Lyman Woods at the Library
Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, United StatesA naturalist from the Lyman Woods visits the library to teach us about our local wildlife and their natural world.
Free
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Events Calendar
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Fridays in the Field
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center 9800 Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs, IL, United StatesUniversity of Illinois Extension Certified Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities. Jul 5 & Jul 12 β Cicadas Jul 19 β Amphibians & Reptiles Jul 26 β Wildflowers Aug 2 β Bats Aug 9 β Squirrels Aug 16 β Deer Aug 23 β Beetles Aug 30 β Fossils
Free
Storytime in the Garden
Proksa Park 3001 S. Wisconsin Ave, Berwyn, IL, United StatesJoin us and the Proksa Park's Children's Garden for summer storytimes, complete with activities, crafts, and gardening time in the community garden! In the event of bad weather, storytime will be cancelled for the week.
Free
Tots in the Park
Alcott Center 530 Bernard Drive, Buffalo Grove, IL, United StatesFREE performances for children of all ages. Bring a blanket. In case of inclement weather, performances will be held inside the Alcott Center. June 14 - Super Stolie June 28 - Miss Jamieβs Farm July 19 - Ben Tatar July 26 - Istvan and His Imaginary Band August 2 - Todd Downing Tall Tales and...
Free
Molly Morrell and her Ukulele
Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak Park, IL, United StatesJoin us twice this month for interactive musical activities with Molly Morrell and her ukulele at 11:00 during our special programming time! Molly brings so much joy to the museum with her instrument. Dancing feet are very welcome! No pre-registration is required. This program is made possible thanks to a grant from the Oak Park...
Included in general admission
Fun Fridays
Reed-Keppler Park 129 W. National Street, West Chicago, IL, United StatesKids entertainment series. Subject to weather. June 28: Todd Downing July 12: The Headspin Guy July 26: Jay Jay Magic & Bubbles August 2: The Frog Lady August 9: Nanny Nikki For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Summer Music Concerts.
Free
Friday Fun Day
Wood Dale Public Library 520 N. Wood Dale Road, Wood Dale, IL, United StatesExplore, discover, and imagine with our new educational play stations. We rotate our toys every week to ensure our future veterinarians, doctors, chefs, and store clerks never get bored! Drop in anytime between 11-4:30 for this self-guided, free-play day. Recommended age: 3 years and older
Free
Freezy Friday
Various Locations IL, United StatesFreezy Fridays are back this summer! Come beat the heat with the Hoffman Estates Police Department on August 2 at South Ridge Park, 1450 Freeman Rd., for FREEZE POPS for everyone from noon until 1 p.m. UPCOMING FREEZY FRIDAY EVENTS: South Ridge Park, 1450 Freeman Road: August 2 Seascape Aquatic Center, 1300 Moon Lake Blvd:...
Free
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