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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!

Iodine Clock Experiment – Homeschool Science 3/7

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 chemical reactions …

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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

Luck of the Irish

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

Calling All Leprechaun Hunters & Milkshake Masters! Get ready for a double dose of fun this St. Patrick's Day! Join us for an epic Gold Hunt & DIY Shamrock Shake event just for teens!

Cutting Vegetable Chef Toddler – March 8

Andersen Center - 824 Hayes Avenue, Oak Park IL 60302

Join us for a fun session where your toddler can cut real veggies under supervision. It's a great way to boost motor skills and inspire a love for cooking!

Reading and Stringing March 8

Barrie Community Center North Room - 1011 South Lombard Avenue, Oak Park IL 60304

Join us for bead-stringing fun with your toddler! Let them explore new skills by creating necklaces or bracelets with big and medium beads. Then, enjoy a Storytime to end the session! 

Mini Passport – March 8

Carroll Community Center North Room - 1125 South Kenilworth Avenue, Oak Park IL 60304

Have your toddler experience a mini version of our passport program for elementary kids. Crafts and games Enjoy an activity with the PDOP. We will take care of the rest.

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

Seeds, Seeds, Seeds!

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

Have you ever wondered how a tiny seed becomes a giant tree? Put on your detective hat and help us crack the case of seed dispersal! We'll explore the amazing ways plants travel their seeds far and wide – using wind, water, animals, and even explosions!

Girls in STEM – Elizebeth Friedman Cracks the Code!

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! Elizabeth Friedman was a "cryptologist" - a codebreaker! She took down spies and gangsters all over the globe and saved thousands of lives in the process. Join us as we explore her work and crack a few codes of our …

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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!

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Hedges Administrative Center, 218 Madison, Oak Park, IL 60302

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  • 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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