Get Your Game On
Brookfield Public Library 3609 Grand Boulevard, Brookfield, IL, United StatesJoin us after hours for gaming of all kinds and pizza!
Free
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Events Calendar
Juniper Junction
The Morton Arboretum 4100 Illinois 53, Lisle, IL, United StatesVisit The Morton Arboretum from Saturday, February 15 through Sunday, February 23, to see Juniper Junction, a large-scale model train display at the Arboretum’s Firefly Pavilion. Large-scale model railroading uses trains that are significantly larger than standard model railroading. Also called “garden railroads,” large-scale model railroads offer a captivating landscape for viewers of all ages...
Included in general admission
Black Creativity Career Showcase
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United StatesHave you ever wondered what it's really like to be an artist, scientist or engineer? In celebration of Black Creativity, kids and families can talk with African American artists, scientists and engineers about innovative work happening right here in our city. Professionals will be stationed throughout the Museum's Main Level. This is an opportunity to...
Included in general admission
Animal Meet and Greet
Batavia Public Library 10 S. Batavia Ave., Batavia, IL, United StatesVisit a variety of animal exhibits including Frog Lady, Incredible Bats, Stillman Nature Center and Randall Oaks Zoo. This is your chance to get up close to the animals and have your questions answered. Tickets are required and will be available at the Youth Services Desk beginning Mon., Feb. 10.
Free
STEM Stations
Westmont Public Library 428 North Cass, Westmont, IL, United StatesFlex your STEM muscles as you play, build, design, problem solve, and collaborate at each station.
Free
Engineering Fest
Willis Tower 233 S Wacker Drive, Chicago, United StatesEngineering Fest is the CAC’s premier family event, where young people are invited to imagine and design the worlds they want, need and deserve. Join us for FREE hands-on activities that explore Sustainable Engineering!
Free
Commemorative Day: Black History Month
Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United StatesCelebrate Black History Month at CHM as we look at the ways art has been a vehicle for social change in Chicago’s African American community. Enjoy hands–on arts activities, music, and speakers.
Included in general admission
Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Brookfield Zoo 8400 West 31st Street, Brookfield, IL, United StatesFree admission is available to guests on the following dates: October 1 - November 26, 2024: Tuesdays and Thursdays December 2 - December 24, 2024: Mondays and Tuesdays January 3 - February 27, 2025: Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays For more information about events like these, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Free
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