Rocket to the Moon! – 7/18/26

Austin Gardens Park Permit - 167 Forest Avenue, Oak Park IL 60302

Celebrate the anniversary of the Apollo mission by building your own rocket! July 20th is the 56th anniversary of the moon landing, and we're celebrating by launching our own rockets! Join us as we design and decorate our own Apollo 11's and use water pressure to make them hit the skies.

Build-a-Zoo – 7/25/26

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

Become the zoo director, and design your dream zoo! Learn about animal habitats, enrichment, and conservation as you use your creativity to build habitats with recycled materials.

Introduction to Nature Journaling – 7/25/26

Austin Gardens Park Permit - 167 Forest Avenue, Oak Park IL 60302

Learn to mindfully experience nature with journaling  no artistic ability required! We’ll guide you through how to connect and look closely to the world around us. This program is perfect for anyone who wants to relax, de-stress, and appreciate the beauty around them.

Forest Bathing – 7/25/26

Taylor Park - East Lawn/Wetland - 400 Division Street, Oak Park IL 60302

Forest Bathing (also known as Shinrin-Yoku) is not a hike, fitness walk, or naturalist-led program - instead, it is a unique opportunity to slow down, awaken your senses, and connect with the natural world in nourishing and meaningful ways. Through a series of gentle invitations by an ANFT Certified guide, you’ll have the chance to deepen your …

Soak up the Sun – 8/1/26

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

Did you know that reptiles don't sweat? But then, how do they keep themselves cool on these hot summer days? Join us as we explore the world of ectotherms, do some summer science, and even meet a real snake friend! 

Forest Bathing – 8/1/26

Taylor Park - East Lawn/Wetland - 400 Division Street, Oak Park IL 60302

Forest Bathing (also known as Shinrin-Yoku) is not a hike, fitness walk, or naturalist-led program - instead, it is a unique opportunity to slow down, awaken your senses, and connect with the natural world in nourishing and meaningful ways. Through a series of gentle invitations by an ANFT Certified guide, you’ll have the chance to deepen your …

Little Shop of Carnivorous Plants – 8/8/26

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

"Feed me, Seymour!" We're stepping into the freaky flower shop to learn the how's and why's of flytraps, sundews, pitcher plants, and other meat-eating plants.

Forest Bathing – 8/8/26

Taylor Park - East Lawn/Wetland - 400 Division Street, Oak Park IL 60302

Forest Bathing (also known as Shinrin-Yoku) is not a hike, fitness walk, or naturalist-led program - instead, it is a unique opportunity to slow down, awaken your senses, and connect with the …

First Impressions – 8/15/26

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

How do you react when we see a snake? What about a spider, bat, or wolf? Join us as we peek behind the curtains of the myths and legends that tell us certain animals are spooky, use art to "de-scare" some creepy crawlies, and meet with a (very friendly) snake in person!

Forest Bathing – 8/15/26

Taylor Park - East Lawn/Wetland - 400 Division Street, Oak Park IL 60302

Forest Bathing (also known as Shinrin-Yoku) is not a hike, fitness walk, or naturalist-led program - instead, it is a unique opportunity to slow down, awaken your senses, and connect with the …

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