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Event Series Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Illinois Resident Donation Day

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Illinois Resident Donation Day

The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum 2430 N. Cannon Dr., Chicago, IL, United States

We are pleased to offer weekly Donation Days—every Thursday the museum is open—for Illinois residents. Illinois residents can enjoy free admission during these Donation Days, or support us with a $10 suggested household donation at the time of admission. Illinois residents can reserve their Donation Day tickets online or in person.   For information on...

Donations appreciated

Drop-in Crafts

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

Drop in for a craft. Drop-in craft activities available beginning at 10 a.m. while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Free
Event Series Story Trail

Story Trail

Rolling Knolls 11N260 Rohrssen Rd, Elgin, IL, United States

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by experiencing a story unfold along a short trail. A craft is available to take home upon completion.

Free

Fall Crafternoon

Caldwell Woods W Devon Ave & N Nagle Ave, Chicago, United States

Use nature to inspire art and try your hand at a fall-themed craft.

Free
Event Series LEGO® Club

LEGO® Club

La Grange Public Library 10 W. Cossitt Avenue, La Grange, IL, United States

LEGO enthusiasts are invited to meet and work individually or as a group. All supplies will be provided, and your project will be on display until the next LEGO Club. Bring your imagination and creativity!

Free
Event Series Barrington Farmers Market

Barrington Farmers Market

Downtown Barrington Cook and Station St., Barrington, IL, United States

Featuring local vendors selling produce, handmade goods, kids activities, live music and much more!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Free

Community Helpers: Meet the Fire Department

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

October is Fire Prevention Month. Visit the library and meet some of our local heroes, the Wheaton Fire Department! See what equipment firefighters wear, ask questions, and see one of their trucks up close! No registration required.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fire Prevention Week.

Free

Monster BINGO

Naper Boulevard Library 2035 S Naper Blvd, Naperville, IL, United States

Find the monster images on the game board to create a BINGO and win a small prize. This is a fun way for kids and caregivers to play BINGO together without needing to know how to read or recognize numbers. We'll also be reading a fun monster-themed story. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Limit...

Free
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