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Spark’s Snow Day

Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, United States

Join Spark, the firefly, as she learns all about snow, hibernation and exciting winter activities like sledding and ice skating. Spark's Snow Day includes puppets, music, movement and lots of winter fun for families! Geared towards preschoolers but the whole family is welcome.

Free
Event Series Winter Wonderland

Winter Wonderland

Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Enjoy the beauty of winter outside with Garfield Park Conservatory’s Nature Educators! During the winter months, we will be outside in the Play & Grow Garden to experience a lot of fun outside, even when it’s cold. More dates later this Winter! Activities will include: Fort Building Fairy Furniture Whammy Doodles Smores And More! outdoor...

Free

Family Day: Love Is Love

Museum of Contemporary Art 220 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

This month, artist Regina Agu, one of Newcity Art Magazine‘s 50 Chicago Artists of 2023, leads an arts activity for families. In addition, KIDO Chicago is back with a full family takeover across the museum featuring music, art-making, and storytelling. Designed and led by Chicago artists, Family Day is a monthly program that allows families...

Free

Celebrate the New Lunar Year

Aurora Public Library - West Branch 233 S Constitution Drive, Aurora, IL, United States

Learn all about the new lunar year and make a craft. Ages 6-11.

Free

Mini Movers Dance Workshops

Field Museum 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Families with 2-6 year olds can join us in the Crown Family PlayLab for an exciting dance workshops. Experience music, movement, and games in a fun and welcoming setting. Together, young participants and their parents or guardians explore activities that bring together learning and play. Please Note: This is a drop-in program that is free...

Included in general admission

The Bad Guys Escape Room – FULL

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

Follow a series of clues and solve a variety of puzzles in our Bad Guys-themed escape room.

Free
Event Series Adaptive Play Time

Adaptive Play Time

DuPage Children's Museum 301 N. Washington St., Naperville, IL, United States

Limited attendance (pre-registration is required) View a Social Story to prepare for your visit Sensory Kits (noise reduction headphones, fidget objects, weighted neck wraps, timers, and more!) Noise and light reduction Visual cues in exhibits Respite Room for sensory breaks Dedicated DCM staff and volunteers to provide a supportive environment Exhibits feature hands-on ways to play, explore,...

Event Series Homeschool Hangout

Homeschool Hangout

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

Join other homeschooling families each month for homeschool hangouts at the library! Explore different topics each month and connect with other homeschool families in the area.

Free

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