Game Day Fridays
Maywood Public Library 121 S 5th Avenue, Maywood, IL, United StatesJoin digital gaming at the library.
Free
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Events Calendar
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Guest Reader: Michiniewicz Ballerinas
Three Stories Books 310 Canal Street, Lemont, IL, United StatesCome in your favorite tutu to celebrate "The Bear Who Wanted to Dance" with authors Ella and Mia Michiniewicz.
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Lunar New Year
Oak Park Conservatory 615 Garfield Street, Oak Park, IL, United StatesCelebrate the Lunar New Year at the Oak Park Conservatory with Brookfield Zoo’s ZAP. Registration is required.
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Juniper Junction
The Morton Arboretum 4100 Illinois 53, Lisle, IL, United StatesVisit The Morton Arboretum to experience Juniper Junction, a large-scale model train display at the Firefly Pavilion from February 14–22.
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Go Nuts for Donuts Storytime
Helen Plum Library 411 South Main Street, Lombard, IL, United StatesJoin one of two play sessions and enjoy a sweet treat.
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Noon Lions Club Free Vision Screening
Aurora Public Library- Santori Library 101 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United StatesFree vision screening for all children up to 16 years old.
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Oceans Wonders
Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak Park, IL, United StatesMake a splash as Ocean Wonders transforms the museum into an underwater adventure.
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STEAM Saturdays
Maywood Public Library 121 S 5th Avenue, Maywood, IL, United StatesVisit the library for special, investigative programming.
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‘I Am Not a Costume!’ Reading and Book Signing
Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E. Romeo Rd, Romeoville, IL, United StatesMeet Indigenous author Maria DesJarlait at Isle a la Cache Museum for a reading of her children’s book.
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Saturday Morning Cartoon Party
Lisle Library District 777 Front Street, Lisle, United StatesVisit the library for a special movie showing.
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Spark’s Snow Day
Glen Ellyn Public Library 400 Duane Street, Glen EllynA winter-themed family show featuring puppets, music, movement, and interactive fun.
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Legopalooza Open Lego Play
Riverside Public Library 1 Burling Rd, Riverside, IL, United StatesCome play and create with LEGOs at the library.
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Kids Club
Michaels (check your local store)Get creative at Michaels stores with this free workshop.
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Colgate® Bright Smiles,Bright Futures Van and Community Fair
Aurora Public Library- Santori Library 101 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United StatesVisit the library for dental hygiene information, free cleanings, and more.
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Lowe’s Kids’ Workshops
Lowes (check your local store) IL, United StatesHead to your local Lowe's for a children's workshop. Projects change each month. Registration is recommended.
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Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Brookfield Zoo Chicago 8400 West 31st Street, Brookfield, IL, United StatesFree admission throughout the months of January and February, except January 19 and February 16.
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Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL, United StatesRegistration is required for this hands-on, STEM event.
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Argyle Lunar New Year Celebration
Uptown 4956 N. Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL, United StatesVisit the Uptown neighborhood's annual Chinese New Year events for a festive parade and family-friendly activities.
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Dig in to Play: Toddler Sensory Time
Elmhurst Public Library 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst, IL, United StatesGet ready for some messy fun at the library.
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Super Saturday: Kidworks “African American History…Live!”
Indian Trails Public Library District 355 Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling, IL, United StatesJoin Kidworks for a 50-minute, interactive journey through 400 years of history with drumming, dancing, and stories of American heroes.
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Dance to China: Lunar New Year Celebration
Vernon Area Public Library 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire, United StatesCelebrate the Year of the Horse with regional Chinese dance performances.
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Tiny Great Performances
DuPage Children's Museum 301 N. Washington St., Naperville, IL, United StatesDuPage Children's Museum hosts special performances and programs on select Saturday mornings.
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Early Learning Expo
Fountaindale Public Library District 300 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL, United StatesExplore early childhood resources, connect with experts, and prepare for your child’s learning journey.
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Character Visit: Ice Queen
Three Stories Books 310 Canal Street, Lemont, IL, United StatesEnjoy a magical Ice Queen storytime at the bookstore.
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Winter Wonderland
Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Avenue, Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin nature educators to explore Play & Grow Garden, play and build with natural materials, and learn how to use tools safely! We will also be staying warm with our...
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Love Your Health Community Health Fair
Yorktown Center 203 Yorktown Center, Lombard, IL, United StatesA family-friendly event featuring local wellness professionals, resources, giveaways, and more.
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Movie Afternoon
Schiller Park Public Library 4200 Old River Road, Schiller Park, IL, United StatesVisit the library to watch an afternoon movie.
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Brick Builders
Naper Boulevard Library 2035 S Naper Blvd, Naperville, IL, United StatesCome to the library for LEGO fun.
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Board Game Afternoon
Caldwell Woods W Devon Ave & N Nagle Ave, Chicago, United StatesEnjoy a drop-in afternoon of nature-themed board games for all ages.
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Maple Sugaring
Kline Creek Farm 1N600 County Farm Road, West Chicago, IL, United StatesLearn about maple sugaring techniques.
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Craft Supply Swap
Mount Prospect Public Library 10 S. Emerson, Mount Prospect, IL, United StatesExchange crafting goods with local families.
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Global Connections: Lunar New Year
Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesVisit the Aon Grand Ballroom for family-friendly fun.
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Steppin’ at the Mall
Fox Valley Mall 195 Fox Valley Center, Aurora, IL, United StatesHead to the mall for a dance session.
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Train Saturdays
DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E Wesley St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesVisit the museum for their monthly operations of the HO Scale Model Train.
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Chinese New Year: Year of the Horse
Aurora Public Library- Santori Library 101 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United StatesCelebrate Chinese New Year traditions through stories, crafts, and more.
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What’s On The Menu?
River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL, United StatesVisit the nature center during feedtime to learn more about their animals.
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Dinosaur Dimensions
St. Charles Public Library 1 S. 6th Street, St. Charles, IL, United StatesCelebrate Dinovember with Curt Strutz’s interactive dinosaur show.
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Glow in the Snow
Central Park (Naperville) 104 E. Benton, Naperville, IL, United StatesFamilies can enjoy a scavenger hunt, animal encounters, hot cocoa, themed crafts and games, photo ops, and more.
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Wonder Works for Everyone
Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak Park, IL, United StatesThe museum opens early for inclusive play and special programming.
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Juniper Junction
The Morton Arboretum 4100 Illinois 53, Lisle, IL, United StatesVisit The Morton Arboretum to experience Juniper Junction, a large-scale model train display at the Firefly Pavilion from February 14–22.
Included in general admission -
Oceans Wonders
Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak Park, IL, United StatesMake a splash as Ocean Wonders transforms the museum into an underwater adventure.
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Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Brookfield Zoo Chicago 8400 West 31st Street, Brookfield, IL, United StatesFree admission throughout the months of January and February, except January 19 and February 16.
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Kids Free Day
Chicago Children's Museum 700 E Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL, United StatesEnjoy a free day with special programming.
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Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL, United StatesRegistration is required for this hands-on, STEM event.
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Wild Cards
Oswego Public Library 32 Jefferson St, Oswego, United StatesLearn new card games at this special program for grades 3-5.
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Make Break
Michaels (check your local store)Visit your local store for a crafting session.
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Maple Sugaring
Kline Creek Farm 1N600 County Farm Road, West Chicago, IL, United StatesLearn about maple sugaring techniques.
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