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Free events at Chicago Women’s Park and Gardens

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Free events at Chicago Women's Park and Gardens. Where: Chicago Women's Park & Gardens, 1801 S. Indiana Ave. (312) 328-0821 Click on links below to register. Jan 19  Popcorn Party at Chicago Women's 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Celebrate National Popcorn day with yummy popcorn, art projects, … [Read more...] about Free events at Chicago Women’s Park and Gardens

Chicago Cultural Center Free events for kids

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Chicago Cultural Center Free events for kids. Where:  Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St., 312-744-6630 When:  First and third Friday, 11-11:45 am. Check schedule or call before heading out.  Subject to change. What is Juicebox Get your kid’s creative “juices” flowing the first and … [Read more...] about Chicago Cultural Center Free events for kids

Free WickerICE Rink

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Free WickerICE Rink ice skating When:  Closed and waiting for rink to freeze Where: Wicker Park, 1425 N. Damen WickerICE is a Community Designed, Funded, and Maintained Non-Refrigerated 120ft X 60ft ICE RINK in Wicker Park. Details for the season Visit WickerICE FACEBook Each Monday … [Read more...] about Free WickerICE Rink

Garfield Park Conservatory Free events for kids

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Garfield Park Conservatory Free events for kids When: Call to confirm before heading out. Schedule Where: Garfield Park Conservatory, 300 N. Central Park Ave, 312-746-5100. 2019 Monthly Themes Each month we dig into a different theme for Morning Glories and Fiddleheads, and use the plant … [Read more...] about Garfield Park Conservatory Free events for kids

Free kids events Harold Washington Library

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Free kids events Harold Washington Library Where: Harold Washington Library Center, Thomas Hughes Children's Library, 400 S. State Street, (312) 747-4200 When:  Subject to change and cancellation.  Call first! Find all events here. Click on "Events", then filter for "Harold Washington … [Read more...] about Free kids events Harold Washington Library

Discount tickets to Legoland

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Discount tickets to Legoland. $13.98 for General Admission for One Adult or Child to LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago ($27.95 Value) Where: Legoland: LEGOLAND Discovery Center, 601 N. Martingale Rd., Schaumburg,  847-592-9700 Choice of: General Admission for One Adult or Child … [Read more...] about Discount tickets to Legoland

Harold Washington Library Free STEAM event

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Harold Washington Library Free STEAM event Where:  Harold Washington Library Center, 400 S. State Street, 312-747-4300. Schedule subject to change or cancellation. When:  Saturday, May 11, 2019 (11:00AM – 3:00PM) Children 3 to 11 and your families, celebrate the power of STEAM - science, … [Read more...] about Harold Washington Library Free STEAM event

Home Depot free kids workshops

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Home Depot free kids workshops. If your kids are suffering from cabin fever The Home Deport offers free kids workshops that teach do-it-yourself skills. Registration required All workshops are on the same dates and times for all locations.  Registration required (Select a location then search for … [Read more...] about Home Depot free kids workshops

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Free National Park Pass for All 4th Graders and Families

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Free National Park Pass for All 4th Graders and Families. Every Kid in a Park The “Every Kid in a Park” program is designed to offer all 4th graders and their families a free National Park pass until August 31, 2018.  Print out your pass at Every Kid in a Park. The Every Kid in a Park program … [Read more...] about Free National Park Pass for All 4th Graders and Families

Free and cheap things to do with kids in Chicago

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Free and Cheap things to do with kids in Chicago. Chicago can be pricey but there are loads of things to do with your kids for free or on the cheap. ***If you like this post and are interested in the latest news on deals, discounts and free events in Chicago, sign up for the daily Chicago on the … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do with kids in Chicago

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Free Family Events Northerly Island

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Free Family Events Northerly Island When:  Wed, March 6, 2019 from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Where:  Northerly Island, 1521 S. Linn White Dr., (312) 745-2910 (Fieldhouse) (312)540-2668  312-742-PLAY (7529). Call to confirm. Event subject to change without notice. Family Prairie Prowls: Bird … [Read more...] about Free Family Events Northerly Island

Free art installation at Navy Pier

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Free art installation at Navy Pier.  As part of Navy Pier's transformation they are bringing in unique, interesting and free art installations. When: Thursday, February 28-Sunday, May 12, 2019. Where: Navy Pier, 700 E. Grand, Polk Bros. Park Map Free and open to the public.Free Trolley … [Read more...] about Free art installation at Navy Pier

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