Boredom Busters
Palatine Public Library 700 N North Court, Palatine, IL, United StatesEnjoy dinosaur puzzles, games, and coloring pages on the activity tables in the Youth Area. Grades 1 and up. Drop in.
Free
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STEM Stations
Westmont Public Library 428 North Cass, Westmont, IL, United StatesFlex your STEM muscles as you play, build, design, problem solve, and collaborate at each station. Grades K – 5 with a caregiver
Free
Family Movie: Harold and the Purple Crayon
Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United StatesBring the family to watch Harold and the Purple Crayon on our big screen. Wigglers and wailers welcome. Enjoy popcorn and movie-friendly activities, too. Drop in. Meeting Room.
Free
The Magic of Gary Kantor
Wheaton Public Library 225 N Cross Street, Wheaton, IL, United StatesCome watch a thrilling and entertaining magic show by Gary Kantor. Gary's magic has been enjoyed by over 500,000 children. This show is packed with vanishing acts, mind-reading tricks, and a variety of hilarious tricks that will have the children rolling on the floor with laughter. The show is appropriate for all ages (even the...
Free
Fantastical Fall Forest
Chicago Children's Museum 700 E Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL, United StatesYou're invited to gather in our ribbon forest! See, feel, touch, and hear all about what makes you and your community special. Leave with a sparkling surprise!
Included in general admission
Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art Museum Free Day
Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art 1220 Kensington Road, Oak Brook, IL, United StatesWednesdays are Free Admission Days sponsored by RBC Wealth Management. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Free
Drop-In Craft: Turkey Time
Batavia Public Library 10 S. Batavia Ave., Batavia, IL, United StatesDrop-in craft activities available beginning at 10 a.m. while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Free
Triceratops Handprint Card
Palatine Public Library 700 N North Court, Palatine, IL, United StatesStop by to make a simple craft with your child. Each week explores a different topic to spark your child's creativity and curiosity. Ages 3-7. While supplies last. Drop in.
Free
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