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Fox Valley Reading Council Family Reading Day

Santori Library (Aurora) 101 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United States

Join us for storytime fun as stories from celebrated Illinois authors are shared. The Fox Valley Reading Council will share goodie bags and other prizes.

Free

Family Event: Native American Heritage Month

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

Did you know that Chicago is home to one of the largest urban Indigenous populations in the US, with more than 65,000 Native Americans living in the metropolitan area? Join us to celebrate the city’s vibrant Native communities and a history that spans centuries. Included with general admission; RSVP not required.

Included in general admission

Veterans Day Ceremony

Lombard Common 433 E. St. Charles Rd, Lombard, 60148

The 2023 Veterans Day Ceremony will take place on Saturday, November 11, at 11 a.m. at the Common Park Sunken Garden. Please join us in honoring our Veterans who have selflessly placed their lives on the line for freedom. Be sure to thank a Veteran today!

Free

Veterans Day Family Activities

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

Celebrate Veterans Day with us! Join our family-friendly drop-in activities honoring the bravery and sacrifice of our veterans. Learn more about the experiences of veterans and create a letter or card for veterans participating in Honor Flight Chicago. Come together to learn, connect, and show appreciation for those who served our nation. Scouting Group Activity...

Included in general admission

Veterans Day Celebration

Joseph C. Vallez Activity Center 1529 S Harlem Avenue, Berwyn, IL, United States

United States Armed Forces veterans and their families are invited to join the North Berwyn Park District in celebration and memorium at our inaugural Veterans Day Ceremony. Highlights include: Guest Speakers and presentations of colors. All ages welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult)

Free

Veterans Day Program: Smoky the War Dog

Glen Ellyn Public Library 400 Duane Street, Glen Ellyn

On Veterans Day, listen to Adrian Brigham tell the story of one of the most decorated dogs in history for her service during WWII. Smoky was found trapped in an abandoned foxhole in Papua New Guinea and went on to become the best mascot of the South Pacific, the world’s first official Therapy Dog of...

Free

Health Fair

Community Recreation Center (Wheeling) 100 Community Boulevard, Wheeling

Explore and learn about the many different health and wellness resources available in your community. Bought to you by the combined efforts of local businesses and organizations, this event will have something for the whole family.

Free

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