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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 Daysβ€”every Thursday the museum is openβ€”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
Event Series Sensory Storytime

Sensory Storytime

Woodridge Public Library 3 Plaza Dr, Woodridge, IL, United States

This storytime program provides a modified environment and is intended for families with disabilities, on the autism spectrum, and/or sensory processing disorders. If your family does NOT require a modified sensory environment, please see the events calendar to register for an unmodified storytime.

Free
Event Series Thursdays in the Field

Thursdays in the Field

Trailside Museum of Natural History 738 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL, United States

Drop in at Trailside on the 3rd Thursday of each month to connect to nature through fun themed activities for adults and kids. Led by the IL Ext. Master naturalists. Sep 19: β€œNative Seed Explorers” Oct 17: β€œNight Fliers – Bats & Owls”

Free

Fall in the Forest

Lake Katherine 7402 W. Lake Katherine Drive, Palos Heights, IL, United States

Ride out to the Children's Forest in a hay wagon and participate in fall related activities including pumpkin decorating and scavenger hunt.

$15
Event Series La Hora de Cuentos

La Hora de Cuentos

Various Locations IL, United States

Β‘Sumerja a sus hijos en un nuevo idioma o aumente la fluidez durante este divertido programa lleno de historias y rimas en espaΓ±ol! Immerse your kids in a new language or increase fluency during this fun program full of stories and rhymes in Spanish!

Free

Halloween Craftapalooza

Eola Road Branch 555 S Eola Road, Aurora, IL, United States

Create three Halloween themed crafts: a Halloween character mask, a spooky agamograph, and a paper haunted house! For ages 6+ with a caregiver.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.

Free
Event Series Family STEAM Night

Family STEAM Night

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

Drop in between 6-7:30 pm to try out some STEAM activities as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Recommended age: 5 years and up with a caregiver

Free
Event Series Schaumburg Farmers Market

Schaumburg Farmers Market

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

At the Schaumburg Farmers Market, you’ll find locally grown fruits and vegetables, certified organic produce, microgreens, meats, flowers, plants, gourmet cheeses, and dog treats sold by the vendors that produce them. The market also features decadent pastries, baked goods, meat pies, natural juices, olives and olive oil, pierogies, empanadas, and knife sharpening services. This family...

Free
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