Bridge Challenge
Westmont Public Library 428 North Cass, Westmont, IL, United StatesWork together as a family to build a bridge using supplies provided. Then test it to see how much weight it can hold.
Free
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Preschool in the Park
Spring Lake Park (Aurora) 396 Springlake Lane, Aurora, United StatesJoin us on Thursdays at Spring Lake Park from 1-2 p.m. Kids get to enjoy a fun-filled hour of hands-on literacy, math, science and art activities. This is a free activity for kids ages 3-5Y, no registration required.
Free
Drop-in Robot Day
Wood Dale Public Library 520 N. Wood Dale Road, Wood Dale, IL, United StatesStop in any time between 3-4 pm to try out our robots! You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you want. Recommended age: 5-11 years
Free
Animal Quest
Batavia Public Library 10 S. Batavia Ave., Batavia, IL, United StatesMeet a variety of animals up close. Don’t miss this opportunity to see an engaging and informative show filled with a variety of animals you’ll get to see up close. You might even get to pet some!
Free
Fridays in the Field
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center 9800 Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs, IL, United StatesUniversity of Illinois Extension Certified Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities. Jul 5 & Jul 12 – Cicadas Jul 19 – Amphibians & Reptiles Jul 26 – Wildflowers Aug 2 – Bats Aug 9 – Squirrels Aug 16 – Deer Aug 23 – Beetles Aug 30 – Fossils
Free
LEGO Mania – FULL
Mount Prospect Public Library - South Branch 1711 W. Algonquin Road, Mount Prospect, IL, United StatesCreate a never before seen masterpiece using our large collection of LEGO bricks! For children entering grades K-5 with an adult. At the end of the program, we will display all LEGO creations at the library.
Free
Science Explorers
North Riverside Public Library 2400 Des Plaines Avenue, North Riverside, IL, United StatesHands– on experiments for the scientist in you! For rising 3rd graders to rising 5th graders.
Free
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