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Tales from the Great Outdoors: A Children’s Books Family Event

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

Listen to captivating children’s stories that ignite a love for the great outdoors, meet talented children’s books authors, get creative with hands-on crafts, discover valuable early childhood resources at local libraries, and gain expert tips for nurturing emergent literacy at home in this drop-in program at The Morton Arboretum. Please reach out to childrensgarden@mortonarb.org with...

Included in general admission

Mini Golf Fundraiser

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

Join us as we host an 18-hole miniature golf course fundraiser for a day of family fun. This event is a fundraiser for the Mount Prospect Public Library Foundation. Enjoy big fun with mini golf! This unique adventure will have golfers putting throughout the Main Library and between the stacks. The fee to play is...

$5 – $20
Event Series Sap’s Rising

Sap’s Rising

River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL, United States

Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple syrup making.

Free

St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Downtown Palatine Smith Street and Wilson Street, Palatine, IL, United States

Participate in the St. Patrick's Day Parade this coming spring!! Durty Nellie’s, in partnership with Vicarious Multimedia, is proud to honor the St. Patrick’s Day holiday with the annual all-things-Irish festivities and celebrations on Saturday, March 16th - including a Traditional Irish Breakfast, Durty St. Pat’s Parade and an epic after party with shenanigans for...

Free

Bunny Bash

North Riverside Park Mall 7501 W Cermak Rd, North Riverside, United States

CELEBRATE SPRING WITH THE EASTER BUNNY! -The Bunny Hop -Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt -Balloon Animals   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Easter Bunny Breakfasts and Other Places to See the Easter Bunny.

Free

Shamrock’n The Block

625 W. Adams 625 W. Adams, Chicago, United States

PURCHASE TICKETS IN ADVANCE AS EVENT WILL SELL OUT Incredible entertainment including Liam Durkin, Chancey Brothers, Whiskey Mick, ​Pipe & Drum bands, Irish dance, kids activities & more!! Fun for all ages. Don't miss out on this festive day... tickets will sell-out quickly! This year a new Amazing Space at 625 W. Adams.   For...

$10 – $25

Trinity Irish Dancers

Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, United States

Catch the world-renowned Trinity Irish Dancers bring the power and grace of Irish dance to the Downers Grove Public Library. Catch the world-renowned Trinity Irish Dancers bring the power and grace of Irish dance to the Downers Grove Public Library. This 30-minute performance is interactive, exciting, and informative with dancers of all ages showcasing both...

Free

St Patricks Day Parade and River Dyeing

Downtown Chicago State & Lake, Chicago, IL, United States

Our city is home to quite the St. Patrick's Day celebration! The Chicago River goes green as 45 pounds of vegetable dye color the water between Columbus and Wacker drives. Then festivities continue after as revelers parade up Columbus Dr. with floats and flags to the sound of bagpipes.   For information on more events...

Free
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