Fossil Fun
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center 9800 Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs, IL, United StatesBecome an amateur paleontologist and learn how to discover fossils in your own backyard while learning about the past. Ages 6 & up.
Free
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Educational
History of Flowers at the Games
Oak Park Conservatory 615 Garfield Street, Oak Park, IL, United StatesDid you know that olive-leaf wreaths were awarded to commemorate victories at the first Olympic Games in Ancient Greece before medals were given? Drop in and learn more fun facts like this at the Conservatory during Olympic Week! No registration required.
Time To Go Chorinβ
Kline Creek Farm 1N600 County Farm Road, West Chicago, IL, United StatesHelp with different historical household or barnyard chores around the farm. It can get messy, so make sure to wear shoes and clothes you donβt mind getting dirty. Suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to enter the farm. All ages; under 18 with an adult. Free. No registration. Questions? Call...
$5
Showcasing Science: Caterpillar to Butterfly
Maywood Public Library 121 S 5th Avenue, Maywood, IL, United StatesLetβ s learn the steps of how a caterpillar transforms into a butterfly. How? By observing them all July!
Free
Hooray For Halfway
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesCelebrate being halfway done with 2024 Summer Reading by making your buttons youβve earned plus a special button, while enjoying crafts and fun activities for the whole family! Havenβt signed up? Sign up during this event and receive all of the prizes youβve earned!
Free
Second Tuesday Free Days
Aurora Regional Fire Museum 53 N Broadway, Aurora, IL, United StatesJoin us for free admission, special activities, scavenger hunt, giveaways, and more from 10am-4pm on the dates below! Each month we will feature several activities, the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy will bring a variety of hands-on activities each month. Free Admission sponsored by Invest Aurora. Summer at the Fire Museum is generously presented by...
Free
Blazing Trails Pop Up Event
Sycamore Trails Park 1500 E Kensington Road, Mount Prospect, United StatesRiver Trails Park District is coming to Sycamore Trails Park this summer. Look for our new RTPD Bus rolling in after storytime. Our wacky counselors will entertain kids with their backpack of summertime toys! WE create FUN just for you. We hope to see you there.
Free
LEGO Zone
Chicago Children's Museum 700 E Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL, United StatesFrom dinosaurs to cities and towns, there's nothing you can't create with LEGO bricks! Join visiting LEGO Brick Specialists for a playful building challenge, and let your imagination soar! Running from 11 am to 1 pm and 2 to 4 pm.
Included in general admission
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