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Lunar New Year Party

Mount Prospect Public Library 10 S. Emerson, Mount Prospect, IL, United States

You're invited to celebrate with exciting lion dance performances, crafts, and activities. Bring your family and friends so we can wish each other happiness and good luck in the coming year! Best for ages 11 and younger with their families. Two billion people from around the world celebrate Lunar New Year, which begins on January...

Free
Event Series Lowe’s Kidsโ€™ Workshops

Lowe’s Kidsโ€™ Workshops

Lowes (check your local store) IL, United States

Workshops are hosted by our Red Vests from 10:00am โ€“ 1:00pm, in-store only. Don't forget Builder Recognition โ€“ attendance must be validated by an associate for credit. Confirm you have selected the correct store, date, time and number of mini-DIYers. Submitted registrations cannot be edited or undone. We look forward to building with you and...

Free
Event Series Life-Size Candy Land

Life-Size Candy Land

Hoffman Estates Branch 1550 Hassell Road, Hoffman Estates, IL, United States

Follow the rainbow path through a life-size version of the classic board game Candy Land. Travel as a group around a delicious world of sweets and make your way to the front desk for a treat. Suited for families or small groups of friends (best for children 3 and up; young children should have a...

Free

Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day

Brookfield Zoo 8400 West 31st Street, Brookfield, IL, United States

Free admission is available to guests on the following dates: October 1 - November 26, 2024: Tuesdays and Thursdays December 2 - December 24, 2024: Mondays and Tuesdays January 3 - February 27, 2025: Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays For more information about events like these, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Free

Winter Dance Performance Series

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

Start your year with dance and movement at Wonder Works Childrenโ€™s Museum, thanks to a grant from the youth and family services committees of the Oak Park Township and the River Forest Township. Performance Schedule: Denita Inez from Desueno Dance โ€“ Salsa Dancing โ€“ Thursday, January 2 Gina and Robby from Momenta Dance โ€“ Winter...

Included in general admission
Event Series Skating in the Park

Skating in the Park

Parkway Bank Park 5501 Park Place, Rosemont, IL, United States

Rosemontโ€™s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district is thrilled to kick off the holiday season with the return of its Chicago Wolves Ice Rink Saturday, November 23. Admission to the Chicago Wolves Ice Rink is free. Guests are invited to bring their own skates or rent skates on-site for $8. The Chicago Wolves Ice Rink will...

Free
Event Series Dual Language Storytime

Dual Language Storytime

Various Locations IL, United States

Experience rich culture and beautiful languages from around the world during our dual language storytimes! Books, rhymes, and songs will be shared to help foster an appreciation for the many languages spoken throughout our wonderful multicultural community. The activities presented are family oriented with stories suitable for the youngest ages. This program welcomes both those...

Free
Event Series Winter Wonderland

Winter Wonderland

Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Join nature educators to explore Play & Grow Garden, play and build with natural materials, and learn how to use tools safely! We will also be staying warm with our toasty bonfire, making sโ€™mores, and drinking hot chocolate (vegan and gluten free options available upon request). Activities will include: Fort Building Fairy Furniture Whammy Doodles...

Free

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