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Indoor Recess

Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, United States

Hopscotch, balance beam, and more are set up for you to explore.

Free

Exotic Animal Show

Fox Valley Mall 195 Fox Valley Center, Aurora, IL, United States

Join us for a hands-on educational experience with Crosstown Exotics Animal Show on Friday, April 19th at 4pm in Center Park. This event is free and open to all ages. Crosstown Exotic’s reptile shows explore the prehistoric world of reptiles and amphibians and how they have been able to survive since the age of the...

Free
Event Series Coding Club

Coding Club

Prospect Heights Public Library 12 N. Elm Street, Prospect Heights, IL, United States

Join our code master and think like a computer while programming with cool games and activities! Perfect for beginner coders. Register for one session only.

Free
Event Series Week of the Young Child

Week of the Young Child

Various Locations IL, United States

Schedule of Events Monday, April 15 Bolingrook Recreation & Aquatic Complex (200 Lindsey Lane) 5:30 pm Children’s Entertainment Show – Gym Tuesday, April 16 Annerino Community Center (201 Recreation Drive) 12:30-1:15 pm Ninjas (Ages 3-5 years) 1:30-2:15 pm Gymnastics (Ages 3-5 years) 2:00-3:00 pm Outdoor Art (Ages 2-5 years w/Adult) – Central Park Pavillion 3:30-4:30...

Free

Outdoor Cooking

Camp Bullfrog Lake 9600 Wolf Road, Willow Springs, IL, United States

Cooking outdoors is easy and fun! Learn how to prepare food both over a fire and on a stove. Ages 12-17 w/adult.

Free

Earth Day Craft-O-Rama

Indian Trails Public Library - Indian Trails Branch 99 E. Palatine Road, Suite A, Prospect Heights, IL, United States

All ages. Join us for a fun evening of crafting. Get inspired and create something unique with our large selection of leftover craft supplies and materials. There will be no instructional portion during the program. Registration not required.

Free

Bugapalooza

Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak Park, IL, United States

🐞 Calling all young explorers and bug enthusiasts! Get ready for a buzzing adventure at Bugapalooza, where we’ll delve into the fascinating world of insects and their incredible habitats. Join us for 5 days filled with excitement, learning, and lots of buggy fun! 🐜 Bugapalooza activities are included in your Wonder Works admission. No extra...

Included in general admission

Des Plaines River Cleanup

The Depot (River Forest) 401 Thatcher Avenue, River Forest, IL, United States

This is a RAIN or SHINE EVENT PRE-REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 4PM ON 4/19 Make a difference this Earth Day by participating in the annual Des Plaines River Cleanup! Volunteer your time to clean up the Des Plaines Riverbank and Thatcher Woods. Clean up bags, disposable gloves, and first aid supplies will be available at both...

Free

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