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SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Pumpkins
DESCRIPTION:Learn about nature through sensory experiences\, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-pumpkins-2/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T190000
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SUMMARY:Intro to Afro-Brazilian Music
DESCRIPTION:Learn basic rhythms on percussive instruments as well as songs in Portuguese while in a call-and-respond setting. All instruments provided for Capoeira music\, samba and maculelê during this workshop. Presented by Beto de Freitas.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/intro-to-afro-brazilian-music/
LOCATION:Camp Shabbona Woods\, 15810 S Torrence Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,Music,South Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T133000
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DTSTAMP:20250815T023106Z
CREATED:20250815T023029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T023106Z
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SUMMARY:Weaving with Weeds: Cattail Mat
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the history of basketry/weaving techniques and create a small project with a common invasive plant – cattails. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/weaving-with-weeds-cattail-mat/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T120000
DTSTAMP:20250815T114252Z
CREATED:20250815T114252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T114252Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Painting: Artwork in the Woods!
DESCRIPTION:Paint wood rounds to decorate a nearby walking path. Supplies provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-painting-artwork-in-the-woods/
LOCATION:Beaubien Woods Boat Launch
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,South Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T100000
DTSTAMP:20250915T211709Z
CREATED:20250915T211709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T211709Z
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SUMMARY:Wee Wandering Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Read a story\, make a craft and go on an adventure. Ages 2 to 6 with an adult. Tickets are available on a first-come\, first-served basis.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wandering-wednesdays-6/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,History & Culture,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T100000
DTSTAMP:20250815T135532Z
CREATED:20250815T121214Z
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SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Pumpkins
DESCRIPTION:Learn about nature through sensory experiences\, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-pumpkins/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T113000
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CREATED:20250818T154212Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Programs at Camp Reinberg
DESCRIPTION:Love art and nature? Join the Deer Grove Nature Artists! BYO-art supplies. All artists welcome.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/weekly-programs-at-camp-reinberg/2025-10-07/
LOCATION:Camp Reinberg\, 1801 N Quentin Rd\, Palatine\, IL\, 60074\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Northwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Northwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T130000
DTSTAMP:20250829T150742Z
CREATED:20250814T153338Z
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SUMMARY:Nurtured by Nature
DESCRIPTION:Join Cook County Commissioner Josina Morita and others for a nature-centered day of wellness focusing on mental\, physical\, and emotional wellness while highlighting the benefits of our natural resources within the Preserves. Programming includes yoga\, meditation\, art therapy\, and more. Grove 5.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nurtured-by-nature/
LOCATION:Harms Woods-Central
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T170000
DTSTAMP:20251115T232634Z
CREATED:20250814T200342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T232634Z
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SUMMARY:72nd Annual Powwow
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Native American culture and enjoy traditional Powwow\, food and more. Presented with American Indian Center of Chicago. \nGeneral admission tickets: $10 \nChildren 5 & Under: Free \nElders (55+) & Veterans: $5
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/72nd-annual-powwow/
LOCATION:Schiller Woods-East
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture,Music,Nature Play,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.9524262;-87.8421955
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T140000
DTSTAMP:20250930T214540Z
CREATED:20250815T131201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T214540Z
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SUMMARY:Pumpkinpalooza
DESCRIPTION:Forest Preserves of Cook County\n\n\nPumpkin painting and bowling\, leaf rubbing\, fall-themed obstacle course\, and more. Presented with Jerome Witte from My Town Realty Group\, Get Hooked LLC\, University of Illinois Extension\, Ride Illinois\, Hive Center for the Book Arts\, and Switchback Gear Collective.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/pumpkinpalooza-2/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Nature Play,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T120000
DTSTAMP:20250829T152724Z
CREATED:20250815T113619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T152724Z
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SUMMARY:Art and Nature
DESCRIPTION:Create healing art in the community with painting\, collage\, and jewelry-making inspired by nature. Presented with Light of Loving Kindness.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/art-and-nature/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,South Cook County
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T120000
DTSTAMP:20250815T041344Z
CREATED:20250815T041253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T041344Z
UID:10011193-1759573800-1759579200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate this special month by making unique skulls\, flowers and banners in preparation for Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos). All materials provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hispanic-heritage-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T190000
DTSTAMP:20250815T135422Z
CREATED:20250814T204305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T135422Z
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SUMMARY:Halloween Hoot and Howl
DESCRIPTION:Join our partners\, River Forest Park District and River Forest Public Library for slightly spooky family activities\, live music\, pumpkin painting and more. Free!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/halloween-hoot-and-howl/
LOCATION:Keystone Park\, 430 Keystone Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Halloween,Music,Nature Play,Storytelling,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T120000
DTSTAMP:20250912T185329Z
CREATED:20250814T195745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T185329Z
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SUMMARY:Terrarium Building Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to build your own plant terrarium. Take home your own green ecosystem and watch it grow. Supplies and instruction provided. Ages 10 and up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/terrarium-building-workshop/
LOCATION:Evans Field
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Gardening
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251001T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251001T120000
DTSTAMP:20250912T185456Z
CREATED:20250815T025606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T185456Z
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SUMMARY:Terrarium Building Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to build your own plant terrarium. Take home your own green ecosystem and watch it grow. Supplies provided. Ages 10 and up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/terrarium-building-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Swallow Cliff Woods-North\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Gardening,Southwest Cook County
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.6807903;-87.86088567
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T113000
DTSTAMP:20251025T013114Z
CREATED:20250818T154212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251025T013114Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Programs at Camp Reinberg
DESCRIPTION:Love art and nature? Join the Deer Grove Nature Artists! BYO-art supplies. All artists welcome.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/weekly-programs-at-camp-reinberg/2025-09-30/
LOCATION:Camp Reinberg\, 1801 N Quentin Rd\, Palatine\, IL\, 60074\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Northwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Northwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T140000
DTSTAMP:20250827T164401Z
CREATED:20250814T195301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T164401Z
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SUMMARY:Salsa Dance: Party for the Preserves
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Public Lands Day with a Salsa Dance Party. Enjoy live music\, dance lessons\, food and more. Programa ofrecido en Espanol y English.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/salsa-dance-party-for-the-preserves/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,History & Culture,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.89585788;-87.83089023
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T143000
DTSTAMP:20250826T164428Z
CREATED:20250814T181327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T164428Z
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SUMMARY:Party for the Preserves
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Forest Preserves of Cook County on National Public Lands Day at our annual Party for the Preserves. \n\nFall Flower Walks: 10:30 am & 1:30 pm\nActivities & Crafts: 11 am-2 pm
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/party-for-the-preserves-6/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,North Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T143000
DTSTAMP:20251115T233348Z
CREATED:20250813T153340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T233348Z
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SUMMARY:Party for the Preserves
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating National Public Lands Day\, a fun-filled event for all ages! Start your day with a refreshing prairie walk at 10:30 am\, followed by engaging family activities at 11:00 am. In the afternoon\, participate in seed collecting at 1:30 pm. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/party-for-the-preserves-5/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Gardening,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T190000
DTSTAMP:20250829T153001Z
CREATED:20250814T150846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T153001Z
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SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the vibrant Hispanic culture of Chicagoland!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hispanic-heritage-month-celebration/
LOCATION:Irene Hernandez Family Picnic Area\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,Music,Nature Play,North Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.97583218;-87.74042121
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T103000
DTSTAMP:20260514T161531Z
CREATED:20260514T161531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T161531Z
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SUMMARY:Nature’s Art Box
DESCRIPTION:Explore the wild side of creativity! Kids ages 3–6 with an adult can enjoy hands-on nature-inspired art and activities. Supplies provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/natures-art-box-5/2025-09-25/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Nature Play,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T090000
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SUMMARY:Weekly Programs at Camp Reinberg
DESCRIPTION:Love art and nature? Join the Deer Grove Nature Artists! BYO-art supplies. All artists welcome.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/weekly-programs-at-camp-reinberg/2025-09-23/
LOCATION:Camp Reinberg\, 1801 N Quentin Rd\, Palatine\, IL\, 60074\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Northwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T130000
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CREATED:20250820T225339Z
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SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Fall Colors
DESCRIPTION:Learn about nature through sensory experiences\, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-fall-colors-3/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Fall Color,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T213000
DTSTAMP:20250827T155651Z
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SUMMARY:Acoustics under the Stars
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night celebrating folk music. Enjoy musical performances\, a guided walk and hot dog roast. Everyone is welcome to bring their own instruments and join in! Limited camping spots are available.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/acoustics-under-the-stars/
LOCATION:Camp Shabbona Woods\, 15810 S Torrence Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Astronomy,Hiking & Walking,Music,South Cook County,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T173000
DTSTAMP:20250821T201504Z
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SUMMARY:Crafternoon: Plant Presses
DESCRIPTION:Use nature to inspire art and try your hand at a craft! Supplies provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/crafternoon-plant-presses/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T100000
DTSTAMP:20250815T121116Z
CREATED:20250815T121034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T121116Z
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SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Fall Colors
DESCRIPTION:Learn about nature through sensory experiences\, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-fall-colors/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Fall Color,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T113000
DTSTAMP:20251025T013114Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Programs at Camp Reinberg
DESCRIPTION:Love art and nature? Join the Deer Grove Nature Artists! BYO-art supplies. All artists welcome.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/weekly-programs-at-camp-reinberg/2025-09-16/
LOCATION:Camp Reinberg\, 1801 N Quentin Rd\, Palatine\, IL\, 60074\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Northwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T150000
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SUMMARY:Fall Nature Fest
DESCRIPTION:Learn from over 60 environmental groups while enjoying food\, Jesse White Tumblers\, animal ambassadors\, give-a-ways and more. Groves 1–4. Registration is not required.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-nature-fest-2/
LOCATION:LaBagh Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Arts & Crafts,Education,Nature Play,North Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T150000
DTSTAMP:20250829T152948Z
CREATED:20250815T122025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T152948Z
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SUMMARY:Celebración de raíces/Celebration of Roots
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the region’s rich migration history during National Hispanic Heritage Month with music\, games\, food and more.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/celebracion-de-raices-celebration-of-roots/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,Music,Nature Play,South Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T163000
DTSTAMP:20250815T040902Z
CREATED:20250815T040730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T040902Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Sketching & Photography Meetup (Drop-in)
DESCRIPTION:Inviting all sketchers and photographers to meet at the nature center to use our beautiful landscape to create and share images.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-sketching-photography-meetup-drop-in/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,History & Culture,Photography,Southwest Cook County
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