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Author Talk: Jasmine Warga

Nichols Library 200 W. Jefferson Ave, Naperville, IL, United States

Jasmine Warga author of the Newberry Honor Award winner, Other Words for Home, and the author of A Rover's Story, a D203 Battle of the Books title, will be speaking about the inspiration for her stories, answering questions and signing books. This program is brought to you in partnership with Anderson's Books and D203.

Free

Arbor Day Celebration

Rand Berkley Park 2501 N Chestnut Avenue, Arlington Heights, United States

The first Arbor Day took place on April 10, 1872 it was the brainchild of Julius Sterling Morton, a Nebraska journalist and politician. Throughout his long and productive career, Morton worked to improve agricultural techniques, but his most important legacy is Arbor Day. ​9:30AM | Refreshments 10-11AM | Program The 40th Arbor Day Celebration is open to...

Free
Event Series Wild Child on the Road

Wild Child on the Road

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

We are taking Wild Child on the road this season, visiting different preserves around Will County. Answer the call of your wild child by getting your toddler outside with this monthly nature-themed program. Join a naturalist for hands-on activities such as games, stories, crafts, hikes and more! The last Friday of each month we will...

Free

Circusville at Chicago Children’s Museum

Chicago Children's Museum 700 E Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Come one, come all! Step right up and join the circus… This circ-tacular experience introduces littles to life under the big top for over-the-top play! They can choose to be the star of the show, take on the role of ticket taker, acrobat, hot dog vendor and more. In Circusville, every role lets littles express...

Family Board Game Night

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

Unplug and play a board game together!

Free
Event Series First Time Fishing

First Time Fishing

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

Get a head start on your summer fishing adventures! Learn rod-and-reel fishing basics in this two-hour workshop covering fundamental fishing skills, including how to put together a pole, knot tying, casting and securing hooks. Safety and ethics will also be covered. In the second hour, program participants will gain hands-on experience while fishing along the...

Free

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