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Pokémon Club

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Event Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Grade 3–5

Share your love of Pokémon through card trading, games, and crafts. Bring your cards and any art or Pokémon memorabilia to share. We'll do different activities each month. 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

3D Print Club

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Event Type:
Science and STEAM, Technology
Age Group:
Kids, Grade 3–5

Learn the basics of 3D modeling using Tinkercad. Kids grade 3-5 attend on their own.

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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Paint Your Own Flowerpot

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Event Type:
DIY
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

Paint your own flower pot while learning about taking care of flowers and plants. We'll provide the supplies. You bring creativity and be prepared to get messy!

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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Adventure Club for Homeschoolers

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Event Type:
Lifestyle and Leisure, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

Learn about Spain's culture, traditions, foods, and fun in this session designed for kids who are homeschooled.

Brigitte Burgman will read and share fun facts from her book, Wandering Willow in Spain

Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Adventure Club

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Event Type:
Lifestyle and Leisure, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

Learn about Spain's culture, traditions, foods, and fun. Brigitte Burgman will read and share fun facts from her book, Wandering Willow in Spain

Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group
This event is in the "Grade 6–8" group

Fidget Tool Meet and Greet

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Event Type:
Lifestyle and Leisure
Age Group:
Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5, Grade 6–8

Love all things fidget-y? Overwhelmed by squishies and spinners? Drop by to explore different kinds of fidgets, learn how these tools can support you, and make your own. 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

International Snack Down

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Event Type:
Food and Cooking, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Grade 3–5

Experience different countries through snacks. Each month we'll be getting a mystery box of snacks from another country. Do a taste test to see what you like best, learn some fun facts about the country, and have fun! 

Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Día Fun and Games

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

Make and play games from around the world in the Kids Room. This fun afternoon is part of our day-long El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day) celebration.

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This event is in the "Age 0–5" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group
This event is in the "Grade 6–8" group

Día Book Character Bingo

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5, Grade 6–8

Choose from favorite book characters to create a one-of-a-kind Bingo card in this fun family flip of the classic game.

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This event is in the "Age 0–5" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Learn Basic Mandarin

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Event Type:
Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Self-Improvement
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

Learn a few Mandarin characters and enjoy activities that celebrate Chinese culture in this fun-filled event designed for families. 

Free tickets will be given to those who attend.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Be the Scientist for Homeschoolers

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Event Type:
Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Science and STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

We will learn about spices from the Indian subcontinent and explore botany and chemistry in the kitchen. 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Be the Scientist

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Event Type:
Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Science and STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

We will learn about spices from the Indian subcontinent and explore botany and chemistry in the kitchen

For kids age 5-10. Children younger than eight must be accompanied by an adult. Free tickets will be given to all who attend.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

3D Printing

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Event Type:
Science and STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Grade 3–5

Learn the basics of 3D printing while creating your own unique piece to keep.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

K-Pop Soda Hunters

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Event Type:
Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Food and Cooking
Age Group:
Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

Hunt the boldest flavors of Korea! Taste test Korean sodas and drinks, and learn Korean words to describe each flavor. 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Kosher Bagel Making for Families

Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Event Type:
Food and Cooking, Jewish American Heritage Month
Age Group:
Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5, Adults

Learn to make bagels in this workshop led by Yona Posner from Lubavitch Chabad of Skokie.

We'll prepare the bagel dough, shape and boil the bagels, and add toppings. You'll then take the bagels home to bake them. 

Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Rainbow Family Club

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Event Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

Kids in preK-grade 5 and their caregivers who are part of an LGBTQ+ family are invited to join our Rainbow Family Club. We'll hang out, chat, have snacks, and do activities. LGBTQ+ kids are also welcome to bring friends who are allies. 

Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

International Snack Down

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Event Type:
Food and Cooking, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Grade 3–5

Experience different countries through snacks. Each month we'll be getting a mystery box of snacks from another country. Do a taste test to see what you like best, learn some fun facts about the country, and have fun! 

Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Pokémon Club

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Event Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Grade 3–5

Share your love of Pokémon through card trading, games, and crafts. Bring your cards and any art or Pokémon memorabilia to share. We'll do different activities each month. 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Sydney Taylor Award Party

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Event Type:
Books and Authors, Jewish American Heritage Month, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

Celebrate the 2026 Sydney Taylor Book Award book. This award is given to outstanding books for children that authentically portray the Jewish experience. We'll have snacks and do activities related to this year's winning titles.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Hands-on Henna

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture
Age Group:
Kids, Grade 3–5

Celebrate art and cultures from around the world in this fun, hands-on introduction to henna for grades 3–5. Explore the history and traditions of henna, watch simple designs being created.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Pokémon Party

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Event Type:
Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

Whether you are an expert in all things Pokémon or are curious about this popular Japanese franchise, come and enjoy crafts and games for kids of all ages.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Elemental Craft

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

Make a simple craft related to the Elemental movie before watching the movie at 6:30 pm.

Free tickets will be given to all who attend.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Pride Month Family Party

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Event Type:
Social Gathering, Pride Month
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

Celebrate Pride month with colorful crafts and games.

Kids younger than eight must be accompanied by an adult. Free tickets will be given to all who attend.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Rainbow Family Club

Monday, June 8, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Event Type:
Pride Month, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

Kids in preK-grade 5 and caregivers who are part of an LGBTQ+ family are invited to join our Rainbow Family Club. We'll hang out, chat, have snacks, and do activities. LGBTQ+ kids are also welcome to bring friends who are allies. 

Registration Required