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Free nature-themed self-guided activities for families. No registration is required. August 5-10: Insect Orchestra August 12-17: Dinosaur Discovery Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 12:30pm and 1:30pm - 4:00pm Saturday 9:00am - 2:30pm
Enjoy Can You Hug a Forest? by Frances Gilbert with the whole family while you stroll through Diane Main Park. Simply follow the path around the lake, reading signs placed along the trail, to take in the full story. The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with...
Oceans Week: Mermaids, Fish, and Pirates will splash into Wonder Works next week! The museum will be filled with activities celebrating all things fictional and real found in the ocean! Meet and greet a real mermaid Encounter live ocean creatures at a sensory pop-up led by Oak Park Natural Pet & Fish Dress up as...
Bring a blanket or a chair and join us on the Library lawn for an end of Summer Reading concert with five-time GRAMMY nominated musician Justin Roberts. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held indoors with limited seating. Guarantee your spot by picking up a ticket beginning Saturday, July 27 at...
Bring your family out to touch and explore the different trucks that keep our community clean, safe, and running smoothly. Children of all ages are welcome to climb on and experience these large machines from behind the wheel. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Touch-A-Truck Events.
Round up and remove a notorious aquatic invader of Illinois waterways - the Rusty Crayfish! Dress for the weather and plan to get wet and muddy. Tools and info provided. Families are encouraged to bring their own nets and buckets. Awards for most crayfish, biggest crayfish and more! Drop-ins welcome.
Let’s bounce back to school! Join us for a FREE morning of bounce houses, an inflatable obstacle course, refreshments, giveaways and entertainment!
Celebrate with us on the Library Lawn with live music, ice cream from Triple Scoop'd, and fun and games. Extra perks for those who have participated in Summer Reading!
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