Evening With the Animals - Jul. 30
Family and Kids Events
Did you ever wonder what it’s like in those “Staff Only” areas? Now’s your chance to find out! The evening features a look behind the scenes, animal visits, demonstrations and more. Bring the family out for this unique look at the zoo. 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Cosley Zoo, 1356 North Gary Avenue, Naperville. For info, www.cosleyzoo.org.
Wednesday Morning Movie Series - Aug. 04
Family and Kids Events
The Ogden 6 Theatre in Naperville presents PG-rated, family-friendly movies. Doors open at 9 a.m. The movie begins at 10 a.m. Admission is only $1 per person. 1227 East Ogden Avenue, Naperville. For info and list of movies, www.classiccinemas.com.
Pirates and Princesses - Aug. 05
Family and Kids Events
Ahoy, Mates and Damsels! Search for castles and hidden treasures, sing swashbuckling songs, tell tall tales, and make pirate hats and tiaras. For children of all ages and their caregivers. 10:30 a.m. Naperville Public Library (95th Street location), 3015 Cedar Glade Drive, Naperville. For info, www.naperville-lib.org.
Sleep Under the Skyscrapers - Aug. 06
Family and Kids Events
The new Nature Boardwalk at Lincoln Park Zoo provides the perfect setting for your family to explore an urban ecosystem at night. Pitch your tent on the South Lawn and sleep under the skyscrapers, then wake up to the morning songs of birds. For families with children age 5 and older. 6 p.m. to 9 a.m. Lincoln Park Zoo, 2001 North Clark Street, Chicago. For info, www.lpzoo.org.
Tiny Great Performances - Aug. 07
Family and Kids Events
A great way to introduce children to the magic of live performance! Today, it’s the jazz sounds of the Paul Abella Trio. 10:30 a.m. DuPage Children’s Museum, 301 North Washington Street, Naperville. For info, 630.637.8000 or www.dupagechildrensmuseum.org.
Dog Days at Cantigny - Aug. 07
Family and Kids Events
Guests can bring their dog and enjoy the day with activities, demonstrations and special dog guests. The Windy City K-9 Disc Club will perform with their World Champion high-flying dogs in the afternoon. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. For info, www.cantigny.org.
Scavenger Hunt at the Mill - Aug. 08
Family and Kids Events
Visit Graue Mill and get your treasure map. If you find one of the Mill’s “treasures,” you win a prize. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Graue Mill, 3800 York Road, Oak Brook. For info, www.grauemill.org.
National S’mores Day at Naper Settlement - Aug. 10
Family and Kids Events
Families can bring a picnic dinner, then join in on the fun in the fort to make s’mores and play games. Naper Settlement will be open until 8 p.m. today. 523 South Webster, Naperville. For info, www.napersettlement.org.
Wednesday Morning Movie Series - Aug. 11
Family and Kids Events
The Ogden 6 Theatre in Naperville presents PG-rated, family-friendly movies. Doors open at 9 a.m. The movie begins at 10 a.m. Admission is only $1 per person. 1227 East Ogden Avenue, Naperville. For info and list of movies, www.classiccinemas.com.
Family Day at Mayslake - Aug. 14
Family and Kids Events
Enjoy a day of activities for the whole family including archery, guided nature walks, arts and crafts, explorations of historic Mayslake Hall, and more. 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Mayslake Peabody Estate, 1717 West 31st Street, Oak Brook. For info, www.mayslakepeabody.com.
Kaplan College Application Essay Seminar - Aug. 15
Family and Kids Events
A Kaplan Test Prep expert will explain how to write a successful application essay. Attend this free seminar and learn what colleges want to see in your essay, how to write a winning essay, and how the essay fits into your college planning. For those in Grades 9-12. Online registration is required. 1:30 p.m. Naperville Public Library (95th Street location), 3015 Cedar Glade Drive, Naperville. For info, www.naperville-lib.org.
Third Thursday - Aug. 19
Family and Kids Events
Third Thursday is a special time each month for families with children who have autism spectrum disorders to enjoy play at the DuPage Children’s Museum. The Museum is an ideal location for learning, with exhibits and facilitation that offer ways to work on language development, social skills, and purposeful play. Experience an outing the entire family can enjoy while you take advantage of the Museum during a typically quieter time. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. DuPage Children’s Museum, 301 North Washington Street, Naperville. For info, 630.637.8000 or www.dupagechildrensmuseum.org.
Movie in the Park: “Up” - Aug. 19
Family and Kids Events
A delightful computer-animated comedy adventure about a 78 year-old man who ties balloons to his house and flies away - with an 8 year-old stowaway. Bring a blanket and picnic basket and enjoy the movie! 9 p.m. Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. For info, www.cantigny.org.
Tiny Great Performances - Aug. 21
Family and Kids Events
A great way to introduce children to the magic of live performance! Today, it’s fiddle music with Dennis Stroughmatt et L’Esprit Creole. 10:30 a.m. DuPage Children’s Museum, 301 North Washington Street, Naperville. For info, 630.637.8000 or www.dupagechildrensmuseum.org.
Healthy Kids Back to School Bash - Aug. 21
Family and Kids Events
Join Whole Foods for a fun-filled WTTW Kids Great Food Fan Van performance, featuring Miss Lori’s CAMPUS. Shows will include singing, dancing, healthy and delicious samplings, book readings, prizes, and more. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Whole Foods, 2607 West 75th Street, Naperville. For info, www.wholefoodsmarket.com.
Bug Fest - Aug. 21
Family and Kids Events
Get to know the amazing creatures who live in the pond, prairie, and forest at this family-friendly event. Meet live bugs, compete against insects in the first-ever Bug OIympics, partake in bug crafts and games, and win prizes and giveaways. Red Oak Nature Center, 2343 South River Street, Batavia. For info, www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.
Day at the Farm - Aug. 22
Family and Kids Events
The Dickson-Murst Farm Partners have planned a full day of free activities for the whole family. Listen to live music, take a hay ride, visit the petting zoo, and don’t miss the tractor parade! 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dickson-Murst Farm, 2550 Dickson Road, Montgomery. For info,www.theconservationfoundation.org.
Monarchs! - Aug. 29
Family and Kids Events
Learn about the Monarch butterfly’s amazing lifecycle and incredible migration to Mexico. See Monarchs in different life stages and watch the finale as Monarchs are tagged and released! 1 p.m. Cosley Zoo, 1356 North Gary Avenue, Wheaton. For info, www.cosleyzoo.org.
Wiggleworms - Aug. 30
Family and Kids Events
The Old Town School of Folk Music is partnering with The School of Performing Arts to bring Wiggleworms to Naperville! In Wiggleworms, you and your child will sing, learn movement songs, create circle dances and explore rhythm instruments especially designed for little hands. Classes begin the week of August 30. The School of Performing Arts, 5th Avenue Station, Naperville. For info, www.schoolofperformingarts.com.
Family and Kids Events
Did you ever wonder what it’s like in those “Staff Only” areas? Now’s your chance to find out! The evening features a look behind the scenes, animal visits, demonstrations and more. Bring the family out for this unique look at the zoo. 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Cosley Zoo, 1356 North Gary Avenue, Naperville. For info, www.cosleyzoo.org.
Wednesday Morning Movie Series - Aug. 04
Family and Kids Events
The Ogden 6 Theatre in Naperville presents PG-rated, family-friendly movies. Doors open at 9 a.m. The movie begins at 10 a.m. Admission is only $1 per person. 1227 East Ogden Avenue, Naperville. For info and list of movies, www.classiccinemas.com.
Pirates and Princesses - Aug. 05
Family and Kids Events
Ahoy, Mates and Damsels! Search for castles and hidden treasures, sing swashbuckling songs, tell tall tales, and make pirate hats and tiaras. For children of all ages and their caregivers. 10:30 a.m. Naperville Public Library (95th Street location), 3015 Cedar Glade Drive, Naperville. For info, www.naperville-lib.org.
Sleep Under the Skyscrapers - Aug. 06
Family and Kids Events
The new Nature Boardwalk at Lincoln Park Zoo provides the perfect setting for your family to explore an urban ecosystem at night. Pitch your tent on the South Lawn and sleep under the skyscrapers, then wake up to the morning songs of birds. For families with children age 5 and older. 6 p.m. to 9 a.m. Lincoln Park Zoo, 2001 North Clark Street, Chicago. For info, www.lpzoo.org.
Tiny Great Performances - Aug. 07
Family and Kids Events
A great way to introduce children to the magic of live performance! Today, it’s the jazz sounds of the Paul Abella Trio. 10:30 a.m. DuPage Children’s Museum, 301 North Washington Street, Naperville. For info, 630.637.8000 or www.dupagechildrensmuseum.org.
Dog Days at Cantigny - Aug. 07
Family and Kids Events
Guests can bring their dog and enjoy the day with activities, demonstrations and special dog guests. The Windy City K-9 Disc Club will perform with their World Champion high-flying dogs in the afternoon. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. For info, www.cantigny.org.
Scavenger Hunt at the Mill - Aug. 08
Family and Kids Events
Visit Graue Mill and get your treasure map. If you find one of the Mill’s “treasures,” you win a prize. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Graue Mill, 3800 York Road, Oak Brook. For info, www.grauemill.org.
National S’mores Day at Naper Settlement - Aug. 10
Family and Kids Events
Families can bring a picnic dinner, then join in on the fun in the fort to make s’mores and play games. Naper Settlement will be open until 8 p.m. today. 523 South Webster, Naperville. For info, www.napersettlement.org.
Wednesday Morning Movie Series - Aug. 11
Family and Kids Events
The Ogden 6 Theatre in Naperville presents PG-rated, family-friendly movies. Doors open at 9 a.m. The movie begins at 10 a.m. Admission is only $1 per person. 1227 East Ogden Avenue, Naperville. For info and list of movies, www.classiccinemas.com.
Family Day at Mayslake - Aug. 14
Family and Kids Events
Enjoy a day of activities for the whole family including archery, guided nature walks, arts and crafts, explorations of historic Mayslake Hall, and more. 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Mayslake Peabody Estate, 1717 West 31st Street, Oak Brook. For info, www.mayslakepeabody.com.
Kaplan College Application Essay Seminar - Aug. 15
Family and Kids Events
A Kaplan Test Prep expert will explain how to write a successful application essay. Attend this free seminar and learn what colleges want to see in your essay, how to write a winning essay, and how the essay fits into your college planning. For those in Grades 9-12. Online registration is required. 1:30 p.m. Naperville Public Library (95th Street location), 3015 Cedar Glade Drive, Naperville. For info, www.naperville-lib.org.
Third Thursday - Aug. 19
Family and Kids Events
Third Thursday is a special time each month for families with children who have autism spectrum disorders to enjoy play at the DuPage Children’s Museum. The Museum is an ideal location for learning, with exhibits and facilitation that offer ways to work on language development, social skills, and purposeful play. Experience an outing the entire family can enjoy while you take advantage of the Museum during a typically quieter time. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. DuPage Children’s Museum, 301 North Washington Street, Naperville. For info, 630.637.8000 or www.dupagechildrensmuseum.org.
Movie in the Park: “Up” - Aug. 19
Family and Kids Events
A delightful computer-animated comedy adventure about a 78 year-old man who ties balloons to his house and flies away - with an 8 year-old stowaway. Bring a blanket and picnic basket and enjoy the movie! 9 p.m. Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. For info, www.cantigny.org.
Tiny Great Performances - Aug. 21
Family and Kids Events
A great way to introduce children to the magic of live performance! Today, it’s fiddle music with Dennis Stroughmatt et L’Esprit Creole. 10:30 a.m. DuPage Children’s Museum, 301 North Washington Street, Naperville. For info, 630.637.8000 or www.dupagechildrensmuseum.org.
Healthy Kids Back to School Bash - Aug. 21
Family and Kids Events
Join Whole Foods for a fun-filled WTTW Kids Great Food Fan Van performance, featuring Miss Lori’s CAMPUS. Shows will include singing, dancing, healthy and delicious samplings, book readings, prizes, and more. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Whole Foods, 2607 West 75th Street, Naperville. For info, www.wholefoodsmarket.com.
Bug Fest - Aug. 21
Family and Kids Events
Get to know the amazing creatures who live in the pond, prairie, and forest at this family-friendly event. Meet live bugs, compete against insects in the first-ever Bug OIympics, partake in bug crafts and games, and win prizes and giveaways. Red Oak Nature Center, 2343 South River Street, Batavia. For info, www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.
Day at the Farm - Aug. 22
Family and Kids Events
The Dickson-Murst Farm Partners have planned a full day of free activities for the whole family. Listen to live music, take a hay ride, visit the petting zoo, and don’t miss the tractor parade! 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dickson-Murst Farm, 2550 Dickson Road, Montgomery. For info,www.theconservationfoundation.org.
Monarchs! - Aug. 29
Family and Kids Events
Learn about the Monarch butterfly’s amazing lifecycle and incredible migration to Mexico. See Monarchs in different life stages and watch the finale as Monarchs are tagged and released! 1 p.m. Cosley Zoo, 1356 North Gary Avenue, Wheaton. For info, www.cosleyzoo.org.
Wiggleworms - Aug. 30
Family and Kids Events
The Old Town School of Folk Music is partnering with The School of Performing Arts to bring Wiggleworms to Naperville! In Wiggleworms, you and your child will sing, learn movement songs, create circle dances and explore rhythm instruments especially designed for little hands. Classes begin the week of August 30. The School of Performing Arts, 5th Avenue Station, Naperville. For info, www.schoolofperformingarts.com.
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