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SUMMARY:Indigenous Scary Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy listening to traditional and contemporary supernatural stories shared by the American Indian Center.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/indigenous-scary-storytelling/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture,Storytelling,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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SUMMARY:Walk & Talk: History of Poplar Creek
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.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/walk-talk/
LOCATION:Carl R. Hansen Woods
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Northwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/thatcher-woods-group-walk-01-oct25.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Northwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261012T100000
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CREATED:20260810T201756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T214736Z
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SUMMARY:Entre Mundos: Una Celebración del Día de Muertos
DESCRIPTION:Conmemora el Día de Muertos con danzantes aztecas\, explorando el significado de los altares\, las tradiciones espirituales y la profunda importancia de honrar a los seres queridos. \n \nEnglish Translation \nBetween Worlds: A Día de Muertos Celebration \nCommemorate Día de Muertos with Aztec dancers\, exploring altar meanings\, spiritual traditions and the deep significance of honoring loved ones.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/entre-mundos-una-celebracion-del-dia-de-muertos/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,History & Culture,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261011T133000
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DTSTAMP:20260813T220446Z
CREATED:20260813T220446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T220446Z
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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. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/weaving-with-weeds-cattail-mat-2/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261011T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261011T103000
DTSTAMP:20260914T195224Z
CREATED:20260814T151023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T195224Z
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SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by making decorative sugar skulls. Vibrantly colored sugar skulls represent the circle of life and are ornamental gifts for friends and family around the Day of the Dead holiday. Bring the whole family to enjoy this free cultural celebration in the beautiful surroundings of the Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hispanic-heritage-celebration/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,Nature Play,Southwest Cook County
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center 9800 Willow Springs Rd Willow Springs IL 60480 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=9800 Willow Springs Rd:geo:-87.87715272,41.70896743
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T130000
DTSTAMP:20260820T212139Z
CREATED:20260814T155525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T212139Z
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SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of the Chicago River for bilingual bird paddling and storytelling on the water.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hispanic-heritage-paddle-2/
LOCATION:Powderhorn Lake\, IL
CATEGORIES:Birding,History & Culture,Paddling,South Cook County,Storytelling
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/teen-exploration-day-powderhorn-lake-group-aug15.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.64273776;-87.53461528
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T093000
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CREATED:20260814T144458Z
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SUMMARY:Underground Railroad Tour
DESCRIPTION:Tour includes info about the historical significance of this corridor. Arrive at I&M Canal for a discussion of the site and then shuttle to Lyonsville Cemetery for another discussion where you’ll learn about the role the church played in assisting Freedom Seekers. Shuttle included.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/underground-railroad-tour/
LOCATION:John Husar I&M Canal Bicycle Trail Parking Lot
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/juneteenth-jubilee-sand-ridge-group-children-walk-01-jun25.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261009T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261009T191500
DTSTAMP:20260807T191446Z
CREATED:20260807T191446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T191446Z
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SUMMARY:Rust at Dusk
DESCRIPTION:Explore an old farm trail surrounded by tallgrass prairie and relics of the past. Ages 12 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/rust-at-dusk/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Northwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261011
DTSTAMP:20260814T201257Z
CREATED:20260807T183556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T201257Z
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SUMMARY:Trickster DaWaag (Fall) Camp
DESCRIPTION:Two-day camp for all ages featuring cultural teachings\, storytelling\, games\, artmaking and more! Sponsored by Trickster Cultural Center’s Communities for Positive Youth Development. Free registration automatically signs you up for both Friday night (4 pm to 7 pm) and Saturday (12 pm to 3 pm).
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/trickster-dawaag-fall-camp/
LOCATION:Rolling Knolls\, 11N260 Rohrssen Rd\, Elgin\, IL\, 60120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camping,Education,History & Culture,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261005T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261005T153000
DTSTAMP:20260807T191031Z
CREATED:20260807T191031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T191031Z
UID:10013519-1791207000-1791214200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Month Nature Art Studio
DESCRIPTION:Create art inspired by renowned Hispanic artists. All ages. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hispanic-heritage-month-nature-art-studio/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,History & Culture,Northwest Cook County
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Celebracion-de-raices_Sep-13.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261004T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261004T133000
DTSTAMP:20260814T200029Z
CREATED:20260812T194243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T200029Z
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SUMMARY:Sugar Shack Time Machine
DESCRIPTION:Travel through time as we open our sugar shack and learn about the history of maple syrup.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sugar-shack-time-machine/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,Maple Syrup,North Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261004T130000
DTSTAMP:20260922T155107Z
CREATED:20260814T152722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T155107Z
UID:10013836-1791108000-1791118800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Red Gate Woods: The Dawning of the Atomic Age
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the world’s first nuclear reactor from scientist\, Dave Dolak. Presentation at Sagawau before strenuous hike at Red Gate Woods. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/red-gate-woods-the-dawning-of-the-atomic-age-2/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Fall-Colors_Palos-Park-Woods.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T170000
DTSTAMP:20260925T222127Z
CREATED:20260812T201859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T222127Z
UID:10013704-1791025200-1791046800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:73rd Annual Powwow
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Native American culture and enjoy traditional Powwow\, food and more. Presented with American Indian Center of Chicago. Grove 9
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/73rd-annual-powwow/
LOCATION:Schiller Woods-East
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture,Music,Nature Play,Senior,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/powwow-aic-busse-woods-sep12.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.9524262;-87.8421955
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T110000
DTSTAMP:20260807T190529Z
CREATED:20260807T190529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T190529Z
UID:10013517-1791025200-1791025200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:World Animal Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Filipino American History Month with this year’s theme: See the World Through Their Eyes during this English/Tagalog bilingual program.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/world-animal-day/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,History & Culture,Northwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T100000
DTSTAMP:20260824T211257Z
CREATED:20260803T191300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T211257Z
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SUMMARY:Walk & Talk: Skokie Lagoons
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.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/walk-talk-skokie-lagoons/
LOCATION:Forest Way Grove
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/thatcher-woods-group-walk-01-oct25.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T190000
DTSTAMP:20260812T201619Z
CREATED:20260812T201619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T201619Z
UID:10013703-1790787600-1790794800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:All About Canines
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the diverse family of canines—from wolves to domestic dogs—and their impact through interactive exhibits and activities.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/all-about-canines/
LOCATION:Miller Meadow-South\, IL
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/dog-leash-spring13.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.8579386;-87.82967838
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T130000
DTSTAMP:20260811T184949Z
CREATED:20260811T184710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T184949Z
UID:10013600-1790514000-1790514000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Music in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Migration is adaptive\, exploratory\, brave\, exhilarating\, ancestral. Missing Piece\, a Chicago-based violin/cello duo\, expresses the beauty and the challenge of migration in this particular time and place through sound and music. Enjoy a performance of multiple short works of composers and poets who themselves have personal experience with migration across states\, nations\, and generations to express the thoughts\, feelings\, and sounds on the subject: Luis Fernando Amaya (Mexico/Norway)\, Ilana Waniuk (Canada/US)\, Myra Hinrichs (US)\, Shi-An Costello (US)\, Anton Riehl (US)\, Clara Takarabe (US)\, Kyle Churney (US)\, Akari Komura (Japan/US)\, Kenji (Costa Rica/Japan/US). Following the performance\, there will be a guided nature walk.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/music-in-nature/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Music,Southwest Cook County
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/sagawau-environmental-learning-center-trail-christine-karge-dewey-sep17.jpg
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T140000
DTSTAMP:20260901T220915Z
CREATED:20260728T145642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T220915Z
UID:10013369-1790503200-1790517600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Party for the Preserves: Canoeing
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Public Lands Day. Paddle in 10-person canoes with Wilderness Inquiry. All equipment provided. Enjoy fun family activities. \n\n10 am–2 pm: Paddling & family activities
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/party-for-the-preserves-canoeing-2/
LOCATION:Powderhorn Lake\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,Paddling,Senior,South Cook County,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/fall-party-for-the-preserves-powderhorn-npld-website-1400x8008-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.64273776;-87.53461528
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T100000
DTSTAMP:20260810T214305Z
CREATED:20260810T201650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T214305Z
UID:10013550-1790503200-1790503200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Ritmos Sagrados: Danza y Herencia Azteca
DESCRIPTION:Un evento cultural sobre la danza tradicional azteca\, destacando instrumentos sagrados\, ritmos ancestrales\, expresión espiritual y la rica herencia indígena mexicana. \n \nEnglish Translation \nSacred Rhythms: Aztec Dance & Heritage \nAn engaging cultural event on Aztec traditional dance\, highlighting sacred instruments\, ancestral rhythms\, spiritual expression and rich Indigenous Mexican heritage.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/ritmos-sagrados-danza-y-herencia-azteca/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,History & Culture,Music
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/trailside-museum-mar06.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T210000
DTSTAMP:20260901T221006Z
CREATED:20260728T145937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T221006Z
UID:10013370-1790445600-1790456400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Party for the Preserves: Acoustics Under the Stars
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the connection between public lands and folk music with performances\, a guided walk and hot dog roast. Bring your own instruments and join in around the campfire\, plus a chair or blanket to settle in for a night under the stars. \n\n6:30pm: Jam Session
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/party-for-the-preserves-acoustics-under-the-stars/
LOCATION:Camp Shabbona Woods\, 15810 S Torrence Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Astronomy,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Music,Nature Play,Senior,South Cook County,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/fall-party-for-the-preserves-shabbona-npld-website-1400x8006-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.60537779;-87.56303721
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Camp Shabbona Woods 15810 S Torrence Ave South Holland IL 60473 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=15810 S Torrence Ave:geo:-87.56303721,41.60537779
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T210000
DTSTAMP:20260901T220835Z
CREATED:20260728T143702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T220835Z
UID:10013365-1790424000-1790456400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Party for the Preserves
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Public Lands Day with a day of activities. Paddle in 10-person canoes with Wilderness Inquiry. Funkadesi brings joyful tunes blending music from around the world. View the night sky with telescopes and walks. \n\nNoon–3 pm: 4H Kick off\, Family activities\nNoon–6 pm: Paddling\n5:30 pm: Funkadesi live performance\n7:30–9 pm: Night walks & telescope viewing
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/party-for-the-preserves/
LOCATION:Camp Bullfrog Lake\, 9600 Wolf Road\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Astronomy,Education,Gardening,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Music,Nature Play,Paddling,Senior,Southwest Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
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GEO:41.70912192;-87.90319151
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Camp Bullfrog Lake 9600 Wolf Road Willow Springs IL 60480 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=9600 Wolf Road:geo:-87.90319151,41.70912192
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260914T193835Z
CREATED:20260812T192243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T193835Z
UID:10013678-1790420400-1790442000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Every Child Matters Powwow
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Native American culture. Enjoy traditional Powwow\, native food\, and listen to stories. Register: call 773-883-9100. Grove 1.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/every-child-matters-powwow/
LOCATION:Bunker Hill\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,North Cook County,Senior,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:42.00551288;-87.78764266
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T140000
DTSTAMP:20260901T220734Z
CREATED:20260728T144859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T220734Z
UID:10013368-1790420400-1790431200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Salsa Dance: Party for the Preserves
DESCRIPTION:Dance into National Public Lands Day and Hispanic Heritage Month with an afternoon of live music\, salsa dancing and festive outdoor fun. Bring your family and friends to celebrate culture\, community and nature at this free bilingual event.   \n\n11:30 am–12:30 pm: DJ & Salsa dance lessons\n12:45–2 pm: Latin Swing Factor live & dancing
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/salsa-dance-party-for-the-preserves-2/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Music,Nature Play,Senior,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/fall-party-for-the-preserves-salsa-npld-website-1400x8002-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.89585788;-87.83089023
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Thatcher Woods Pavilion Chicago Ave west of Thatcher Ave River Forest IL 60305 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave:geo:-87.83089023,41.89585788
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T150000
DTSTAMP:20260814T181035Z
CREATED:20260728T144126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T181035Z
UID:10013366-1790418600-1790434800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Party for the Preserves
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the places that bring us together with a day of outdoor fun for all ages. Enjoy a bilingual prairie walk\, family activities\, hands-on seed collecting and opportunities to care for the Forest Preserves while exploring one of Cook County’s most beautiful natural areas. All ages. \n\n10:30 am: Spanish/English bilingual Prairie Walk event begins\n11 am–3 pm: Family-friendly activities\n1:30 pm: Seed collecting
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/party-for-the-preserves-2/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Gardening,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Senior,Sustainability,Volunteer,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/fall-party-for-the-preserves-crabtree-npld-website-1400x80012-1.jpg
GEO:42.11563369;-88.16357511
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road Barrington Hills IL 60010;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Stover Road:geo:-88.16357511,42.11563369
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T143000
DTSTAMP:20260814T181024Z
CREATED:20260728T144447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T181024Z
UID:10013367-1790418600-1790433000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Party for the Preserves
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Public Lands Day at our annual Party for the Preserves. Arrive in the morning and make a toy boat with natural materials and join a ‘regatta’ down the river. Stay until the afternoon to make a “seed bomb” to launch wildflowers into your own yard. All ages. \nZombie Hunting!  \nBecome a citizen scientist and learn about the spooky zombie insects of Illinois! Neuroparasitologist Dr. William C. Beckerson of Lake Forest College leads a local expedition to search for “zombie beetles” at River Trail Nature Center. As part of the team\, you can help document and collect zombie insects for real genetics research!  \nMore information can be found here: https://www.zombeetles.com/citizen-science  \nAudience: ages 8 to Adult  \n\n10:30 am–11:30 am: Stick Boat Regatta\n11:30 am–1:30 pm: Zombie Hunting! with Dr. William C. Beckerson\n1–2 pm: Make a Seed Bomb
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/party-for-the-preserves-3/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Gardening,History & Culture,Nature Play,North Cook County,Senior,Sustainability,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/fall-party-for-the-preserves-river-trail-npld-website-1400x80010-1.jpg
GEO:42.09501105;-87.88484528
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave Northbrook IL 60062 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3120 Milwaukee Ave:geo:-87.88484528,42.09501105
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T210000
DTSTAMP:20260825T143905Z
CREATED:20260807T190316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T143905Z
UID:10013516-1790361000-1790370000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Moon Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season under the glow of the full moon with guided forest‑therapy walks\, moon‑viewing and sharing of traditional mooncakes during this Asian cultural festival. \nWalks will be guided by a certified Forest Therapy Guide\, Navraaz Batsati\, who is also a Yogi and certified in Horticultural Therapy. Navraaz provides high-quality wellness and therapeutic opportunities and instruction.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/moon-festival/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Northwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/palos-preserves-full-moon-mar25.jpg
GEO:42.11563369;-88.16357511
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road Barrington Hills IL 60010;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Stover Road:geo:-88.16357511,42.11563369
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T120000
DTSTAMP:20260810T181842Z
CREATED:20260810T181842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T181842Z
UID:10013544-1790071200-1790078400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Native American Fall Equinox
DESCRIPTION:A green corn celebration focused on traditional foods and the harvest season. Presented with the American Indian Center of Chicago.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/native-american-fall-equinox-2/
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/thatcher-woods-pavilion-building-sep18.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.89585788;-87.83089023
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Thatcher Woods Pavilion Chicago Ave west of Thatcher Ave River Forest IL 60305 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave:geo:-87.83089023,41.89585788
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T100000
DTSTAMP:20260908T214833Z
CREATED:20260908T214140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T214833Z
UID:10013874-1789898400-1789898400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Sukkah Building
DESCRIPTION:Join community members to decorate a miniature sukkah from natural materials. All ages are welcome!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sukkah-building/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/trailside-museum-mar06.jpg
GEO:41.89324535;-87.82630546
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Trailside Museum of Natural History 738 Thatcher Avenue River Forest IL 60305 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=738 Thatcher Avenue:geo:-87.82630546,41.89324535
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T130000
DTSTAMP:20260814T192346Z
CREATED:20260811T184332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T192346Z
UID:10013599-1789822800-1789822800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Monarchs
DESCRIPTION:Learn how monarchs make their journey to Mexico during a presentation\, followed by a hike.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/monarchs/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/migrating-monarchs-thatcher-wood-animal-butterfly-01-sep25.jpg
GEO:41.68926677;-87.92571427
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sagawau Environmental Learning Center 12545 W 111th St Lemont IL 60439 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=12545 W 111th St:geo:-87.92571427,41.68926677
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T140000
DTSTAMP:20260904T142812Z
CREATED:20260810T180821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T142812Z
UID:10013538-1789819200-1789826400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate diverse\, vibrant Hispanic cultures with dance performances\, arts and nature education\, and local food! Center of Peruvian Arts performance at 12 pm\, Xochitl-Quetzal Aztec Dance Performance at 1 pm.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hispanic-heritage-month-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,Music,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Celebracion-de-raices_Sep-13.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.998562036604;-87.785286183849
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Caldwell Woods Wellness Center 6350 West Devon Avenue Chicago IL 60646 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6350 West Devon Avenue:geo:-87.785286183849,41.998562036604
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