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The First Shot at Gettysburg: History, Reenacting, and Award Presentation

Adams Park (Wheaton) 303 W Wesley Street, Wheaton, IL, United States

Celebrate the 300th Anniversary of the Illinois National Guard Attend demonstrations in Adams Park, presentations at the Museum and explore tables with relics and artifacts. Wheaton resident Capt. Marcellus Jones fired the first shot at Gettysburg 160 years ago, learn more about his fascinating story and honor local historians. The event is hosted by the...

Free
Event Series Mission Math Drop-In

Mission Math Drop-In

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

For grades 1โ€“6. Need some help completing your Mission Math packets or want to get your answers checked and explained by a math pro? Stop by the VolunTeen table on the second floor. Mission Math packets can be taken and turned in any time during the Summer Reading Program; this program is for drop-in, one-on-one...

Free
Event Series Science Explorers

Science Explorers

North Riverside Public Library 2400 Des Plaines Avenue, North Riverside, IL, United States

All that pops, fizzes, and splats! Dress for a mess! All ages; children 8 and under with an adult.

Free
Event Series Ready, Set, Kindergarten!

Ready, Set, Kindergarten!

Helen Plum Library 411 South Main Street, Lombard, IL, United States

Drop-in activity stations recommended for children entering kindergarten in the fall, with a participating adult Starting kindergarten is such an important and fun milestone in your family. Each session will feature activity stations based on important school skills to encourage the whole family to get ready for kindergarten!

Free
Event Series Family Night

Family Night

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

Themes change weekly.  June 8: Giant Bubble Show June 15: Tie Dye June 22: Animal BINGO June 29: Mad Science July 6: Trolls World Tour Movie July 13: Outdoor Art Party July 20: Garden Games

Free
Event Series LEGO Build

LEGO Build

Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, United States

What can you make with our Legos, a theme, and your imagination?

Free

StoryWalk: Would You Come Too?

Diane Main Park 200 W 59th St, Westmont, IL, United States

Enjoy Would You Come Too by Liz Garton Scanlon with the whole family while you stroll through Diane Main Park. Simply follow the path around the lake, reading signs placed along the trail, to take in the full story. In partnership with Westmont Park District.

Free
Event Series LEGO Club

LEGO Club

Park Ridge Public Library 20 S Prospect Avenue, Park Ridge, IL, United States

Join your friends at the Library for some free-form building fun! We'll provide the LEGOs, you'll show off your skills.

Free
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