August 2017
Trapped in a Room with a Zombie
Your apocalyptic planning skills will be put to the test in this exhilarating and interactive experience. Up to 25 brave souls will be locked in a room with zombies faced with the simplest of tasks to get out alive! Solve a number of different mind games, physical challenges and a series of clues as you attempt to escape. Oh yeah, did we mention there’s zombies trying to feast on you while you plan your escape? Get a group together or…
Find out more »September 2017
Harvest 5 and 8 miler
Our annual race will now kick off Harvest Fest! Featuring a new 8-mile option, racers can choose to compete in the 5- or 8-mile courses both starting at the Lincoln Center and finishing at Fishel Park. Awards are given to the top finishers in the male and female age divisions. Both courses are CARA- and USATF-certified.
Find out more »February 2018
Daddy Daughter Sweetheart Ball
Spend an unforgettable evening with your little sweetheart! Dads and their special little girls are invited to enjoy light refreshments, music, and fun activities. On the way out, they can strike a pose in our photo booth for a keepsake to remember this good time! "Substitute" daddies are welcome (grandpa, uncle, etc.). Registration will continue until the event is full, however if you register by January 29th you will be entered in a drawing to win a limo ride to…
Find out more »St Patricks Day Slimeology Lab
Have the slime of your life with this St. Patrick’s Day themed slime lab where kids will make their own goo and then be able to customize it. Gear up with goggles, test tubes and more for this extremely messy experience. Play with 15 different kinds of slime and splat balls, edible slime and even a slime-themed snack. All kids will go home with a slime souvenir.
Find out more »March 2018
St Paddys Day Cake Decorating
Join us for this fun class decorating the perfect St. Paddy’s Day Cake, cupcakes, cake box and chef hat. Our celebration will include all the toppings, frostings, candy and decoration to make your own special masterpiece.This class is with a parent. Instructor: Ultimate Classes & Parties Ages: 6-12
Find out more »Kidz Night Out Galaxy Far Away
Build rockets to blast through the atmosphere into a realm that is truly out of this world. Build a world where rebels and the dark side start epic battles. Our one-of-a-kind models incorporate gears, beams, axles, motors and battery packs. We’ll build motorized models that represent aircraft from your favorite popular space movie. Come experience this stellar journey to a galaxy faraway. Instructor: Bricks4Kids Ages: 5-9
Find out more »April 2018
Passport to Safety and Wheely Trucks
Downers Grove Park District,Fire Department and Police Department sponsor Passport to Safety and offer safety tips for all ages. Each child will receive a passport at the beginning of the event and use it to meet local safety persona=ell and learn important tips to keep you safe in and around your home. Afterwards, head outside to touch, see and explore trucks and vehicles of all shapes and sizes.
Find out more »May 2018
Paint n Sip for Kids
Work with acrlyics to create a lovely piece of art to celebrate the holiday! Sip on juice while you and your child follow the steps to making a fun Mother's Day painting. Mom's, spend the time with your budding artist to collaborate on the painting. Dad's, bring your budding artist to work together to make a Mother's Day gift that Mom will be sure to love. All supplies included. This is a parent/child class. One painting per couple. Ages: 7+
Find out more »December 2018
Christmas Evie An Original Christmas Musical
Get into the holiday spirit with this original Christmas musical performed by local actors. Meet Evie, a young girl from Downers Grove, as she learns a shocking truth about Amelia, her little sister. Amelia is certain her name has been put on Santa’s Naughty List and with good reason! When Evie sends a thought-provoking letter to Santa, telling him she can’t believe in him anymore, Santa loses his Christmas spirit. He struggles to resist a change he knows has to…
Find out more »February 2019
Daddy Daughter Sweetheart Ball
Spend an unforgettable evening with your little sweetheart! Dads and their special little girls are invited to enjoy light refreshments, music, and fun activities. On the way out, they can strike a pose in our photo booth for a keepsake to remember this good time! "Substitute" daddies are welcome (grandpa, uncle, etc.). Registration will continue until the event is full, however if you register by January 28th you will be entered in a drawing to win a limo ride to…
Find out more »October 2019
Halloween Improv Show
Knuckleball Comedy will perform their acclaimed, highly interactive improv show, which will have kids and adults, laughing, acting and wanting more. Featuring fun and spooky Halloween stories, kids will be engaged and eager to volunteer to be a part of this incredible show! From their famous improvised stories, to bringing in their talented panel of “experts,” this show is unlike any other.
Find out more »Parent Resource Fair
The fair is an event that provides members of the community the opportunity to meet representatives from local organizations and businesses. Visit with local businesses and groups that provide educational services and products geared towards young families. A list of vendors will be available by Sept. 1
Find out more »January 2020
Magic Class
Children are guaranteed to have a great time as they learn a collection of fascinating and mesmerizing tricks. Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind-reading and more! Children are grouped by age and learn tricks that are age-appropriate. Brand new tricks are always taught at each session! All materials are provided. Each child receives a magic kit to take home.
Find out more »February 2020
Daddy Daughter Candy Land Ball
Spend an unforgettable evening with your little sweetheart at our candy themed ball! Dads and their special little girls are invited to enjoy sweet treats*, music and fun activities. On the way out, strike a pose in our photo booth for a keepsake to remember this good time! "Substitute" daddies are welcome (grandpa, uncle, etc.). *Children with food allergies may be exposed to food allergens. Each additional sibling will be discounted 50%.
Find out more »RoboThink Battle-Bots Workshop
Power up your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO parts. Children apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineering-designed projects including but not limited to bulldozers, hot air balloons and the Great Wall of China.
Find out more »March 2020
Safe Kids at Home and Away
This interactive class focuses on thinking safely and making safe choices. Kids learn what to do in an emergency, when to call 911 and how to deal with strangers. Bicycle, skateboard and in-line skating safety, playground rules, water safety and more are covered. Each child receives a certificate of completion.
Find out more »Safe Kids at Home and Away with First Aid
This interactive class focuses on thinking safely and making safe choices. Kids learn what to do in an emergency, when to call 911 and how to deal with strangers. Bicycle, skateboard and in-line skating safety, playground rules, water safety and more are covered. Each child receives a certificate of completion.
Find out more »CPR Skills for Babysitters
Further your skills and make yourself the most marketable babysitter in your neighborhood! Focus on rescue techniques for full arrest victims from newborn to 12 years of age. The course also covers conscious and unconscious choking, rescue breathing and AED use. Certification is valid for two years.
Find out more »Family Pottery Night
Create a pottery project with a parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle, whomever! This workshop is a great time to spend with family and friends, learn more about the world of pottery, and bring home a project that you create together. Cost is per child.
Find out more »Wonderful Wacky Waffles-Kids Life Coaching
March 25th is International Waffle Day! This characteristic honeycomb pattern breakfast food has evolved to be one of the most consumed and exciting foods in our history. At one point it was even on the verge of extinction! Find out how it was revived to become even more popular than ever. This treat has caught the attention of Disney, Emoji trends, Star Wars, and more famous franchises. We will learn the history of this treat and how an inventor used…
Find out more »The Science and Benefits of Laughter-Kids Life Coaching
April Fools’ Day is coming what a strange and tricky day! Learn the science behind this comedic day and why people need to laugh. Did you know that just one hearty laugh relieves stress for up to 45 minutes after? Kids will be immersed in an electrifying environment to simply laugh and learn while cranking up the volume on feeling fun! With the mounds of pressure on kids today, keeping laughter going is critical. No surprise why the saying exists,…
Find out more »Reputation Raptor
It takes years to build it, but only minutes to ruin it—REPUTATION! A good reputation is important in life. Poor body language, a simple misunderstanding, a mishap on social media, or perhaps a nasty rumor can damage your kind, trustworthy, and classy image. Learn the best tips how to build, protect, and if necessary, rehab a reputation through games like “This is it”, “Mint Toothpaste”, “Wrecking Ball”, and “Pop Rocks Fireworks”. Lastly, we will learn how to minimize the damage…
Find out more »June 2020
The History and Science of Carnival Games
“Step right up! Step right up and win a big prize!” A carnival barker’s famous words! Carnival games have a rich history and are played not only at traveling carnivals, but also at charity fundraisers, amusement arcades, state fairs, local festivals and even family gatherings. Is there a science to winning these games OR is it all luck? Which games should we play for the best chance at winning? Are these games rigged to scam you? We will turn into…
Find out more »CPR Skills for Babysitters
Further your skills and make yourself the most marketable babysitter in your neighborhood! Focus on rescue techniques for full arrest victims from newborn to 12 years of age. The course also covers conscious and unconscious choking and AED use. Certification is valid for two years.
Find out more »August 2020
Pinata-Palooza Essential Life Coaching for Kids
Today’s youth continue to be faced with massive stress through sources like bullying, excessive school testing, social media, less peer-to-peer communication and unique 2020 family dynamics. This 65-minute power-packed life coaching workshop includes critical information to arm kids with strategic tools to help build self-esteem and navigate the world of a child. Warding off worrying, activating positivity, brain freezing a bully, managing clique chaos, triggering emotional self-control, propelling reputation protection, harnessing happiness and confident communication is all covered in this…
Find out more »February 2022
Daddy Daughter Winter Wonder Ball
Spend an unforgettable evening with your little sweetheart at our winter themed ball! Dads and their special little girls are invited to enjoy sweet treats*, music, and fun activities. During the event, strike a pose in our photo booth for a keepsake to remember this good time! "Substitute" daddies are welcome (grandpa, uncle, family friend, etc.). For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Making Valentine’s Special for Kids: Kits to Go, Daddy-Daughter Dances, and…
Find out more »June 2022
Parents Night Out
Parents, enjoy a night out on the town while we have a kid's party! Children will play a variety of games and activities and watch a movie. We also have dinner covered with pizza.
Find out more »November 2022
It’s Thanksgiving, Downers Grove
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Good grief, is it Thanksgiving already? Kids, come celebrate with us as we watch a Thanksgiving special, visit with a special character, enjoy some snacks and create some festive crafts. Registration is per child. An adult must stay to supervise their child(ren). Only two adults per family may attend. *Participants with food allergies may be exposed to allergens.
Find out more »December 2022
Candy Cane Lane
REGISTRATION REQUIRED Celebrate the holidays with us at Candy Cane Lane. This family-friendly event includes holiday crafts and activities, pictures with Santa, festive snacks and story time with Mrs. Claus. Not in the Christmas spirit? Come spend some time with "The Mean One" and maybe Christmas...perhaps...will mean a bit more. An adult must stay to supervise their child(ren). This event will be held in an open house format. Registration is per child. Only 2 adults per family may attend. *Participants…
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