Name: Park Forest Youth Day
Start: 2026-08-01T10:00:00-05:00

Park Forest Youth Commission along withCommission Chair Lamekia Davis invites you out for a fun filled community celebration featuring a backpack and school supply giveaway, vendors, local entertainment and free school physicals. This free event for the whole family includes a game truck, school bands, food and games for students in grades K-12. Rain or Shine we're inside! Bring the family!

Local Event: Park Forest Youth Day

Cook County

Lauren Traut

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Chicago Heights

Illinois

Park Forest Youth Day

Park Forest Youth Commission along withCommission Chair Lamekia Davis invites you out for a fun filled community celebration...

Richton Park Public Library, 22310 Latonia Ln, Richton Park, IL, 60471

It’s a water play date for the little ones! Come and play on our splash pad and with our water toys. Bring a towel to dry off at the end. (Weather Permitting)This FREE playtime is open to PreK children, ages 2-5. No registration is required.Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by a caregiver aged 13 or older.

Local Event: PreK Water Days (Ages 2-5 w/ Caregiver)

PreK Water Days (Ages 2-5 w/ Caregiver)

It’s a water play date for the little ones! Come and play on our splash pad and with our water toys. Bring a towel to dry off...

Richton Park Public Library

Design, build, and create structures, robots, and more with life-sized tinker sets, LEGO kits, robotics, electronics, and more! You will step into the role of engineers and innovators as you explore real-world STEM concepts through fun, interactive challenges—building, testing, and discovering along the way. It’s the perfect opportunity for young minds to learn, create, and imagine what’s possible!
This FREE activity is open to students entering K to Grade 8 in the fall. Registration is required, space is limited. You can register on our website, in-person at the Youth Services Desk, or over the phone at (708) 481-5333 x6.

Local Event: STEM in Motion with Project SYNCERE (K-Gr. 8, Registration Required)

STEM in Motion with Project SYNCERE (K-Gr. 8,...

Design, build, and create structures, robots, and more with life-sized tinker sets, LEGO kits, robotics, electronics, and more!...

STEM in Motion with Project SYNCERE (K-Gr. 8, Registration Required)

Chicago Heights Public Library

School is just around the corner, and we're celebrating together! Join us for a fun-filled Back-to-School Celebration with activities, giveaways, and everything you need to kick off the new school year.

⚠️ Registration is REQUIRED to attend. Be sure to reserve your spot before registration closes!
👉 Register today: 708.754.0323
We can't wait to celebrate with you and help your family get ready for a successful school year!

Local Event: Back to School Celebration

Back to School Celebration

School is just around the corner, and we're celebrating together! Join us for a fun-filled Back-to-School Celebration with...

Come join us as we do a different outdoor activity each week! No worries about the weather - if it's too hot or rainy we'll have a fun alternate indoor activity to enjoy!
This FREE activity program is open to students entering K to Grade 8 in the fall. No registration is required, just drop-in!&nbsp;
Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by a caregiver that is 13 or older.

Local Event: Friday Fun Day: Water Day (K-Gr. 8 )

Friday Fun Day: Water Day (K-Gr. 8 )

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Join beekeeper Sarah Kettlewell as she guides us into the wonderful world of bees, their day-to-day lives, and how they make delicious honey and other goods!
This FREE program is open to all interested listeners. Registration is required, walk-ins welcome if space is available. You can register on our website, in-person at the Adult Services Desk, or over the phone at (708) 481-5333 x5

Local Event: Adventures in Beekeeping (Registration Required)

Adventures in Beekeeping (Registration Required)

Join beekeeper Sarah Kettlewell as she guides us into the wonderful world of bees, their day-to-day lives, and how they make...

Grab your hooks and come work on your latest project at the library with Ms. Laura. Light refreshments will be available. (Knitters &amp; Fiber Artists welcomed too!).
This FREE gathering is open to all Adults &amp; Seniors. No registration is required, just drop-in and work on your project with us.

Local Event: Coffee & Crochet

Coffee & Crochet

Grab your hooks and come work on your latest project at the library with Ms. Laura. Light refreshments will be available....

Join us each month as we discuss what we’re reading and talk about books we’ve read. This Month's Title is "The Missing Half" by Ashley Flowers.
This FREE book club is open to all adults. No registration is required, but Contact Adult Services (Ext. 5) to have a copy reserved for you in advance.

Local Event: Evening Book Club: The Missing Half by Ashley Flowers

Evening Book Club: The Missing Half by Ashley...

Join us each month as we discuss what we’re reading and talk about books we’ve read. This Month's Title is "The Missing Half"...

Evening Book Club: The Missing Half by Ashley Flowers

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