Arts & Crafts
Events
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Earth Day: Trashy Tapestries
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Enjoy the camaraderie and catharsis of hand-weaving rubbish ribbons made from reclaimed textiles on the 5’ tall, four-sided LOOM360. Learn about circular art and participate […]
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Earth Day
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305There are many things you can do to celebrate our planet Earth. Help us pick up litter, make a bird feeder, take home a tree […]
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Earth Day Celebration
Sauk Trail Woods-Central • South Chicago Heights, IL 60411Join us for a vibrant celebration of planet Earth, filled with interactive activities, games, and creative artmaking for the whole family! This event is designed […]
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Earth Day Celebration
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Celebrate Earth’s biodiversity through stewardship, art and educational activities. Free plant giveaways. Drop in.
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Earth Day, Nature Play
FeaturedCrabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Celebrate Earth Day with fun nature activities. Design an upcycled toy planter, create art using natural materials and enjoy outdoor exploration.
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Earth Day Craft
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us for a watercolor-inspired craft using coffee filters and markers as we celebrate the 55th anniversary of Earth Day. Drop in.
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Beautiful Sounds at Sunset
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Spend time outdoors with the sounds of nature and soothing instruments around a fire with certified instructor Gail. Bring a cushion. Ages 18 & up.
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Bird Painting Workshop Step-by-Step: Red-winged Blackbird
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Sketch and paint using acrylic paints. For all skill levels. Materials provided. $5/person. Ages 13 & up.
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Wild About Play
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 paper mache enrichment items that'll spark joy for […]
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Spring Nature Camp
Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120Join us for a free, all-ages, one-day spring camp at Rolling Knolls featuring cultural teachings, crafts, storytelling, outdoor games and more.
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Earth-a-Palooza
Linne Woods • Morton Grove, IL 60053Enjoy guided walks, touch-a-truck, tree climbs, crafts and a visit from Brookfield Zoo Chicago during this eco-friendly family fun fest.
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Tiny Tot Day
Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620Join us in celebrating children’s day in nature through movement, stories, and artmaking. Families with children of all ages are welcomed.
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Nature’s Art Box
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Explore the wild side of creativity! Kids ages 3–6 with an adult can enjoy hands-on nature-inspired art and activities. Supplies provided.
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Spring Festival
FeaturedThatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Enjoy interactive programs, kids’ tree climb, guided wildflower walks, kid’s nature crafts, gardening info and much more!
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Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Craft Series: Japanese Cherry Blossom Fan
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month by creating crafts inspired by different cultures. Drop in.
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Wellness in the Woods Expo
FeaturedCrabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Discover the health benefits of nature through forest therapy, guided nature walks, yoga, music, art and more. 10 am to 12 pm: Forest Therapy Walk […]
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Crane Day
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Young visitors can learn the facts and folklore about cranes that live in Cook County and throughout Asia through stories, activities and crafts.
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Canceled Monotype Printing Workshop
Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Learn about different forms of monotype printing and create a one-of-a-kind print. Supplies provided. Ages 10 & up. Hosted at Swallow Cliff Pavilion.
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Kite Fest
Carl R. Hansen Woods • Cook County, IL 60192 (near Schaumburg)In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, join us for kite-themed activities, crafts and more. Offsite parking is available at Streamwood High […]
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Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk
Dan Ryan Woods-Central • Chicago, IL 60620Join us for a joyful Mother’s Day Fun Run & Walk! Celebrate with family-friendly activities, treats and laughter. All ages.
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Wee Wonders: Migration
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Experience the wonder of spring bird migration through stories, art and a guided walk. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
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Asian American Pacific Islander Month Celebration
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Enjoy the rhythms and movements of Pan Asian music and dance performed by the Mandala Arts Group.
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