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Cicada Party

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

The cicadas are coming! We will eat cicada-themed snacks, make cicada art and talk about cicada facts in anticipation of a record cicada year. Walk-ins and new friends welcome!

Free
Event Series Field Watchers

Field Watchers

Naper Settlement 523 S. Weber Street, Naperville, IL, United States

Every Tuesday Starting March 5 β€’ 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM β€’ Free Program β€’ Pre-Registration Required β€’ For Students (6-12) and their Parents/Caregivers β€’ Adults must accompany students Unleash your curiosity every Tuesday while exploring the wonders of agriculture, STEM, and nature! This program is for parents and elementary-age students (6-12 years old). Topics include: Coding:...

Free

Author Visit: Jennifer A. Nielsen, Historical Fiction Superstar

Park Ridge Public Library 20 S Prospect Avenue, Park Ridge, IL, United States

One of the Park Ridge Public Library’s top circulating middle-grade authors, historical fiction and fantasy superstar Jennifer A. Nielsen, is joining us on Zoom for a discussion about her newest book, Uprising (published in early March of this year), based on the extraordinary real-life story of a twelve year-old’s part in the Polish resistance when...

Free

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

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. πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ A Family-Friendly Festival of Patriotism celebrating our American heroes!! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ 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

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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