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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,...
Help prune the orchard or stack wood for fuel, or see how blacksmithing skills helped farmers. Join us for the ice harvest if the lake freezes, or watch as we shear the ewes in preparation for lambing in March. There’s a new lineup every day, so follow us at facebook.com/klinecreekfarm for activity updates. Suggested admission...
Stop by the Children’s Services mailbox to pick up a special red envelope from us to bring you good luck in the Lunar New Year, while supplies last! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Ways for Families to Celebrate the Chinese New Year
On these special guided tours, hear about a common winter experience: taking care of a sick family member. Learn about “sick foods” in the 1890s, how candy was used as medicine, and how the first-floor bedroom acted as the sick room. All ages. Suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to...
A guest presenter from The Morton Arboretum will share fun nature stories that highlight how weather, trees, and animals change with the season. Twenty name tags (children only) will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start time. For age 2-6 and their grownups.
Help prune the orchard or stack wood for fuel, or see how blacksmithing skills helped farmers. Join us for the ice harvest if the lake freezes, or watch as we shear the ewes in preparation for lambing in March. There’s a new lineup every day, so follow us at facebook.com/klinecreekfarm for activity updates. Suggested admission...
Snow came early in Firefly Grove this year so Spark the Firefly gets to experience her first snow day! Join Spark as she learns all about snow, hibernation, and exciting winter activities like sledding and ice skating. Spark's Snow day includes puppets, original music, interactive movement and lots of winter fun for families.
Battle it out with NERF! Compete in games including Capture the Flag, Team Elimination and Free-for-All Combat. Food and drink provided! You can bring your own NERF guns and protective gear, or we have some to borrow! Label your belongings. For ages 6-10.
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