Calling all thrill-seekers! Gear up for the epic Teen Sled Shred, the coolest sledding event in town! Get ready for a day of adrenaline-pumping runs, epic crashes (with soft landings, of course!), and frosty fun with your fellow teens!
Children will learn about a different nature and/or science topic each month through play, books, games, & various art materials. Themes include: September: Insect Investigations October: Outer Space November: Nocturnal Animals December: Bears & other Hibernators January: Animals of the Arctic Circle & Antarctica February: Dinosaurs March: Amazing Oceans
Come along with your toddler and move around to music and gross motor play at the indoor playground.
Unleash your inner bird detective! Join us on a feathery quest to discover what makes a bird a bird! Through engaging stories and fun games, you'll explore the amazing adaptations that set birds apart from other creatures. We'll meet a variety of birds, from tiny hummingbirds to giant ostriches, and learn about their unique traits …
It's getting cold, but some animals have a special way to stay cozy all winter long. Through art projects and games, we'll learn which creatures hibernate, how they prepare for their long winter sleep, and what amazing things happen to their bodies during this time. Get ready to explore the secrets of winter sleep! Registration …
Unfreeze history! Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of the Little Ice Age, a period of global cooling that gripped much of the Earth from roughly 1350 to 1850. We'll use art as a lens to explore the "what" and "why" behind this climatic shift. By analyzing paintings and drawings from the …
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Join us for a delightful day at the rink, where you can bring your doll or stuffed animal along for a skate! The first 100 attendees will receive a swag …
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. …
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. …
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 …
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This program is free and open to the public - registration is optional but available so you can mark your calendars!
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 …
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