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Meet in front of the library with your young one in a stroller and join fellow parents/ caregivers for a walk in the park. We will end by the park with a story. No Registration required. Note: If inclement weather occurs, the program will take place in the library and children will play with our...
We are pleased to offer weekly Donation Days—every Thursday the museum is open—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...
Help with different historical household or barnyard chores around the farm. It can get messy, so make sure to wear shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to enter the farm. All ages; under 18 with an adult. Free. No registration. Questions? Call...
Join us in the Brunk Children’s Museum of Immigration for a story and craft on the last Thursday and Friday of the month. Free (with Museum admission). In May we will be reading The Swedish Girl of Motala, written and illustrated by Eric Basir.
Featuring local vendors selling produce, handmade goods, kids activities, live music and much more! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.
Enjoy a non-stop selection of sing-alongs, dance-alongs, finger plays and tongue twisters. Take a stroll through the park to READ and SING the brand new StoryWalk highlighting Jim’s musical book, May There Always Be Sunshine! Featuring Jim Gill, a musician and author known for celebrating active play. Held in Pottawatomie Park.
Downtown Summer Sounds is a free outdoor concert series on Thursday evenings from 5-7PM at Fountain Square, from July 11 to September 26. For nine of the twelve weeks, Downtown Evanston is collaborating with a different local nonprofit (see below) to select the band, activate the Fountain Square plaza, and help us to ensure that...
Step back in time and join us on Thursday evenings from 5-8 pm during July and August at the historic downtown Kane County Courthouse on Third Street as car collectors gather together to show off their rides. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Classic Car Shows.
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