Feeding Frenzy
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center 9800 Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs, IL, United StatesLearn what, why and how staff feed the great diversity of birds, fishes, reptiles and amphibians at the nature center.
Free
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Animal Olympics
Hidden Oaks Nature Center (Bolingbrook) 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United StatesHave you ever watched wildlife and been amazed at their adaptations? Join a naturalist and test your abilities against a variety of animal adaptations as we compete in our Animal Olympics. Can you run as fast as a coyote or hold your breath as long as a snapping turtle?
Free
Retro Hour
Helen Plum Library 411 South Main Street, Lombard, IL, United StatesEnjoy retro-themed activities from the '80s and '90s. Listen to vinyl records, play retro video games, read old-school comics, or watch old cartoons. Drop-in event for grades 6-8.
Free
Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Brookfield Zoo 8400 West 31st Street, Brookfield, IL, United StatesFree 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
Jigsaw Puzzle Sale
Bartlett Public Library 800 S Bartlett Road, Bartlett, IL, United StatesCelebrate National Puzzle Day with the Friends of the Bartlett Library at the Jigsaw Puzzle Sale on Sunday, 1/28 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Lots of fabulous jigsaw puzzles for sale, $3 each or 2 for $5. All proceeds benefit library programs.
Living History 101
Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E. Romeo Rd, Romeoville, IL, United StatesHave you ever thought, “I would love to share my passion for history” or “I would love to challenge my acting skills” or “I want to dress up?” Then living history volunteering might be for you! This program will consist of an overview of historical interpretation followed by a question-and-answer session with an interpretive naturalist....
Free
Early Learning Provider Meet and Greet
Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak Park, IL, United StatesAre you starting to think about preschool programs or child care for your little one? Discover what's out there and meet centers and family child care programs in Oak Park, River Forest, and neighboring communities. They will be available to talk to parents and caregivers about their program and answer questions they might have. Children...
Free
Puzzle Day
Santori Library (Aurora) 101 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United StatesAny time during the day stop by to work giant floor puzzles, play I Spy in our display case or just relax with some paper/pencil puzzles. Something for everyone.
Free
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