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Hare Today, Tortoise Tomorrow

La Grange Public Library 10 W. Cossitt Avenue, La Grange, IL, United States

Join Tortoise as he makes new friends and takes on new challenges attending Animal High. Tortoise must find courage and determination when he competes against the confident and boastful Hare. It is a fun-filled adventure that will have audiences cheering for Tortoise as he discovers friendships and the value of hard work. Bring your imagination...

Free

Puzzlepalooza: Jigsaw Puzzle Competition

Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, Geneva, IL, United States

Hey jigsaw puzzle fans, does your team have what it takes to put together a 500-piece puzzle in 2 hours or less?! Team registration required. Calling all jigsaw puzzle enthusiasts! Do you have a team of four who are ready to compete? Sign up your team for the Jigsaw Puzzle Competition! To register your team:...

Free

Lightning Bug Glow Party – FULL

Red Oak Nature Center 2343 S River St., Batavia, IL, United States

Lightning Bugs or fireflies? This fantastic evening will start with a pizza dinner followed by some games and activities before heading outside to the campfire to try and catch some lightning bugs! All children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Fee includes dinner, activities, and giveaways!

$10 โ€“ $15

Special Summer Fun Days

Sunset Pool (Geneva) 710 Western Avenue, Geneva

Wednesday, June 21 - National Selfie Day - Take a selfie and Tag @Genevaparkdistrict on Instagram or Facebook and get a free soft-served ice cream when you show it to concessions staff. Sunday, July 16 l 5:00-7:00pm - National Ice Cream Day - Free soft served ice cream, while supplies last Tuesday, July 25 l...

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

Glow Fest

Mount Prospect Public Library 10 S. Emerson, Mount Prospect, IL, United States

Ignite your curiosity and wonder for bioluminescence with interactive glow-in-the-dark activities! You'll explore spectacular creatures that light up the night, then experiment with things that glow.  Please register to attend either the 11 a.m. or 2:30 session. Please register each adult and child attendee.

Free

Undersea Party

Brookfield Public Library 3609 Grand Boulevard, Brookfield, IL, United States

Calling all mermaids, pirates, and wave riders! Come play under the sea with us. We'll enjoy a special storytime, crafts, and ocean-themed treats! Dress-up encouraged. All ages with caregiver.

Free

Cat Cafรฉ with West Surburban Humane Society

Indian Prairie Public Library 401 Plainfield Road, Darien, IL, United States

Meet adoptable cats that need a home. Join volunteers from the West Suburban Humane Society as they spotlight their favorite cats and you have an opportunity to visit with the cats and learn more about them. Registered attendees are allowed on a first-come-first-served basis, with a limited number of attendees at a time in order...

Free

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