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At the Schaumburg Farmers Market, you’ll find locally grown fruits and vegetables, certified organic produce, microgreens, meats, flowers, plants, gourmet cheeses, and dog treats sold by the vendors that produce...
The Outdoor St. Charles Farmers Market runs June-October Fridays 8-1. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.
I am a retired teacher who loves reading to kids. Weather permitting, I’ll read stories in my yard, then each child can pick out a book to take home (and...
Enjoy Can You Hug a Forest? by Frances Gilbert with the whole family while you stroll through Diane Main Park. Simply follow the path around the lake, reading signs placed...
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!...
Free nature-themed self-guided activities for families. No registration is required. August 5-10: Insect Orchestra August 12-17: Dinosaur Discovery Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 12:30pm and 1:30pm - 4:00pm Saturday 9:00am...
¡Acompañanos para la hora del cuento en español! ¡Escucha historias, haga una manualidad y aprenda sobre la cultura hispana! Edades de 2 a 6 años con un cuidador. Se requiere...
Bring a blanket or a lawn chair and meet the Woodridge Public Library at the park for stories, songs, and lots of fun! Our friends from the Woodridge Park District...
Music for Kids and Family. June 7 - Todd Downing June 10 - Little Miss Ann June 21 - SUPER STOLIE July 12 - BEN TATAR July 13 - 12:00-1:00p...
University of Illinois Extension Certified Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities. Jul 5 & Jul 12 – Cicadas Jul 19 – Amphibians & Reptiles Jul 26...
Kids, get creative! Help decorate a large canvas with stamps, paint and markers. Presented in partnership with the North Riverside Public Library.
Join us and the Proksa Park's Children's Garden for summer storytimes, complete with activities, crafts, and gardening time in the community garden! In the event of bad weather, storytime will...
Kids entertainment series. Subject to weather. June 28: Todd Downing July 12: The Headspin Guy July 26: Jay Jay Magic & Bubbles August 2: The Frog Lady August 9: Nanny...
Bring the whole family in for a morning of cinematic fun and shared memories. June 14: Inside Out (PG) Just in time for a recap before you see the sequel!...
Explore, discover, and imagine with our new educational play stations. We rotate our toys every week to ensure our future veterinarians, doctors, chefs, and store clerks never get bored! Drop...
Freezy Fridays are back this summer! Come beat the heat with the Hoffman Estates Police Department on August 2 at South Ridge Park, 1450 Freeman Rd., for FREEZE POPS for...
Summertime at The Community House is waiting for you! Pack a lunch, corral the crew and join us for a group "BYOL" on our Patio! Each event will have vendors,...
Dance along to the energetic, sun-filled pop music of multi-Grammy Award winning musician and acclaimed children’s author, Lucky Diaz. After the performance, enjoy an icy paleta/popsicle and a book signing...
In conjunction with our gallery exhibit Particles and Prairies: Exploring Nature and Physics Through Cyanotype, join members of the Fermilab Outreach team for a hands-on exploration of electricity and magnetism.
Drop in and create one-of-a-kind pixelated art pieces with Perler Beads. All materials provided. Creations are yours to keep.
Shop a great selection of vendors, listen to live music, enjoy great food and have an awesome time in Downtown Elgin! The Downtown Elgin Market brings 30-45 vendors to Downtown...
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...
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...
Plan to join us Friday nights throughout the summer for the popular Fridays on the Green Concert Series. Pack a picnic or grab food from one of the many downtown...
The 19th Annual! Roselle Cruise Nights 2024! Every Friday May 31st till Sept. 13th For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Classic Car Shows.
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....
Enjoy an evening outside on the grounds of the Arlington Heights Historical Museum for Irish Fest! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket and enjoy Irish music as well as...
Kickstart your weekends with Friday Night Live, May 24-August 30, 2024, 5:30-8pm at the Main Street Train Station Downtown Downers Grove. Each Friday will showcase a different band for all...
Live music is the best part of summer – enjoy 40+ live music events coming summer 2024! The Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series brings the sounds of summer to the...
Come join in the fun at our annual (3) day family friendly, community festival filled with good food, great music, Bingo, a Business EXPO, and a Carnival! For information...
MUST REGISTER BY AUGUST 1. Get ready to make a splash and celebrate the return to school in style at our Back-to-School Splash Bash! Join us at Soehrman Park for...
Say farewell to the Summer of 2024 and kick off the last weekend of the Quarry season! We will have family games, extended house, and more!
Come to the library to enjoy karaoke after hours. We'll bring the lyrics, backtracks and snacks.
Light up the night on this 2.25-mile course around Hamilton Park. This is a fun, non-competitive event that starts at sundown. Wear light up running gear or any glow item...
The Des Plaines Public Library welcomes multi-Grammy Award winning musician and celebrated Latine author, Lucky Diaz! Drop by the library at 6:30pm to enjoy a concert followed by a book...
You are invited back to another year of Riverwalk Music Nights! We have added 2 additional nights for a total of 6 rocking summer nights where you can enjoy a...
Bring your coolers, blankets and chairs! Free entry. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Summer Music Concerts.
Every summer the Heritage Park Performance Pavilion comes alive with a variety of community events for all ages. This one of a kind outdoor stage and views of Heritage Lake...
Pack a picnic dinner and come over to Hodges Park for a summer concert sponsored by the Park Ridge Fine Arts Society. For information on more events like this,...
Join us with your blankets and lawn chairs! Snacks and refreshments will be for sale to raise funds for Spartan football and cheer. Movies begin at dusk. July 19 at...
Bring a blanket or chairs to enjoy a movie outdoors on the big screen at Lufkin Park. August 9 - Over the Hedge September 20 - Open Season For...
Join the Naperville Park District outdoors for a fun and free Friday night kick-off to the weekend featuring a family-friendly movie at A Night at the Movies! Bring your own...
Watching a favorite movie outside, under the stars, on a 40-foot screen is a fun and memorable family experience. We make it even better with pre-show activities such as crafts,...
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