Learn to recognize different types of clouds, play a water cycle game, observe how a tornado forms, discover what causes hail, make a weather craft and more! Free drop-in program Designed for ages 4-10 but all ages welcome Self-guided stations No registration required At least one adult must attend with each family Located in the...
Dinosaurs big and small will fill Wonder Works from March 20 to April 7, 2025 for our most anticipated takeover event of the year. Aspiring Paleontologists of all ages will be delighted by the wide array of dinosaur activities, starting with the life-size T-Rex skull on loan from the Field Museum greeting them as they...
Experience the fusion of science and stories in this interactive STEM show that will take you treasure-hunting (and experimenting) deep within a jungle!
Watch out as you explore the Conservatory – you may run into a Budding Botanists! on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00am to 3:00pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids of all ages at our Budding Botanists station. These programs are drop in and no preregistration is required. You can stop by and interact with...
The North Riverside Public Library will be finishing their Sustainability Week with a special program at Village Commons. Interact with live reptiles and learn about conservation through crafts and activities.
Kick off spring break with outdoor family fun! Hike with a naturalist through the trees at Messenger Woods. At designated stops along the way we’ll pause to try our hand at fun early-spring activities. We might investigate the creek, play animal Simon says, discover the age of a tree, listen to bird calls or play...
Join us for a fun-filled session of building and creating with our Library-supplied LEGO® bricks. While we may offer exciting themes or challenges, your ingenuity and creativity are always encouraged to design something entirely your own. Grades K-5 with an adult caregiver.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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