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Event Series Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Illinois Resident Donation Day

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Illinois Resident Donation Day

The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum 2430 N. Cannon Dr., Chicago, IL, United States

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...

Donations appreciated
Event Series Crafty Kids

Crafty Kids

Palatine Public Library 700 N North Court, Palatine, IL, United States

Stop by to make a simple craft with your child. Each week explores a different topic to spark your child's creativity and curiosity. Ages 3-7. While supplies last. Drop in.

Free
Event Series Sensory Storytime

Sensory Storytime

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

This storytime program provides a modified environment and is intended for families with disabilities, on the autism spectrum, and/or sensory processing disorders. If your family does NOT require a modified sensory environment, please see the events calendar to register for an unmodified storytime.

Free
Event Series Make a Paper Mola

Make a Paper Mola

Various Locations IL, United States

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month as we read special stories and learn about colorful art styles from Colombia and Panama by making a paper Mola! Ages 4-6 with an adult caregiver. Limit 12 child/caregiver pairs.

Free

Adaptive Play Time

Santori Library (Aurora) 101 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United States

The DuPage Children’s Museum will bring fun items from the museum for kids to engage with. They will provide an accessible, inclusive environment that will include environment modifications. This program is intended for families with disabilities, on the autism spectrum, and/or sensory processing disorders. Ages 0-11 with a caregiver.

Free
Event Series Thursdays in the Field

Thursdays in the Field

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

Drop in at Trailside on the 3rd Thursday of each month to connect to nature through fun themed activities for adults and kids. Led by the IL Ext. Master naturalists. Sep 19: “Native Seed Explorers” Oct 17: “Night Fliers – Bats & Owls”

Free

Pirate Party

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

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages. Sail down to the Library for some swashbuckling fun to celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day!

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