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Event Series Drop-In Acorn Express Adventures

Acorn Express Adventures

The Morton Arboretum 4100 Illinois 53, Lisle, IL, United States

We’ll seek out fun destinations to hike, make a craft, and explore new topics each week. The program is 45 minutes long and is recommended for families with children 2 years old and older. In case of inclement weather, call ahead (630-968-0074) to find out if the trams are running that day. Space is limited....

$6 – $8

Family Tech Play

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

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages. We’ll have our favorite high- and low-tech options available for families to explore.

Free

Perler Bead Creations

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

Design your own colorful bead creations! The library will provide the beads and design templates for this casual craft. Register to save your spot, but walk-ins are welcome if there is space to accommodate. For families.

Free

Let’s Paint

Franklin Park Public Library 10311 Grand Avenue, Franklin Park, IL, United States

For artists of all levels! Grab your paint brushes and join Ms. Mariela for an afternoon of creative, colorful, paint-smeared fun! Grades 2 & up — Registration is Required.

Free

Barbie Bash

DLD Dance Center 416 75th Street, Downers Grove, IL, United States

Bring your Barbie and Bestie for a fun night of Dancing at DLD's Dream House! Enjoy learning a fun dance, walking the barbie runway, photo booth, freestyling, and more!

$20
Event Series Music in the Park

Music in the Park

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

Music in the Park is back! Join us starting this Wednesday, July 12 - Wednesday, August 30 for our weekly Music in the Park. Each week a different band will take the stage from 6 PM - 9 PM at Veterans Park. There will also be various food vendors throughout the summer. So mark your...

Free
Event Series Summer Night Markets

Summer Night Markets

Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

On the last Wednesday of the month, from May 31 through August 30, from 6PM-9PM invite your friends and family to join the fun by dressing up in theme with our tenant partners, staff, and creatives. Shop local small businesses (each of which will have a limited-edition item exclusive to the theme), and enjoy free...

Free
Event Series Summer Concert Series

Summer Concert Series

Mayfair Park Mayfair & Wakefield Streets, Westchester, IL, United States

Food and drinks will be available onsite for purchase during the event; additional food vendors will be added. August 2: The 1985 August 9: Vintage Vinyl August 16: Suena Latin Jazz August 23: Soda August 30: Triple Replay   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Summer Music Concerts.

Free

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