Educational
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Illinois Resident Donation Day
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum 2430 N. Cannon Dr., Chicago, IL, United StatesWe 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...
LEGO Dreidels
Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, United StatesBuild a LEGO dreidel, learn the game, compete in dreidel challenges. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Hanukkah Events.
Favorite Character’s Club: Harry Potter
St. Charles Public Library 1 S. 6th Street, St. Charles, IL, United StatesAttention all Harry Potter fans! Drop by anytime between 4pm- 6pm for a special event dedicated to all things Harry Potter. Whether you’re eager to talk about your favorite characters...
Mad Science: Wacky Winter Show
95th Street Library 3015 Cedar Glade Dr, Naperville, IL, United StatesGet ready for a mind-blowing science show that will leave you in awe! Watch as we create foggy dry ice storms and make giant beach balls float in mid-air. Be...
Noon Lions Club Free Vision Screening
Santori Library (Aurora) 101 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United StatesAurora Noon Lions Club provides free vision screening for children. Primarily aimed at 6 months to 6 years old although useful up to age 16. According to the American Public...
Budding Botanists
Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Avenue, Chicago, IL, United StatesWatch 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...
What’s On The Menu?
River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL, United StatesJoin us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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