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Through the art of magic, Cody Clark shares his experiences with autism showing the audience that we are all the same with simply a different way of thinking. Go on a magical railway adventure with humor, magic and railway history and science. Recommended for kids ages 3-8 and their families.
This in-person program will be held in Meeting Room A. For families. Get a glimpse into the South American Andean life and culture through a beautiful mixture of music, storytelling, and photographs. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Mount Prospect Public Library. If space allows, walk-in attendees may be welcome.
On October 14, an annular solar eclipse will cross North, Central, and South America. This eclipse will be visible for millions of people in the Western Hemisphere, with an estimated 50% coverage visible in Glen Ellyn. Participate in activities and crafts to learn the science behind the eclipse while enjoying some snacks, then head outside...
Police: Meet the Officers, CSI, Live Demonstrations, Police Station Tours, Bounce House, DJ & Food. Fire: Live Demonstrations, Fire Safety Trailer, Fire Extinguisher Demo and Testing, Home Escape Plan Tips, "Fight that fire" game for kids, Meet the Firefighters, Fire Station Tours. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of...
Visit us at our annual Open House as we showcase our capabilities to the community. See special team demonstrations, vehicle extrication, sprinkler demonstrations and more. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fire Prevention Week.
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)
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...
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...
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