Calendars
2025-2026 10 Month School Calendar
Upcoming Events
Did you know there was such a thing as Mud Day? It started in 2009 as a project between Australia and Nepal. Now, people worldwide use this day to reap the health and educational benefits of playing in the mud.
Come join us at the Izaak Walton League (1841 S. Rive Road) to get down and dirty!
Come by anytime between 10am and noon to celebrate mud! Dress for a mess.
All ages. No registration necessary. Join us for a fun concert for our first Musical Monday of the summer!
Drop by Library Plaza in front of the library and enjoy some tunes!
(In case of inclement weather, concert will be held indoors in meeting room B/C).
Thank you to the Friends of the Library for making this event possible!
Introducing... Amazing New Animals! An Andertoons drawing class all about amazing new animals!
"OK, so maybe they’re not new, but they’re newly discovered and we’ll be drawing and learning all about them! I’m talking banded dragonfish, hylomys hedgehogs, and panda sea squirts to name just a few! They can’t wait to meet you!"
For children entering grades K-8th.
Registration required beginning July 8th.
Facilities schedule
For School Specific Events (assemblies, sporting events, dances etc.) – Please contact your student’s school directly for details, or visit your school’s website.
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Early Learning Center's Calendar
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All ages. No registration necessary. Join us for a fun concert for our first Musical Monday of the summer!
Drop by Library Plaza in front of the library and enjoy some tunes!
(In case of inclement weather, concert will be held indoors in meeting room B/C).
Thank you to the Friends of the Library for making this event possible!
All ages. Drop-in to the 2nd floor Program Room for a fun craft!
Ages birth - 5 years with parent or caregiver. Have a "wild time" during this high-energy storytime at a Des Plaines park! No registration necessary.
June 12 & 26 at Apache Park, 2100 Pine Street
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at Central Park, 1555 E. Thacker Street
All ages. No registration necessary. Join us for a fun concert for our first Musical Monday of the summer!
Drop by Library Plaza in front of the library and enjoy some tunes!
(In case of inclement weather, concert will be held indoors in meeting room B/C).
Thank you to the Friends of the Library for making this event possible!
Come to this taste-test to try different and unusual foods.
You can taste things blind or with eyes wide open but either way you will be surprised by what awaits you.
Please be conscious of food allergies.
For ages 9-12
All ages. Drop-in to the 2nd floor Program Room for a fun craft!
Ages birth - 5 years with parent or caregiver. Have a "wild time" during this high-energy storytime at a Des Plaines park! No registration necessary.
June 12 & 26 at Apache Park, 2100 Pine Street
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at Central Park, 1555 E. Thacker Street
Enjoy free music and beautiful views! Our summer free entertainment series promises to be the highlight of the summer.
Food Trucks: Da Local Boy, Funnel
Presenting Sponsor: Foxtail on the Lake • Pavilion Sponsor: Veterans Energy Team
Art in the Park!
Calling all our young artists and crafters! If you are at the Live at the Lake concerts with your family, find our Art in the Park tent to create fun projects before each concert! We will be waiting for you at the Lake Park Memorial Pavilion and Central Park.
Hosted by the Des Plaines Optimist Club
Come out to Lake Opeka (Lake Park) for the following movies!
Movies will start at dusk, at approximately 8:00p.
For more information, visit the Des Plaines Optimist Club on Facebook at www.facebook.com/desplainesoptimist.
Did you know there was such a thing as Mud Day? It started in 2009 as a project between Australia and Nepal. Now, people worldwide use this day to reap the health and educational benefits of playing in the mud.
Come join us at the Izaak Walton League (1841 S. Rive Road) to get down and dirty!
Come by anytime between 10am and noon to celebrate mud! Dress for a mess.
All ages. No registration necessary. Join us for a fun concert for our first Musical Monday of the summer!
Drop by Library Plaza in front of the library and enjoy some tunes!
(In case of inclement weather, concert will be held indoors in meeting room B/C).
Thank you to the Friends of the Library for making this event possible!
Introducing... Amazing New Animals! An Andertoons drawing class all about amazing new animals!
"OK, so maybe they’re not new, but they’re newly discovered and we’ll be drawing and learning all about them! I’m talking banded dragonfish, hylomys hedgehogs, and panda sea squirts to name just a few! They can’t wait to meet you!"
For children entering grades K-8th.
Registration required beginning July 8th.
All ages. Drop-in to the 2nd floor Program Room for a fun craft!
Enjoy free music and beautiful views! Our summer free entertainment series promises to be the highlight of the summer.
Food Trucks: Curious Crow
Art in the Park!
Calling all our young artists and crafters! If you are at the Live at the Lake concerts with your family, find our Art in the Park tent to create fun projects before each concert! We will be waiting for you at the Lake Park Memorial Pavilion and Central Park.
Ages birth - 5 years with parent or caregiver. Have a "wild time" during this high-energy storytime at a Des Plaines park! No registration necessary.
June 12 & 26 at Apache Park, 2100 Pine Street
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at Central Park, 1555 E. Thacker Street
Hosted by the Des Plaines Park District
Enjoy free music and beautiful views! Our summer free entertainment series promises to be the highlight of the summer.
Food Trucks: Sema’s Grill, Kona
Art in the Park!
Calling all our young artists and crafters! If you are at the Live at the Lake concerts with your family, find our Art in the Park tent to create fun projects before each concert! We will be waiting for you at the Lake Park Memorial Pavilion and Central Park.
All ages. No registration necessary. Join us for a fun concert for our first Musical Monday of the summer!
Drop by Library Plaza in front of the library and enjoy some tunes!
(In case of inclement weather, concert will be held indoors in meeting room B/C).
Thank you to the Friends of the Library for making this event possible!
Hosted by the Des Plaines Optimist Club
Come out to Lake Opeka (Lake Park) for the following movies! Movies will start at dusk, at approximately 8:00p.
For more information, visit the Des Plaines Optimist Club on Facebook at www.facebook.com/desplainesoptimist.
Ages birth - 5 years with parent or caregiver. Have a "wild time" during this high-energy storytime at a Des Plaines park! No registration necessary.
June 12 & 26 at Apache Park, 2100 Pine Street
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at Central Park, 1555 E. Thacker Street
Will you make a dragon egg or mermaid egg? You decide and use our supplies to create a fairy tale craft.
For ages 9-12.
Hosted by the Des Plaines Park District
Enjoy free music and beautiful views! Our summer free entertainment series promises to be the highlight of the summer.
Food Trucks: Tiki Terrace, Funnel
Art in the Park!
Calling all our young artists and crafters! If you are at the Live at the Lake concerts with your family, find our Art in the Park tent to create fun projects before each concert! We will be waiting for you at the Lake Park Memorial Pavilion and Central Park.
Learn about some of the most unique creatures from around the world. Join us in welcoming the Flying Fox Conservation and enjoy the wonderful show!
All ages. No registration required.
Come out to Lake Opeka (Lake Park) for the following movies! Movies will start at dusk, at approximately 8:00p. For more information, visit the Des Plaines Optimist Club on Facebook at www.facebook.com/desplainesoptimist.
Kerfuffle Theatre is here to present... The Conductors!
"Where should we go? Who shall we visit? The conductors are on a search for treasure in this play specifically designed for very young children. Featuring live music and playful audience participation, The Conductors is a silly, joyful, and engaging first theatre experience for children ages 2-6 and their families. Join the conductors as they explore community and connection along the railroad lines!"
No registration required.
All ages. No registration necessary. Join us for a fun concert for our first Musical Monday of the summer!
Drop by Library Plaza in front of the library and enjoy some tunes!
(In case of inclement weather, concert will be held indoors in meeting room B/C).
Thank you to the Friends of the Library for making this event possible!
All ages. Drop-in to the 2nd floor Program Room for a fun craft!
Ages birth - 5 years with parent or caregiver. Have a "wild time" during this high-energy storytime at a Des Plaines park! No registration necessary.
June 12 & 26 at Apache Park, 2100 Pine Street
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at Central Park, 1555 E. Thacker Street
Enjoy free music and beautiful views! Our summer free entertainment series promises to be the highlight of the summer.
Food Trucks: Da Local Boy, Kona
Art in the Park!
Calling all our young artists and crafters! If you are at the Live at the Lake concerts with your family, find our Art in the Park tent to create fun projects before each concert! We will be waiting for you at the Lake Park Memorial Pavilion and Central Park.
Calendar & Category Legend:
- CCSD62 Calendar
- Early Learning Center