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Explore reed instruments
At "Really Resonating Reeds," members of Northwestern's saxophone ensemble and clarinet studio showcase examples of their single-reed instruments, whether big, small, high or low. Read more...
Junior Zookeepers at Lincoln Park Zoo
third- and fourth-graders will get the full picture when they spend the day as Junior Zookeepers learning about animal training, seeing tools of the trade and experiencing what it's like to prepare meals for zoo animals. Read more...
Chocolate Pizza Party at the Morton Arboretum
At Morton Arboretum's Kids' Chocolate Pizza Party, kids 4-8 can try their hand and sweet tooth at making a chocolate pizza covered in a variety of candy toppings. Read more...
Chicago Children's Museum Historical Characters Scavenger Hunt
At the Chicago Children's Museum, kids take part in a history scavenger hunt and chat with museum staff dressed as important Americans to learn how they shaped the current-day U.S.A. Read more...
Four Places to Leap (Year)
Some great "leap" related things to do on the 29th. Read more...
