Hummingbird Rooftop Hangout
Hidden Oaks Nature Center (Bolingbrook) 419 Trout Farm Road, BolingbrookWeek of Events
Family Campout
Bring the family for a campout under the stars! You wonโt want to miss the fun crafts, lawn games, and stories around the fire. Campers will need a tent, sleeping gear, lawn chairs, bug spray, flash light, extra games and toys, and personal items. Weโll provide the fire-roasted hot dogs and sโmores! Electricity is not...
Back-to-School Community Picnic
Back-to-School Community Picnic
EVERYONE is invited to Immanuel's Back-to-School Community Picnic! Weโll begin at 10AM with outdoor worship featuring Pastor Eric and Immanuel worship leader Jimmy OโConnell and band. (Please bring lawn chairs to sit in and umbrellas for shade for this hour of worship.) Jimmy will continue to provide music throughout the picnic. Following worship, there will...
Bee Demo
Bee Demo
Curious about bees and beekeeping? Join us throughout the summer as beekeeping volunteers and Head Beekeeper demonstrate techniques with active beehives and explain their work. Demonstrations are for all ages and interest levels. The public bee hives are located on the southern end of campus. Sessions run from 11:00am - 11:30am or 1:00pm - 1:30pm....
Hummingbird Rooftop Hangout
Hummingbird Rooftop Hangout
This ongoing event will be held from Wednesday, Aug. 17, to Sunday, Aug. 21. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. Visit Hidden Oaks Nature Centerโs green roof and get a vantage point youโve never experienced before. We will have hummingbird feeders on the roof and...
Food Drive
Food Drive
Bring nonperishable food for the library's free pantry, The Cupboard, which supports housing & food-insecure community members. Click for a list of items accepted/not accepted. Donate in the lobby.
Jo’s Footwork Open House
Jo’s Footwork Open House
Come join us for open houses! Purchase discounted dance attire, register for classes, enter a raffle for a free year of classes!
Family Enrichment Workshop
Family Enrichment Workshop
Recommended for families with children ages 5 and up Learn about the importance of enrichment for the zooโs animals. Cosley Zooโs animals receive enrichment every day. Enrichment lets our animals make choices and exhibit natural behaviors such as climbing, hunting for food, and using their senses. In this workshop, your family will make enrichment activities...
Outdoor Concert
Outdoor Concert
This concert is outdoors and features lawn seating. Guests are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets, and picnics are welcome. Concessions are available from Mamieโs Toffee & Treats, Golden Eagle Hotdogs, and Aunt Tinaโs Sound Bites. Standard concert etiquette applies. Please be respectful of your neighbors so that everyone can enjoy the show. No smoking...
Open Storytime
Open Storytime
Picture books, songs, and activities designed for preschoolers to promote early literacy and vocabulary skills.
Lyman Woods in the Kids Room
Lyman Woods in the Kids Room
Lyman Woods will be here monthly to share with us all sorts of fun facts about the outdoors.
Miss Jamie and Petting Zoo
Miss Jamie and Petting Zoo
A free petting zoo with a goat, bunnies, ducks, chicken, and tortoise will also be included in the farm-filled fun! You won't want to miss this! Join us in the Center Park of Fox Valley Mall on Tuesday, August 23rd at 11am.
Cantigny Cruise Night
Cantigny Cruise Night
Returning after a stellar first year: Cruise Night Tuesdays! Bring your classic or restored vehicle to the park, mingle with fellow car enthusiasts, and talk shop in the south parking lot. The First Division Museum at Cantigny Park will feature extended hours on Tuesdays until 8 pm, May 31 through September 6. The museum will...
Bee Demo
Bee Demo
Curious about bees and beekeeping? Join us throughout the summer as beekeeping volunteers and Head Beekeeper demonstrate techniques with active beehives and explain their work. Demonstrations are for all ages and interest levels. The public bee hives are located on the southern end of campus. Sessions run from 11:00am - 11:30am or 1:00pm - 1:30pm....
Summer Concert Series
Summer Concert Series
Live Music at the Roos Pavilion. July 14 - Final Say August 11 - The Jolly Ringwalds August 25 - Wild Daisy For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Summer Music Concerts.
Huge Rummage Sale
Huge Rummage Sale
Rummage Sale 2022: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday August 26, 27, and 28. 8-1, all three days. Anything and Everything! Weโll start accepting donations as soon as we can after Camp ends, which means weโll accept donations this year starting Monday, August 15. Please make donations no later than Monday, August 22. We need the remainder...
Fridays in the Field
Fridays in the Field
University of Illinois Extension Certified Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities on the grounds when the buildings are closed. Jul. 1 โ Dragonflies & Damselflies Jul. 8 โ Frogs Jul. 15 โ Squirrels Jul. 22 โ Beneath our Feet Jul. 29 โ Wildflowers Aug. 5 โ Fish Aug. 12 โ Grasshoppers...
Take and Make Fridays
Take and Make Fridays
Drop by on Friday each week for some fun crafts to take and make at home over the weekend!
Recess at the Library
Recess at the Library
Did you know you could play hopscotch, hula hoop, or even walk the balance beam here in the Kids Room?
Theatre Costume Sale
Theatre Costume Sale
Looking for something for Halloween, your theatre company, or to add to your personal wardrobe? Stop by our costume sale and put your costume together for less. Formal dresses, shirts, Hawaiian wear, vintage wear, dance costumes, skirts, menโs suits, shoes, togas, as well as assorted props. Most items priced under $10. Proceeds go to offset...
Westchester Fest – CANCELLED
Westchester Fest – CANCELLED
The Westchester Fest will be held in the parking lot of our newly purchased Village Hall building located at 2305 Enterprise Drive More information on entertainment and food offerings will be added to this page shortly. Friday August 26th - 4 pm-10:30 pm. 4:00PM - DJ Variety Music 6:00PM - The Redmonds 8:00PM - Blind...
Say Good-bye to The Questioneers
Say Good-bye to The Questioneers
However you say it; adios, adieu, sayonara, hasta la vista, or au revoirโฆ itโs time to say good-bye to The Questioneers: Read. Question. Think. PLAY! exhibit at this special event themed around the inquisitive Questioneers. Each character will inspire a fun activity โ build with Iggy, illustrate with Aaron, make your community a better place...
Carnival at Wheatland Salem Church
Carnival at Wheatland Salem Church
Friday, August 26 | 5:00 - 10:00 p.m. Saturday, August 27 | 1:00 - 10:00 p.m. Sunday, August 28 | 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. Afternoon Unlimited Ride Specials | $30 per person per day Saturday | 1:00 -5:00 p.m. and Sunday 1:00 -5:00 p.m. Evening Unlimited Ride Specials | $35 per person per day Friday...
Sunset Stories
Sunset Stories
Bring the family to Cosley Zoo for story time! After hearing some stories and meeting one of the zooโs animal ambassadors, your family will have 30 minutes for an after-hours self-guided trip around the zoo. All individuals in attendance must be registered. Cosley Zoo will be following State COVID-19 mitigation measures in place at the...
Family Trivia in the Park
Family Trivia in the Park
Join us for an exciting night of trivia in the park and your team may win some fabulous prizes.
Concert in Kiwanis Park
Concert in Kiwanis Park
Join us for a FREE outdoor concert in Kiwanis Park. Bring your picnic dinner, drinks and the family for an evening of FREE entertainment! June 17 Ring Of Music Top 40 |Current Hits June 24 Off the Charts Pop, Rock to Country July 1 Neal Alger Band Classic Pop & Rock in acoustic July 15...
Movie and Bonfire Nights
Movie and Bonfire Nights
*In collaboration with the Berwyn Public Library* Movie begins at dusk. *Free smores will be provided by the Berwyn Park District! Free event, registration is not required. June 24: "The Perfect Game" at Proksa Park July 29: "Luca" at Liberty Cultural Center August 26: "Encanto" at Freedom Park For information on more events like this,...
Huge Rummage Sale
Huge Rummage Sale
Rummage Sale 2022: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday August 26, 27, and 28. 8-1, all three days. Anything and Everything! Weโll start accepting donations as soon as we can after Camp ends, which means weโll accept donations this year starting Monday, August 15. Please make donations no later than Monday, August 22. We need the remainder...
Yoga on the Green
Yoga on the Green
Join us every Saturday from June 4 to September 17, 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m., for FREE Yoga on The Green in partnership with LIFETIME Fitness. All participants will be required to bring their own yoga mat.
KISS Event
KISS Event
The Museum will be hosting a K.I.S.S Event on August 27th from 10 am to 2pm. Come receive a free child safety seat inspection, get a child identification card, enjoy Illinois Tollway "Touch-a-Truck" vehicles and play at the museum.
Youth Fishing Tourney
Youth Fishing Tourney
Parents, bring your young anglers (ages 4-16) out to Lake Harriet for our 2nd annual fishing tourney. Fishing rods and bait are on your own. Members of our Senior Rods Fishing Club will be on hand to measure each catch and to make sure your experience is a positive one. Gift cards will be awarded...
Yoga on the Lawn
Yoga on the Lawn
Life Time at Oakbrook Center will be hosting Saturday morning yoga sessions starting July 23rd - September 24 on The Lawn near Crate & Barrel. Classes are FREE and weather permitting. Must bring your own mat or towel. Session 1 will take place 9:15a.m. to 9:45a.m. Session 2, a Family-Friendly yoga, will take place from...
Family Fest
Family Fest
Family Fest is returning to the Museum parking lot! Family fest is a fun day for the whole family with games, crafts and more.
History of Play
History of Play
This special event has been created through a collaboration between the Oak Park River Forest Museum & Wonder Works Children's Museum, featuring games and play items from both museums' collections. An Intergenerational Event with stations featuring games & activities for all ages! Outdoor Play including the Victorian-era games of Hoop Trundling and Graces, plus Bubble...
Carnival at Wheatland Salem Church
Carnival at Wheatland Salem Church
Friday, August 26 | 5:00 - 10:00 p.m. Saturday, August 27 | 1:00 - 10:00 p.m. Sunday, August 28 | 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. Afternoon Unlimited Ride Specials | $30 per person per day Saturday | 1:00 -5:00 p.m. and Sunday 1:00 -5:00 p.m. Evening Unlimited Ride Specials | $35 per person per day Friday...
Minerals to Batteries: Where do they come from?
Minerals to Batteries: Where do they come from?
The commercial development of Sonyโs lithium-ion battery in 1991, has transformed the technical world we live in โ from laptop computers, mobile phones, power tools, electric vehicles, and โ more recently โ grid energy storage. Join Dr. Andrew Jansen from Argonne National Laboratory to learn what makes a lithium-ion battery work, why it is such...
Native American Summer Festival
Native American Summer Festival
Experience Native American culture through storytelling, music, and dance provided by Trickster Cultural Center.
West Chicago Food Festival
West Chicago Food Festival
The City of West Chicago welcomes you to come visit us in our historic downtown area for another great event - Food Festival! Food Festival is exactly how it sounds - a finger-licking fun festival of food. Enjoy a summer evening filled with live music, a sampling of beverages, and fun activities for all ages....
Westchester Fest – CANCELLED
Westchester Fest – CANCELLED
The Westchester Fest will be held in the parking lot of our newly purchased Village Hall building located at 2305 Enterprise Drive More information on entertainment and food offerings will be added to this page shortly. Friday August 26th - 4 pm-10:30 pm. 4:00PM - DJ Variety Music 6:00PM - The Redmonds 8:00PM - Blind...
Back to School Ice Cream Party
Back to School Ice Cream Party
Toddlers and preschoolers, invite a grown-up to join you for these nights of fun.
Movies in the Park
Movies in the Park
Coming to America: The African Monarch Akeem ( Eddie Murphy) learns he has a long-lost son (Jermaine Fowler) in the United States and must return to America to meet this unexpected heir and build a relationship with his son. PG-13. 110 Minutes. 2021. Closed Caption. Start time is approximate, all movies begin at dusk. ...
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