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SUMMARY:Nature Navigators
DESCRIPTION:A fun day packed with interactive outdoor learning experiences led by refugee youth leaders. Presented with REACH. More info\, email swills@reachinchicago.org. Grove 4.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-navigators/
LOCATION:Bunker Hill\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,North Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T103000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T123742Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Afro-Brazilian Music
DESCRIPTION:Learn basic rhythms on percussive instruments as well as songs in Portuguese while in a call-and-respond setting. All instruments provided for Capoeira music\, samba and maculelê during this workshop. Presented by Beto de Freitas.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/intro-to-afro-brazilian-music-2/
LOCATION:Camp Shabbona Woods\, 15810 S Torrence Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,Music,South Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T100000
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SUMMARY:Together for Trees
DESCRIPTION:Join a volunteer activity\, take a guided walk or learn about careers in tree care and conservation! \nSchedule of Activities: \n\n10 am: Volunteer with Tree TLC – help mulch trees in the picnic grove\n10:15 am: Tree Walk – learn about different kinds of trees and how to tell them apart\n11 am: Pruning Demonstration – watch and listen as we share tips for proper pruning\n12 pm: Volunteer with Ecological Stewardship – help protect young oaks with fencing\n\nOngoing 10 am to 1 pm: \n\nMeet a Champion Tree – one of the largest of its kind in the Forest Preserves!\nInfo Fair – chat with local partners about jobs in tree care & conservation\, volunteering\, and exploring nature.\nFree Tree Saplings – take home a free tree from the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District! (while supplies last)\n\nPresented with: \n\nFriends of the Chicago River\nFriends of the Forest Preserves\nImani Village\nOpenlands\nChicago Region Trees Initiative\nMajor Taylor Trail Keepers
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/together-for-trees/
LOCATION:Whistler Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Fall Color,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Oaktober,South Cook County,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Volunteer Resources":MAILTO:Volunteer.FPD@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T183000
DTSTAMP:20250814T155501Z
CREATED:20250814T155501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T155501Z
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SUMMARY:Creepy Cryptid Stories
DESCRIPTION:Join us for stories and discussion about mysterious creatures from the Chicago region and beyond.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/creepy-cryptid-stories/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:History & Culture,North Cook County,Storytelling
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T100000
DTSTAMP:20251115T232633Z
CREATED:20250813T210731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T232633Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Festival of Lights
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the celebration of Diwali in India and enjoy some of the holiday’s activities.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/childrens-festival-of-lights-2/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T100000
DTSTAMP:20251115T232633Z
CREATED:20250813T210648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T232633Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Festival of Lights
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the celebration of Diwali in India and enjoy some of the holiday’s activities.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/childrens-festival-of-lights/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T110000
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SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Friends of the Chicago River and Audubon Great Lakes through bi-lingual bird paddling\, storytelling\, and connecting with nature and culture on the water.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hispanic-heritage-paddle/
LOCATION:Powderhorn Lake\, IL
CATEGORIES:History & Culture,Paddling,South Cook County,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T203000
DTSTAMP:20250815T123655Z
CREATED:20250815T123655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T123655Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Afro-Brazilian Music
DESCRIPTION:Learn basic rhythms on percussive instruments as well as songs in Portuguese while in a call-and-respond setting. All instruments provided for Capoeira music\, samba and maculelê during this workshop. Presented by Beto de Freitas.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/intro-to-afro-brazilian-music/
LOCATION:Camp Shabbona Woods\, 15810 S Torrence Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,Music,South Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T133000
DTSTAMP:20250815T023106Z
CREATED:20250815T023029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T023106Z
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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:20251008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T100000
DTSTAMP:20250915T211709Z
CREATED:20250915T211709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T211709Z
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SUMMARY:Wee Wandering Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Read a story\, make a craft and go on an adventure. Ages 2 to 6 with an adult. Tickets are available on a first-come\, first-served basis.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wandering-wednesdays-6/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,History & Culture,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251014
DTSTAMP:20250815T133859Z
CREATED:20250813T155526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T133859Z
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SUMMARY:Indigenous Environmentalists Walk
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Indigenous Peoples’ Day\, enjoy a self-guided walk learning about indigenous naturalists and stewards.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/indigenous-environmentalists-walk-3/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Northwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T140000
DTSTAMP:20250815T122955Z
CREATED:20250815T122955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T122955Z
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SUMMARY:Sawubona Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Develop a deeper connection between self\, community and the environment. Presented by the Mbwakawen Harambee Collective.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sawubona-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,South Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.60593301;-87.56574946
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T130000
DTSTAMP:20250815T104220Z
CREATED:20250815T104220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T104220Z
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SUMMARY:Red Gate Woods: The Dawning of the Atomic Age
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the world’s first nuclear reactor. Presentation at Sagawau\, followed by a moderate hike at Red Gate. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/red-gate-woods-the-dawning-of-the-atomic-age/
LOCATION:Red Gate Woods
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T170000
DTSTAMP:20250813T154156Z
CREATED:20250813T154156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T154156Z
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SUMMARY:Migración hacia el sur / Southbound Migration
DESCRIPTION:Explore an interactive bilingual installation about the Central and South American destinations of our migratory birds.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/migracion-hacia-el-sur-southbound-migration-2/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,History & Culture,Northwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T130000
DTSTAMP:20250815T104034Z
CREATED:20250815T104034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T104034Z
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SUMMARY:Oak Ecology Hike
DESCRIPTION:Hike under ancient oaks to learn about their natural history and why they are keystone species. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/oak-ecology-hike/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Oaktober,Southwest Cook County
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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
GEO:41.9524262;-87.8421955
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T120000
DTSTAMP:20250815T041344Z
CREATED:20250815T041253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T041344Z
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SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate this special month by making unique skulls\, flowers and banners in preparation for Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos). All materials provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hispanic-heritage-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T170000
DTSTAMP:20250813T154049Z
CREATED:20250813T154049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T154049Z
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SUMMARY:Migración hacia el sur / Southbound Migration
DESCRIPTION:Explore an interactive bilingual installation about the Central and South American destinations of our migratory birds.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/migracion-hacia-el-sur-southbound-migration/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,History & Culture,Northwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T170000
DTSTAMP:20251115T232632Z
CREATED:20250815T131855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T232632Z
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SUMMARY:Every Child Matters Powwow (Party for the Preserves)
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate Native American culture while recognizing the theme ‘Every Child Matters.’ Enjoy traditional Powwow\, Native food\, and listen to stories of culture from the area. Attendees are encouraged to wear orange and bring lawn chairs. For group registration or information\, call 773-883-9100.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/every-child-matters-powwow-party-for-the-preserves/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,North Cook County,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.99856204;-87.78528618
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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
GEO:41.89585788;-87.83089023
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T190000
DTSTAMP:20250829T153001Z
CREATED:20250814T150846Z
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SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the vibrant Hispanic culture of Chicagoland!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hispanic-heritage-month-celebration/
LOCATION:Irene Hernandez Family Picnic Area\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,Music,Nature Play,North Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T201500
DTSTAMP:20250815T135036Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T135036Z
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SUMMARY:A Dark Sky & Folktale Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Listen to a folktale by the LaGrange Park Library during a hike through the largest Urban Night Sky Place. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/a-dark-sky-folktale-adventure/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T100000
DTSTAMP:20250815T133604Z
CREATED:20250814T194909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T133604Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T130000
DTSTAMP:20250815T133428Z
CREATED:20250815T103341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T133428Z
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SUMMARY:Hasta luego\, Aves!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation about the bird migration journey from the Chicago region to Mexico.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hasta-luego-aves/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T190000
DTSTAMP:20250724T175205Z
CREATED:20250724T175205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T175205Z
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SUMMARY:History of the Lagoons Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Explore the uniqueness of Skokie Lagoons by way of water. Equipment provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/history-of-the-lagoons-paddle-5/
LOCATION:Tower Road
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,North Cook County,Paddling,Storytelling
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:42.11578;-87.772549
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250921
DTSTAMP:20250815T140151Z
CREATED:20250811T181347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T140151Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Nature Camp
DESCRIPTION:From 12 pm to 3 pm\, learn the significance of harvest season in Native American culture while participating in various activities. Presented by Trickster Cultural Center.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-nature-camp-2/
LOCATION:Rolling Knolls\, 11N260 Rohrssen Rd\, Elgin\, IL\, 60120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,Northwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T133000
DTSTAMP:20250829T152008Z
CREATED:20250814T180011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T152008Z
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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. Register by 9/12.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sugar-shack-time-machine-2/
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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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:20250913T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T150000
DTSTAMP:20250829T152948Z
CREATED:20250815T122025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T152948Z
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SUMMARY:Celebración de raíces/Celebration of Roots
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the region’s rich migration history during National Hispanic Heritage Month with music\, games\, food and more.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/celebracion-de-raices-celebration-of-roots/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,Music,Nature Play,South Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T163000
DTSTAMP:20250815T040902Z
CREATED:20250815T040730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T040902Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Sketching & Photography Meetup (Drop-in)
DESCRIPTION:Inviting all sketchers and photographers to meet at the nature center to use our beautiful landscape to create and share images.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-sketching-photography-meetup-drop-in/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,History & Culture,Photography,Southwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T160000
DTSTAMP:20250829T152509Z
CREATED:20250815T121811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T152509Z
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SUMMARY:Sacred Clay Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the tradition of face jugs and create your own to take home. Presented by the Mbwakawen Harambee Collective.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sacred-clay-workshop/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,South Cook County,Storytelling
ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
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