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Early Childhood Resource Fair

Santori Library (Aurora) 101 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United States

At this free event, the library will connect families with valuable resources in the community, including social services, preschools, and daycares. The event will run from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Welcome to the Aurora Public Library Districtโ€™s 3nd Annual Early Childhood Resource Fair! At this event, the library will connect families with valuable resources...

Free

PopCon

Indian Prairie Public Library 401 Plainfield Road, Darien, IL, United States

Celebrate all things fandom & pop culture! Artists' Alley: 10 a.m.โ€“4 p.m. Windy City Ghostbusters Drop-In: 10 a.m.โ€“4 p.m. Welcome Lobby Table Drop-In: 10 a.m.โ€“3 p.m. Pop-Up Crafts Drop-In: 10 a.m.โ€“3 p.m. Superhero Training Academy: 10:30โ€“11:15 a.m. or 12:30โ€“1:15 p.m. (Tickets are required) How to Draw Anything with Gene Ha: 11โ€“11:45 a.m. (Registration required) Maker...

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

Total T Magic Show

Nichols Library 200 W. Jefferson Ave, Naperville, IL, United States

Experience an awe-inspiring magic show featuring the incredible Magician Total T! Be amazed by dazzling illusions, then learn some fun magic tricks to impress your friends. This event is perfect for kids of all ages, but especially suited for children ages 4-12. Don't miss out on the magic! Participants should pick up a numbered entry...

Free

George Washington Carver and Friends

Wheaton Public Library 225 N Cross Street, Wheaton, IL, United States

Black History heroes laid the groundwork for some of the most amazing discoveries of the modern era, especially when it comes to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Hosted by the incredible scientist, George Washington Carver, a man who invented thousands of uses for the lowly peanut, this show introduces students to other incredible scientists, entrepreneurs,...

Free
Event Series Family Free Play

Family Free Play

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

Come hang out at the library and play with toys, games, and more. It will be fun for the whole family!

Free

Ice-A-Palooza

Central Athletic Complex 500 S Naperville Rd, Wheaton, IL, United States

Ice-A-Palooza is a free outdoor event featuring skating, entertainment, food truck, and more! Preschool Activities Tent & Outdoor Games | 11A-1P Hot Cocoa Bar | Enjoy a cup of delicious hot cocoa with all your favorite toppings โ€“ $3 Sโ€™mores Kits | Make your own delicious sโ€™more โ€“ $1 Airbrush Tattoos | 11A-1P Chicago Steel...

Free

Black History Month Kickoff Drop-in

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center 9800 Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs, IL, United States

Enjoy a short viewing of Baratunde Thurstonโ€™sโ€”an American writer and conservationistโ€”award-winning PBS series America Outdoors. Snacks provided.

Free

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