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The Wonderful World of Water

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

Dive into the Wonderful World of Water! Join us as we embark on an adventure to discover the water cycle, Using fun activities, games, and experiments, you'll learn how water travels from oceans and lakes to the sky and back again. Registration is for one child with an adult. Adult must stay for the duration …

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Self-Care Saturday 3/8

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!

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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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

“Swirl by Swirl: Spirals in Nature” – Nature Story Time 3/10

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 "Swirl by Swirl: Spirals in Nature" by Joyce Sidman!   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!

Club Archery Color Burst! 6:00-7:00pm

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

Holi, also called the Festival of Colors, is a vibrant Hindu holiday that celebrates spring, love, and new beginnings. It's a time for people to let loose, throw colored powder and water, and celebrate the triumph of good over evil. This year, the main day of Holi is on March 14th. Celebrate Holi in the archery …

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Club Archery Color Burst! 7:00-8:00pm

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

Holi, also called the Festival of Colors, is a vibrant Hindu holiday that celebrates spring, love, and new beginnings. It's a time for people to let loose, throw colored powder and water, and celebrate the triumph of good over evil. This year, the main day of Holi is on March 14th. Celebrate Holi in the archery …

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Extra Open Range Time – March

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 …

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$25.00

Busy Bees and Butterflies Mar 4-Mar 20

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

Mini Musicians Mar 4-Mar 20

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. 

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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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