Events Calendar
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STEM Fest
Various Locations IL, United StatesJoin Bright Horizons for their STEM Fest family event! What do magnets, blocks, and smiles have in common? They’re all part of STEM learning at Bright Horizons®. Partake in hands-on STEM activities with your child at STEM Fest on November 7- all are welcome! Find an event near you: https://bright.site/4dI24W9
Dinovember Movie Mondays
Various Locations IL, United StatesJoin 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, don’t miss the...
Frankenscience
Various Locations IL, United StatesIt's time to celebrate monsters! Listen to a short storytime and then use household supplies to create your very own monster and see how it stands up to engineering challenges! Ages 3-5 with their caregivers. Limit 20 participants.
Park Play Dates
Various Locations IL, United StatesGet ready to play! An early childhood staff member will meet you at the park listed below. Families welcome! No registration needed. Just show up for some fun. Playdates will not be rescheduled in case of inclement weather. Sunshine is expected every day! Activities are geared for ages 7 & under. September 14 - Blowing...
Smarty Pants: The Big Halloween Balloon Show
Various Locations IL, United StatesThe Big Balloon Show is a theatrical style balloon stage show featuring magic, all ages comedy and world’s biggest balloon props. For children of all ages and their caregivers.** **Ticketed program. Tickets are available 30 minutes before the program at the Children's Services Desk. In this hilariously silly but not too spooky Halloween themed show,...
Smarty Pants: The Big Halloween Balloon Show
Various Locations IL, United StatesThe Big Balloon Show is a theatrical style balloon stage show featuring magic, all ages comedy and world’s biggest balloon props. For children of all ages and their caregivers.** **Ticketed program. Tickets are available 30 minutes before the program at the Children's Services Desk. In this hilariously silly but not too spooky Halloween themed show,...
Robot Rumble
Various Locations IL, United StatesUsing the Library's Edison robots and LEGOs, design a robot to battle against other robots. Grades 3-5. Limit 20 participants. Participants should pick up a numbered entry ticket the day of the event at the Children's Services Desk. Tickets will be given out 15 minutes before the program on a first-come, first-served basis.
Pokémon Club
Various Locations IL, United StatesMeet to play and talk Pokémon with other trainers. Participants are welcome to bring along Pokémon art, cards or other Pokémon items for show and tell. Ages 6 and older, caregiver participation required.
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