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The Gaming Hour: Switch Games Edition

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

Geared for K-5 Join us for an hour of gaming! No registration required.

Free

Sensory Night

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

Explore a variety of construction-themed stations! Children of all ages with autism, neurodivergence & physical disabilities are invited to celebrate the start of Sensory Storytime at this event!

Free
Event Series Sensory Storytime

Sensory Storytime

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

Enjoy a welcoming and sensory-friendly storytime for children with autism, neurodivergence and physical disabilities. Please register so we can ensure a comfortable sensory experience. (All ages)

Free
Event Series I am a Scientist

I am a Scientist

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center 9800 Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs, IL, United States

Ignite your child’s sense of wonder and curiosity as we explore, experiment, and make discoveries in the natural world. Ages 4-5 w/adult.

Free
Event Series Wee Wonders

Wee Wonders

Sand Ridge Nature Center 15891 S Paxton Ave, South Holland, IL, United States

Learn about nature through music, movement, stories, and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult. Dec 11: Hibernation Jan 8: Snowflakes Feb 12: Animal Tracks

Free
Event Series Stories at the Nature Center

Stories at the Nature Center

Creek Bend Nature Center 37W700 Dean Street, St. Charles, IL, United States

Children are invited to hear stories at the Creek Bend Nature Center at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve. After the program, explore the Nature Center and walk the trails. Cosponsored with the Forest Preserve District of Kane County.

Free

DuSable Museum of African American History Free Days

DuSable Museum of African American History DuSable Museum of African American History, Chicago, IL, United States

DuSable Museum of African-American history is free to Illinois residents to visit on Wednesdays. We also give free admission to military and to first responders. That means Police, Fire, EMT’s. With valid ID.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Free

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