Up to three children age 5 and under free with each paid Adult. Multiple Raffles and a 50/50 Split the Pot. Youth eye health screening will be available at the breakfast. Police Department open house – 9:00 AM to NOON.

Lincoln Park Zoo is offering Sensory-Friendly Morning hours for guests with disabilities, chronic illness, or Deaf to experience the zoo grounds and animal buildings in a comfortable and inclusive environment. Modifications include limited capacity and muted attractions. This is a free event, but it does require advanced registration. Sensory-Friendly Morning is a free program for...

71st Kiwanis Un-Pancake Plus Breakfast  French toast sticks, egg dish, fruit, bagels Kids games, split the more and more Over the years we have raised over $800,000 for numerous local charities and community service organizations such as: The Leadershop, Pillars, Greater LaGrange YMCA, Boy Scouts of America and Helping Hand. Kiwanis also supports $30,000 in...

Get ready to lace up your running shoes and bring the entire family together for an unforgettable morning of active fun. The 2-mile course will include fun activities, obstacles, and a touch of color along the way. Participants can either run, walk, or roll (skates, strollers and/or wagons) towards the finish line. All ages are...

Join Bartlett Police Department for its FREE, annual open house on Sunday, 4/28, between 9 a.m. and noon. This fun-filled family event will be held in conjunction with the Bartlett Lions Club Spring Pancake Breakfast, available from 8 a.m. to noon, next door to the police department at the Fire Barn, 218 S. Main Street....

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.

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...

Learn and explore contributions from the Arab American Community.

Looking for a way to connect with fellow Goosechasers? Join us for this meetup to get to know other Take It Outside challenge participants and maybe even complete some missions together. Stop by the shelter to let us know what you’re enjoying about the challenge and meet other Goosechasers then set out on an adventure...

Racing against other teams, you’ll have two hours to complete a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle. Register as an individual and we will assign you a team the day of the race.

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

Watch farmers hand shear our heritage Cotswold sheep, and learn about the role of sheep on an 1890s farm. Suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to enter the farm. All ages. Free. No registration. Questions? Call 630-876-5900.

A kid-friendly event in honor of our upcoming permanent exhibit, We Are America.

Let's dance to this special day, show your diversity through dance and embrace your culture! / ¡Bailemos en este día tan especial, muestra tu diversidad a través del baile y orgullo de tu cultura! Join us to an afternoon filled with music, dance and culture! We will have the Folkloric dance group Yunen from Aurora....

Visit the Library for a playdate the last Monday of each month! Children and their grownups can stop by for some unstructured playtime, read books, socialize, and make new friends. Toys and refreshments will be provided.

Bring your family and friends to play card games like Go Fish! and snack on Swedish Fish and other sweet treats.

Learn about chemical reactions by making your own slime. For ages 8-11. ** **Ticketed program. Tickets available 30 minutes before program. Must be present to get a ticket.

Learn about the life of Louis Braille and his raised alphabet that you can read with your fingers, then make a braille sign with your name.

Join us for this special holiday celebrating children, literacy, multiculturalism, and bookjoy! We will have live music, snacks, and a free book for the first 60 children. Don’t miss this wonderful event! ¡Acompañanos para esta festividad especial que celebra a los niños, el multiculturalismo y la alegría de leer! Tendremos música en vivo, bocadillos y...

Día is a nationally recognized initiative that emphasizes the importance of literacy for all children from all backgrounds that culminates yearly on April 30. Celebrate with us as we share stories, language and culture from around the world! Enjoy performances showcasing cultures of the world. Drop in. Sessions from 10:00am - 10:45am and 4:00pm -...

Join us for some picture book Bingo! Families with elementary school students. Registration required.

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:...

Acompáñenos para celebrar a los niños en un día especial con la lectura de un cuentacuentos, manualidades, juegos, y golosinas. Para todas las edades. Regístrese a partir del 16/4. Join us for a special day to celebrate children and reading with a storytime, crafts, games, and sweet treats. All ages. Sign up begins 4/16.

Día de los Niños is a celebration of children, families, and reading. Our celebration emphasizes the importance of books and reading for all children. Come join us! A snack will be served.

Drop in any time between 6-8 pm to make some bracelets and/or keychains 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

Strings, woodwinds, brasses, and percussion, oh my! Learn about the fascinating and diverse instruments of the symphony orchestra with music historian Amber Broderick in a fun and accessible info session. This presentation will include an Instrument Show & Tell and demonstrations by DSO musicians. Patrons will learn how to identify the instruments by sound and...

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...

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 2024 Illinois resident FREE days include: May 1, 27, 29; June 19, 23, 26, 29; July 4, 17; August 28   For information on more events like this,...

We’ve teamed up with the kid pros at The Children’s Center of Cicero/Berwyn to deliver monthly interactive sessions featuring stories, development guidance, crafts and a chance to get out and connect with other new parents & caregivers.

Come out to our annual Touch-A-Truck event and see vehicles from Police, Fire, Public Works, Army vehicles and more. Learn about the different vehicles, touch, climb aboard and more! • 4–4:45 pm This is a Sensory-Friendly time, where no horns, sirens or lights flashing. • 4:45 pm We will have lights blinking, horns honking, sirens...

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...

Join in the fun as we solve puzzles by looking for Blue's paw print clues! We will share stories, sing songs, play games, and make a stylish craft.

Wonder Works is gearing up to be both a quiet place to escape the cicadas and a place to learn about our noisy visitors. On Thursdays and Saturdays in June our cicada story times will help children better understand all of the cicadas coming to Chicago in the next few weeks. We are sensitive to...

For grades K-6. Discover the science and tools that turn an egg into a chicken in this hands-on workshop presented by members of the Darien Dragons 4H Club.

BinGLOW is regular Bingo but with a fun twist! You’ll get to play Bingo with only black lights to see. Come win prizes and be sure to wear neon or white to add to the fun! Open to all ages – Registration required

Love playing board games? Come play them! Multiple table top games available / ¿Te encanta jugar juegos de mesa? ¡Ven a jugarlos! Múltiples juegos de mesa disponibles.

Come play the board games we have available and/or bring your favorite board game and teach others how to play! All ages and walk-ins are welcome.

Geared for children and their families. Build together as a family and show off your Lego skills! No registration required.

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

We are pouring out our boxes of Duplos; come play with our massive collection! We cannot wait to see what you build.

This unique event combines a variety of children’s activities and Touch-a-Truck components into one big Motion Explosion! Your children can explore fire engines, police cars and other working vehicles to learn more about the vehicles and the people who operate them.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Kite...

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

The Sheila Ray Adult Center’s Bazaar showcases a selection of hand crafted treasures including ceramics, quilted, knitted, jewelry and crocheted items, all made with care and creativity. We will have a raffle, and food available for purchase. Visitors will find the perfect gifts for Mother’s Day and teachers.

In partnership with Consulado General de México en Chicago & The Governments of Chihuahua, Nayarit, and Querétaro, Mexico Fest will feature music and dance performances from Mexican artists. Explore a one-of-a-kind mercadito experience partnered with more than 30 vendors curated by the consulate featuring handicrafts, jewelry, hats, clothing, dolls, blankets, bags, artwork and more. Participate...

Bring your whole family for board games and a scavenger hunt through the Library. All ages. Drop in.

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

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

Young artists will explore architectural design with fantasy elements. Markers and colored pencils along with a bit of imagination will complete the vision. Create your dream house!

Join us as we learn from Histories For Kids about the fascinating origins of popular foods. Join your host, Chef Alphonse Dente (Al, for short), as he talks about the "firsts" behind such fun foods as popcorn, cheeseburgers, pizza, ice cream, and more! Audience members will learn culinary tidbits like: Where was the first ice...

Hold the date — May 3, 2024 as we are expecting at minimum 5,000 visitors to enjoy 30 food truck offerings, music, dancing, and a wonderful summer night 5 - 9 pm with a post-party to follow. Stay tuned for more details.

First Fridays is a night of art, fun, music, dance, and community at local businesses and venues in downtown Aurora on the first Friday evening of the month. First Fridays in Downtown Aurora invites the community to enjoy art, music, food, theater, and more on the first Friday of the month. First Friday venues have...

Live music is the best part of summer – enjoy 40+ live music events coming summer 2024! The Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series brings the sounds of summer to the heart of Wheaton from May through September. Rotating between outdoor dining destinations, this series gives diners the opportunity to enjoy live music while trying all...

Join us as we celebrate Flying 4 Kids, a statewide Kite Fly to promote park districts, recreation agencies, and the park district youth license plate. Bring your kites, and enjoy a day out in the park, playing and exploring wind and motion.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of...

Get ready for a fun night of boardgames that are great for all ages. This program is intended for Grades 1 - 8 and their families.

Come join us for three hours of FUN! Parents can snag a little kid-free time on the first Friday of every month from 7:00-10:00pm! We'll play, eat, hang and burn all of that extra energy! The fun includes our 60 ft. inflatable obstacle course, trampolines, foam pits, open gym, games, pizza, and lemonade! Register below!...

The Palatine Farmers’ Market, operated by the Sister Cities Association of Palatine, opens on May 4.   The Farmers’ Market details are as follows: Every Saturday at the Palatine Train Station Parking Lot (directly east of the Palatine Train Station) May through October 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.   For information on more events like...

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

This community treasure features fresh produce, plants, flowers, bakery items and more.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Help us celebrate the visual magic of comics! Drop by the Library all day to pick up a free comic while supplies last.

Do you LOVE gardening? Are you new to gardening? Kick off your gardening season at SCARCE. Visit our market for eco-friendly garden supplies and advice to help you grow green! Organic seedlings – Select SCARCE as your pick-up location for How to get it. Pick up is at the market on May 4th. Native plants...

Stop in to pick up a free comic book. Children may stop by the Youth Services Desk for a free comic book today, while supplies last.

Feel the Force Awaken! We will have Star Wars and comic book themed games and crafts.

Calling all superheroes and Jedi masters! Let's celebrate the fandom and comic books! Crafts, free comics, and more! While supplies last. Do you love comic books, superheroes, and intergalactic warriors? Join us for a morning of fun! We will have crafts, superhero/space hero greenscreen photo opportunities, face painting from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., and some giveaways!...

Mark your calendar and join a wonderful community tradition. The DuPage County River Sweep is an annual cleanup event that encourages citizens to improve local waterways by removing debris and litter from a section of stream or pond. Restoration projects will also be offered at several sites as an alternative options. Supplies, technical support, snacks,...

Come and pick up a free comic book at the Ask Me Desk! While supplies last. We thank Beyond Tomorrow Comics in Palatine for their continued support! Be sure to check out the library's own comic book collection!

Comic book shops around the world are giving away comic books free today ? no strings attached ? and we're joining the fun! Celebrate Free Comic Book Day and stop by the Fiction/AV/Teen desk, the Youth desk, or South Branch to pick up your free comic book. Limit one per person while supplies last. Enter...

Pow! Zap! Pew pew! We're celebrating this double holiday with free comic books and all day Star Wars movies! Visit any library location and take home your favorite comic while supplies last. Visit any of our library locations on Saturday, May 4, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. to pick up a FREE comic in...

3rd annual Spring Artisan Marketplace downtown Bartlett offers the finest from 65+ local artists, cottage food purveyors, crafters and specialty vendors during this first-of-the-season indoor/outdoor market. Free to attend and hosted by Arts in Bartlett, the event will peak your curiosity with a generous selection of affordable, handmade and one-of-a-kind items for Mother's Day and...

The Force will be strong in Downtown Naperville on MAY THE 4TH from 9:30AM-11:30AM as costumed characters from a galaxy far, far away will take over Water Street for a FREE family-friendly meet and greet! Visit Downtown Naperville, you must! When it comes to free family fun with characters… THIS IS THE WAY!

Touch-A-Truck is your child’s chance to see their favorite big trucks and things on wheels, interact with the drivers, and take pictures. There will also be a raffle and themed giveaways while supplies last.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Touch-A-Truck Events.

This event is perfect for the avid kite-flier or for someone looking to spend a day in the park! Go Fly a Kite is a great event for beginner kite flyers and experts, young and old.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Kite Flying Festivals and Events.

Join us in the Arts and Culture Center and geek out with some free comics and a trivia contest. Participants for trivia have between the hours of 10a-2p to fill out a trivia sheet with answers; winners will receive gift cards to Graham Cracker Comics and will be chosen at random.

Algonquin Recreation is excited bring back our Touch-a-Truck Event at a New Location for 2024! This year the event will be at the Algonquin Public Works Facility for even more trucks to check out. This will be a fun family event that offers hands-on opportunities for children to EXPLORE, CLIMB and TOUCH trucks, emergency response...

Join us for a morning of open-ended free play. Kids will be able to imagine, explore, discover and meet new friends in a fun environment. For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.

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...

Join us for the 27th annual Art in Wilder Park, an Elmhurst tradition and the first outdoor Spring festival in the western suburbs each year. This highly anticipated free two-day event drew over 11,500 visitors in 2023 with over 130 booths of artists selling one-of-a-kind jewelry, paintings, sculptures, ceramics, prints, fiber arts, and mouth watering...

Come have a snack and make some fabulous art on Saturday morning. Completed works of art will be posted in the Youth Services Department for everyone to admire, with artist permission of course!

Does your child like trucks? Here’s a perfect opportunity for your child to see trucks and other vehicles up close. Some of the vehicles may include a fire truck, police car, school bus, dump truck, and many more. There will be lots of photo opportunities. Parking available at Family Aquatic Center parking lot and Community...

Using over a million LEGO® bricks to build approximately 200 feet of tracks and city-scapes, the Northern Illinois LEGO® Train Club (NILTC) Exhibit brings their awesome display for the weekend! Enjoy the sights and sounds of this fun and one-of-a-kind train exhibit created by the members of this creative and passionate group. LEGO® lovers of...

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 and find treasures for your next project at our craft supply swap. We will have the following categories and more: fabric, yarn, sewing notions, needlepoint, diamond art, scrapbooking supplies, beads, embellishments, art supplies, and more! Golden Ticket Holder may enter the swap at 11am. You will receive a Golden Ticket when you make...

Interact with some of the important equipment used to preserve and maintain Crabtree.

May the force be with you! Enjoy activities throughout the entire library! Stop by the Welcome Table in the Lobby to see a map of the event. Kids, pick up a passport for a chance to win a prize drawing! Activities run through the duration of the event; the passport drawing will be held at...

KidFest is a FREE, fun, family event that gets the entire family outside and moving. This is a FREE event located at Citizens Park. When you and your family arrive at the park, check in at one of three registration tents to get your all access wristband in order to participate in the activities. Then,...

In partnership with Consulado General de México en Chicago & The Governments of Chihuahua, Nayarit, and Querétaro, Mexico Fest will feature music and dance performances from Mexican artists. Explore a one-of-a-kind mercadito experience partnered with more than 30 vendors curated by the consulate featuring handicrafts, jewelry, hats, clothing, dolls, blankets, bags, artwork and more. Participate...

Join us in a galaxy not so far, far away right in our own neighborhood of Stratford Park as we embark on a cosmic journey to celebrate a truly iconic moment in time. Come celebrate Stratford Park with a Ribbon Cutting presentation and kickoff to the Bloomingdale Park District’s 60th Anniversary. Join us as we...

Come celebrate Free Comic Book Day with Star Wars themed activities, games, and a visit from a special Sith guest! For families. ¡Ven a celebrar el Día de Libos de Cómic con actividades temáticas de Star Wars, juegos y una visita de un invitado especial! Para familias.

Wonder Works is gearing up to be both a quiet place to escape the cicadas and a place to learn about our noisy visitors. On Thursdays and Saturdays in June our cicada story times will help children better understand all of the cicadas coming to Chicago in the next few weeks. We are sensitive to...

Clues will be hidden at over 25 different stores and restaurants in downtown La Grange! A map listing all of the participating businesses will guide you through the town. As you follow the clues, you’ll discover little treats, such as a Mad Hatter tea party where Alice herself will be hosting her own tea party...

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...

Saturday, May 4th, 11:30 a.m. – Polish Constitution Day Parade Columbus Drive, from Balbo Drive to Monroe Street, Chicago, IL Saturday, May 4th, 2:00 p.m – Chicago Chopin Foundation Grand Constitution Day Concert Ogród Chopina; 11 St. i Michigan Ave., Grand Park:

Spend a spring day at Country in the Park — part of the annual Downers Grove Historical Society’s FoundersFest celebration. Families will visit with farm animals, play 1850’s pioneer-era games and more! This event is free. Petting Zoo, Games, Exhibits and Live Music!

Join us for a day of family-friendly fun, food trucks and fantastic activities that will make your heart bloom! Free admission for all ages; a $5/person activity bracelet will be available for purchase to access the following activities: balloon twister, face painting, inflatables, crafts and other activities. 

In a galaxy far, far away or at The Elmwood Park Public Library come celebrate Star Wars Day! Youth Services will have crafts, snacks, trivia, and prizes! Don't forget to wear your Star Wars apparel or costumes! This is a drop-in program. All Ages/Family.

In partnership with the Township of Schaumburg Mental Health Board, join us to learn about different mental health topics from local organizations. Crafts and activities will also be available for all ages.

Explore nature at this free family event. Enjoy archery, a scavenger hunt, roasting marshmallows and more. Stop by the library table to say hello, play games and grab a giveaway.

Drop in for fun Star Wars activities, create a Star Wars craft, and play Star Wars games. Costumes encouraged! For children of all ages and their caregivers.

The Chorus, a program of Palatine Park District, is dedicated to encouraging all children to discover the joy of music and the excitement of performing.

Celebrate Star Wars in your own galaxy with a fun game of bingo with friends and family! Feel free to come dressed in your favorite Star Wars apparel while you play to win prizes. Best for ages 3 and older and their families. Please register each adult and child attendee using the “add more people”...

On your mark, get set, GO! We are turning the Recreation Center Parking Lot into a racetrack. Children ages 3-8 are invited to bring their personal Power Wheel and compete in a friendly race. The competition will be divided into two age classes’ ages, 3-5 and 6-8 competing separately. Trophies will be awarded for 1st...

Live music is the best part of summer – enjoy 40+ live music events coming summer 2024! The Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series brings the sounds of summer to the heart of Wheaton from May through September. Rotating between outdoor dining destinations, this series gives diners the opportunity to enjoy live music while trying all...