Scales-N-Tales Storytime
Franklin Park Public Library 10311 Grand Avenue, Franklin Park, IL, United StatesStart your Friday morning off at the library with a fun storytime all about animals. A new animal each week! Some bilingual Spanish.
Free
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Summer Send-off Fishing Derby
Hidden Lake Forest Preserve Butterfield and Rt. 53, Downers Grove, IL, United StatesCalling all anglers! Come on out to Hidden Lakes Trout Farm and close out summer while you try your hand at fishing. We invite you to find the best spot along the shore and try your luck at catching fish. We will provide one free container of nightcrawlers. Prizes will be awarded for the biggest...
$5
Fishing Derby
Lakeview Park 240 Broker Road, Bloomingdale, IL, United StatesSharpen skills and discover hidden fishing talents at the Bloomingdale Park District's annual Fishing Derby! Stocked each spring at the Bloomingdale - Roselle Rotary Club Fish Release, Lakeview Park is full to the brim with an abundance of fish species. Prizes are awarded for all types of catches including biggest, smallest, weirdest, and more. Participants...
Free
Community Fishing Derby
Stevenson Pond 3101 Washington Blvd., Bellwood, ILCatch a live fish for dinner. PRIZES! For The Largest & Smallest Fish Caught On The Hour. BRING YOUR ROD, REEL AND BAIT! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fishing Derbies
Monarch Butterfly Celebration
Lake Katherine 7402 W. Lake Katherine Drive, Palos Heights, IL, United StatesCelebrate the Migration of the Monarch Butterfly. *Timed Entry to Butterfly Tent * Educational Displays Crafts * Live Animals * Hayrides *
$10
Monarch Festival
Ty Warner Park Plaza Drive and Blackhawk Drive, Westmont, IL, United StatesJoin us at Ty Warner Park to celebrate the monarch butterfly migration. Visit with naturalists from local environmental organizations while participating in fun activities and crafts for all ages!
Hispanic Heritage Fest
Brookfield Zoo 8400 West 31st Street, Brookfield, IL, United StatesJoin us at Brookfield Zoo Chicago this fall for a new, vibrant Hispanic Heritage Fest on Saturday, September 21! Delight in live music, delectable cuisine, cultural performances, and more—all included with your Zoo admission for a day of celebration and exploration! More details coming soon.
Included in general admission
Autumn Fair
Peck Farm Park 4038 Kaneville Road, Geneva, IL, United StatesThe Geneva Park District Foundation invites the community to celebrate the season at its annual Autumn Fair. Participants will enjoy many activities, including crafts, games, hayrides, music, and many more fall activities. Admission to this event is free, with minimal fees for some activities, food, and beverages. For information on more events like this,...
Free
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