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Beach Playtime

Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook

Your little one will dig into kinetic sand and ocean sensory slime at this fun, summer-themed story and play time, where we bring the beach to you! (Grades Preschool–2)

Free
Event Series Kids Klub

Kids Klub

York Center Park District 1609 South Luther Avenue, Lombard

Join us this summer for some lunchtime entertainment. These interactive children's shows are a great free way to spend a summer afternoon. A variety of well-known acts will perform. Bring...

Free
Event Series Art at the Park

Art at the Park

Various Locations IL

Meet us at various local parks in Elk Grove Village for fun outdoor inspired art projects. June 12: Bubble Art @ Fountain Square June 19: Rock Painting @ Appleseed June...

Free
Event Series Wacky Wednesday

Wacky Wednesday

East End Pool 463 Schiller Avenue, Elmhurst

June 26 - Enjoy a crafty day at Smalley Pool with Wacky Wednesday Holidays Crafts, 1-4 pm! Explore your creativity while you create crafts from all different holidays. Regular daily...

Included in general admission
Event Series Summer Drop-In Days

Summer Drop-In Days

Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton

Summer Drop-In Days, every Wednesday and Saturday, offer activities that explore history and culture in creative ways! Sessions may have a military theme or French spin — for example, apply...

Included in general admission

The Puppeteers’ Puppet Show

Arlington Heights Memorial Library 500 N. Dunton Avenue, Arlington Heights

Our teen Summer Volunteer Squad presents a puppet show full of animal friends, stories and laughs. For ages 3 and up with caregiver.

Free

Fairytale Tea Party

North Riverside Public Library 2400 Des Plaines Avenue, North Riverside

Enjoy a fairytale story time and have some fun crafting your own crowns! Refreshments served. Dress up encouraged! Grades 2 and under with an adult.

Free

Chicago Shakespeare Theater presents Storytime with Corduroy

Chicago Children's Museum 700 E Grand Avenue, Chicago

Straight from their performance at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, join the beloved teddy bear Corduroy and friends as they share their favorite stories about friendship and belonging. Maybe you'd like to...

Included in general admission
Event Series Reading Buddies

Reading Buddies

Palatine Public Library 700 N North Court, Palatine

This program supports struggling readers by letting them practice reading a short book to a dog. While kids wait their turn, they can play some fun reading games. Grades 1...

Free
Event Series Safety City Open Road

Safety City Open Road

Toohey Park Building 1900 Orchard Rd, Wheaton

Safety City is open to the public and supervised by qualified staff. No drop-off permitted. Children with tricycles and helmets ca ride safely free of charge with a parent or...

Free
Event Series Unplug at the Park

Unplug at the Park

Various Locations IL

It’s time to free yourself and your family from all electronic devices! This summer, unplug with the Wheeling Park District at your neighborhood parks. These community events are all about...

Free

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