Wonder Works for Everyone
Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak ParkBlast Off to Outer Space Museum Takeover
Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak ParkWeek of Events
Dog Admission Days
Dog Admission Days
Several times a year, The Morton Arboretum hosts Dog Admission Days and Tails on the Trails events. 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...
Shedd Aquarium Illinois Resident Free Day
Shedd Aquarium Illinois Resident Free Day
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....
Wonder Works for Everyone
Wonder Works for Everyone
During Wonder Works for Everyone play sessions, the museum opens an hour hourly for an accessible and inclusive environment. Each Wonder Works for Everyone session requires pre-registration for a limited number of families so that we can best prepare the Wonder Works environment for a sensory friendly play session. We will have two sensory friendly...
Track and Scat Hike
Track and Scat Hike
REGISTER IN ADVANCE Winter offers a unique opportunity to explore the outdoors. As the ground hardens and snow falls, wildlife leave behind tracks and signs that tell a story. Join The Forge Naturalist for a family-friendly hike and learn to identify animals by the tracks and scat they leave behind. This two-mile hike will traverse...
Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Free admission is available to guests on the following dates: October 1 - November 26, 2024: Tuesdays and Thursdays December 2 - December 24, 2024: Mondays and Tuesdays January 3 - February 27, 2025: Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays For more information about events like these, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Blast Off to Outer Space Museum Takeover
Blast Off to Outer Space Museum Takeover
Calling all astronauts and deep space explorers! From January 9 to 20, Wonder Works Childrenโs Museum is blasting off to outer space! We will have activities related to outer space throughout the museum. Children can dress up as astronauts, crawl into rocket tents and pretend theyโve landed Mars. In our lunar exploration pit, children can...
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...
Family Sensory Hour
Family Sensory Hour
The Family Sensory Hour offers the opportunity for children with special needs to use the Kids' Library in a safe and welcoming environment before the Library opens. Live in-person. Registration required.
Winterfest
Winterfest
Join us for a fun-filled winter event at Horizon Park! Activities will include (weather permitting) Penguin egg-hunt Dog sled demo team Winter Arts & Crafts Giant Snow Globe photos And More!
Tech Time
Tech Time
Drop-in event for families with children of all ages. Weโll have our favorite high and low-tech options available for families to explore.
Adventurers Unite
Adventurers Unite
Travel through the multiverse of Dungeons & Dragons on an amazing journey to stop a famous D&D villain. Participants can choose a pre-made character at their first session or contribute their own character to join the fun.
Raise the Woof! It’s a Dogman Party
Raise the Woof! It’s a Dogman Party
Celebrate Dogman and his friends. Heโs half dog, half police officer, all movie star! Celebrate Dogman and his friends at the Library, then watch the trailer for his first movie.
PajamaRama
PajamaRama
Wear your cool pajamas for a pajama party. We'll read a book, make a craft and snack on cookies and chocolate milk. Ages 6-11 with a caregiver.
Skating in the Park
Skating in the Park
Rosemontโs Parkway Bank Park entertainment district is thrilled to kick off the holiday season with the return of its Chicago Wolves Ice Rink Saturday, November 23. Admission to the Chicago Wolves Ice Rink is free. Guests are invited to bring their own skates or rent skates on-site for $8. The Chicago Wolves Ice Rink will...
MLK Jr. Day of Service
MLK Jr. Day of Service
REGISTER IN ADVANCE Honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by participating in a day of service. Start the day with coffee and hot chocolate, then help cut and remove invasive brush, improving the quality of our natural areas. Dress in warm layers. Gloves and tools will be available for loan. Volunteers under...
Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
Join Lake Katherine naturalists in restoration work to honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. Activities include cutting down invasive species and burning brush. Registration required to receive waiver form and map of work location. Please email: Sophia.shukin@lakekatherine.org For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate...
Animals in Winter
Animals in Winter
Free family activity with crafts, games, hands-on activities, books and more Designed for ages 4-10 but all ages welcome No registration required but at least one adult must attend with each family Available on Jan. 2- 4 & 18, 20: Monday-Friday, 9 am - 12:30 pm & 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm Saturday, 9 am...
MLK Day of Service
MLK Day of Service
Stop by the nature center to participate in a self-led litter pick-up. Garbage bags and disposable gloves available. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Kids.
Shedd Aquarium Illinois Resident Free Day
Shedd Aquarium Illinois Resident Free Day
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....
MLK Celebration
MLK Celebration
Join the park district for an informative guest speaker along with an education photo exhibit in the DGLC Oak Room. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Kids.
Black Creativity Family Day
Black Creativity Family Day
Join us for a day of activities celebrating the power of creativity and innovation! During this yearโs Family Day, families can participate in a day of community art experience, engage in creative activities, and explore the Juried Art Exhibition. More details on this annual Black Creativity event will be announced soon. Black Creativity Family Day...
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 2024โ25 Illinois resident FREE days include: December 18; January 20โ24, 28โ31; February 4โ7, 11โ14, 17, 18โ21, 25โ28 For information on more events like this, check out our...
Blast Off to Outer Space Museum Takeover
Blast Off to Outer Space Museum Takeover
Calling all astronauts and deep space explorers! From January 9 to 20, Wonder Works Childrenโs Museum is blasting off to outer space! We will have activities related to outer space throughout the museum. Children can dress up as astronauts, crawl into rocket tents and pretend theyโve landed Mars. In our lunar exploration pit, children can...
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Commemorative Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Commemorative Day
At this family-focused celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.โs ongoing influence on the fight for civil rights in the US, enjoy hands-on engagements, musical performances, and opportunities to learn about how to become more civically engaged in your community. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to...
Dr. Martin Luther King Day Celebration
Dr. Martin Luther King Day Celebration
Join us for our celebration of Dr. King and his legacy at Chicago Childrenโs Museum through art activities, storytelling, and reflection. 10:00 am - 4:00 pm: Visit our story lounge on Floor 2 to peruse children's books on the civil rights movement, race, and identity. Explore resources to help you have conversations with your children...
MLK Day of Service
MLK Day of Service
Celebrate MLK with a day of service. Join us for a litter clean-up, crafts and cocoa! For groups of 10 or more, email kelvin.boyd@cookcountyil.gov. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Kids.
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.
Day of Service
Day of Service
The Day of Service honors Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and the legacy of volunteer service. Come by to make a Card of Hope for a child in foster care. Children in foster care often feel forgotten on special occasions. Receiving a Card of Hope will bring them hope and joy. All materials will be...
Kids Care Fun Fair: Spread Kindness!
Kids Care Fun Fair: Spread Kindness!
Drop in for fun, kid-friendly activities that help make the world a better place. Stop at one station or explore them all! Best for ages 11 and younger with their families. Station 1: Color because you care Send a smile! First, design a special card with markers, stickers, and decorations. Then, put the card into...
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. Please note: Parking fees still apply. 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...
Frosty Fest
Frosty Fest
Join us for Frosty Fest, an exciting indoor carnival on your day off from school! Bring the whole family out and let the kids try their luck at carnival games and play in the bounce house. Pizza and other carnival treats will be for sale. Dont miss out on this festive celebration. Mark your calendar...
Dan Gogh’s Magic and Art Show
Dan Gogh’s Magic and Art Show
Families, join us for a blend of art, magic, and comedy to inspire creativity through reading adventures.
Free Admission for Illinois Residents
Free Admission for Illinois Residents
Weโre excited to start 2025 with Free Winter Weekdays, January 6โMarch 14, 2025, offering Illinois residents free admission every Monday, Thursday, and Fridayโall day long. Beginning March 5, 2025, we will also be open on Wednesdays, which means that Wednesdays, March 5, and March 12, will also be part of our 2025 Free Winter Weekdays....
Drop-in: MLK National Day of Service Project
Drop-in: MLK National Day of Service Project
For all ages. Join us as we complete a project for the National Day of Service. We are making fleece tie blankets for Camden's Comfort Project. Spend a few minutes or a few hours volunteering. Available while supplies last. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate...
Family BINGO
Family BINGO
By popular demand, we're opening up BINGO for the whole family! Come for the chance to win small prizes. Children under age 9 must be accompanied by an adult caretaker. Register each child attending.
Sensory Friendly Movie: “Rio”
Sensory Friendly Movie: “Rio”
Experience a movie with dimmed lights and the volume turned down low. Kids can dance, wiggle and sing if they want. This is not a drop-off event. We will have a bin of fidgets available for use.
Kids Care Fun Fair: Spread Kindness!
Kids Care Fun Fair: Spread Kindness!
Drop in for fun, kid-friendly activities that help make the world a better place. Stop at one station or explore them all! Best for ages 11 and younger with their families. Station 1: Color because you care Send a smile! First, design a special card with markers, stickers, and decorations. Then, put the card into...
Family Volunteering: Make a Fleece Blanket
Family Volunteering: Make a Fleece Blanket
Celebrate the spirit of Martin Luther King Jr and this National Day of Service by creating fleece blankets which will be donated to various organizations in our community. For adults and kids of all ages. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr....
Winter Crafts
Cartooning Adventure
Cartooning Adventure
Professional cartoonist Mark Anderson leads us on a drawing adventure. You decide (and draw) where we'll go, what we'll do, and who we'll encounter on an epic trek. Come and see what happens!
Dan Gogh’s Magic and Art Show
Dan Gogh’s Magic and Art Show
Artist-Magician Dan Gogh uses comedy, magic, and art to unlock the mystery of creativity. Dan will be your guide to wacky colors, magical drawings, and art tools that have a mind of their own. Reading is a huge component of this special show. Prepare to be amazed, inspired, and laugh all the way as you...
MLK Day of Service
MLK Day of Service
To celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the library will be hosting a Day of Service dedicated to supporting our community! Come by our drop-in stations to make items for local organizations. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Kids.
Afternoon Movie Showing: Our Friend Martin
Afternoon Movie Showing: Our Friend Martin
Learn about civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr., through a blend of historical footage and animation. Bring a comfy blanket or pillow, if preferred, for floor seating. Movie is rated G and is 60 minutes long. Synopsis: What begins as a routine class project for a diverse group of sixth-graders turns into a magical,...
Battle of the Pizzas
Battle of the Pizzas
Have you ever wondered what the best pizza in Franklin Park was? Wonder no longer! Weโll be taste testing every pizza in Franklin Park to see which one is the BEST. Must be in grades 3-8
Change Makers’ Club
Change Makers’ Club
Do you want to make the world a better place? Weโll read a book about someone who made a positive impact on their community, then explore the topic through discussion, and a game or a craft.
Skating in the Park
Skating in the Park
Rosemontโs Parkway Bank Park entertainment district is thrilled to kick off the holiday season with the return of its Chicago Wolves Ice Rink Saturday, November 23. Admission to the Chicago Wolves Ice Rink is free. Guests are invited to bring their own skates or rent skates on-site for $8. The Chicago Wolves Ice Rink will...
Clay-O-Rama
Pokรฉmon Club
Pokรฉmon Club
Join fellow trainers to play, chat, and share your love for all things Pokรฉmon! Bring along your favorite Pokรฉmon art, cards, or collectibles for show-and-tell session. Whether you're battling, trading, or discussing your favorite Pokรฉmon, this is the perfect place to connect with fellow fans and enhance your Pokรฉmon journey! Ages 6 and older, caregiver...
Legopalooza
Legopalooza
Families with Children. Registration is required. Come by the library to enjoy our impressive selection of Legos with the whole family! Familias con niรฑos. Es necesario registrarse. ยกVen a la biblioteca para disfrutar de nuestra impresionante selecciรณn de Legos con toda la familia!
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.
Shedd Aquarium Illinois Resident Free Day
Shedd Aquarium Illinois Resident Free Day
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....
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 2024โ25 Illinois resident FREE days include: December 18; January 20โ24, 28โ31; February 4โ7, 11โ14, 17, 18โ21, 25โ28 For information on more events like this, check out our...
Small Serendipity
Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Free admission is available to guests on the following dates: October 1 - November 26, 2024: Tuesdays and Thursdays December 2 - December 24, 2024: Mondays and Tuesdays January 3 - February 27, 2025: Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays For more information about events like these, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
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.
Homeschool Huddle
Homeschool Huddle
December 13: Celebrate the holidays with a craft, snacks, music, and festive activities for the whole family. January 21: Fiber artist Natasha Lehrer Lewis will guide us through the wool felting process with a cute little fox to take home! Registration required. Grade levels 1-5.
Drop In Craft
Fandom Fun – Taylor Swift
Fandom Fun – Taylor Swift
Join us for trivia, crafts or games about some of our favorite fandoms. This month we celebrate Taylor Swift.
Puzzle Race
Puzzle Race
Think you have the fastest puzzling skills in town? Grab some friends and come prove it! Compete in teams of up to four over 2 hours to see who can finish their puzzle first! Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place! Note: If registering with fewer than 4 members, we may place...
Bingo
Bingo
Adults, teens, and children ages 5-9 with a caregiver are invited to join us for Bingo. Bring a friend and have some fun. Registration preferred, but drop-ins are welcome.
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)
Low Sensory Morning
Low Sensory Morning
Join us for a low sensory morning event for guests with disabilities and Veterans. Guests will explore our exhibits and experiences in a relaxed and accepting environment with their family members and companions. Exclusive access for registrants 9-10am. Tickets include museum admission for the day. Exhibits and experiences modified to be low sensory until noon....
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...
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 2024โ25 Illinois resident FREE days include: December 18; January 20โ24, 28โ31; February 4โ7, 11โ14, 17, 18โ21, 25โ28 For information on more events like this, check out our...
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 Wonders
Wee Wonders
Learn about nature through music, movement, stories, and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult.
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.
PlayLab PlayDate
PlayLab PlayDate
Drop in to the Crown Family PlayLab for free weekly activities for 2-6 year olds! PlayLab PlayDates are free, drop-in activities featuring storytime sessions, music and movement circles, science experiments and more. PlayLab PlayDates are free to museum guests, donโt require pre-registration, and take place on IL Resident Free Days! Sessions take place in the...
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...
Family Trivia Nite
Family Trivia Nite
Get ready for a Kahoot! of a good time โ with themed trivia the whole family can enjoy! Snacks will be provided. Prizes offered for 3 rounds of trivia! This time we will feature quizzes on: restaurant slogans, Frozen & Wizard of Oz!
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!
Wednesday Fun Night
Wednesday Fun Night
Come in your pajamas or your play clothes; just be sure to bring the whole family for this evening storytime that features a different activity each week. For kids up to 6 with caregiver. Siblings welcome.
Family Craft Night
Family Craft Night
Bring the whole family for craft night at the library! Each week we will feature up-cycled materials. Ages 4 + with a caregiver.
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 2024โ25 Illinois resident FREE days include: December 18; January 20โ24, 28โ31; February 4โ7, 11โ14, 17, 18โ21, 25โ28 For information on more events like this, check out our...
Storytime at Wholey Granoly
Storytime at Wholey Granoly
Join us for a free, engaging storytime experience for your little ones. Each child will receive a special treat when our stories are complete. Registration opens two weeks before the event date.
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...
Crafty Kids
Crafty Kids
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.
Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Free admission is available to guests on the following dates: October 1 - November 26, 2024: Tuesdays and Thursdays December 2 - December 24, 2024: Mondays and Tuesdays January 3 - February 27, 2025: Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays For more information about events like these, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Cuentos en Espaรฑol
Cuentos en Espaรฑol
Acompรกรฑanos para una presentaciรณn de cuentos y mรบsica en Espaรฑol e Inglรฉs.
Free Admission for Illinois Residents
Free Admission for Illinois Residents
Weโre excited to start 2025 with Free Winter Weekdays, January 6โMarch 14, 2025, offering Illinois residents free admission every Monday, Thursday, and Fridayโall day long. Beginning March 5, 2025, we will also be open on Wednesdays, which means that Wednesdays, March 5, and March 12, will also be part of our 2025 Free Winter Weekdays....
LEGOยฎ Building Challenge
LEGOยฎ Building Challenge
Build along with other kids and try to complete this month's challenge: create a winter village.
Fandom Crafts: Minecraft
Fandom Crafts: Minecraft
Make some Minecraft themed crafts to take home. No registration required. This is a drop-in event. Feel free to stop by between 4pm and 5:30pm to participate.
Whodunnit
Lunar New Year Story & Craft
Lunar New Year Story & Craft
Learn about this important celebration through the book "Lunar New Year" by Mary Man-Kong before creating your own dragon craft! Ages 3+ with a caregiver. ** **Tickets can be picked up at the children's desk 30 minutes before the start of the program. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup...
Chess Club: Instruction and Open Play
Chess Club: Instruction and Open Play
Let's play chess! Join instructors from Elite Chess to learn more about the game and then have a chance to play with some other students. No registration required. The library will have some chess sets available. Feel free to bring your own to play with.
Lunar New Year Story and Craft
Lunar New Year Story and Craft
Learn about this important celebration through the book "Lunar New Year" by Mary Man-Kong before creating your own dragon craft! Ages 3+ with a caregiver. ** **Tickets can be picked up at the children's desk 30 minutes before the start of the program. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup...
Reel Good Film Club – The Wild Robot
Reel Good Film Club – The Wild Robot
Join us at 6:00 pm for a free showing of the movie The Wild Robot, read the description below: "Shipwrecked on a deserted island, a robot named Roz must learn to adapt to its new surroundings. Building relationships with the native animals, Roz soon develops a parental bond with an orphaned gosling." Register online to...
Adventurers Unite
Adventurers Unite
Travel through the multiverse of Dungeons & Dragons on an amazing journey to stop a famous D&D villain. Participants can choose a pre-made character at their first session or contribute their own character to join the fun.
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 2024โ25 Illinois resident FREE days include: December 18; January 20โ24, 28โ31; February 4โ7, 11โ14, 17, 18โ21, 25โ28 For information on more events like this, check out our...
Lunar New Year Dragon
Lunar New Year Dragon
Celebrate the Lunar New Year by making your very own dragon craft. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Ways for Families to Celebrate the Chinese New Year.
Community Partner Playdate
Community Partner Playdate
Join us for a playdate at the Wheaton Public Library. While children and families socialize, we'll have DuPage County community partners present to share resources including developmental screening, early childhood programming, and more! In partnership with the Wheaton/Warrenville Early Childhood Collaborative and World Relief. No registration required.
Chinese New Year Storytime
Chinese New Year Storytime
Reading aloud is not only an enjoyable experience for children and adults to share together, but it also supports the development of early literacy skills, and fosters a lifelong love of reading. Chinese Story Time โ Lunar New Year on Friday, January 24 at 10:30am. For information on more events like this, check out...
Family Movie
Family Movie
Bring a blanket and pillow to enjoy a movie on our big screen! Closed Captioning is provided. January 3: Inside Out
Bilingual Storytime
Bilingual Storytime
Enjoy books and songs in English and another language! Twenty name tags (children only). For kids of all ages and their grownups. January 17: Spanish January 24: Korean February 28: Korean
Mini Mad Scientists – Bubbles
Mini Mad Scientists – Bubbles
Explore the simple science behind a topic. This month we explore bubbles. Dress for messy! The same class is offered twice each month. Register for only one. Children must attend with an adult caregiver. Group limit: 12 pairs.
Bilingual Story Times
Bilingual Story Times
Join us for a Bilingual Story Times with The Language Labs. Explore a new language with songs, dances, games, activities, riddles, and rhymes! Friday, January 24 | 10:30 - Chinese Story Time โ Lunar New Year Friday, February 21 | 10:30 - Portuguese Story Time Friday, March 21 | 10:30 - Hindi Story Time Friday,...
Chinese Story Time with Starlink Global Education
Chinese Story Time with Starlink Global Education
Starlink Global Education brings their interactive Chinese story time to the Library. Enjoy stories, songs and an introduction to Chinese. Register. Program Room.
Zoo Baby Playtime
Zoo Baby Playtime
Learn all about the new babies at the Brookfield Zoo in this animal-themed playtime! (Ages 3โ5 with an adult)
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.
Free Admission for Illinois Residents
Free Admission for Illinois Residents
Weโre excited to start 2025 with Free Winter Weekdays, January 6โMarch 14, 2025, offering Illinois residents free admission every Monday, Thursday, and Fridayโall day long. Beginning March 5, 2025, we will also be open on Wednesdays, which means that Wednesdays, March 5, and March 12, will also be part of our 2025 Free Winter Weekdays....
Yoga with Miss Kelly
Yoga with Miss Kelly
Namaste! Come downward dog with us twice this month during Yoga for children with Miss Kelly. We'll be doing lots of fun animal poses as we learn about how to move our bodies using yoga! Much gratitude to Kelly McCreary for her yoga introduction for children. We're so grateful for a grant from Oak Park...
Lunar New Year with Jewel-Osco
Lunar New Year with Jewel-Osco
This celebration includes: Sampling and live demos Lion dance performances Live traditional music Cultural insights and activities Giveaways and more! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Ways for Families to Celebrate the Chinese New Year
LEGO Club
LEGO Club
Make LEGO robots, create stories, and build amazing creations. Drop in. Program Room.
Family Fun Friday Nights
Family Fun Friday Nights
Join us on select Friday nights for a little extra family fun at DCM! DCM is open until 8:00pm every Friday during the school year Friday, January 10: Letโs do some moving & grooving with Family Yoga at 5:30 and 6:15, explore musical instruments, and make a ribbon wand to sway to the music. Friday,...
Community Cares
Community Cares
Give the new year a great start and join us for Community Cares at DuPage Childrenโs Museum. Weโre teaming up with local organizations to give children and their families opportunities to give back to their community in a fun, interactive way. Collecting Donations for Loaves & Fishes: DCM will be accepting unopened non-perishables and toiletries....
Preschool and Enrichment Fair
Preschool and Enrichment Fair
We're back. Join us at the Library to learn about some of the wonderful daycare, preschool and enrichment facilities in the area, all in one place! Representatives from dozens of schools and organizations will be available to answer your questions. Drop in anytime 10:00am - noon!
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. If your family does NOT require a modified sensory environment, please see the events calendar to register for an unmodified storytime.
Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Brookfield Zoo Free Admission Day
Free admission is available to guests on the following dates: October 1 - November 26, 2024: Tuesdays and Thursdays December 2 - December 24, 2024: Mondays and Tuesdays January 3 - February 27, 2025: Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays For more information about events like these, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Kids Care Fun Fair: Spread Kindness!
Kids Care Fun Fair: Spread Kindness!
Drop in for fun, kid-friendly activities that help make the world a better place. Stop at one station or explore them all! Best for ages 11 and younger with their families. Station 1: Color because you care Send a smile! First, design a special card with markers, stickers, and decorations. Then, put the card into...
All About Fire
All About Fire
Learn safe practices for fire building and containment, make fire-inspired art, build your own fire, and roast a marshmallow. All ages. Drop-in. Hosted at Thatcher Woods Pavillion.
Family Concert: Jigglejam
Family Concert: Jigglejam
Get ready to wiggle, jiggle and giggle as you sing and dance along with Jodi! her engaging style and catchy tunes spark imagination and promote self esteem while silliness abounds. Drop in. Meeting Room.
Science Heroes: Adventures of the Lost Treasure
Science Heroes: Adventures of the Lost Treasure
Science experiments bring the this story to life! Join Science Heroes on a treasure-hunting adventure deep within the jungle! Along the way, the audience helps the performer conduct exciting science experiments that bring this story to life! Tickets are required for this program and will be available for pickup beginning Mon., Jan 13.
Puzzle-Palooza
Puzzle-Palooza
Puzzles are fun for the whole family! Drop in to the Kids' Library and try out some puzzles from the Library's collection that are perfect for kids and families. No registration required.
Winter Warmup Movies
Winter Warmup Movies
Enjoy family-friendly movies in Le Jardin while you warm up after skating at Cantignyโs ice rink, or just stop by for a meal and a movie! The movie will run every two hours, with showings starting at 11 am, 1, 3, 5 pm. Coloring pages will also be available for children while supplies last. Whether...
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...
Chinese Storytime
Chinese Storytime
A special Family Storytime presented in Mandarin with stories, songs, and activities for all ages.
Lunar New Year Celebration
Lunar New Year Celebration
Ring in the Year of the Snake with Fashion Outlets of Chicago! Visit Concierge Services on Level One, near Saks OFF 5TH, from Friday, January 24 - Sunday, February 16 and receive a special Red Envelope featuring a free Saving Pass with special Lunar New Year offers and services from participating retailers. Fashion Outlets of...
Craft Supply Swap
Craft Supply Swap
Join us for a craft supply swap at the library! Donate items January 11-19 and receive a 1 p.m. early entry ticket to the event! Doors open to the public from 2-4 p.m. How it works: New or gently used craft supplies donations will be accepted starting Saturday, January 11 through Sunday, January 19 at...
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,...
Movie Afternoon
Movie Afternoon
Join the library and enjoy a newer released movie. B.Y.O.S. -Bring your own snacks! Times posted and movie ratings may vary.
African Folktales for Kids
African Folktales for Kids
Bright Star Theatre presents a variety of characters from a wide range of cultures in stories that celebrate the various folk tale traditions from the continent of Africa. Recommended for preschool through 5th grade. Caregiver required.
South Asian Perspective Workshop
South Asian Perspective Workshop
Join us for a fun and creative activity inspired by the art of Grishma Shah, a painter who shares her story through her paintings. Grishmaโs art explores how we see beauty, disability, and different identities. In this program, weโll think about how our bodies change, what beauty means to us, and talk about how we...
Fantastic Face Painting
Fantastic Face Painting
Have you tried your hand at painting? Is regular canvas just too boring? Then it's time to join Carla Cardona-Tapia from Three Stories Bookstore & More for an exciting face painting class.
Bone Appรฉtit
Bone Appรฉtit
Join us during feeding time to learn about Trailsideโs outdoor animal ambassadors. Available in both English and Spanish.
Snowflake Science with Peck Park Farm
Snowflake Science with Peck Park Farm
Join us for a visit from the naturalists at Peck Park Farm as they teach us all about the science behind snowflakes! We will take a closer look at the many shapes and patterns snowflakes can take and investigate how they form.