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Wild Wednesdays are back for the season at Garfield Park Conservatory! Join Family Programs staff outdoors in Play and Grow Garden for free, drop-in activities, such as fort building, bug hunts, chalk drawing, and more! Find us every Wednesday evening from 4:00-7:30 pm. Just head outside through our Desert House doors and follow the giant...
Local farmers market with a variety of stands. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.
Bring in gently used books and leave with some new-to-you books! Any genre and reading level; nature-themed, large print, braille, and audio books encouraged.
Show appreciation for grandparents by making a special craft inspired by the book "A Maleta Full of Treasures." (Grades K–5 with an adult) Hurra para los Abuelos (Sin registro previo) Miércoles, 18 de Septiembre, 4:30–5:30 p.m. Grados K–5 con un adulto Muestra aprecio por los abuelos haciendo una manualidad especial inspirada en el libro Una...
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about the origins of piñatas, decorating your very own piñata, and enjoying candy. Materials will be supplied, just bring your creativity! Registration opens on August 18th. For ages 8+ with a caregiver.
Join us September 12- 22, 2024 for the Twelfth Annual Glendale Heights Oktoberfest® which will be held at Camera Park in Glendale Heights, Illinois. Experience live entertainment daily including strolling German “Oompah” entertainers under our tent in what Backyard Oktoberfest refers to as “…one of the most authentic around”. We have a great selection of...
The new Percy Jackson book is coming out soon! Join us for some series related activities and games to celebrate! No registration required.
Traveling StoryWalks are a collaboration between the Park District, Plainfield Area Public Library, Joliet Public Library and Plainfield Police Department. The events feature a craft that goes with the story and a frozen sweet treat courtesy of the Plainfield Police Department. No need to register. All dates are FREE!
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