Join us for KidsFest, the popular family event sponsored by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory. Help us celebrate Earth Day and the wonders of our planet with activities from our partners: Trailside Museum, University of IL Extension, Brookfield Zoo, the Oak Park Library, and Northern Illinois Raptor Rehabilitation.
Tickets are required for this free event.
Presented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory (FOPCON).
Hey, junior archers! Want to teach your adults a thing or two about shooting a bow and arrow? Our trained instructors will help you and your adult learn the ropes of this fun adventure sport. Registration is for one child and one adult. Please register your child archer only, not their adult.
Archery is for everyone! Our instructor is trained in adaptive archery and the elements used to make this sport accessible. Please contact us if there are any accommodations you may need!
**Please Note** Due to some scheduling conflicts, the dates for this program have changed. They will be taking place on Thursdays rather than Wednesdays.
Brand new this year! Join our immersive ASL course taught by native signers. This class focuses on practical and conversational signs so you can gain confidence in your communication skills.
Our youth class is taught separately at the same time, so you can learn as a family. See the Special Interest section for those classes.
**Please Note** Due to some scheduling conflicts, the dates for this program have changed. They will be taking place on Thursdays rather than Wednesdays.
Brand new this year! Join our immersive ASL course taught by native signers. This class focuses on basic signs so your kids can gain confidence in their
communication in and out of the classroom.
Our adult class is taught separately at the same time, so you can learn as a family. See the Adult Leisure and Lifestyle section for those classes.
Happy Earth Day! Join the naturalists at Austin Gardens for for some evening nature center time.
Plus, learn how to make an upcycled t-shirt grocery bag to take home with you! All materials provided, while supplies last.
This program is free and open to the public – registration is optional but available so you can mark your calendars!
