Events

Lava Island
  • 9:00am
  • Drop In Crafts

    Feb 13, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Rolling Meadows Library, Rolling Meadows

    Stop by the library to make a new craft each week.

    Free
  • 9:30am
  • Chicago History Museum Illinois Resident Free Day

    Feb 13, 2026 | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM Chicago History Museum, Chicago

    Explore the Chicago History Museum with no admission fees.

    Free
  • Oceans Wonders

    Feb 13, 2026 | 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM Wonder Works Children's Museum, Oak Park

    Make a splash as Ocean Wonders transforms the museum into an underwater adventure.

  • 10:00am
  • ARTstravaganza

    Feb 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Lisle Library District, Lisle

    Make a mess at the library.

    Free
  • Fridays in the Field

    Feb 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center, Willow Springs

    Explore outdoors with the Forest Preserve District of Cook County.

    Free Registration Required
  • Science Heroes: The Adventure of the Missing Color

    Feb 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Barrington Area Library, Barrington

    Explore STEM topics at the library.

    Free
  • Valentines Day Storytime & Craft

    Feb 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Palatine Public Library, Palatine

    Sign up in advance for a crafting session.

    Free Registration Required
  • Cupid's Cuties Dance Party

    Feb 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library, Brookfield

    A Valentine’s Day music and movement party for babies and toddlers, full of heart-shaped fun, dancing, and family-friendly activities.

    Free Registration Recommended
  • Bilingual Storytime: Polish, Dwujęzyczne opowieści

    Feb 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM Park Ridge Public Library, Park Ridge

    Visit the library for Polish and English stories, songs, and activities.

    Free
  • Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day

    Feb 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Brookfield Zoo Chicago, Brookfield

    Free admission throughout the months of January and February, except January 19 and February 16.

    Free
  • Morning Glories

    Feb 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM Garfield Park Conservatory, Chicago

    Join this free, drop-in program for children ages 0–3 to explore science and nature themes, with activities designed to support motor skills, sensory play, and family social interaction.

  • Happy Hearts

    Feb 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM St. Charles Public Library, St. Charles

    Celebrate Valentine's Day with creative play and motor skill exercises. Drop in anytime.

    Free
  • Family Open Lab

    Feb 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM SciTech, Batavia

    Register in advance for discounted admission at these open play hours.

    Registration Recommended
  • 10:30am
  • Nature Storytime

    Feb 13, 2026 | 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Glen Ellyn Public Library, Glen Ellyn

    A nature storytime with a guest from The Morton Arboretum.

    Free
  • 11:00am
  • Scales-N-Tales Storytime

    Feb 13, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Franklin Park Public Library, Franklin Park

    Visit the library for a storytime about animals.

    Free
  • Free Admission for Illinois Residents

    Feb 13, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM The Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago

    Visit the Art Institute of Chicago for free admission.

    Free
  • Valentine's Bingo

    Feb 13, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Riverside Public Library, Riverside

    Join BINGO fun at the library. No registration required.

    Free
  • Lovely Valentines

    Feb 13, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Poplar Creek Public Library, Streamwood

    Make Valentines at the library.

    Free Registration Required
  • Connect and Play Library Playdate

    Feb 13, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Schaumburg Township District Library, Schaumburg

    Visit the library for an interactive session of play.

    Free
  • 11:30am
  • Cuentos en Español

    Feb 13, 2026 | 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Elmwood Park Public Library, Elmwood Park

    Visit the library for bilingual storytime.

    Free Registration Required
  • 1:00pm
  • Homeschool Hangout

    Feb 13, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Wheaton Public Library, Wheaton

    Visit the library to learn and meet other homeschool families.

    Free
  • 1:30pm
  • Ella-Palooza

    Feb 13, 2026 | 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Fountaindale Public Library District, Bolingbrook

    Dance along to this special programming celebrating Black History Month.

    Free
  • 2:00pm
  • Art Sparks: A Homeschool Meet-Up

    Feb 13, 2026 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Oswego Public Library, Oswego

    Join this creative session for homeschooling families.

    Free
  • LEGO Building Challenge: Derby Races

    Feb 13, 2026 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Schaumburg Township District Library, Schaumburg

    Build cars with LEGOs.

    Free Registration Required
  • 2:30pm
  • Afternoon Movie Showing: Cool Runnings

    Feb 13, 2026 | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM Hoffman Estates Branch, Hoffman Estates

    Head to the library for a special movie showing.

    Free
  • Movie: Hidden Figures

    Feb 13, 2026 | 2:30 PM - 4:45 PM Geneva Public Library District, Geneva

    Registration is recommended for this special movie showing.

    Free Registration Recommended
  • 3:00pm
  • Kicia Kocia. Kochamy

    Feb 13, 2026 | 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM Elmwood Park Public Library, Elmwood Park

    Join Poland’s beloved cat, Kicia Kocia, on her monthly adventures exploring the world with curiosity and enthusiasm.

    Free
  • 3:30pm
  • Game Day Fridays

    Feb 13, 2026 | 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Maywood Public Library, Maywood

    Join digital gaming at the library.

    Free
  • 4:00pm
  • Youth STEM Club

    Feb 13, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Bellwood Public Library, Bellwood

    Visit the library for STEM fun.

    Free
  • Stories and Snacks

    Feb 13, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Schiller Park Public Library, Schiller Park

    Enjoy snacks and stories at the library.

    Free
  • Sports Heroes A to Z

    Feb 13, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Des Plaines Public Library, Des Plaines

    Bright Star Theatre presents a performance on sports heroes for K–5 children, highlighting athletes like Babe Ruth, Michael Jordan, and more.

    Free
  • Junior RPG Club

    Feb 13, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 5:45 PM Park Ridge Public Library, Park Ridge

    Register in advance for a gaming session.

    Free Registration Required
  • Murder Mystery

    Feb 13, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Downers Grove Public Library, Downers Grove

    Solve the crime before time runs out.

    Free
  • 5:00pm
  • Heart Beat Boogie

    Feb 13, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Woodridge Public Library, Woodridge

    Sessions begin at 5:00pm and 6:00pm for this dance fun.

    Free Registration Required
  • Leprechaun Trap

    Feb 13, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Elmwood Park Public Library, Elmwood Park

    Get creative and make a leprechaun trap. Registration is required.

    Free Registration Required
  • 7:00pm
  • Second Fridays: Dream Lover! Vintage Songs of Love

    Feb 13, 2026 | 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM Barrington Area Library, Barrington

    Head to the library for a live music performance.

    Free

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