Why should the kids have all the fun? An adults-only pumpkin decorating night. Materials & refreshments provided. Ages 21 & up.
Sketch and paint. For both beginners and more experienced artists. All materials provided.
Participate in a canoe trip, fishing, archery, Dia de los Muertos-themed pumpkin painting, nature play, and Bach-to-Rock music. The rain date for the event has been scheduled for Sunday, October 22nd. You can find more information about it here: https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-paddle-afternoon/
Celebrate the season with a special day of autumn fun, entertainment, beekeeping demonstrations, pumpkin painting, honey sales, activities and more! Admission is free; there may be small fees for some activities and food.
Medals awarded to winners of professionally juried competitive MC’ing, DJ’ing, Dance, Visual Art, Knowledge and Quintathlon categories. Registration starts at 9 am.
Family-friendly activities including pumpkin painting and bowling, ring toss, leaf rubbings, fall-themed obstacle course, and more. In partnership with Jerome Witte, My Town Realty Group. Grove 1.
Carve a pumpkin while surrounded by the natural beauty within the Forest Preserves. Supplies provided.
Join a family-friendly evening with a cozy fire, s ’mores, a “spooky” story trail, star gazing, pumpkin painting and more. Costumes encouraged! Experience the captivating artistry of international, award-winning bilingual […]
Sponsored by the East Side Chamber of Commerce. Enjoy a family-friendly Halloween event, complete with plenty of candy.
Join us for a free family-friendly event to celebrate el Día de los Muertos at Eggers Grove. There will be salsa dancing instruction, art/crafts vendors and activities, community altar installation, slam poetry/open mic, bonfire pits w/ smores, refreshments while supplies last, Catrin and Catrina contest and community resources. Community event provided by: Southeast Youth Alliance, […]
Get inspired by the colors of the season as we paint tree cookies and make art with fallen leaves. All ages.
Make a simple musical instrument or bring your own and join the jam by playing or listening.
Let nature inspire your creativity. Join in on various nature-themed arts and crafts projects. Hosted at Swallow Cliff Woods Pavilion.
Learn about the basics of knitting and simple techniques through a tutorial led by staff. Supplies provided. Ages 13 & up.
Repurpose the common European buckthorn into something new. Equipment provided. Ages 10 & up. Participants under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Celebrate the rich heritage of the Calumet region. On this day, we will collaborate with various partner organizations that host a diverse range of activities, from brick-making to upholstery and offer engaging presentations and guided hikes. The scheduled presentations include: 10:30 am: "Calumet Voices Exhibit" by the Field Museum 11:30 am: "Dawn of the Calumet […]
Repurpose the common European buckthorn into something new. Equipment provided. Ages 10 & up.
Celebrate the start of the winter season with a giant bonfire under the night sky. Enjoy winter craft and star gazing (weather permitting). All event attendees will park at Potawatomi […]
Drop in to learn the basics about winter bird feeding and pick up a do-it-yourself pinecone bird feeder craft.
Visit our pioneer cabins as we celebrate winter holiday traditions. Play with handmade toys, make a craft, and see what’s cooking on the open fire.
Make a festive birdseed wreath to help our feathered friends this winter! Materials provided. Ages 13 & up.
Walk a short trail and read the posted story, then pick up a craft and activity bag.
Join us as we celebrate the beginning of winter with a large bonfire, artmaking, nature walks and more.
In this instructor-led course, create a painting inspired by nature. All materials provided. Ages 15 and up.
Get creative and learn some new skills. Projects will include woodburning, painting and fiber arts. Ages 9-13 & families.
This winter season, we will be hosting 'Gathering Nature: Glass Mosaics and Assemblages,' a mother/daughter art show by artists Judy and Bridget Steed. The exhibit opening and artist meet-and-greet will take place on Friday, January 19, at 6 pm (rescheduled from January 12 due to inclement weather). The exhibit will be on display from January […]
Children will enjoy three fun filled days with outdoor activities, art making and s’mores at the fire. Ages 9-12.
Bring the whole family and enjoy winter in the Preserves with snowshoeing, nature hikes, art, campfires and more!
Calling all creatives! Join us for our themed sessions as we explore printmaking.
View the glass mosaic art and chat with local mosaic artist Judy Steed at the official opening of her show “Natural Reflections” in Trailside’s classroom. Snacks served!
