Events Calendar

On these special guided tours, hear about a common winter experience: taking care of a sick family member. Learn about “sick foods” in the 1890s, how candy was used as medicine, and how the first-floor bedroom acted as the sick room. All ages. Suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to...

Many of our feathered friends have migrated for the winter, but not all of them! We’ll explore the Columbus Park Lagoon and see which birds spend their winters right here in Northern Illinois.

Help prune the orchard or stack wood for fuel, or see how blacksmithing skills helped farmers. Join us for the ice harvest if the lake freezes, or watch as we shear the ewes in preparation for lambing in March. There’s a new lineup every day, so follow us at facebook.com/klinecreekfarm for activity updates. Suggested admission...

Join us outdoors to make a fun, easy craft. Then enjoy a short hike while our suncatchers freeze. Ages 5 & up w/ adult.

Learn about our beautiful native monarchs and how you can help butterflies and other pollinators. Ages 12 and up; under 18 with an adult. $5 per person. Register online or at 630-933-7248.

On these special guided tours, hear about a common winter experience: taking care of a sick family member. Learn about “sick foods” in the 1890s, how candy was used as medicine, and how the first-floor bedroom acted as the sick room. All ages. Suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to...

Help prune the orchard or stack wood for fuel, or see how blacksmithing skills helped farmers. Join us for the ice harvest if the lake freezes, or watch as we shear the ewes in preparation for lambing in March. There’s a new lineup every day, so follow us at facebook.com/klinecreekfarm for activity updates. Suggested admission...

This program is designed for grades 3—6. Join Lindsey from Strictly Self Defense for an interactive evening of discovering strategies and tools designed to boost student empowerment of situational awareness, bullying, making smart choices, and more. To participate, all attendees must sign the electronic waiver that a parent or guardian has completed. Find the waiver...

Where does sound come from? What does sound feel like? Can we see sound? Students in grades 1-4 will conduct observations and do hands-on experiments, including making a musical instrument to explore the properties of sound.

Do you and your child love stories and animals? Come read a story, meet an animal, and make a craft. Children must be accompanied by a non-paying adult. Each program is different. 

REGISTER IN ADVANCE It’s Fluoride Day! Fluoride is Illinois’ state mineral and an important ingredient in toothpaste! Come out to Isle a la Cache and get the “tooth” about this mineral. Participants will get plenty of wisdom from a naturalist and have a chance to make their own toothpaste.  

Team up with your family to share exciting experiences, challenges, and activities designed for maximum fun! This month, try out simple games from around the world!

A Naturalist from Little Red Schoolhouse will discuss and lead a hands-on program about the native mammals that live in and around your neighborhood. Join us as we dive deeper into how these mammals thrive and what you can do to discourage unwanted visits from these critters.

Join us for an hour of fun. We will learn about the theme that week and do a craft together. Adult must actively participate and engage with the child. Fee is for both child and adult.

In partnership with the Chicago Children’s Museum (CCM), Navy Pier guests can enjoy five fun-filled days of activities for families and children (ages 10 and under) on the last Thursday of each month from January – May and two additional days of activities in September & October. Admission to the Chicago Children’s Museum is free,...

On these special guided tours, hear about a common winter experience: taking care of a sick family member. Learn about “sick foods” in the 1890s, how candy was used as medicine, and how the first-floor bedroom acted as the sick room. All ages. Suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to...

Help prune the orchard or stack wood for fuel, or see how blacksmithing skills helped farmers. Join us for the ice harvest if the lake freezes, or watch as we shear the ewes in preparation for lambing in March. There’s a new lineup every day, so follow us at facebook.com/klinecreekfarm for activity updates. Suggested admission...

On these special guided tours, hear about a common winter experience: taking care of a sick family member. Learn about “sick foods” in the 1890s, how candy was used as medicine, and how the first-floor bedroom acted as the sick room. All ages. Suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to...

A guest presenter from The Morton Arboretum will share fun nature stories that highlight how weather, trees, and animals change with the season. Twenty name tags (children only) will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start time. For age 2-6 and their grownups.

Help prune the orchard or stack wood for fuel, or see how blacksmithing skills helped farmers. Join us for the ice harvest if the lake freezes, or watch as we shear the ewes in preparation for lambing in March. There’s a new lineup every day, so follow us at facebook.com/klinecreekfarm for activity updates. Suggested admission...

Snow came early in Firefly Grove this year so Spark the Firefly gets to experience her first snow day! Join Spark as she learns all about snow, hibernation, and exciting winter activities like sledding and ice skating. Spark's Snow day includes puppets, original music, interactive movement and lots of winter fun for families.

Cheney Mansion turns into the home of your favorite winter Princesses for one night of fun, game and the coolest dance party in town.  You and your princess will be treated to a meet and greet and hanging out, while our Princesses take up residence at Cheney Mansion. We will have snacks and treats for...

Battle it out with NERF! Compete in games including Capture the Flag, Team Elimination and Free-for-All Combat. Food and drink provided! You can bring your own NERF guns and protective gear, or we have some to borrow! Label your belongings. For ages 6-10.

Please join us in celebrating Mozart’s 267th birthday on Friday, January 27 with a free evening of live classical music performed by musicians from the Lyric Opera of Chicago and Music of the Baroque. Performances will feature selections from Mozart’s acclaimed canon, and will start in the gallery space of Lighthouse ArtSpace Chicago (180 W....

Enjoy the beauty of winter outside with Garfield Park Conservatory’s Nature Educators! During the winter months, we will be outside in the Play & Grow Garden to experience a lot of fun outside, even when it’s cold. Activities may include: Shelter and fort building Making snowmen, snow angels, and playing with snow paint A pine...

On these special guided tours, hear about a common winter experience: taking care of a sick family member. Learn about “sick foods” in the 1890s, how candy was used as medicine, and how the first-floor bedroom acted as the sick room. All ages. Suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to...

ADVANCE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE Let your child channel their inner architect and explore their imagination as they build, you guessed it, FORTS of all sizes! Children must be accompanied by a non-paying adult.

Did you know that the famous LEGO brick is more than 50 years old? And it’s nothing short of miraculous that the vintage bricks made way back in 1958 will still fit perfectly with those you play with today. Come celebrate National Lego Day at Wonder Works on Sunday, January 28. We will have Legos...

Welcome luck and prosperity for the Year of the Rabbit during a live dance performance by the Yin He Dance Company. Featuring a special Lion Dance and cultural trivia. The Yin He Dance Company is a Chinese dance organization based in Chicago's Chinese American community. Presenting folkloric, classical, and contemporary Chinese dance, the Yin He...

The open-house format features stations from FrogLady Presentations, Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, DuPage Children's Museum, Northern Illinois Raptor Rehab & Education, and more. Exhibits will be located in the Founders Room and in the Youth Services Department. Pick up a timed ticket for a mini art lesson with Water Street Studios (for students ages...

Help prune the orchard or stack wood for fuel, or see how blacksmithing skills helped farmers. Join us for the ice harvest if the lake freezes, or watch as we shear the ewes in preparation for lambing in March. There’s a new lineup every day, so follow us at facebook.com/klinecreekfarm for activity updates. Suggested admission...

Together with the Xilin Association, Fox Valley Mall will welcome the Year of the Rabbit with a fun-filled Chinese New Year celebration. Throughout the free event, there will be cultural activities, exploration booths and performances. - an interactive Chinese calligraphy demonstration - DIY Chinese lantern crafts - a chopsticks challenge hands-on game - an interactive...