Creepy Critters Month
Knoch Knolls Nature Center 320 Knoch Knolls Road, NapervilleCelebrate all things creepy during the month of October Drop in anytime during our open hours: Saturday 9 am - 3 pm Monday-Friday, 9 am - 1 pm & 1:30...
Free
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Events Calendar
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World of Genomics: Discover Everyday DNA
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, ChicagoJoin us for this interactive, hands-on science experience featuring multiple stations focused on specific aspects of science, with volunteers from the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology at the...
Included in general admission
Ben’s Bubble Show
Batavia Public Library 10 S. Batavia Ave., BataviaTickets available beginning October 7 Ben’s Bubble Show is a blend of art, science and a touch of magic. You’ll be entertained and inspired to create some amazing bubbles of...
Free
STEPS: The Interactive, Anti-Bullying Extravaganza
Indian Prairie Public Library 401 Plainfield Road, DarienJoin us in empowering the next generation with STEPS, an interactive anti-bullying experience for kids that uses improv, theater and dance to foster collaboration, friendship, and fun.
Free
Magical Meet n’ Greet with Hermione Granger
Lemont Public Library 50 E Wend St, LemontAttend charms class, then meet the cleverest witch of her age as you pose for your perfect portrait and have it autographed by Hermione herself! Sponsored by the Friends of...
Free
American Girl Costume Party
Woodridge Public Library 3 Plaza Dr, WoodridgeCome decked out in your Halloween costume and bring your doll along with you in costume. No costume; no worries, come anyway and have a great time playing with your...
Free
Drop-In Robot Day
Wood Dale Public Library 520 N. Wood Dale Road, Wood DaleDash robots, spheros and drawing robots, oh my! Stop in any time between 1-3 pm to try out these cool robots. You are welcome to stay as long or as...
Free
Kids Movie Matinee: The Muppet Movie
Clarendon Hills Public Library 7 N. Prospect, Clarendon Hills45 years ago, The Muppet Movie was released! Come watch the very first Muppet movie with us on your day off! Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult....
Free
Explore and Discover Together: Día de Muertos/Explora y Descubre Juntos: Día de Muertos
Mount Prospect Public Library 10 S. Emerson, Mount ProspectCelebrate Día de Muertos and build your own shoebox-size ofrenda, an altar made to honor the life of a passed loved one. Best for families with children ages 6 and...
Free
Intergenerational Yahtzee
Lemont Public Library 50 E Wend St, LemontSign your child up to play a few rounds of the dice game Yahtzee with a senior buddy during this intergenerational program.
Free
Bidi Bidi Bom Bom
Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, BolingbrookUno, dos, très! Come Bidi Bidi Bom Bom the night away with us as we celebrate the one and only Selena! There will be crafts, music and dancing! (Babies–5 with...
Free
Instrument Pet and Play
Lemont Public Library 50 E Wend St, LemontWhy just pet the instrument when you can learn to play it too? Rock on by the library to test out some instruments and spend some time with an instructor...
Free
Explore and Discover Together: Día de Muertos/Explora y Descubre Juntos: Día de Muertos
Mount Prospect Public Library 10 S. Emerson, Mount ProspectCelebrate Día de Muertos and build your own shoebox-size ofrenda, an altar made to honor the life of a passed loved one. Best for families with children ages 6 and...
Free
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