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SUMMARY:Underground Railroad Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Juneteenth with a 1.5-mile walking tour highlighting notable sites connected to Freedom Seekers. Led by the Midwest Underground Railroad Network. Meet at Thatcher Glen Pond.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/underground-railroad-walking-tour/
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:20260610T093000
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DTSTAMP:20260512T181730Z
CREATED:20260512T181730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T181730Z
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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-11/
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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DTSTAMP:20260531T162521Z
CREATED:20260512T202706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T162521Z
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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-4/
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:20260607T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260607T130000
DTSTAMP:20260513T143527Z
CREATED:20260513T143527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T143527Z
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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-4/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Hiking & Walking,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T103000
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/2026-06-06/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Hiking & Walking,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T183000
DTSTAMP:20260512T182008Z
CREATED:20260512T181924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T182008Z
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SUMMARY:Community Book Swap
DESCRIPTION:Bring in your gently used books and leave with some new-to-you books! Books can be any genre and reading level.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/community-book-swap-3/
LOCATION:Twenty-Sixth Street Woods-West
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Storytelling
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T143319Z
CREATED:20260513T143319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T143319Z
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SUMMARY:Senior Nature Collaging
DESCRIPTION:Join local artist Phyllis Frick in making collages of plants\, animals and landscapes. Ages 55 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/senior-nature-collaging-3/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Senior
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T090000
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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/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Senior,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260521T195126Z
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SUMMARY:Pride in the Preserves: Flags & Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:This “raised flags” exhibit highlights the contributions of LGBTQ2S+ conservation leaders whose work has shaped and inspired the conservation movement.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/pride-in-the-preserves-flags-exhibit/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T213805Z
CREATED:20260214T082856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T213805Z
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SUMMARY:Pride in the Preserves: Flag Raising & Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a celebratory flag-raising\, honoring the start of a month dedicated to inclusion\, visibility\, and community. The raised flags connect to a special exhibit highlighting the contributions of LGBTQ+ conservation leaders whose work has shaped and inspired the conservation movement.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/pride-in-the-preserves-flag-raising-celebration/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T103000
DTSTAMP:20260214T082536Z
CREATED:20260214T082536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T082536Z
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SUMMARY:Trailside through Time
DESCRIPTION:Walk our scenic trails and discuss how Trailside Museum has changed since the 1870s. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/trailside-through-time/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T203000
DTSTAMP:20260512T212837Z
CREATED:20260214T071341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T212837Z
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SUMMARY:Cheers to Nature
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a relaxing evening with a lecture about current topics in the environmental field. BYOB. Ages 21 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/cheers-to-nature-2/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education
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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:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T100000
DTSTAMP:20260515T210556Z
CREATED:20260214T082300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T210556Z
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SUMMARY:Flippin’ Logs\, Lookin’ for Frogs (& Bugs!)
DESCRIPTION:Discover who lives under logs in the woods. Worms and bugs abound! Family program.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/flippin-logs-lookin-for-frogs-bugs/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T163000
DTSTAMP:20260213T150503Z
CREATED:20260213T150440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T150503Z
UID:10012465-1779373800-1779381000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Thursdays in Nature: Birds
DESCRIPTION:Connect to nature through fun-themed activities and crafts for adults and kids. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/thursdays-in-nature-birds/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Birding,Central Cook County,Education,Nature Play,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T130000
DTSTAMP:20260214T074625Z
CREATED:20260214T074420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T074625Z
UID:10012616-1779271200-1779282000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Nature Play Day
DESCRIPTION:Bring your little ones for open nature play. Enjoy the play space while helping your children connect with nature. Grove 7.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-play-day-10/
LOCATION:Bemis Woods-South\, IL
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,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:20260520T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T090000
DTSTAMP:20260512T202227Z
CREATED:20251114T120749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T202227Z
UID:10012452-1779267600-1779267600@fpdcc.com
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/2026-05-20/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Senior,Wellness in the Woods
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T130000
DTSTAMP:20260213T044825Z
CREATED:20260213T044825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T044825Z
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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-3/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Hiking & Walking,Wellness in the Woods
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T205055Z
CREATED:20260213T145646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T205055Z
UID:10012460-1779008400-1779019200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Help us restore habitat and control invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up; ages 12-17 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-workday-30/
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:20260516T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T205743Z
CREATED:20251114T122414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T205743Z
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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-9/2026-05-16/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260214T074139Z
CREATED:20260214T074139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T074139Z
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SUMMARY:Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Help restore natural habitats. Supplies & refreshments provided. Ages 13 & up; ages 13-14 w/adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-workday-31/
LOCATION:Evans Field
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Volunteer,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:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260214T073848Z
CREATED:20260214T073848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T073848Z
UID:10012614-1778925600-1778932800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Asia-Pacific Animal Connections
DESCRIPTION:Visit our interpretive table to learn about the surprising similarities between wildlife in Asia\, the Pacific and Chicagoland. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/asia-pacific-animal-connections/
LOCATION:Evans Field
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T180000
DTSTAMP:20260317T214315Z
CREATED:20260214T073325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T214315Z
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SUMMARY:Open Pond Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Kayaks are available on a first come\, first served basis. Instruction & equipment provided. Ages 5 & up w/ adult. Hosted at Thatcher Glen Pond. Last launch at 5:30 pm.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/open-pond-paddle/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Paddling,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/schuths-grove-canoe-kayak-Oct22.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T093000
DTSTAMP:20260217T181809Z
CREATED:20260213T040803Z
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SUMMARY:Children’s Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Listen to a nature-themed children’s book read aloud\, followed by an activity. Indoor program.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/childrens-storytime-9/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260510T103000
DTSTAMP:20260214T082000Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T082000Z
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SUMMARY:Mother’s Day Spring Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual walk and take in the sights\, sounds and scents of spring. Family program.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/mothers-day-spring-nature-walk-2/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T113000
DTSTAMP:20260217T180722Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T180722Z
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SUMMARY:All About Birds
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with bird walks\, information on birding and other bird-related activities. Binoculars available for loan.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/all-about-birds-3/
LOCATION:Twenty-Sixth Street Woods-West
CATEGORIES:Birding,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T110000
DTSTAMP:20260214T081743Z
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SUMMARY:World Migratory Bird Day: The Big Sit
DESCRIPTION:Identify and count wild birds in a relaxing way. Learn how to use eBird or iNaturalist to record sightings. Binoculars available for loan. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/world-migratory-bird-day-the-big-sit-2/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Central Cook County,Education,Senior
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T110000
DTSTAMP:20260320T210343Z
CREATED:20260214T071113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T210343Z
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SUMMARY:Conservation @ Home: Native Plant Gardening 101
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to grow and maintain your native plant garden. Native plants and seeds will be available.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/conservationhome-native-plant-gardening-101/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Conservation@Home,Education,Gardening,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T090000
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/2026-05-06/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Senior,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260515T211948Z
CREATED:20260213T040225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T211948Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Festival
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy interactive programs\, kids’ tree climb\, guided wildflower walks\, kid’s nature crafts\, gardening info and much more!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/spring-festival-3/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Gardening,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T103000
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/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Hiking & Walking,Wellness in the Woods
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