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Preschool Resource Fair

Indian Prairie Public Library 401 Plainfield Road, Darien, IL, United States

For parents. Drop in to speak with representatives from area daycares, preschools, and community and extra-curricular organizations. Continue checking in for most updated list of participating organizations. Attending in person: Darien Public Schools District 61- Mark Delay Hummingbird Children's Academy Kiddie Academy (Darien) Kingswood Academy Flyers Only: Cass School District 63- Concord Center Cass School...

Free
Event Series Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day

Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day

Brookfield Zoo 8400 West 31st Street, Brookfield, IL, United States

Free admission is available to guests on the following dates: October 1 - November 26, 2024: Tuesdays and Thursdays December 2 - December 24, 2024: Mondays and Tuesdays January 3 - February 27, 2025: Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays For more information about events like these, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

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Crafting a la Cache: Handheld Habitats

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

Celebrate National Hobby Month by crafting a handheld habitat in an Altoids tin! An interpretive naturalist will join in to discuss different animal habitats, natural environments and tin-spirations for your project. All materials will be provided, but if you have small leftovers from previous craft projects of your own, this is a great opportunity to...

Free

WinterFest

Springbrook Nature Center 130 Forest Avenue, Itasca, United States

Celebrate Winterfest, there will be snowshoes available to use on our trails, a winter scavenger hunt, crafts, hot cocoa, and s’mores around our firepit to enjoy. Free Spirit Siberian Rescue will demonstrate “mushing” with their dog sled team. JG’s Reptile Road Show will have a booth filled with awesome reptiles! Wings & Talons will be...

Free

Celebration of Lunar New Year

Dan Ryan Woods 83rd and Western Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

Activities to educate and celebrate the impact of Lunar New Year – Year of the Snake.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Ways for Families to Celebrate the Chinese New Year

Free

Family Day: Press Play

Museum of Contemporary Art 220 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Perform, watch, and be the director of your own story. Spot videos and films throughout the museum.

Free
Event Series Chinese Storytime

Chinese Storytime

95th Street Library 3015 Cedar Glade Dr, Naperville, IL, United States

A special Family Storytime presented in Mandarin with stories, songs, and activities for all ages.

Free

Winter Bash

The Recreation Complex (Wood Dale) 111 E. Foster Avenue, Wood Dale, IL, United States

Don’t let cabin fever give your family the winter blues- enjoy some cheer with our Winter Bash to ring in the New Year! From games, activities, snacks and entertainment, this indoor event is sure to be a fun event for all ages! Bring your friends, family, and festive spirit.

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