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Things to do with kids this weekend in Downers Grove (October 9–11)
Updated October 10, 2026
The weekend of October 9–11 in Downers Grove brings Freedom to Read: Sublimation T-Shirts at Downers Grove Public Library - Training Room (Saturday) and Weekend Storytime at Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room (Saturday). Every listing comes from the organizer's own calendar, with times, venues, and official links — free ones are marked.
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Family events in Downers Grove this weekend: October 9–11
Saturday, October 10
4 events · 4 free
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Freedom to Read: Sublimation T-Shirts
Grades 2-6: Design your own custom T-shirt.
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Weekend Storytime
Join us every weekend for picture books, songs, and activities designed for preschoolers to promote early literacy and vocabulary skills.
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Bling Your Things Bedazzling
Grades 6-12 Bring your own item or grab one from us, then bedazzle it with gems.
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After Hours Paranormal Investigation
Interested in the paranormal? Join us for an after hours night of paranormal investigation using a variety of equipment from the library's…
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Sunday, October 11
2 events · 2 free
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Art Studio For Fun Reception
Join the student artists of Art Studio for Fun and enjoy their works on display during this reception.
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Pumpkin Candles
Make pumpkin candles with vacuum forming!
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Coming up in Downers Grove
- Art Studio For Fun Reception — October 11 · Downers Grove Public Library - Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
- Pumpkin Candles — October 11 · Downers Grove Public Library - Training Room
- Winnie the Pooh Scavenger Hunt — October 12 · Downers Grove Public Library