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Breakfast with Santa Toy Drive

St. Celestine School 3017 N 77th Avenue, Elmwood Park, United States

Please bring an unwrapped toy for a boy or a girl $10 limit per toy. Breakfast will be served. There will be a visit from Santa. Bring a bag of canned goods for your visit with Santa. Arts and Crafts.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Place to...

Breakfast with Santa

Glendale Lakes Golf Club 1550 President Street, Glendale Heights, IL, United States

Santa Claus is coming to town! Join us at the Glendale Lakes Golf Club for a delicious Breakfast with Mr. and Mrs. Claus. Fill your plate as high as you can at the all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast, then wash it down with coffee or apple juice. After breakfast, be sure to get a family photo with...

$3 – $5

Breakfast with Santa

Faith United Methodist Church (Downers Grove) 432 59th Street, Downers Grove, IL, United States

Breakfast with Santa is a free event hosted by FUMC. There will be breakfast, Christmas bingo, and taking pictures with Santa. Everyone is welcome to attend.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Place to Eat with Santa.

Free

Sensory Friendly Cookies with Santa

PC Therapy 10 Saravanos Drive, Yorkville, United States

Ho, Ho, Ho! Here comes Santa Claus! Come join us for a magical holiday experience where Santa makes a special appearance at ABC Therapy Clinic’s from 12pm-1pm. During this time, he will be spreading holiday cheer while also creating unforgettable memories with lots of fun. But wait, there’s more! The fun doesn’t end there! This...

Free

Cocoa Crawl

Downtown Bartlett Bartlett, IL, United States

Join a fun filled day of supporting local businesses and sampling cocoa beverages -- some hot, some cold and even some for those 21 years and older. Get $10 tickets at business.bartlettareachamber.com/events; ticket includes keepsake passport that lists participating businesses, a souvenir mug (while supplies last) and a raffle entry page. Free for 16 and...

Free – $10

Cookie Decorating

Maywood Public Library 121 S 5th Avenue, Maywood, IL, United States

Show us your best cookie decorating skills! Come decorate some sweet treats for a chance to win:$25 Visa Gift Card / ¡Muéstranos tus mejores habilidades para decorar galletas! Ven a decorar algunos dulces para tener la oportunidad de ganar: Tarjeta de regalo Visa de $25

Free

Children’s Breakfast with Santa

Lyons Village Hall 4200 Lawndale Ave, Lyons, IL, United States

For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Place to Eat with Santa.

Sprinkles and Sparkles: Holiday Cookie Decorating Party

Elmwood Park Public Library 1 Conti Parkway, Elmwood Park, IL, United States

Holiday cookies are yummy treats that bring smiles and sparkle to the season! Perfect for sharing, gifting, or nibbling on while you wait for Santa, holiday cookies make the holidays extra sweet! Stop in and decorate your very own cookies! No registration required!

Free

Cookies and Cocoa

Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

What do you call hot chocolate if it isn’t hot? Will it melt a marshmallow? Experiment with cold, warm and hot cocoa to find out! Decorate a cookie to enjoy with your cocoa. (Grades K–5 with an adult)

Free

Winter Bingo and Hot Chocolate

Santori Library (Aurora) 101 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United States

Get out of the cold and enjoy some hot chocolate, play Bingo, and win some prizes! For children of all ages and their caregivers.

Free

Crafty Bean Cafe and Studio Storytime

Crafty Bean Cafe & Studio 345 N Schmidt Road, Bolingbrook, United States

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

Free

Cocoa and Crafts

Hanover Park Park District Community Center 1919 Walnut Avenue, Hanover Park, IL, United States

Let your children's imaginations soar with a variety of crafts designed for all ages and skill levels. Enjoy delicious hot cocoa while creating together. Bring your little ones for a morning filled with crafting fun and joyful moments. Sign up is required to join the festivities! We can’t wait to see the amazing creations your...

Free

Cocoa and Coffee Crawl

Downtown Wheaton South Main Street & West Liberty Drive, Wheaton, IL, United States

Gather the whole family for a fun-filled winter day sampling a variety of unique hot cocoas and artisan coffees at your favorite Downtown Wheaton shops and restaurants! Altiro BABAM Ditka's Grill Five & Hoek Gia Mia Graham's Fine Chocolate & Ice Cream Images Med Spa Ivy Restaurant Kilwins Kimmer’s Ice Cream London Skye The Protein...

$18 – $64
Event Series Young Chefs

Young Chefs

Maywood Public Library 121 S 5th Avenue, Maywood, IL, United States

Learn the basics of cooking in our cooking club! Registration required along with allergy disclosure form. / ¡Aprenda los conceptos básicos de la cocina en nuestro club! Se requiere registro junto con la declaración de alergia firmada. /

Free

Lunar New Year Celebration

Buffalo Grove Community Arts Center 225 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove, IL, United States

Live Entertainment Family Activities – Crafts Food & Drink for Purchase – Asian cuisine, beer, wine and soft drinks   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Ways for Families to Celebrate the Chinese New Year

Free

Battle of the Pizzas

Franklin Park Public Library 10311 Grand Avenue, Franklin Park, IL, United States

Have you ever wondered what the best pizza in Franklin Park was? Wonder no longer! We’ll be taste testing every pizza in Franklin Park to see which one is the BEST. Must be in grades 3-8

Free

Sokol Spirit Pancake Breakfast

Sokol Spirit 3909 Prairie Avenue, Brookfield, United States

All you can eat pancakes from 7:30am - 11:00am. $10/adults, $5/kids (12 and under). Flapjack Tournament immediately following breakfast. We look forward to seeing you there!

$5 – $10

Pizza Party Palooza

Santori Library (Aurora) 101 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United States

Come on in for a storytime, craft and games and yes, it’s pizza party time. Ages 6-11. ** We will read Pete the Cat and the Perfect Pizza Party by Kim Dean, make a craft, and play games. Cheese pizza will be served. ** Tickets will be available at the Children’s Service Desk 30 minutes...

Free
Event Series Young Chefs

Young Chefs

Maywood Public Library 121 S 5th Avenue, Maywood, IL, United States

Learn the basics of cooking in our cooking club! Registration required along with allergy disclosure form. / ¡Aprenda los conceptos básicos de la cocina en nuestro club! Se requiere registro junto con la declaración de alergia firmada. /

Free

Souper Bowl Sunday

Faith United Methodist Church (Downers Grove) 432 59th Street, Downers Grove, IL, United States

Start Super Bowl Sunday right with worship, fellowship, and good food. Join our church for our annual Souper Bowl Sunday where volunteers have donated soup and baked goods. The children and youth of Faith UMC will be serving the food and helping the adults, so please come out and support them. The food is free;...

Free

A Night of Love to Remember – CANCELLED

Faith United Methodist Church (Downers Grove) 432 59th Street, Downers Grove, IL, United States

Everyone is invited to join a night of LOVE for couples, families, and friends. There will be games, food, fellowship, learning, and more. It will also be a potluck dinner. Lechon or roasted pig will be provided, but you may bring a drink or a sweet dish. Come celebrate love in all its forms with...

Free

Hot Cocoa Bar

Palatine Public Library 700 N North Court, Palatine, IL, United States

Warm up with a customized cup of cocoa and family activities. All ages. While supplies last. Drop in.

Free

Chocolate Walk

Wheaton Town Square 271 Town Square, Wheaton, IL, United States

Shopping is sweet at Town Square Wheaton! Join us on Saturday, February 22, from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. for the second annual TSW Chocolate Walk. Register for free and receive tastings of local-made artisan chocolates inside various TSW shops and restaurants — along with steamy hot cocoa to keep you warm as you shop...

Free

Nutella Stacks for Giving Back Fundraising Event

Nutella Cafe 189 Michigan Avenue, Chicago, United States

Nutella Continues Commitment Firefighters for a Second Year with “Stacks for Giving Back” Program Nutella lovers can nominate their local fire department and stop by Nutella Cafe Chicago to spread their love for first responders and pancakes WHAT: Nutella is back for its second year to reinforce support for the nation’s firefighters through the Stack...

Free

Troop 100 Annual Pancake Breakfast

Wesley United Methodist Church (Naperville) 21 E Franklin Avenue, Naperville, United States

Come support Scouting America Troop 100 from 7 a.m. to noon on March 1 with all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, coffee, milk and orange juice, plus amazing raffle prizes AND a bake sale! Tickets: $7 per person/$20 per family. Tickets available for purchase at the door, or contact: troop100naperville@googlegroups.com to purchase your tickets from a Scout and...

$7 – $20

Sweet Treats

Schiller Park Public Library 4200 Old River Road, Schiller Park, IL, United States

Visit the library and create some festive edible treats!

Free
Event Series Sugar Bush Fair

Sugar Bush Fair

Spring Valley Nature Center 1111 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg, IL, United States

Celebrate spring's arrival with us! Learn about the history of maple syruping at our demonstration areas and enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast. Breakfast is served under a large enclosed tent on the grounds of Merkle Cabin, a short walk from the Nature Center, so dress for the weather. Breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, beverages and real...

$7.50 – $9
Event Series Sugar Bush Fair

Sugar Bush Fair

Spring Valley Nature Center 1111 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg, IL, United States

Celebrate spring's arrival with us! Learn about the history of maple syruping at our demonstration areas and enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast. Breakfast is served under a large enclosed tent on the grounds of Merkle Cabin, a short walk from the Nature Center, so dress for the weather. Breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, beverages and real...

$7.50 – $9

Salty and Sweet Popcorn Fest

Elmwood Park Public Library 1 Conti Parkway, Elmwood Park, IL, United States

Craving a sweet popcorn, or possibly a salty treat? Look no further than this program to create your own delicious popcorn treat! Drop-In.

Free

Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser

West Chicago Community High School Dist. 94 326 Joliet Street, West Chicago, United States

Adults: $8.00 Seniors (65+): $6.00 Child (3-12): $6.00 / Under 2 FREE Raffle Tickets: $5.00 each / 5 for $20.00 60/40 Raffle Tickets: $5.00 each

$6 – $8

Tween Movie Night

Des Plaines Public Library 1501 Ellinwood Street, Des Plaines, IL, United States

Come to the library to watch a movie and have some pizza! We will be watching Suzume.

Free

Event Series Cookies and Crayons

Cookies and Crayons

Lisle Public Library 777 Front Street, Lisle, United States

Have a snack and make some fabulous art on a Saturday morning. Completed works of art will be posted in the Youth Services Department for everyone to admire, with artist permission of course!

Free

World War II Candy and Snack Challenge

Batavia Public Library 10 S. Batavia Ave., Batavia, IL, United States

Bring the whole family to taste the candy the Greatest Generation enjoyed. Have a taste of candies that were popular during World War II. Give them a rating and compete with other families with rounds of candy trivia.

Free

Free Cone Day

Ben & Jerry's 120 Water Street, Naperville, United States

We’ve been celebrating Free Cone Day since 1979 as a way to thank our incredible fans (that’s you!) for being, well, so incredible. This year, visit your local Scoop Shop on April 8 for a FREE cup or cone of your favorite flavor. No fine print, no strings attached — just free ice cream and...

Free

Breakfast with the Easter Lizard

Proviso West High School 4701 Harrison Street, Hillside, IL, United States

Join us for a FREE community event hosted by the Proviso West National Honor Society! 📅 Saturday, April 12 ⏰ 10 AM - 12 PM 📍 Proviso West High School Enjoy breakfast, games, Easter fun, and an amazing live reptile experience with Dave DiNaso’s Traveling World of Reptiles! 🦎🐢 🎉 Open to children ages 2-12!...

Free

Kiwanis ‘Un’Pancake Breakfast

Helping Hand Center 9649 W 55th Street, Countryside, United States

We are excited to announce that we will be hosting a Kiwanis breakfast on Sunday, April 13th at the Helping Hand Center at 9649 West 55th Street, Countryside. Please help us continue to support our community by sponsoring and/or attending our “Un”Pancake Breakfast. (French toast sticks – yummy!) And, flower sale at event! Get your...

Free – $10

Family Poetry and Pizza Slam

Bellwood Public Library 600 Bohland Ave, Bellwood, IL, United States

In celebration of National Poetry Month, bring the whole family to the library to share some poetry or other performance art. We’ll serve pizza for dinner.

Free

Munch Madness

Des Plaines Public Library 1501 Ellinwood Street, Des Plaines, IL, United States

Come to this taste-test to try different and unusual snacks. You can taste things blind or with eyes wide open but either way you will be surprised by what awaits you. Please be conscious of food allergies. For ages 9-12. Registration required.

Free

Flavor Club: Super Sodas

Berwyn Public Library 2701 S. Harlem Ave., Berwyn, IL, United States

Recommended for ages 8+. Registration is required. Can you correctly guess the mystery flavors? Sample our wacky snacks to see if you can! Note: Snacks may include gluten, sugar, nuts, milk, eggs, soy, and/or other allergens. We are happy to provide ingredient details upon request. Mayores de 8 años. Es necesario registrarse. ¿Puedes adivinar correctamente...

Free

MRE Taste Test Challenge

Batavia Public Library 10 S. Batavia Ave., Batavia, IL, United States

Family and friends may try a Meal, Ready-to-Eat kit. Sample a variety of food options similar to what WWII soldiers may have eaten in their C-rations. Register by April 14.

Free

Lion Rob’s Spring Pancake Breakfast

Bartlett Fire Barn 218 S. Main St, Bartlett, IL, United States

Up to three children age 5 and under free with each paid Adult. Multiple Raffles and a 50/50 Split the Pot. Youth eye health screening will be available at the breakfast. Police Department open house – 9:00 AM to NOON.

$6 – $10

Family Cooking Night

La Grange Public Library 10 W. Cossitt Avenue, La Grange, IL, United States

Kids and their grown-ups can practice chopping, mixing and more while creating a delicious treat to enjoy together. Please register each participant in the family.

Free

Event Series Cookies and Crayons

Cookies and Crayons

Lisle Public Library 777 Front Street, Lisle, United States

Have a snack and make some fabulous art on a Saturday morning. Completed works of art will be posted in the Youth Services Department for everyone to admire, with artist permission of course!

Free

Fire Department Pancake Breakfast

Park Central Banquet Hall 3000 Central Road, Rolling Meadows, United States

The Rolling Meadows Fire Department will serve and cook a delicious pancake breakfast that includes sausage, fresh fruit, coffee, orange juice, and milk! Hosted by the Rolling Meadows Firefighters and Paramedics, IAFF Local 3075, the breakfast will benefit the Rolling Meadows Park Foundation and Camp I Am Meby the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance.

$8 – $15

Ribbon Cutting & Free Cookout

Thorndale Park 22W130 Thorndale Avenue, Medinah, IL, United States

Join the Medinah Park District for this 60th Anniversary Celebration with a ribbon cutting and unveiling of the newly-renovated Thorndale Park with new features: • Playground! • Pavilion! • Beach Volleyball! Saturday, May 10 – 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Thorndale Park, 22W130 Thorndale Avenue This FREE event also includes: • FREE COOKOUT! • Music!...

Free

Family Robotics Night

Chik-fil-A (Naperville) 1159 E Ogden Avenue, Naperville, United States

Join us to learn about robots. We will have a fun robot building and battling time with our friends from RoboThink! Create a robot craft to take home. Take photos with Cow too!

Free

Teddy Bear Picnic

Meadowcrest 1150 Meadowcrest, La Grange, United States

Join the La Grange Park Library for an outdoor storytime.

Free

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