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Things to do with kids this weekend in Downers Grove (August 14–16)
Updated August 12, 2026
The weekend of August 14–16 in Downers Grove brings Lyman Woods at the Library at Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room (Friday) and Food and Toiletry Drive at Downers Grove Public Library - First Floor Lobby (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: August 14–16
Friday, August 14
1 event · 1 free
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Lyman Woods at the Library
Friend of the Forest A naturalist from the Lyman Woods visits the library to teach us about our local wildlife and their natural world.
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Saturday, August 15
5 events · 5 free
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Food and Toiletry Drive
For the Cupboard Bring donations for the library's free pantry, The Cupboard, which supports housing & food-insecure community members.
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Soap Making: Custom Molds
Use vacuum forming to make honey-scented honeycomb soap.
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Weekend Storytime
Join us for picture books, songs, and activities to promote early literacy and vocabulary skills.
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Ralph's World
Family Concert Experience the "Paul McCartney of kids' music" in an interactive show featuring story-songs, dancing, and silliness.
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Backpack Decorating
Grades 6-12 Go back to school in style with a freshly decorated backpack.
Free Official ↗
Sunday, August 16
1 event · 1 free
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Food and Toiletry Drive
For the Cupboard Bring donations for the library's free pantry, The Cupboard, which supports housing & food-insecure community members.
Free Official ↗
Coming up in Downers Grove
- Sew What: Advanced Skillz - Zippers — August 13 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room
- Knit Happens: Knitting & Crochet Group — August 13 · Downers Grove Public Library - Training Room
- Super Mario Movie Party — August 13 · Downers Grove Public Library - Kids Program Room