We have a really fun weekend ahead in the Chicago suburbs! Plenty of winter, chocolaty, science exploring and art exploring adventures for families are ahead! Here are my picks:
- Now Through February 17: Sinnissippi Station Model Railroad Exhibit, Nicholas Conservatory, Rockford, enjoy fun model trains in the lush tropical setting. See if you can spot Rockford landmarks in miniature. Check website for admission rates.
- January 14-March 14 Gail Borden Library Take Flight Exhibit, Elgin, free, hands-on explorations to learn about flight, check for special programs
- January 19-February 24 Enchanted Railroad, Morton Arboretum, free with regular admission, get timed tickets when you arrive at the Visitor Center
- January 26-April 7 Chagall for Children, Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 14 interactive exhibits encouraging you to insert yourself into Chagall's work, there are special sensory-friendly hours, the exhibit is free and great for kids ages 2-12, take a peekt: https://www.alittletimeandakeyboard.com/2019/01/chagall-for-children.html
- February 9-March 24 The Orchid Show, Chicago Botanic Garden, see post for more info
Wednesday, February 6:
- February 6 Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition at Sinnissippi Park in Rockford Febuary 6-9. Witness the snow sculpting talents of area snow sculptors. Viewing is daily from sunrise until 10:30PM. Admission is free but donations are welcome.
Friday, February 8:
- February 8-10 Create a Glass Heart at Patterson Glassworks, Mundelein, 10AM-4PM, drop in, $35-$65, see website for more info
- February 8-9 Ice Fest in Downers Grove, check website for info, live carving both Friday and Saturday, meet Elsa opportunity Saturday, winter crafts, free
Saturday, February 9:
- February 9-10 Chocolate Weekend, Morton Arboretum, Chocolate Tastes, 9AM-4PM, free with admission
- February 9 Farmhouse Museum Tours, Kline Creek Farm, West Chicago, 10AM-3PM, tours on the hour, blacksmithing demo at 1:30, free
- February 9 Rock and Mineral Identification,Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, Elmhurst, 10:30AM, $8 per person, members free, ages 8 and up, reservation necessary (630) 833-1616, admission $5 pp, $2 per child & $3 per teen
- February 9-10 Gnome Globes and Gnome Hunt, Morton Arboretum, 11AM-2PM, Children's Garden, hunt for gnomes in the Children's Garden (hunt is free with admission), then create a globe to bring home, globes are $7 pp for members, $10 for non, must purchase ticket in visitor's center, limited number, admission is separate, weather permitting
- February 9 Winter Wonders, Campton Hills, 11AM-3PM, sled dogs, campfire, s'mores, flint napping, winter walk, field of dreams horses and more, free
- February 9 Ice-a-Palooza Wheaton, Central Athletic Complex Ice Rinks, 11AM-2PM, ice carving, meet Elsa and Anna, open skate, bring skates or rent, skate performances and more
- February 9 Winter Exploration Day, Trailside, River Forest, 12PM-3PM, learn to navigate, learn about tracks, create snowshoes, free
- February 9 Snow Daze in Kenosha, 12PM-3PM, ice sculpting, pop up hot chocolate stand with free cocoa, ice skating
- February 9 Naperville Chocolate Walk, 12PM-5PM, $30 per person, benefits 360 Youth Services, purchase tickets online
- February 9 Farm life in winter, Kline Creek Farm, West Chicago, 1:30PM-3:30PM, learn about farm chores in the winter, free
- February 9 Victorian Valentine Making, Elmhurst History Museum, 2PM-4PM, $3 pp, registration required 630-530-6879
Sunday, February 10:
- February 10 Farmhouse Museum Tours, Kline Creek Farm, West Chicago, 10AM-3PM, tours on the hour,
- February 10 Resident Raptors, Crabtree Nature Center, 1PM, learn about native raptors, see talons and feathers, meet raptors, free
- February 10 Wildlife in Color, Des Plaines History Center, 1PM-3PM, enjoy Peggy McNamara's, artist in residence at the Field Museum, show at the center, Emma Marston will host a hands-on art activity relating to the show, for kids 5-12 with families, free
- February 10 Family Open House at FermiLab, Batavia 1PM-5PM, explore science, live demos, hands-on experiences, free
- February 10 Farm life in winter, Kline Creek Farm, West Chicago, 1:30PM-3:30PM, learn about farm chores in the winter, free
- February 10 Melissa's Kids Charity Bake Off, Alcott Center, Buffalo Grove, 1:30PM-2:30PM, all proceeds go to National MS Society, see site for more info
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