Girls in STEM: Helen Martini and her Tiger Triplets

Helen Martini was the ultimate cat mom. She rescued baby tigers, lions, and more – in her own home! Learn the story of the first woman zookeeper at the Bronx Zoo, and the founder of their animal nursery. Join us for a story and a big cat craft, plus a look into life at a zoo in the 1950s. 

In the US, women are 48% of the workforce but only 27% of the STEM careers. This family-friendly program explores a different science-loving lady each session through story, art, and more!

 

Registration is for one child with an adult. Adult must stay for the duration — this is not a drop-off program.

Indiana Dunes Day Trip

We’re spending our summer days with adventure on the brain! Join us for a trip to Indiana Dunes National Park for a day of hiking and picnicking among the dunes. Transportation provided. Meet at Fox Center.

Hikers under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a registered adult.

 

 

We do not recommend swimming on this trip, as lifeguards are only present at one beach. Ripcurrents and large waves do occur in Lake Michigan and can make swimming dangerous.

Uncorked – June 28th

Fridays, 6:00-8:00P

Summertime is the best time to enjoy an evening of music and drinks at the Oak Park Conservatory. Celebrate summer in the Rubinstein Garden with friends under the night sky. Admission includes two drink tickets, an appetizer, and a guided tour of the showrooms. Presented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory (FOPCON).

Tickets are $20 ($18 for FOPCON Members) Advance sales only. Tickets will not be sold at the door.

FOPCON members receive a 10% discount. For a discount code before registering, please emailoperations@fopcon.org.

Nature’s Rainbows

Why are sunflowers yellow? Why are poppies red? What causes all this color in nature, anyway? Join us as we discover the power of pigment! We'll play some matching games with these things called "flavonoids" and make some art with plant paint to make our own nature rainbow.

Bee & Butterfly Waterer Workshop

Today we’re making puddlers – a water source for our pollinator insects that’s perfect for backyards and even apartment balconies. It give sthem a place to rest their legs – and wings! – and take a nice long sip in the summer heat. All materials provided.