Children see the world through insect eyes, eat like a bug, and go on a hunt for bugs on an insect safari.

Fun, learning adventure in gardening lets you explore the Wonder Works Organic Garden, examine all the different plants, inspect the different insects, remove unwanted growth and learn to use a variety of garden tools. Participating children may be able to take home a piece of freshly picked produce.

From Fannie May to Brach's Candies, Tootsie Rolls, Frango Mints, Lemonheads and more, Chicago has a tasty history of making candy loved the world over. Learn about Chicago's sweet history and how candy and the City of Chicago grew up together. May 11-Sept. 18.

Discover how pioneers like the Kennicott family lived, worked and played through hands on activities like candle dipping, basketweaving and blacksmithing. Try out the antique two-man saw and learn how Dr. Kennicott practiced medicine before there were hospitals in Glenview.

Girls make their own reading journal to take home, like the one McKenna has in her stories. Mondays and Wednesdays.

Enjoy displays of exotic foliage and flowering tropical plants in the Wilder Park Conservatory during the summer months.

Follow a lively crew of buskers, nature enthusiasts and park employees on their adventures in love, honor and reconciliation. Family-friendly, 90-minute version of the play is a great introduction to Shakespeare as well as a new take on a classic comedy. Bring picnics, blankets and/or chairs to this outdoor production. For more information, visit www.spectralia.org.

Multicultural exhibit offers children a chance to become acquainted with other children from around the world. Features children from 11 countries such as Russia, India, Tanzania and Egypt and showcases how they learn, work and play through interactive activities such as playing games, making crafts, learning words in another language and even putting on a puppet show.

Paddy Lynn tells stories that the whole family will enjoy - and the stories feature performers chosen from the audience.

Serves seniors, veterans, people with disabilities and their families. Products from top-notch exhibitors with cutting-edge technology will be featured, offering a unique one-of-a-kind experience for people with mild to severe disabilities as well as their families and support systems such as caregivers and health care providers. Multiple workshops will also be available to expo goers, with focuses on everything from finances to fitness.