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Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie Hiking Trip – 5/16/26

Fox Community Center (Lower Level) - 624 South Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park IL 60304

We’re spending our springtime days with adventure on the brain! Join us for a trip to Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie for a day of hiking and picnicking. Transportation provided. Meet at Fox Center.  April and May is calving season, so there's a chance we'll see some baby bison at the prairie!   Hikers under the age …

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Fur, Feathers and Scales – 5/23/26

Austin Gardens Environmental Education Center Main Room - 167 Forest Avenue, Oak Park IL 60302

Join us for a fun-filled program where we'll explore the amazing ways animals use fur, feathers, and scales! We'll read a story and meet fascinating creatures to discover how their coverings help them survive in different environments. Plus, play games and get creative with a hands-on craft to bring home an animal of your own.

Hapa Zome Plant Printing Workshop – 5/23/26

Austin Gardens Environmental Education Center Main Room - 167 Forest Avenue, Oak Park IL 60302

Literally translated to “leaf dye”, Hapa Zome is the Japanese art of pounding plants with a hammer to color fabric! Come join us in learning the ways plants are used as dye, and making our own plant-printed tote bags. We’ll have a smashing good time! All materials provided.

American Sign Language for Adults (4/9-5/28/26)

Dole Center Multipurpose Room 1 - Computer Room (2nd Floor) - 255 Augusta Street, Oak Park IL 60302

**Please Note** Due to some scheduling conflicts, the dates for this program have changed. They will be taking place on Thursdays rather than Wednesdays.   Brand new this year! Join our immersive ASL course taught by native signers. This class focuses on practical and conversational signs so you can gain confidence in your communication skills. Our youth class is …

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Adult-Child Archery Evening – 6/12/26

Fox Community Center (Lower Level) - 624 South Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park IL 60304

Hey, junior archers! Want to teach your adults a thing or two about shooting a bow and arrow? Our trained instructors will help you and your adult learn the ropes of this fun adventure sport. Registration is for one child and one adult. Please register your child archer only, not their adult.   Archery is …

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Glacial Park Hiking Trip – 6/13/26

Fox Community Center (Lower Level) - 624 South Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park IL 60304

We’re spending our springtime days with adventure on the brain! Join us for a trip to Glacial Park Conservation Area for a day of hiking and picnicking. Transportation provided. Meet at Fox Center.    Hikers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult.   Photo by Openlands

Trip to the Tide Pools – 6/27/26

Austin Gardens Environmental Education Center Main Room - 167 Forest Avenue, Oak Park IL 60302

We're hitting the coast and learning about the creatures that live in tide pools, like anemones, urchins, sea stars, and more! Join us as we explore tidal habitats using stories, games, and art..

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