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Papel Picado Art

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

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month and create beautiful cut tissue paper art called Papel Picado, a traditional Mexican decorative craft.

Free

Movie Screening: Jumanji

Hanover Park Branch 1266 Irving Park Road, Hanover Park, IL, United States

When young Alan Parrish discovers a mysterious board game, he doesn't realize its unimaginable powers, until he is magically transported before the startled eyes of his friend, Sarah, into the...

Free

Dinos Downtown Wheaton​

Downtown Wheaton South Main Street & West Liberty Drive, Wheaton, IL, United States

Dinosaurs invade Downtown Wheaton! This BIG outdoor exhibit features 10 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs throughout Downtown Wheaton this September 25 through October 8, 2023. Enjoy dinosaur-themed specials, activities, and more from...

Free

PNC’s Mobile Learning Adventure

DuPage Children's Museum 301 N. Washington St., Naperville, IL, United States

Save the Date: PNC’s Mobile Learning Adventure will be at DCM next Thursday, September 28, 10am–1pm. The Mobile Learning Adventure (MLA) is a traveling exhibit that provides an opportunity for...

Event Series Free Family Days

Free Family Days

Chicago Children's Museum 700 E Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

In partnership with the Chicago Children’s Museum (CCM), Navy Pier guests can enjoy five fun-filled days of activities for families and children (ages 10 and under) on the last Thursday...

Free

Hojalata Tin Art

Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, Geneva, IL, United States

Transform aluminum foil into tin art, or hojalata, in celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month! Hojalata is a beloved Mexican folk art tradition dating back to the 16th century.

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...

$6 – $8

Balloon Animal Workshop

La Grange Public Library 10 W. Cossitt Avenue, La Grange, IL, United States

Professional balloon artist Gary Kantor will teach the techniques needed to take plain balloons and transform them into incredible balloon animals (like dogs, butterflies, fish, etc.). Kids will go home...

Free

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