Homeschool Hangout
Mount Prospect Public Library 10 S. Emerson, Mount ProspectGet to know some other homeschool families in the area while playing games, trying out hands-on activities, and more! For families. No registration necessary.
Free
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Events Calendar
Sponsored by Drury Lane Theatre.
Thanksgiving Table Crafts
Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, GenevaSet your Thanksgiving table with a few special, festive touches! We will be making a fun felt pumpkin pie table runner and kraft paper silverware bag with autumn leaf place...
Free
Cuentos en Español
Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, BolingbrookAcompáñanos para una presentación de cuentos y música en Español e Inglés.
Free
Hejsan: Story and Craft
Swedish American Museum 5211 North Clark Street, ChicagoJoin us in the Brunk Children’s Museum of Immigration for a story and craft on the last Thursday and Friday of the month. Free (with Museum admission). In May we...
Included in general admission
Visits with Santa
Fashion Outlets of Chicago 5220 Fashion Outlets Way, RosemontMacerich's Fashion Outlets of Chicago invites visitors to celebrate the holiday season with Santa visits at the shopping center from Friday, November 15 through Tuesday, December 24. While visits with...
Family STEAM Night
Wood Dale Public Library 520 N. Wood Dale Road, Wood DaleDrop in between 6-7:30 pm to try out some STEAM activities as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Recommended age:...
Free
Brick Builders
Various Locations ILJoin other BRICK enthusiasts creating and building with Library supplied LEGO® bricks. Themes and challenges will be provided but ingenuity and creativity is encouraged. Grades K-5 with an adult caregiver.
Free
Family Reading Night
Schiller Park Public Library 4200 Old River Road, Schiller ParkEnjoy books, puzzles and popcorn in celebration of Illinois State Family Reading Night.
Free
Ready, Set, Game
Franklin Park Public Library 10311 Grand Avenue, Franklin ParkAn open gaming club, with snacks! Come play retro and new video games. Sometimes even board or card games! Every other Thursday from 5-6:30 pm.
Free
Family Reading Night
Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers GroveCome make bookish crafts together with your family. Family Reading Night is an annual statewide event held on the third Thursday in November to encourage families to spend time reading...
Cozy Family Reading Night
Brookfield Public Library 3609 Grand Boulevard, BrookfieldCelebrate Illinois' Family Reading Night! Bring a blanket, pillows, and stuffies and enjoy a cozy night of crafts and reading with your family. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome!
Free
Family Reading Night Drop-In
Indian Prairie Public Library 401 Plainfield Road, DarienSpend quality time with your whole family enjoying books and other activities during this statewide reading event. Families of all ages are invited to participate in this drop-in program.
Illinois Reads Family Reading Night
St. Charles Public Library 1 S. 6th Street, St. CharlesPut on your jammies, grab a blanket and come join us for story time! We will snuggle in to enjoy some of the IReads titles.
Free
Family Reading Night
Clarendon Hills Public Library 7 N. Prospect, Clarendon HillsCelebrate Family Reading Night! Wear your pajamas, bring a blanket, get cozy and read with your family. We will share a story, provide snacks and then your family can spend...
Free
Family Reading Night: Books and Blankets
Clarendon Hills Public Library 7 N. Prospect, Clarendon HillsCelebrate Family Reading Night! Wear your pajamas, bring a blanket, get cozy and read with your family. We will share a story, provide snacks and then your family can spend...
Free
Reels at the Rialto
Rialto Square Theatre 102 N Chicago St, JolietRialto Square Theatre is excited to announce our year-round movie series called “Reels at the Rialto.” This movie series is a nod to our Vaudeville movie palace past. “It’s important...
$5
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