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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.

Wednesday, November 11 · 1 event

  1. Montessori Makers: Parent + Child Preschool Readiness

    Little Me Studio · Little Me Studio

    Semester Pay In Full - $37.50 Drop In - $12.50 Class Experience Parent + Child Preschool Readiness The years before preschool are some of the most important...

Thursday, November 12 · 11 events

  1. Lawyers in the Library - Prairie State Legal Services

    Kankakee Public Library · Kankakee Public Library

    During our Lawyers in the Library event, we will have Lawyers from the Kankakee Office of Prairie State Legal Services present, on site, to answer your question...

  2. Messy Art Studio

    Bradley Public Library · Bradley Public Library

    Ages: 2 - 5 Thursdays at 10 AM (Starts Sep. 17th) Roll up those sleeves and unleash your creativity! Messy Art Studio is all about big, bold, colorful art wh...

  3. TECH MADE EASY THURSDAY

    Kankakee Public Library · Kankakee Public Library

    TECH MADE EASY THURSDAY TUTOR: BERNADETTE 09.28.26 LG 3RD FLOOR TABLE NEAR 3RD FLOOR SUITE

  4. Baby Time

    Manteno Public Library · Manteno Public Library

    Join us for this interactive program with rhymes, songs, & books! Recommended for babies ages 0-2 years old. Program meets every Thursday at 10:00am

  5. Teen Craft: Book Hedgehogs

    Bourbonnais Public Library · Bourbonnais Public Library

    Join Teen Services as we create adorable hedgehogs out of recycled book pages! For teens 12 and up. Be sure to register below, as supplies are limited. The Bou...

  6. TruSelf Empowerment with Clove Alliance

    Bourbonnais Public Library · Bourbonnais Public Library

    This program is designed for females to help recognize the importance of empowerment at an early age. The group will meet on Thursdays from 3:30-4:30 pm, beginn...

  7. 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...

  8. Golden Gamers

    Manteno Public Library · Manteno Public Library

    Board games don’t have to be BORING! Join us to play an old favorite or learn a new game!

  9. Paint @ Your Pace

    Bourbonnais Public Library · Bourbonnais Public Library

    Unplug with the Library for an evening of laid-back artistry and social connection. For this month’s Paint @ Your Pace, we will be providing canvases. If you ha...

  10. Illinois Libraries Presents: Words, Power, and Community: Dr. Eve L. Ewing

    Bourbonnais Public Library · Bourbonnais Public Library

    Engage in an important and thoughtful conversation with Dr. Eve L. Ewing, acclaimed author, educator, poet, and cultural organizer whose work explores race, edu...

  11. Illinois Libraries Present: Words, Power, and Community:Dr. Eve L. Ewing

    Manteno Public Library · Manteno Public Library

    Registration Link:  https://bit.ly/ILPS6DrEveLEwingRegistration    | Copy and paste in browser.  Zoom program begins at 7:00pm. Words, Power, and Community: Dr...

Friday, November 13 · 8 events

  1. Bingo!

    Kankakee Public Library · Kankakee Public Library

    Every second Friday we are your one-stop spot for a fun game of Bingo. This public event is completely FREE to everyone and snacks will be provided.

  2. Bingocize

    Bradley Public Library · Bradley Public Library

    BINGOCIZE(r) is a health promotion program that combines the game of bingo with fall prevention exercises. Play bingo with us and meet new people while learning...

  3. Super Smash Bros. Night

    Bourbonnais Public Library · Bourbonnais Public Library

    Kids and teens ages 7-17 are welcome to join us for our next Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Night! Compete against your friends in the tournament, eat snacks, and h...

  4. Art Collective: Painted Apothecary Bottle

    Little Me Studio · Little Me Studio

    Drop In - $18.00 Class Experience Art Collective: Painted Apothecary Bottle Friday, Nov 13 | 5:30–7:00 PM Rubber Rose Books & Print We’re heading back to R...

  5. Undiscovered Worlds

    ONU Strickler Planetarium · ONU Strickler Planetarium

    Visit the next frontier of astronomical discovery with this immersive presentation on the planets being discovered in orbit around distant stars. How do astrono...

  6. Glow in the Dark Nerf Battles

    Bourbonnais Township Park District · Bourbonnais Township Park District

    Get ready for an action-packed event like no other our Glow Nerf Party is blasting in with glowing energy, exciting battles, and epic fun for kids of all ages!...

  7. FOL Bunco Uglly Sweater Edition

    Manteno Public Library · Manteno Public Library

    Join the Friends for their annual Bunco Event: “Ugly Sweater Edition”. Location: Manteno Sportsman’s Club Ticket Price:  $30 Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm Food availa...

  8. Illinois Libraries Present: Words, Power, and Community:Dr. Eve L. Ewing

    Manteno Public Library · Manteno Public Library

    Registration Link:  https://bit.ly/ILPS6DrEveLEwingRegistration    | Copy and paste in browser.  Zoom program begins at 7:00pm. Words, Power, and Community: Dr...