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Event Series Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Illinois Resident Donation Day

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Illinois Resident Donation Day

The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum 2430 N. Cannon Dr., Chicago, IL, United States

We 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

Storytime with Author Jo Fredell Higgins

Eola Road Branch 555 S Eola Road, Aurora, IL, United States

International author Jo Fredell Higgins will present a story time at the Eola Public Library on May 16, 10 a.m. and will read from her children's book A Zoo Menagerie. Jo is the author of 23 books and her books are read in all 50 states and 7 foreign countries. Jo is a retired teacher...

Free
Event Series Bilingual Story Times

Bilingual Story Times

DuPage Children's Museum 301 N. Washington St., Naperville, IL, United States

Join us for a Bilingual Story Times with The Language Labs. Explore a new language with songs, dances, games, activities, riddles, and rhymes! Friday, March 22, 2024 | Polish | 10:30 Friday, April 19, 2024 | Urdu | 10:30 Friday, May 17, 2024 | Spanish | 10:30

Included in general admission

Armed Forces Day

Burr Ridge Village Center 701 Village Center Drive, Burr Ridge, IL, United States

The Village of Burr Ridge invites you to join us on Friday, May 17th on the Village Green at Burr Ridge Village Center from 5-7 PM for a fun-filled evening of music, entertainment, and activities to honor our country’s Armed Forces. 🇺🇸 A Family-Friendly Festival of Patriotism celebrating our American heroes!! 🇺🇸 Proudly supported by...

Free

Trees for Glen Ellyn

Lake Ellyn Park 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn, IL, United States

Join the Park District’s forestry team to learn about an exciting new volunteer opportunity. Participate in planting and caring for trees in our parks. Learn the correct way to plant a tree and take an active role in growing Glen Ellyn’s tree canopy. Make a positive impact on the environment for generations to come. This...

Free

Public Works Open House

Mount Prospect Public Works 1700 W Central Road, Mount Prospect, United States

This annual event features games, a facility tour, and displays that demonstrate how our water and sewer system, parkway trees, buildings, streets, can meet PW Paws, the Public Works Department mascot, and enjoy free refreshments and hot dogs, courtesy of the Mount Prospect Lions Club. 

Free
Event Series Noon Lions Club Free Vision Screening

Noon Lions Club Free Vision Screening

Aurora Public Library - West Branch 233 S Constitution Drive, Aurora, IL, United States

Aurora 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 Health Association, about 10% of preschoolers have eye or vision problems. The screener is meant for early detection of the following eye disorders but not...

Free

Bike Rodeo

Main Street Recreation Center (Glen Ellyn) 501 Hill Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL, United States

Kids will learn about bicycle safety and rules of the road through fun drills and activities at multiple stations. Participants must bring their own bike and wear a fitted bike helmet.

Free
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