon Dance & Foam Party August 8: Scales...
Soak up some rays at this fun Storytime! We will have snacks, music, games, and stories! Weather permitting! This is a drop-in program. Ages 0-7 with a caregiver.
Join us on Thursdays at Spring Lake Park from 1-2 p.m. Kids get to enjoy a fun-filled hour of hands-on literacy, math, science and art activities. This is a free...
We are pouring out our boxes of Legos; come play with our massive collection.
Help with different historical household or barnyard chores around the farm. It can get messy, so make sure to wear shoes and clothes you donβt mind getting dirty. Suggested admission...
Get in the game by crafting paper blocks and characters, and explore fun activities related to Minecraft!
Bingo is not only fun, but it also provides a range of cognitive, social & physical benefits for children. Ages 6-11. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult....
Join the Park District for an afternoon of free fun with crafts, activities, giveaways and more!
Join us for an exciting open house event packed with tasty food, colorful face painting, lively music, and fun giveaways! As we mark the 15th anniversary of the Community Connections...
Featuring local vendors selling produce, handmade goods, kids activities, live music and much more! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmerβs Markets.
Every other Thursday from June through August, from 4pm to 9pm each evening, The Promenade will host its annual Summer Street Markets with Bright Star Events. Featuring bakers, artisans, handmade...
Willow Fest Car Show: Thursday 4:00pm - 10:00pm Friends with Disabilities Carnival: 10:00am - 12:00pm Willow Fest Craft Show: Saturday and Sunday 12:00pm - 7:00pm Willow Fest BINGO: Saturday and...
Join us for our first ever Library Olympics! Try your hand at indoor and outdoor Olympic games and crafts.
Downtown Summer Sounds is a free outdoor concert series on Thursday evenings from 5-7PM at Fountain Square, from July 11 to September 26. For nine of the twelve weeks, Downtown...
Step back in time and join us on Thursday evenings from 5-8 pm during July and August at the historic downtown Kane County Courthouse on Third Street as car collectors...
The first 2024 LCCC Thursday night cruise night at Konow's Farm 16849 S Cedar Rd, Homer Glen will be Thursday May 16th from 5 to 8 PM as always please...
Downtown Oak Parkβs popular dine-around series Thursday Night Out is back! Thursday Night Out runs every Thursday June 6th to August 29th from 5 to 9pm. Downtown Oak Park restaurants...
Live music, cool & classic cars, family activities, festival environment - walk with your beverage throughout the event - 3 blocks of downtown closed off and dedicated to classic car...
Get lost in the captivating tunes of Skyline Sessions and enhance your week with live music! Experience free outdoor shows every Thursday and Friday, at the Wave Wall Performance Platform....
Live entertainment, Elmwood Park's finest restaurants, the Taste lounge cocktail bar featuring local DJ's, beer and wine, kids games and rides. For information on more events like this, check...
Celebrate summer ending & school starting. Live music, conga line, photos with Ollie & June, diving contests and more!
Enjoy an all-ages, Family Storytime and puppet show! This program will be held outdoors at the Wagner Family Pavilion at the 95th Street Community Plaza next to the Library. In...
Enjoy free music at our various locations! All concerts start at 7:00pm June 13: The Wayouts June 20: The Messengers June 27: Mr. Myers July 11: Good Clean Fun July...
The City of Elmhurstβs Police and Fire Departments will be hosting Public Safety Night Out on Thursday, August 8, 2024. The event will take place at Berens Park in the...
Summer concert series in the park with a great band line up and a vast array of food vendors and businesses with fun giveaways. For information on more events like...
Live music is the best part of summer β enjoy 40+ live music events coming summer 2024! The Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series brings the sounds of summer to the...
Experience the thrill of classic cars and hot rods at Wheaton Cruise Nights, every Thursday this summer from 6-9pm at Town Square Wheaton. Enjoy music, delicious food, and a vibrant...
Enjoy a 20-minute storytime and browse in the bookmobile. The Bookmobile stops from 6:15-7:30, every other Thursday. Storytime starts at 6:30.
Spend an evening with your neighbors and meet Park District staff as you enjoy free food. Staff bring bubbles, chalk, and other play equipment. These casual gatherings are part of...
Millennium Park Summer Music Series features a wide variety of music from established and emerging artists at the iconic Jay Pritzker Pavilion. For information on more events like this,...
Summer Concerts happening on Thursdays begin at 6:30pm. The concession stand opens at 6 pm. June 6 - Petty Cash June 13 - Murley Music June 20 - Chicago's Own...
The Summer Concert Series is BACK and FREE to the community! July 11: Live Stream July 18: The Neverly Brothers July 25: The Four C Notes August 1: Anchors Away...
Arrive early to enjoy a variety of delicious snacks from local restaurants. Bring your blanket and chairs. Enjoy smoke-free and alcohol-free parks. Musicians are subject to change without notice. May...
Beginning in 2024, the Village of Arlington Heights' Sounds of Summer Concerts will take place on Thursday nights, beginning the first week of June and ending the last week of...
Summer Sounds on the Green brings great music to the Village Green across the street from the NOW Arena on select Thursdays during the summer months. The music varies from...
Every Thursday from June 13 to August 29, The Promenade welcomes live musicians to The Row from 7pm to 9pm. Guests can bring their own chairs, pick up food and...
Thursday from 7:00pm - 9:00pm June 13 - Kaleidoscope Eyes June 20 - Strung Out Band June 27 - The Four C Notes July 11 - Howard and the White...
All βRockinβ in the Parkβ concerts will run from 7 p.m. β 10 p.m. Admission to βRockinβ in the Parkβ is free. Outside food and coolers are prohibited. Parking is...
Join the NMB in Central Park every Thursday night from June through August for Concerts in the Park. Concerts begin at 7:30pm and are free to the public, with bench...
Make sure to bring your blanket and or a lawn chair, some snacks if you'd like and enjoy the movie! June 20 - Wish July 18 - Paw Patrol The...
The Berwyn Park District and the Berwyn Public Library have teamed up again to bring you Movies in the Park! Movies will start promptly at dusk at Proska Park. June...
Watch a free screening under the stars on our front lawn. The Chicago Park District's Movies in the Parks returns this summer to present free outdoor screenings on our front...
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