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Archaeology Day

Sand Ridge Nature Center 15891 S Paxton Ave, South Holland, IL, United States

Learn about Calumet Region’s cultural history. Activities include archaeology displays, a mock archaeology dig, and more.

Free

Fire Department Open House

Randhurst Village 1 Randhurst Village Drive, Mount Prospect, IL, United States

Meet the Mount Prospect Fire Department at their annual Open House! All residents are welcome to enjoy a fun afternoon full of giveaways, games and treats! Special activities include a kid’s fire pole, a kid’s combat challenge, an emergency management display, fire safety and preparedness programs, and special team demonstrations. Admission is free.   For...

Free

Touch a Truck

Elgin Community College 815 E. Plank Road, Burlington, United States

The Elgin Community College Center for Emergency Services is hosting a community open house and touch-a-truck event on Saturday, September 14, at 815 E. Plank Rd., in Burlington, Ill. This family-friendly event is perfect for anyone interested in ECC’s public safety programs or for those with curious kids. Explore a range of unique emergency-response equipment, including: Sitting...

Free

Local Authors’ Fair

Berwyn Public Library 2701 S. Harlem Ave., Berwyn, IL, United States

Join us for on the Library Grounds for our 3rd Annual Local Authors' Fair! Local writers for all age groups and genres will be here to meet readers, share their work and experiences, and sell their books. Come find a new favorite and connect with authors and other readers!

Free

Timothy Christian School Resale

Timothy Christian School 188 W. Butterfield Road, Elmhurst, IL, United States

OUR Fall RESALE WILL BE HELD ON SATURDAY, September 14, 2024 IN THE HIGH SCHOOL HOVING GYMNASIUM.     For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Children's Resales and Consignment Stores.

Fall Craft Fair

Glenbriar Park 21W730 Butterfield Road, Lombard, IL, United States

We invite you to join us at the Glen located on the corner of Butterfield and 53 to shop over 30 local crafters and vendors! While you shop at the Glenbriar Park you can take a stroll along the paved path, test your balance and strength on the challenge course. We will have a live...

Event Series Deer Park Art Show

Deer Park Art Show

Deer Park Town Center 20530 N Rand Road, Deer Park, IL, United States

Deer Park Art Show fills the streets of Deer Park Town Center with thousands of original works of art from 75 artists September 14-15. There’s something for everyone-live painting classes, the Kid Zone art projects, face painting, live music, refreshing lemonade, delicious snacks, selfie stations and much more. Come get your art al fresco while...

Free

A River Thru History – The Des Plaines Valley Rendezvous

Columbia Woods Forest Preserve Willow Springs Road & Corcoran Road, Willow Springs, IL, United States

Calling all history buffs and adventure seekers! The Des Plaines Valley comes alive this September 14th and 15th with the return of the A River Thru History Rendezvous! Immerse yourself in an unforgettable journey back to a time before Chicago, when trappers, explorers, and pioneers gathered along the banks of the river. What awaits you:...

Free – $15

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