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Fireside Board Games

St. Charles Public Library 1 S. 6th Street, St. Charles, IL, United States

Kick off the Winter Reading Program! Cozy up at the Library and play board games while you enjoy a virtual fireplace.

Free
Event Series Jumbo Board Games

Jumbo Board Games

Westmont Public Library 428 North Cass, Westmont, IL, United States

Drop in during winter break to play a JUMBO board game with your family—bigger games mean bigger family fun!

Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day

Brookfield Zoo 8400 West 31st Street, Brookfield, IL, United States

Free admission is available to guests on the following dates: October 3 – November 23, 2023:  Tuesdays and Thursdays December 4 – December 19, 2023: Mondays and Tuesdays January 2 – February 29, 2024:  Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays For more information about events like these, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Free

Mammals Presentation at Crabtree Nature Center

Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road, Barrington, IL, United States

Join us and the Crabtree Naturalist staff for a seasonal presentation on mammals. We will explore activities and discuss survival strategies of mammals in the current season. Crabtree Nature Center Classroom, 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills. Drop in.

Free

American Girl Storytime and Craft Hour

Woodridge Public Library 3 Plaza Dr, Woodridge, IL, United States

Enjoy a story about Nanea from Hawaii and learn a bit about her world. We will have awesome activities and crafts. Bring along your favorite doll to join in the fun!

Free

Puzzlepalooza

Arlington Heights Memorial Library 500 N. Dunton Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL, United States

Bored at home during Winter Break? Come work on a puzzle with your family or friends. Puzzles of varying levels provided by the library. This is a drop-in program so come any time and stay as long or short as you like. All ages. Drop in. Caregiver required.

Free

Family Winter Scavenger Hunt and Campfire

Trailside Museum of Natural History 738 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL, United States

Enjoy a winter afternoon on a self-guided scavenger hunt. Afterward, enjoy refreshments around the campfire.

Free

Pokémon Party

Mount Prospect Public Library 10 S. Emerson, Mount Prospect, IL, United States

"We choose you" to explore Pokémon-themed activities fun for the whole family! Whether you're already a Pokémon expert or new to this global phenomenon, you'll find something to enjoy. Drop in starting at 1:30 p.m. and stay for as long as you like. Last entry at 2:45 p.m. Please note there may be small pieces...

Free

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