Arts & Crafts
Events
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Science of Snow
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Discover the science of snow and create your own snowflake. Presented by Anna Villanyi's Snowflakes and More. Drop-in.
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Fun with Fossils!
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Learn all about fossils, make your own "fossil" and peruse some of our best fossils. Ages 4 & up. Drop in.
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Winter Exploration Day
Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620Enjoy snowshoeing (weather permitting), nature hikes, art making, campfires and more!
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Feeder Watch & Origami
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Observe birdfeeders while making nature-based origami. Your favorite plant and animal suggestions are encouraged upon registration!
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Winter Nature Days
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Drop in for family fun nature activities including pinecone bird feeders, walking sticks and more.
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Wild About Play-Drop-in
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Ready to craft, create, and unleash your wild side? Swing by and take on the challenge: design enrichment items that'll spark joy for our amazing […]
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Winter Nature Days
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Drop in for family fun nature activities including pinecone bird feeders, walking sticks and more.
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Winter Workshop: Crocheting Plastic
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Find an alternative use for plastic bags. BYO-bags encouraged. Presented by Chicago Muslim Green Team.
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Fiber Arts/Cozy Crafting
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Bring your own project or learn to crochet, knit, cross-stitch and more. Materials provided. Ages 13 & up.
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Planetary Painting
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010View the night sky, learn about celestial myths and paint a planetary acrylic masterpiece with instruction. Ages 18 & up.
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Nature Journaling
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Upcycle your own nature journal. All materials provided.
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Buckthorn Dye Workshop
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Learn about common buckthorn, how to process for dye and take home a naturally dyed textile. Presented by Katelyn Patton.
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Baby Buds
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join us for nature-themed interactive songs and stories. Tickets are first-come, first-served. Ages 0-23 months w/ adult.
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Wee Wonders: Snowflakes
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Learn about nature through sensory experiences, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
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Crafternoon: Snow Inspired Art
Camp Sullivan • Oak Forest, IL 60452Let the winter landscape inspire art. Try your hand at different crafts suitable for people of all abilities. Drop-in.
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Crafting Circle
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Unwind while sharing tips, techniques and inspiration with fellow crafters of all skill levels. BYO-materials. Limited supplies available. Drop in.
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Bird Painting Workshop Step-by-Step: Red-breasted Nuthatch
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Sketch and paint a 9”x12” canvas using acrylic paints. All materials provided. Cost: $5/person. Ages 13 & up.
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Monotype Printing Workshop
Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Learn about monotype printing and create a one-of-a-kind print. Supplies provided. Ages 12 & up. Ages 12-17 w/ adult. Hosted at Swallow Cliff Woods Pavilion. […]
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Birds and Bracelets
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Make bracelets while learning about your favorite birds. Registration required at 1-630-257-2045.
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Wee Wonders: Snowflakes
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Learn about nature through sensory experiences, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
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MLK Jr. Day of Service
Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620Join us for an afternoon of crafts, cocoa, and a clothing drive! For groups of 10 or more, email [email protected].
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Fiber Arts/Cozy Crafting
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Bring your own project or learn to crochet, knit, cross-stitch and more. Materials provided. Ages 13 & up.
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Woodworking with Invasives
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Repurpose common European buckthorn into something new. Equipment provided. Ages 10 & up. Ages 10-16 w/ adult.
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All About Fire
FeaturedThatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Learn safe practices for fire building and containment, make fire inspired art, build your own fire and roast marshmallows. Drop in.
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