Homeschool Hangout
Mount Prospect Public Library 10 S. Emerson, Mount ProspectGet to know some other homeschool families in the area while playing games, trying out hands-on activities, and more! For families. No registration necessary.
Free
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Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Illinois Resident Donation Day
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum 2430 N. Cannon Dr., ChicagoWe are pleased to offer weekly Donation Days—every Thursday the museum is open—for Illinois residents. Illinois residents can enjoy free admission during these Donation Days, or support us with a $10 suggested household donation at the time of admission. Illinois residents can reserve their Donation Day tickets online or in person. For information on...
Donations appreciated
Family STEAM Night
Wood Dale Public Library 520 N. Wood Dale Road, Wood DaleDrop in between 6-7:30 pm to try out some STEAM activities as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Recommended age: 5 years and up with a caregiver
Free
Brick Builders
Various Locations ILJoin other BRICK enthusiasts creating and building with Library supplied LEGO® bricks. Themes and challenges will be provided but ingenuity and creativity is encouraged. Grades K-5 with an adult caregiver.
Free
Family Reading Night
Schiller Park Public Library 4200 Old River Road, Schiller ParkEnjoy books, puzzles and popcorn in celebration of Illinois State Family Reading Night.
Free
La Hora de Cuentos
Various Locations IL¡Sumerja a sus hijos en un nuevo idioma o aumente la fluidez durante este divertido programa lleno de historias y rimas en español! Immerse your kids in a new language or increase fluency during this fun program full of stories and rhymes in Spanish!
Free
Family Reading Night
Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers GroveCome make bookish crafts together with your family. Family Reading Night is an annual statewide event held on the third Thursday in November to encourage families to spend time reading together.
Cozy Family Reading Night
Brookfield Public Library 3609 Grand Boulevard, BrookfieldCelebrate Illinois' Family Reading Night! Bring a blanket, pillows, and stuffies and enjoy a cozy night of crafts and reading with your family. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome!
Free
Illinois Reads Family Reading Night
St. Charles Public Library 1 S. 6th Street, St. CharlesPut on your jammies, grab a blanket and come join us for story time! We will snuggle in to enjoy some of the IReads titles.
Free
Family Reading Night
Clarendon Hills Public Library 7 N. Prospect, Clarendon HillsCelebrate Family Reading Night! Wear your pajamas, bring a blanket, get cozy and read with your family. We will share a story, provide snacks and then your family can spend time cuddled up reading together. Please register as a family and indicate how many people will attend.
Free
Family Reading Night: Books and Blankets
Clarendon Hills Public Library 7 N. Prospect, Clarendon HillsCelebrate Family Reading Night! Wear your pajamas, bring a blanket, get cozy and read with your family. We will share a story, provide snacks and then your family can spend time cuddled up reading together. Please register as a family and indicate how many people will attend.
Free
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