Oaklee's Family Guide November/December/January 2020

November Events & Activities Nov. 5, Nov. 12, Nov. 19, Nov. 26, 10:30am - 11am Kido Books - Story Time! Chicago: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kido-books-story-time- tickets-66361796921?aff=ebapi Nov. 6, 7pm - 9pm An Essential Sleep Workshop Oak Park: 708-383-4815 http://www.wonder-works.org Wonder Works Children’s Museum, 6445 W. North Ave.: This adult only workshop will help teach parents what is devel- opmentally appropriate for their child, which causes children to struggle with sleep, how to make changes to improve your child’s sleep and more! This event is hosted by Oak Park Pediatrics. Kido, 1137 S. Delano Court: Join us in the store, as we read some new stories and classic tales. We specialize in books that feature multicultural characters and encourage empathy and inclusivity. Our story time is the perfect place for families to meet, listen and learn a bit about each other. See you soon, Kido family! Nov. 6, 4pm - 5pm Anime Club Des Plaines: 847-827-5551 https://calendar.dppl.org/ event/2874240 Nov. 5, 12, 19, 26, 10am - noon Little Playtimes Schaumburg: 84759297000 https://chicago.legolanddiscovery- center.com/whats-inside/events/little-playtimes-1/ Des Plaines Public Library, 1501 Ellinwood Ave.: Anime Club is for teens who want to get together with other fans of anime and manga. join us to watch your favorite anime read and dis- cuss manga create your own artwork and treat yourself to some Japanese snacks. For grades 7-12 LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago, 601 N. Martingale Road: Mini LEGO® builders can enjoy BIG fun at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center with DUPLO® Little Playtimes! We will open the second floor exclusively for toddlers and their parents as a perfect loca- tion for toddler play and parenting groups. Nov. 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 11am - 11:45am Arbor Reading Adventures Lisle: 630-968-0074 http://www.mortonarb.org Nov. 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, 26-27, 10am - 10:30am Preschool Stories Tinley Park: https://tinley.libnet.info/event/2622554 The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53: This interactive story time held in the Sterling Morton Library will include a craft before participants head out to the grounds for an adven- ture walk. This program is best suited for children ages 3 to 5. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Tinley Park Public Library, 7851 Timber Drive: Ages 3-5 years with adult(s): Stories, activities, and a craft. Check in at the Youth Services Desk when you arrive. Drop-in event. Nov. 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 9:30am - 10am Preschool Storytime Wilmette: http://wilmette.libnet.info/event/2943954 Nov. 6-7, 13-14, 11am - 11:45am Curious Kids Des Plaines: 847-376-2839 https://calendar.dppl.org/ event/2597860 Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave.: Stories, songs, and fun for children ages 3 and up who can sit through a longer story and take direction in a group setting. Siblings welcome, with adult supervision. Des Plaines Public Library, 1501 Ellinwood Ave.: Curious Kids will explore a different topic each session through stories, songs, and a hands-on activity. Free ticket required. For ages 3-6, with parent/caregiver. Space is limited. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Nov. 5, 12, 19, 9:30-11am Tot Open Gym Crystal Lake: https://www.facebook.com/events/grand-oaks- recreation-center/tot-open-gym/465371890711407/ Nov. 6, 4pm - 5pm Lego Club Wilmette: http://wilmette.libnet.info/event/3207929 Grand Oaks Recreation Center, 1401 W. Route 176: The sched- ules of little ones can change from day to day, and you might not want the commitment of a registered program. Our drop-in open gyms gives your child a chance to play, climb and meet new friends while you meet other moms, dads, grandparents, nannies and caregivers. Ages 1-5. Tuesdays through April 28. No class 11/26, 12/24, 12/31. Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave.: Your imagina- tion is the limit as you build alone or with a friend at this fun monthly club. Nov. 6, 13, 20, 27, 3:30pm Mindfulness and More Oak Park: 708-383-4815 http://www.wonder-works.org Nov. 5, 12, 19, 6pm - 8pm Tutoring @ Des Plaines Public Library Des Plaines: 847-827-5551 https://calendar.dppl.org/ event/3190540 Wonder Works Children’s Museum, 6445 W. North Ave.: Guided activities designed to help children develop focusing skills and strengthen self-regulation. This is done through oral storytell- ing, read alouds and mindful awareness games. Des Plaines Public Library, 1501 Ellinwood Ave.: You’ve got homework. We’ve got help. Free peer tutoring at the Des Plaines Library. Tuesdays from 6-8pm Tutors from Maine West High School will be available to tutor students in grades 6-12 in all subjects. Meets in the 3rd floor Commons. No appointment necessary. Oaklee’s Family Guide TM for Chicagoland Nov. 6, 13, 20, 27, 9:30am - 10am Museum Munchkins Kenosha: 262-653-4140 http://bit.ly/KPMkins Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 First Ave.: Free Natural Science program for preschoolers every Wednesday. Learn about a dif- ferent animal every week through stories, songs and activities. 11 NOV-DEC 2019-JAN 2020

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