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Event Series Summer First Fridays

Summer First Fridays

Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak Park, IL, United States

What’s better than summer nights? Summer nights filled with creative play! This summer, we’re staying open LATE on the first friday of June, July and August. Join us at Wonder Works on June 2, July 7 and August 4 anytime from 10am – 6pm to celebrate summer with creative play. We can’t WAIT to PLAY...

Included in general admission

Time with the Authors

Bellwood Public Library 600 Bohland Ave, Bellwood, IL, United States

Celebrate the end of our Summer Reading program by meeting local children book authors! Join us for a reading and performances by live book characters. Books and autographs will be available.

Free
Event Series Central Park Story Time

Central Park Story Time

Elmwood Park Public Library 1 Conti Parkway, Elmwood Park, IL, United States

Bring a blanket and positive vibes to Central Park for a drop-in story time with songs, dancing, and fun! Ages 1-8 with caregiver. No registration required.

Free
Event Series Flop Ball Fridays

Flop Ball Fridays

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

What is Flop Ball? Think hacky sack but flat! The Flop Ball is a flat, round, sand-filled hand sack that is manipulated using the back of your hand. Players (ages 8 and up) will learn basic moves and then be challenged with games and tricks.

Free
Event Series First Fridays

First Fridays

Downtown Aurora Aurora, IL, United States

First Fridays is a night of art, fun, music, dance, and community at local businesses and venues in downtown Aurora on the first Friday evening of the month. First Fridays in Downtown Aurora invites the community to enjoy art, music, food, theater, and more on the first Friday of the month. First Friday venues have...

Free
Event Series Endless Summerfest

Endless Summerfest

Gordon Park Ogden & Tilden, La Grange, IL, United States

Admission Fee to the Fest grounds at Gordon Park: $5 after 5pm on Friday; $5 after 3pm on Saturday & Sunday. Seniors 60+ FREE before 5pm. Kids under 16 FREE. There is no admission fee to enter the Carnival. Don’t miss the highlight of Chicago’s legendary summer festival scene in the western suburbs. The La...

Event Series Festa Italiana

Festa Italiana

Naper Settlement 523 S. Weber Street, Naperville, IL, United States

Festa Italiana returns to Naperville this Summer season! It’s time to channel your inner Italian and celebrate the music, food, culture, and spirit of Italy. Come with an empty belly and join our meatball eating contest or sip on your favorite vino at our Tuscan-inspired wine bar. You’ll enjoy the sights and sounds of Italy...

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