Boredom Busters
Palatine Public Library 700 N North Court, PalatineEnjoy dinosaur puzzles, games, and coloring pages on the activity tables in the Youth Area. Grades 1 and up. Drop in.
Free
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Domino Free Build
St. Charles Public Library 1 S. 6th Street, St. CharlesChallenge yourself to learn new building techniques and test our domino accessories. Stop by anytime during the program to build. Our room will be open to builders to explore our...
Free
Cardboard Adventure
Helen Plum Library 411 South Main Street, LombardDrop-in event for families with children of all ages. Drop in for an hour of free play stocked with loose parts like cardboard boxes, paper, tape, and more!
Free
Marble Roller Coasters
Westmont Public Library 428 North Cass, WestmontBuild a marble roller coaster as a family with the provided supplies. Make it tall, fast, or upside down—you decide!
Free
Fantastical Fall Forest
Chicago Children's Museum 700 E Grand Avenue, ChicagoYou're invited to gather in our ribbon forest! See, feel, touch, and hear all about what makes you and your community special. Leave with a sparkling surprise!
Included in general admission
Book Bingo
Batavia Public Library 10 S. Batavia Ave., BataviaBring the whole family for Bingo at the Library. We'll have Bingo prizes available for children and adults. Children 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Free
Cardboard Adventure
Helen Plum Library 411 South Main Street, LombardDrop-in event for families with children of all ages. Drop in for an hour of free play stocked with loose parts like cardboard boxes, paper, tape, and more!
Free
Puzzle Party
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, BarringtonJigsaw puzzle enthusiasts: bring your friends or make new ones as you put together one of our puzzles in this casual social event. Register.
Free
Boredom Busters
Arlington Heights Memorial Library 500 N. Dunton Avenue, Arlington HeightsUse the Kids' Tinker Cart to make the project of your dreams. Drop in for a variety of open ended activities. Caregiver required.
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