Events Calendar
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Adler Planetarium Illinois Resident Free Days
Adler Planetarium 1300 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United StatesThe Adler is excited to announce that we will be free for Illinois residents (with proof of residency) every Wednesday evening from 4-10 pm (our new Wednesday hours.) Stop by after work or school, or for date night and enjoy everything the Adler has to offer at night, for free as part of our Illinois...
Create-A-Puzzle
Eola Road Branch 555 S Eola Road, Aurora, IL, United StatesCelebrate National Puzzle Day by creating your very own jigsaw puzzle! Registration opens on Sunday, December 29th at 9 a.m. Ages 6-11 with a caregiver.
Wednesday Fun Night
Arlington Heights Memorial Library 500 N. Dunton Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL, United StatesCome in your pajamas or your play clothes; just be sure to bring the whole family for this evening storytime that features a different activity each week. For kids up to 6 with caregiver. Siblings welcome.
Family Craft Night
Santori Library (Aurora) 101 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United StatesBring the whole family for craft night at the library! Each week we will feature up-cycled materials. Ages 4 + with a caregiver.
Chat and Play Cafe
Indian Trails Public Library - Main Branch 355 Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling, IL, United StatesJoin unstructured playtime for you and baby. Enjoy coffee, a sweet treat and conversation while the little ones socialize and play. The new format allows you to join and leave at your convenience.
Plum Playdate: Baby and Toddler
Helen Plum Library 411 South Main Street, Lombard, IL, United StatesDrop-in activities recommended for ages 3 months-5 years, with a participating adult Meet up with a friend or make a new one during this casual playgroup for our littlest learners and their caregivers. Drop in any time to explore self-directed play stations and toys. During the last half hour of this program, we'll adapt the...
Development Screenings with the Glenbard Early Childhood Collaborative
Helen Plum Library 411 South Main Street, Lombard, IL, United StatesDrop-in event recommended for children 2 months–5 years, with participating adult. Come learn how your child is growing and developing! The Glenbard Early Childhood Collaborative will be offering free developmental screenings to assess communication, gross motor skills, problem solving, and personal-social skills. Families will receive activity ideas to encourage their children’s development at home. If...
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