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Dry Ice Experiments – Homeschool Science 1/17

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

School is in session! Join us for a different hands-on experiment every week! We'll be going through the steps of the scientific method, including making hypotheses and data collection, as we explore the world around us. Experiments are designed to supplement lessons aligned with 4th-8th grade science standards.    This week, we're exploring transitions between …

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Dole Bridge Club

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

Join us for an afternoon of party bridge. Bridge has been the favorite card game to many notable Oak Park residents including Elizabeth Cheney (of Cheney Mansion). Join your fellow Bridge enthusiasts for an afternoon of card etiquette and serious gameplay in a relaxing environment. No partner needed.

$3.00

Fatduck

Offsite Facility - 415 Lake St, Oak Park IL 60302

Welcome to the Active Adult Dinner Club. Once a month join other Active Adults for dinner at a local Oak Park restaurant. We will make the reservations and, if we're lucky, get a special treat/discount/menu. Support your local businesses and bring some cash to make the bill easier for everyone. Cheers!

The Ultimate Sledding Showdown!

Barrie Park (All) - 1011 South Lombard Avenue, Oak Park IL 60304

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!

Let’s Explore! (Jan) Animals of the Arctic Circle & Antarctica

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

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

Indoor Playground Day Pass (Saturday)

Stevenson Community Center Lower Level Indoor Playground - 49 West Lake Street, Oak Park IL 60302

Come along with your toddler and move around to music and gross motor play at the indoor playground.  

$9.00

What Makes a Bird?

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

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 …

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Who’s Hibernating?

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

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 …

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Analyzing Art for Science: The Little Ice Age

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

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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My Doll & Me Skate

Ridgeland Common Recreation Complex 415 Lake St, Oak Park, IL
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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 bag. We'll have arts and crafts activities, and on-ice events designed for all ages. Every participant will receive a raffle ticket to win a range …

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School’s Out: Preschool Edition Jan 20

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

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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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