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Event Series Crafty Kids

Crafty Kids

Palatine Public Library 700 N North Court, Palatine, IL, United States

Stop by to make a simple craft with your child. Each week explores a different topic to spark your child's creativity and curiosity. Ages 3-7. While supplies last. Drop in.

Free

ZAP! Winter Storytime with the Zoo

North Riverside Public Library 2400 Des Plaines Avenue, North Riverside, IL, United States

Join us for a collaborative storytime with Brookfield Zoo Chicago. Enjoy winter-themed stories and a stay-and-play activity. Children ages 5 and under with an adult.  

Free
Event Series Developmental Playgroup

Developmental Playgroup

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

Join us for an inclusive drop-in playgroup for children ages 5 and younger who receive or are considering therapy services. Best for ages 5 and younger with their families. Children play while families meet and find support. Siblings are welcome to join. Facilitated by Anne Inwood, a social worker from Successful Families Together, and presented...

Free

Free Admission for Illinois Residents

The Art Institute of Chicago 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

We’re excited to start 2025 with Free Winter Weekdays, January 6–March 14, 2025, offering Illinois residents free admission every Monday, Thursday, and Friday—all day long. Beginning March 5, 2025, we will also be open on Wednesdays, which means that Wednesdays, March 5, and March 12, will also be part of our 2025 Free Winter Weekdays....

Free

Half Day of School! Build with Big Blue Blocks

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

Celebrate your half day! Why go home when you can head to the library and have fun with other people? Stop by to try out the big blue blocks and create giant buildings. Join us for some fun at the library. Big Blue Blocks will be out for you to drop in and build. What...

Free

Pokémon Party

Prospect Heights Public Library 12 N. Elm Street, Prospect Heights, IL, United States

Celebrate Pokémon’s 29th anniversary at the library! Will include several activities for kids to enjoy.

Free

Penguin Watch Party

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

Waddle over to the library for a penguin live stream! Watch their playful antics and enjoy penguin-themed crafts and activities!

Free

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