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Family Reading Night: Slightly Scary Stories

Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United States

Enjoy (light) frights as we share our favorite scary stories for kids and their grownups. Costumes welcome! Drop in. Story Room. Part of our Halloween Happenings!

Movie Screening: Back to the Future

Hanover Park Branch 1266 Irving Park Road, Hanover Park, IL, United States

When teenager Marty McFly is blasted to 1955 in the DeLorean time machine created by the eccentric Doc Brown, he finds himself mixed up in a time-shattering chain reaction that could vaporize his future, and leave him trapped in the past.

Free
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
Event Series Drop-In Acorn Express Adventures

Acorn Express Adventures

The Morton Arboretum 4100 Illinois 53, Lisle, IL, United States

We’ll seek out fun destinations to hike, make a craft, and explore new topics each week. The program is 45 minutes long and is recommended for families with children 2 years old and older. In case of inclement weather, call ahead (630-968-0074) to find out if the trams are running that day. Space is limited....

$6 – $8

Firefly Family Theatre Presents Spark’s-Not-So-Spooky Stories

Clarendon Hills Public Library 7 N. Prospect, Clarendon Hills, IL, United States

Join Spark the Firefly and her friends for a series of Halloween stories, movement, and songs! This show includes puppets, original music, dance, and lots of not-so-spooky fun! The show is ideal for ages 3-7 but has something for all ages to enjoy.

Free

Spooky Rocks and DIY Trick-or-Treat Bags

Wheaton Public Library 225 N Cross Street, Wheaton, IL, United States

Stop by to decorate a spooky rock and a trick-or-treat bag! While supplies last.

Free

Costume Show-off

Maywood Public Library 121 S 5th Avenue, Maywood, IL, United States

Show off your halloween costume and pick up some spooky treats! No Registration! / ¡Ensena tu disfraz de Halloween y resive una bolsa de dulces! ¡No hay registro!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.

Free

Tarde de Manualidad & Pelí: Coco

Santori Library (Aurora) 101 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United States

Ven a la Biblioteca Santori para disfrutar creando una manualidad inspirada por la película Coco, viendo la película Coco y comiendo bocadillos y refrescos. ¡Ven vestido como uno de tus personajes favoritos de la película! Todas las edades son bienvenidos. 5 - 5:45 p.m. MANUALIDAD: Crea tu propia guitarra de juguete. Usaremos pintura y cajas...

Free

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