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Kids’ Muster with the DG Fire Department

Fishel Park 1036 Grove Street, Downers Grove, IL, United States

Join the Downers Grove Fire Department of a morning of fun and games with the firefighters at the Kids' Muster. Kids can take part in the bucket brigade, water ball fight, slide down the fire pole and use a real fire hose to spray a small house. The event concludes with a Tug-o-War between kids...

Free

StoryWalk at the Riverwalk

Riverwalk Grand Pavilion in Centennial Park 500 W. Jackson Avenue, Naperville, IL, United States

Combine the benefits of literacy, physical fitness, and family fun while walking along the Riverwalk. Pages from a featured picture book will be posted along a designated path. Maps will be available at the starting point and participants can read and stroll at their own pace. Craft kits will be provided at the end of...

Free

Hummingbird Fest

Sagawau Environmental Learning Center 12545 W 111th St, Lemont, IL, United States

Join us for activities, viewing, and demos of how the birds are banded for tracking and research purposes.

Free

Anniversary Celebration Day

Cosley Zoo 1356 North Gary Avenue, Wheaton, IL, United States

On August 17, 1974, Cosley Zoo opened as Cosley Animal Farm. Join us to commemorate this day and take part in a scavenger hunt, giveaways, treats, and more. No registration required, regular admission rates apply.

Included in general admission

Family Messy Art

Poplar Creek Public Library 1405 S. Park Avenue, Streamwood, IL, United States

Join Miss Shannan for a fun-filled story and a messy, seasonal art activity. Dress for mess! Please register children only, not adults.

Free

Family Zumba Party

Heritage Park (Wheeling) 582 US-45, Wheeling, United States

Zumba with the whole family! Enjoy a fun and energetic class featuring our awesome Zumba instructors.

Free

Touch a Truck

Butterfield Park District Rec Center 21 West 730 Butterfield Rd, Lombard, IL, United States

Join the Butterfield Park DIstrict as we host our first Touch-A-Truck. The event is to show the community how these different trucks keep our community safe, clean, and running smoothly. By joining us at this free family friendly event that will bring children of all ages, including adults, and gives them a chance to touch,...

Free

Back-to-School Crafts at the Museum

Elk Grove Historical Museum 399 Biesterfield Road, Elk Grove Village, IL, United States

Step back in time this back-to-school season! Visit the Museum to explore school days of the past and create your own historically-inspired crafts to take home. To learn more visit, https://bit.ly/4dr5VaH or a Customer Service Counter.

Free

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