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Minecraft Engineers

Mount Prospect Public Library 10 S. Emerson, Mount Prospect, IL, United States

Get your pickaxe ready! Build unique structures that solve various design challenges. Then share your digital handiwork with new friends. Best for children ages 8-11. Both new and experienced Minecraft players are welcome. We will play Minecraft on library computers using library Minecraft accounts. To make a safe space for everyone, children will not be...

Free

Period Party

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

Learn about menstruation in a safe environment with Certified Nurse-Midwife Rebekah Ellinger, explore informative stations, and make a craft! For ages 8-18, all genders welcome!

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Illinois Resident Donation Day

The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum 2430 N. Cannon Dr., Chicago, IL, United States

We are pleased to offer weekly Donation Days—every Thursday the museum is open—for Illinois residents. Illinois residents can enjoy free admission during these Donation Days, or support us with a $10 suggested household donation at the time of admission. Illinois residents can reserve their Donation Day tickets online or in person.   For information on...

Donations appreciated

Family Book Tasting

St. Charles Public Library 1 S. 6th Street, St. Charles, IL, United States

Stop by for a snack and a quick “taste” of the featured book as our Librarian reads aloud the first few chapters. If you like it, make sure to check out a copy to continue the reading fun at home!

Free

Step Into a Story: Wonder Walkers Pop-Up StoryWalk®

Lake Foxcroft Park Roosevelt Road & North Lambert Road, Glen Ellyn, IL, United States

The Glen Ellyn Park District is excited to announce a special pop-up StoryWalk® event at Lake Foxcroft Park from Friday, September 6, through Sunday, September 8. This free, family-friendly activity features the beautifully illustrated book Wonder Walkers by Micha Archer. Wonder Walkers invites readers to explore the wonders of the natural world through the eyes...

Free

Candy DNA Discoveries

Mount Prospect Public Library - South Branch 1711 W. Algonquin Road, Mount Prospect, IL, United States

Your DNA is the building blocks of life! Join us for a fun STEAM program. Best for families with children ages 8-11. We'll investigate these complex strands via a sweet, candy-coded science lesson. Please note that this activity includes the use of toothpicks and adult supervision is highly encouraged. The candy used during the activity...

Free

Step Into a Story: Wonder Walkers Pop-Up StoryWalk®

Lake Foxcroft Park Roosevelt Road & North Lambert Road, Glen Ellyn, IL, United States

The Glen Ellyn Park District is excited to announce a special pop-up StoryWalk® event at Lake Foxcroft Park from Friday, September 6, through Sunday, September 8. This free, family-friendly activity features the beautifully illustrated book Wonder Walkers by Micha Archer. Wonder Walkers invites readers to explore the wonders of the natural world through the eyes...

Free
Event Series Legotastic Saturday

Legotastic Saturday

Brookfield Public Library 3609 Grand Boulevard, Brookfield, IL, United States

Build as far as your imagination will take you in this fun drop-in event the whole family will enjoy. Walk-ins and new friends welcome!

Free

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