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Dinosaur Dig

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

Calling all young paleontologists! Come learn about dinosaurs and fossils with us as we dig for our very own. Recommended age: 7-11 years

Free
Event Series Builders and Makers Week

Builders and Makers Week

Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak Park, IL, United States

During Builders and Makers Week, children will be able to build with different kinds of materials and tools including little wooden blocks for tots. Kids of all ages can explore, build, and tinker while developing fine and gross motor skills. Boat Building, Parachute Construction, Fort Building, 3 Little Pig House Making, a Maker Space and...

Included in general admission

Family Reading Night

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

Visit the library for Family Reading Night, an annual statewide event held the third Thursday in November to encourage families to spend quality time reading together and get cozy reading as a family in your own little fort. Books, a craft and snacks will be provided.

Free

Illinois Family Reading Night

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

Drop in to celebrate Illinois Family Reading Night at the Library! Feel free to join us in your PJs and enjoy hot cocoa, snacks, activities, and a special selection of great family read-alouds.

Free

Family Reading Night: Treasure Hunt

Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United States

Celebrate the State of Illinois’ Family Reading Night! Find your family’s treasure, read as a family, and take home a free book! Register one name per family.

Free
Event Series Builders and Makers Week

Builders and Makers Week

Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak Park, IL, United States

During Builders and Makers Week, children will be able to build with different kinds of materials and tools including little wooden blocks for tots. Kids of all ages can explore, build, and tinker while developing fine and gross motor skills. Boat Building, Parachute Construction, Fort Building, 3 Little Pig House Making, a Maker Space and...

Included in general admission

Connect and Play Library Playdate

Schaumburg Township District Library 130 South Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL, United States

Drop in for a Library playdate! Explore toys, games and more while interacting with other children and caregivers.

Free

Owl Prowl for Families

Hidden Oaks Nature Center (Bolingbrook) 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED BY Thursday, November 16. Celebrate National Hiking Day by bringing the family for a hike as evening turns into night in the forest. Bundle up and strap on your favorite hiking boots as we set out in search of our elusive owl friends. Discover just how many species reside in Will County...

Free

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