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Dinosaur Discoveries with T-Rexplorers

La Grange Park Public Library 555 N. La Grange Road, La Grange Park, IL, United States

Kids can get a glimpse of what it’s like to go on a dinosaur dig in this program presented by an experienced dinosaur fossil hunter! They’ll also have the opportunity to touch a dinosaur bone! The program begins at 10:00 a.m., but folks can visit T-Rex Ranger in the parking lot beforehand, beginning at 9:45am!...

Bark in the Park

Rolling Meadows High School 2901 Central Road, Rolling Meadows, IL, United States

Let the dogs out at Bark in the Park! We will have an agility course, doggie pool, ball pit, photo booth and dog-friendly goodies while supplies last. This is a FREE, drop-in event, but we ask that all attendees bring a new/unopened item or monetary donation for a local shelter. Items can include toys, treats,...

Free

Touch-A-Truck

Pioneer Park (Arlington Heights) 500 S Fernandez Avenue, Arlington Heights

This FREE event is for families to play outside, meet with local businesses and Touch-A-Truck. It’s the perfect opportunity for your child to see trucks and other vehicles up close. Children are able to interact with vehicles in all shapes and sizes. This event will be sensory friendly from 10-10:45AM. During this time, there will...

Free

Kids Expo

Phillips Park Aquatic Center 828 Montgomery Rd, Aurora, IL, United States

Fire trucks, trucks, police cars, and much more!    For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Touch-A-Truck Events.

Archaeology Day

Sand Ridge Nature Center 15891 S Paxton Ave, South Holland, IL, United States

Learn about Calumet Region’s cultural history. Activities include archaeology displays, a mock archaeology dig, and more.

Free

Fire Department Open House

Randhurst Village 1 Randhurst Village Drive, Mount Prospect, IL, United States

Meet the Mount Prospect Fire Department at their annual Open House! All residents are welcome to enjoy a fun afternoon full of giveaways, games and treats! Special activities include a kid’s fire pole, a kid’s combat challenge, an emergency management display, fire safety and preparedness programs, and special team demonstrations. Admission is free.   For...

Free

Touch a Truck

Elgin Community College 815 E. Plank Road, Burlington, United States

The Elgin Community College Center for Emergency Services is hosting a community open house and touch-a-truck event on Saturday, September 14, at 815 E. Plank Rd., in Burlington, Ill. This family-friendly event is perfect for anyone interested in ECC’s public safety programs or for those with curious kids. Explore a range of unique emergency-response equipment, including: Sitting...

Free

Local Authors’ Fair

Berwyn Public Library 2701 S. Harlem Ave., Berwyn, IL, United States

Join us for on the Library Grounds for our 3rd Annual Local Authors' Fair! Local writers for all age groups and genres will be here to meet readers, share their work and experiences, and sell their books. Come find a new favorite and connect with authors and other readers!

Free

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