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Family Day: Donkey Hodie Cast Appearance with Puppet Demo and Workshop

Elmhurst Art Museum 150 Cottage Hill Avenue, Elmhurst, IL, United States

Donkey Hodie and her friends, Purple Panda and Bob Dog, visit the museum to present a behind-the-scenes puppet demonstration. Following a 1:00pm live-action puppet demonstration will be a 2:00pm meet-and-greet for families and hands-on activities to guide them to make their own unique puppets. This imaginative process will be explored through character creation, sketching a...

Included in general admission
Event Series Summer Drop-In Days

Summer Drop-In Days

Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL, United States

Summer Drop-In Days, every Wednesday and Saturday, offer activities that explore history and culture in creative ways! Sessions may have a military theme or French spin — for example, apply strategic thinking to an Army challenge or dive into French culture through “Inventions Magnifique.” No sign up and no charge! Just stop by the First...

Included in general admission

Latin (sub)Urban Art Walk

Downtown Naperville 55 South Main Street, Naperville, IL, United States

Join us for the Inaugural Latin sub(URBAN) Art Walk in Downtown Naperville on Saturday, July 20 from 1-4PM. FREE TO ATTEND. Held in partnership with the DuPage Hispanic Alliance, come stroll through a variety of downtown shops and restaurants and immerse yourself in Latin culture and artistry from acclaimed Latin Artists! You’ll be amazed at...

Free
Event Series Crosstown Exotics

Crosstown Exotics

La Grange Park Public Library 555 N. La Grange Road, La Grange Park, IL, United States

Get an interactive experience with live reptiles and fascinating insects that highlight the wonders of the animal kingdom. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding and appreciation for these incredible creatures.

Free

Chris Fascione: Juggling Funny Stories

Berwyn Public Library 2701 S. Harlem Ave., Berwyn, IL, United States

You’ll be laughing out loud as nationally-known family entertainer Chris Fascione brings children’s stories to life with his high-spirited and innovative performances. Full of energy, humor and imagination, Chris creates colorful characters through his unique combination of acting, storytelling, comedy, and juggling. A Storytelling World Award winner, Chris brings out the kid in everyone, as...

Free
Event Series Bluesmobile Cruise Nights

Bluesmobile Cruise Nights

Downtown Mount Prospect Northwest Highway and Main Street, Mount Prospect, IL, United States

Come view the coolest classic cars around. The Mount Prospect Lions Club is sponsoring Bluesmobile Cruse Nights every Saturday. Each week, there will be a new theme. Admission is free.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Classic Car Shows.

Free
Event Series Live on the Lake

Live on the Lake

Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

Enjoy free live music every weekend in the Navy Pier Beer Garden! Live on the Lake! is an outdoor live music series featuring Chicago’s best bands, along with regional and national acts, who will perform countless genres and styles of popular music every weekend. Bring your friends, enjoy the music, and take in the lakeside...

Free
Event Series Elk Grove Rotary Fest

Elk Grove Rotary Fest

Rotary Green (Elk Grove Village) 164 Lions Drive, Elk Grove Village, IL, United States

Enjoy rides and games provided by All Around Amusement. Check out live music Thursday thru Saturday. Food Vendors and Beer Court including wine and seltzers. Rotary Fest is the annual fundraising event for The Elk Grove Rotary Club. Funds help support local, regional, national and international causes. Enjoy rides, live music, food and drinks while...

Free
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