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Things to Do & Family Events in Kankakee County

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Your guide to upcoming kid-friendly events, park district programs, library activities, and more in Kankakee, Bourbonnais, Bradley, Manteno, and surrounding communities. Search by name or filter by town and date to find something fun.

Saturday, November 21 · 3 events

  1. The Christmas Countdown

    Kankakee Valley Park District · Kankakee Valley Park District

    The magic of Christmas is just one door away! The countdown to Christmas has officially begun, and there's a little holiday magic waiting behind every door! Joi...

  2. The Christmas Star

    ONU Strickler Planetarium · ONU Strickler Planetarium

    Over the years many people have tried to explain the appearance of the Star of Bethlehem, as described in the Bible. Can the star be explained as an exploding s...

  3. The Christmas Star

    ONU Strickler Planetarium · ONU Strickler Planetarium

    Over the years many people have tried to explain the appearance of the Star of Bethlehem, as described in the Bible. Can the star be explained as an exploding s...

Sunday, November 22 · 2 events

  1. Books With Baby

    Bourbonnais Public Library · Bourbonnais Public Library

    Children up to 18 months will be delighted with this storytime just for them. Sharing board books, fingerplays, rhymes, and play supports early literacy develop...

  2. Craft & Play Café - ALL AGES

    Little Me Studio · Little Me Studio

    Free Price Drop In - $0.00 Class Experience Little Me Studio's Craft CaféNot a class. Not a play place. A place to create. Looking for something fun and diff...

Monday, November 23 · 8 events

  1. Move & Groove

    Bradley Public Library · Bradley Public Library

    Ages 2 - 5 years Mondays at 10 AM (Starts Sep. 14th) Come dance, stretch, and move with Ms. Mckenna! Move & Groove gets little bodies active with fun action so...

  2. Family Storytime

    Bourbonnais Public Library · Bourbonnais Public Library

    Children of all ages and their caregivers are welcome at this celebration of picture books, songs, and rhymes. We have so much fun together while supporting our...

  3. Books With Baby

    Bourbonnais Public Library · Bourbonnais Public Library

    Children up to 18 months will be delighted with this storytime just for them. Sharing board books, fingerplays, rhymes, and play supports early literacy develop...

  4. Montessori Makers: Parent + Child Preschool Readiness

    Little Me Studio · Little Me Studio

    Semester Pay In Full - $50.00 Drop In - $14.50 Class Experience Parent + Child Preschool Readiness The years before preschool are some of the most important...

  5. Toddler Play Days

    Bourbonnais Township Park District · Bourbonnais Township Park District

    Come and join us every Monday from 12:00-2:00PM for play time at the Recreation Station! Our gym space will be open to parents and their toddlers to come explor...

  6. FORTITUDE COMMUNITY OUTREACH

    Kankakee Public Library · Kankakee Public Library

    Fortitude provides services and street outreach for those experiencing or potentially facing homelessness. Meet with a staff member to get information and refer...

  7. DIY Cardboard 3D Pumpkin Centerpiece

    Clifton Central High School · Central Citizens' Library District

    Create a small 3D pumpkin centerpiece out of cardboard. You will use various cardboard tools to create a one of kind centerpiece just in time for the holidays!...

  8. Kankakee County NAACP Youth Council

    Kankakee Public Library · Kankakee Public Library

Tuesday, November 24 · 7 events

  1. Ms. Dee's Storytime

    Bradley Public Library · Bradley Public Library

    Ages: 2 - 5 Tuesdays at 10 AM (Starts Sep. 15th) Stories, songs, and plenty of fun! Join us each week as we explore exciting tales, sing along to favorite tun...

  2. Books With Baby

    Bourbonnais Public Library · Bourbonnais Public Library

    Children up to 18 months will be delighted with this storytime just for them. Sharing board books, fingerplays, rhymes, and play supports early literacy develop...

  3. The Immigration Project - IL Welcoming Center

    Kankakee Public Library · Kankakee Public Library

  4. Squishy Swap

    Bourbonnais Public Library · Bourbonnais Public Library

    Are you squishy-obsessed? Bring your Needohs, Dumplings, squishies, and other fidgets to the library for an afternoon swap! This program is a great opportunity...

  5. Mini Makers: Baby Sensory + Music Lab

    Little Me Studio · Little Me Studio

    Semester Pay In Full - $48.00 Drop In - $14.00 Class Experience Mini Makers: Sensory + Music for Crawlers (9–18 Months) If your baby is on the move, this cla...

  6. Curiosity Club

    Bradley Public Library · Bradley Public Library

    Grades: K - 2 4th Tuesday of the Month Curiosity Club turns everyday questions into awesome hands-on fun! Tailored specifically for K–2nd grade problem-solve...

  7. Family Market

    Bradley Public Library · Bradley Public Library

    Drive through and pick up free groceries for households with kids and teens (18 or under). No registration, ID, documentation, or residency requirements are nee...