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Event Series Storytime at Wholey Granoly

Storytime at Wholey Granoly

Wholey Granoly 714 E. Boughton Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Join us at Wholey Granoly for a free, engaging storytime experience for your little ones. Each child will receive a special treat when our stories are complete. (Ages 2โ€“6 with an adult) Registration opens two weeks before each event date.

Free

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Illinois Resident Donation Day

The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum 2430 N. Cannon Dr., Chicago, IL, United States

We are pleased to offer weekly Donation Daysโ€”every Thursday the museum is openโ€”for Illinois residents. Illinois residents can enjoy free admission during these Donation Days, or support us with a $10 suggested household donation at the time of admission. Illinois residents can reserve their Donation Day tickets online or in person.   For information on...

Donations appreciated
Event Series Crafty Kids

Crafty Kids

Palatine Public Library 700 N North Court, Palatine, IL, United States

Stop by to make a simple craft with your child. Each week explores a different topic to spark your child's creativity and curiosity. Ages 3-7. While supplies last. Drop in.

Free

Monster Bash

Sunset Knoll Recreation Center 820 S. Finley, Lombard, IL

Get ready for Halloween with the Monster Bash! Play some spooky games, enjoy some ghoulish treats and make sure you wear your costume!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.

$6 โ€“ $7

Bats and Other Misunderstood Creatures

Santori Library (Aurora) 101 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United States

In this one-hour program, we will dispel the five most common myths about bats, spiders, snakes and rats. Ages 6+ with a caregiver. ** **Ticketed program. Tickets are available 30 minutes before the program at the Children's Services Desk.

Event Series Fall Fandom Fest

Fall Fandom Fest

Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Do you love all things fandom: the books, the movies, the TV shows, the comics and most importantly, the fun? Join us in person and online during the week of October 20 for epic fun celebrating your favorite fandoms! All events require registration, unless otherwise noted. Wild for Robots Monday, October 21, 4:30 p.m. Grades...

Pokรฉmon Meetup

Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, Geneva, IL, United States

Do you like Pokรฉmon? Meet others who play, learn fun facts, and trade game cards! Drop in to meet other Pokรฉmon enthusiasts, learn fun facts and trade cards! New players are welcome! By attending Library programs, you consent to being photographed or recorded. These images and recordings may be used for promotional materials such as...

Free

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