Story Trail: “Over and Under the Snow” Drop-In
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Walk a short trail and read the posted story, then pick up a craft and activity bag.
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 […]
Join other adults for a lively discussion of this fascinating bestselling book. This evening program will be held at our […]
Learn about nature through music, movement, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult. Mar 13: Gold Hunt Apr 10: Butterflies May […]
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 […]
Join us for a folktale recited by a librarian from the LaGrange Park Library as we walk and discuss the […]
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 […]
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