Download a class registration form to print and fill out. You can mail it back to us, or register by phone at (815) 963-6769.
Check out our comprehensive calendar of classes and events, all in one place!
Our array of Family Classes provides families with a variety of exciting, entertaining and educational activities throughout the year.
Moms and dads and grandparents, spend some fun learning time with your youngsters!
One adult required for every 3 children. Ages and fees vary by topic. Advance registration and payment are required.
Manufacture mucus and find out why boogers turn green. Discover the sense
behind sneezing, and snack on “snot.” Then head to the Grossology exhibit for more nasal ed-ventures on your own. Admission to “Grossology” is included.
Sunday, October 10; 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Suggested ages: 7 and up
Children: $11 members / $13 public; Adults $5 members / $7 public
Decorate a Gingerbread House to take home! We supply the house and all the tools and trimmings, plus clean up all the mess – you get all the fun and the finished masterpiece. Sampling is encouraged in this hands-on class about structures, sticky things, and art.
Suggested ages: 5 and up
Sunday, November 28; 1:30–3:00 p.m.
First child per family (includes one gingerbread house): Members $18 / Public $22 Each additional child: Members $4 / Public $6; Adults no charge
Additional gingerbread houses are available for $12 each
Get hands-on with the ins and “outs” of eating. Discover which intestinal formula triggers diarrhea. Model your digestive system, fabricate farts, and see what puts the eww in poo. (No giggling, please.) Complete your gastric escapades with a visit to Grossology. Admission to “Grossology” is included.
Tuesday, December 28; 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Suggested ages: 7 and up
Children: $11 members / $13 public; Adults $5 members / $7 public
