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SUMMARY:Sacred Wanderings in Thatcher Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join Unity Temple of Oak Park as we practice connecting with nature. People with physical challenges are easily accommodated. For info\, email mindful@unitytemple.org.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sacred-wanderings-in-thatcher-woods/
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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SUMMARY:Twilight Creations: Open Art Space
DESCRIPTION:Musicians\, poets and visual artists find inspiration during the twilight hours indoors or outdoors.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/twilight-creations-open-art-space-2/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Music,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods
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SUMMARY:Senior Fitness Walk
DESCRIPTION:Moderately paced\, 1-mile fitness walk. Led by University of Illinois Extension volunteer. Ages 55 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/senior-fitness-walk/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Senior,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T150000
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SUMMARY:“Bone” Appetit
DESCRIPTION:Join us at feeding time as we give our outdoor Ambassador Animals their dinner.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bone-appetit-9/2026-08-29/
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:20260829T090000
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SUMMARY:Kayak the Salt Creek Water Trail
DESCRIPTION:Kayak 9 miles from Bemis Woods to Plank Road Meadow. Equipment and shuttle provided. Experience required.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/kayak-the-salt-creek-water-trail-2/
LOCATION:Bemis Woods-North\, IL
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Fitness,Paddling,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260513T183549Z
CREATED:20260513T183549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T183549Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Weaving Workshop for Seniors
DESCRIPTION:Join local artist Phyllis Frick in exploring weaving with natural vegetation\, seeds and more. Materials provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-weaving-workshop-for-seniors-2/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Gardening,Senior
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T180000
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SUMMARY:Twilight Creations: Open Art Space
DESCRIPTION:Musicians\, poets and visual artists find inspiration during the twilight hours indoors or outdoors.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/twilight-creations-open-art-space/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Music,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T093000
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SUMMARY:All About Birds
DESCRIPTION:Discover the birds of Cook County through bird walks\, info on birding and other bird-related activities. Binoculars available for loan.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/all-about-birds-2/
LOCATION:Twenty-Sixth Street Woods-West
CATEGORIES:Birding,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T190000
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SUMMARY:Nature Book Club: “I Contain Multitudes” by Ed Yong
DESCRIPTION:Discuss the featured book and ponder the hidden depths of familiar animals and ordinary things. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-book-club-i-contain-multitudes-by-ed-yong/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T120000
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SUMMARY:Thursdays in Nature: Geology - Can you dig it?
DESCRIPTION:Connect to nature with University of Illinois-Extension Master Naturalists through fun inquiry-based activities for both adults and kids. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/thursdays-in-nature-geology-can-you-dig-it/
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:20260819T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T090000
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SUMMARY:Fishing Bass-ics
DESCRIPTION:Please note: This event has transitioned to a self-led fishing experience. Trailside Museum will provide poles and bait for participants 15 and under. All youth must be accompanied by a caregiver.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fishing-bass-ics-3/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Fishing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T090000
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SUMMARY:Senior Fitness Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join other seniors for a gentle\, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen\, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/senior-fitness/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Senior,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260816T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260816T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T205522Z
CREATED:20260512T205420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T205522Z
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SUMMARY:Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Help us restore our natural communities of woodland and prairie. Equipment provided. Ages 10 & up. Ages 10-14 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-workday-36/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T190000
DTSTAMP:20260814T220501Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T220501Z
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SUMMARY:Cultural Presentation and Dance Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:A showcase of Native dance forms and cultural presentations. Presented with the American Indian Center of Chicago.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/cultural-presentation-and-dance-exhibition-2/
LOCATION:Schiller Woods-East
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture,Music,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T110000
DTSTAMP:20260731T192506Z
CREATED:20260731T192506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T192506Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Therapy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a mindful and mediative guided nature walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen\, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/forest-therapy-walk-6/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Hiking & Walking,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T200504Z
CREATED:20260512T200504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T200504Z
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SUMMARY:Craftpalooza
DESCRIPTION:Kids\, get creative! Help decorate a large canvas with stamps\, paint and markers. Presented with the North Riverside Public Library.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/craftpalooza-3/
LOCATION:National Grove-South\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Nature Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T103000
DTSTAMP:20260512T203909Z
CREATED:20260512T203751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T203909Z
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SUMMARY:Stories in the Forest
DESCRIPTION:Join the River Forest Public Library for storytelling! Ages 0-5 w/ adult. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/stories-in-the-forest/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Nature Play,Storytelling,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T100000
DTSTAMP:20260512T202756Z
CREATED:20260512T202756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T202756Z
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SUMMARY:Story Time in Polish
DESCRIPTION:Program dla najmłodszych miłośników natury. Z pomocą znanych i lubianych wierszyków poznamy owady\, ptaki i inne zwierzęta i poszukamy ich w lesie.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/story-time-in-polish-6/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,History & Culture,Storytelling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T080000
DTSTAMP:20260507T183133Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T183133Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist as we explore this preserve while looking for local birds. A limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events. All levels of birding skills welcome! Presented by the Chicago Bird Alliance.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/morning-bird-walk-6/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T140000
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SUMMARY:Weaving a Community
DESCRIPTION:Learn weaving techniques and its history as well as the natural history of invasive plants. Supplies provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/weaving-a-community/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Gardening,History & Culture
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T100000
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SUMMARY:Trailside Resonance: Listening to Nature
DESCRIPTION:A guided soundwalk invites you to slow down and listen to woodland trails\, river currents\, gardens and native animal habitats.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/trailside-resonance-listening-to-nature/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, 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:20260806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T103000
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SUMMARY:Stories in the Forest
DESCRIPTION:Join the River Forest Public Library for storytelling! Ages 0-5 w/ adult. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/stories-in-the-forest/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Nature Play,Storytelling,Youth
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SUMMARY:Children's Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Listen to a nature-themed children’s book read aloud\, followed by an activity.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/childrens-storytime-12/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T090000
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SUMMARY:Senior Fitness Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join other seniors for a gentle\, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen\, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/senior-fitness/2026-08-05/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Senior,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T103000
DTSTAMP:20260513T181657Z
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SUMMARY:Pond Dip Discovery
DESCRIPTION:Discover what lives on and below the surface of Thatcher Glen Pond? Equipment provided. Ages 5-12 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/pond-dip-discovery-3/
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:20260801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T120000
DTSTAMP:20260724T220339Z
CREATED:20260512T185713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T220339Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Exploration Day: Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Earn service hours by helping remove invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up. Ages 12-15 w/parent or guardian.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/teen-exploration-day-restoration-workday/
LOCATION:Evans Field
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T103000
DTSTAMP:20260531T162803Z
CREATED:20251114T121210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T162803Z
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SUMMARY:Sacred Wanderings
DESCRIPTION:Connect with nature and surround yourself with the energy of the natural world. Led by Unity Temple of Oak Park. For information\, contact mindful@unitytemple.org.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sacred-wanderings/2026-08-01/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Hiking & Walking,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T185339Z
CREATED:20260512T185239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T185339Z
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SUMMARY:Art in Nature: Sun Printing
DESCRIPTION:With natural materials and drawings\, use the sun to make a one-of-a-kind print. Supplies provided. Drop in. Grove 1.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/art-in-nature-sun-printing/
LOCATION:National Grove-South\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Nature Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T103000
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SUMMARY:Stories in the Forest
DESCRIPTION:Join the River Forest Public Library for storytelling! Ages 0-5 w/ adult. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/stories-in-the-forest/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Nature Play,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T103000
DTSTAMP:20260513T145931Z
CREATED:20260513T145931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T145931Z
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SUMMARY:High Summer Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Families\, join us for a guided walk to experience the beauty of summer.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/high-summer-nature-walk-3/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,Wellness in the Woods
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