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Chords for Kids

North Central College 30 N. Brainard St, Naperville, IL, United States

The North Central College Concert Winds presents a concert for children with autism and special needs. The concert will include music such as β€œSpongeBob SquarePants,” β€œYMCA,” and the β€œChicken Dance.” The concert is intended for the entire family to come and enjoy the music in a welcoming environment. β€œWigglers Welcomed!” Event is free but tickets...

Free
Event Series Maple Sugaring Days

Maple Sugaring Days

Creek Bend Nature Center 37W700 Dean Street, St. Charles, IL, United States

Learn how to tap a maple tree, and try to drill and set a tap yourself! We'll simmer sap over an open fire and watch as it thickens to maple syrup. Relax with a mug of hot cocoa and enjoy ice cream with syrup drizzled on top from our Maple CafΓ©. After a day of...

Free
Event Series Railroad Museum Open House

Railroad Museum Open House

Veterans Park (Bensenville) Main Street & Church Road, Bensenville, IL, United States

Explore the Bensenville Railroad Museum from noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays and take in the history of trains in Bensenville on a real 1920s engine by taking part in a variety of activities. The facility is also available for field trips and private tours. Note: The museum will be closed on all park...

Free
Event Series Maple Sugaring

Maple Sugaring

Kline Creek Farm 1N600 County Farm Road, West Chicago, IL, United States

Discover how sap becomes syrup as you try tapping with tools from the 1890s, check the collection buckets, watch sap thicken over the fire, and try a taste of real maple syrup. All ages. The program is free, but there’s a suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to enter the...

Free

Free Admission for Illinois Residents

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

Admission is free for Illinois residents on weekdays (Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays), November 27–December 22, 2023, as well as January 8–March 22, 2024. If you reserve your free tickets online in advance, your resident status will be verified using the zip code associated with the billing address provided. If you’re unable to reserve tickets in...

Free

STEM Stations

Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Take a stroll through our STEM stations and learn something new! Try out each of our fun stations that explore different STEM concepts. (Grades K–5)

Free
Event Series Field Watchers

Field Watchers

Naper Settlement 523 S. Weber Street, Naperville, IL, United States

Every Tuesday Starting March 5 β€’ 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM β€’ Free Program β€’ Pre-Registration Required β€’ For Students (6-12) and their Parents/Caregivers β€’ Adults must accompany students Unleash your curiosity every Tuesday while exploring the wonders of agriculture, STEM, and nature! This program is for parents and elementary-age students (6-12 years old). Topics include: Coding:...

Free

Family Game Night: Giant Board Games

Wood Dale Public Library 520 N. Wood Dale Road, Wood Dale, IL, United States

Drop in between 7-8 pm to try out some giant versions of classic games as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Recommended age: 5-11 yrs with an adult.

Free

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