European-style market offers unique eats, treats and treasures in Geneva.    For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

An OUTDOOR farm-city & community open house & fundraiser that brings farm to the city. The KCFB FOUNDATION welcomes urban & suburban neighbors to see antique tractors and modern farming equipment, enjoy hands-on activities, see farm animals & more.

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...

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

Learn about Ramadan and its culminating celebration Eid al-Fitr through stories, activities, and your fellow DG community members. The program will have stories, informational books, crafts or activities, and community members who will share what the celebrations mean to them. This program welcomes all children and their families to learn, share, and celebrate together. Register...

Under the direction of Mr. Steve Flowers, the River Trails Middle School Steel Band returns to perform a variety of styles from reggae and calypso to pop and rock using repurposed 55-gallon oil drums.

Show off your DIY skills! We would love to see what you can create. ¡Demuestra tus habilidades artísticas! Nos encantaría ver lo que puedes crear.

Do you love to build with legos? Join us monthly for a Lego Challenge at the library! Youth & Teens welcome!

Let's do Lego! Use the library's Lego collection to build whatever you'd like! We'll have some building prompts and activities but let your imagination be your guide.

Schedule of Events Monday, April 15 Bolingrook Recreation & Aquatic Complex (200 Lindsey Lane) 5:30 pm Children’s Entertainment Show – Gym Tuesday, April 16 Annerino Community Center (201 Recreation Drive) 12:30-1:15 pm Ninjas (Ages 3-5 years) 1:30-2:15 pm Gymnastics (Ages 3-5 years) 2:00-3:00 pm Outdoor Art (Ages 2-5 years w/Adult) – Central Park Pavillion 3:30-4:30...

Does Roblox rock your socks? Ain't no party like a Mario Party? Then this is the program for you! Play Nintendo Switch, VR Headset, PlayStation 5, and desktop video games with others your age in this fun afternoon program. Ages 10 - 18 years old. No registration required.

Meet to play and talk Pokémon with other trainers. Participants are welcome to bring along Pokémon art, cards or other Pokémon items for show and tell. Ages 6 and older, caregiver participation required.

Join other BRICK enthusiasts creating and building with Library supplied LEGO bricks. Themes and challenges will be provided but ingenuity and creativity is encouraged. Grades K-5 with an adult caregiver.

Looking for a fun way to spend quality family time together? Come join us at the library each month where we will feature activities, games, crafts, music and movies! Drop-in. No registration required.

Acompáñanos para una presentación de cuentos y música en Español e Inglés.

Illinois residents receive free admission on Tuesdays.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Schedule of Events Monday, April 15 Bolingrook Recreation & Aquatic Complex (200 Lindsey Lane) 5:30 pm Children’s Entertainment Show – Gym Tuesday, April 16 Annerino Community Center (201 Recreation Drive) 12:30-1:15 pm Ninjas (Ages 3-5 years) 1:30-2:15 pm Gymnastics (Ages 3-5 years) 2:00-3:00 pm Outdoor Art (Ages 2-5 years w/Adult) – Central Park Pavillion 3:30-4:30...

This Money Smart week, include your little ones in the learning! Come explore our bank-themed playstations and activities. (Ages 3–5 with an adult)

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:...

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,...

Drop in any time between 6-8 pm to try out some Minute To Win It games as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Recommended age: 5-11 yrs with an adult.

Register as a family to join us for silly stories, songs, and a pajama craft. Geared towards preschoolers but the whole family is welcome to attend.

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...

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.

Get to know some other homeschool families in the area while playing games, trying out hands-on activities, and more!

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.

A special program for little naturalists. Tickets on a first come, first served basis starting at 9:30 am. Ages 3-6 w/adult.

Come one, come all! Step right up and join the circus… This circ-tacular experience introduces littles to life under the big top for over-the-top play! They can choose to be the star of the show, take on the role of ticket taker, acrobat, hot dog vendor and more. In Circusville, every role lets littles express...

Schedule of Events Monday, April 15 Bolingrook Recreation & Aquatic Complex (200 Lindsey Lane) 5:30 pm Children’s Entertainment Show – Gym Tuesday, April 16 Annerino Community Center (201 Recreation Drive) 12:30-1:15 pm Ninjas (Ages 3-5 years) 1:30-2:15 pm Gymnastics (Ages 3-5 years) 2:00-3:00 pm Outdoor Art (Ages 2-5 years w/Adult) – Central Park Pavillion 3:30-4:30...

Use design thinking to solve different building and engineering challenges. Staff will be available to discuss homeschool services. For grades k-8.

Explore your creativity with our Tinker Toy® collection. Connect the gears and sticks to create anything you can imagine.

Visit the library monthly and enjoy a variety of stories presented in Polish followed by a craft! Registration is required.

The Adler is excited to announce that we will be free for Illinois residents (with proof of residency) every Wednesday evening from 4-10 pm (our new Wednesday hours.) Stop by after work or school, or for date night and enjoy everything the Adler has to offer at night, for free as part of our Illinois...

Want Pigeon to drive the bus? Now he can! Drop in and learn how to draw your favorite Mo Willems characters! (All Ages)

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.

Enjoy a fun night out of the house and an affordable, fun, family night of bingo. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Winners must be 18 years or older to claim prizes. Prizes include various items, passes, and gift cards. $1 cash per card per game. We will be playing approximately five games. Please...

Zapraszamy na opowieści, piosenki i rękodzieło w języku polskim i angielskim. Enjoy stories, songs and a craft in Polish and English.

Bring the whole family for craft night at the library! Each week we will feature upcycled materials to create our craft with.

In this monthly program, geared for 3-5 year olds, we’ll explore the natural world through a variety of activities specific to the theme of the month. Sessions include a combination of stories, nature hikes, songs, games, or crafts. A parent or caregiver must accompany child.

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...

Enjoy preschool stories, puppet plays and songs with our newest partner, Chick-fil-A. (Ages 2–6 with an adult)

Are you tired of paying too much for clothes that your kids quickly outgrow? When you sell your kid's gently used items and THEN shop at Just Between Friends you'll save hundreds of dollars on clothes, shoes, books, toys and all the baby gear you need for the next season of your child's life. You...

Enjoy activities, crafts, and open play. Program is held entirely outdoors, please dress appropriately. All Ages.

Stop by to make a simple craft with your child. Each week explores a different topic to spark your child's creativity and curiosity. Ages 3-7. While supplies last. Drop in.

We are pleased to offer weekly Donation Days—every Thursday the museum is open—for Illinois residents. Illinois residents can enjoy free admission during these Donation Days, or support us with a $10 suggested household donation at the time of admission. Illinois residents can reserve their Donation Day tickets online or in person.   For information on...

Join us as we make several crafts to celebrate Earth Day! We will make upcycled mini plant pots, seed bombs, and spinning earth mobiles! While supplies last.

Drop in for some block play! We'll have a variety of blocks such as Mega Bloks, jumbo blocks and more available for your little ones to build with.

Acompáñanos para una presentación de cuentos y música en Español e Inglés.

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.

Schedule of Events Monday, April 15 Bolingrook Recreation & Aquatic Complex (200 Lindsey Lane) 5:30 pm Children’s Entertainment Show – Gym Tuesday, April 16 Annerino Community Center (201 Recreation Drive) 12:30-1:15 pm Ninjas (Ages 3-5 years) 1:30-2:15 pm Gymnastics (Ages 3-5 years) 2:00-3:00 pm Outdoor Art (Ages 2-5 years w/Adult) – Central Park Pavillion 3:30-4:30...

Calling all artists! Stop by the Library and create an original piece of art using a variety of materials set out for self-directed creativity. Finish your project by the end of the hour or bring it with you next month for completion. This is a drop-in program for grades K-6.

Ever wonder what's in an Owl Pellet? Here's your chance to find out! Learn two methods for dissecting an owl pellet: dry dissection and wet dissection. Ages 10-18 with a caregiver. Registration required.

DeCarbon DeKalb, in collaboration with Northern Illinois University, is proud to present Earth Fest, a FREE, family-friendly Earth Week event dedicated to celebrating local sustainability and fostering community engagement. Taking place on April 18th at the historic Egyptian Theater in downtown DeKalb, Illinois, Earth Fest promises a festive, inclusive evening filled with exciting activities, educational...

Working together with and adult buddy, your child will complete different building challenges using LEGOs.

¡Sumerja a sus hijos en un nuevo idioma o aumente la fluidez durante este divertido programa lleno de historias y rimas en español! Immerse your kids in a new language or increase fluency during this fun program full of stories and rhymes in Spanish!

Simply follow the path around the lake, reading signs placed along the trail, to take in the full story. The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.

Drop in to the library and create a fun craft! Little ones may need some help.

Come build with our Big Blue Blocks!

Are you tired of paying too much for clothes that your kids quickly outgrow? When you sell your kid's gently used items and THEN shop at Just Between Friends you'll save hundreds of dollars on clothes, shoes, books, toys and all the baby gear you need for the next season of your child's life. You...

Hopscotch, balance beam, and more are set up for you to explore.

Join us for a Bilingual Story Times with The Language Labs. Explore a new language with songs, dances, games, activities, riddles, and rhymes! Friday, March 22, 2024 | Polish | 10:30 Friday, April 19, 2024 | Urdu | 10:30 Friday, May 17, 2024 | Spanish | 10:30

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

Start your Friday morning off at the library with a fun storytime all about animals. A new animal each week! Some bilingual Spanish.

Join the library for a set of themed stories while enjoying snacks!

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.

Join us for a hands-on educational experience with Crosstown Exotics Animal Show on Friday, April 19th at 4pm in Center Park. This event is free and open to all ages. Crosstown Exotic’s reptile shows explore the prehistoric world of reptiles and amphibians and how they have been able to survive since the age of the...

Schedule of Events Monday, April 15 Bolingrook Recreation & Aquatic Complex (200 Lindsey Lane) 5:30 pm Children’s Entertainment Show – Gym Tuesday, April 16 Annerino Community Center (201 Recreation Drive) 12:30-1:15 pm Ninjas (Ages 3-5 years) 1:30-2:15 pm Gymnastics (Ages 3-5 years) 2:00-3:00 pm Outdoor Art (Ages 2-5 years w/Adult) – Central Park Pavillion 3:30-4:30...

日本語と英語のお話し歌で一緒に楽しく遊びましょ。今月のお話はききみみ頭巾です Enjoy popular stories, songs and activities in Japanese and English. This month's story: The Listening Hood.

Enjoy a movie night at the library and have fun building with LEGO bricks! The movie will be shown in English with Spanish subtitles. Register to save your spot but walk-ins are welcome if there is space to accommodate. February: The LEGO Batman Movie March: Finding Nemo April: Babe

Cooking outdoors is easy and fun! Learn how to prepare food both over a fire and on a stove. Ages 12-17 w/adult.

All ages. Join us for a fun evening of crafting. Get inspired and create something unique with our large selection of leftover craft supplies and materials. There will be no instructional portion during the program. Registration not required.

This is a RAIN or SHINE EVENT PRE-REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 4PM ON 4/19 Make a difference this Earth Day by participating in the annual Des Plaines River Cleanup! Volunteer your time to clean up the Des Plaines Riverbank and Thatcher Woods. Clean up bags, disposable gloves, and first aid supplies will be available at both...

Fresh flowers, artisan foods, music.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Volunteer to help clean and beautify Varble Park! Meet at the DGLC and pick up a free t-shirt, while supplies last, before heading to the park. Water and snacks will be provided. Register at the DGLC or call.

Every day is Earth Day at Brookfield Zoo, but on this very special day, we'll be showcasing some of the steps you can take that will truly make a difference for animals across the globe! If you've been storing items in your basement and garage, waiting for the perfect time and most Earth-friendly way to...

Get ready for Earth Day and Celebrate National Kite Month with us! This free event is fun for all ages. Bring your own kite to fly or kick back and watch the pros. There will be professional demonstrations and stunts using giant kites. This event is held in conjunction with the Oswego Country Market Spring...

Celebrate Earth Day by doing your part in helping clean up litter in the Preserves. Supplies available to check-out. Grove 25.

Simply follow the path around the lake, reading signs placed along the trail, to take in the full story. The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.

Celebrate spring with your favorite summer activity by visiting the Oswego Country Market. Head out to Prairie Point Community Park to shop at some of your favorite vendors and enjoy the free community kite fly. This event is FREE!

For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Touch-A-Truck Events.

Aurora Noon Lions Club provides free vision screening for children. Primarily aimed at 6 months to 6 years old although useful up to age 16. According to the American Public Health Association, about 10% of preschoolers have eye or vision problems. The screener is meant for early detection of the following eye disorders but not...

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED Earth Day Scavenger Hunt Build a Bird Feeder Plant a Flower Earth Friendly Snacks Earth Day Games Recycle Crayons

Join us for musical fun with your little one! Tiny Toes Music features fun songs, dancing, as well as storybook and instrument activities especially created for young children. Registration is for children ages birth-5, older siblings are welcome.

Trade your gently used books for some new ones! Drop off your unwanted books at the Adult and Youth & Teen Services desks from April 1 – 15. Then come to the swap on April 20 to find some new-to-you reads. At the end of the event, unclaimed books will be donated to SCARCE (scarce.org)....

Help restock the pond at Goose Lake South in Roselle at the annual Fish Release. Participants are provided with buckets to dispense fish into the ponds. Dress appropriately as splashes and muddy conditions are likely. All ages are welcome. Please note that fishing will be unavailable for 2 weeks after the fish release.

Plant a tree, make your own bird feeder, pick up litter, and more. Family program.

Workshops are hosted by our Red Vests from 10:00am – 1:00pm, in-store only. Don't forget Builder Recognition – attendance must be validated by an associate for credit. Confirm you have selected the correct store, date, time and number of mini-DIYers. Submitted registrations cannot be edited or undone. We look forward to building with you and...

Are you tired of paying too much for clothes that your kids quickly outgrow? When you sell your kid's gently used items and THEN shop at Just Between Friends you'll save hundreds of dollars on clothes, shoes, books, toys and all the baby gear you need for the next season of your child's life. You...

Celebrate Earth Day with themed games, self-guided litter cleanup and more.

Please join us as we walk 1.25 miles to celebrate, support and bring awareness to autism. This event is free and open to all ages as we come together to embrace our differences and unite to raise autism awareness. Purchase your t-shirts by Monday, April 1!   For information on more events like this, check...

Help restock the pond at Lakeview Park in Bloomingdale and Goose Lake South Pond in Roselle. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Bloomingdale-Roselle, participants are provided with buckets to dispense fish into the ponds. Dress appropriately as splashing and muddy conditions are likely. All ages are welcome. Participants are asked to bring canned goods that...

Join the Medinah Park District in a day of service at Thorndale Park beautifying the area, clearing invasive plants and vegetation, seeding native areas and planting trees. Come enjoy earth-themed crafts and music, while celebrating our wonderful world.

Enjoy a Story Stroll in the Library Reading Garden.

Attendees of this FREE family event at Fischer Farm will learn how to reduce their carbon footprint through demos, give-aways, arts and crafts, interactive displays and Earth-friendly craft vendors. Jump around in the jungle-themed bounce house and take a seedling home to plant! Vendors will be on site with delicious food!

Celebrate Earth Day with the Jurica-Suchy Nature Museum at Benedictine University on Saturday, April 20th! Open House: The museum will be open for drop-in visits between 10:00am and 2:00pm. Nature Walks: We will also have two times for nature walks - please register for the walk times! Bring your own nature journal with, or register...

From healthy bodies to healthy minds to healthy lives, everything starts with the Power of Play! At the Fry Family YMCA, we strive to be the head, heart, and home of our community, empowering all people — starting with our youngest — to thrive, make healthy decisions, and discover new ways of having fun. Join...

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. April 20: Polish

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...

It's a Mark Anderson cartooning class!

Come for the donuts, stay for the conversation. Bring the kiddos for activities and coloring, have a donut, and chat with other dudes about whatever comes to mind. A perfect way to meet other dads.

This funny, insightful, colorful storybook film is about being true to yourself in spite of obstacles that are thrown your way. Includes a fun game show and a lively American Sign Language lesson about colors.

We are celebrating children and their families with a week of FREE fun activities!

Join us as we celebrate and bring awareness to ways we can find sustainability, new and continuous knowledge to help protect our planet for present and future generations. We will be hosting a series of activities throughout the conservatory including: Performance by Kaben Kafo Earth Day Bingo Photo Booth Propagation Demo with Shayna and Urban...

Bugs, reptiles and snakes are back and better than ever! Join us for a fun and educational time with a cast of scaly creatures! Crosstown Exotics returns with their crew of prehistoric amphibians and reptiles for an up-close encounter with all kinds animals that have survived since the dinosaur ages. Everyone gets to interact with...

Families with children. Registration is required. Wackadoo! We're calling all Bluey fans! Join us for a morning of fun activities inpired by the adventures of the Heeler family. Familias con niños. Es necesario registrarse. ¡Wackadoo! ¡Estamos llamando a todos los fans de Bluey! Acompañanos para una mañana de actividades divertidas inspiradas en las aventuras de...

C'mon Barbie, let's go party! Meet Barbie herself and enjoy fun activities! Please register each child who will attend.

Art activities, scavenger hunts, food chain demonstrations, and free plant giveaways will delight visitors.

Lego fans will be given a new Lego building challenge. / Los fanáticos de Lego tendrán un nuevo desafío de construcción de Lego.

Enjoy fun earth-inspired activities, create recycled crafts, discover live birds of prey and creatures big and small in the animal meet and greet, shop from eco-friendly vendors, learn from “green” organizations, give Smokey Bear and the Lorax a high five, and rope climb up a tree. In case of inclement weather, the event will be...

Celebrate Earth Day at White Oaks Park with a FREE family friendly celebration filled with interactive activities, giveaways, and education to deepen your connection with our planet Earth.

Participate in the gloval event celebrating our Earth! Indoor activities include crafts, animal meet & greets and hands-on projects. Venture outside to connect with nature by taking Harley the Hawk's adventure storywalk or playing in the Hickory Hideout.

Ages 5 and older with a caregiver. Interact with zoo animals just in time for Earth Day. Beth Wagner and her team will bring in different exotic animals from around the world. Limit: 50. Free tickets distributed 30 minutes before the program.

Fun for the whole family. Teach your children the importance of a clean planet. Learn ways we can reduce, reuse & recycle. Crafts, Games, Giveaways, Entertainment, Scavenger Hunt, Face Painting for Kids, Information/Displays, Plus so much more.

Play, plant, paint and pretend with family-fun activities.

Schaumburg Park District is partnering with Golf Rose Animal Hospital and affiliated rescue shelters to bring you furry friends that are looking for their forever home. Admission is free; food and drinks will be available for purchase. If you are new to K-9 Dog Park and want to participate in the event with a dog...

Join Honee the Bee and plant a tree at our annual Earth Day Celebration! We will explore the nature garden at North Park and learn how to keep our earth clean. This is a family-oriented community event featuring District 84 students, interactive booths, vendors, nature, crafts, games and prizes.

Children can learn how to save money and be successful in life. Storytelling, arts and crafts, face painting and music. Children will receive a shredded money packet.

Celebrate the memory of Doc, our beloved Belgian draft horse, with crafts, games, and some of his favorite treats. Put on your boots and hats, grab your lasso, and enjoy a day remembering our gentle giant. Registration required for ages 2+. Ages 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult. 

Join us for a fun and engaging adventure in Minecraft! Take to the woods to escape the big bad wolf. 9 laptops available for checkout, but participants are encouraged to bring their own device.

Come in to build cool LEGO creations. LEGOs are provided. Ages 6 - 11. No registration required.

Meet reptiles and amphibians up close and personal at this one-of-a-kind program with Deb Krohn of FrogLady Presentations. Deb will teach you all about these fascinating animals with the help of her favorite scaly and slimy friends. You'll see frogs, salamanders, lizards, tortoises and snakes and hear their incredible stories. Presentation 1-2pm. For anyone wishing...

Bring a blanket and pillow to enjoy a movie on our big screen! Closed Captioning is provided. May 25 - Homeward Bound June 29 - FernGully

Join us for a sensory friendly movie screening. The room will be lighter, the volume will be lower, and audience members are welcome to move around, talk, and sing. Noise cancelling headphones and fidgets will be available to use. This program is intended for those with sensory sensitivities but all are welcome!