Dr. Seuss’s birthday is March 2, which has been adopted as Read Across America Day. To celebrate, there are events and activities throughout the month of April. Before attending an event, call or visit the website to confirm all information. Keep in mind that several of these events require advanced registration so plan ahead. Before your adventure, start the day with Green Eggs (2 Ways) & “Ham”!
Dr. Seuss’ Cat In the Hat – Emerald City Theatre, Apollo Theater, 2540 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago
- Through May 19, 2013. View the full schedule online.
- Best for ages 3-6
- Play based on the book by Dr. Seuss. Pre-show activity and short post-show interactive session of fun & games with the Cat.
- $10-$16 per person plus fees
Celebrate the Cat In the Hat – Orland Park Public Library, 14921 S. Ravinia Ave, Orland Park
- Daily in March
- Take a photo with the Cat In the Hat, find the Cat in the stacks and be entered in a drawing for a “Seussical-fun” prize
- FREE
Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss – Northfield Branch Library, 1785 Orchard Lane, Northfield
- Daily in March
- Games, puzzles, prizes, and trivia
- FREE
Read Across America Storytime – Barnes & Noble, The Promenade, 631 E. Boughton Road, Suite 100, Bolingbrook
- Friday, March 1 at 10:30 am
- FREE
Celebrate the Master of Rhyme – Seager Park Interpretive Center, 1163 Plank Road, Naperville
- Friday, March 1 from 1:00 pm-2:30 pm
- For ages 3-5
- $18/resident, $27/non-resident
Dr. Seuss Day – Open Books, 213 W. Institute Place, Chicago
- Saturday, March 2 from 10:00 am-1:00 pm
- For ages 3+
- Face painting, readings, cake, crafts, drama games, & music
- FREE
Dr. Seuss Birthday Bash – Streams Recreation Center, 24319 Cedar Creek Lane, Plainfield
- Saturday, March 2 from 10:30 am-11:15 am
- For ages 2-6 with parent
- Games and activities
- $12/resident, $18/non-resident
Hats Off to Dr. Seuss! – Anderson’s Bookshop, 123 W. Jefferson, Naperville
- Saturday, March 2 at 11:00 am
- FREE
Dr. Seuss Birthday Party – Bock Neighborhood Center, 1223 W. Sharon Lane, Schaumburg
- Saturday, March 2 from 11:00 am-2:30 pm
- For ages 3-8
- Dr. Seuss stories, craft, games, and a snack. Come dressed as a Seuss character and receive a special prize.
- $10/resident, $15/non-resident
Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss – Lakeshore Learning Stores – 2255 W. 95th Street, Chicago, 15780 S. LaGrange Road, Orland Park, and 1403 N. Rand Road, Palatine
- Saturday, March 2 from 11:00 am-3:00 pm
- Crafts, games, and stories
- FREE
A Seuss Celebration – Birchwood Recreation Center, 435 W. Illinois Avenue, Palatine
- Saturday, March 2 from 6:00 pm-9:00 pm
- Seuss crafts followed by a showing of The Lorax
- $10/family. Pre-registration required.
How will you celebrate Dr. Seuss this month?
