Drop-In Nature Center Hour
Austin Gardens Environmental Education Center Main Room - 167 Forest Avenue, Oak Park IL 60302This program is free and open to the public - registration is optional but available so you can mark your calendars!
This program is free and open to the public - registration is optional but available so you can mark your calendars!
Join us for a special holiday celebration! Explore traditions and crafts from various cultures. Check out our dates and times for a fun and educational experience for all ages!
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 chemical reactions …
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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.
Come along with your toddler and move around to music and gross motor play at the indoor playground.
Lunch with the Dino is a thrilling family dining adventure that transports you to the prehistoric world of dinosaurs! Surround yourself with life-like dinosaur replicas and prehistoric décor. Meet our paleontologist and learn the history of these prehistoric beasts and try your hand at taming our T-Rex! Families can enjoy a meal that's both delicious …
This is to register an additional guest to attend the Lunch with the Dinos!
Have you ever heard the saying, "In like a lion, out like a lamb"? This proverb refers to the unpredictable weather patterns often experienced in March. But where did this saying come from? Join us as we explore the science behind the saying and discover the reasons for March's changeable weather. Get ready to be …
Explore the fascinating world of animal tracks and signs! Join us as we learn how to identify different animal footprints based on size, shape, and claw patterns. Plus, discover other clues animals leave behind, like scat and fur, and leave with your own nature guide to take on your next hike!
Witamy! In honor of Casimir Pulaski Day on Monday, we’re taking a look at some of the wildlife that represents the home of over one million residents of Chicagoland! From the White-tailed Eagle to the European Bison, we’ll explore animals of all kinds and make our own coat of arms. Registration is for one child with …
Embark on an exciting adventure at our Roblox event! Join us for a day of endless imagination, creativity, and fun in the virtual world of Roblox. Create your own games, …
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 …