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World’s Largest Swimming Lesson

Phillips Park Aquatic Center 828 Montgomery Rd, Aurora, IL, United States

Launched by the World Waterpark Association in 2010, this FREE global drowning prevention event promotes the fundamental importance of teaching children to swim. Since its inception, more than 354,000 children and adults on 6 continents have participated in WLSL lessons. Children who participate are welcome to enjoy Phillips Park Family Aquatic Center for an hour...

Free

Funday Children’s Entertainment Series

Vogelei Park (Hoffman Estates) 650 West Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates, IL, United States

Come for the show, then stay and enjoy the whole afternoon at Vogelei! Bring a picnic lunch, play on the playground or the splash pad! June 9: Carole Stephens: Macaroni Soup June 23: Istvan and Imaginary Band July 7: Jason K July 21: Nanny Nikki August 4: Wendy and DB   For information on more...

Free

Bluey Bash

Helen Plum Library 411 South Main Street, Lombard, IL, United States

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages. Celebrate our favorite Blue Heeler family with wackadoo games and activities.

Free

World Language Storytime: Spanish

Park Ridge Public Library 20 S Prospect Avenue, Park Ridge, IL, United States

Enjoy a bilingual storytime with songs, stories, and other activities.

Free
Event Series Summer at the Shell

Summer at the Shell

Reed-Keppler Park 129 W. National Street, West Chicago, IL, United States

Celebrate music, drama, family, and the arts.  June 23 — Scott Piner Magic July 7 — The Headspin Guy July 21 — Miss Make Believe August 4 — Leonardo Music August 11 — Traveling World of Reptiles

Free
Event Series Central Park Story Time

Central Park Story Time

Elmwood Park Public Library 1 Conti Parkway, Elmwood Park, IL, United States

Bring a blanket and positive vibes to Central Park for a drop-in story time with songs, dancing, and fun! Ages 1-8 with caregiver. No registration required.

Free

Start Your Rockin’ Collections

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

Start a rock collection with Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art! Decorate a container, learn about different rocks and even bring in your own rocks for identification by an expert geologist! (Grades 1–5)

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