Bring gently used books and exchange them for new titles. Enjoy crafts, light refreshments and story time. Five books maximum for donation.
Bring your little ones for open nature play time and help them connect with nature. Enjoy stories, art and exploration each time.
Children ages 3 – 6, w/adult, are invited to hear a nature story, followed by a short, mindful guided walk in the woods. Led by Roberta Jannsen, Univ. of IL Extension volunteer.
Walk a short trail near the Museum while reading the posted story. Afterwards, stop in the Museum lobby to pick up a take-home craft and suggested activities to continue the adventure!
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. For group registration or information, email JRoy@stbenedict.com. Grove 1.
Experience a story unfold along a short, looped trail. A craft is available to take home after you complete the story trail. Grove 7.
Enjoy some spooky storytelling around the campfire. Ages 8 & up.
In partnership with Saint Kateri Center of Chicago, listen to storytelling, take a night hike, make a s’more, view stars, and more. Grove 2.
Join us at Trailside to discuss "The Soul of an Octopus" by Sy Montgomery. For adults,
Join us for s’mores by the fire, storytelling, astronomy and more. Experience the captivating artistry of international, award-winning bilingual storyteller Mama Edie Armstrong as she takes you on a journey […]
Join us for a “scary” folktale recited by a LaGrange Park Library librarian during a walk under the darkest day of the month. Then enjoy a bonfire. Ages 9 & up.
Families, drop in and challenge yourself by climbing to the top of Swallow Cliff stairs. Then, try the story trail, sledding, snowshoeing, s’more making and more. Sledding/snowshoeing weather permitting.
Walk a short trail and read the posted story, then pick up a craft and activity bag.
Seven days of music and nature-based activities following the seven principles: Day 1: Dec 26 - Umoja (Unity) Day 2: Dec 27 - Kujichagulia (Self-Determination) Day 3: Dec 28 - Ujima (Collective Work & Responsibility) Day 4: Dec 29 - Ujaama (Cooperative Economics) Day 5: Dec 30 - Nia (Purpose) Day 6: Dec 31- Kuumba […]
Walk a short trail and read the posted story, then pick up a craft and activity bag.
Celebrate the Danish tradition of coziness with hot chocolate and nature books.
Learn the story behind this peculiar holiday.
In honor of Black History Month, walk a short, looped trail and read poetry for children written by African American authors along the way. Grove 7.
Join other adults for a lively discussion of this fascinating bestselling book. This evening program will be held at our partner’s facility, the Forest Park Library, 7555 Jackson Blvd., Forest Park.
Learn about nature through music, movement, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult. Mar 13: Gold Hunt Apr 10: Butterflies May 8: Nature in Bloom
Nature stories, crafts and activities. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
Nature stories, crafts and activities. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
Learn about nature through music, movement, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult. Mar 13: Gold Hunt Apr 10: Butterflies May 8: Nature in Bloom
Join us for a folktale recited by a librarian from the LaGrange Park Library as we walk and discuss the importance of these misunderstood flying mammals.
Nature stories, crafts and activities. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
In honor of Arab American Heritage Month, experience a story unfold along a short trail. A craft is available to take home upon story trail completion. Grove 1.
Join in and listen to the story "Under the Drinking Gourd" and learn the significance of why reading the stars was important for survival.
Join a lively discussion of this book about animal senses. In partnership with Forest Park Public Library. Ages 18 & up.
Bring in gently used books and leave with some new-to-you books! Any genre and reading level; nature-themed books encouraged. Snacks & refreshments provided.
Enjoy a shared love of reading and birds as we discuss this book by Priyanka Kumar.
Learn about nature through music, movement, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult. Mar 13: Gold Hunt Apr 10: Butterflies May 8: Nature in Bloom
Nature stories, crafts and activities. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
Relax and enjoy the sounds of nature as we sit around a campfire, tell stories, enjoy s’mores, and take a walk to see what the trails have to offer your eyes and ears.
