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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

Marvelous Mantas

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

Dive deep into the ocean with the fascinating manta ray! Join us on an exciting adventure where we'll explore the world of these gentle giants. Through fun activities, crafts, and games, you'll learn about their unique anatomy, feeding habits, and importance to the ocean ecosystem. This program is perfect for ocean enthusiasts of all ages! …

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Girls in STEM: Hedy Lamarr’s Secret Double Life

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

This family-friendly program explores a different science-loving lady each session through story, art, and more! Hedy Lamarr was more than just a famous Hollywood actress - she was an inventor! Join us as we delve into the world of "frequency hopping", her system of radio broadcasting that laid the groundwork for GPS, Wi-fi, and more! …

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What’s That Habitat?

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

Embark on a global habitat adventure! Join us for a fun-filled program where you'll discover the different biomes found around the world, all through exciting games!   Registration is for one child with an adult. Adult must stay for the duration -- this is not a drop-off program.

Streaming and Content Creation 1/11

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

Explore streaming and content creation platforms such as Twitch, YouTube, or TikTok. Hosting live streams, creating gameplay videos, or sharing gaming-related content can help develop communication skills, build an online presence, and connect with like-minded individuals.

Self-Care Saturday 1/11

Fox Park (All) - 624 South Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park IL 60304

Join us for an evening of relaxation and creativity as we craft personalized pampering kits, creating delightful treats for your self-care routine. Indulge in the process and leave with a collection of luxurious skincare goodies to enjoy at home!

Brewery Tour: Right Bee Cider

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

Come join our friends at Right Bee Cider for a private tour of their cidery and taproom! We'll have the cidery to ourselves as we learn the process of turning delicious apples into our favorite ciders, plus the science that goes into it. Registration covers transportation to and from the cidery, as well as three 5-oz. …

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SC Johnson Factory Tour

15 Passenger Bus #1 #230 - 218 Madison Street, Oak Park IL 60302

This interesting campus hour and 30 minutes tour includes two Frank Lloyd Wright-designed buildings, the Administration Building and Research Tower, and ends in Fortaleza Hall, a newer building on campus featuring the Lily Pad Gift Shop, exhibits on SC Johnson’s 138-year history, and a special gallery dedicated to Frank Lloyd Wright’s furniture designs. The tour involves a little …

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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

“Whole World” – Nature Story Time 1/13

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 "Whole World" by Christopher Corr & Fred Penner!   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!

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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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