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Event Series Play at Farm-in-the-Zoo

Play at Farm-in-the-Zoo

Lincoln Park Zoo 2001 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL, United States

From sorting pinecones to digging in smooth seeds, children ages 1–5 will explore the sights, smells, and textures that nature has to offer during this free, open-ended experience. Take in a tall tale during story time, get messy at the process art station, sift and scoop at the sensory bin, or make music.

Free
Event Series Cops and Bobber

Cops and Bobber

Various Locations IL, United States

Come have fun and fish with officers from the Forest Preserve District and Bartlett. Ages 15 and under, no registration or fishing licenses required. Questions? Call the Forest Preserve District Law Enforcement department at 630-933-7689. Jul 19: Pratt's Wayne Woods Forest Preserve August 16: Wood Dale Grove Forest Preserve

Free
Event Series Drop-In Acorn Express Adventures

Acorn Express Adventures

The Morton Arboretum 4100 Illinois 53, Lisle, IL, United States

We’ll seek out fun destinations to hike, make a craft, and explore new topics each week. The program is 45 minutes long and is recommended for families with children 2 years old and older. In case of inclement weather, call ahead (630-968-0074) to find out if the trams are running that day. Space is limited....

$6 – $8
Event Series Summer Sounds

Summer Sounds

Roosevelt Collection Shops 150 W. Roosevelt Road, Chicago, IL, United States

Live music, local eats and fun for all ages, the Roosevelt Collection Shops, 150 W. Roosevelt Rd., is proud to announce an all-new Summer experience to be hosted select Wednesday evenings, beginning June 14 through August 16 from 5-7 pm. Summer Sounds at Roosevelt Collection will bring nine talented local musicians to their spacious center...

Free
Event Series Music and Market on Stolp Ave

Music and Market on Stolp Ave

Downtown Aurora Aurora, IL, United States

Music & Market is a collaborative event between Aurora Downtown and City of Aurora Special Events. The Wednesday street market will feature artisan and food vendors and live music (formerly Wednesdays at the Plaza). Free. Stolp Avenue will be closed for the market. Music starts at 6 p.m. at the gazebo. July 12 WDCB presents...

Free
Event Series Music in the Park

Music in the Park

Veterans Park (Lyons) 4200 Lawndale Avenue, Lyons, IL, United States

Music in the Park is back! Join us starting this Wednesday, July 12 - Wednesday, August 30 for our weekly Music in the Park. Each week a different band will take the stage from 6 PM - 9 PM at Veterans Park. There will also be various food vendors throughout the summer. So mark your...

Free
Event Series Fitness in the Park: Powerhouse

Fitness in the Park: Powerhouse

Parkway Bank Park 5501 Park Place, Rosemont, IL, United States

Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district visitors can have fun while getting fit this summer with the return of the Park’s β€œFitness in the Park” series. Feel empowered all summer long on Wednesday nights from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. June 14 through August 16 at β€œPowHerhouse” classes. Designed for all fitness levels, the PowHerhouse Fitness...

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