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Event Series Bookworms

Bookworms

Cosley Zoo 1356 North Gary Avenue, Wheaton, IL, United States

Do you and your child love stories and animals? Come read a story, meet an animal, and make a craft. Children must be accompanied by a non-paying adult. Each program is different. 

$9 – $11.50

Fluoride Day

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

REGISTER IN ADVANCE It’s Fluoride Day! Fluoride is Illinois’ state mineral and an important ingredient in toothpaste! Come out to Isle a la Cache and get the β€œtooth” about this mineral. Participants will get plenty of wisdom from a naturalist and have a chance to make their own toothpaste.  

Free

Family Fun: Minute to Win It Around the World

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

Team up with your family to share exciting experiences, challenges, and activities designed for maximum fun! This month, try out simple games from around the world!

Free

Wildlife Among You

La Grange Park Public Library 555 N. La Grange Road, La Grange Park, IL, United States

A Naturalist from Little Red Schoolhouse will discuss and lead a hands-on program about the native mammals that live in and around your neighborhood. Join us as we dive deeper into how these mammals thrive and what you can do to discourage unwanted visits from these critters.

Free

Lucky Lunar New Year

Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Stop by the Children’s Services mailbox to pick up a special red envelope from us to bring you good luck in the Lunar New Year, while supplies last!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Ways for Families to Celebrate the Chinese New Year

Event Series Little Tots Nature Class

Little Tots Nature Class

Bartlett Nature Center 2054 W Stearns Road, Bartlett, IL, United States

Join us for an hour of fun. We will learn about the theme that week and do a craft together. Adult must actively participate and engage with the child. Fee is for both child and adult.

$13

Farmhouse Tours: Keeping Your Family Healthy in Winter

Kline Creek Farm 1N600 County Farm Road, West Chicago, IL, United States

On these special guided tours, hear about a common winter experience: taking care of a sick family member. Learn about β€œsick foods” in the 1890s, how candy was used as medicine, and how the first-floor bedroom acted as the sick room. All ages. Suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to...

$5
Event Series Free Family Days

Free Family Days

Chicago Children's Museum 700 E Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

In partnership with the Chicago Children’s Museum (CCM), Navy Pier guests can enjoy five fun-filled days of activities for families and children (ages 10 and under) on the last Thursday of each month from January – May and two additional days of activities in September & October. Admission to the Chicago Children’s Museum is free,...

Free

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