Storytime in the Park
Kiwanis Park (La Grange) 133 South La Grange Road, La Grange, IL, United StatesWe are again offering summer storytimes at Kiwanis Park. Bring a blanket to sit on while you enjoy stories and songs under the sun.
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ZAP Storytime at Brookfield Zoo
North Riverside Public Library 2400 Des Plaines Avenue, North Riverside, IL, United StatesJoin us at Brookfield Zoo Chicago for nature-themed stories, singing, and an interactive zoo activity. Note that registration on the Brookfield Zoo website through the provided QR code is strongly recommended, but not required, to attend. North Riverside Public Library will have a limited amount of admission tickets at the library for this program. Please...
Free
Let the Games Begin! The Origins of Sports
Clarendon Hills Public Library 7 N. Prospect, Clarendon Hills, IL, United StatesDuring this fun-filled program presented by Histories for Kids, ancient athlete βDiscus Meterβ will lead you through time to discover the beginnings of some of todayβs most enjoyable sports pastimes. The Olympic Games, baseball, football, basketball, ice skating, and tennis will all be on the audienceβs scorecard.
Free
Art Party
Bellwood Public Library 600 Bohland Ave, Bellwood, IL, United StatesJoin us with author Alice Bey-Pugh as she reads her book "Laila's ABC's of Art". You will receive a free book & art kit to create your own art project. Registration is required.
Free
Recycled Crafternoon
Wheaton Public Library 225 N Cross Street, Wheaton, IL, United StatesCome craft with us! We'll supply the craft materials. You bring the creativity. Your creations are yours to take home. To celebrate our Summer Reading Challenge, Read, Renew, Repeat, we'll also be using some recycled materials for our crafternoon. You're welcome to bring any supplies you'd like to use and share with others. This is...
Free
Lombard Farmers Market
Downtown Lombard St. Charles Road & Park Avenue, Lombard, IL, United StatesJoin us Tuesday evenings from May 21st to October 1! Get your farm fresh goods, enjoy local vendors and live entertainment, and gather with your community at Farmers Market! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmerβs Markets.
Naper Settlement’s Farmers Market
Naper Settlement 523 S. Weber Street, Naperville, IL, United StatesThe Naper Settlement Farmers Market offers an assortment of goods from mission-based, fair-trade, and local vendors, from coffee to candles, plus fresh produce, pottery, florals, and more on the picturesque grounds of Naper Settlement on Tuesdays from 3-7 PM (June 25-September 7). While you stroll through the museumβs Village Green, youβll hear acoustic music performances...
Free
The Magic and Mystery of the Talking Drum
Glen Ellyn Public Library 400 Duane Street, Glen EllynExperience the famous Talking Drum of West Africa with Mama Edie! Hear stories from West African countries, the Caribbean Islands, the Americas, and First Nations cultures about their use of the drum and explore the many ways that these cultures remain connected today. For adults and kids of all ages. Register all attending.
Free
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