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Gabby’s Dollhouse at Yorktown Center

Yorktown Center 203 Yorktown Center, Lombard, IL, United States

Get ready for a purr-fectly fun time on July 27th and 28th at Yorktown Center! Gabby’s Dollhouse is bringing the “Party with Marty the Party Cat” tour to town, and your family is invited to the ultimate celebration! Step inside Gabby’s Dollhouse and meet Marty the Party Cat, the coolest cat around! Explore character-themed rooms,...

Free
Event Series Wicker Park Fest

Wicker Park Fest

Wicker Park 1425 N. Damen Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

As one of Chicago’s most anticipated summer festivals, and dubbed "Chicago's Best Street Festival of the Summer " by the Chicago Tribune, Wicker Park Fest is one of Chicago’s top-drawing festivals, attracting visitors from across Chicagoland and the country with its fantastic music line-up. Wicker Park Fest reflects the neighborhood’s rich musical heritage, vibrant nightlife...

Free

Willow Springs Blues Fest

One Village Circle 1 Village Cir, Willow Springs, IL, United States

12:30 – 1:10 The John Millard Band 1:25 – 2:45 Women in the Blues Featuring Sonia Astacio, Sheryl Youngblood, w/ Nick Manos Band 3:00 – 3:45 Robert Kimbrough Sr. Blues Connection 4:05 – 5:05 Demetria Taylor & Her Bad Boys 5:25 – 6:55 John Primer & The Real Deal Blues Band 7:10 – 8:10 The...

Event Series DuPage County Fair

DuPage County Fair

DuPage County Fairgrounds 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton, IL, United States

As one of the largest industries in Illinois, agriculture was the foundation for what is known today as the DuPage County Fair. Over 180 years ago when local farmers felt it was important to bring the community together, they decided to take turns hosting a Fair. The gatherings promoted agriculture and farming and included livestock...

Insect Inspectors Storytime – FULL

Mount Prospect Public Library - South Branch 1711 W. Algonquin Road, Mount Prospect, IL, United States

Want to learn some creepy, cool insect facts? Want to see some critters up close? Join us for a bug-themed storytime! This program entails a story, songs, and a craft, followed by various interactive activities with kid-safe bug samples! Best for ages 4-8.

Free

Dave DiNaso’s Reptile Show

Aurora Public Library - West Branch 233 S Constitution Drive, Aurora, IL, United States

Take in this live, up-close, interactive presentation about several species of amphibians and reptiles from around the globe. For children of all ages and their caregivers.

Free
Event Series Make with Wood

Make with Wood

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

If you like to work with your hands, this program is for you! Learn safe hand tool techniques for working with wood and create projects that reflect your own style and taste. Themes change monthly. This drop-in program meets on-site at the Arboretum. Every 30 minutes between 1:00 and 3:00pm. Space is limited and available...

Included in general admission

Books and Banter: Movie Edition

Lisle Public Library 777 Front Street, Lisle, United States

Join other 4th-8thgraders on the fourth Saturday of every month as we discuss a different title. This month, read the book, and then join us as we watch the tv show adaptation. Drinks and treats will be served. Registration opens 5 weeks before the book club meeting. This month's book is A Series of Unfortunate...

Free

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