Drop-in Craft: I Have a Dream
Batavia Public Library 10 S. Batavia Ave., Batavia, IL, United StatesVisit the library to make bookmarks and various crafts.
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Wee Wonders: Snowflakes
Sand Ridge Nature Center 15891 S Paxton Ave, South Holland, IL, United StatesExplore nature topics with nature center staff. Registration is required.
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Snack Sacks
Lemont Public Library 50 E Wend St, Lemont, IL, United StatesVolunteer your time to create bags for local community groups.
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Adventure of the Missing Color
La Grange Public Library 10 W. Cossitt Avenue, La Grange, IL, United StatesDesigned for families, this programming will feature scientists and artists.
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Sunday Crafternoons
Brookfield Public Library 3609 Grand Boulevard, Brookfield, IL, United StatesVisit the library for an afternoon of crafting.
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Make Break
Michaels (check your local store)Visit your local store for a crafting session.
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Drop-in Craft: I Have a Dream
Batavia Public Library 10 S. Batavia Ave., Batavia, IL, United StatesVisit the library to make bookmarks and various crafts.
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School’s Out Drop-in Craft
Des Plaines Public Library 1501 Ellinwood Street, Des Plaines, IL, United StatesNeed something to do on your day off from school? Stop by the Program Room for a fun craft! No registration required.
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Free Admission for Illinois Residents
The Art Institute of Chicago 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesVisit the Art Institute of Chicago for free admission.
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Read and Create
Hinsdale Public Library 20 East Maple Street, Hinsdale, IL, United StatesEnjoy storytime and crafts at the library.
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Make and Create
Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, United StatesHead to the library for extra fun.
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School’s Out Drop-in Craft
Des Plaines Public Library 1501 Ellinwood Street, Des Plaines, IL, United StatesNeed something to do on your day off from school? Stop by the Program Room for a fun craft! No registration required.
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Museum of Contemporary Art Free Night
Museum of Contemporary Art 220 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL, United StatesIllinois residents receive free admission on Tuesday evenings.
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Sensory-Friendly Morning
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum 2430 N. Cannon Dr., Chicago, IL, United StatesVisit the Nature Museum for a sensory-friendly morning designed for guests with disabilities.
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Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art Museum Free Day
Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art 1220 Kensington Road, Oak Brook, IL, United StatesMuseum is free on Wednesdays.
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Free Admission for Illinois Residents
The Art Institute of Chicago 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesVisit the Art Institute of Chicago for free admission.
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Craft for a Cause: Valentine’s Cards
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesCreate cards for children at Lurie's Children's Hospital.
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Drop-in Shrinky Dinks
North Riverside Public Library 2400 Des Plaines Avenue, North Riverside, IL, United StatesGet creative with library staff and bring your own home.
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Art After Dark
Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Avenue, Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin GPCA’s Nature Educators on Wednesday evenings for a free, drop-in program for kids and families.
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Crafty Afternoons
Maywood Public Library 121 S 5th Avenue, Maywood, IL, United StatesRegister in advance for this crafting session.
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Free Admission for Illinois Residents
The Art Institute of Chicago 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesVisit the Art Institute of Chicago for free admission.
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Crochet for Kids
Aurora Public Library - West Branch 233 S Constitution Drive, Aurora, IL, United StatesLearn to crochet with library staff. Register in advance.
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ARTstravaganza
Lisle Public Library 777 Front Street, Lisle, United StatesMake a mess at the library.
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Free Admission for Illinois Residents
The Art Institute of Chicago 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesVisit the Art Institute of Chicago for free admission.
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Drop In Craft: DIY Origami
Batavia Public Library 10 S. Batavia Ave., Batavia, IL, United StatesGet creative at the library.
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4th Annual Art & Craft Supply Swap
Clarendon Hills Public Library 7 N. Prospect, Clarendon Hills, IL, United StatesVisit the library to swap for new (to you) craft items.
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Crafting a la Cache: Handheld Habitats
Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E. Romeo Rd, Romeoville, IL, United StatesDiscover what a habitat is and which animals live there by creating your own miniature habitat inside an Altoids tin. Registration required.
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Saturday Crafternoon: Mini Seasonal Canvases
Santori Library (Aurora) 101 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United StatesGet creative at the library. Tickets distributed 30 minutes prior to programming.
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Sunday Kids Club
Michaels (check your local store)Get creative at Michaels stores with this free workshop.
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Free Admission for Illinois Residents
The Art Institute of Chicago 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesVisit the Art Institute of Chicago for free admission.
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Make and Create
Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, United StatesHead to the library for extra fun.
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Museum of Contemporary Art Free Night
Museum of Contemporary Art 220 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL, United StatesIllinois residents receive free admission on Tuesday evenings.
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Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art Museum Free Day
Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art 1220 Kensington Road, Oak Brook, IL, United StatesMuseum is free on Wednesdays.
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Free Admission for Illinois Residents
The Art Institute of Chicago 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesVisit the Art Institute of Chicago for free admission.
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Builders Lab Drop-In
Prospect Heights Public Library 12 N. Elm Street, Prospect Heights, IL, United StatesCreate with the Prospect Heights Public Library.
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Art After Dark
Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Avenue, Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin GPCA’s Nature Educators on Wednesday evenings for a free, drop-in program for kids and families.
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Crafty Afternoons
Maywood Public Library 121 S 5th Avenue, Maywood, IL, United StatesRegister in advance for this crafting session.
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Nature’s Art Box
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center 9800 Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs, IL, United StatesRegister in advance for nature-based art programming.
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Free Admission for Illinois Residents
The Art Institute of Chicago 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesVisit the Art Institute of Chicago for free admission.
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Hejsan: Story and Craft
Swedish American Museum 5211 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL, United StatesVisit the museum for children's programming.
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Pet Rock Pop-Up
Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, Geneva, IL, United StatesCreate your own pet.
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ARTstravaganza
Lisle Public Library 777 Front Street, Lisle, United StatesMake a mess at the library.
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Hejsan: Story and Craft
Swedish American Museum 5211 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL, United StatesVisit the museum for children's programming.
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Free Admission for Illinois Residents
The Art Institute of Chicago 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesVisit the Art Institute of Chicago for free admission.
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Paint a Tiny Masterpiece: Family Edition
Westmont Public Library 428 North Cass, Westmont, IL, United StatesGet creative at the Westmont Public Library.
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Valentines for Loved Ones
Oswego Public Library-Montgomery Branch 1111 Reading Dr, Montgomery, United States +1 moreVisit the library to make a special card. While supplies last.
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Valentines for Loved Ones
Oswego Public Library-Montgomery Branch 1111 Reading Dr, Montgomery, United States +1 moreVisit the library to make a special card. While supplies last.
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The Maker Table: Diamond Painting
St. Charles Public Library 1 S. 6th Street, St. Charles, IL, United StatesCreate a diamond-painted corner bookmark at the Maker Table.
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Make Break
Michaels (check your local store)Visit your local store for a crafting session.
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Free Admission for Illinois Residents
The Art Institute of Chicago 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesVisit the Art Institute of Chicago for free admission.
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