The second annual Children’s Humanities Festival continues through November 14. Unless otherwise noted, all programs are $5 in advance, $6 (cash only) at the door. Students and educators are admitted free, but reservations are required. Tickets are available by phone at 312-494-9509 or online at www.chfestival.org. Call 312-661-1028 for more information.

“Aztec Stories: From Micailhuitl to Dia de los Muertos” See listing for Fri 11/5. Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum. For grades 3 and up. 10:30 AM Sold-out.

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Musical Celebration of Caldecott Medal Illustrators Family concert performed by the Fulcrum Point New Music Project; authors Eric Rohmann and David Wiesner will participate. Free, but tickets required. Field Museum, Simpson Auditorium. 2 PM

MONDAY 8

“Saffron” Multidisciplinary performance by the youth ensemble Albany Park Theater Project. Museum of Contemporary Art. Children under 10 not admitted. 8 PM

“Day of the Dead” Exhibit on the Mexican holiday. Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum. Through 12/12. Hours are 10-5 Tue-Sun.