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Sunday, October 07, 2012
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St. Charles Scarecrow Fest| St. Charles |
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View over 150 handcrafted scarecrows and vote for your
favorite in each of six categories. Plus, live entertainment, arts
and crafts show, carnival, petting zoo, canine corner and
make-your-own scarecrow.
Where: Downtown at Route 64 and Fox River - St. Charles
When: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: Free
Civil War Reenactment| Wheaton |
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Living History reenactors portraying soldiers and civilians, including Abraham Lincoln, Mary Todd Lincoln and Harriet Tubman, interact with visitorss. See a Civil War cannon fire and watch a surgeon at work. The Battlefield Balladeers perform songs from the Civil War era and educational activities are available for all ages. Plus, kids can enjoy a Civil War scavenger hunt.
Where: Cantigny Park
When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: Free, parking $5
JUF Book Buddies| Vernon Hills |
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Stories, craft projects and family fun that explores the Jewish holidays and provides a chance to meet new friends and spend meaningful time with your family. Preregistration is requested. http://www.juf.org/book_buddies.
Where: Barnes & Noble Booksellers Vernon Hills
When: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Ages: Toddlers, Preschool, Family/All Ages
Cost: Free
















