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Please join us Saturday October 8th for Glen Ellyn Volunteer Fire Companyโs Annual Fire Prevention Week Open House from 10am-2pm at 524 Pennsylvania Avenue. See you there! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fire Prevention Week.
On October 8, 9, and 10, Wonder Works will host Tinker Works, a museum takeover event exploring using stuff to make stuff that does stuff. When children tinker, they are learning about the properties of materials and the capabilities of tools. Learning how to manipulate tools, understand the properties of materials, and identify unique solutions...
Opening October 8, 2022, The Hawver and Lacy Families Natureโs PlaySpace is an interactive experience that will connect our youngest guests to nature in new ways. Join us at 10am for our Grand Opening celebration! In addition to exploring this brand new space, our youngest guests will also have a chance to receive an adorable,...
For Wildlife. For All. For Fall! Dive into the wonderful world of autumnโfrom picking the perfect pumpkin to nostalgic Ferris wheel rides above the foliageโwith Lincoln Park Zooโs eighth annual Fall Fest. This free, family-friendly celebration brings harvest-time fun to the heart of Chicago each year from SeptemberโOctober. This yearโs festival features ticketed attractions throughout...
In partnership with the American Indian Center of Chicago, join us to celebrate Native American culture and enjoyโฏtraditional Powwow, native food, dancing, vendors, activities and more. Rain or shine. Information and pricing: aicchicago.org.
Enjoy family-friendly fall festivities at Blackberry Farm! Weekends in October & Columbus Day 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., admission includes all rides and attractions, pumpkins can be purchased additionally for $3 upon arrival. Check our website and Facebook for a detailed schedule of events. All ticket sales are final. Special activity dates will be featured...
For those who arenโt ready to attend in-person programs yet, weโve created kid-friendly packets of crafts and activities related to Cantigny and the McCormick family. Supplies will be given away on a first-come, first-served basis. On the Second Saturday of each month, March through November, McCormick House staff presents a drop-in family program. No registration...
Donโt miss this fantastic fall event. Bring your American Girl Doll (or similar sized doll) and get her ready for a tea party. Put on your favorite attire, and stroll on over to the Village for an afternoon of snacks, crafts and friendship. This is an event you and your doll donโt want to miss.
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