# Tinker Lab: Cardboard Construction — Arlington Heights Memorial Library

> Event for families in the Chicago–Naperville–Elgin area (IL / IN). Times are Central Time.

- When: Mon, Nov 16 · 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
- Where: Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 North Dunton Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
- Ages: 4 years to 6th Grade
- Price: Check official pricing
- Organizer: Arlington Heights Memorial Library
- Official page: https://www.ahml.info/scheduling/reservation/231423
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

Kids design and build the project of their dreams with the Tinker Cart and cardboard construction materials; bring your own cardboard to recycle if you like. Drop in any time; caregiver supervision required for kids under 9.

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