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Smashing Pumpkin Recycling Event

La Grange Park Public Works 937 Barnsdale Road, La Grange Park, United States

The Pumpkin Smash is an annual effort by communities to divert pumpkins from landfills by providing locations for residents to drop-off jack-o-lanterns to be composted. It is held each year the Saturday after Halloween. Don’t Trash it, Smash it!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Pumpkin Smash Composting Events.

Event Series Dia De Los Muertos

Dia De Los Muertos

Various Locations IL, United States

Celebrate Dia de los Muertos at the Library from Oct. 30 - Nov. 4. Children will learn about this special Latin American Holiday with a craft and books available for checkout.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Dia de los Muertos Events.

Free

Super Saturday: The Colors of India

Mount Prospect Public Library 10 S. Emerson, Mount Prospect, IL, United States

Delight in a vibrant, interactive performance that brings Southern Indian stories to life through a unique art form called bharatanatyam. Through dance, music, and theatre, the Natya Dance Theatre will thrill you with tales where clever animals use their unique skills to triumph over adversity. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Mount...

Free

LEGO Day

Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Join us for an all-ages LEGO Celebration! Dive into creativity with hands-on building, games, storytime and prizes. Experience a day of laughter and learning with fellow LEGO enthusiasts.

Free

Mindful Manners and Etiquette for Kids

Clarendon Hills Public Library 7 N. Prospect, Clarendon Hills, IL, United States

Encourage your child to practice their manners & dining etiquette skills through engaging activities, interactive games, and fun role-playing exercises! Topics covered: greetings, table setting, communication etiquette, the importance of manners, kindness and more.  Family and friends are invited to watch different role-playing games, skits and presentations as participants will showcase their skills during a...

Free

Spirit of Diwali

Fox Valley Mall 195 Fox Valley Center, Aurora, IL, United States

Celebrate Diwali with beautiful balloon sculptures throughout the center representing the β€œSpirit of Diwali”! Enjoy a lively a fashion show displaying balloon dresses as well as the latest Diwali fashions by Macy’s Fox Valley and explore self-care booths with products by women-owned & operated local businesses. This event is free and open to all ages.

Cocoa and Chocolate Crawl

Downtown Geneva IL, United States

Stroll through shops and restaurants for our third annual Cocoa & Chocolate Crawl! Experience a variety of Geneva shops and restaurants from 11 am-4 pm.

Family Movie Matinee: Frozen 2

Elmwood Park Public Library 1 Conti Parkway, Elmwood Park, IL, United States

Get comfy, enjoy some popcorn, and join us in the Ferrentino Room for a family movie matinee!

Free

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