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4th of July at the FAC

Heritage Park Family Aquatic Center 105 Community Boulevard, Wheeling, IL, United States

Spend your 4th of July with us at the Family Aquatic Center! Food specials and giveaways will be offered.

Included in general admission
Event Series Play at Farm-in-the-Zoo

Play at Farm-in-the-Zoo

Lincoln Park Zoo 2001 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL, United States

From sorting pinecones to digging in smooth seeds, children ages 1–5 will explore the sights, smells, and textures that nature has to offer during this free, open-ended experience. Take in a tall tale during story time, get messy at the process art station, sift and scoop at the sensory bin, or make music.

Free
Event Series Ready, Set, Kindergarten!

Ready, Set, Kindergarten!

Helen Plum Library 411 South Main Street, Lombard, IL, United States

Drop-in activity stations recommended for children entering kindergarten in the fall, with a participating adult Starting kindergarten is such an important and fun milestone in your family. Each session will feature activity stations based on important school skills to encourage the whole family to get ready for kindergarten!

Free

Game On: Just Dance 2023

Helen Plum Library 411 South Main Street, Lombard, IL, United States

Join us in The Hive for a video game extravaganza! Who will be the big winners? New and veteran gamers are welcome to attend.

Free
Event Series Discovery Hour

Discovery Hour

Park Ridge Public Library 20 S Prospect Avenue, Park Ridge, IL, United States

Drop into the Children's Department and see what you and your little one will discover! From science and technology to building and crafting, you never know what you and your little one will discover at this open-ended, hands-on, drop-in program!

Free

Poolside Chalk Talk

The Oasis Water Park 170 S Circle Avenue, Bloomingdale, IL, United States

Children of all ages may create a drawing of their own on the pool deck. All children who participate receive a Freeze-Pop!

Included in general admission
Event Series Move and Groove

Move and Groove

Various Locations IL, United States

All ages. Join us at parks around Des Plaines (weather permitting) for a groovy interactive storytime. When we're done, there will be a chalk obstacle course to enjoy as long as it lasts! June 1. - Des Plaines Manor Park, 500 LaSalle St. June 15 - Eaton Field, 2975 Craig Dr. July 6 - Kylemore...

Free

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