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Explore the Bensenville Railroad Museum from noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays and take in the history of trains in Bensenville on a real 1920s engine by taking part in a variety of activities. The facility is also available for field trips and private tours. Note: The museum will be closed on all park...
Discover how sap becomes syrup as you try tapping with tools from the 1890s, check the collection buckets, watch sap thicken over the fire, and try a taste of real maple syrup. All ages. The program is free, but there’s a suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to enter the...
We love the Eric Carle classic story of the Very Hungry Caterpillar and will be celebrating the voracious insect at various parts throughout the month with story time and art room activities.
Every Tuesday Starting March 5 • 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM • Free Program • Pre-Registration Required • For Students (6-12) and their Parents/Caregivers • 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:...
For grades 1–6. Celebrate the newest Dog Man book, The Scarlet Shredder, with games, activities, and snacks.
Drop in any time between 6-8 pm to try building with Legos and other materials as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Recommended age: 5-11 yrs with an adult
This presentation looks at the history of solar eclipse observations, eclipse observational techniques, and addresses the science of eclipses. The presentation also discusses the April 2024 total solar eclipse whose path crosses Illinois. Presented by Jim Plaxco, President of the Chicago Society for Space Studies and serves as the National Space Society's Space Ambassador Program...
Explore a different STEM subject each month while developing science, math, and pre-writing skills with fun activities. Ages 3 – 7. Drop in. Explora un tema diferente de STEM cada mes mientras desarrollas tus habilidades en la ciencia, matemática y preescritura con divertidas actividades. Para edades de 3 a 7. Entrada libre.
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