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Are you interested in supporting local breweries and learning about their businesses and their passions? Come to the patio of Cheney Mansion in September to meet the team from One Lake Brewing; October meet the team from Exit Strategy Brewery and in November, One Lake Brewing will return to sample what they are brewing as …
For Ages Birth - 5 Years Located at 47 Lake Street, Oak Park Admission: $5/Child at the door Season Pass: $50 (+$12 per additional child) October 2, 2022 - April 20, 2023 Tues-Sat, 9am-1pm | Tues & Thur, 5pm-7pm Friendly, forest-themed indoor playground with designated infant room, space for reading, art-making and more!
Registration will open to non-residents for Fall & Winter programming! Sign up below on October 1 or HERE.
Open the first Saturday of every month, 10:00AM - 1:30PM Fox Center 624 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL Toss it? No way! The Oak Park Repair Café meets the first Saturday of the month, at the Fox Park field house, in Fox Park, 624 S. Oak Park Ave. Repair coaches will be available …
Meet other gamers in Oak Park. Explore the historyand future of video games with our huge collection of consoles and video games!
Join Chef Tara Humphrey of Global Peel for a culinary and cultural tour around the world through food. in our first session with teens, we will begin with Africa wheat the start of all life began with delcious flavors and textures. Your teen will learn proper techniques in the kitchen, develop knife their knife skills …
Discovered the art work of Pedro Linares and his creatures. Alebrijes are brightly colored Mexican folk-art sculptures of fantastical (fantasy/mythical) creatures. Come with some fun ideas in mind to create your very own animal sculpture.
Have you been curious as to what Twitter is exactly? In this class we'll go over all the basics you need to know about one of the largest social media platforms in the world. You'll learn how to create a profile, read what others are saying, how to send a Tweet, and more. Whether you …
Join the Park District of Oak Park on your day off from school! On select days when District 97 students are off, we've got some activities planned that you can sign up for! Spend your day off with us: laughing, exploring, and trying something new! Regular care is offered from 8am-3pm and extended care is …
Join the Park District of Oak Park on your day off from school! On select days when District 97 students are off, we've got some fun activities planned that you can sign up for! Spend your day off with us: laughing, exploring, and trying something new! Regular care is offered from 8am-3pm and extended care …
Fidget spinners are both fun and mesmerizing, which explains why they’ve become a must-have item for kids! Snapology’s Fidget Spinner Workshop will teach your child how to make his or her own version of this popular toy and how to best use it in their day-to-day lives.
Apple pie, apple sauce, apple butter.... I think we have apples on the mind! We’re exploring everyone’s favorite fall fruit though a story, craft, sensory experience, and games! This experience is perfect for your little one to make new friends and explore the outdoors.
Join Chef Tara Humphrey of Global Peel for a culinary and cultrual tour around the world through food. In September, explore the depth of flavors of paella, learning seafood techniques and tapas. In October, as the weather changes, feast on the delicious comforting flavors of Thailand. November brings the discovery of one of the world's …
Want to experiment with clay? Join us for an introduction, discovery, and exploration to wheel and hand-building techniques. No take-home projects in this class. As it is purely an exploration workshop.
September Date: September 10 Topic: Monarch Migration Craft: Recycled Magazine Butterfly October Date: October 8 Topic: Bat Week Craft: Origami Bats Craft #2: Help Paint a Bat House, to hang up at Austin Gardens November Date: November 12 Topic: Native Plants Craft: Milkweed Seed Bombs December Date: December 10 Topic: Passive Solar Heating Experiment: What absorbs more heat? White or Black? Craft: Recyclable Birdfeeder
Repeating shapes are a staple for Midcentury Modern design. If you are looking for some new art for your mod room/home, come paint with us! We’ll be creating an image with repeating squares and half circles. Stencils will be used to help all skill levels complete this painting.
Suit up and prepare for the most adventurous quest of your life! Battle monsters, explore magical kingdoms, and make new friends with our new Dungeon Master!
It's ALIVE! Paint these iconic characters in silhouette using traditional dark or some wild colors. Wonderful additions to any home's spooky decor.
Make the journal you've always wanted! Blank books and paint markers will be provided. All skill levels are welcome.
Join the Park District of Oak Park on your day off from school! On select days when District 97 students are off, we've got some activities planned that you can sign up for! Spend your day off with us: laughing, exploring, and trying something new! Regular care is offered from 8am-3pm and extended care is …
Join the Park District of Oak Park on your day off from school! On select days when District 97 students are off, we've got some activities planned that you can sign up for! Spend your day off with us: laughing, exploring, and trying something new! Regular care is offered from 8am-3pm and extended care is …
Time to get spooky and creative in Snapology’s Monster Mania program! In this Halloween-inspired program, students will create spooktacular models of monsters, ghosts, jack-o’-lanterns, haunted houses and more! Best of all, they will be developing their creativity, critical thinking, and social skills while they build and play! This program is going to be fang-tastically fun …
Our series with Tony Morrison and the Garfield Park Jazz Collective moves to Cheney Mansion for October and November. We will transition to chilly weather and cool vibes from this local favorite quartet. Each month will bring a themed performance of staight up jazz in a wonderful setting. Light snacks and two drink tickets are included …
It’s pumpkin time! Join us as we make a fun and festive pumpkin wall hanging using wood, ribbon, and of course paint! Our instructor will have plenty of stencils and images of pumpkins to work to make sure your artwork turns out great. Add a family name or greeting if you’d like, we have an …
Do you have a budding scientist, naturalist or curiosity seeker? Using books, games, and hands-on activities, children will explore the earth and its systems in these one-day science classes. Taught by our PDOP Nature Preschool teachers so you can learn and play with all things nature! Themes: Insects: Prehistoric & Now, Harvest & Farm, Rock cycle & Type, Geodes …
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Featuring Updated Curriculum from Safe Sitter Inc.! Safe Sitter prepares students to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. Students learn life-saving skills such as how to rescue someone who is choking, and helpful information like what to do if there is severe weather. The lessons are filled with fun activities …
Set the autumn mood in your home with some cozy lighting. Using an assortment of colorful faux leaves, we will transform simple glass containers into stylish home décor that’s perfect for the season. Candle provided for each holder. 4 per person.
This popular annual event is one of the longest running racing events in Illinois with individuals, friends and families participating in a 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run and Youth Mile for ages 5 and up. Enjoy a run, jog, or walk through the tree-lined streets of Oak Park and take in the remarkable architecture of Frank …
Straw, ribbon, a fun hat, and a sweet face is all you need to make a cute scarecrow wreath for your front door. We have all the supplies you’ll need to put together your new fall friend.
Learn what you need to know about this digital asset in today’s technology world. You’ll leave the class with a basic understanding of what an NFT exactly is, how it’s used and their impact on the future for music, artists and digital creators!
Have a magical time with professional magician Gary Kantor. Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind-reading and more. Tricks are quick to learn and easy to perform. All materials are provided, each child receives a magic kit to take home. Children are grouped by age and you can sign up for …
Cheney Mansion and representatives from Maya Del Sol invite you to experience the variety and depth of tasting tequila. You will learn there are differences between mezcal and tequila and how the flavors and process of distilling differ as well as how important aging is to the taste difference in tequila. Light appetizer from Maya …
Located at the Oak Park Conservatory Join us for the popular annual Fright at Night at the Oak Park Conservatory. The Boo-tanical Conservatory promises to put you in the Halloween spirit! Come in costume! See what poisonous plants grow in the shadows of the Conservatory. Admission to Fright at Night is every half hour. Registration …
Most fine art students learn through copying the masters. Join this club on Friday nights where we focus on one image by a famous artist and use tricks and techniques to create your very own version.
Start the spooky season off right with some lessons in making scars, burns, cuts, gashes, and all the wonderful ghoulish makeup tricks to scare the crowds on Halloween night! Your instructor will demonstrate how to use silicone and face/body paints to turn anyone into a frightening sight. All supplies provided.
Eye of Newt and Toe of Frog… wait, did you mean mustard seed and sage leaves? Herbalists used to guard their secrets with spooky names, and we’ve cracked the code! Come join us as we decode some witchy recipes and maybe make a few of our own! This workshop is for children ages 4-9 …
The leaves are changing and taking on their beautiful autumn hues! Come stroll beneath the canopy with us and take in the true colors of fall. We’ll learn why our arboreal friends change their leaves in the first place and why different trees show different colors.
Let’s make an old-fashioned articulated Halloween character out of cardboard, paint, and imagination! These retro decorations will look awesome in your festive home.
Looking for a good book and some good conversation with a group of your peers? Bookworms may be the best fit. Book titles are chosen at the beginning of the year and posted on our Active Adult webpage. The group meets on the fourth Thursday of each month. Space is limited so registration is required …
Wines from Montepulciano Italy are some of the best tasting wines in all of Tuscany. Join Anfora Wine Merchants of Oak Park to understand why this region produces the finest wines in all of Tuscany. Anfora will provide tastings of lovely options from this region. Light appetizer will be served to go with your tastings …
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Día de los Muertos means Day of the Dead in Spanish. It is an important holiday where people celebrate, honor, and remember loved ones who have passed on. Join us as we create beautiful memorial boxes inspired by Mexican artwork. Instruction and supplies included, but we recommend bringing your own pictures and mementos to add …
Put your costume on and come to the rink to be spooked out of your skates. Enjoy a ghoulish public skate with all the extras! Compete in a costume contest, play chilling games on the ice, do some creepy crafts, and, of course, eat some candy too! The ice will be decorated like a haunted …
What’s lurking in your trash can? Some pretty scary stuff! Come learn about some of our most fearsome pollutants at home and what alternatives we can use instead. Participants can take home our Eeek!-o-friendly Trash Guide.
The Park District of Oak Park and West Suburban Special Recreation Association welcome families in need of sensory-sensitive events to Cheney Mansion for a fun halloween party! Get in costume and bring your camera for photos with our Great Pumpkin!
The Park District of Oak Park and West Suburban Special Recreation Association welcome families in need of sensory-sensitive events to Cheney Mansion for a fun halloween party! Get in costume and bring your camera for photos with our Great Pumpkin!
Are you interested in supporting local breweries and learning about their businesses and their passions? Come to the patio of Cheney Mansion in September to meet the team from One Lake Brewing; October meet the team from Exit Strategy Brewery and in November, One Lake Brewing will return to sample what they are brewing as …
Most fine art students learn through copying the masters. Join this club on Friday nights where we focus on one image by a famous artist and use tricks and techniques to create your very own version.
Did you know there is a National Mushroom Day? These quirky little lifeforms were popular in the 70’s and making a huge comeback in artisan work today. Grab a medium of your choosing paper/canvas/polymer clay from our supplies and bring a little whimsy to your home. Examples and supplies provided with assistance from your instructor.
Open the first Saturday of every month, 10:00AM - 1:30PM Fox Center 624 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL Toss it? No way! The Oak Park Repair Café meets the first Saturday of the month, at the Fox Park field house, in Fox Park, 624 S. Oak Park Ave. Repair coaches will be available …
Meet other gamers in Oak Park. Explore the historyand future of video games with our huge collection of consoles and video games!
Do you appreciate fairy gardens? Enjoy miniature train scenes? Well, we invite you to make a little magic in your own home! In this class, watch your imagination spark to life as you create your very own miniature landscape, add a pond, standing stones, a tiny house structure, and even a miniature person or fairy. …
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