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Basic Jewelry Repair Workshops
Basic Jewelry Repair Workshops
Have a piece of jewelry that needs some simple mending? In this workshop, participants are welcome to bring in broken jewelry, and we'll help them repair the piece or creatively …
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Bilingual Story Time
Bilingual Story Time
1st Wednesday of Each Month 10:00-10:30A Enjoy a bilingual (English and Spanish) story time, songs, and finger puppet play led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers. All …
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Discovery Garden Exploration Time
Discovery Garden Exploration Time
Explore summer in the Discovery Garden! Enjoy hands-on activities led by our garden docents outside. Learn about native Illinois ecosystems and have fun playing in the garden! Jun: Pollinators Jul: …
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Learn & Play Mahjong!
Learn & Play Mahjong!
American Mahjong is a fun, engaging, and educational experience designed for players of all levels! Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this program provides the perfect …
Try-It Lapidary July
Try-It Lapidary July
Explore the Art of Stone Cutting and Polishing! Join us for a hands-on, 2-hour introductory session held once a month! In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn the basics of shaping, …
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Girls State
Girls State
Are you interested in learning about the world around you through Documentary Films? Join us for an educational afternoon of documentary films. Titles are listed on our registration software, Amilia …
Ceramics Open Studio
Ceramics Open Studio
Come on in to finish pieces you worked on in our other classes like Family Ceramics, Youth Ceramics, Beginners Ceramics, Beginners' Wheel, and Partner Ceramics
Orienteering Treasure Hunt
Orienteering Treasure Hunt
North, South, East, and West… how can you tell? This class explores orienteering – the process of navigating with a compass and map, just like pirates on the ocean! We’ll …
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Mitchell Museum of the American Indian
Mitchell Museum of the American Indian
Enjoy a 90-minute tour of our ongoing exhibit Regional Tour of American Indian Cultures by one of their highly trained docents who will highlight the cultural similarities and differences within and between …
Computer & Smart Phone Help
Computer & Smart Phone Help
Do you have questions about your smartphone or computer? Come in and get more familiar with your technology. Learn what your devices can do for you. Have questions without a …
Discovery Garden Exploration Time
Discovery Garden Exploration Time
Explore summer in the Discovery Garden! Enjoy hands-on activities led by our garden docents outside. Learn about native Illinois ecosystems and have fun playing in the garden! Jun: Pollinators Jul: …
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Dole Bridge Club
Dole Bridge Club
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 …
Games with Friends-Scrabble
Games with Friends-Scrabble
Fridays are for FUN. Sign up to join a lovely group of friends for an afternoon of competition. Scrabble- two to four players score points by placing tiles, each bearing …
Try-It Wood Burning
Try-It Wood Burning
Participants learn the technique of using a heated tool to create artistic designs on wood. In this class, we will be using wooden boxes to decorate and create unique treasure …
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Continuing Suminagashi Techniques
Continuing Suminagashi Techniques
Suminagashi is the ancient meditative Japanese practice of gently floating pigments on the surface of the water with a brush and then capturing the mono-print image on absorbent paper. This …
Arthropod Adventures – Under the Seas
Arthropod Adventures – Under the Seas
Join us for an hour of animal fun! Each week we’ll learn about a different animal using games, art, animal artifacts (both real and replica), and more! Learn about the …
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Sunday Funday Yoga Brunch–July
Sunday Funday Yoga Brunch–July
Start your Sunday relaxing at Cheney Mansion with an all-levels, one-hour yoga practice on the grounds with one of the Park District's expert instructors. As a reward, enjoy and socialize …
Recycled Mixed Media July
Recycled Mixed Media July
We all know there is too much waste in our world. Plastics, fabrics, scrap metal and electronics litter our parks and our homes. Join us as we combine these materials with …
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Learn & Play Mahjong!
Learn & Play Mahjong!
American Mahjong is a fun, engaging, and educational experience designed for players of all levels! Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this program provides the perfect …
Lapidary Open Studio
Lapidary Open Studio
Join us each month, where you can work on your lapidary projects with access to our equipment and tools! Ideal for those with basic lapidary experience who want to practice …
Try-It Enameling July
Try-It Enameling July
Explore the Art of Enameling! Join us for a hands-on, 2-hour introductory session held once a month! Our skilled instructors will guide you through each step, using specialized equipment and …
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Catching Fire: The Story of Anita Pallenberg
Catching Fire: The Story of Anita Pallenberg
Are you interested in learning about the world around you through Documentary Films? Join us for an educational afternoon of documentary films. Titles are listed on our registration software, Amilia …
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Ceramics Open Studio
Ceramics Open Studio
Come on in to finish pieces you worked on in our other classes like Family Ceramics, Youth Ceramics, Beginners Ceramics, Beginners' Wheel, and Partner Ceramics
Learn & Play Mahjong!
Learn & Play Mahjong!
American Mahjong is a fun, engaging, and educational experience designed for players of all levels! Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this program provides the perfect …
5 events,
Computer & Smart Phone Help
Computer & Smart Phone Help
Do you have questions about your smartphone or computer? Come in and get more familiar with your technology. Learn what your devices can do for you. Have questions without a …
Discovery Garden Exploration Time
Discovery Garden Exploration Time
Explore summer in the Discovery Garden! Enjoy hands-on activities led by our garden docents outside. Learn about native Illinois ecosystems and have fun playing in the garden! Jun: Pollinators Jul: …
Arm Chair Travelers
Arm Chair Travelers
Join us for a captivating journey around the globe without leaving Oak Park! Our Armchair Travel Program offers a unique opportunity to discover diverse cultures, stunning landscapes, and mouth-watering cuisines …
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Dole Bridge Club
Dole Bridge Club
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 …
Games with Friends-Scrabble
Games with Friends-Scrabble
Fridays are for FUN. Sign up to join a lovely group of friends for an afternoon of competition. Scrabble- two to four players score points by placing tiles, each bearing …
Cupid Couple’s Archery – 7/18
Cupid Couple’s Archery – 7/18
Come join us for a couple's archery lesson! You and your partner will share a target, and our trained instructor will show you how to shoot a bow and arrow. …
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Safe Sitter: 07/19
Safe Sitter: 07/19
Featuring updated curriculum from Safe SitterInc.! Safe Sitter prepares students to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. Students learn life-saving skills such a show to …
Pour Painting July
Pour Painting July
Those pour painting videos are totally addictive! Come make your very own and we’ll clean up the mess! 2 canvas boards per person can be used. We’ll also provide a …
Rocket to the Moon!
Rocket to the Moon!
This Sunday, July 20th, is the 56th anniversary of the moon landing! We’re celebrating by launching some rockets of our own. Join us as we design and decorate our own …
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Learn & Play Mahjong!
Learn & Play Mahjong!
American Mahjong is a fun, engaging, and educational experience designed for players of all levels! Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this program provides the perfect …
3 events,
Piece by Piece
Piece by Piece
Are you interested in learning about the world around you through Documentary Films? Join us for an educational afternoon of documentary films. Titles are listed on our registration software, Amilia …
Ceramics Open Studio
Ceramics Open Studio
Come on in to finish pieces you worked on in our other classes like Family Ceramics, Youth Ceramics, Beginners Ceramics, Beginners' Wheel, and Partner Ceramics
Learn & Play Mahjong!
Learn & Play Mahjong!
American Mahjong is a fun, engaging, and educational experience designed for players of all levels! Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this program provides the perfect …
4 events,
Computer & Smart Phone Help
Computer & Smart Phone Help
Do you have questions about your smartphone or computer? Come in and get more familiar with your technology. Learn what your devices can do for you. Have questions without a …
Discovery Garden Exploration Time
Discovery Garden Exploration Time
Explore summer in the Discovery Garden! Enjoy hands-on activities led by our garden docents outside. Learn about native Illinois ecosystems and have fun playing in the garden! Jun: Pollinators Jul: …
Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger
Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger
Looking for a good book and some good conversation with a group of your peers? Bookworms may be the best fit. The group meets once a month on a Thursday. …
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The Social Spot
The Social Spot
Join us for The Social Spot, a laid-back gathering for those 50 and up looking to connect, unwind, and enjoy great company. Whether you're catching up with old friends or …
Dole Bridge Club
Dole Bridge Club
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 …
Games with Friends-Scrabble
Games with Friends-Scrabble
Fridays are for FUN. Sign up to join a lovely group of friends for an afternoon of competition. Scrabble- two to four players score points by placing tiles, each bearing …
5 events,
July Creative Cooking (Morning)
July Creative Cooking (Morning)
Creative Cooking offers life skills and artwork all wrapped into one awesome class! They are designed for students to explore their creativity in the kitchen! A different theme and recipe …
Prairie Dog Pop-Up
Prairie Dog Pop-Up
Join us for an hour of animal fun! Each week we’ll learn about a different animal using games, art, animal artifacts (both real and replica), and more! Explore the lives …
July Creative Cooking (Afternoon)
July Creative Cooking (Afternoon)
Creative Cooking offers life skills and artwork all wrapped into one awesome class! They are designed for students to explore their creativity in the kitchen! A different theme and recipe …
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Learn & Play Mahjong!
Learn & Play Mahjong!
American Mahjong is a fun, engaging, and educational experience designed for players of all levels! Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this program provides the perfect …
Basic Jewelry Repair Workshops
Basic Jewelry Repair Workshops
Have a piece of jewelry that needs some simple mending? In this workshop, participants are welcome to bring in broken jewelry, and we'll help them repair the piece or creatively …
3 events,
The Last of the Sea Women
The Last of the Sea Women
Are you interested in learning about the world around you through Documentary Films? Join us for an educational afternoon of documentary films. Titles are listed on our registration software, Amilia …
Ceramics Open Studio
Ceramics Open Studio
Come on in to finish pieces you worked on in our other classes like Family Ceramics, Youth Ceramics, Beginners Ceramics, Beginners' Wheel, and Partner Ceramics
Learn & Play Mahjong!
Learn & Play Mahjong!
American Mahjong is a fun, engaging, and educational experience designed for players of all levels! Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this program provides the perfect …
3 events,
Computer & Smart Phone Help
Computer & Smart Phone Help
Do you have questions about your smartphone or computer? Come in and get more familiar with your technology. Learn what your devices can do for you. Have questions without a …
Discovery Garden Exploration Time
Discovery Garden Exploration Time
Explore summer in the Discovery Garden! Enjoy hands-on activities led by our garden docents outside. Learn about native Illinois ecosystems and have fun playing in the garden! Jun: Pollinators Jul: …
Gladiator II
Gladiator II
Join us for a movie with friends at the Dole Center. Enjoy good company and a new feature film each week. Titles are listed on our registration software, Amilia (may …
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Dole Bridge Club
Dole Bridge Club
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 …
Games with Friends-Scrabble
Games with Friends-Scrabble
Fridays are for FUN. Sign up to join a lovely group of friends for an afternoon of competition. Scrabble- two to four players score points by placing tiles, each bearing …
Pokémon TCG Trainer Workshop 8/1
Pokémon TCG Trainer Workshop 8/1
Dive into the basics of Pokémon TCG with ourstep-by-step workshops. Learn how to build a deck,understand card types, and grasp game mechanicsfrom friendly, knowledgeable instructors. Join usfor a Pokémon TCG …
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Renaissance Faire
Renaissance Faire
Welcome, pirates of all ages, to the annual celebration at Bristol! Dust off your finest attire and show up with your best manners for a civilized dive into our take …
Unmasking the Mantid
Unmasking the Mantid
Join us for an hour of animal fun! Each week we’ll learn about a different animal using games, art, animal artifacts (both real and replica), and more! Whether you think …
New Fruit Just Dropped
New Fruit Just Dropped
Rambutans? Tamarinds? Kumquats? You're telling me those aren't made up words? They're not! Travel the world in fruit form as we sample, tasting fruits from across cultures that may be …
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Recycled Mixed Media August
Recycled Mixed Media August
We all know there is too much waste in our world. Plastics, fabrics, scrap metal and electronics litter our parks and our homes. Join us as we combine these materials with …
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