The first Arbor Day took place on April 10, 1872 it was the brainchild of Julius Sterling Morton, a Nebraska journalist and politician. Throughout his long and productive career, Morton worked to improve agricultural techniques, but his most important legacy is Arbor Day. โ9:30AM | Refreshments 10-11AM | Program The 40th Arbor Day Celebration is open to...
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.
The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Mobile Clinic brings WIC services to you! WIC programs include nutrition education, healthy food benefits, breastfeeding support, and other community referrals. Learn more about eligibility and appointments through the DuPage County Health Department, (630) 682-7400. Priority will be given to scheduled appointments. Walk-in appointments will be based on availability.
We are taking Wild Child on the road this season, visiting different preserves around Will County. Answer the call of your wild child by getting your toddler outside with this monthly nature-themed program. Join a naturalist for hands-on activities such as games, stories, crafts, hikes and more! The last Friday of each month, we will...
Connect with other homeschool families - share resources and play games in our Classroom. Walk-ins and new friends welcome!
Drop-in craft activities available beginning at 10 a.m. while supplies last. Children ages 6 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Come one, come all! Step right up and join the circusโฆ This circ-tacular experience introduces littles to life under the big top for over-the-top play! They can choose to be the star of the show, take on the role of ticket taker, acrobat, hot dog vendor and more. In Circusville, every role lets littles express...
At Bugaboo you'll find the most popular clothing brands, toys kids love, nursery gear, baby accessories and much more! Everything packed into 2 buildings for your shopping convenience. Here is your chance to "Be Green" and "Save Green"! โ For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Children's Resales and Consignment...
Learn through play! Join us for early literacy, sensory, and STEM activities that are just right for preschoolers.
Start your Friday morning off at the library with a fun storytime all about animals. A new animal each week! Some bilingual Spanish.
Explore, discover, and imagine with our new educational play stations. We rotate our toys every week to ensure our future veterinarians, doctors, chefs, and store clerks never get bored! Drop in anytime between 11-4:30 for this self-guided, free-play day. Recommended age: 3 years and older
Drop in on a Friday afternoon for a fun family 80s throwback movie!
Ignite your child's curiosity by exploring a variety of hands-on STEAM activities together! Our friends from the American Science and Surplus store will be on hand with a special activity as well. Drop in.
Unplug and play a board game together!
Watch a Movie Eat Pizza* Make Ice Cream Treats* Wear your favorite PJs! Bring a pillow and/or blanket!
Get a head start on your summer fishing adventures! Learn rod-and-reel fishing basics in this two-hour workshop covering fundamental fishing skills, including how to put together a pole, knot tying, casting and securing hooks. Safety and ethics will also be covered. In the second hour, program participants will gain hands-on experience while fishing along the...
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