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Author Event: Doug Cenko

Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, Geneva, IL, United States

Author Doug Cenko will read and sign copies of his books Viking Strong and Viking in Love. In conjunction with our Freya exhibit, we welcome Doug Cenko, author of Viking in Love and Viking Strong. He will read aloud from his books and guide you on a draw-along! Following the program, Doug will sign copies...

Free
Event Series Milking Demonstrations

Milking Demonstrations

Kline Creek Farm 1N600 County Farm Road, West Chicago, IL, United States

See the farm’s heritage Shorthorn cows hand-milked the 1890s way. Suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to enter the farm. All ages. Free. No registration. Questions? Call 630-876-5900.

$5

Miller’s Mobile Petting Zoo

St. Charles Public Library 1 S. 6th Street, St. Charles, IL, United States

Meet some new animal friends at the petting zoo hosted in our yard!

Free

Minecraft Engineering – Dinosaur Safari

Brookfield Public Library 3609 Grand Boulevard, Brookfield, IL, United States

Join us for a fun and engaging adventure in Minecraft! We'll be embarking on a dinosaur safari adventure. Some laptops available for checkout, but participants are encouraged to bring their own.

Free
Event Series Summer Drop-In Days

Summer Drop-In Days

Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL, United States

Summer Drop-In Days, every Wednesday and Saturday, offer activities that explore history and culture in creative ways! Sessions may have a military theme or French spin — for example, apply strategic thinking to an Army challenge or dive into French culture through “Inventions Magnifique.” No sign up and no charge! Just stop by the First...

Included in general admission
Event Series Milking Demonstrations

Milking Demonstrations

Kline Creek Farm 1N600 County Farm Road, West Chicago, IL, United States

See the farm’s heritage Shorthorn cows hand-milked the 1890s way. Suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to enter the farm. All ages. Free. No registration. Questions? Call 630-876-5900.

$5

Juneteenth Commemoration

First United Methodist Church (Elmhurst) 232 S York Street, Elmhurst, IL, United States

Join us to commemorate Juneteenth, Freedom Day! We will have FREE food, music, speakers, activities for all ages, vendors from black-owned businesses, and more!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Juneteenth Celebrations.

Free
Event Series Civic Season: Community Day

Civic Season: Community Day

Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

During this year’s Civic Season at CHM, the Museum will serve as a space to help Chicagoans connect with their community, build new skills, and provide a roadmap to future community participation so we may all be more informed and engaged citizens. Activities include hands-on arts and crafts with local teaching artists, facilitator-led exploration of...

Free

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