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Event Series Messy Time

Messy Time

Rolling Meadows Library 3110 Martin Lane, Rolling Meadows, IL, United States

Come have fun making a messy creation. Dress for a mess! Sessions run 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. OR 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Free
Event Series Family Night

Family Night

Wood Dale Public Library 520 N. Wood Dale Road, Wood Dale, IL, United States

June 20: Family STEAM Night - Drop in between 7-8 pm to explore and build with magnets as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. June 27: Minute to Win It Games - Drop in between 7-8 pm to try out some Minute to Win It...

Free

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 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

Summer Adventures for Kids – Traveling Through Time

Des Plaines History Center 781 Pearson Street, Des Plaines, IL, United States

Join the Des Plaines History Center this summer as we travel through time! Over the course of six weeks, we will explore different eras of human history starting with Ancient Egypt. Learn about castles, mummies, and more in these fun programs for kids ages 5-12! These family programs will be in-person on Wednesdays, starting at...

Free

It’s Juggle Time

Prospect Heights Public Library 12 N. Elm Street, Prospect Heights, IL, United States

Come and interact with Jason Kollum as he performs his eye-popping balancing, juggling acts, and a variety of other stunts.

Free
Event Series Pack the Park

Pack the Park

Various Locations IL, United States

Help us “Pack the Park” this summer. Enjoy 3 evenings of free activities, giveaways, and a free snack. Families are invited to meet Park District staff. Each night we will have one of our recreation programs showcased. Preschool Park Adventures will also be part of this event.

Free

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