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Paddle Day

Busse Lake Boating Center 17 E. Higgins Road, Elk Grove Village, IL, United States

Paddlers of all skill levels can experience nature by exploring these waterways. Equipment provided. Timed paddles. Ages 5 & up. Group reservations required. Meet at South Boat Launch.

Free

StoryWalk Popsicle Painting

Prairie Path Park 565 S. Stewart Avenue, Glen Ellyn

Celebrate the debut of the summer StoryWalk® book, Paletero Man, by using popsicles to create one-of-a-kind artwork! For grades k-5. In case of inclement weather, this program will take place at the library in the Youth Program Room.

Free

Stillman Nature Center: Who’s Who of Owls

Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United States

Naturalist Mark Spreyer of Stillman Nature Center introduces you to North American owls and other raptors. Learn about their amazing hunting adaptations, while special feathered guests illustrate just who’s who. Drop in. Meeting Room. Sessions from 2:00pm - 3:00pm or 3:00pm - 4:00pm.

Free

Chalk the Walk

Brookfield Public Library 3609 Grand Boulevard, Brookfield, IL, United States

Register for a sidewalk square around the library to show off your artwork.

Free
Event Series Art in the Park

Art in the Park

Edwin and Elsie Meyn Busse Park 21 S Emerson Street, Mount Prospect, IL, United States

Hop over to Pocket Park ready to express yourself with a fun outdoor-inspired art activity. In case of rain, temperatures above 85 degrees, or other inclement weather, this program will be canceled. While supplies last. No registration necessary.

Free
Event Series Old Movie Night

Old Movie Night

Bellwood Public Library 600 Bohland Ave, Bellwood, IL, United States

June 30: Join us for a screening of Annie (1982). Then, on July 1st, join us to watch the Annie remake from 2014! July 28: Join us for a screening of The Wizard of Oz (1939). Then, on July 29th, join us to watch The Wiz (1978)!

Free
Event Series Lyons Fest

Lyons Fest

Veterans Park (Lyons) 4200 Lawndale Avenue, Lyons, IL, United States

Mark your calendars for Lyons Fest 2023! The festival will take place from Friday, June 30 - Tuesday, July 4 at Veterans Park in Lyons. There will be carnival rides and games, live music, food, drinks, art/craft vendors, and more. The fest will be open each day from 4 PM - 11 PM and entry...

Event Series Family Movie Night

Family Movie Night

Mount Prospect Public Library - South Branch 1711 W. Algonquin Road, Mount Prospect, IL, United States

Enjoy a movie night at the library! The movie will be shown in English with Spanish subtitles. Register to save your spot but walk-ins are welcome if there is space to accommodate. June 30: Today's feature is the live action film Charlotte's Web (G). July 21: Today's feature is Strange World (PG)

Free

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