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Solar Eclipse of the Art

Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Turn around with bright eyes and get ready to learn about the solar eclipse and make your own with chalk! (All ages, preschoolers with an adult)

Free

Self Defense for Youth

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

Are your children aware of the basics of self safety? Strictly Self Defense will present a one-hour, age appropriate course that covers topics like stranger danger, situational awareness, consent, grooming, basic striking and more! For children ages 7-11. Topics include stranger danger, situational awareness, consent, grooming, basic striking and more! Registration required. Please note: We...

Free
Event Series Open House Chicago

Open House Chicago

Chicago Architecture Center 111 E. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Every October, the Chicago Architecture Center is proud to host Open House Chicago—a free public festival that offers self-guided history and architecture trails throughout Chicago, talks and programming, and behind-the-scenes access to architecturally, historically and culturally significant sites across the city. Open House Chicago remains one of the largest events of its kind in the...

Oaktober

Indian Prairie Public Library 401 Plainfield Road, Darien, IL, United States

Drop in for this celebration of the mighty oak. Learn to recognize an oak tree, find out why they and other native trees are so important, and leave with an acorn or oak sapling of your own to help restore the ecosystem. You will also enjoy family-friendly games and crafts. This event is co-sponsored by...

Free

Dental Health Storytime

Glen Ellyn Public Library 400 Duane Street, Glen Ellyn

During National Dental Hygiene month, listen as staff from Glen Ellyn Pediatric Dentistry read Sugar Bugs by Dr. Sam Weisz and Erica Weisz and learn about dental health and how to maintain a healthy smile. Twenty name tags (children only) will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start...

Free

Chinese Culture Day

Field Museum 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Enjoy an opportunity to improve your understanding of China and Chinese culture Three dancers in traditional Chinese folk attire perform on a stage in front of a red banner reading “Chinese Culture Day.” In partnership with the Chinese Consulate, the Field Museum is hosting the Fall 2023 edition of its semiannual Chinese Culture Day event....

Included in general admission
Event Series Drop-In Acorn Express Adventures

Acorn Express Adventures

The Morton Arboretum 4100 Illinois 53, Lisle, IL, United States

We’ll seek out fun destinations to hike, make a craft, and explore new topics each week. The program is 45 minutes long and is recommended for families with children 2 years old and older. In case of inclement weather, call ahead (630-968-0074) to find out if the trams are running that day. Space is limited....

$6 – $8

Sounds and Stories with Gustavo the Shy Ghost

Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Inspired by the book, "Gustavo the Shy Ghost" by Flavia Z. Drago, kids will create spooky sounds like Gustavo using a synthesizer and theremin during this Spanish bilingual STEM program. (Grades K–5) Sonidos y Cuentos con Gustavo el Fantasma Tímido Miércoles, 18 de Octubre, 4:30 p.m. Inspirado por el libro Gustavo, el Fantasma Tímido de...

Free

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