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Summer Kick-Off Event

Poplar Creek Public Library 1405 S. Park Avenue, Streamwood, IL, United States

Join the Streamwood Park District, Poplar Creek Library, and other community guests as we celebrate the beginning of summer! This fun and FREE night will include an obstacle course, activities, games, entertainment, vendor fair, and concession stand. No registration is necessary—just drop by!

Free
Event Series Family Storytime in Cottonwood Park

Family Storytime in Cottonwood Park

Cottonwood Park (Hoffman Estates) 2029 E Parkview Circle, Hoffman Estates, IL

Start your morning off with stories, songs, flannels and fun with our Family Storytime! This program will take place outside, weather permitting. If moved indoors, pick up free tickets at our Hoffman Estates Branch 20 minutes prior to start of the program.

Free

Firefly Family Theatre Presents: Under the Stars

Various Locations IL, United States

Join Spark the Firefly and her friends for a summer night in Firefly Grove. Sing songs around the campfire, listen to stories and watch the stars. Under the Stars includes puppets, original music, interactive movement and lots of summer fun for families! The show is ideal for ages 2-7, but has something for all ages...

Free
Event Series Play at Farm-in-the-Zoo

Play at Farm-in-the-Zoo

Lincoln Park Zoo 2001 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL, United States

From sorting pinecones to digging in smooth seeds, children ages 1–5 will explore the sights, smells, and textures that nature has to offer during this free, open-ended experience. Take in a tall tale during story time, get messy at the process art station, sift and scoop at the sensory bin, or make music.

Free

Firefly Family Theatre Presents: Under the Stars

Various Locations IL, United States

Join Spark the Firefly and her friends for a summer night in Firefly Grove. Sing songs around the campfire, listen to stories and watch the stars. Under the Stars includes puppets, original music, interactive movement and lots of summer fun for families! The show is ideal for ages 2-7, but has something for all ages...

Free
Event Series Ready, Set, Kindergarten!

Ready, Set, Kindergarten!

Helen Plum Library 411 South Main Street, Lombard, IL, United States

Drop-in activity stations recommended for children entering kindergarten in the fall, with a participating adult Starting kindergarten is such an important and fun milestone in your family. Each session will feature activity stations based on important school skills to encourage the whole family to get ready for kindergarten!

Free

VBS Space Carnival for Everyone

Western Springs Baptist Church 4475 Wolf Road, Western Springs, IL, United States

On Wednesday ONLY, We will start at 4:00pm, and All Parents, family members and Neighbors are invited to join us for FOOD, GAMES, MUSIC, RIDES & WAY MORE FUN!

Free

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