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Event Series Splash of Color

Splash of Color

Palatine Public Library 700 N North Court, Palatine, IL, United States

Stop by to create your own Dive Into Reading -inspired art piece. Use your imagination to create underwater adventures with ocean animals or a relaxing beach scene. Want to show off your work? Submit a picture to kids@palatinelibrary.org or ask a staff member to take your photo to be displayed on the monitors. Saturdays, 10:00...

Free

FanCon 2023

Arlington Heights Memorial Library 500 N. Dunton Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL, United States

It's a bird. It's a plane. It's FanCon 2023! Whether you're Team Marvel, Team DC, or something else entirely, we invite all fans to a day full of in-person fandom. From Dungeons & Dragons to Star Wars, we’ve got a little something for everyone including hands-on workshops, an improv show, video game tournaments, crafts, and...

Free

National Ice Cream Day

GH20 Aquatic Center 240 Civic Centre Plaza, Glendale Heights, IL, United States

Games and activities revolving around everyone's favorite summer treat: ice cream! Sundae bar opens at 3:00 pm. Ice cream available while supplies last so come early and hungry!

Event Series Live on the Lake

Live on the Lake

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

Navy Pier’s weekly outdoor live music series features 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 summer views. *Schedule subject to change.   For information on more events like this, check...

Free

Family Yoga

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

Yoga fun for the whole family! Spend a Sunday afternoon in the library with a fun and relaxing family yoga session. There will be games, stories, songs, and LOTS of yoga poses! Best suited for kids aged 3 to 8, but all are welcome! At least 1 caregiver MUST be present. Register once per family....

Free
Event Series Concerts at the Glen

Concerts at the Glen

Glen Briar Park (Glen Ellyn) 21W730 Butterfield Road, Glen Ellyn, IL, United States

Grab the kids and some snacks and join the Butterfield Park District for an outdoor concert. What better way to enjoy a summer afternoon than to spread out a blanket and listen to some great tunes at The Glen.     For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Summer...

Free
Event Series Sundae Funday

Sundae Funday

Prospect Park (Park Ridge) 733 N Prospect Avenue, Park Ridge, IL, United States

Enjoy a free ice cream treat at the Splash Pad between Noon-12:30pm & 3:30pm-4:00pm (while supplies last). Stop by for a sweet treat on a hot day!

Free
Event Series Sounds of Summer Concerts

Sounds of Summer Concerts

Heritage Park Performance Pavilion 201 Community Boulevard, Wheeling, IL, United States

Every summer the Heritage Park Performance Pavilion comes alive with a variety of community events for all ages. This one of a kind outdoor stage and views of Heritage Lake make it the perfect venue to enjoy music and movies on the lawn. Bring the whole family to listen and dance to the most in-demand...

Free

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