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Follow in my Footsteps

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

Explore the fascinating world of animal tracks and signs! Join us as we learn how to identify different animal footprints based on size, shape, and claw patterns. Plus, discover other …

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Wildlife of Poland

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

Witamy! In honor of Casimir Pulaski Day on Monday, we’re taking a look at some of the wildlife that represents the home of over one million residents of Chicagoland! From the …

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Roblox Rockstar’s 3/1

CRC - ESports Room 124 - 229 Madison Street, Oak Park IL 60302

Embark on an exciting adventure at our Roblox event! Join us for a day of endless imagination, creativity, and fun in the virtual world of Roblox. Create your own games, …

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Parts of a Picture Book

Andersen Center - 824 Hayes Avenue, Oak Park IL 60302

Experience the heart of the Whole Book Approach with our interactive Storytime sessions! Created by Megan Dowd Lambert, this model invites children to react to the entire book as a visual art form, providing a natural and enriching experience. Led by an early childhood educator, our sessions facilitate a unique shared reading experience where children …

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Women’s History Month Walk

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

Take a guided walk through Taylor Park and learn about the remarkable women who have shaped our natural spaces! This Women's History Month, we celebrate female conservationists whose dedication and passion have protected our environment, both near and far. Hot cocoa is provided to sip while you stroll.   Please register the child participant - price …

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PC Building Simulator 3/2

CRC - ESports Room 124 - 229 Madison Street, Oak Park IL 60302

Join us for an exciting hands-on virtual simulation experience where you'll learn the ins and outs of assembling a high-performance gaming rig from scratch.

School’s Out: Preschool Edition Mar 3

Carroll Community Center North Room - 1125 South Kenilworth Avenue, Oak Park IL 60304

Join the Park District of Oak Park on select days when District 97 is out of school.  Participants will have fun as they laugh, play, and explore the day away.  Different days will explore different content areas.  Please dress your child for messy play inside and outside. 

Monday Morning Nature Journaling

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

Immerse yourself in nature and learn to capture yourobservations through journaling. Explore drawing, writing, and mindfulness while you expand your skills as a naturalist and an observer of the outdoors. Even if you "can't draw", nature journaling is a great way to get in touch with the natural world and can be done in whatever …

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$8.00

Maple Syrup Magic

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

We're going through the process of making maple syrup - from tree to bottle and all the steps in between. And of course... tasting the finished products!   Please bring a snack, lunch, and reusable water bottle.

“Pond” – Nature Story Time 3/3

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

Calling all little explorers! Join us for stories, song, and adventures in a nature-themed story time. We’ll meet (stuffed) animals and discover the wonders of the wild! This week we'll be reading "Pond" by Jim LaMarche!   Please register the child participant - price includes an accompanying adult.

Drop-In Nature Center Hour

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

This program is free and open to the public - registration is optional but available so you can mark your calendars!

March 2025 Beginner Archery (3/3-3/24)

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

Interested in shooting a bow & arrow? Sign up with our trained archery instructor who will encourage and coach all ages and levels. Classes will take place indoors, with safety guidelines in place. All ten students shoot at the same time to maximize the time spent practicing, with two archers to one target. Archery is …

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Hedges Administrative Center, 218 Madison, Oak Park, IL 60302

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Customer Service & Registration Hours

  • P: (708) 725-2000

Community Recreation Center

229 Madison St, Oak Park, IL 60302
  • P: (708) 725-2000
  • Mon - Fri: 5:30am-10:00pm
    Saturday: 6:00am-7:00pm
    Sunday: 7:00am-5:00pm

Ridgeland Common Recreation Complex

415 Lake St, Oak Park, IL 60302
  • P: (708) 725-2000 F: (708) 725-2301
  • Mon - Sat: 8:30am-7:00pm
    Sat & Sun: 8:30am-5:00pm

Gymnastic and Recreation Center

21 Lake St, Oak Park, IL 60302
  • P: (708) 725-2000
  • Mon - Thurs: 12:00pm-7:00pm
    Friday: 8:30am-7:00pm
    Sat & Sun: 8:30am-5:00pm
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