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Aurora Farmers Market – West

West Plaza (Aurora) 1999 W. Galena Boulevard, Aurora, United States

The oldest farmers market in Illinois, the Aurora Farmers Market will be beginning its' 113th season on June 1st, 2024! Every week, our markets feature fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables, decadent baked goods and pastry items, a selection of local food trucks and vendors (including Aurora's famous Dick's Mini Donuts), delicious coffee, one-of-a-kind artisan...

Free
Event Series Picnic on the Riverwalk

Picnic on the Riverwalk

Amphitheater on the Riverwalk SE Corner of Jackson & Eagle St, Naperville, IL, United States

Enjoy an all-ages, Family Storytime and puppet show on the Riverwalk. This program will be held outdoors at the Riverwalk Amphitheatre across Jackson Ave. from Nichols Library. In the event of inclement weather or a heat index above 95 degrees, this program will be moved indoors to the Nichols Community Room.

Free

Craft at Engstrom Park

Engstrom Park 326 Millview Drive, Batavia, IL, United States

Join Library staff at Engstrom Park for an easy drop-in craft, weather permitting. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Co-sponsored by the Batavia Park District.

Free

Amazing Adventures at Annerino

Central Park (Bolingbrook) 201 Recreation Drive, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Join our outreach staff and the Bookmobile this summer for a variety of programs, stories, and games. Free drop-ins, no tickets necessary, all ages welcome. June 5 - Mess Fest June 12 - Super Stolie Guacamole June 19 - Polar Party and Stuffed Animal Field Trip June 26 - Summer Sketchbooks July 3 - Puppet...

Free
Event Series Wacky Wednesday

Wacky Wednesday

Memorial Park (La Grange Park) 132 West Oak Avenue, La Grange Park

Spend some quality time with your little ones and enjoy free children’s entertainment, sure to put a smile on everyone’s faces. The series takes place from 11am to noon on Wednesdays in July. Participants should bring a blanket and water bottle. Groups are welcome! In anticipation of the heat, this event will be held in...

Free
Event Series Casting on the Pier

Casting on the Pier

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

Casting On The Pier is back! Join us starting June 5 from 11am until 1pm, weather permitting. The team of skilled and friendly volunteers will be outside on the pier to teach both spin and fly casting every Wednesday this summer and fall through August 28. Participation is on a first come, first serve basis...

Included in general admission

Under the Sea Storytime with Ariel

Franklin Park Public Library 10311 Grand Avenue, Franklin Park, IL, United States

Open to children 2-10 with Caregiver — Registration is required. **Registration will open on June 17th ** Ariel joins us from Under the Sea for a very special Storytime! She’ll read stories, sing songs, and you’ll get your very own picture taken with her.

Free

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