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Kid’s Afternoon Movie: Strange World

La Grange Public Library 10 W. Cossitt Avenue, La Grange, IL, United States

Bring a pillow, a snack and a friend or two and join us for a movie on the big screen.

Free

Glow in the Dark Party

Glen Ellyn Public Library 400 Duane Street, Glen Ellyn

It’s the ultimate glow in the dark dance party! Wear fluorescent colors to glow in black lights. Twenty name tags (children only) will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start time. For grades K-2. Sessions at 3:30pm - 4:00pm or 4:30pm - 5:00pm.

Free
Event Series Tuesday Night Markets

Tuesday Night Markets

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

Join us every Tuesday night from 4pm - 8pm in the Fox Yard of Fox Valley. - Over 40 vendors, artisans, bakeries, fresh farm vegetables - Food trucks and beer tent - Live music every event night from 6pm - 8pm - Kid activities, balloons, face painting and bounce house Location: Fox Yard - the...

Free

Summer Concert: Mr. Myers

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

Mr. Myers blends the tropical sounds of calypso and ska, the rhythms of reggae and a little rock ‘n’ roll with some favorite classic tunes to create their own special style of music: Caribbean Rock! Outdoor concerts are held on the Library's West Plaza. While limited seating is provided, it is encouraged to bring chairs....

Free
Event Series Storytime in the Park

Storytime in the Park

Diane Main Park 200 W 59th St, Westmont, IL, United States

Bring a picnic blanket and join us for a special outdoor family storytime. Diane Main Park, 200 W 59th St. 0 – 5 years with a caregiver.

Free
Event Series Family Storytime in Cottonwood Park

Family Storytime in Cottonwood Park

Cottonwood Park (Hoffman Estates) 2029 E Parkview Circle, Hoffman Estates, IL

Start your morning off with stories, songs, flannels and fun with our Family Storytime! This program will take place outside, weather permitting. If moved indoors, pick up free tickets at our Hoffman Estates Branch 20 minutes prior to start of the program.

Free
Event Series Outdoor Storytime

Outdoor Storytime

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

Grab a blanket and join us outside for stories, music and bubbles! This program will take place outdoors, weather permitting.

Free
Event Series Play at Farm-in-the-Zoo

Play at Farm-in-the-Zoo

Lincoln Park Zoo 2001 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL, United States

From sorting pinecones to digging in smooth seeds, children ages 1–5 will explore the sights, smells, and textures that nature has to offer during this free, open-ended experience. Take in a tall tale during story time, get messy at the process art station, sift and scoop at the sensory bin, or make music.

Free

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