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Be Who You Are Book Parr-ty

Mount Prospect Public Library 10 S. Emerson, Mount Prospect, IL, United States

Come celebrate the things that make us special on Be Who You Are Day, created by beloved children’s author Todd Parr. We will get inspired by Todd’s stories and explore fun activities to celebrate individuality, kindness, and inclusivity. Best for families with children ages 2 and older.

Free

Harvest Festival

Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United States

You really autumn know about our fall fest! Enjoy storytelling and light refreshments, paint a pumpkin, and join in seasonal crafts and activities for all ages.

Free

Day of Play

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Join us as we celebrate the worldwide day of play at the Aurora Regional Fire Museum. Celebrate with us and receive $5 family admission. Check out the entire museum and stop by various stations throughout the museum. Complete all of the activities and receive a fire themed book and a Fire Museum Junior Firefighter Badge!...

NIU STEM Fest

NIU Convocation Center 1525 W Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb, IL

STEM Fest 2023 is Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. We’ll be back on central campus, with STEM Fest activities in the Holmes Student Center, MLK Commons and Founders Memorial Library. We hope you’ll join us to welcome visitors of all ages to this free family event celebrating science, technology, engineering...

Free

Friends Book Sale

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

Shop hundreds of gently used books, CDs, movies, audiobooks and more. Don't miss our Bag Sale all day on Sunday! Proceeds from the sale directly support Fountaindale programs and materials.

Free

LEGO Creations

Eola Road Branch 555 S Eola Road, Aurora, IL, United States

See custom displays of LEGOS, talk to the builders and be inspired to build your own creations at home! All ages. Drop in This is a great way to inspire thoughts around STEM subjects or Art! Windy City LUG is a local group that builds their own creations with LEGO.

Free
Event Series Artisan Market

Artisan Market

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

The Oak Brook Artisan Market is returning to Oakbrook Center for two outdoor markets in 2023. Meet and shop the Midwest's finest artisans in fashion, food, home goods + art on Saturday, June 10 from 10am to 6pm, Sunday, June 11 from 11am to 6pm, Saturday, September 30 from 10am to 6pm, and Sunday, October...

Free

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