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Event Series Animals in Winter

Animals in Winter

Knoch Knolls Nature Center 320 Knoch Knolls Road, Naperville

Free family activity with crafts, games, hands-on activities, books and more Designed for ages 4-10 but all ages welcome No registration required but at least one adult must attend with...

Free

Domino Toppling

St. Charles Public Library 1 S. 6th Street, St. Charles

Build a domino run! Challenge yourself with learning new building techniques and testing our building accessories.

Free

Crafty Bean Cafe and Studio Storytime

Crafty Bean Cafe & Studio 345 N Schmidt Road, Bolingbrook

Join us for a fun, interactive storytime. Be sure to grab a cup of coffee before you go!

Free

Hot Wheelin’ Fun

Clarendon Hills Public Library 7 N. Prospect, Clarendon Hills

Drop in to play with our Hot Wheels cars and tracks in the library's upper-level meeting room. We'll have a Track Builder Starter Kit, Stunt Box Set, and Infinity Loop...

Free
Event Series Life-Size Candy Land

Life-Size Candy Land

Hoffman Estates Branch 1550 Hassell Road, Hoffman Estates

Follow the rainbow path through a life-size version of the classic board game Candy Land. Travel as a group around a delicious world of sweets and make your way to...

Free

Drop-In Craft

Batavia Public Library 10 S. Batavia Ave., Batavia

Drop-in craft activities available beginning at 10 a.m. while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Free

Laura Doherty Concert

95th Street Library 3015 Cedar Glade Dr, Naperville

Get ready to jump, dance, and move to the music with the talented Laura Doherty! Known for her catchy melodies and folk-inspired tunes, Laura creates an energetic atmosphere that will...

Free

Family Game Day

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

Families with children of all ages can drop in to enjoy new games or classic favorites!

Free

Our Wild World with DuPage County Animal Services

Wheaton Public Library 225 N Cross Street, Wheaton

Chicagoland is full of wild animals both amazing and helpful. Learn how every animal benefits the environment and how we can keep them safe. Registration required.

Free
Event Series Winter Break Family Programming

Winter Break Family Programming

Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Avenue, Chicago

Searching for a fun winter break activity for the whole family? Bundle up and swing by Garfield Park Conservatory, where nature meets cozy vibes indoors! From December 23rd- January 3rd,...

Included in general admission

Winter Exploration Day

Dan Ryan Woods 83rd and Western Ave, Chicago

Get outside and enjoy winter. Great opportunity for the whole family to experience snowshoeing (weather permitting), hikes, art making, campfires and more!

Free
Event Series Skating in the Park

Skating in the Park

Parkway Bank Park 5501 Park Place, Rosemont

Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district is thrilled to kick off the holiday season with the return of its Chicago Wolves Ice Rink Saturday, November 23. Admission to the Chicago...

Free

Preschool Hour

Elmwood Park Public Library 1 Conti Parkway, Elmwood Park

Drop in for some fun winter themed activities designed to help your preschooler practice their social-emotional skills, gross motor skills, along with language and conversational skills. Ages 3-5 years old...

Free
Event Series Drop-in Craft

Drop-in Craft

Elmhurst Public Library 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst

Help the library use up lots of leftover craft materials and make something beautiful. No experience necessary, just bring your imagination! Drop in! No registration required.

Free

Tech Open Lab

Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington

Families explore a variety of technology such as robots, circuits, iPads, and more. Drop in. Program Room.

Free
Event Series Super Awesome Movie Series

Super Awesome Movie Series

North Riverside Public Library 2400 Des Plaines Avenue, North Riverside

Join us for a showing of the movies below. Snacks will be provided. No registration required. For children of all ages with an adult. January: Sonic the Hedgehog February: Paw...

Free

First Friday: Weather Chasing with Storm Science

Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, Geneva

Join us as Storm Science shares their weather chasing experience and interactive demos! Come to the Library to hear storm chasing stories and learn more about weather. Storm Science will...

Free
Event Series Build and Watch

Build and Watch: Inside Out

Mount Prospect Public Library - South Branch 1711 W. Algonquin Road, Mount Prospect

Enjoy a movie night at the library and have fun building with LEGO bricks and other various toys! Today's feature is Inside Out (PG). The movie will be shown in...

Free

Snow Ball

Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington

Brrring the family and chill with us as the Library transforms into a wintry wonderland. Fun for all ages, including: Guitarist Josh Skaja Snowy Stories at 7 PM Snow Queen...

Free

Family Movie: Frozen 2

Indian Trails Public Library - Main Branch 355 Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling

This interactive movie experience includes props, bubbles, snacks and crafts. Frozen 2 is rated PG for action, peril and mild rude humor. TR Limit: 50. Free tickets distributed 30 minutes...

Free
Event Series Movies in the Corner

Movies in the Corner

Des Plaines Public Library 1501 Ellinwood Street, Des Plaines

All ages. Enjoy a family-friendly movie in the Poet Tree Corner on the second floor. (Titles subject to change. Check back here for any updates.)

Free

Friday Night Sing-Along: The Lion King

Lisle Public Library 777 Front Street, Lisle

Come and sing-along to an animated classic - this month, we're singing along to Disney's The Lion King. This film is rated G.

Free

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