Week of Events
Dog Admission Days
Dog Admission Days
Several times a year, The Morton Arboretum hosts Dog Admission Days and Tails on the Trails. These are the only times that dogs not designated as service dogs are allowed on the grounds of the Arboretum. Service dogs are welcome at no cost daily, and should be identified when entering at the gatehouse. These special...
Bartlett Lions Club Pancake Breakfast
Bartlett Lions Club Pancake Breakfast
Bartlett Lions Club is hosting its Fall Pancake Breakfast, available from 8 a.m. to noon on Sunday, 11/3, at the Bartlett Fire Barn, 218 S. Main Street. Cost for the all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, coffee, milk and juice: adults, $10 and children age 6 to 12, $6. Up to three children age 5 and younger are...
Geneva French Market
Geneva French Market
European-style market offers unique eats, treats and treasures in Geneva. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmerโs Markets.
Children’s Book Author Fest
Children’s Book Author Fest
Meet with local children's book authors, discover new titles, and buy books at our Author Fest. Authors will be here to share their stories! Celebrate GPLD's Author Fest throughout the month of November by visiting our Children's Book Author Fest, celebrating the writing craft. Whether you're a book lover or an aspiring writer, this event...
Sensory-Friendly Morning
Sensory-Friendly Morning
Sensory-Friendly Morning is a free program for all people who benefit from visiting the MCA without large crowds and other sensitive environmental elements. This event is hosted in close collaboration with Bodies of Work: A Network of Disability Art and Culture. Admission is free, but attendees must register in advance.
Sensory-Friendly Hour
Sensory-Friendly Hour
We open an hour early on the first Sunday of the month for an adapted, accessible and sensory-friendly Library experience for all. The Children's Department environment will be adjusted and sensory supports and activities will be available. Drop in.
Budding Botanists
Budding Botanists
Watch out as you explore the Conservatory โ you may run into a Budding Botanists! on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00am to 3:00pm, 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...
Dinovember Fun
Dinovember Fun
Stop by anytime between 12:00 โ 4:00 to create a dinosaur crayon rubbing, learn dinosaur facts, and enjoy a variety of activity sheets.
Tractor-Drawn Wagon Ride
Tractor-Drawn Wagon Ride
Enjoy a 30-minute ride while learning about the forest preserveโs heritage and natural areas. Rides begin at 1, 1:45, and 2:30 p.m. All ages; under 13 with an adult. $5 per person ages 5 and up; under 5 free. No registration. Questions? Call 630-580-7025.
T-Rexplorers
T-Rexplorers
Get excited about science and nature when T-Rexplorers comes to the Library. See dinosaur bones up close and get a glimpse of what itโs like to go on a Paleontological dig with authentic dinosaur fossils from species like Triceratops and T-Rex. Right before the start of the program you might get to meet Ranger the...
LEGO Club
LEGO Club
Drop-in event recommended for children in grades K-8. Join other enthusiasts as you free build with the Libraryโs large collection of LEGOยฎ bricks.
A Festive Fall
A Festive Fall
Under the direction of Dr. Frederick Lowe, performs its concert โA Festive Fallโ on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at 3:30 p.m. at Cutting Hall Performing Arts Center, 150 E. Wood St., Palatine. Prepare for an exciting wind band concert featuring iconic works. The program begins with Dmitri Shostakovichโs Festive Overture, originally composed in 1954 for...
Build Your Own Board Game
Build Your Own Board Game
Have you ever dreamed of designing your own board game? Here's your chance. We'll provide the supplies and materials. You bring the creativity. Your game is yours to take home. This is a drop-in event. Feel free to stop by between 9am and 2pm to participate. While game supplies last.
GrownUp and Me Storytime
GrownUp and Me Storytime
Join us for GrownUp & Me Story Timeโenjoy engaging stories, songs, and fun activities led by Miss Kathy! There are designated play areas for kids and opportunities to connect with other families. Complimentary coffee and tea will be available for adults. Feel free to bring snacks for your little ones. Fall Sessions: Kick-off! Mon, Sept...
Free Admission Day for Illinois Residents
Free Admission Day for Illinois Residents
ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR NON-MEMBERS. The Chicago Botanic Garden offers a number of Free Admission Days for Illinois residents each year. Preregistration for nonmembers is required and will extend until the Garden is at capacity; parking fees apply. Visitors can preregister up to two months in advance for free admission days. For information...
Spanish Language Storytime
Spanish Language Storytime
Drop in with your little one to enjoy songs and stories in Spanish. Presented by The Language Labs. 0 โ 6 years with a caregiver
Free Hours for Illinois Residents
Free Hours for Illinois Residents
Admission is free for Illinois residents on Thursday evenings, 5:00โ8:00, June 6โSeptember 26. You can reserve your free tickets online in advance; your resident status will be verified using the zip code associated with the billing address provided. If youโre unable to reserve tickets in advance, please stop by the admissions desks on the day...
Minute To Win It
Minute To Win It
Time flies when youโre having fun and it goes even faster when you have a task to complete! Are you up to the challenge?
Tiny Dinos
Tiny Dinos
Calling all tiny dinos, join us for a dino-mite afternoon! Enjoy a dinosaur themed storytime, get your picture taken with a special dinosaur friend, and take home a craft. Ages 0-5 with a caregiver. * **Tickets will be available at the Children's Services Desk 30 minutes prior to the event.
Maker Mondays
Maker Mondays
Show off your DIY skills! We would love to see what you can create. / ยกDemuestra tus habilidades artรญsticas! Nos encantarรญa ver lo que puedes crear.
Animal Investigators Junior: Komodo Dragons
Animal Investigators Junior: Komodo Dragons
Let's hang out and admire incredible animals together! Best for ages 6-8. We'll learn, share our knowledge and excitement, plus do an experiment or craft that relates to komodo dragons. Please remain near the Youth Program Room in case your child needs assistance. Please register each child individually. This is the same program as Animal...
Day of the Dead Celebration
Day of the Dead Celebration
REGISTRATION REQUIRED Listen to a story and decorate a sugar skull, a common symbol in the celebration of Day of the Dead, a holiday of Mexico. Event moved to 3705 Pheasant Drive, Rolling Meadows at the Great Room. Thank you to the Rolling Meadows Park District for hosting us! Sessions are 5:00 - 6:00 p.m....
STEM Games
STEM Games
Try out some STEM games including Power Tiles, Gravity Maze, Brain Builders, and more! No registration required.
Dinovember Movie Mondays
Dinovember Movie Mondays
Join us at 5 p.m. on Monday evenings for a month-long celebration of Dinovember and watch classic dinosaur movies from throughout the decades. Our first showing will be the timeless class The Land Before Time (Rated G, 1988). For children of all ages and their caregivers, dino-rrific snacks will be provided!. Then, donโt miss the...
Legopalooza
Legopalooza
Families with Children. Registration is required. Come by the library to enjoy our impressive selection of Legos with the whole family!
Family Movie Night
Family Movie Night
Enjoy a family friendly holiday movie at the Park District. The movie will start at approximately 6:15PM. This event is free, but registration is required. Feel free to bring own snacks. Popcorn is provided. The feature presentation is The Grinch. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Animal Investigators: Komodo Dragons
Animal Investigators: Komodo Dragons
Let's hang out and admire incredible animals together! Best for ages 8-11. We'll learn, share our knowledge and excitement, plus do an experiment or craft that relates to komodo dragons. If your child is age 8 or younger, please remain near the Youth Program Room in case your child needs assistance. Caregivers of older children...
Noche de la Familia
Noche de la Familia
รnete a nosotros durante una hora de historias, canciones y comunidad en esta celebraciรณn semanal de la cultura y la familia hispana.
$1 Movie Mondays
$1 Movie Mondays
Enjoy the classics of modern cinema on the magnificent two-story screen at Paramount Theatreโฆfor the incredibly low price of just $1 per ticket! Buy tickets at the door. Cash only ($20 bills or less). Concessions available for purchase. Credit/debit cards accepted at concessions. Movies and showtimes are subject to change. Please check back here for...
Day Off School Camps
Day Off School Camps
Gymnastics (Girls) and Ninja (Co-Ed) Camps for ages 5+. Friday 10/11: Outer Space Monday 10/14: Mythical and Magical Tuesday 11/5: Slime Register on the website or email frontdesk@geminigymnasticsacademy.com
Dinovember: Adopt a Dino
Dinovember: Adopt a Dino
We're celebrating Dinovember. Drop in to our Adopt a Dino event. Pick out a dino, give them a name, and make a little home for them! This is a drop-in event. Feel free to stop by between 9am and 2pm to participate. While supplies last.
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 Presidentsโ Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Fourth of July. Upcoming 2024 Illinois resident FREE days include: August 28; September 2, 25; October 14, 23; November 5, 11, 20; December 18 For information on more events like this,...
DiNovember Dino Disco Party
DiNovember Dino Disco Party
Stop by for some fun activities, dancing and possible dinosaur sightings throughout the day!
Small Serendipity
Museum of Contemporary Art Free Day
Museum of Contemporary Art Free Day
Illinois residents receive free admission on Tuesdays. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Free Admission Day for Illinois Residents
Free Admission Day for Illinois Residents
ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR NON-MEMBERS. The Chicago Botanic Garden offers a number of Free Admission Days for Illinois residents each year. Preregistration for nonmembers is required and will extend until the Garden is at capacity; parking fees apply. Visitors can preregister up to two months in advance for free admission days. For information...
Moonwalking in the Milky Way
Moonwalking in the Milky Way
Let's celebrate outer space and the night sky with fun space-themed crafts, learning about and creating our own star stories, astronaut-in-training activities, and more. Best for ages 4-11 with their families. No registration necessary. This is an open house format program. Drop in anytime and stay as long as you like. Last entry is 15...
Wildlife Connections
Wildlife Connections
Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals, and birds from the residents of Misericordia โ Heart of Mercy.
School’s Out Drop-in Craft
School’s Out Drop-in Craft
Need something to do on your day off from school? Stop by the Program Room for a fun craft! No registration required.
Homeschool Hangout
Homeschool Hangout
Use design thinking to solve different building and engineering challenges. Staff will be available to discuss homeschool services. For grades k-8.
Dino-vember
Dino-vember
ROAR! Get ready to show your dinosaur love and learn about these prehistoric creatures through special crafts and activities.
Night Dives: Illinois Resident Free Evenings
Night Dives: Illinois Resident Free Evenings
Our Illinois Resident Free Days include access to all open animal and permanent exhibit and seasonal Stingray Touch. Take a deeper look at our current available exhibits here. We offer several reservation options for Free Days. For those who prefer to plan ahead, online ticket reservations are available with a $5 convenience fee per order....
Sensory Storytime
Sensory Storytime
Enjoy a welcoming and sensory-friendly storytime for children with autism, neurodivergence and physical disabilities. Please register so we can ensure a comfortable sensory experience. (All ages)
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 creaturesโ all in one place. The Field Museum has so much to explore, youโll need more...
Open Nature Play Day
Open Nature Play Day
Bring your little one for open nature play time and help your children connect with nature. Enjoy stories, art, and exploration.
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.
Wee Wandering Wednesdays
Wee Wandering Wednesdays
A special program for little naturalists. Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3 to 6 with adult; siblings welcome. Tickets on a first come, first served basis starting at 9:30 am.
Free Admission Day for Illinois Residents
Free Admission Day for Illinois Residents
ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR NON-MEMBERS. The Chicago Botanic Garden offers a number of Free Admission Days for Illinois residents each year. Preregistration for nonmembers is required and will extend until the Garden is at capacity; parking fees apply. Visitors can preregister up to two months in advance for free admission days. For information...
Waycar Wednesday
Waycar Wednesday
Walk through our 1906 waycar (also called a caboose), and hear how it was first used on the rails and then by Brooks McCormick after its retirement. All ages; under 18 with an adult. Free. No registration. Questions? Call 630-580-7025.
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, EMTโs. With valid ID. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Adler Planetarium Illinois Resident Free Days
Adler Planetarium Illinois Resident Free Days
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...
Wild Wednesdays
Wild Wednesdays
Wild Wednesdays are back for the season at Garfield Park Conservatory! Join Family Programs staff outdoors in Play and Grow Garden for free, drop-in activities, such as fort building, bug hunts, chalk drawing, and more! Find us every Wednesday evening from 4:00-7:30 pm. Just head outside through our Desert House doors and follow the giant...
Pokรฉmon Club
Pokรฉmon Club
Pokรฉmon fans unite! We will play games and complete crafts, all with a Pokรฉmon theme. For grades K - 4. Registration required.
Cuentos y Canciones: Spanish Bilingual Storytime
Cuentos y Canciones: Spanish Bilingual Storytime
Cuentos, canciones y arte en ingles y en espaรฑol. Stories, songs and art in English and Spanish.
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Illinois Resident Donation Day
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Illinois Resident Donation Day
We are pleased to offer weekly Donation Daysโevery Thursday the museum is openโfor 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...
Free Admission Day for Illinois Residents
Free Admission Day for Illinois Residents
ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR NON-MEMBERS. The Chicago Botanic Garden offers a number of Free Admission Days for Illinois residents each year. Preregistration for nonmembers is required and will extend until the Garden is at capacity; parking fees apply. Visitors can preregister up to two months in advance for free admission days. For information...
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 Thursday Each Month (*unless noted otherwise) Thursday, October 3 | 11:00 Thursday, November 7 | 11:00 Thursday, December 5 | 11:00 Thursday, January 9 | 11:00
Cuentos en Espaรฑol
Cuentos en Espaรฑol
Acompรกรฑanos para una presentaciรณn de cuentos y mรบsica en Espaรฑol e Inglรฉs.
All Aboard: Board Game Club
All Aboard: Board Game Club
Bored of playing the same games all the time? Tired of solving the same puzzles? Are you in Grades 4-6? Then come join Ms. Cat at All Aboard! Board Game Club where we will play board game favorites like Fireball Island and 5 Minute Mysteries, as well as new games you are sure to enjoy!...
Family Reading Dragons Night
Family Reading Dragons Night
Family Reading Night is taking to the skies! Attend a special storytime, complete crafts and nibble on snacks before signing the kids up for our new reading program, Reading Dragons & Friends! (BabiesโGrade 5 with an adult) Family Reading Night is taking to the skies! Celebrate the importance of reading as a family at this...
Family Flashlight Walk
Family Flashlight Walk
Kick off November with a brisk evening walk through Kimball Hill Park from 5:30-7pm! Bring your flashlights and stop for a craft, glow stick fun and autumn activities along the way. To usher in the season of Thanksgiving, we will be collecting non-perishable goods for local families in need at the start of the walk....
Family Game Night
Family Game Night
Drop in any time between 6-7:30 pm to play some games as a family. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Recommended age: 5 years and up with an adult
Lemont High School STEM Night
Lemont High School STEM Night
The library will be at this free, all-ages event held at Lemont High School (800 Porter Street), which will feature numerous STEM stations and food vendors.
Explore and Discover Together: Express Yourself with Beads
Explore and Discover Together: Express Yourself with Beads
Did you know that people have been using beads for more than 120,000 years? Learn how people throughout the world use beads, then craft a simple sewn-bead framed artwork perfect for gift-giving. Best for ages 4-11 with an adult. Children will use large beads with burlap and plastic needles for their creations. If they prefer,...
Pokรฉmon Club
Pokรฉmon Club
Meet to play and talk Pokรฉmon with other trainers. Participants are welcome to bring along Pokรฉmon art, cards or other Pokรฉmon items for show and tell. Ages 6 and older, caregiver participation required.
Bilingual Storytime en Espanol: Salta para Cuentos
Bilingual Storytime en Espanol: Salta para Cuentos
Un cuento muy especial en espaรฑol e inglรฉs que incluye historias, mรบsica y actividades. TR A very special storytime in both Spanish and English including stories, music, and activities. TR Este mes estaremos haciendo una hora de cuentos muy especial no solo en un idioma, sino en DOS. รnase a Miss Stephanie y Miss Lynna...
Family LEGO Build
Family LEGO Build
What can you make with our Legos, a theme, and your imagination? This month for Dinovember, we are building dinosaur lands. Weโll display your creations in the Kids Room. For children of all ages accompanied by an adult.
Free Admission Day for Illinois Residents
Free Admission Day for Illinois Residents
ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR NON-MEMBERS. The Chicago Botanic Garden offers a number of Free Admission Days for Illinois residents each year. Preregistration for nonmembers is required and will extend until the Garden is at capacity; parking fees apply. Visitors can preregister up to two months in advance for free admission days. For information...
Scales-N-Tales Storytime
Scales-N-Tales Storytime
Start your Friday morning off at the library with a fun storytime all about animals. A new animal each week! Some bilingual Spanish.
STEAMagination
ใใคใชใณใฌใซใ่ฉฑใๆขๆคๅฎถ / Japenese Bilingual Story Explorers
ใใคใชใณใฌใซใ่ฉฑใๆขๆคๅฎถ / Japenese Bilingual Story Explorers
ๆฅๆฌ่ชใจ่ฑ่ชใฎใ่ฉฑใๆญใงไธ็ทใซๆฅฝใใ้ใณใพใใใไปๆใฎใ่ฉฑใฏใใใฟใฟ้ ญๅทพใงใ Enjoy popular stories, songs and activities in Japanese and English. This month's story: The Listening Hood.
Young Artists Workshops: Origami-to-Go!
Young Artists Workshops: Origami-to-Go!
First weโll make a folded cup, and then we will make origami-to-go! Dogs, frogs, fluttering butterflies and more will be part of the collection. Bring your precision folding skills!
Dance Experiences with Joffrey Ballet Community Engagement
Dance Experiences with Joffrey Ballet Community Engagement
Point those toes and pliรฉ with Joffrey Ballet Community Engagement! Dancewear is not required, but comfortable clothing is recommend. Ages 6-12. Registration Required.
Family Bingo Night
Family Bingo Night
Get your game on at Family Bingo Night at Ackerman SFC. The whole family is welcome to drop in to play several rounds of bingo starting at 5 pm. Prizes, like gift cards and candy, will be awarded at the end of each round. Open to all ages but children ages 15 and under must...
Dia De Los Muertos Dance
Dia De Los Muertos Dance
Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Dia De Los Muertos with your entire family. From colorful decorations to engaging activities, this event promises a memorable evening of culture and community. Don't miss this opportunity to honor loved ones and celebrate life in true Mexican style! Dance to lively Latin beats with DJ Adam Savor...
All Aboard
All Aboard
Make and decorate a cardboard train car before settling in for a short movie with a snack. TR This program is hosted in the Lake Cook Room. Limit 20 TR = Ticket registration. Free tickets distributed 30 minutes before the program on a first-come, first-served basis at the Youth Services Desk.
Movies in the Corner
Movies in the Corner
All ages. Enjoy a family-friendly movie in the Poet Tree Corner on the second floor. October 25: Hotel Transylvania, animated, 91 minutes, PG November 8: Wreck-it Ralph, 2012, animated, 108 minutes, PG November 22: Moana, 2016, animated, 103 minutes, PG December 6: Madagascar, 2005, animated, 86 minutes, PG December 20: Ice Age, 2002, animated, 81...
Pumpkin Smash
Pumpkin Smash
Keep your pumpkins and jack-o-lanterns out of the landfill by composting them at our annual Pumpkin Smash. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Pumpkin Smash Composting Events.
Pumpkin Smash Composting Event
Pumpkin Smash Composting Event
Don't Trash it! Smash it! Green your Halloween by composting your pumpkin at the Western Springs Pumpkin Smash! The Pumpkin Smash is an effort to divert pumpkins from landfills by providing locations for residents to drop off jack-o-lanterns to be composted. Saturday, November 9 from 9 am - noon in the parking lot at St....
Pumpkin Smash
Pumpkin Smash
Donโt trash it, smash it! Pumpkin smash is an annual waste reduction and education effort in Illinois first begun by SCARCE. It diverts pumpkins from landfills by providing locations for you to drop off your pumpkins to be composted. Come smash your pumpkins in a dumpster located at the Clauss Recreation Center Maintenance Barn, 430...
Wheaton French Market
Wheaton French Market
Fresh flowers, artisan foods, music. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmerโs Markets.
Saturday Stay and Play
Saturday Stay and Play
Bring your family-building skills to Kids Landing during our Saturday Stay and Play! Your family will enjoy an endless variety of play patterns like construction, pretend play, role-playing, and inventing your own games while building with our new Blue Blocks. Most importantly, you will be deeply engaged and active and have hours of fun with...
Lapidary Activity Day
Lapidary Activity Day
Drop-in and have fun with fossils and hands-on activities! See and touch real fossils, put together 3-D puzzles of dinosaurs, and make your very own fossil imprint to take home! โSay BONES,โ a fossil-full version of the classic Bingo, will be offered throughout the day. A living history portrayal of Mary Anning, the first female...
Star Wars Day
Star Wars Day
Get in the Star Wars spirit and show your love for this epic franchise with a day of out-of-this-world fun for peopleโand droidsโof all ages! Join us for a fun day full of Star Wars family fun! Droid Showcase Star Wars Story Time Droid Scavenger Hunt! Sarlacc Pit Bag Toss! Build Your Own Lightsaber Hoth...
Shoe Swap with Go Green La Grange
Shoe Swap with Go Green La Grange
Come swap your old styles for new ones! Go Green La Grange will accept all seasonally appropriate footwear to share with the community. They will also accept unusable shoes to be donated and repurposed.
Mario Kart Tournament
Mario Kart Tournament
Think you've got what it takes to be Lisle's best Mario Kart Racer? Enter and compete for the title. This game is rated E. Ending times for this event may vary by up to 15 minutes. Registration is required.
Sensory Storytime and Play
Sensory Storytime and Play
This storytime program provides a modified environment and is intended for families with disabilities, on the autism spectrum, and/or sensory processing disorders.
Get Rawrsome with T-Rexplorers
Get Rawrsome with T-Rexplorers
With a t-rex to greet you and fossils to fuel your wonder, you will be digging this Dinovember program. Sponsored by The Friends of the Lemont Library. Donโt miss the chance to be dino-mite at the library! With a t-rex to greet you and fossils to fuel your wonder, you will be digging this Dinovember...
Super Saturday: Explore Indonesia
Super Saturday: Explore Indonesia
Treat your family to a unique time-travel experience, listening to centuries-old live Javanese gamelan music and enjoying the sights of Indonesia. Best for ages 4 and older with their families. Friends of the Gamelan will showcase several traditional pieces from the Central Javanese gamelan repertoire. The performance will be in the gadhon style, a chamber...
RoboThink Battle Robots Workshop
RoboThink Battle Robots Workshop
Calling all future champions and robot enthusiasts! Brace yourself for an action-packed RoboThink workshop, where youโll embark on an epic journey of building and battling an awe-inspiring robot. Put on your engineerโs hat and bring your robot to life using gears, motors, axles, and our state-of-the-art hardware. Then, step into the arena and engage in...
Family Day: Screen Time
Family Day: Screen Time
Join us on opening weekend of The Living End: Painting and Other Technologies to make some art in the digital world. Participating artists include Niema Qureshi and Norman Long.
Budding Botanists
Budding Botanists
Watch out as you explore the Conservatory โ you may run into a Budding Botanists! on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00am to 3:00pm, 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...
Tiny Great Performances
Tiny Great Performances
Tiny Great Performancesโข bring professional and community performers to the Museum to promote a life-long love of the arts in children and their families. Performances feature a variety of subjects including dance, music, storytelling, theatre, and more. Tiny Great Performances are designed to be an integration of play and performance. Guests are welcome to stop,...
Holiday Market
Holiday Market
Local vendors will be on-site for you to purchase handmade crafts, jewelry, food, and more. Please note: Some vendors take credit cards but most are cash-only.
Turkey Tails and Tales
Turkey Tails and Tales
Gather 'round for a turkey-themed story time, then learn about these iconic birds through hands-on exploration of real feathers and more! During this event, we will also create a take-home craft for the birds in your backyard to enjoy.
Tractor-Drawn Wagon Ride
Tractor-Drawn Wagon Ride
Enjoy a 30-minute ride while learning about the forest preserveโs heritage and natural areas. Rides begin at 1, 1:45, and 2:30 p.m. All ages; under 13 with an adult. $5 per person ages 5 and up; under 5 free. No registration. Questions? Call 630-580-7025.
Animal Investigators: Komodo Dragons
Animal Investigators: Komodo Dragons
Let's hang out and admire incredible animals together! Best for ages 8-11. We'll learn, share our knowledge and excitement, plus do an experiment or craft that relates to komodo dragons. If your child is age 8 or younger, please remain near the Youth Program Room in case your child needs assistance. Caregivers of older children...
LEGO Club
LEGO Club
Drop by the library and build with LEGO. Each Wednesday we will have a different LEGO challenge you can try, or build whatever you want!
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