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On Saturday, February 24, drop by Willis Tower anytime between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. for Engineering Fest! Activities are geared toward youth ages 8-12, but the whole family is welcome to join. The theme for this yearโs festival is Building Tall, showcasing how engineers innovate solutions that provide communities with effective transportation networks, lead...
Explore a sprawling display of imaginative landscapes built of LEGOยฎ bricks featuring small trains running through LEGO city streets, between skyscrapers, and into dreamlike scenes populated by mythological creatures. Fun for kids and fascinating for adults, this miniature world is sure to inspire and delight. In partnership with the Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club, LEGO...
"Geek out" at the library with a day dedicated to your favorite fandoms! This family-friendly event will include games, activities, crafts, cosplay runway, virtual reality, a scavenger hunt, trivia, and more.
Calling all Jedi, Whovians, Avengers, Trekkies, heroes and villains of all ages - BALibrary Fandom Fest is back! Join us as we celebrate all things fandom with an artist alley, cosplayers galore, epic photo ops, cool crafts, and live music! Get a free airbrush tattoo and join in on our passport challenge. Come in cosplay...
Explore the Bensenville Railroad Museum from noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays and take in the history of trains in Bensenville on a real 1920s engine by taking part in a variety of activities. The facility is also available for field trips and private tours. Note: The museum will be closed on all park...
The next stop in Navy Pierโs Global Connections series is International Carnivale! The tradition of Carnivale is celebrated throughout the world in a wide variety of ways. Join us in the Aon Grand Ballroom on February 24th for an afternoon celebration featuring art-making activities, music, food, and dance from across the globe. There will be...
Families will have the opportunity to meet leadership staff, learn about the preschool curriculum and tour the outstanding facilities and amenities.
Explore a sprawling display of imaginative landscapes built of LEGOยฎ bricks featuring small trains running through LEGO city streets, between skyscrapers, and into dreamlike scenes populated by mythological creatures. Fun for kids and fascinating for adults, this miniature world is sure to inspire and delight. In partnership with the Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club, LEGO...
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