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Storytime with a Screech Owl

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

Enjoy stories, then meet a and learn about screech owls. It’s storytime with a screech owl, presented by the Northern Illinois Raptor Rehab & Education staff. Children help tell the story of Screech Owl at Midnight Hollow. This program includes puppets, displays of wings, tails, feet, pellets, and live birds showcasing an educational and fun...

Free
Event Series Building Toward a New Year

Building Toward a New Year

Elmhurst Public Library 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst, IL, United States

Drop in and build something awesome. Live in-person. Drop-in. No registration. December 26: MagnaTile Day December 27: KEVA Plank Day December 28: Giant Tinker Toy Day December 29: LEGO Day

Free

Puzzlepalooza

Berwyn Public Library 2701 S. Harlem Ave., Berwyn, IL, United States

Families with Children. Drop in, no registration required. Winter break got you puzzling about what to do for fun? Come by the library to enjoy our impressive selection with the whole family!

Free

Mid-Day Show: The Super Mario Bros. Movie

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

For grades 1-6. Enjoy a lively viewing of the 2023 Super Mario Bros. Movie with friends and family. A Mario-themed coloring activity is available. Younger siblings welcome at parent discretion.

Free

Holiday Owl Prowl for Families

Messenger Woods Nature Preserve Bruce Road and Cedar Road, Home Glen, IL, United States

REGISTER IN ADVANCE Owls are so mysterious! They sleep during the day, wake up at dusk and are always hiding in plain sight. But will we hear them or see them? That’s the mystery! Find out which owls can be found in Illinois, then enjoy a guided hike on the trail to listen for owls.

Free

Escape the Library

Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, Geneva, IL, United States

The secret key to the Library is missing, and you are locked in the study room! Can you find the key to escape? You will have 20 minutes to work together as a team to find the secret Library key and open the door to escape the study room. Each team can have a maximum...

Free

Lego Challenge

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

Drop in for a family Lego challenge featuring a variety of challenge cards to test your building skills. Your family's creation will be displayed in the Library for all to see! Program available while supplies last.

Free
Event Series Building Toward a New Year

Building Toward a New Year

Elmhurst Public Library 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst, IL, United States

Drop in and build something awesome. Live in-person. Drop-in. No registration. December 26: MagnaTile Day December 27: KEVA Plank Day December 28: Giant Tinker Toy Day December 29: LEGO Day

Free

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