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Event Series Paws-itively Magical

Paws-itively Magical

Oakbrook Center 100 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL, United States

Whether they’ve been naughty or nice, treat your furry friends to the spirit of Christmas. Stop in for pet photos with Santa and create a new holiday tradition that’s totally un-fur-gettable.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Pet Photos with Santa.

Digging Up Dinos

Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Become a paleontologist as you dig up and assemble a T-Rex, just like Sue at The Field Museum!

Free

The Floor is Lava

Franklin Park Public Library 10311 Grand Avenue, Franklin Park, IL, United States

Oh no! The floor is lava in the Saeli Community Room (Large Meeting Room). Can you escape unscathed from the lava and DINOSAURS?! Find out on Tuesday, November 26th at 4:30 pm.

Free
Event Series Illinois Resident Free Evenings

Night Dives: Illinois Resident Free Evenings

Shedd Aquarium 1200 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Our Illinois Resident Free Days include access to all open animal and permanent exhibit and seasonal Stingray Touch. Take a deeper look at our current available exhibits here. We offer several reservation options for Free Days. For those who prefer to plan ahead, online ticket reservations are available with a $5 convenience fee per order....

Free
Event Series Family Movie Night

Family Movie Night

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

Dress in comfy clothes, bring a comfy pillow or blanket, and join us for a movie! We'll have some snacks available and you're welcome to bring your own. Our sensory items and activities will be available to use during the movie. No registration required.

Free
Event Series Nature Discovery Days

Nature Discovery Days

Knoch Knolls Nature Center 320 Knoch Knolls Road, Naperville, IL, United States

Discover the owls that live in our area year-round and the ones that might visit during the winter months. Investigate the amazing adaptations owls possess to hunt at night, play owl games, make an owl craft, touch owl feathers, read books about owls and more! Free, drop-in program Self-guided activity stations Designed for ages 4-10...

Free

Field Museum Illinois Resident Free Day

Field Museum 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Free Wednesdays are the perfect opportunity for you to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family or a group of science-loving friends. Adventure through the wilderness on a desert safari, explore ancient civilizations, and come face-to-face with prehistoric creaturesβ€” all in one place. The Field Museum has so much to explore, you’ll need more...

Free

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