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SUMMARY:Children's Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Listen to a nature-themed children’s book read aloud\, followed by an activity.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/childrens-storytime-11/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T100000
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SUMMARY:Story Time in Polish
DESCRIPTION:Program dla najmłodszych miłośników natury. Z pomocą znanych i lubianych wierszyków poznamy owady\, ptaki i inne zwierzęta i poszukamy ich w lesie.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/story-time-in-polish-4/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,History & Culture,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260607T183000
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DTSTAMP:20260514T213447Z
CREATED:20260514T154636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T213447Z
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SUMMARY:Little Red Rocks
DESCRIPTION:Share or enjoy music and poetry as the sun sets during our open-mic night.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/little-red-rocks-6/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Music,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T110000
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DTSTAMP:20260513T213939Z
CREATED:20260513T213939Z
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SUMMARY:Community Book Swap
DESCRIPTION:Bring in your gently used books and leave with some new-to-you books! Books can be any genre and reading level.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/community-book-swap-4/
LOCATION:Swallow Cliff Woods-North\, IL
CATEGORIES:Southwest Cook County,Storytelling
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T183000
DTSTAMP:20260512T182008Z
CREATED:20260512T181924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T182008Z
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SUMMARY:Community Book Swap
DESCRIPTION:Bring in your gently used books and leave with some new-to-you books! Books can be any genre and reading level.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/community-book-swap-3/
LOCATION:Twenty-Sixth Street Woods-West
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Storytelling
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T140000
DTSTAMP:20260217T181058Z
CREATED:20260215T221326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T181058Z
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SUMMARY:Nature is Accessible!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate nature with inclusive\, accessible experiences for all. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-is-accessible-3/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adaptive Recreation,Arts & Crafts,Bicycling,Education,Fitness,Nature Play,Senior,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T130000
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SUMMARY:World Turtle Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate World Turtle Day with stories\, songs\, crafts and learning about our ambassador turtles!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/world-turtle-day/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Arts & Crafts,Education,Hiking & Walking,Music,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T093000
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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-14/
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;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T133000
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SUMMARY:Asian American Heritage Month Performance
DESCRIPTION:Mandala Arts brings Pan Asian music and dance to River Trail\, inspired by stories of kinship with the forest.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/asian-american-heritage-month-performance/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,Music,North Cook County,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T130000
DTSTAMP:20260217T214913Z
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SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Migration
DESCRIPTION:Experience the wonder of spring bird migration through stories\, art and a guided walk. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-migration-4/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T110000
DTSTAMP:20260215T220525Z
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SUMMARY:Springtime Stories
DESCRIPTION:The Naperville Chinese Storytellers share stories in Chinese followed by nature-based art and activities. Ages 3 & up w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/springtime-stories-2/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,Nature Play,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T113000
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SUMMARY:Hidden Lives of Fungi
DESCRIPTION:Explore the roles and lifecycles that fungi play in our forests on this informative 1-mile walk. Ages 10 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hidden-lives-of-fungi-3/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T180612Z
CREATED:20260215T220010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T180612Z
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SUMMARY:Asian American Pacific Islander Month Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the rhythms and movements of Pan Asian music and dance performed by the Mandala Arts Group.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/asian-american-pacific-islander-month-celebration/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,Music,Nature Play,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T152725Z
CREATED:20260406T152403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T152725Z
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SUMMARY:Spring into Stories
DESCRIPTION:Listen to a spring-themed children’s book read aloud\, followed by an activity.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/spring-into-stories/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Cook County,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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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:20260513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T100000
DTSTAMP:20260217T214920Z
CREATED:20260216T010928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T214920Z
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SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Migration
DESCRIPTION:Experience the wonder of spring bird migration through stories\, art and a guided walk. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-migration-3/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T093000
DTSTAMP:20260217T181809Z
CREATED:20260213T040803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T181809Z
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SUMMARY:Children’s Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Listen to a nature-themed children’s book read aloud\, followed by an activity. Indoor program.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/childrens-storytime-9/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Storytelling,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T093000
DTSTAMP:20260209T195615Z
CREATED:20260209T195615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T195615Z
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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-13/
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:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T113000
DTSTAMP:20260508T201353Z
CREATED:20260508T201133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T201353Z
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SUMMARY:MMIBW Awareness and Healing Gathering
DESCRIPTION:An event focused on raising awareness about the crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous and Black women\, highlighting how both communities are disproportionately affected in Chicago. The gathering will include storytelling\, advocacy efforts\, and a healing circle to honor those impacted. This would include Jingle Dress and Ring Shout dances.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/mmibw-awareness-and-healing-gathering/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,Music,South Cook County,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Indian Center":MAILTO:info@aicchicago.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T190000
DTSTAMP:20260508T184451Z
CREATED:20260215T043859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T184451Z
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SUMMARY:America’s 250th: History Hike
DESCRIPTION:As part of America 250\, join a hike that explores the stories that shaped our land\, people and nation. In partnership with Village of Palos Park Parks & Recreation Department. Starts at Swallow Cliff Pavilion.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/americas-250th-history-hike/
LOCATION:Swallow Cliff Woods-North\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T201500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T201500
DTSTAMP:20260215T215241Z
CREATED:20260215T215241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T215241Z
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SUMMARY:National Space Day Folktale and Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join La Grange Park Library for a magical folktale under the sky as we walk and explore the wonders of space.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/national-space-day-folktale-and-walk/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T100000
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SUMMARY:Crane Day
DESCRIPTION:Young visitors can learn the facts and folklore about cranes that live in Cook County and throughout Asia through stories\, activities and crafts.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/crane-day/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Birding,Education,History & Culture,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T133000
DTSTAMP:20260215T215009Z
CREATED:20260215T215009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T215009Z
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SUMMARY:Insect Inspired Innovations
DESCRIPTION:Throughout history\, nature has inspired all facets of human advancement. Our focus will be on insects and the impact they have had on the development of some of our latest technologies.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/insect-inspired-innovations/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T130000
DTSTAMP:20260217T215951Z
CREATED:20260216T000615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T215951Z
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SUMMARY:Bienvenidos Birds!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an indoor presentation and a walk to learn about the bird migration journey from Mexico to the Chicagoland area.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bienvenidos-birds-2/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T103000
DTSTAMP:20260215T214640Z
CREATED:20260215T214554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T214640Z
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SUMMARY:Mythical Forest Series: Toadstools
DESCRIPTION:Explore the forest to examine the mythology and realities of nature in fantasy. Ages 8 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/mythical-forest-series-toadstools/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:History & Culture,Nature Play,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T130000
DTSTAMP:20260216T002418Z
CREATED:20260216T001959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T002418Z
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SUMMARY:AANHPI Heritage Month Trivia Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a self-guided walk while learning about the role Asian Americans\, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders play in conservation.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/aanhpi-heritage-month-trivia-walk/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,South Cook County,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T130000
DTSTAMP:20260227T212851Z
CREATED:20260216T001538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T212851Z
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SUMMARY:Tiny Tot Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating children’s day in nature through movement\, stories\, and artmaking. Families with children of all ages are welcomed.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/tiny-tot-day/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Music,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T120000
DTSTAMP:20260218T213840Z
CREATED:20260213T020837Z
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SUMMARY:Story Trail
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/story-trail-10/
LOCATION:Catherine Chevalier Woods
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,North Cook County,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T153000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150621Z
CREATED:20260216T003417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T150621Z
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SUMMARY:Hike the Freedom Trail: Bus and Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Freedom Seekers’ story through the Calumet Region with the Midwest Underground Railroad Network. Registration opens one month before the program.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hike-the-freedom-trail-bus-and-walking-tour-2/
LOCATION:Beaubien Woods Boat Launch
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,South Cook County,Storytelling
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T150000
DTSTAMP:20260206T212951Z
CREATED:20260206T212257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T212951Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Nature Camp
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, all-ages\, one-day spring camp at Rolling Knolls featuring cultural teachings\, crafts\, storytelling\, outdoor games and more.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/spring-nature-camp/
LOCATION:Rolling Knolls\, 11N260 Rohrssen Rd\, Elgin\, IL\, 60120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Camping,Day Camp,Education,History & Culture,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T100000
DTSTAMP:20260214T012807Z
CREATED:20260214T012807Z
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SUMMARY:Kinder-explorers
DESCRIPTION:A program to inspire outdoor inquiry through stories and activities. Ages 5-7 w/ adult. Siblings welcome.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/kinder-explorers/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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