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Family Chess Open Play

Elmhurst Public Library 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst, IL, United States

Enjoy a day of chess with your family or with friends. We'll have many chess boards out and ready for play. Live in-person. No registration.

Free

Percy Jackson Watch Party

Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Attention all Camp Half-Blood Campers! We're hosting a surprise viewing of the first episode of the new Disney+ Percy Jackson show! Join us for snacks and a take-home craft. (Grades 3–5)

Free

Robot Rumble

Arlington Heights Memorial Library 500 N. Dunton Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL, United States

Have fun trying out an assorted collection of library robots and discovering what feats they can accomplish. Can a robot climb a ramp, go swimming, or play a xylophone? Find out during this drop-in program.

Free

First Friday: Spark’s Snow Day with Firefly Family Theatre

Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, Geneva, IL, United States

Snow came early in Firefly Grove this year, so Spark the Firefly gets to experience her first snow day! Join Spark as she learns all about snow, hibernation, and exciting winter activities like sledding and ice skating. Spark's Snow Day includes puppets, original music, interactive movement, and lots of winter fun for families! Every First...

Free

Tween/Teen Escape Room – FULL

Schaumburg Township District Library 130 South Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL, United States

Follow a series of clues and solve a variety of puzzles in our blizzard-themed escape room. Beat the clock to win prizes!

Free
Event Series First Fridays

First Fridays

Downtown Aurora Aurora, IL, United States

First Fridays is a night of art, fun, music, dance, and community at local businesses and venues in downtown Aurora on the first Friday evening of the month. First Fridays in Downtown Aurora invites the community to enjoy art, music, food, theater, and more on the first Friday of the month. First Friday venues have...

Free

Snow Ball

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

Brrring the family and come chill with us as the Library transforms into a wintry wonderland. Fun for all ages, including crafts, games, tasty treats, and live music from guitarist Josh Skaja. First floor. Register for a reminder email or drop in.

Free

Early Literacy Expo

Santori Library (Aurora) 101 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United States

Welcome to the Aurora Public Library District’s 2nd Annual Early Literacy Expo! At this event, the library will connect families with valuable resources in the community, including Preschools and Daycares. Preschool and Daycare representatives will be available on-site for families to learn about their organizations (including cost, curriculum, and staffing). Non-profit organizations and other social...

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