Johnson Phelps VFW Post# 5220, 9514 S. 52nd Ave., Oak Lawn, will host a blood drive from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. March 25. All donors will receive a free breakfast prepared by the VFW Auxiliary.

March 22-April 25

Children’s China

9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Monday, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, 12-5 p.m. Sunday

Kohl Children’s Museum, 2100 Patriot Blvd., Glenview

Admission fee varies; children under 1 are admitted free

Children’s China: Celebrating Culture, Character and Confucius portrays the present-day activities that Chinese families practice, as well as their roots in Confucius’ teachings. Read Confucius’ quotes, explore hands-on activities, use innovative technology and see authentic artifacts to gain an understanding of Confucius’ impact on modern Chinese life. Call (847) 832-6600 for more information.

March 23-March 25

Little Explorers: Turtles

9:30 a.m.

Lake Katherine Nature Center and Botanic Gardens, 7402 W. Lake Katherine Drive, Palos Heights

$6 per child

Preschoolers, accompanied by an adult, will examine the nature center’s resident turtles to see their similarities and differences. Children will be able to hold and help feed the turtles. Registration and payment are required. Space is limited. Call (708) 361-1873.

March 24-March 26

Library Spring Book Sale

10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. March 24-March 25

12-5:30 p.m. Match 26

Evanston Main Public Library, 1703 Orrington Ave., Evanston

Free

The Evanston Public Library’s Book Sale has been called “The Best” by the Chicago Reader, because of high-volume and high-quality books that are donated. Books in excellent condition are for children, teens and adults in all categories of fiction and non-fiction. The proceeds of the sale support the collections and services of the library.

March 25

Homewood Farmers Market

8 a.m.-12 p.m.

Marie Irwin Center, 18120 Highland Ave., Homewood

Free

The winter market is held on the fourth Saturday of the month through April.

March 25

VFW Blood Drive

8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Johnson Phelps VFW Post# 5220, 9514 S. 52^nd Ave., Oak Lawn

Free

All donors will receive a free breakfast prepared by the VFW Auxiliary. Donors are asked to bring identification. To schedule an appointment, call Life Source at (877) 543-3768 or go to lifesource.org and use code VFWSOR30.

March 25

Young & Restless

11 a.m.

Oak Park Main Library, 834 Lake St., Oak Park

Free

Children up to 24 months old are invited with their caregivers to attend a program that pairs short books with songs and rhymes modeled to introduce pre-literacy skills. Call (708) 383-8200 for more information.

March 26

Frances Willard House Museum Tours

Tours at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Frances Willard House, 1730 Chicago Ave., Evanston

$10, adults; $5, children 12 and under; free for museum members

Frances Willard was a 19th century women’s rights leader, social justice advocate and political activist. She was most well-known as the president of the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union, but her Do Everything agenda for social reform went beyond temperance to include women’s rights, social justice and world peace. For more information, call (847) 328-7500.

March 26

Old Songs, New People

2 p.m.

Evergreen Park Public Library, 9400 S. Troy, Evergreen Park

Free

In a program for the whole family, singer Mark Dvorak will introduce children and families to folk music. Dvorak will lead the audience in sing-alongs and participation songs.

March 29

Traveling World of Reptiles

10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Oak Park Main Library, 834 Lake St., Oak Park

Free

This is a hands-on experience about reptiles and amphibians from around the world. The Travelling World of Reptiles allows the public to see, touch and learn about reptiles. For ages 4 and older. Register at oppl.evanced.info. Call (708) 383-8200 for more information.

March 29

Paint Covered Wednesdays

10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Wonder Works Children’s Museum, 6445 W. North Ave., Oak Park

$7 per person, child or adult

Children use a variety of paints, styles and canvases as they learn to tell their stories, to create new things and expand their understanding of the world around them. Painting is used to help children enhance problem solving skills, improve fine motor skills and boost self-esteem. For more information, call (708) 383-4815 or visit wonder-works.org.

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