Week of Events
Animal Track Hunt
Animal Track Hunt
Whose tracks are in the mud? Join us for the hunt and learn about tracks along the trails.
Solar Eclipse Party
Solar Eclipse Party
We're partnering with Harper College to watch the solar eclipse. Bring a picnic and head to Harper College to look through telescopes, enjoy crafts and storytimes and ask all of your eclipse-related questions! This event is located in the Harper Quad at 1200 W. Algonquine Rd., Palatine, IL. There is parking available in Lots 3-6...
Solar Eclipse Viewing Party
Solar Eclipse Viewing Party
A solar eclipse is coming! Drop-in to the main floor to grab free eclipse glasses (while supplies last) and complete a craft. We will livestream the eclipse and go outside to the west plaza to see the big event!
Solar Eclipse Viewing Event
Solar Eclipse Viewing Event
Join us on Monday, April 8th for the actual viewing of the Solar Eclipse. Patrons gather at Meeting Rm. 1 then walk across to the viewing site at Rahlfs Woods, to watch the live event. The library supplies the solar glasses for the event. Registration preferred but drop-ins are welcome.
Partial Solar Eclipse
Solar Eclipse Viewing Party
Solar Eclipse Viewing Party
Join us for a party with solar viewing glasses, activities, crafts, and, in case of clouds, a live stream of the eclipse. The maximum eclipse will take place at 2:07 p.m. All ages. Free. No registration. Questions? Call 630-933-7248.
Solar Eclipse Viewing Party
Solar Eclipse Viewing Party
Gather in North School Park (N. Evergreen Ave. & E. Eastman St.) to complete activities, learn about the solar eclipse including how to view the eclipse safely and take a photo at our photo station. In case of inclement weather, watch a live feed of the eclipse and do activities in the Hendrickson Room in...
Watch the Total Eclipse
Watch the Total Eclipse
Come watch as the moon covers the sun, and it becomes nighttime in the middle of the afternoon! Will include solar-protection glasses and a fun kit of activities and learning!
Eclipse Viewing Party
Eclipse Viewing Party
Join us for a party in Wilder Park as we watch the solar eclipse. Observe the sky as the sun is slowly blocked from view, learn about what eclipses are and why they happen, and take advantage of fun activities, games, and snacks. Eclipse glasses will be provided to attendees. Presented with the Elmhurst Park...
Solar Eclipse Watch Party
Solar Eclipse Watch Party
Experience this exciting celestial event together with activities for the whole family. If the weather is great to view the eclipse, we will meet at Pocket Park and have eclipse glasses available to use, while supplies last. In the case of cloudy or otherwise inclement weather, we will meet at the library in the Youth...
Spectacular Partial Solar Eclipse
Spectacular Partial Solar Eclipse
Watch this rare natural phenomenon here! Telescopes ready for viewing.
Solar Eclipse Viewing
Solar Eclipse Viewing
The Great North American Eclipse is coming on Monday, April 8 and North School Park is the best spot in town for viewing! Join the Arlington Heights Memorial Library and Arlington Heights Park District between 1:00-3:30PM and pick up a free pair of Nasa-approved eclipse glasses or make a pinhole projector to safely watch the...
Solar-bration
Solar-bration
Stand in the shadow of the moon! Be one of the millions of people across America to view the last total solar eclipse visible from North America until 2044! Join us in the open, grassy area of Whalon Lake as we view this incredible solar event. Bring your own chairs or blankets to find your...
Solar Eclipse Viewing
Solar Eclipse Viewing
Learn about a partial solar eclipse and view the eclipse through a special solar telescope and eclipse glasses (weather permitting).
Free Admission Day for Illinois Residents
Free Admission Day for Illinois Residents
ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR NON-MEMBERS. The Chicago Botanic Garden offers a number of Free Admission Days for Illinois residents each year. Preregistration for nonmembers is required and will extend until the Garden is at capacity; parking fees apply. Visitors can preregister up to two months in advance for free admission days. For information...
Free Parking Wednesday
Free Parking Wednesday
New for 2024, enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October. Advance online registration is required. The normal $5 parking fee applies for guests not registered. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Open Nature Play Day
Open Nature Play Day
Bring your little one for open nature play time. Enjoy the Dan Ryan Woods Nature Play space while helping your children connect with nature.
Wee Wonders
Wee Wonders
Learn about nature through music, movement, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult. Mar 13: Gold Hunt Apr 10: Butterflies May 8: Nature in Bloom
Free Admission Day for Illinois Residents
Free Admission Day for Illinois Residents
ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR NON-MEMBERS. The Chicago Botanic Garden offers a number of Free Admission Days for Illinois residents each year. Preregistration for nonmembers is required and will extend until the Garden is at capacity; parking fees apply. Visitors can preregister up to two months in advance for free admission days. For information...
Free Admission Day for Illinois Residents
Free Admission Day for Illinois Residents
ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR NON-MEMBERS. The Chicago Botanic Garden offers a number of Free Admission Days for Illinois residents each year. Preregistration for nonmembers is required and will extend until the Garden is at capacity; parking fees apply. Visitors can preregister up to two months in advance for free admission days. For information...
Touch a Tractor
Touch a Tractor
An OUTDOOR farm-city & community open house & fundraiser that brings farm to the city. The KCFB FOUNDATION welcomes urban & suburban neighbors to see antique tractors and modern farming equipment, enjoy hands-on activities, see farm animals & more.
Mt. Melas Adventure Run
Mt. Melas Adventure Run
Test Your Limits and Conquer Your Obstacles—1.5 Mile Run Featuring hill elevation and both grass/concrete terrain. Run, Climb, Jump, Push, Pull and Crawl Your Way to the Finish Line. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of 5K Races and Kids’ Fun Runs.
Fishing Derby
Fishing Derby
Join the Village of Palos Park and the Forest Preserves for a family-fun day of fishing. Prizes awarded. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fishing Derbies
Community Clean Up the Parks Day
Community Clean Up the Parks Day
Gather your friends, group or neighbors for a clean-up party in the parks! Participants will assist the Park District by picking up trash & debris, raking and bagging leaves and assisting with the raking & leveling of our playground surface. The Park District provides bags and gloves and all participants receive a t-shirt and group...
Veggie Fest, Plant/Seed Swap and Tribe Garage Sale
Veggie Fest, Plant/Seed Swap and Tribe Garage Sale
This FREE indoor/outdoor event is hosted on the beautiful property of the Temple of Harmony Monastery in Joliet, IL. This year’s event has so many offerings, that everyone in the family will find something they truly enjoy experiencing.
Touch a Tractor
Touch a Tractor
An OUTDOOR farm-city & community open house & fundraiser that brings farm to the city. The KCFB FOUNDATION welcomes urban & suburban neighbors to see antique tractors and modern farming equipment, enjoy hands-on activities, see farm animals & more.
Evening Frog Walk
Evening Frog Walk
Hop along as we search for toads, frogs and their tadpoles near the water. During this event, we’ll also make a craft and learn the difference between frogs, toads and other amphibians. Waterproof rain-boots and flashlights are encouraged, please arrive prepared for the weather. Registration required.
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