Family Archery Afternoon – 2/16

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

Hey, junior archers! Want to teach your adults a thing or two about shooting a bow and arrow? Our trained instructors will help you and your adult learn the ropes of this fun adventure sport. Registration is for one child and one adult. Please register your child archer only, not their adult.   Archery is for …

Extra Open Range Time – February

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.   Are …

$25.00

School’s Out: Preschool Edition Feb 17

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 …

$8.00

“Water, Water” – Nature Story Time 2/17

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 "Water, Water" by Eloise Greenfield!   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!

Busy Bees and Butterflies Feb 4-Feb 27

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

Join us to promote healthy socialization for your little one! Explore interests through play, crafts, and story time, building independence and confidence along the way. 

Indoor Playground Day Pass (Tuesday)

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

Zen Coloring Mandalas

Dole Center Studio Room 2 (3rd Floor) - 255 Augusta Street, Oak Park IL 60302

Step into serenity with our Zen Mandalas Coloring Day, where creativity meets tranquility. Discover the ancient art of mandalas—symbolic designs that foster mindfulness and inner peace. Whether you're a novice or an experienced artist, our guided sessions will help you unwind and reconnect with your inner self through soothing colors and meditative strokes. Join us …

Mini Musicians Feb 4-Feb 27

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

Encourage musical creativity in your little one! Let them make their tunes with our instruments, exploring loud and quiet sounds. 

Little Medical School Feb 4- Feb 27

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

Students will learn veterinary skills with their plush puppy, performing exams, sewing stitches, removing ticks, making treats, and vaccinating. 

Little Scientists Feb 4-Feb 27

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

Let your little one's curiosity run wild with our hands-on Science experiments! Encourage messy, creative clothing and watch them explore and learn through mixing and experimentation. 

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