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Cardboard Challenge

St. Charles Public Library 1 S. 6th Street, St. Charles, IL, United States

We'll provide the cardboard; you provide the imagination! Cardboard, markers and other supplies will be provided.

Free
Event Series Summer Music Series

Summer Music Series

Downtown Wheaton South Main Street & West Liberty Drive, Wheaton, IL, United States

Live music is the best part of summer – enjoy 40 live music events coming summer 2023! The Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series brings the sounds of summer to the heart of Wheaton from May through September. Rotating between outdoor dining destinations, this series gives diners the opportunity to enjoy live music while trying all...

Free

Sensory Sunday

Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 S Walnut Ln, Channahon, IL, United States

Experience the exhibits and trails of Four Rivers on your own terms! This independent program is for guests with sensory-processing needs, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder and those who would benefit from a small-group experience. Buddy bags with sensory gadgets and a limited supply of noise-canceling headphones will be available for visitor use. Seven handheld...

Free

Unplugged Fest

Paulus Park 200 S Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL, United States

Ditch your devices and bring the whole family to see what the Lake Zurich area has to offer! Join us for a fun day of FREE activities and connect with our community. Local businesses and other organizations will provide "unplugged" activities for people of all ages to enjoy. This event was created to inspire people...

Free
Event Series Tot Stay and Play

Tot Stay and Play

Schiller Park Public Library 4200 Old River Road, Schiller Park, IL, United States

Babies, toddlers, and caregivers will enjoy short stories, songs, and free play after each session.

Free

Summer Pop-up Party: Ice Cream Social

Mending Wall Park 8406 Mending Wall Drive, Woodridge, IL

We are hosting 5 FREE themed pop-up parties in our parks this summer! Giveaways and supplies are limited and available while supplies last so get to the park early! The August 7th event will include an ice cream giveaway.

Free
Event Series Second Tuesday Free Day

Second Tuesday Free Day

Aurora Regional Fire Museum 53 N Broadway, Aurora, IL, United States

Join us for free museum admission and safety related activities from our community partners. Free Admission sponsored by Invest Aurora.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Free
Event Series Kidlist Park Playdate Series

Kidlist Park Playdate Series

Various Locations IL, United States

The Park Playdate Series is back for the third year! Join us at some of our favorite parks over the summer to enjoy free entertainment, snacks, and connecting with other families in the community. Thursday, July 20 from 10-11:30am: Gordon Park in La Grange Get your face painted by one of the two facepainters that...

Free

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