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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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DTSTAMP:20260513T145931Z
CREATED: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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T150000
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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-9/2026-07-25/
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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SUMMARY:Indigenous Games & Activities
DESCRIPTION:Join the American Indian Center of Chicago for traditional Indigenous games and activities. Grove 13.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/indigenous-games-activities-2/
LOCATION:Schiller Woods-East
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture,Nature Play,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260724T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T145537Z
CREATED:20260513T145537Z
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SUMMARY:Fishing for Community / Pescando Conexiones (Drop-In)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of fishing on Trailside’s pond. This event offers a unique opportunity to learn fishing basics from our experts\, build connections with others and enjoy the beauty of nature together in a welcoming atmosphere. All instructions and equipment provided. Bilingual program. Drop in. \n– \nAcompáñenos para una mañana de pesca en el estanque de Trailside. Este evento bilingüe ofrece una oportunidad única para aprender los conceptos básicos de la pesca con nuestros expertos\, establecer conexiones con otros y disfrutar juntos de la belleza de la naturaleza en un ambiente acogedor. ¡Se proporcionan todas las instrucciones y el equipo! Para todas las edades\, no se necesita inscripción. \nViernes\, 24 de julio • 10 am-Mediodía
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fishing-for-community-pescando-conexiones-drop-in-2/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Fishing,Nature Play,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T220000
DTSTAMP:20260710T210441Z
CREATED:20260513T145814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T210441Z
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SUMMARY:National Moth Week: Evening Mothing!
DESCRIPTION:Learn about this elusive night-time pollinator and visit our “moth traps.” Ages 8 & up w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/national-moth-week-evening-mothing/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T100000
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DTSTAMP: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/2026-07-23/
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:20260719T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T205358Z
CREATED:20260512T205358Z
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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-35/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T133000
DTSTAMP:20260513T145212Z
CREATED:20260513T145041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T145212Z
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SUMMARY:Teen GPS Mystery Adventure
DESCRIPTION:A murder most “fowl”! Solve the case and discover who did in the bird! Ages 10 & up w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/teen-gps-mystery-adventure/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Central Cook County,Nature Play,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T184801Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Wellness Walk
DESCRIPTION:Reconnect with nature. Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led during a leisurely walk.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-wellness-walk-12/
LOCATION:Sunset Bridge Meadow
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Hiking & Walking,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193042Z
CREATED:20260512T184605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T193042Z
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SUMMARY:Kayak the Des Plaines
DESCRIPTION:Kayak 9 miles from Irving Park Road to Schuth’s Grove. Equipment and shuttle provided. Experience recommended.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/kayak-the-des-plaines-4/
LOCATION:Irving Park Road Canoe Landing
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Fitness,Paddling,Wellness in the Woods
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T181512Z
CREATED:20260512T181512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T181512Z
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SUMMARY:Insect Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this all-things-insect event! Go on a bug hunt\, experience an insect petting zoo and more!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/insect-fest-2/
LOCATION:Cummings Square\, 536 N. Harlem Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Music,Nature Play,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T120000
DTSTAMP:20260716T141557Z
CREATED:20260512T203401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T141557Z
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SUMMARY:Thursdays in Nature: Pond Dip Discovery!
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-pond-dip-discovery/
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:20260716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T103000
DTSTAMP:20260716T141237Z
CREATED:20260716T141232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T141237Z
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SUMMARY:Stories in the Forest
DESCRIPTION:Due to heat and air quality advisories\, this event has been moved indoors. \nJoin the River Forest Public Library for storytelling! Ages 0-5 w/ adult. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/stories-in-the-forest-2/
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:20260715T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T100000
DTSTAMP:20260702T213358Z
CREATED:20260702T213358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T213358Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Art Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Join us in sketching whatever intrigues us in nature that day. All art levels are welcome. The experience is self-guided and no instruction will be provided\, however friendly sharing is fine! Please bring your own supplies\, a picnic chair and something to put on your lap to support your work. Held at picnic area of Thatcher Pavilion.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-art-meetup/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T090000
DTSTAMP:20260612T214931Z
CREATED:20260512T203104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T214931Z
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SUMMARY:Fishing Bass-ics
DESCRIPTION:Get hooked on the basics of fishing as we tackle new topics and activities each class. Today we’ll review June’s lesson\, dive deeper into fish ecology\, create gyotaku fish‑print art and then see what we can catch in the pond.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fishing-bass-ics-2/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T090000
DTSTAMP:20260512T202227Z
CREATED:20251114T120749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T202227Z
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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/2026-07-15/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Senior,Wellness in the Woods
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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-5/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T080000
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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-5/
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:20260711T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T103000
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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/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Hiking & Walking,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T120000
DTSTAMP:20260515T204541Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Painting Step-By-Step: Indigo Bunting
DESCRIPTION:Sketch and paint a bird on a 9×12 canvas. Cost: $5/person. All skill levels welcomed. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-painting-step-by-step-indigo-bunting/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Birding,Central Cook County,Education,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T103000
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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/2026-07-09/
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:20260708T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T093000
DTSTAMP:20260519T165400Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Storytime
DESCRIPTION:As part of America 250\, listen to a children’s book read aloud\, followed by an activity. An ASL interpreter will be present.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/childrens-storytime-10/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,History & Culture,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T103000
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SUMMARY:Red\, White & Blue Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:As part of America 250\, join a naturalist for a guided hike on our trails and look for our nation’s flag colors in nature.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/red-white-blue-nature-walk-2/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T103000
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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/2026-07-02/
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:20260701T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T090000
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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/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Senior,Wellness in the Woods
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