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Lajkonik Polish Song and Dance Ensemble

Trickster Cultural Center 190 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL, United States

We're hosting Lajkonik Song and Dance Ensemble at Trickster Cultural Center to celebrate Polish Heritage Month and showcase the wonderful talents of the Polish Community. The Polish Song and Dance Ensemble Lajkonik, or Lajkonik for short, focuses on promoting Polish folk culture through artistic dances, passionate songs and colorful performances. Lajkonik’s four performing groups present...

Free

Indoor Trunk or Treat

Des Plaines American Legion Post 36 1291 Oakwood Avenue, Des Plaines, United States

Children in costume, accompanied by parents, visiting stations indoors to receive those delicious Halloween treats, along with food & other prizes. A photo station will for those great pictures. Contact 847-824-3236 or americanlegion36@gmail.com.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Trunk or Treat Events.

Free

Oaktober

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

Drop in for this celebration of the mighty oak. Learn to recognize an oak tree, find out why they and other native trees are so important, and leave with an acorn or oak sapling of your own to help restore the ecosystem. You will also enjoy family-friendly games and crafts. This event is co-sponsored by...

Free
Event Series Paws in the Park

Paws in the Park

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

Calling all dog lovers! Get ready for some tail-wagging fun. Starting on June 5, we’re thrilled to announce that Mondays will be designated as “Paws in the Park Days” (excluding holidays like Labor Day and Indigenous People’s Day). So, grab your four-legged companion, hop in the car, and get ready for some Barks and Recreation...

Dental Health Storytime

Glen Ellyn Public Library 400 Duane Street, Glen Ellyn

During National Dental Hygiene month, listen as staff from Glen Ellyn Pediatric Dentistry read Sugar Bugs by Dr. Sam Weisz and Erica Weisz and learn about dental health and how to maintain a healthy smile. Twenty name tags (children only) will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start...

Free

Chinese Culture Day

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

Enjoy an opportunity to improve your understanding of China and Chinese culture Three dancers in traditional Chinese folk attire perform on a stage in front of a red banner reading “Chinese Culture Day.” In partnership with the Chinese Consulate, the Field Museum is hosting the Fall 2023 edition of its semiannual Chinese Culture Day event....

Included in general admission

Costume Giveaway Day

Sunset Community Center 710 Western Ave, Geneva, IL, United States

Our community theatre is cleaning out its closet, and we would like to give away the items just in time for the costume season! The costume giveaway will be held from 4:30-6pm Tuesday, Oct. 17 at Sunset Community Center. Items are from previous Playhouse 38 productions and include dance costumes, dresses, pants, jackets, shirts, and...

Event Series Tiny Tot Playtime

Tiny Tot Playtime

Wood Dale Public Library 520 N. Wood Dale Road, Wood Dale, IL, United States

Come explore some of the library's new toys and make some new friends. A parent must stay with their child to supervise play. Recommended age: 1- 4 years with an adult

Free
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