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Cultures of Our Community

Poplar Creek Public Library 1405 S. Park Avenue, Streamwood, IL, United States

The Village of Streamwood Community Relations Commission, in partnership with Poplar Creek Public Library, is hosting its annual diversity event to embrace and appreciate different cultures in our community. Come enjoy artistic performances and other cultural expressions that help build bridges of understanding and respect. No registration is needed; just drop in! Would you like...

Free

Dinovember Green Screen

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

Celebrate dinovember at the library by taking a picture with dinosaurs using green screen technology. Find us in the library lobby! We will have a wide variety of prehistoric backgrounds with lots of dinosaurs to choose from! We will be taking pictures in the library lobby. All ages are welcome.

Free

Animation Celebration

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

Are you an animation fan? Do you want to learn more about hand-drawn, computer based, 3-D animation? JOIN US for a day dedicated to celebrating the art of animation with 2 film screenings of the best, new animation from around the world! And stick around for ANIMATION STATIONS, included with your movie or Museum ticket!...

$12

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

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