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SUMMARY:National Native American Heritage Month History Walk
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll and learn the origin of the name Sauk Woods. 3.4 miles.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/national-native-american-heritage-month-history-walk/
LOCATION:Sauk Trail Woods-Central\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,South Cook County,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T093000
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SUMMARY:Baby Buds
DESCRIPTION:Join us for nature-themed interactive songs and stories. 0-23 months\, siblings welcome. Tickets are first come\, first served.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/baby-buds-5/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,Music,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T100000
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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-4/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T130000
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SUMMARY:Autumn Antlers: The Science of the Rut
DESCRIPTION:Learn the biology and behavior of one of Illinois’ most iconic mammals: the white-tailed deer. Discover how the fall breeding season\, known as the rut\, transforms the quiet woods into a stage for dramatic displays of dominance\, courtship\, and survival. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/autumn-antlers-the-science-of-the-rut/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T110000
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CREATED:20250815T101949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T101949Z
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SUMMARY:Autumn Stories in Chinese
DESCRIPTION:The Naperville Chinese Storytellers share stories. Ages 3 & up w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/autumn-stories-in-chinese/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T113000
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CREATED:20250815T101742Z
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SUMMARY:Fire for the Forest
DESCRIPTION:Explore how prescribed burns benefit the environment during a 1-mile hike.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fire-for-the-forest-3/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T130000
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SUMMARY:Fossil Quarry Tour
DESCRIPTION:An indoor presentation about fossils of the Chicago region is followed by a 1.5-mile walk to visit Sagawau’s fossil quarry.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fossil-quarry-tour-2/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T100000
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SUMMARY:Sand Ridge: Calumet Heritage Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore the heritage of the Calumet Region with guided walks\, regional activities and displays.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sand-ridge-calumet-heritage-day-2/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,South Cook County,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251107T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251107T113000
DTSTAMP:20250815T032558Z
CREATED:20250815T032558Z
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SUMMARY:Fire Ecology 101
DESCRIPTION:Learn about prescribed fire\, why we do it\, how it’s done and what effects it has during a 1.5-mile walk. Grove 1.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fire-ecology-101/
LOCATION:Red Gate Woods
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251202
DTSTAMP:20250815T133829Z
CREATED:20250814T211255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T133829Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Story Trail “Giving Thanks” by Chief Jake Swamp
DESCRIPTION:Walk a short trail while reading the posted story. Afterwards\, stop in to pick up a take-home craft and activities.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-story-trail-giving-thanks-by-chief-jake-swamp/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T100000
DTSTAMP:20250813T213616Z
CREATED:20250813T213616Z
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SUMMARY:Plants in the Military
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate the upcoming Veterans Day\, we will observe how plants were widely used in the military.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/plants-in-the-military/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Education,Gardening,History & Culture,Northwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T100000
DTSTAMP:20250915T211659Z
CREATED:20250915T211659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T211659Z
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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-5/2025-11-05/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T210000
DTSTAMP:20250815T132540Z
CREATED:20250813T213035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T132540Z
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SUMMARY:Dia de los Muertos Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Dia de los Muertos! Enjoy music\, crafts\, and a special ofrenda display. Feel free to bring a photo of your cherished pet to honor their memory.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/dia-de-los-muertos-celebration/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,Music,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T200000
DTSTAMP:20250818T191358Z
CREATED:20250814T160757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T191358Z
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SUMMARY:Stars\, Stories & S’mores
DESCRIPTION:Listen to stories\, take a night hike\, make s’mores and more. Presented with the American Indian Health Services Center. Grove 2.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/stars-stories-smores/
LOCATION:LaBagh Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Campfire,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,North Cook County,Storytelling
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T140000
DTSTAMP:20250815T041842Z
CREATED:20250815T041842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T041842Z
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SUMMARY:Native American Bead & Cord Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn traditional bead and cord making by Native American Artists from the Trickster Cultural Center. All materials provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/native-american-bead-cord-workshop-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:20251101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T140000
DTSTAMP:20251016T205832Z
CREATED:20250815T115815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T205832Z
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SUMMARY:Dia de Los Muertos Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the history of Dia de los Muertos outdoors with games\, exploration\, and artmaking.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/dia-de-los-muertos-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Eggers Grove\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T113000
DTSTAMP:20250815T041926Z
CREATED:20250815T041719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T041926Z
UID:10011194-1761991200-1761996600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Native American Bead & Cord Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn traditional bead and cord making by Native American Artists from the Trickster Cultural Center. All materials provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/native-american-bead-cord-workshop/
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;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTSTAMP:20251115T212509Z
CREATED:20251115T212509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T212509Z
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SUMMARY:Nation of Nations
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with a display of flags and information to honor Native Communities and learn about their ongoing contributions and challenges. Posters displayed in Trailside Museum’s classroom\, and the Flags along Thatcher Ave.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nation-of-nations/
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;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251109
DTSTAMP:20250813T213429Z
CREATED:20250813T213429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T213429Z
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SUMMARY:Bison on the Trail
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Bison Day by looking for “bison\,” decorated by the community\, on our trails.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bison-on-the-trail/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T093000
DTSTAMP:20251029T213257Z
CREATED:20250812T180947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T213257Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Buds
DESCRIPTION:Join us for nature-themed interactive songs and stories. 0-23 months\, siblings welcome. Tickets are first come\, first served.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/baby-buds-4/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,Music,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251029
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251130
DTSTAMP:20251031T160508Z
CREATED:20250813T211549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T160508Z
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SUMMARY:Ethnobotany Trail Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Grab a hand-out and go on the trails! Discover how various cultures\, especially indigenous communities\, use plants.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/ethnobotany-trail-exhibit/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Gardening,History & Culture,Northwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T170000
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SUMMARY:Dr. Jane Goodall Memorial Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join the Jane Goodall Institute and the Forest Preserves of Cook County for a community memorial honoring Dr. Jane Goodall’s extraordinary life — a life dedicated to compassion\, curiosity and caring for the natural world. (Grove #1) \nTogether\, we’ll gather outdoors in one of Chicago’s most beautiful forest preserves to celebrate Dr. Jane’s deep connection to nature. This event\, will include several meaningful ways to give back in her honor\, for those who wish to participate. \nActivities include: \n\nNature journaling\nLitter pickup\nDog and nature walk\nSpeaking program at 3:30 pm\n\nFamilies\, friends\, students and community members of all ages are encouraged to attend and take part in continuing Dr. Jane’s legacy of hope and stewardship.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/dr-jane-goodall-memorial-gathering/
LOCATION:LaBagh Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,North Cook County,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T160000
DTSTAMP:20250829T152401Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T152401Z
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SUMMARY:Trunk or Treat
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the Forest Preserves and East Side Chamber of Commerce. A family-friendly Halloween event\, complete with plenty of candy.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/trunk-or-treat-2/
LOCATION:Eggers Grove\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Halloween,History & Culture,Nature Play,South Cook County,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.68965448;-87.52772533
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T170000
DTSTAMP:20251115T232634Z
CREATED:20250814T201533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T232634Z
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SUMMARY:Spooky Stories & S ’mores
DESCRIPTION:Trick-or-treat through different Halloween-themed activity stations. Paint a pumpkin\, make s’mores\, and listen to Indigenous spooky children’s stories. Costumes encouraged!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/spooky-stories-s-mores/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Campfire,Central Cook County,Halloween,History & Culture,Storytelling,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.89585788;-87.83089023
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T150000
DTSTAMP:20251115T232607Z
CREATED:20250814T145851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T232607Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:42.00551288;-87.78764266
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T120000
DTSTAMP:20250815T123742Z
CREATED:20250815T123742Z
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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ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T130000
DTSTAMP:20251115T233412Z
CREATED:20250815T115209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T233412Z
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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
GEO:41.65501256;-87.63983584
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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
GEO:41.99856204;-87.78528618
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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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