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SUMMARY:Fall Ceramics
DESCRIPTION:Create a leaf impression bowl out of clay and learn why leaves change colors. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-ceramics/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T133000
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DTSTAMP:20250815T132355Z
CREATED:20250815T023850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T132355Z
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SUMMARY:Costumed Scavenger Hunt Hike
DESCRIPTION:Wear your costume on this dress-up hike. We’ll walk through our autumn woods while finding hidden (nut-free) treats.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/costumed-scavenger-hunt-hike/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Halloween,Nature Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T130000
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CREATED:20251001T194709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T194709Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Therapy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a peaceful\, meditative walk in the woods with a trained Forest Bathing guide – relaxing for both body and soul!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/forest-therapy-walk/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Hiking & Walking,Wellness in the Woods
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T170000
DTSTAMP:20251115T232634Z
CREATED:20250814T201533Z
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SUMMARY:Spooky Stories & S ’mores
DESCRIPTION:Trick-or-treat through different Halloween-themed activity stations. Paint a pumpkin\, make s’mores\, and listen to Indigenous spooky children’s stories. Costumes encouraged!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/spooky-stories-s-mores/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Campfire,Central Cook County,Halloween,History & Culture,Storytelling,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T130000
DTSTAMP:20251115T233347Z
CREATED:20250815T023715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T233347Z
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SUMMARY:Seed Collecting at Wolf Road Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a prairie seed collecting workday. Ages 12 & up. Children 12-17 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/seed-collecting-at-wolf-road-prairie/
LOCATION:Wolf Road Prairie\, IL
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Gardening,Volunteer,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T080000
DTSTAMP:20250815T135819Z
CREATED:20250808T150446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T135819Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Learn about fall bird migration patterns and look for local and migrant birds. Limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk-16/2025-10-18/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T130000
DTSTAMP:20250930T214359Z
CREATED:20250815T023527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T214359Z
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SUMMARY:Bird painting Step-by-Step: Great Horned Owl
DESCRIPTION:Sketch and paint a great horned owl using acrylic paints. For beginners and experienced artists. Materials provided. $5/person. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-painting-step-by-step-great-horned-owl/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Birding,Central Cook County,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T163000
DTSTAMP:20250814T205119Z
CREATED:20250814T205119Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Thursdays 'Trees and Leaves' Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Connect to nature through fun themed activities and crafts for adults and kids. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-thursdays-trees-and-leaves-drop-in/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Nature Play,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T120000
DTSTAMP:20250829T152842Z
CREATED:20250814T200747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T152842Z
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SUMMARY:Printmaking Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to carve your own linoleum block stamp. All materials provided. Ages 12 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/printmaking-workshop/
LOCATION:Evans Field
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T133000
DTSTAMP:20250815T140610Z
CREATED:20250815T022843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T140610Z
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SUMMARY:Autumn Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for naturalist-guided walks along our trails as the autumn color intensifies. For families.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/autumn-nature-walk-2/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Fall Color,Hiking & Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T133000
DTSTAMP:20250815T023106Z
CREATED:20250815T023029Z
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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:20251011T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T113000
DTSTAMP:20251115T232607Z
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SUMMARY:Day Hiking Leadership Training
DESCRIPTION:For teachers/youth educators! This event gives you all the tools to take groups out into the preserves for the day.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/day-hiking-leadership-training-4/
LOCATION:Bemis Woods-North\, IL
CATEGORIES:Camping,Central Cook County,Education,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Forest Preserves of Cook County Campgrounds":MAILTO:experience.camping@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.82904143;-87.90434814
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T093000
DTSTAMP:20250916T142255Z
CREATED:20250808T150834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T142255Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Learn about fall bird migration patterns and look for local and migrant birds. Limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events. Grove 7.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk-17/
LOCATION:Bemis Woods-South\, IL
CATEGORIES:Birding,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.82217408;-87.909561
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T093000
DTSTAMP:20251115T232633Z
CREATED:20250814T193350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T232633Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Listen to a nature-themed children’s book\, followed by an activity.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/childrens-storytime-3/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adaptive Recreation,Central Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T133000
DTSTAMP:20250815T140556Z
CREATED:20250815T022731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T140556Z
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SUMMARY:Autumn Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for naturalist-guided walks along our trails as the autumn color intensifies. For families.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/autumn-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Fall Color,Hiking & Walking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T100000
DTSTAMP:20250815T022556Z
CREATED:20250815T022505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T022556Z
UID:10011156-1759572000-1759572000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Walk With a Steward
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a prairie/woodland nature walk with Master Naturalist and Site Steward Cathy Bloom. Ages 12 & up. Grove 2.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/walk-with-a-steward/
LOCATION:Schiller Woods-West
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T190000
DTSTAMP:20250815T135422Z
CREATED:20250814T204305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T135422Z
UID:10011132-1759510800-1759518000@fpdcc.com
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: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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T100000
DTSTAMP:20250808T144849Z
CREATED:20250808T143927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T144849Z
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SUMMARY:Walk & Talk
DESCRIPTION:Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be led at a slower pace with frequent stopping and interpretation. 2 miles.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/walk-talk-10/
LOCATION:Wolf Road Prairie\, IL
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T100000
DTSTAMP:20250815T133604Z
CREATED:20250814T194909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T133604Z
UID:10011121-1758535200-1758535200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Native American Fall Equinox
DESCRIPTION:A celebration focused on traditional foods and the harvest season. Presented by the American Indian Center of Chicago.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/native-american-fall-equinox/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Central Cook County,Education,Gardening,History & Culture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T150000
DTSTAMP:20250814T210657Z
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SUMMARY:“Bone” Appétit (in Spanish & English)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at feeding time as we feed our outdoor Ambassador Animals.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bone-appetit-8/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Central Cook County,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T080000
DTSTAMP:20250815T135819Z
CREATED:20250808T150446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T135819Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Learn about fall bird migration patterns and look for local and migrant birds. Limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk-16/2025-09-20/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T163000
DTSTAMP:20250814T204913Z
CREATED:20250814T204913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T204913Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Thursdays 'Deer' Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Connect to nature through fun themed activities and crafts for adults and kids. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-thursdays-deer-drop-in/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Nature Play,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T130000
DTSTAMP:20251115T232634Z
CREATED:20250814T194712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T232634Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Play Day
DESCRIPTION:Bring your little one for open nature play time! Enjoy Bemis Woods while helping your children connect with nature. Grove 7.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-play-day-8/
LOCATION:Bemis Woods-South\, IL
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Nature Play,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T100000
DTSTAMP:20250815T140516Z
CREATED:20250814T211504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T140516Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Forest Floor Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join staff to discover what fungi\, animals and insects live on our forest floor.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-forest-floor-walk/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Fall Color,Hiking & Walking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T190000
DTSTAMP:20250829T153107Z
CREATED:20250814T194106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T153107Z
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SUMMARY:Faire at the Square-Drop-in
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy our “creative-reuse carnival” with games made from repurposed materials! Win prizes\, learn about local plants and animals and more.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/faire-at-the-square-drop-in/
LOCATION:Cummings Square\, 536 N. Harlem Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Nature Play
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T093000
DTSTAMP:20251115T232633Z
CREATED:20250814T193214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T232633Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Listen to a nature-themed children’s book\, followed by an activity.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/childrens-storytime-2/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adaptive Recreation,Central Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T183000
DTSTAMP:20250815T134510Z
CREATED:20250814T193738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T134510Z
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SUMMARY:All About Canids
DESCRIPTION:Explore the diverse family of canids\, from majestic wolves to loyal domestic dogs\, and discover their vital role in our ecosystem. This dog-friendly event will also feature local animal shelters bringing adoptable and foster dogs for you to meet and potentially welcome into your home.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/all-about-canids/
LOCATION:Miller Meadow-South\, IL
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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