BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Chicago: family\, Saturday (Sat Sep 19\, America/Chicago). Rol ling: the window moves forward every day\, so subscribe rather than downlo ad. Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscovery.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information from CalDis covery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/chicago-il/saturday-family.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT12H REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT12H X-WR-CALDESC:Chicago: family\, Saturday (Sat Sep 19\, America/Chicago). Ro lling: the window moves forward every day\, so subscribe rather than downl oad. Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscovery.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information from CalDi scovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. X-WR-CALNAME:Chicago · family · Saturday · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NTYA Presents: "The Tale of the Whale" DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260913 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927 DTSTAMP:20260914T000829Z UID:10001924-1789257600-1790467199@www.nbparks.org CATEGORIES:family,theater DESCRIPTION:Presented by Northbrook Theatre for Young Audiences (NTYA)\nAl l aboard! Northbrook Theatre for Young Audiences (NTYA) is excited to pres ent Tale of the Whale this fall. Join us in our brand new Studio Theatre a t Northbrook Community Center! This interactive story told live at their l evel was created specifically for ages 2-5. Directed by Jonathan Shmidt Ch apman with music direction by Sam Shankman. \nSynopsis\nClimb aboard and j oin the ship’s crew for a multi-sensory theatrical journey across the oc ean\, under the waves and inside the belly of a whale! Ages 0-5+ will enjo y this interactive story. \nPerformances & Tickets LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T000829Z LOCATION:Northbrook Community Center\, 3323 Walters Avenue\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States URL:https://www.nbparks.org/event/taleofthewhale/?utm_source=caldiscovery& utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Northbrook Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.nbparks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Cooking Class (Ages 2-8 with parent or caregiver) DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T182151Z UID:10036765-1789808400-1789812000@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:education,family,food DESCRIPTION:Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn – 2521 Waukegan Road\, Bannoc kburn\, Illinois 60015\n08/15/2026 – 11/22/2026 (all dates are subject t o change by the business and may not occur on major holidays.)\nThis class runs every Saturday from 9:00-10:00am with rotating menus. \nFrom Rainbow Cupcakes and Galaxy Donuts to Cinnamon Rolls and Soft Pretzel Twists\, li ttle have fun learning about ingredients while creating a culinary masterp iece. Each child works with their own set of ingredients and tools\, cooki ng along with our chef instructor. A spot for the parent/caregiver is incl uded in the price. The caregiver is the child’s “sous chef” and will sit with the child\, helping them with the recipe as needed. \nRegister H ere LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T182151Z LOCATION:Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn\, 2521 Waukegan Rd.\, Bannockburn\ , IL\, 60015\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/family-cooking-class-ages-2-8- with-parent-or-caregiver/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ic s&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Squishy Lab DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T185618Z UID:20007398-1789812000-1789815600@gortoncenter.org CATEGORIES:arts,education,family DESCRIPTION:THIS SESSION HAS SOLD OUT! PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE NEXT WORKSHO P ON OCTOBER 21!\nGet ready to squeeze\, squish\, and create in Squishy La b! This hands-on workshop invites young creators to explore\, experiment\, and have fun. \nKids will use exciting materials to make their own unique squishy creations. They’ll play with bright colors\, bold patterns\, fu n textures\, and silly designs. Each project gives them a new way to expre ss their creativity. \nFirst\, participants will learn simple techniques f or creating and decorating their squishies. Then\, they can add their own personal touches. Kids can create cute animals\, funny faces\, colorful pa tterns\, or something completely original. There’s no wrong way to desig n a squishy! \nAlong the way\, kids will strengthen fine motor skills and build creative confidence. They’ll also practice making choices and expe rimenting with new ideas. Most importantly\, they’ll enjoy plenty of han ds-on fun in a relaxed and encouraging environment. \nAt the end of Squish y Lab\, every participant will take home their handmade creations. They ca n squeeze them\, display them\, or share them with family and friends. \nA ll supplies are included. Just bring your imagination and get ready for so me squishy fun! \nAges 6–10 LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T185618Z LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045 URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/squishy-lab/?utm_source=caldiscovery&ut m_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Gorton Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://gortoncenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tiny Toes Music DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T060851Z UID:10003204-1789812000-1789813800@lgba.com CATEGORIES:family,music DESCRIPTION:Enjoy singing\, dancing and instrument activities intentionall y crafted for young children. \nRoom: DierkesNote: Registration required t hrough the Library. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T060851Z LOCATION:La Grange Public Library\, 10 W. Cossitt\, La Grange\, IL\, 60525 \, United States URL:https://lgba.com/event/tiny-toes-music/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_me dium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:La Grange Business Association X-SOURCE-URL:https://lgba.com/craft-fair END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Miss Elli's Feelin' Groovy Kids Brunch DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T165000Z DTSTAMP:20260804T182156Z UID:6a6cd344d7d7e70efe3ab360 CATEGORIES:family,food,music DESCRIPTION:Miss Elli returns! This special brunch show will feature every thing you love about a Miss Elli show: interactive early-childhood favorit es\, sunshine pop\, global folk classics\, and musical exploration in fun\ , colorful\, engaging ways! Celebrating 7 years of Miss Elli Magic! Best f or kiddos age 0-7.\nTicket URL: https://tickets.citywinery.com/event/miss- ellis-feelin-groovy-kids-brunch-sos1mj LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T182156Z LOCATION:Main Stage\, City Winery Chicago\, 1200 W. Randolph St\, Chicago\ , 60607\, US URL:https://tickets.citywinery.com/event/miss-ellis-feelin-groovy-kids-bru nch-sos1mj?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:City Winery Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://citywinery.com/pages/events/chicago END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Fest DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260920T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T180401Z UID:11595-1789819200-1789858800@www.dpparks.org CATEGORIES:drink,family,festival,food,free,music DESCRIPTION:Join us for three days of family fun\, live entertainment\, ex citing carnival rides\, delicious food and drinks\, and activities for all ages at our 17th Annual Fall Fest! \nEnjoy free concerts on the main stag e throughout the weekend featuring a variety of local and regional favorit es. Explore carnival rides\, games\, vendor booths\, the KidZone\, classic car show\, and History Center exhibits while making lasting memories with family and friends. \n\nFAMILY FUN\nENTERTAINMENT\nCARNIVAL\nFOOD & DRINK S\nMUSIC\n\nFriday: 6-11p  •  Saturday: Noon-11p  •  Sunday: Noon- 7p Carnival open Sunday until 8p\nFree Concerts on the main stage\nSATURDA Y\, SEPTEMBER 19 \nNoon-1:30pm: The Simple Remedy \n2-3:30pm: Generation \ n4-6pm: Carl Wockner \n6:30-8:15pm: Wedding Banned \n9-10:45pm: High Infid elity \nSUNDAY\, SEPTEMBER 20 \nNoon-1:45pm: Meaghan Farrell \n2:15-4:15pm : 7th Heaven \n5-7pm: Rod Tuffcurls & The Bench Press \nFRIDAY\, SEPTEMBER 18 \n6:30-8:15pm: Hillbilly Rockstarz \n9-10:45pm: Arra LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T180401Z LOCATION:Lake Park\, 2200 Lee Street\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60018\, United S tates URL:https://www.dpparks.org/event/fall-fest-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm _medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Des Plaines Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dpparks.org/location/administrative-and-leisure-c enter-park-and-nature-area/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Model Magic Alebrijes • Alebrijes de Model Magic DTSTART:20260919T183000Z DTEND:20260919T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T055739Z UID:30257-1789824600-1789828200@highwoodlibrary.org CATEGORIES:arts,education,family DESCRIPTION:Get creative and celebrate Hispanic heritage with us at the Li brary’s Children’s Department! \nChildren will learn about the colorfu l and imaginative world of Mexican alebrijes while using Model Magic to de sign and create their own fantastical creatures. A fun hands-on activity f illed with color\, creativity\, and imagination! \n• • • \n¡Celebre mos la herencia hispana con creatividad en el Departamento de Niños de la Biblioteca! \nLos niños conocerán el colorido y fascinante mundo de los alebrijes mexicanos mientras utilizan Model Magic para diseñar y crear s us propias criaturas fantásticas. \n¡Una actividad divertida y práctica llena de color\, creatividad e imaginación! LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T055739Z LOCATION:Highwood Library & Community Center\, 102 Highwood Avenue\, Highw ood\, IL\, 60040\, United States URL:https://highwoodlibrary.org/events/model-magic-alebrijes-alebrijes-de- model-magic?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Highwood Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://highwoodlibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Buckets N Boards DTSTART:20260919T190000Z DTEND:20260919T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T005500Z UID:20006449-1789826400-1789831800@gortoncenter.org CATEGORIES:comedy,dance,family,music DESCRIPTION:An Afternoon of Percussion and Comedy!\n\n\n\n\nGet ready for laughter\, music\, and high-energy entertainment with the Buckets N Boards Comedy Percussion Show! This fast-paced\, family-friendly performance com bines clean comedy\, incredible percussion\, tap dancing\, music\, and aud ience interaction. \nMatthew Levingston and Gareth Sever bring impressive musical talent and natural comedy to the stage. Their chemistry keeps audi ences laughing from the first beat to the final bow. Plus\, improvisation and crowd interaction make every performance unique. \nExpect creative dru mming\, inventive instruments\, clever songs\, tap dancing\, and plenty of unexpected laughs. One moment features an impressive percussion routine. The next brings a hilarious song\, dance\, or comedy bit. \n \nA Family-Fr iendly Favorite\nBuckets N Boards has entertained audiences around the wor ld. The duo is one of the most requested headline acts on Disney Cruise Li ne. They have also performed twice with the Kansas City Symphony and conti nue their award-winning run in Branson\, Missouri. \nAbove all\, the Bucke ts N Boards Comedy Percussion Show delivers clean\, family-friendly comedy that entertains all ages. Their combination of music\, rhythm\, creativit y\, and humor makes this an unforgettable live show. \nBring the whole fam ily to Gorton Center for an afternoon of music and laughter. Come for the percussion\, stay for the comedy\, and enjoy a show everyone can experienc e together! LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T005500Z LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045 URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/buckets-n-boards/?utm_source=caldiscove ry&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Gorton Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://gortoncenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (children) DTSTART:20260919T193000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T062957Z UID:ckrmcc1hccsj6bb671im6b9k65h62b9pckp34b9kc4qmae1g75j62c9n6c@google.com CATEGORIES:family LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T062957Z X-SOURCE-NAME:Christ the Savior X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.xcthesavior.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:jBaby & PJ Library | High Holiday Apple Picking | Marengo DTSTART:20260919T200000Z DTEND:20260919T213000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T061521Z UID:10013153-1789830000-1789835400@www.juf.org CATEGORIES:drink,family,food,holiday DESCRIPTION:Let’s pick apples for a sweet new year! We’ll pick apples together\, enjoy apple cider and donuts\, read a holiday story\, and explo re the orchard activities. Each family may purchase bags for apple picking directly from the orchard. Donuts and cider are on us! LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T061521Z LOCATION:Cody’s Farm\, 19502 River Rd\, \, Marengo\, IL\, 60152-9131\, U nited States URL:https://www.juf.org/event/jbaby-pj-library-high-holiday-apple-picking- marengo/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:JUF – Together for good X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.juf.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR