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Exploring the Wonders of the Eclipse

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

What is a solar eclipse? Why is the 2024 eclipse so special? Find out the answers to these and other questions when you create your own eclipse model! Ages 7-11 ** ** A limited number of tickets will be available beginning 30 minutes before the program. Tickets will be at the Children's Reference Desk.

Free

Self-Defense: Confidence and Safety

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

Trauma-informed, self-defense instructor Lindsey Daehnke from Strictly Self-Defense will teach participants basic physical self-defense skills and techniques. All experience levels are welcome. Self-defense program is designed to be accessible to individuals of all backgrounds and fitness levels, so no matter your experience, we invite you to join us and learn how to defend yourself with...

Free
Event Series Homeschool Hangout

Homeschool Hangout

Wheaton Public Library 225 N Cross Street, Wheaton, IL, United States

Get to know some other homeschool families in the area while playing games, trying out hands-on activities, and more!

Free
Event Series Coding Club

Coding Club

Prospect Heights Public Library 12 N. Elm Street, Prospect Heights, IL, United States

Join our code master and think like a computer while programming with cool games and activities! Perfect for beginner coders. Register for one session only.

Free

Space BINGO

Woodridge Public Library 3 Plaza Dr, Woodridge, IL, United States

Join us for fun that is out of this world with this space-themed bingo! Note: There are 2 sessions of this program, please only sign up for one time slot.

Free

First Friday: Turn It Up

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

Enjoy the live 'Elvis & Cash Show', explore an instrument petting zoo, and more! ¡Disfruta del 'Elvis & Cash Show' en vivo, explora un zoológico de instrumentos, y más! Ever wondered what a concert would have been like that featured both Elvis and Johnny Cash?! The Elvis & Cash show is fondly called the "What...

Free

Hanover Park Bike Ride Illinois

Hanover Park Park District Community Center 1919 Walnut Avenue, Hanover Park, IL, United States

This course is designed to develop awareness, technique, and safety skills in children and adults while on a bike. Participants will learn about choosing a bicycle, parts of a bike, essential equipment, and how to safely and comfortably ride a bike in various traffic conditions. Parking lot and on-the-bike activities will include a bike safety...

Free

Week of the Young Child Kick-Off

Schaumburg Township District Library 130 South Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL, United States

Help us kick off a fun-filled week of celebrating young children and their families. Drop in to explore a variety of hands-on activities for little learners, including some sponsored by local preschools and child care organizations. The Week of the Young Child® is an annual celebration sponsored by the National Association for the Education of...

Free

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