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Purchase day-of tickets in advance of the program at The Morton Arboretumโs Visitor Center Information desk. Join us in the Sterling Morton Library for this popular and interactive story time program. Weโll read nature-based stories, make a craft, and then head outside for a short adventure walk. The program is 45 minutes long. Themes change...
REGISTER IN ADVANCE With festive holiday music playing in the background, decorate your very own gingerbread house. Pizza and refreshments will be served as you spend time with your friends selecting the perfect combination of candies and icing to decorate your house. Gingerbread houses will be preassembled. Parents are welcome to stay and assist.
REGISTER IN ADVANCE With festive holiday music playing in the background, decorate your very own gingerbread house. Pizza and refreshments will be served as you spend time with your friends selecting the perfect combination of candies and icing to decorate your house. Gingerbread houses will be preassembled. Parents are welcome to stay and assist.
Video is a powerful way to communicate stories through individual videos or a series of video shorts that can be used in many ways such as news stories, teach a skill, crowdfunding videos, calling people to action on an important issue, serving as a public service announcement, or simply to tell a story. Storytelling is...
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED This year Santa is taking the train into town, to his own Gretna Station cottage! Santa and his elfs will arrive in Carol Stream on December 4 for private visits in his Carol Stream cottage! Each family will have a private meeting with Santa, Rudolph, and his elves and receive a special...
Jump on the Holiday Trolley for a ride to Old Town Park to see the lights! During our travels, we will hear a story, sing songs, and enjoy a visit from Santa. Once families arrive back to the JRC, each family will receive a treat bag, kids can make a holiday craft, and light refreshments...
Join us at the museum for some great crafts and stories!
Variety artist Dan Gogh uses comedy, magic, and art to unlock the mystery of creativity. Dan will be your guide to wacky colors, magical drawings, and art tools that have a mind of their own. Prepare to be amazed, inspired, and laugh all the way as you join us on this one-of-a-kind journey fun for...
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