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Rhea Lana’s of West Chicagoland
Rhea Lana’s of West Chicagoland is a bi-annual consignment sale event of high quality, children’s clothes from newborn to teen/junior sizes, shoes, toys, books, dvds, baby equipment, gently used maternity clothes and much much more. Consignors prepare, price, and enter their items into our online system and make 60-70% on sold items. The event has...
Rhea Lana’s of West Chicagoland
Rhea Lana’s of West Chicagoland is a bi-annual consignment sale event of high quality, children’s clothes from newborn to teen/junior sizes, shoes, toys, books, dvds, baby equipment, gently used maternity clothes and much much more. Consignors prepare, price, and enter their items into our online system and make 60-70% on sold items. The event has...
Rhea Lana’s of West Chicagoland
Rhea Lana’s of West Chicagoland is a bi-annual consignment sale event of high quality, children’s clothes from newborn to teen/junior sizes, shoes, toys, books, dvds, baby equipment, gently used maternity clothes and much much more. Consignors prepare, price, and enter their items into our online system and make 60-70% on sold items. The event has...
Rhea Lana’s of West Chicagoland
Rhea Lana’s of West Chicagoland is a bi-annual consignment sale event of high quality, children’s clothes from newborn to teen/junior sizes, shoes, toys, books, dvds, baby equipment, gently used maternity clothes and much much more. Consignors prepare, price, and enter their items into our online system and make 60-70% on sold items. The event has...
Rhea Lana’s of West Chicagoland
Rhea Lana’s of West Chicagoland is a bi-annual consignment sale event of high quality, children’s clothes from newborn to teen/junior sizes, shoes, toys, books, dvds, baby equipment, gently used maternity clothes and much much more. Consignors prepare, price, and enter their items into our online system and make 60-70% on sold items. The event has...
Rhea Lana’s of West Chicagoland
Rhea Lana’s of West Chicagoland is a bi-annual consignment sale event of high quality, children’s clothes from newborn to teen/junior sizes, shoes, toys, books, dvds, baby equipment, gently used maternity clothes and much much more. Consignors prepare, price, and enter their items into our online system and make 60-70% on sold items. The event has...
Lions Pancake Breakfast
Lions Pancake Breakfast
All you can eat pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausages, coffee, juice and milk! Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door.
Running o’ the Green 8K
Running o’ the Green 8K
Awards are given for first, second and third place runners in all age categories, male and female, based on chip timing. The best overall resident and non-resident male and female runner also receive an award. The first 550 registered participants receive a Unisex tech shirt. For information on more events like this, check out...
A Special Visit with the Caring Bunny
A Special Visit with the Caring Bunny
Caring Bunny® is a special, sensory-friendly experience - exclusively for children with special needs and their families. Join us on: Sunday, March 10th from 8:30 - 10:30AM Sunday, March 17th from 8:30 - 10:30AM Reservations are required for this private event. To reserve your spot, click the "Reserve your visit here!" link below or visit...
Budding Botanists
Budding Botanists
Watch out as you explore the Conservatory – you may run into a Budding Botanists! on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30am to 2:30pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids of all ages at our Budding Botanists station. These programs are drop in and no preregistration is required. You can stop by and interact with...
Sap’s Rising
Sap’s Rising
Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple syrup making.
LEGO Train
LEGO Train
Come and experience the Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club's amazing display! Follow the train around the room as it travels through different worlds, each of which was painstakingly created by adult LEGO enthusiasts. Whether you are young, old, or somewhere in between, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. The Northern Illinois LEGO Train Club has...
Railroad Museum Open House
Railroad Museum Open House
Explore the Bensenville Railroad Museum from noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays and take in the history of trains in Bensenville on a real 1920s engine by taking part in a variety of activities. The facility is also available for field trips and private tours. Note: The museum will be closed on all park...
Photos with the Easter Bunny
Photos with the Easter Bunny
Thanks to our friends at Two Bostons we will be hosting Photos with the Easter Bunny at their Market Meadows location at 1239 S Naper Blvd in Naperville. So come bring your furry, feathered, scaly, or shelled family members and have them meet the Easter Bunny. We will have a photographer on-site taking FREE photos...
MAR10 Day
MAR10 Day
Join us as we celebrate MAR10 Day in Youth Services! Try our Mario match game, our Mario Scavenger Hunt, and hone your art skills coloring bookmarks and learning how to draw Mario characters. It's March 10 (MAR 10...MAR10...get it!) and that means it's time to celebrate all things Mario! Try your hand at our Mario...
Maple Sugaring
Maple Sugaring
Discover how sap becomes syrup as you try tapping with tools from the 1890s, check the collection buckets, watch sap thicken over the fire, and try a taste of real maple syrup. All ages. The program is free, but there’s a suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to enter the...
Sand Ridge Service Days
Sand Ridge Service Days
Join us each month as we care for the Sand Ridge Campus with a variety of activities! Earn service-learning hours. All ages. Mar 3, 10: Litter Picking Apr 14, 28: Garlic Mustard Pull May 5, 19: Garden Weeding at Green Lake
Maple Tree Tapping Walk
Maple Tree Tapping Walk
Learn the history of tapping and tap a maple tree. Taste fresh sap and maple syrup. Family program.
Kidlist Volunteer and Donate Event
Kidlist Volunteer and Donate Event
You are invited to our 5th Annual Volunteer and Donate Event! Join us on the afternoon of Sunday, March 10, 2024 at The Village Club of Western Springs to decorate, pack, and donate bags to foster children. We are excited to offer this opportunity to give back, especially because your kids can be involved. It’s...
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,...
Pet Photos with the Bunny
Pet Photos with the Bunny
Pet photos will take place at the Easter Set in Grand Court. Please enter through Entrance 1, Lower Level between JCPenney and Nordstrom. Photos will be taken and available for purchase at this event. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Easter Bunny Breakfasts and Other Places to See...
GrownUp and Me Storytime
GrownUp and Me Storytime
Engaging storytime at 10:00 AM, led by our wonderful host, Miss Kathy. Fun stories, songs, and more. A designated playtime area for children, with age-appropriate spaces. The opportunity to meet and connect with other families in our community. Complimentary coffee and tea available for adults. Parents, feel free to bring a drink or snack for...
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...
Sensory-Friendly Storytime
Sensory-Friendly Storytime
Enjoy a quieter, slower-paced storytime geared towards children with sensory issues who may be overwhelmed in a traditional storytime setting. Books and activities will be designed for children with sensory sensitivities. For children aged 3-7 years old with an adult caregiver. Limit 10 child/caregiver pairs
Homeschool Hangout
DIY Leprechaun Trap
DIY Leprechaun Trap
A drop-in, self-guided, open craft program where participants may create, collaborate and craft. Sorted materials will be available on-site. Artists may follow sample ideas or design an original. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of St. Patrick’s Day Events.
Dual Language Storytime: French
Dual Language Storytime: French
Experience rich culture and beautiful languages from around the world during our dual language storytimes! Books, rhymes, and songs will be shared to help foster an appreciation for the many languages spoken throughout our wonderful multicultural community. The activities presented are family oriented with stories suitable for the youngest ages. This program welcomes both Ukrainian...
Dual Language Storytime
Dual Language Storytime
Experience rich culture and beautiful languages from around the world during our dual language storytimes! Books, rhymes, and songs will be shared to help foster an appreciation for the many languages spoken throughout our wonderful multicultural community. The activities presented are family oriented with stories suitable for the youngest ages. This program welcomes both those...
Cuentos en Español
Chicago History Museum Illinois Resident Free Day
Chicago History Museum Illinois Resident Free Day
The Museum offers free days to Illinois residents throughout the year, including commemorative days like Presidents’ Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Fourth of July. Upcoming 2023–24 Illinois resident FREE days include: March 12, 27–28; April 10, 18, 24; May 1, 27, 29 For information on more events like this, check out our...
Swedish American Museum Free Days
Swedish American Museum Free Days
Admission is free for all visitors on the second Tuesday of each month. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
St. Patrick’s Day Storytime & Craft
St. Patrick’s Day Storytime & Craft
Join us for a St. Patrick's Day storytime with stories, songs, and a special craft. Ages 2 – 6. Sign-up begins 2 weeks prior to each date. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of St. Patrick’s Day Events.
Storytime at Society 57
Storytime at Society 57
Join us for a special Storytime at locally run coffee shop, Society 57. We'll read stories, sing songs, finger plays, and more! For children of all ages and their caregivers. Drop by!
Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny
Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny
Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny, sponsored by Lombard Veterinary Hospital, is back on Tuesday, March 12 and Tuesday, March 19! All pets are welcome for Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny, however, as a dog-friendly center, we ask that any animals besides dogs do not stay in the center after photos are taken. Get...
Homeschool Hangout
Homeschool Hangout
Join other homeschooling families each month for homeschool hangouts at the library! Explore different topics each month and connect with other homeschool families in the area.
Nature Storytime with The Morton Arboretum
Nature Storytime with The Morton Arboretum
A special guest presenter from The Morton Arboretum will join us at the library for nature stories that show how weather, trees and animals change with the season. (Ages 3–5 with an adult)
Minute to Win It: St. Patrick’s Day Games
Minute to Win It: St. Patrick’s Day Games
Come compete in one-minute challenges inspired by St. Patrick's Day! Registration required. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of St. Patrick’s Day Events.
Leprechaun Story Stroll
Leprechaun Story Stroll
Enjoy listening to a Leprechaun story while strolling through the library, followed by refreshments and a special activity. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of St. Patrick’s Day Events.
Supa Awesome Dog Man Bash
Supa Awesome Dog Man Bash
Come celebrate all things Dog Man! We’ll have games, activities and a chance to win prizes!
Field Watchers
Field Watchers
Every Tuesday Starting March 5 • 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM • Free Program • Pre-Registration Required • For Students (6-12) and their Parents/Caregivers • Adults must accompany students Unleash your curiosity every Tuesday while exploring the wonders of agriculture, STEM, and nature! This program is for parents and elementary-age students (6-12 years old). Topics include: Coding:...
Night Dives: Illinois Resident Free Evenings
Night Dives: Illinois Resident Free Evenings
Illinois residents enjoy FREE admission to Shedd Aquarium on select days throughout the year! Tickets must be reserved online before your visit. Night Dives: Illinois Resident Free Evenings in August! Illinois Residents receive free admission from 5 – 9 p.m. (last entry at 7 p.m.) Upcoming Free Evenings: August 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29,...
Polish Storytime
Library Game Night
Library Game Night
Join us for an all ages open board game night every 2nd Tuesday of the month after 7:00 pm. Play from our selection of games or bring your own. Teen+ games can be found in the Adult/YA department. Kids and family friendly games in Children’s.
Field Museum Illinois Resident Free Day
Field Museum Illinois Resident Free Day
Free Wednesdays are the perfect opportunity for you to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family or a group of science-loving friends. Adventure through the wilderness on a desert safari, explore ancient civilizations, and come face-to-face with prehistoric creatures— all in one place. The Field Museum has so much to explore, you’ll need more...
Free Parking Wednesday
Free Parking Wednesday
New for 2024, enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October. Advance online registration is required. The normal $5 parking fee applies for guests not registered. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art Museum Free Day
Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art Museum Free Day
Wednesdays are Free Admission Days sponsored by RBC Wealth Management. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Open Nature Play Day
Open Nature Play Day
Bring your little one for open nature play time. Enjoy the Dan Ryan Woods Nature Play space while helping your children connect with nature.
Wee Wonders
Wee Wonders
Learn about nature through music, movement, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult. Mar 13: Gold Hunt Apr 10: Butterflies May 8: Nature in Bloom
PlayLab PlayDate
PlayLab PlayDate
Drop in to the Crown Family PlayLab for free weekly activites for 2-6 year olds! PlayLab PlayDates are free to museum guests, don’t require pre-registration, and take place on IL Resident Free Days! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with...
Crafternoon: Leprechaun Trap
Crafternoon: Leprechaun Trap
Drop in and make a leprechaun trap. Materials are available while supplies last. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of St. Patrick’s Day Events.
St. Patrick’s Day Storytime & Craft
St. Patrick’s Day Storytime & Craft
Join us for a St. Patrick's Day storytime with stories, songs, and a special craft. Ages 2 – 6. Sign-up begins 2 weeks prior to each date. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of St. Patrick’s Day Events.
Weekday Intermission
Weekday Intermission
Take a break from your busy week and unwind at the library! Each Wednesday there will be a different activity like building, crafts, and games.
Happy Mario Day
Happy Mario Day
National Mario Day is March 10! Come celebrate with some fun Mario themed activities! For grades 2+.
Movie Screening: Mr. Troop Mom
Movie Screening: Mr. Troop Mom
A workaholic widower volunteers to be a chaperone on his 13-year-old daughter's school camping trip.
Polish Storytime
Polish Storytime
Children and their parents are invited to participate in Polish stories, songs, games and a craft. Zapraszamy dzieci i ich rodziców do udziału w naszym polskim programie, w którym oferujemy; bajki, piosenki, gry i zabawy w języku polskim.
Very Hungry Caterpillar Celebration
Very Hungry Caterpillar Celebration
We love the Eric Carle classic story of the Very Hungry Caterpillar and will be celebrating the voracious insect at various parts throughout the month with story time and art room activities.
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...
DuSable Museum of African American History Free Days
DuSable Museum of African American History Free Days
DuSable Museum of African-American history is free to Illinois residents to visit on Wednesdays. We also give free admission to military and to first responders. That means Police, Fire, EMT’s. With valid ID. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
St. Patrick’s Day Party
St. Patrick’s Day Party
We'll celebrate St. Patrick's Day by completing fun activities and enjoying a green snack. Ages 3-11. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of St. Patrick’s Day Events.
Art and Science Adventures
Art and Science Adventures
Explore the amazing world of science by making unique art. It's everyone's favorite day, 3.14! Celebrate the magic of math with crafts and activities that feature circles. For grades 1-5. Please register each child attendee using the “add more people” button. If your child is age 9 or younger, please plan to remain at the...
Adventurers’ Club
Adventurers’ Club
Learn to play storytelling and role-playing games. Game masters guide participants in adventures like rescuing dragon eggs, being creatures of myth and legend, or discovering what stuffed animals are up to when everyone is asleep. *Registration required
LEGO Club
LEGO Club
Drop-in event recommended for families with children ages 5 and up. Join other enthusiasts as you free-build with the Library’s large collection of LEGO® bricks.
Chess Club
Chess Club
Drop in, learn, play, and have fun developing strategies! Chess Club welcomes newbies, novices, and masters and is led by chess expert and former teacher Brad Smith. All ages & walk-ins are welcome.
Young Artists Reception
Young Artists Reception
Meet the local young artists in honor of Youth Art Month! Please bring your friends and family to view the wonderful artwork, listen to some great music with the Wheeling High School Jazz Band and enjoy light refreshments. Registration is not necessary, just drop in!
Baby’s Lucky Leprechaun
Baby’s Lucky Leprechaun
Create a fun and messy craft, perfect for baby's first St. Patrick's Day. Dress for a mess. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of St. Patrick’s Day Events.
Very Hungry Caterpillar Celebration
Very Hungry Caterpillar Celebration
We love the Eric Carle classic story of the Very Hungry Caterpillar and will be celebrating the voracious insect at various parts throughout the month with story time and art room activities.
St. Patrick’s Day Craft
St. Patrick’s Day Craft
Stop on by to make a craft for St. Patrick’s Day. While supplies last, for first 100 crafters.
Luck of the Little Ones
Luck of the Little Ones
Join Ms. Shannan and celebrate St. Patrick's Day with stories and crafts in Luck of the Little Ones!
Hindi Story Time
Hindi Story Time
The Language Labs provides a Hindi language story time and basic Hindi instruction, and kids will also enjoy a craft. Register. Program Room.
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...
Story Time with NPL
Story Time with NPL
Join the Naperville Public Library (NPL) for one of their spectacular Story Times at DCM. These interactive Story Times often feature puppets, songs, movement, and more! First Friday of Each Month (*unless noted otherwise) *Friday, March 15, 2024 | 11:00 Friday, April 5, 2024 | 11:00 Friday, May 3, 2024 | 11:00
Friday Fun Day
Friday Fun Day
Explore, discover, and imagine with our new educational play stations. We rotate our toys every week to ensure our future veterinarians, doctors, chefs, and store clerks never get bored! Drop in anytime between 11-4:30 for this self-guided, free-play day. Recommended age: 3 years and older
Homeschool Hangout
St. Patrick’s Day Fun
St. Patrick’s Day Fun
Make and color a Bodhram drum, learn about the ancient Celtic alphabet, and try out some Irish dancing! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of St. Patrick’s Day Events.
Coding Club
Coding Club
Join our code master and think like a computer while programming with cool games and activities! Perfect for beginner coders. Register for one session only.
Egg-Drop Challenge
Egg-Drop Challenge
Engineer a contraption that prevents your egg from breaking when dropped from a long distance! Families are encouraged to watch the eggs drop at 4:45 in the Terrace Garden. Space limited to 20 kids.
Pajama Party at DuPage Children’s Museum
Pajama Party at DuPage Children’s Museum
Put on your favorite PJs and join us for an evening of comfort and creativity. Explore the Museum’s exhibits and a variety of pop-up activities. Then wind down with bedtime stories. Have your stuffed “friend” or blanket tag along for the fun! Special Activities: from 5:00 – 7:30 pm unless noted otherwise. Fort Building –...
Bunny Hop Family Dance Party
Bunny Hop Family Dance Party
Join us for a hopping good time at the Bunny Hop Family Dance Party! Please register everyone in your family. Note: There are 2 sessions of this program, please only sign up for one time slot.
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.
Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
Search for Easter eggs using clues and solve a riddle! Children must be accompanied by a non-paying adult. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Easter Egg Hunts.
Pot of Gold Climb
Pot of Gold Climb
Come try your luck at climbing for treasures and treats. Kids will enjoy rock climbing while they pick up treasures along the way. There will be other activities to keep the participants busy while they wait to climb. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of St. Patrick’s Day Events.
Sugar Bush Fair
Sugar Bush Fair
Celebrate spring's arrival with us! Learn about the history of maple syruping at our demonstration areas and enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast. Breakfast is served under a large enclosed tent on the grounds of Merkle Cabin, a short walk from the Nature Center, so dress for the weather. Breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, beverages and real...
Maple Fest
Maple Fest
PURCHASE TICKETS IN ADVANCE Join our annual tradition of turning Maple sap into Maple Syrup! After a short indoor presentation, head out onto the trails to learn some of the history behind how this delicious product was made throughout the years before ending with a scrumptious tasting! Additional refreshments will be available for purchase. Everyone...
Very Hungry Caterpillar Celebration
Very Hungry Caterpillar Celebration
We love the Eric Carle classic story of the Very Hungry Caterpillar and will be celebrating the voracious insect at various parts throughout the month with story time and art room activities.
Bunny Bash
Bunny Bash
Bunny Bash is BACK! Join us in Center Court on Saturday, March 16, from 10am - 1pm for free family fun while you visit the Easter Bunny! Text FAMILY to 630-629-7330 to get event updates and reminders on future family-friendly events at Yorktown Center! Show your day-of Bunny Bash SMS text at event check-in to also receive...
Timothy Christian School Resale
Timothy Christian School Resale
Our Spring Resale will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2024 in the High School Hoving Gymnasium. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Children's Resales and Consignment Stores.
Pot of Gold Park Stroll
Pot of Gold Park Stroll
A family adventure that’s a wee bit of fun with a lot ‘o’ luck when you search for leprechauns, shamrocks, rainbows and more hiding in the park! Take a walk/run on the 1/2-mile winding path in Mt. St. Mary Park to discover these St. Patrick’s Day gems. At the end of each lap, dig deep...
Adult Egg Hunt
Adult Egg Hunt
Why should kids have all the fun? This event gives new meaning to BYOB (bring your own basket)! Adults will hunt for eggs filled with goodies and have a chance to win amazing prizes. There will be $500 in cash prizes courtesy of sponsor, Kelly Stetler Real Estate! Raffle winners will be called after the...
Renovation Refresh Open House
Tales from the Great Outdoors: A Children’s Books Family Event
Tales from the Great Outdoors: A Children’s Books Family Event
Listen to captivating children’s stories that ignite a love for the great outdoors, meet talented children’s books authors, get creative with hands-on crafts, discover valuable early childhood resources at local libraries, and gain expert tips for nurturing emergent literacy at home in this drop-in program at The Morton Arboretum. Please reach out to childrensgarden@mortonarb.org with...
Clover Craft
Clover Craft
March is here and St. Patrick's Day is near! Come down to the Hanover Park Park District to celebrate this day and partake in our Clover Craft Event. There will be three separate clover-inspired crafts - all certain to leave you feeling lucky! Make sure to be on the watch for a sweet surprise at...
St. Paw-trick’s Day
St. Paw-trick’s Day
Let’s celebrate how lucky we are to have furry friends in our lives! Grab your pup and don your most festive green attire for a St. Patrick’s Day-themed party at the dog park, featuring a photo booth, games for the dogs and a fun day to get social with new friends — both human and...
Mini Golf Fundraiser
Mini Golf Fundraiser
Join us as we host an 18-hole miniature golf course fundraiser for a day of family fun. This event is a fundraiser for the Mount Prospect Public Library Foundation. Enjoy big fun with mini golf! This unique adventure will have golfers putting throughout the Main Library and between the stacks. The fee to play is...
Spanish Language Storytime Presented by The Language Labs
Spanish Language Storytime Presented by 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. This program is sponsored by The Lundeen family in memory of their son, Archer
Budding Botanists
Budding Botanists
Watch out as you explore the Conservatory – you may run into a Budding Botanists! on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30am to 2:30pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids of all ages at our Budding Botanists station. These programs are drop in and no preregistration is required. You can stop by and interact with...
Sap’s Rising
Sap’s Rising
Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple syrup making.
Shamrock’n The Block
Shamrock’n The Block
PURCHASE TICKETS IN ADVANCE AS EVENT WILL SELL OUT Incredible entertainment including Liam Durkin, Chancey Brothers, Whiskey Mick, Pipe & Drum bands, Irish dance, kids activities & more!! Fun for all ages. Don't miss out on this festive day... tickets will sell-out quickly! This year a new Amazing Space at 625 W. Adams. For...
Bunny Bash
Bunny Bash
CELEBRATE SPRING WITH THE EASTER BUNNY! -The Bunny Hop -Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt -Balloon Animals For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Easter Bunny Breakfasts and Other Places to See the Easter Bunny.
Lego Club
Lego Club
Come in to build cool LEGO creations. LEGOs are provided. Ages 6 - 11. No registration required.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Participate in the St. Patrick's Day Parade this coming spring!! Durty Nellie’s, in partnership with Vicarious Multimedia, is proud to honor the St. Patrick’s Day holiday with the annual all-things-Irish festivities and celebrations on Saturday, March 16th - including a Traditional Irish Breakfast, Durty St. Pat’s Parade and an epic after party with shenanigans for...
St Patricks Day Parade and River Dyeing
St Patricks Day Parade and River Dyeing
Our city is home to quite the St. Patrick's Day celebration! The Chicago River goes green as 45 pounds of vegetable dye color the water between Columbus and Wacker drives. Then festivities continue after as revelers parade up Columbus Dr. with floats and flags to the sound of bagpipes. For information on more events...
Trinity Irish Dancers
Trinity Irish Dancers
Catch the world-renowned Trinity Irish Dancers bring the power and grace of Irish dance to the Downers Grove Public Library. Catch the world-renowned Trinity Irish Dancers bring the power and grace of Irish dance to the Downers Grove Public Library. This 30-minute performance is interactive, exciting, and informative with dancers of all ages showcasing both...
Railroad Museum Open House
Railroad Museum Open House
Explore the Bensenville Railroad Museum from noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays and take in the history of trains in Bensenville on a real 1920s engine by taking part in a variety of activities. The facility is also available for field trips and private tours. Note: The museum will be closed on all park...
Photos with the Easter Bunny
Photos with the Easter Bunny
Join us for photos with the Easter Bunny at The Hampton Social! Photos are free and will be available on a first-come-first-served basis. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Easter Bunny Breakfasts and Other Places to See the Easter Bunny.
Chicago World’s Fairs Family Craft Workshop
Chicago World’s Fairs Family Craft Workshop
Craft beautiful paper quilt designs from the Columbian Exposition and Century of Progress fairs. Drop by to mix and match your favorite patterns. Free event, suggested donation of $3/participant.
Maple Sugaring
Maple Sugaring
Discover how sap becomes syrup as you try tapping with tools from the 1890s, check the collection buckets, watch sap thicken over the fire, and try a taste of real maple syrup. All ages. The program is free, but there’s a suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to enter the...
Mixed Media in March Workshop
Mixed Media in March Workshop
Join us Saturdays in March for a free Women’s History Month Workshop hosted by the Women’s Live Artist Studio. The Women’s LIVE Artist Studio is a community of Chicago-based, predominately African American, female artists who create, display, and sell their art year-round from Navy Pier’s Fifth Third Bank Family Pavilion, near Chicago Children’s Museum. Members...
Family Day
Family Day
March 16: Discover the art of interior design inspired by the works found in A Love Supreme. Then, explore sculpture as personal expression and design and construct a domestic interior that tells a unique story about you. April 6: Give music new life by creating a colorful weaving on reclaimed CDs! Explore the tactile works...
World Thinking Day and Girl Scout Birthday Sing-a-Long
World Thinking Day and Girl Scout Birthday Sing-a-Long
The Girl Scouts of the USA is turning 112 years old! Join local Girl Scout troops for a Birthday Sing-Along as they take turns leading and teaching traditional camp songs. All are welcome. Songs will be led by the Circle of Friends Service Unit (troops from Aurora and North Aurora), part of Girl Scouts of...
Super Saturday: Magic of Gary Kantor
Super Saturday: Magic of Gary Kantor
Ages 5 and older with a caregiver. Watch a thrilling magic show by Gary Kantor. Enjoy vanishing acts, mind-reading illusions and a variety of tricks that will have the audience rolling on the floor with laughter. Limit 120. Free tickets distributed 30 minutes before the program.
Service Saturday for Teens: Birdhouses
Service Saturday for Teens: Birdhouses
Love birds and/or crafting? Come make a birdhouse to help support local birds and brighten up our community! All materials will be provided, and volunteer credit is available. Grades 6 - 12.
Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
Search for Easter eggs using clues and solve a riddle! Children must be accompanied by a non-paying adult. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Easter Egg Hunts.
Old Time Barn Dance
Old Time Barn Dance
Enjoy a fun-filled time of music and dancing for the entire family. Hosted by Plank Road Folk Music Society and Two-Way Street Coffee House. The Plank Road String Band will provide lively music and a caller will walk you through all the dances. No Experience Necessary! Come by for some good ol' fun! Admission is...
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