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Event Series StoryWalk: Owl Babies

StoryWalk: Owl Babies

Diane Main Park 200 W 59th St, Westmont, IL, United States

Enjoy Owl Babies by Martin Waddell with the whole family while you stroll through Diane Main Park. Simply follow the path around the lake, reading signs placed along the trail, to take in the full story. The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library....

Free

Chicago History Museum Illinois Resident Free Day

Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

The Museum offers free days to Illinois residents throughout the year, including commemorative days like Presidents’ Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Fourth of July. Upcoming 2024 Illinois resident FREE days include: August 28; September 2, 25; October 14, 23; November 5, 11, 20; December 18   For information on more events like this,...

Free
Event Series PlayLab PlayDate

PlayLab PlayDate

Field Museum 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Drop in to the Crown Family PlayLab for free weekly activites for 2-6 year olds!

Included in general admission

Free Admission Day for Illinois Residents

Chicago Botanic Garden 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL, United States

ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR NON-MEMBERS. The Chicago Botanic Garden offers a number of Free Admission Days for Illinois residents each year. Preregistration for nonmembers is required and will extend until the Garden is at capacity; parking fees apply. Visitors can preregister up to two months in advance for free admission days.    For information...

Free

Istvan and His Imaginary Band

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

Join Istvan & His Imaginary Band for a fun-filled morning at the Library! His cleverly crafted, award-winning kids' music will have the whole family singing, dancing, and laughing together on your day off school. Tickets available at the Children’s Services desk beginning Monday, September 30.

Free

Ben’s Bubble Show

Batavia Public Library 10 S. Batavia Ave., Batavia, IL, United States

Tickets available beginning October 7 Ben’s Bubble Show is a blend of art, science and a touch of magic. You’ll be entertained and inspired to create some amazing bubbles of your own. Tickets are required for this program and will be available to pick up at the Youth Services Desk beginning Mon., Oct. 7. Space...

Free
Event Series Sensory-Friendly Storytime

Sensory-Friendly Storytime

95th Street Library 3015 Cedar Glade Dr, Naperville, IL, United States

Enjoy a quieter, slower-paced storytime geared towards children with sensory issues who may be overwhelmed in a traditional storytime setting. Books and activities will be designed for children with sensory sensitivities. Ages 3-7 with an adult caregiver. Limit 10 child/caregiver pairs.

Magical Meet n’ Greet with Hermione Granger

Lemont Public Library 50 E Wend St, Lemont, IL, United States

Attend charms class, then meet the cleverest witch of her age as you pose for your perfect portrait and have it autographed by Hermione herself! Sponsored by the Friends of the Lemont Public Library.

Free

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