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On The Cutting Edge: Meet the Artists

Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art 1220 Kensington Road, Oak Brook, IL, United States

In honor of the Museum’s 60th Anniversary celebration, join us for an open house event with many of the professional lapidary artists featured in our Special Exhibit “On The Cutting Edge.” Activities include book signings and demonstrations for a closer look at the artistic process of gem carving. On-going Activities – 12:00 to 3:00 p.m....

Free

Storytelling with the Midwest SOARRING Foundation

Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, United States

Listen to Native stories and folk tales shared by a member of the Midwest SOARRING Foundation. Create a beaded necklace to take home.

Free
Event Series Science Explorers

Science Explorers

North Riverside Public Library 2400 Des Plaines Avenue, North Riverside, IL, United States

All that pops, fizzes, and splats! Dress for a mess! All ages; children 8 and under with an adult.

Free
Event Series Museum Play Day

Museum Play Day

Downers Grove Museum 831 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL, United States

REGISTER IN ADVANCE Spend your day off at the Downers Grove Museum for a full morning of adventures at the Downers Grove Museum. We'll make new discoveries and participate in fun games and activities relating to Downers Grove's past.

$15 – $20

Paint and Play

Bolingbrook Park District 201 Recreation Drive, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Find new ways for your children to express themselves. The program will take place outside in the pavilion, weather pending. The event will be centered around the children getting purposely dirty. The event will have at least five stations that kids can enjoy.  

Free
Event Series A Very Special Storytime

A Very Special Storytime

Waterlemon 25 S. La Grange Road, La Grange, IL, United States

TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE Every Storytime session includes a 30-minute interactive performance, during which the character of the day will interact with children by reading stories, leading group dance/singalongs, hosting a Q+A and more. The remaining time will be reserved for adorable photo ops + playing in our bright, clean, adorable play space. Tuesday 11/1 Cinderella ...

$25

Crafting a la Cache: Knit a Toque

Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E. Romeo Rd, Romeoville, IL, United States

REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 6 The voyageurs called them toques; today we call them beanies. Whatever the name, a knit wool cap is iconic and essential for winter weather! Join a naturalist for beginner-friendly instruction on how to finger knit your own winter beanie, and learn about the voyageurs and 18th-century headwear while you craft. The...

Free
Event Series A Very Special Storytime

A Very Special Storytime

Waterlemon 25 S. La Grange Road, La Grange, IL, United States

TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE Every Storytime session includes a 30-minute interactive performance, during which the character of the day will interact with children by reading stories, leading group dance/singalongs, hosting a Q+A and more. The remaining time will be reserved for adorable photo ops + playing in our bright, clean, adorable play space. Tuesday 11/1 Cinderella ...

$25

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