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Event Series Stay and Play

Stay and Play

Arlington Heights Memorial Library 500 N. Dunton Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL, United States

Explore hands-on activities with your little one and mingle with other caregivers during this special play group. Enjoy different play experiences at each session! For ages 0-5; siblings welcome. Caregiver required.

Free
Event Series Winter Wonderland

Winter Wonderland

Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak Park, IL, United States

From December 5th to 16th, Wonder Works will transform into a Winter Wonderland. Two special friends will make surprise appearances for hugs and pictures: the Winter Princess and Ursa the Wonder Polar Bear. Story time will be winter themed and we will feature a variety of stations and play materials celebrating the magic of snow...

Included in general admission
Event Series Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day

Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day

Brookfield Zoo 8400 West 31st Street, Brookfield, IL, United States

Free 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
Event Series Yoga with Miss Kelly

Yoga with Miss Kelly

Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak Park, IL, United States

Namaste! Come downward dog with us twice this month during Yoga for children with Miss Kelly. We'll be doing lots of fun animal poses as we learn about how to move our bodies using yoga! Much gratitude to Kelly McCreary for her yoga introduction for children. We're so grateful for a grant from Oak Park...

Included in general admission
Event Series Visits with Santa

Visits with Santa

Fashion Outlets of Chicago 5220 Fashion Outlets Way, Rosemont, IL, United States

Macerich's Fashion Outlets of Chicago invites visitors to celebrate the holiday season with Santa visits at the shopping center from Friday, November 15 through Tuesday, December 24. While visits with Santa are always free, Fashion Outlets of Chicago will also offer a variety of keepsake photo packages available for purchase. Pet owners can bring their...

Yeti to Party

Nichols Library 200 W. Jefferson Ave, Naperville, IL, United States

Are you yeti for some winter reading fun? Join us for a Yeti-themed celebration as we welcome our furry friend back to the Library ahead of the Winter Reading Program! Enjoy exciting stories, games, and a special Yeti craft to take home.

Free
Event Series Lego Free Build

Lego Free Build

Wheaton Public Library 225 N Cross Street, Wheaton, IL, United States

Let's do Lego! Use the library's Lego collection to build whatever you'd like! We'll have some building prompts and activities but let your imagination be your guide. This is a drop-in event. Feel free to stop by between 3pm and 6pm to participate.

Free
Event Series Pet Photos with Santa

Pet Photos with Santa

Fox Valley Mall 195 Fox Valley Center, Aurora, IL, United States

We’ve reserved special times for your furry friends to join in your family photos with Santa. Monday, December 2 from 4 - 7pm Monday, December 9 from 4 - 7pm Monday, December 16 from 4 - 7pm Each pet will receive a free holiday toy, bandana and treats. While supplies lasts. Pets must be leashed...

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