Scales-N-Tales Storytime
Franklin Park Public Library 10311 Grand Avenue, Franklin Park, IL, United StatesStart your Friday morning off at the library with a fun storytime all about animals. A new animal each week! Some bilingual Spanish.
Free
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Events Calendar
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Fall Color Hike
Tekakwitha Woods Forest Preserve 35W076 Villa Maria Road, St. Charles, United StatesWho doesnβt love to see the beautiful color changes in Kane Countyβs autumn woodlands? During this program, weβll explore Tekakwitha Woods Forest Preserve to learn about the science behind leaf color changes as we enjoy a Naturalist-led hike.
Free
Family Engineering: Earthquake Challenge
Mount Prospect Public Library 10 S. Emerson, Mount Prospect, IL, United StatesBrainstorm, design, build, and test structures to solve problems and help make the world a better place, just like real engineers! Best for families with children ages 5-11. How do architects make buildings that can withstand earthquakes? The Instrumental Seismic Intensity tool, created by Hispanic scientist Arturo Arias SuΓ‘rez, predicts how strong an earthquake will...
Free
Scarecrow Fest
Downtown St. Charles IL, United StatesThe 39th annual Scarecrow Weekend will be held October 11th-13th in downtown St. Charles, Illinois. 110+ handmade scarecrows will be showcased around town for visitors to view and vote on their favorites. There will be a Family Zone with live entertainment and family fun as well as an Activity Zone with festive photo ops, Scarecrow-to-Go...
Free
Elgin Farmers Market
Downtown Elgin South Riverside Drive, Elgin, IL, United StatesShop a great selection of vendors, listen to live music, enjoy great food and have an awesome time in Downtown Elgin! The Downtown Elgin Market brings 30-45 vendors to Downtown Elgin every Friday. Watch for weekly updates on our Downtown Elgin Market Facebook Page. For information on more events like this, check out our...
Free
Ghoulish Golf
River View Miniature Golf Course 8 North Avenue, St Charles, IL, United StatesMix it up this Halloween with a game of crazy golf with spooky surprises at every turn. Enter at your own risk! Some family-friendly light scares possible. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.
$8
Monster Mash Carnival
The Forge: Lemont Quarries 1001 Main Street, LemontMonster Mash Carnival is packed with family-friendly Halloween-themed activities, carnival rides, live music and plenty of fall food and beverage options (caramel apples, anyone?). Whether you're trick-or-treating at one of our adventure activities or taking a hayride through the beautiful Heritage Quarries Recreation Area, there's something for everyone to enjoy. The Forge is offering a...
Halloween Happening
Wheaton Park District Community Center 1777 S. Blanchard Rd., Wheaton, IL, United StatesCARNIVAL GAMES* | BOUNCE HOUSE* | TOUCH-A-TRUCK | CANDYLAND TRAIL* | SENSORY TABLES | FOOD TRUCKS* *Some activities require a small fee. Costumes encouraged for this activity-filled Halloween event. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.
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