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Event Series Train Museum Open House

Train Museum Open House

Veterans Park (Bensenville) Main Street & Church Road, Bensenville, IL, United States

Come to Veteranโ€™s Park and explore the Bensenville Train Museum! The train will be open one Saturday per month with drop-in hours from noon to 4 p.m. Explore the history of trains in Bensenville on a real 1920s engine! Complete a different craft or activity each day. Try them all!

Free

National Reptile Awareness Day

Trailside Museum of Natural History 738 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL, United States

Learn about local reptiles and meet some scaly Animal Ambassadors.

Free

Maker Day

Wheaton Public Library 225 N Cross Street, Wheaton, IL, United States

Maker Day promotes STEAM learning for everyone! Watch demonstrations, try hands-on activities, and make projects to take home. For more information visit wheatonlibrary.org/maker-day.

Free

Adventure Awaits: A Magical Storybook Walk

Harvester Park 15 W 400 Harvester Drive, Burr Ridge, IL, United States

The girl scouts will be guiding participants through the story "JJ's TOAD-ALLY Great Adventure" with lights, props, and interactive activities at every page. Snack and light refreshments included along with special surprises you won't want to miss.

Free

Fermilab Outdoor Family Fair

FermiLab Kirk Rd & Pine St, Batavia, IL, United States

We are excited to share that we will be having a fair for the public again! When and where: The outdoor fair is open to members of the general public during two time slots: 1:00-2:30 PM and 2:30-4:00 PM on Oct. 22 in Fermilab's outdoor spaces. Registration is required. Details: This fun-filled Fermilab event will feature the following:...

Free
Event Series Fun with STEM: Learn and Create

Fun with STEM: Learn and Create

Glen Ellyn Public Library 400 Duane Street, Glen Ellyn

Members of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) present monthly science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) topics. For grades 2-5. September 19: Diffraction of Light Discuss what light is and how diffraction gradients separate light into its components. Make kaleidoscopes using diffraction gradients and toilet paper rolls. October 24: Secret Messages Learn about the...

Free

Diary of a Wimpy Kid No Brainer Release Party

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

For grades 1โ€“6. Celebrate the newest Diary of a Wimpy Kid book, No Brainer, with games, activities, and snacks.

Free
Event Series Drop-In Acorn Express Adventures

Acorn Express Adventures

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

Weโ€™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 โ€“ $8

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