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SUMMARY:Earth Day\, Nature Play
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Day with fun nature activities. Design an upcycled toy planter\, create art using natural materials and enjoy outdoor exploration.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/earth-day-nature-play-3/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Gardening,History & Culture,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Sustainability,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T100000
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a vibrant celebration of planet Earth\, filled with interactive activities\, games\, and creative artmaking for the whole family! This event is designed to inspire a love for nature and a sense of environmental stewardship in people of all ages. Kids and adults alike can enjoy hands-on crafts that use eco-friendly materials\, participate in fun\, educational games that teach about wildlife and conservation\, and explore the beauty and diversity of our planet. Let’s come together to appreciate Earth and learn how we can make a difference—one small step at a time!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/earth-day-celebration-5/
LOCATION:Sauk Trail Woods-Central\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Gardening,History & Culture,Nature Play,Senior,South Cook County,Storytelling,Sustainability,Volunteer,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T143000
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DTSTAMP:20260213T150319Z
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SUMMARY:Thursdays in Nature: Signs of Spring
DESCRIPTION:Connect to nature through fun-themed activities and crafts for adults and kids. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/thursdays-in-nature-signs-of-spring/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Nature Play,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T100000
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SUMMARY:Wee Wanderer Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special program for little naturalists. Ticket giveaway starts at 9:30 am and are available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Ages 2-6 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wanderer-wednesdays-10/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Education,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T120000
DTSTAMP:20260214T010748Z
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UID:10012563-1776160800-1776168000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Sensory Play Day – Drop in
DESCRIPTION:Engage in activities that stimulate all five senses: sight\, sound\, smell\, taste and touch. All ages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sensory-play-day-drop-in/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T140000
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SUMMARY:GPS Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Learn about and participate in a technology-inspired scavenger hunt. All ages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/gps-scavenger-hunt-12/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,North Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T130000
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SUMMARY:Bluegrass Jam
DESCRIPTION:Build a simple instrument with us or bring your own guitar\, fiddle\, etc. All are welcome to play or listen.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bluegrass-jam-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,Music,Nature Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T130000
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DTSTAMP:20260305T211309Z
CREATED:20260216T010410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T211309Z
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SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Wildflowers
DESCRIPTION:Bring your little ones to learn about spring wildflowers and experience their beauty as they bloom. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-wildflowers-2/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,South Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T123000
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CREATED:20260214T062921Z
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SUMMARY:GPS Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Learn about and participate in a technology-inspired scavenger hunt. All ages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/gps-scavenger-hunt-11/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,North Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T110000
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SUMMARY:GPS Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Learn about and participate in a technology-inspired scavenger hunt. All ages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/gps-scavenger-hunt-10/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,North Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T080000
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SUMMARY:Fishing Derby
DESCRIPTION:Join the Village of Palos Park and the Forest Preserves for a family-fun day of fishing.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fishing-derby-5/
LOCATION:Papoose Lake\, IL
CATEGORIES:Fishing,Nature Play,Senior,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T100000
DTSTAMP:20260305T211300Z
CREATED:20260216T010304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T211300Z
UID:10012699-1775642400-1775642400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Wildflowers
DESCRIPTION:Bring your little ones to learn about spring wildflowers and experience their beauty as they bloom. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-wildflowers/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,South Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T093000
DTSTAMP:20260209T195438Z
CREATED:20260209T195438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T195438Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Buds
DESCRIPTION:Join us for nature-themed interactive songs and stories. Ages 0-23 months w/ adult. Tickets first come\, first served.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/baby-buds-11/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Music,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260405T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260405T140000
DTSTAMP:20260214T063124Z
CREATED:20260214T062518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T063124Z
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SUMMARY:The Unburied Treasure Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Pick up a treasure map then decode the clues onsite. All ages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/the-unburied-treasure-hunt-3/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,North Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T120000
DTSTAMP:20260214T075207Z
CREATED:20260214T075207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T075207Z
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SUMMARY:Zoo Adventure Passport! (ZAP!): Conservation Science Adventures
DESCRIPTION:Explore through play-based learning\, nature crafts and discovery. In partnership with Brookfield Zoo Chicago. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/zoo-adventure-passport-zap-conservation-science-adventures/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Nature Play,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T130000
DTSTAMP:20260213T035910Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T035910Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Break Fest
DESCRIPTION:Youth and families\, enjoy time out of school! Try archery\, build and play with natural materials\, learn orienteering\, paint a bird house and more.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/spring-break-fest-2/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Archery,Arts & Crafts,Birding,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.89585788;-87.83089023
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T100000
DTSTAMP:20260209T194544Z
CREATED:20260209T194544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T194544Z
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SUMMARY:Wee Wanderer Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special program for little naturalists. Ticket giveaway starts at 9:30 am and are available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Ages 2-6 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wanderer-wednesdays-9/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Education,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T133000
DTSTAMP:20260215T204535Z
CREATED:20260213T152547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T204535Z
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SUMMARY:Space Celebration: Storytime and Craft
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an out-of-this-world story-time and outer-space craft during spring break. Ages 2-7 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/space-celebration-storytime-and-craft-2/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Nature Play,Storytelling,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T133000
DTSTAMP:20260217T180551Z
CREATED:20260213T025241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T180551Z
UID:10012435-1774791000-1774791000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Tree Faces
DESCRIPTION:Make faces on our trees with natural materials. All ages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/tree-faces-2/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Nature Play,North Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T130000
DTSTAMP:20260213T013048Z
CREATED:20260213T012758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T013048Z
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SUMMARY:Micro Safari\, Pt 2
DESCRIPTION:Our microscopic exploration of life in the waters of Crabtree continues.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/micro-safari-pt-2/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T140000
DTSTAMP:20260213T225405Z
CREATED:20260213T225405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T225405Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Breakout Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Spend your time on break\, outside! Try several outdoor recreation activities. Explore\, discover and create!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/spring-breakout-adventure-2/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Nature Play,South Cook County,Youth
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SUMMARY:Nature’s Art Box
DESCRIPTION:Explore the wild side of creativity! Kids ages 3–6 with an adult can enjoy hands-on nature-inspired art and activities. Supplies provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/natures-art-box-5/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Nature Play,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T093000
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SUMMARY:Baby Buds
DESCRIPTION:Join us for nature-themed interactive songs and stories. Ages 0-23 months w/ adult. Tickets first come\, first served.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/baby-buds-10/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Music,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260326
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SUMMARY:Spring Break Boredom Busters
DESCRIPTION:Young naturalists enjoy jam-packed fun exploring nature\, playing games\, creating art and spending time outdoors. Adult supervision required. \n\nAges 5 to 8: 10-11:30 am\nAges 8 to 12: 1-2:30 pm
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/spring-break-boredom-busters/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T133000
DTSTAMP:20260214T063133Z
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SUMMARY:Bucket Bug Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Walk through our sugar bush to find out who has fallen into the sap buckets. All ages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bucket-bug-hunt/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,North Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T100000
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SUMMARY:Wee Wanderer Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special program for little naturalists. Ticket giveaway starts at 9:30 am and are available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Ages 2-6 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wanderer-wednesdays-8/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Education,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T130000
DTSTAMP:20260217T182248Z
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SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Turtles
DESCRIPTION:Bring your little ones to learn about turtles through stories\, crafts and a turtle encounter. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-turtles-2/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Arts & Crafts,Education,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T150000
DTSTAMP:20251115T214908Z
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SUMMARY:Maple Syrup Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the arrival of spring with a special day of activities including crafts\, games\, tree tapping and maple syrup history.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/maple-syrup-festival/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,Maple Syrup,Music,Nature Play,North Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T100000
DTSTAMP:20260217T182238Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T182238Z
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SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Turtles
DESCRIPTION:Bring your little ones to learn about turtles through stories\, crafts and a turtle encounter. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-turtles/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Arts & Crafts,Education,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T093000
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SUMMARY:Baby Buds
DESCRIPTION:Join us for nature-themed interactive songs and stories. Ages 0-23 months w/ adult. Tickets first come\, first served.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/baby-buds-9/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Music,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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