Sponsored by Drury Lane Theatre.
In partnership with Consulado General de México en Chicago & The Governments of Chihuahua, Nayarit, and Querétaro, Mexico Fest will feature music and dance performances from Mexican artists. Explore a one-of-a-kind mercadito experience partnered with more than 30 vendors curated by the consulate featuring handicrafts, jewelry, hats, clothing, dolls, blankets, bags, artwork and more. Participate...
Join us for a fun, culturally rich Cinco De Mayo celebration surrounded by friends, neighbors and community. Featuring: Mariachi singer Luis Alfredo Folkloric Dancers from La Academia Mexican Dance Academy Juegetas Workshop with artists Miriam Salgado and Alejandro Camacho (For Children under 14 years old)
Enjoy interactive programs, kids’ tree climb, guided wildflower walks, bird banding, kid’s nature crafts, gardening info and much more!
Using over a million LEGO® bricks to build approximately 200 feet of tracks and city-scapes, the Northern Illinois LEGO® Train Club (NILTC) Exhibit brings their awesome display for the weekend! Enjoy the sights and sounds of this fun and one-of-a-kind train exhibit created by the members of this creative and passionate group. LEGO® lovers of...
Join us each month as we care for the Sand Ridge Campus with a variety of activities! Earn service-learning hours. All ages. Mar 3, 10: Litter Picking Apr 14, 28: Garlic Mustard Pull May 5, 19: Garden Weeding at Green Lake
May: Learn how to dress, act and live as a frog. June: Hear who is croaking in the night.
Whether you’ve read one book or 1,000, join us as we celebrate with special stories, songs and a craft. If you finished our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program within the last year, we’ll celebrate your accomplishment, too!
Holy guacamole, it’s Cinco de Mayo! Let's celebrate this holiday with games, music, crafts and some guacamole! Learn more about Cinco de Mayo and its importance in Mexico and the United States! For all families, no registration required.
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