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Gingarte Capoeira Brazilian Dance Workshop

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

Come learn about and watch a demo of the Brazillian art form Capoeira, a fusion of martial arts and dance, by Gingarte Capoeira of Chicago, and maybe even try out a few basic moves yourself. Children and adults will be able to try out some basic capoeira steps guided by one of the Gingarte dancers.

Event Series Bee Demo

Bee Demo

Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Curious about bees and beekeeping? Join us throughout the summer as beekeeping volunteers and Head Beekeeper demonstrate techniques with active beehives and explain their work. Demonstrations are for all ages and interest levels. The public bee hives are located on the southern end of campus. Sessions run from 11:00am - 11:30am or 1:00pm - 1:30pm....

Sundae Sunday and Peaches Baseball

Naper Settlement 523 S. Weber Street, Naperville, IL, United States

The Rockford Peaches are coming to Naper Settlement! Enjoy an afternoon of baseball and history and stay for a sweet ice cream treat! Ice cream is first-come, first-served while supplies last.

​Picnic on Park

Elmhurst History Museum 120 E. Park Ave., Elmhurst, IL, United States

It’s time for a summer celebration of Chicago’s most famous foods! Join us on the museum grounds for an afternoon filled with family-friendly, food-centric games and craft activities. Explore the Eat Your Heart Out: Iconic Chicagoland Foods exhibit inside the museum. The Rainbow Cone truck will be on hand with free small cones for first...

Free
Event Series Outdoor Concert

Outdoor Concert

Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL, United States

This concert is outdoors and features lawn seating. Guests are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets, and picnics are welcome. Concessions are available from Mamie’s Toffee & Treats, Golden Eagle Hotdogs, and Aunt Tina’s Sound Bites. Standard concert etiquette applies. Please be respectful of your neighbors so that everyone can enjoy the show. No smoking...

included with parking
Event Series Storytime at Kiwanis Park

Storytime at Kiwanis Park

Kiwanis Park (Brookfield) 8200 Brookfield Ave, Brookfield, IL, United States

We are again offering summer storytimes at Kiwanis Park (133 South La Grange Rd). Bring a blanket to sit on while you enjoy stories and songs under the sun.

Free
Event Series Art at the Peck

Art at the Peck

Sheldon Peck Homestead 355 E Parkside Avenue, Lombard, IL, United States

Join us for our weekly craft time Tuesdays from 1-2 p.m. Great for all ages. Come learn about Lombard History and make a craft to take home! This week at Art of the Peck we will be creating our very own Bee Hives! The Peck Homestead has its own bee hive to help pollinate the...

Free

Cantigny Cruise Night

Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL, United States

Returning after a stellar first year: Cruise Night Tuesdays! Bring your classic or restored vehicle to the park, mingle with fellow car enthusiasts, and talk shop in the south parking lot. The First Division Museum at Cantigny Park will feature extended hours on Tuesdays until 8 pm, May 31 through September 6. The museum will...

included with parking

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