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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.

Monday, November 9 · 5 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. 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...

  3. 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...

  4. 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...

  5. Read A-Lotl Book Club

    Manteno Public Library · Manteno Public Library

    Join the Read A-Lotl Book Club!  A book club for young readers who love stories, adventures, and learning!  We will make reading fun as we explore different boo...

Tuesday, November 10 · 11 events

  1. All About Housing with Prairie State Legal Services

    Kankakee Public Library · Kankakee Public Library

  2. 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...

  3. Storytime with Ms. Jen

    Manteno Public Library · Manteno Public Library

    Join us for FUN with reading, music and crafts! Recommended for: 0-5 years old

  4. The Immigration Project - IL Welcoming Center

    Kankakee Public Library · Kankakee Public Library

  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. Reading Buddies

    Manteno Public Library · Manteno Public Library

    This program provides a relaxing environment for children to practice their reading skills and build reading confidence.  Our Reading Buddies are National Honor...

  7. Apothecary Academy

    Bradley Public Library · Bradley Public Library

    Grades 3rd - 6th 2nd Tuesday of the Month Welcome to Apothecary Academy, where everyday science meets a touch of magic. Each month, we’ll open up the lab ben...

  8. Creative Makers Lab

    Little Me Studio · Little Me Studio

    Semester Pay In Full - $72.00 Drop In - $20.00 Class Experience Screen-Free Art, Design & Critical Thinking for Ages 5–12 Creative Makers Lab is more than an...

  9. Get Fit

    Bourbonnais Township Park District · Bourbonnais Township Park District

    In this class you will be using step up blocks and resistance bands to help tone and define your muscles. Our certified experienced instructor is excellent and...

  10. Horseback Riding Lessons

    Bourbonnais Township Park District · Bourbonnais Township Park District

    Students will be introduced to horse basics and safety. They will learn how to approach their horse in its stall, put its halter on, groom, and saddle their hor...

  11. Pokémon Meet-Up

    Bourbonnais Public Library · Bourbonnais Public Library

    At these monthly hang-outs, kids and teens who really dig Pokémon come together and explore each other’s collections, trade cards, and sometimes even battle! We...

Wednesday, November 11 · 4 events

  1. Play Café

    Bradley Public Library · Bradley Public Library

    Ages: 12 - 36 months Wednesdays at 10 AM (Starts Sep. 16th) Drop in for open play, discovery, and connection at our Play Café! Designed especially for our youn...

  2. Films and Flannel

    Bradley Public Library · Bradley Public Library

    Fall vibes, comfy clothes, and a great movie! Drop in on select Wednesdays for Films & Flannel, our seasonal movie series for kids and families. Wear your favor...

  3. Lego

    Bradley Public Library · Bradley Public Library

    K-8 Drop in program Ready, set, build! Join fellow builders to design epic structures, vehicles, and worlds using the library's massive brick collection. Tak...

  4. Lego Club

    Bradley Public Library · Bradley Public Library

    Grades: K-8 Drop in program - No registration required Ready, set, build! Join fellow builders to design epic structures, vehicles, and worlds using the libra...