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The Bloomingdale Maker's Market was started in the Summer of 2020 by Alicia Eisenmann of Delish Cakes. The market was called "Maker's Market" and was created as a safe space for people to sell their goods during Covid. What started with 12-18 vendors in 2020 quickly grew to 60 vendors for the 2021 season. The...
Explore the vibrant cultures and traditions of Latin America in the beautiful natural settings of The Morton Arboretum at Celebración de los Árboles on Saturday, September 28, and Sunday, September 29, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Celebración de los Árboles honors the vibrant cultures of Mexico and Mesoamerica, where the Arboretum does important work...
Watch out as you explore the Conservatory – you may run into a Budding Botanists! on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00am to 3:00pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids of all ages at our Budding Botanists station. These programs are drop in and no preregistration is required. You can stop by and interact with...
BRICK CONVENTION is the Greatest LEGO® Fan Event on Earth and brings all of the creative hands-on, minds-on fun of LEGO® building and experiences together in one activity- and entertainment-packed family event for children of all ages and builders of all skills and interests. A portion of the proceeds from each Brick Convention is donated...
Celebrate autumn’s arrival with the Forest Preserve District! At this popular, family-friendly festival, we’ll have pumpkin painting, mule-drawn hayrides, games, crafts, folk music and refreshments. Note: Admission is free, however there is a nominal fee for crafts, hayrides and refreshments. Registration is not required. For information on more events like this, check out our...
Enjoy a 30-minute ride while learning about the forest preserve’s heritage and natural areas. Rides begin at 1, 1:45, and 2:30 p.m. All ages; under 13 with an adult. $5 per person ages 5 and up; under 5 free. No registration. Questions? Call 630-580-7025.
Ignite your child's curiosity with STEAM Explorers - the ultimate adventure in science, technology, engineering, art, and math! Let your kids unleash their creativity and problem-solving skills through hands-on activities. Ignite your child's curiosity with STEAM Explorers - the ultimate adventure in science, technology, engineering, art, and math! Let your kids unleash their creativity and...
Come see what life was like for the early settlers of Glen Ellyn, on the same spot where early residents lived! Try your hand at 1840's life. There will be live farm animals, music, craft-making for kids, candle making, corn shelling, apple peeling, pioneer games and toys; learn how to do laundry 1840’s style, experience...
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