Feeding Time at Hidden Oaks
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Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Free admission is available to guests on the following dates: October 3 – November 23, 2023: Tuesdays and Thursdays December 4 – December 19, 2023: Mondays and Tuesdays January 2 – February 29, 2024: Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays For more information about events like these, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Feeding Time at Hidden Oaks
Feeding Time at Hidden Oaks
REGISTER BY THE THURSDAY BEFORE. Does a box turtle eat the same thing as a snapping turtle? Is there really a salamander in there? Is the snake slimy? Let’s find out! This program is limited and is your chance to see up close as a naturalist feeds all the nature center’s animals. Ask questions and...
Winter Bash
Winter Bash
Don’t let cabin fever give your family the winter blues – enjoy some cheer with our Winter Bash to ring in the new year! Bundle up and bring your friends, family, and festive spirit for an indoor / outdoor event full of hot cocoa, activities, and entertainment! Special visitors from Free Siberian Rescue will be...
Animal Encounters
Adaptive Play Time
Adaptive Play Time
Limited attendance (pre-registration is required) View a Social Story to prepare for your visit Sensory Kits (noise reduction headphones, fidget objects, weighted neck wraps, timers, and more!) Noise and light reduction Visual cues in exhibits Respite Room for sensory breaks Dedicated DCM staff and volunteers to provide a supportive environment Exhibits feature hands-on ways to play, explore,...
MLK Jr. Day of Service
MLK Jr. Day of Service
REGISTER IN ADVANCE Honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by participating in a day of service. Start the day with coffee and hot chocolate, then help cut and remove invasive brush, improving the quality of our natural areas. Dress in warm layers. Gloves and tools will be available for loan. Volunteers under...
MLK Day of Service
MLK Day of Service
Stop by the nature center to participate in a self-led litter pick-up. Garbage bags and disposable gloves available. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Kids.
MLK Day of Service
MLK Day of Service
Join Lake Katherine naturalists in restoration work to honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. Activities include cutting down invasive species and burning brush. 9:00-9:30am warm-up exercises facilitated by The Do Good Movement. 9:30am restoration begins. Pre-registration required to receive waiver form and map of work location. Please email: Sophia.shukin@lakekatherine.org For information on...
Black Creativity Family Day
Black Creativity Family Day
Join us for a day of activities celebrating the power of creativity and innovation! Black Creativity kicks off annually in mid-January with Family Day. Families can participate in a day of community art experience, engage in creative activities, and explore the Juried Art Exhibition. Black Creativity Family Day events and activities are included in Museum...
Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. at the Library by participating in this National Day of Service! Help us contribute to Letters Against Isolation. Stop by and create a card. Letters Against Isolation's mission is to "connect volunteers with isolated seniors so that you can write them letters to brighten their days!" Letters will be reviewed...
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Commemorative Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Commemorative Day
Join us to celebrate the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This family-friendly day features musical performances, interactive activities, community organizations, and more! Included with admission, which is FREE for Illinois residents on this day. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate Martin Luther...
Heroes and Helpers Storytime
Heroes and Helpers Storytime
Join us as we share stories about people who make a difference in our lives. This drop-in storytime is for ages 3-5. Space is limited to the first 20 children and their caregivers.
MLK Day of Service
MLK Day of Service
Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a day of service. Join us for an afternoon of litter clean-up, crafts and cocoa! For groups of 10 or more, register by emailing Kelvin.Boyd@cookcountyil.gov. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Kids.
Dr. Martin Luther King Day Celebration
Dr. Martin Luther King Day Celebration
Join us for our celebration of Dr. King and his legacy at Chicago Children’s Museum through art activities, storytelling, and reflection. 10:00 am - 4:00 pm: Visit our story lounge on Floor 2 to peruse children's books on the civil rights movement, race, and identity. Explore resources to help you have conversations with your children...
Interactive Movie
Interactive Movie
Enjoy this immersive movie experience. It’s-a me, Mario! This is not your normal movie-going experience, it’s totally immersive. Interact with the movie by using props, eating snacks, and acting alongside your favorite pair of plumbers while we watch, The Super Mario Bros. Movie. It’s a day off from school so bring the whole family. Call...
Free Admission for Illinois Residents
Free Admission for Illinois Residents
Admission is free for Illinois residents on weekdays (Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays), November 27–December 22, 2023, as well as January 8–March 22, 2024. If you reserve your free tickets online in advance, your resident status will be verified using the zip code associated with the billing address provided. If you’re unable to reserve tickets in...
MLK Day of Service
MLK Day of Service
In addition to celebrating and honoring the life of Martin Luther King Jr., MLK Day is also a national day of service - a great time to give back to your community. We know how important the support of a community is in our day-to-day lives. For this day of service, we're partnering with the...
Tinker Tetris
Tinker Tetris
Inspire creativity and grow your problem-solving skills with an egg carton Tetris puzzle! All Ages. Drop in.
Drop-in: MLK National Day of Service Project
Drop-in: MLK National Day of Service Project
For all ages. Join us as we complete a project for the National Day of Service. We are making fleece tie blankets for Camden's Comfort Project. Spend a few minutes or a few hours volunteering. Available while supplies last. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate...
MLK Day Restoration
MLK Day Restoration
Put on some gloves and join us in removing invasive species. Tools, eye protection provided. Children 8 & up w/adult. Teens can earn service hours. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Kids.
Animal Encounters
Honoring the Dream
Honoring the Dream
Join us in Youth Services to honor the dream of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. by exploring the theme of social justice. There will be stories and music in the Poet Tree corner, art in the Program Room, and a space to share your own dreams as well! You can participate in one or all...
Library BINGO
Library BINGO
Come play BINGO on your day off! Drop-in between 3-4 p.m. to play this fun game for small prizes! For children ages 5 and up. No registration required.
Make a Family Board Game
Make a Family Board Game
Let's make some time for family fun. Work together as a family to create your own board game with the supplies provided and then spend time playing it together. For grades K-4. Caregiver required.
Magic Of Gary Kantor
Magic Of Gary Kantor
Watch a thrilling magic show by Gary Kantor! The show is packed with vanishing acts, mind-reading tricks, and a variety of hilarious tricks that will have the children rolling on the floor with laughter.
Winter Clothing Distribution Event
Winter Clothing Distribution Event
Attendees of all ages will be able to receive free winter clothing while supplies last. Los asistentes de todas las edades podrán recibir ropa de invierno gratis hasta agotar existencias. Winter clothing includes coats, hats, gloves. This event is in honor of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service and is sponsored by the...
Civil Rights Game Night
Civil Rights Game Night
What do Civio, Rise Up, and Freedom: The Underground Railroad all have in common? They're all new tabletop games in our Teen Space about civil rights! Grades 6 - 12. Bring your friends to this fun game night, where we try games you may never have heard of! Co-operative games, competitive games, storytelling games- there...
Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Free admission is available to guests on the following dates: October 3 – November 23, 2023: Tuesdays and Thursdays December 4 – December 19, 2023: Mondays and Tuesdays January 2 – February 29, 2024: Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays For more information about events like these, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Family Juggling
Family Juggling
Come watch and participate in this engaging juggling program with Mike Vondruska!
Bilingual Storytime and Play – Cuento bilingue y juego
Bilingual Storytime and Play – Cuento bilingue y juego
In this story session, we will enjoy stories, music, and also some play time! Ages 0-5. En esta sesion de cuentos estaremos disfrutando de cuentos, musica, y ademas de un tiempo de juego! Ages 0-5 / Edades 0-5.
Free Music Classes with Chicago Mini Musicians
Free Music Classes with Chicago Mini Musicians
Join Ms. Amanda and Ms. Cassie for a fun and engaging morning of songs and rhymes celebrating all things winter. With shaker eggs, rhythm sticks, peek-a-boo scarves and more, our classes are designed to captivate your little one and inspire creativity that extends far beyond the classroom. But don't let all the fun fool you!...
STEM Exploration: Sound All Around
STEM Exploration: Sound All Around
Calling all Bolingbrook homeschool families! Learn how sound works in this hands-on workshop at the library run by the DuPage Children’s Museum. (Grades K–4)
Make Your Own Play Dough
Make Your Own Play Dough
Feeling cooped up this winter? Looking for an engaging and educational sensory activity for your child? We're thrilled to invite you to our free DIY play dough making event!
Preschool Fair
Preschool Fair
Talk to local organizations about preschool learning opportunities and enrollment.
Ready Teddy Palooza Open House and 30th Birthday Celebration
Ready Teddy Palooza Open House and 30th Birthday Celebration
Meet the teachers, classroom tours. Cake will be served.
Hablar y Jugar: Talk and Play
Hablar y Jugar: Talk and Play
Colabora en varias actividades mientras celebramos la cultura latina. ¡Pon a prueba tus habilidads artisticas con juegos interactivos y mira quien gana el lugar como mejor artista! Collaborate on various activities as we celebrate Latinx culture. Test your art skills with interactive games and see who wins the spot as best artist!
Preschool Information Fair
Preschool Information Fair
It's never too early to start looking for the right preschool or childcare. Drop in and meet teachers and providers from more than 30 local programs. You're invited to ask about costs, discipline policy, meals, emergency procedures, staff training and anything else you need to make your selection. Recommended for adults only.
Pajama Storytime
Pajama Storytime
Snuggle up to some great stories and songs! If you’d like, wear your P.J.s and bring something to cuddle. Registration is required but space is limited. Please register each child attending.
Space Week
Space Week
Come blast off to outer space at Wonder Works during Space Week! We will have activities related to outer space throughout the museum. You can look forward to astronaut dress up, space projects in the art room, and STEM space activities throughout the museum. The museum will also be open as usual and all space...
Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Free admission is available to guests on the following dates: October 3 – November 23, 2023: Tuesdays and Thursdays December 4 – December 19, 2023: Mondays and Tuesdays January 2 – February 29, 2024: Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays For more information about events like these, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Family Yoga with YogaSix
Family Yoga with YogaSix
Join us for a session of family yoga with YogaSix Geneva! Bring water and a yoga mat! All participants will be asked to sign a waiver; there will be hard copies available before the event. If you have your own yoga mat, please bring it. We will have a limited amount of yoga mats on...
Free Admission for Illinois Residents
Free Admission for Illinois Residents
Admission is free for Illinois residents on weekdays (Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays), November 27–December 22, 2023, as well as January 8–March 22, 2024. If you reserve your free tickets online in advance, your resident status will be verified using the zip code associated with the billing address provided. If you’re unable to reserve tickets in...
Merry Tutors
Merry Tutors
Looking for free homework help for your student? Drop in for tutoring sessions with volunteers from The Merry Tutor! Grades K - 12. The Merry Tutor is a volunteer organization providing free tutoring and homework help for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. High school volunteer tutors will assist students with core subject areas, including...
Friendship Station Preschool Open House
Friendship Station Preschool Open House
Friendship Station Preschool invites families to attend an Open House from 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18. This event offers the opportunity to learn about our school, meet our amazing teachers, explore our educational and fun classrooms, and learn about our Enrichment Programs. Friendship Station Preschool is located at 2960 Blackman Road in Geneva.
Preschool Open House
Preschool Open House
Come soar with us! Parents and children are invited to attend the Rolling Meadows Park District Preschool Open House Thursday, January 18 from 6-7pm. Take a tour of our preschool classrooms, meet our talented teachers and discover why Rolling Meadows Park District Preschool is such a popular choice for families!
Homeschool Parents Night Out
Homeschool Parents Night Out
Get together with other parents and meet with a librarian to discuss how the library can better serve its homeschooling families. Childcare provided by volunteers while parents are in the program.
Free Music Classes with Brookfield Mini Musicians
Free Music Classes with Brookfield Mini Musicians
Join Ms. Nina from the Brookfield Academy for Mini Musicians for a fun and engaging morning of songs and rhymes celebrating all things winter. With shaker eggs, jingle bells, dancing scarves and more, our classes are designed to captivate your little one and inspire creativity that extends far beyond the classroom. But don't let all...
Free Admission for Illinois Residents
Free Admission for Illinois Residents
Admission is free for Illinois residents on weekdays (Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays), November 27–December 22, 2023, as well as January 8–March 22, 2024. If you reserve your free tickets online in advance, your resident status will be verified using the zip code associated with the billing address provided. If you’re unable to reserve tickets in...
WIBIT Night at PLAC
WIBIT Night at PLAC
Join us on Wibit Night for an evening of water and inflatable fun with the wiggle track and rodeo splash. Tickets go on sale online or at the PLAC front desk the Monday prior to each event.
LEGO Fun for Big and Littles
LEGO Fun for Big and Littles
Kids, bring your grown-up for a fun night together listening to a story and building your brick creation using the Library's LEGO supply.
Friends Used Book Sale
Friends Used Book Sale
Purchase quality, gently-used books at discount prices from the Friends of the Library (FoL).
Friends Book Sale
Friends Book Sale
Stock up on great books at bargain prices during the Friends of the Library's used book sale. Saturday: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sunday: 11-4 p.m. Funds raised through the sale will help the Friends support additional library programs, events, and services. For more information about the Friends of the Library including volunteer opportunities, visit their website:...
Preschool Fair
Preschool Fair
Curious about preschools or childcare in the upcoming year? Join us and meet representatives from preschools and child care centers in our community. Grab a coffee and learn more about what to expect during your child's preschool era! Drop-in.
Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Free admission is available to guests on the following dates: October 3 – November 23, 2023: Tuesdays and Thursdays December 4 – December 19, 2023: Mondays and Tuesdays January 2 – February 29, 2024: Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays For more information about events like these, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Craft Supply Swap
Craft Supply Swap
Drop off your unneeded craft supplies such as fabric, yarn, specialty paper, supplies for drawing, painting, ink stamping, scrapbooking, jewelry-making etc. on Friday and Saturday, January 12–13, and then come back on Saturday, January 20, 10 am–2 pm to browse and take whatever you like! A great event for someone who knows they're never going...
Makerspace Saturdays
Makerspace Saturdays
We like to make it, make it! Drop in for Makerspace Saturdays and make a cool creation.
Preschool and Enrichment Fair
Preschool and Enrichment Fair
Learn about some of the wonderful daycare, preschool and enrichment facilities in the area, all in one place! Representatives from dozens of schools and organizations will be available to answer your questions. Drop in anytime 10am - 12pm.
Puzzle and Game Swap
Puzzle and Game Swap
Drop off your gently used puzzles and board games from January 2 – 16. Then come to the Swap on January 20 to find some new-to-you fun! Gently used puzzles and games may be donated at the Adult and Youth & Teen Services desks from January 2 – 16. You do not need to donate...
Russian Storytime with The Language Labs
Russian Storytime with The Language Labs
Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages. Learn about different cultures through books, music, and crafts with our friends from The Language Labs. No prior knowledge of the featured language is necessary.
Super Saturday: Red – A Crayon’s ASL Story
Super Saturday: Red – A Crayon’s ASL Story
Ages 5 and older with a caregiver. Enjoy a 20-minute storybook film with an American Sign Language performance, a game show and an ASL lesson about colors. An in-person activity and discussion by Crom Saunders will follow the screening. Performed by fourth grade students from Indianapolis and St. Paul. Starring Crom Saunders, Heba Toulan, Jennifer...
Teen Saturday Studios
Teen Saturday Studios
CAC's Teen Saturday Studio program is back! This exciting program, now in partnership with Harold Washington College, offers completely free 3-hour workshops for high school students interested in exploring the world of architecture and design. Led by experienced professionals in architecture, design, engineering, and other related fields, Teen Saturday Studios offer a unique opportunity to...
Cocoa and Coffee Crawl
Cocoa and Coffee Crawl
The Classic Winter Event Returns... With a Twist! Saturday, January 13, 2024 - Rescheduled to January 20, 2024 12 PM – 3 PM $18 General Admission $64 Family 4-Pack Gather the whole family for a fun-filled winter day sampling a variety of unique hot cocoas and artisan coffees at your favorite Downtown Wheaton shops and...
Weaving Demo and DIY
Weaving Demo and DIY
Learn about the art, craft, and history of weaving from members of the Illinois Prairie Weavers Guild, celebrating their 75th anniversary. Watch as different kinds of looms are demonstrated. Try weaving yourself to make a small woven piece!
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