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SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Snowflakes
DESCRIPTION:Learn about nature through sensory experiences\, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-snowflakes-3/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Snowflakes
DESCRIPTION:Learn about nature through sensory experiences\, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-snowflakes-2/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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CREATED:20251114T054932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T054932Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Buds
DESCRIPTION:Join us for nature-themed interactive songs and stories. Tickets are first-come\, first-served. Ages 0-23 months w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/baby-buds-7/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260109T183000
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DTSTAMP:20251114T071721Z
CREATED:20251114T071721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T071721Z
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SUMMARY:Planetary Painting
DESCRIPTION:View the night sky\, learn about celestial myths and paint a planetary acrylic masterpiece with instruction. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/planetary-painting/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Astronomy,Education,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling
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SUMMARY:ASL Children’s Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Listen to a nature-themed children’s book read aloud and signed\, followed by an activity. Program held indoors.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/asl-childrens-storytime/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adaptive Recreation,Central Cook County,Education,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T100000
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CREATED:20251114T142200Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Solstice Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the winter solstice by participating in fun activities\, both inside and out\, including an outdoor bonfire. Drop in. \nSchedule: \n\nPaper Snowflake Making Workshop: 10 am to Noon\nIndigenous Storytelling & Reflection from American Indian Center: Noon to 2 pm
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/winter-solstice-day-2/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Astronomy,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Music,Nature Play,Storytelling
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T130000
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DTSTAMP:20251115T232022Z
CREATED:20251115T232022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T232022Z
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SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Furs
DESCRIPTION:Learn about nature through sensory experiences\, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-furs/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T150000
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CREATED:20251114T200020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T165313Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Keepsakes and Cards
DESCRIPTION:Create personal mementos with local artists. Presented by Hive Center for the Book Arts. All ages. Under 18 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/winter-keepsakes-and-cards/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,North Cook County,Storytelling
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T133000
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CREATED:20251114T151439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T223530Z
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SUMMARY:S’mores Party
DESCRIPTION:Make tasty treats around a campfire. Activities (weather-dependent) include crafts\, a story trail\, animal artifacts\, sledding\, snowshoeing and more. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/smores-party-2/
LOCATION:Swallow Cliff Woods-North\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Campfire,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.6807903;-87.86088567
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260113
DTSTAMP:20251218T163906Z
CREATED:20251114T145539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T163906Z
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SUMMARY:Story Trail – “The Snowy Day”
DESCRIPTION:Welcoming visitors daily (excl. 12/25 & 1/1)\, come take a stroll and read a children’s story posted along the trail. Afterward\, pick up a craft and activity bag to take home for your own adventures.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/story-trail-the-snowy-day/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Hiking & Walking,Storytelling,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T190000
DTSTAMP:20251114T145348Z
CREATED:20251114T145348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T145348Z
UID:10011737-1765479600-1765479600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Nature Book Club: “Wild New World” by Dan Flores
DESCRIPTION:Discuss this award-winning book. Presented with the Forest Park Public Library. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-book-club-wild-new-world-by-dan-flores/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T100000
DTSTAMP:20251115T232008Z
CREATED:20251115T231853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T232008Z
UID:10012137-1765360800-1765360800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Furs
DESCRIPTION:Learn about nature through sensory experiences\, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-10/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T093000
DTSTAMP:20251115T232632Z
CREATED:20251114T143706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T232632Z
UID:10011733-1765359000-1765359000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Children’s Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us inside the pavilion and listen to a nature-themed children’s book read aloud\, followed by an activity.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/childrens-storytime-5/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T093000
DTSTAMP:20251114T054903Z
CREATED:20251114T054903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T054903Z
UID:10011574-1765272600-1765272600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Baby Buds
DESCRIPTION:Join us for nature-themed interactive songs and stories. Tickets are first-come\, first-served. Ages 0-23 months w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/baby-buds-6/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T133000
DTSTAMP:20251115T214107Z
CREATED:20251114T135628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T214107Z
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SUMMARY:Stuffed Animal Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Bring your favorite stuffed animal for a special story time program.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/stuffed-animal-storytime-2/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T150000
DTSTAMP:20251115T233347Z
CREATED:20251114T185230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T233347Z
UID:10011789-1765112400-1765119600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Seeds of the Future
DESCRIPTION:Join us for storytelling and a panel discussion followed by a seed swap. Presented by the Mbwakawen Harambee Collective.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/seeds-of-the-future/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,South Cook County,Storytelling,Sustainability,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T103000
DTSTAMP:20251115T214118Z
CREATED:20251114T135552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T214118Z
UID:10011720-1765103400-1765103400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Stuffed Animal Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Bring your favorite stuffed animal for a special story time program.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/stuffed-animal-storytime/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T183000
DTSTAMP:20251115T221645Z
CREATED:20251114T062002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T221645Z
UID:10011594-1764873000-1764873000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Women’s Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Reflect on the past year under the full moon. Presented by Gayle Byck from InTune with Nature.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/womens-night-out/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Education,Hiking & Walking,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251123T130000
DTSTAMP:20250820T225043Z
CREATED:20250815T121455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T225043Z
UID:10011303-1763902800-1763902800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Owls!
DESCRIPTION:Learn about nature through sensory experiences\, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-owls-2/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Birding,Education,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251123T130000
DTSTAMP:20250815T110348Z
CREATED:20250815T110321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T110348Z
UID:10011252-1763902800-1763902800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Native American Heritage Month: INHABITANTS Documentary Viewing
DESCRIPTION:INHABITANTS follows five Native American tribes across deserts\, coastlines\, forests and prairies as they restore their traditional land management practices.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/native-american-heritage-month-inhabitants-documentary-viewing/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Film,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling,Sustainability,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T180000
DTSTAMP:20250815T120158Z
CREATED:20250815T120158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T120158Z
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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
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T093000
DTSTAMP:20250915T212517Z
CREATED:20250915T212517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T212517Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T100000
DTSTAMP:20250915T211649Z
CREATED:20250915T211649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T211649Z
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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:20251119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T100000
DTSTAMP:20250815T121316Z
CREATED:20250815T121316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T121316Z
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SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Owls!
DESCRIPTION:Learn about nature through sensory experiences\, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-owls/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Birding,Education,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T110000
DTSTAMP:20250815T101949Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T140000
DTSTAMP:20250815T124441Z
CREATED:20250815T124441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T124441Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251107T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251107T200000
DTSTAMP:20250815T134916Z
CREATED:20250815T120000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T134916Z
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SUMMARY:Stars\, Stories\, and Smores
DESCRIPTION:Join us for s’mores by the fire\, storytelling\, astronomy and more.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/stars-stories-and-smores-2/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion\, S Western Ave & W 87th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60620\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Campfire,South Cook County,Storytelling
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@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: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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T093000
DTSTAMP:20251115T232633Z
CREATED:20250814T193419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T232633Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Listen to a nature-themed children’s book\, followed by an activity. (Story provided orally & in ASL.)
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/childrens-storytime-4/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adaptive Recreation,Central Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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