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Chinese Story Time with Starlink Global Education

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

Starlink Global Education brings their interactive Chinese story time to the Library. Enjoy stories, songs and an introduction to Chinese. Register. Program Room.

Free

Zoo Baby Playtime

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

Learn all about the new babies at the Brookfield Zoo in this animal-themed playtime! (Ages 3–5 with an adult)

Free

Lunar New Year with Jewel-Osco

Jewel Osco (Chicago) 1340 S Canal Street, Chicago, IL, United States

This celebration includes: Sampling and live demos Lion dance performances Live traditional music Cultural insights and activities Giveaways and more!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Ways for Families to Celebrate the Chinese New Year

Free

Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella

Cahn Auditorium 600 Emerson St, Evanston, IL, United States

The Dolphin Show at Northwestern University is thrilled to produce Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella for its 82nd annual production. The nation’s largest student-produced musical will take place from January 24th to February 1st, 2025 in Cahn Auditorium (600 Emerson St, Evanston, IL). Perfect for children and families, The Dolphin Show’s production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella centers around the themes of imagination and empowerment, exploring...

$10 – $25

Community Cares

DuPage Children's Museum 301 N. Washington St., Naperville, IL, United States

Give the new year a great start and join us for Community Cares at DuPage Children’s Museum. We’re teaming up with local organizations to give children and their families opportunities to give back to their community in a fun, interactive way. Collecting Donations for Loaves & Fishes: DCM will be accepting unopened non-perishables and toiletries....

Included in general admission

Kids Care Fun Fair: Spread Kindness!

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

Drop in for fun, kid-friendly activities that help make the world a better place. Stop at one station or explore them all! Best for ages 11 and younger with their families. Station 1: Color because you care Send a smile! First, design a special card with markers, stickers, and decorations. Then, put the card into...

Free

Preschool and Enrichment Fair

Park Ridge Public Library 20 S Prospect Avenue, Park Ridge, IL, United States

We're back. Join us at the Library to learn about some of the wonderful daycare, preschool and enrichment facilities in the area, all in one place! Representatives from dozens of schools and organizations will be available to answer your questions. Drop in anytime 10:00am - noon!

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

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