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Spring Birding Experience

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

Stop by Keshav's Garden to learn about spring birding with hands-on fun with binoculars and other "tools of the trade" with members of the Darien Garden Club and DuPage Birding Club. Come for the fun; stay for the expert information on our local birds. Additional kids' activities will be available. In the event of inclement...

Free

Illinois Agriculture Farming Exhibit

Elmhurst Public Library 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst, IL, United States

Learn about farms, bees, and livestock with the DuPage County Farm Bureau's interactive exhibits in the Kids' Library.

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 Bark for Books

Bark for Books

Naper Boulevard Library 2035 S Naper Blvd, Naperville, IL, United States

Help children build confidence in reading by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog in a non-judgmental, supportive environment. This animal-assisted reading program is presented in partnership with PAWSitive Therapy Troupe. Grades K-5 No registration is required but limited to 12 child readers. Readers should pick up a ticket at the Children's Services Desk starting at 5 p.m. for...

Free

Homeschool Explorers: Art Show

Elmhurst Public Library 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst, IL, United States

Bring your favorite art pieces from this school year to display with other homeschoolers. Two-dimensional and multi-dimensional art is welcome. Share art ideas with other families and enjoy an afternoon of exhibits. Live in-person. Registration required.

Event Series Nature Story Trails

Nature Story Trails

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

Follow a short trail and read a childrenโ€™s nature story along the way. Then stop by the Museum to pick up an activity bag so you can start your own adventure at home.

Little Builders Club

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

Do you love building or just knocking things down? Drop into the library for Little Builders Club. Children can work on their fine motor skills while building with blocks and bricks of all sizes. For families with kids ages 7 and under with a caregiver.

Free

Meet Her: Katya Echazarreta

Griffin Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Our first Meet Her! event presents a trailblazer in space. Katya Echazarreta, the first Mexican-born woman to go to space, will be speaking at MSI! She's featured in "Mission Unstoppable" on CBS, hosted the YouTube series "Netflix IRL," and recently was honored with her own Barbie. She's also an accomplished electrical engineer who worked at...

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