Homeschool Hangout
Glen Ellyn Public Library 400 Duane Street, Glen EllynUse design thinking to solve different building and engineering challenges. Staff will be available to discuss homeschool services. For grades k-8.
Free
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Events Calendar
Sponsored by Drury Lane Theatre.
Dino-vember
Rolling Meadows Library 3110 Martin Lane, Rolling Meadows, IL, United StatesROAR! Get ready to show your dinosaur love and learn about these prehistoric creatures through special crafts and activities.
Free
Night Dives: Illinois Resident Free Evenings
Shedd Aquarium 1200 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United StatesOur Illinois Resident Free Days include access to all open animal and permanent exhibit and seasonal Stingray Touch. Take a deeper look at our current available exhibits here. We offer several reservation options for Free Days. For those who prefer to plan ahead, online ticket reservations are available with a $5 convenience fee per order....
Free
Field Museum Illinois Resident Free Day
Field Museum 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United StatesFree Wednesdays are the perfect opportunity for you to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family or a group of science-loving friends. Adventure through the wilderness on a desert safari, explore ancient civilizations, and come face-to-face with prehistoric creatures— all in one place. The Field Museum has so much to explore, you’ll need more...
Free
Wee Wandering Wednesdays
Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road, Barrington, IL, United StatesA special program for little naturalists. Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3 to 6 with adult; siblings welcome. Tickets on a first come, first served basis starting at 9:30 am.
Free
Open Nature Play Day
Dan Ryan Woods 83rd and Western Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesBring your little one for open nature play time and help your children connect with nature. Enjoy stories, art, and exploration.
Free
Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art Museum Free Day
Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art 1220 Kensington Road, Oak Brook, IL, United StatesWednesdays are Free Admission Days sponsored by RBC Wealth Management. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Free
Waycar Wednesday
St. James Farm Warrenville, IL, United StatesWalk through our 1906 waycar (also called a caboose), and hear how it was first used on the rails and then by Brooks McCormick after its retirement. All ages; under 18 with an adult. Free. No registration. Questions? Call 630-580-7025.
Free
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