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X-WR-CALNAME:Chicago · family · today · 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:Busy Bees and Butterflies Sep 15-Sep 29 DTSTART:20260917T140000Z DTEND:20260917T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T121014Z UID:2678895-1789635600-1789641000@pdop.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Join us to promote healthy socialization for your little one! Explore interests through play\, crafts\, and story time\, building indepe ndence and confidence along the way. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T121014Z URL:https://pdop.org/event/busy-bees-and-butterflies-sep-15-sep-29-2/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Park District of Oak Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://pdop.org/parks-facilities/location/gymnastics-and-rec reation-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Baby Buds DTSTART:20260917T143000Z DTEND:20260917T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T122912Z UID:10013428-1789637400-1789637400@fpdcc.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Join us for nature-themed interactive songs and stories. Ages 0-23 months w/ adult. Tickets first come\, first served. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T122912Z LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010 URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/baby-buds/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium= ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Forest Preserves of Cook County X-SOURCE-URL:https://fpdcc.com/places/locations/little-red-schoolhouse-nat ure-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:jBaby Little Story Steppers | Sept 3 - Oct 29 2026 DTSTART:20260917T143000Z DTEND:20260917T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T061521Z UID:10015171-1789637400-1789641000@www.juf.org CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:A class designed to help toddlers and their grown-ups discover the magic of books! Interactive Storytime featuring songs\, fingerplays\, movement\, and felt-board activities that bring the story to life. Each w eek we will explore a new book through hands-on\, age-appropriate learning stations that encourage curiosity\, creativity\, and connection. \nThis s ession meets Thursday September 3\, 10\, 17\, October 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29 \, 2026. 9:30-10:30am LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T061521Z LOCATION:Congregation BJBE Early Childhood at the Chava Center\, 1201 Lake Cook Rd.\, \, Deerfield\, IL\, 60015\, United States URL:https://www.juf.org/event/jbaby-little-story-steppers-sept-3-oct-29-20 26-2/2026-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chica go-il X-SOURCE-NAME:JUF – Together for good X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.juf.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Storytime at the Farmer's Market DTSTART:20260917T150000Z DTEND:20260917T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T060851Z UID:10003195-1789639200-1789641000@lgba.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Bring a blanket for outdoor stories and songs at the La Grange Farmers Market. Look for the Library by the fountain next to Village Hall . LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T060851Z LOCATION:La Grange Village Hall\, 53 La Grange Road\, La Grange\, IL\, 605 25\, United States URL:https://lgba.com/event/storytime-at-the-farmers-market-3/?utm_source=c aldiscovery&utm_medium=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:jBaby| Infant Playgroup\, Sept. 3 - Oct. 8 | Deerfield DTSTART:20260917T150000Z DTEND:20260917T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T061521Z UID:10013191-1789639200-1789644600@www.juf.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Please bring your 0-6 month old and join us each week to meet new families and friends at jBaby playgroup! The JUF Young Families team i s looking forward to spending time with you and your little one! Please co me each week\, or when it works for you! You only have to sign up once. \n The upcoming session meets each Thursday from Sept. 3 to Oct. 8 at the Roo tz in Deerfield! LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T061521Z LOCATION:Rootz\, 7 Waukegan Rd\, \, Deerfield\, IL\, 60015-4901\, United S tates URL:https://www.juf.org/event/jbaby-infant-playgroup-sept-3-oct-8-deerfiel d/2026-09-17/?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 BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Homeschool Days at PEPPA PIG World of Play Chicago DTSTART:20260917T150000Z DTEND:20260917T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T061332Z UID:10293054-1789639200-1789664400@www.choosechicago.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Join us for Homeschool Days at Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago \, where preschool families can enjoy an OINKTASTIC discount! Experience t he magic of Peppa Pig and her friends while exploring our vibrant\, intera ctive play areas designed to inspire creativity and learning. \nThis fall\ , homeschool families can take advantage of exclusive savings\, making it the perfect time for a fun-filled day of adventure. Let your little ones j ump into Peppa’s world\, engage in imaginative play\, and create unforge ttable memories. Don’t miss this opportunity to blend education with exc itement—book your visit today! \nDates: Mondays – Fridays in October \nDetails: Tickets must be reserved online. Please note\, no admissions a re permitted without a child under the age of 8 years old. While older sib lings and family members are welcome to accompany younger ones in the attr action\, our play areas are only suitable for children under 8 to play. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T061332Z LOCATION:Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago\, 5 Woodfield Mall\, Schaumburg\, 60173\, United States URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/event/homeschool-days-at-peppa-pig-world -of-play-chicago/2026-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_ca mpaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Choose Chicago X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/chicago-sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Preschool Playtime (ages 1-6) DTSTART:20260917T151500Z DTEND:20260917T164500Z DTSTAMP:20260917T121014Z UID:2678897-1789640100-1789645500@pdop.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:$8 per visit\, or buy a prepaid 10-visit pass for $70. \nA fav orite with all our preschoolers\, this is an open gym for children 1-6 yea rs old. All children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times. \nDrop-ins will not accepted after max registrations have been rea ched\, even if other participants leave. Registration opens 7 days before each Playtime\, and you have up to 24 hours before each Playtime to cancel your pre-registration. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T121014Z URL:https://pdop.org/event/preschool-playtime-ages-1-6-77/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Park District of Oak Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://pdop.org/parks-facilities/location/gymnastics-and-rec reation-center/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Toddler Open Play DTSTART:20260917T153000Z DTEND:20260917T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T061426Z UID:10021378-1789641000-1789644600@www.northlakelibrary.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Birth- 5 years old. \nJump\, bounce\, and flip at our open to ddler play! \nThursdays\, Sept. 10-Nov. 12\, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Limit 25. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T061426Z LOCATION:Program Room – Lower Level\, 231 N Wolf Road\, Northlake\, IL\, 60164\, United States URL:https://www.northlakelibrary.org/event/toddler-open-play-3/2026-09-17/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Northlake Public Library District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.northlakelibrary.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bilingual Baby & Toddler Storytime • Tiempo de Lectura Bilingüe para Bebés y Niños DTSTART:20260917T153000Z DTEND:20260917T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T055739Z UID:30224-1789641000-1789644600@highwoodlibrary.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Join us for Baby & Toddler Storytime\, where you and your litt le one can bond over interactive songs\, rhymes\, and stories! \nThis spec ial session is designed for babies and toddlers and their caregivers to en joy together. \nCome for a joyful experience filled with music and storyte lling! \n• • • \nÚnase a nosotros para el Tiempo de Lectura para Be bés y Niños Pequeños\, donde usted y su pequeño\, juntos pueden disfru tar de canciones interactivas\, rimas e historias. \nEsta sesión especial está diseñada para que bebés y niños pequeños\, junto con sus cuidad ores\, disfruten. \n¡Venga a vivir una experiencia alegre llena de músic a y cuentos! LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T055739Z LOCATION:Highwood Library & Community Center\, 102 Highwood Avenue\, Highw ood\, IL\, 60040\, United States URL:https://highwoodlibrary.org/events/bilingual-baby-toddler-storytime-ti empo-de-lectura-bilingue-para-bebes-y-ninos-38/2026-09-17?utm_source=caldi scovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Highwood Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://highwoodlibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Open Gym (Youth) DTSTART:20260917T200000Z DTEND:20260917T223000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062925Z UID:10010534-1789657200-1789666200@www.csparks.org CATEGORIES:family LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062925Z LOCATION:Fountain View Fitness\, 910 N. Gary Avenue\, Carol Stream\, IL\, 60188\, United States URL:https://www.csparks.org/event/open-gym-youth-2/2026-09-17/?utm_source= caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Carol Stream Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.csparks.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Everything Can Be Art with Vee Gunn DTSTART:20260917T211500Z DTEND:20260917T223000Z DTSTAMP:20260909T190600Z UID:20007436-1789661700-1789666200@gortoncenter.org CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Each week\, children discover a world of mixed-media materials . They’ll work with upcycled clothing and fabrics\, pre-loved crockery\, beads\, buttons\, ribbons\, and more. Then\, they’ll transform these un expected materials into artworks and keepsakes they’re proud of. \nTo be gin\, every session includes a friendly\, guided lesson. That way\, no one ever feels stuck. After that\, there’s plenty of room to experiment\, m ake choices\, and follow their imagination. There’s no single “right ” way to create – and that’s the whole point. \nMost importantly\, o ur club is relaxed and encouraging. Mess is welcome\, and every idea is wo rth exploring. Along the way\, children build real confidence. They learn not only how to make things\, but also how to trust their own creativity. \nAs a result\, they begin to see the world a little differently. Suddenly \, an everyday object can be full of possibility. Something old or forgott en can become something beautiful and new. \nIt’s creative\, hands-on\, and a little bit magical. At the same time\, it introduces big ideas about imagination\, resourcefulness\, and caring for our planet. By giving old things new life\, children discover just how much can be created from what we already have. \nEach week\, your child will leave with something they made themselves. Even better\, they’ll leave with a growing belief that they are an artist. \nNo experience needed. No pressure to be “good.” Just bring curiosity – we’ll supply the rest. \nAges 7 – 13 LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T190600Z LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045 URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/everything-can-be-art-with-vee-gunn-sep tember/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Gorton Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://gortoncenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Teen Craft Cafe • Actividad de Manualidades para Adolescentes DTSTART:20260917T220000Z DTEND:20260918T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T055739Z UID:30299-1789664400-1789671600@highwoodlibrary.org CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Join the Young Adult (YA) team in the Makerspace. \nWe get cre ative with hands-on art activities this August! \nPerfect for young artist s and makers of all skill levels! \nNo prior art experience needed\; just bring your creativity and get ready to have fun with bold colors and big i deas! \n\nSeptember 5th: Recycled Puzzle Craft\nSeptember 12th: Mini Room Dioramas\nSeptember 17th: Peruvian Inspired Friendship Bracelets\n\n• • • \n¡Acompañe al equipo de Adolescentes en el Makerspace! \nEste A gosto\, vamos a ponernos creativos con actividades artísticas prácticas. \nPerfecto para adolescentes artistas y creadores de todos los niveles. ¡No necesita experiencia previa en arte! \nSolo traiga su creatividad y p repárese para divertirse con colores llamativos y grandes ideas. \n\n5 de septiembre: Manualidades con rompecabezas reciclados\n12 de septiembre: M ini Habitaciones en 3D\n17 de septiembre: Pulseras de la Amistad de Inspir ación Peruana LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T055739Z LOCATION:Highwood Library & Community Center\, 102 Highwood Avenue\, Highw ood\, IL\, 60040\, United States URL:https://highwoodlibrary.org/events/teen-craft-cafe-actividad-de-manual idades-para-adolescentes-41/2026-09-17?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:Mindful Thursday • Jueves de Bienestar para Niños DTSTART:20260917T230000Z DTEND:20260918T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T055739Z UID:30205-1789668000-1789671600@highwoodlibrary.org CATEGORIES:family,wellness DESCRIPTION:This program gives children a space to learn how to give their bodies and minds a conscious break. It is part of our commitment to suppo rting mental health and wellness\, starting at a young age! \n\nSeptember 3rd – Calm Play – 6:00 PM\nSeptember 10th – Zentangles – 6:00 PM\n September 17th – Calm Play – 6:00 PM\nSeptember 24th – Papel Picado – 6:00 PM\n\n• • • \nEste programa está diseñado para ofrecer a nuestros niños un espacio para aprender a cuidar su cuerpo y su mente de una manera consciente. Es parte de nuestro compromiso con el bienestar y l a salud mental\, ¡comenzando desde una edad temprana! \n\n3 de septiembre – Espacio de Juego Calmado – 6:00 PM\n10 de septiembre – Arte Zenta ngle – 6:00 PM\n17 de septiembre – Espacio de Juego Calmado – 6:00 P M\n24 de septiembre – Papel Picado – 6:00 PM LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T055739Z LOCATION:Highwood Library & Community Center\, 102 Highwood Avenue\, Highw ood\, IL\, 60040\, United States URL:https://highwoodlibrary.org/events/mindful-thursday-jueves-de-bienesta r-para-ninos-14/2026-09-17?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_camp aign=chicago-il X-SOURCE-NAME:Highwood Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://highwoodlibrary.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR