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SUMMARY:Trash Bash
DESCRIPTION:Make spring cleaning more sustainable!  \nOur event partners will be collecting electronics\, prescription drugs\, household recyclables\, bikes\, clothing\, plastic bags and much more. The Forest Preserves will be also be collecting books in good\, clean condition. The first 25 donors receive a free\, “Don’t be Trashy” t-shirt. Grove 6. \nPartners \n\nCHaRM (Center for Hard to Recycle Materials)\nHelping Hands Clothes and Shoes\nCook County Department of Environment & Sustainability\nCook County Sheriff\nHabitat for Humanity\nIllinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA)\nMetropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD)\nMidway Movers\nTerraCycle\nWorking Bikes\n\nAccepted Items by Partner \nCHaRM \n\n\n\nGlass\nPlastic bottles\nCardboard\nHard drives (for shredding)\nPolystyrene\nTextiles\nE-waste\n\n\n\nHelping Hands Clothes and Shoes \n\n\n\nItems: Clothing\, shoes\, household items\, toys\, and accessories.\nAccepted Details: Blouses\, coats\, dresses\, hats\, jackets\, jeans\, bedspreads\, drapes\, sheets\, sofa covers\, towels\, backpacks\, belts\, pants\, scarves\, shirts\, socks\, suits\, sweaters\, swimsuits\, ties\, tops\, formal wear\, undergarments\, and all baby/infant clothing.\nHousehold & Misc: Washcloths\, blankets\, curtains\, quilts\, toys (plastic\, plush\, and stuffed)\, gloves\, handbags\, costume jewelry\, sleeping bags\, shower curtains\, pillows\, baskets\, wallets\, purses\, and tote bags.\nNot Accepted: Mattresses; nothing wet or moldy.\n\n\n\nCook County Sheriff \n\n\n\nUnwanted/expired prescription pills\nCables\, cell phones\, and telephone devices\nComputers\, laptops\, and hardware (motherboards\, monitors\, etc.)\nCalculators\, printers\, fax machines\, and game systems\nStereos\, toasters\, and blenders\nToner cartridges\, UPS batteries\, and car batteries\nTelevisions (Limit: 1 per household)\nOffering off-site shredding\n\n\n\nHabitat for Humanity \n\n\n\nTools and artwork\nNew/unused building materials\nWorking small appliances\nLawn\, garden\, and home goods\n\n\n\nIllinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) \n\n\n\nHerbicide Containers: High-density polyethylene (HDPE).\nRequirements: Must be triple-rinsed\, dry\, and residue-free. Remove all caps and stickers. All sizes up to 55-gallon capacity accepted.\n\n\n\nMidway Movers (Off-Site Document Destruction) \n\n\n\nPaper documents\n\n\n\nTerraCycle \n\n\n\nPlastic & Packaging: Clean plastic bags\, flexible packaging\, non-woven shopping bags\, plastic grocery bags\, cereal bags\, shrink wrap\, bubble wrap\, and air cushions.\nLightbulbs: Intact LEDs\, Straight CFL\, HID\, and U-Bend lamps. (No broken bulbs!)\nOffice Supplies: Binder clips\, fasteners\, binders\, card filers\, correction supplies\, desk organizers\, label backing\, markers\, paper cutters\, and paperclips.\nBatteries: Dry cell batteries (Alkaline\, nickel-cadmium\, lithium\, lithium-ion\, nickel-metal hydride\, iron\, zinc-carbon\, and silver).\nAuto: Tire Pressure Monitor Systems (TPMS).\n\n\n\nWorking Bikes \n\n\n\nAdult bikes (in repairable condition)\nGently used children’s bikes\nBike parts\, tools\, and accessories
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/trash-bash-4/
LOCATION:Miller Meadow-South\, IL
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Sustainability,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joanna Huyck":MAILTO:joanna.huyck@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T120000
DTSTAMP:20260213T022759Z
CREATED:20260213T022614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T022759Z
UID:10012425-1775815200-1775822400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Spring has Sprung
DESCRIPTION:Discover something new in nature with University of Illinois Extension Volunteers. All ages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/spring-has-sprung-2/2026-04-10/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T200000
DTSTAMP:20260330T143443Z
CREATED:20260216T010115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T143443Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Jane Goodall’s Birthday with #GoodAllDay!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Jane with a meaningful day of service in nature. Join us as we care for our environment\, learn from young leaders\, and enjoy time together around the campfire with hot dogs and s’mores. \nActivities include: \n\nYouth panel\nCampfire with s’mores and hot dogs\nFilm screening\nGuided nature walks\nLitter pickup\nHands-on crafts
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/celebrate-jane-goodalls-birthday-with-goodallday/
LOCATION:Camp Shabbona Woods\, 15810 S Torrence Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Campfire,Camping,Education,Fitness,History & Culture,South Cook County,Sustainability,Volunteer,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T150000
DTSTAMP:20260213T230744Z
CREATED:20260213T230744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T230744Z
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SUMMARY:Green Lake Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Help us restore the pollinator garden at Green Lake. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/green-lake-gardening/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Gardening,South Cook County,Sustainability,Volunteer,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T140000
DTSTAMP:20260310T163605Z
CREATED:20260213T225729Z
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SUMMARY:Women in the Wilds
DESCRIPTION:Overview:\nCelebrate women in conservation and the natural sciences with presentations\, hands-on activities and information promoting job and volunteer opportunities. \nSchedule:\n\n10 am: Volunteer panel discussion\n11 am: “Stillness in the Wild” mindfulness and meditation workshop (limited spots available)\n1 pm: “Meet Our Birds” program\n12 pm – 2pm: Conservation “Show & Tell” featuring volunteers from University of Illinois Extension\, Forest Preserve District of Cook County\, and more\n\nDrop in for:\n\nJob and volunteer opportunity fair\nAnimal programs\nGuided walks\nConservation education activities\nCrafts\nFace painting\n\nFeatured vendors:\n\nForest Press Co\nZemi Coffee\nThe Urban Canopy\nSkunk Cabbage BooksEat Em Up Catering
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/women-in-the-wilds/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,History & Culture,South Cook County,Volunteer,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T193000
DTSTAMP:20260319T185754Z
CREATED:20260213T010820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T185754Z
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SUMMARY:Restore the Night
DESCRIPTION:Remove invasive shrubs\, then join our season wrap-up celebration! Equipment provided. Ages 8 & up w/ adult. High schoolers may earn service hours.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restore-the-night/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Northwest Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T120000
DTSTAMP:20260213T145534Z
CREATED:20260213T145417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T145534Z
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SUMMARY:Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Help us restore habitat and control invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up; ages 12-17 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-workday-28/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260213T161741Z
CREATED:20260213T161616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T161741Z
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SUMMARY:R.I.P. Stewardship
DESCRIPTION:Help us restore native habitats – Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws or loppers. Tools\, gloves & snack provided. Closed toed shoes & long pants encouraged. Children aged 15 & under w/adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/r-i-p-stewardship-5/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Southwest Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T120000
DTSTAMP:20260213T010309Z
CREATED:20260213T010309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T010309Z
UID:10012395-1772962200-1772971200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Remove invasive species with us. Equipment provided. Ages 8 & up w/ adult. High schoolers may earn service hours.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-workday-27/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Northwest Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T120000
DTSTAMP:20260213T022759Z
CREATED:20260213T022614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T022759Z
UID:10012424-1772791200-1772798400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Spring has Sprung
DESCRIPTION:Discover something new in nature with University of Illinois Extension Volunteers. All ages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/spring-has-sprung-2/2026-03-06/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Volunteer
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T113000
DTSTAMP:20260114T153513Z
CREATED:20251114T130017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T153513Z
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SUMMARY:Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalists as we help restore our ecosystems by removing invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-workday-25/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Southwest Cook County,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T113000
DTSTAMP:20260114T153503Z
CREATED:20251114T125952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T153503Z
UID:10011650-1771752600-1771759800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalists as we help restore our ecosystems by removing invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-workday-24/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Southwest Cook County,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T120000
DTSTAMP:20251115T224356Z
CREATED:20251114T060126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T224356Z
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SUMMARY:Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Help us remove invasive species. Equipment provided. High schoolers may earn service hours. Ages 8 & up\, 8-17 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-workday-16/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Northwest Cook County,Volunteer
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T120000
DTSTAMP:20251114T184750Z
CREATED:20251114T184750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T184750Z
UID:10011787-1771236000-1771243200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Holiday Restoration & S’mores Series
DESCRIPTION:Remove invasive species and participate in a brush pile burn. Followed by s’mores. Earn service-learning hours. Ages 12 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/holiday-restoration-smores-series-2/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:South Cook County,Volunteer
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T120000
DTSTAMP:20251115T224344Z
CREATED:20251114T122132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T224344Z
UID:10011629-1771146000-1771156800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Help us remove invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up. Ages 12-17 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-workday-19/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Fitness,Volunteer
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T120000
DTSTAMP:20251115T232607Z
CREATED:20251114T124345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T232607Z
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SUMMARY:R.I.P. Stewardship
DESCRIPTION:Help us restore native habitats – Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws or loppers. Tools\, gloves & snack provided. Closed toed shoes & long pants encouraged. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a legal parent or guardian.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/r-i-p-stewardship-4/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Southwest Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T130000
DTSTAMP:20251114T160604Z
CREATED:20251114T160523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T160604Z
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SUMMARY:Black History Month Kickoff-Drop-in
DESCRIPTION:Discover the voice behind America Outdoors! Join us for a brief viewing and explore the work of writer\, conservationist\, and storyteller\, Baratunde Thurston. Refreshments will be served as we dive into his inspiring PBS series.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/black-history-month-kickoff-drop-in-2/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Film,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling,Volunteer
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T145119Z
CREATED:20260512T145119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T145119Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:Help us work to make River Trail even better. Ages 8 & up; ages 8-14 w/adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/volunteer-workday-5/2026-02-07/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260213T022108Z
CREATED:20251114T134710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T022108Z
UID:10011718-1770458400-1770465600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:Help us work to make River Trail even better. Ages 10 & up. Ages 10-17 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/volunteer-workday-4/2026-02-07/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness,North Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T120000
DTSTAMP:20251115T224333Z
CREATED:20251114T060059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T224333Z
UID:10011582-1770456600-1770465600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Help us remove invasive species. Equipment provided. High schoolers may earn service hours. Ages 8 & up\, 8-17 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-workday-15/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Northwest Cook County,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T113000
DTSTAMP:20260114T153454Z
CREATED:20251114T125925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T153454Z
UID:10011649-1769851800-1769859000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalists as we help restore our ecosystems by removing invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-workday-23/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Southwest Cook County,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260125T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260125T113000
DTSTAMP:20260114T152703Z
CREATED:20251114T125858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T152703Z
UID:10011648-1769333400-1769340600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalists as we help restore our ecosystems by removing invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-workday-22/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Southwest Cook County,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T193000
DTSTAMP:20251202T161111Z
CREATED:20251114T223155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T161111Z
UID:10011814-1769103000-1769110200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Woodworking with Invasives
DESCRIPTION:Repurpose common European buckthorn into something new. Equipment provided. Ages 10 & up. Ages 10-16 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/woodworking-with-invasives-2/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,North Cook County,Sustainability,Volunteer,Wellness in the Woods
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260118T173014Z
CREATED:20251115T012646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T173014Z
UID:10011825-1768827600-1768834800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Martin Luther King\, Jr. National Day of Service
DESCRIPTION:Make River Trail better on this official day of community service. Ages 10 & up. Ages 10-17 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/martin-luther-king-jr-national-day-of-service-2/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Cook County,Volunteer
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T150000
DTSTAMP:20251114T155952Z
CREATED:20251114T155952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T155952Z
UID:10011764-1768827600-1768834800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:MLK Service Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Unwind and relax after your day of service and enjoy hot cocoa and refreshments in a cozy setting.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/mlk-service-celebration/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:History & Culture,Southwest Cook County,Volunteer
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260118T060037Z
CREATED:20251114T073820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T060037Z
UID:10011612-1768824000-1768831200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:MLK Teen Day Restoration
DESCRIPTION:Put on some gloves and join us to remove invasive species & earn service hours. Tools provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/mlk-teen-day-restoration/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:History & Culture,Northwest Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T130000
DTSTAMP:20251119T222551Z
CREATED:20251114T162241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T222551Z
UID:10011774-1768816800-1768827600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:MLK Jr. Day of Service
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of crafts\, cocoa\, and a clothing drive! For groups of 10 or more\, email Kelvin.Boyd@cookcountyil.gov.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/mlk-jr-day-of-service-2/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion\, S Western Ave & W 87th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60620\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,South Cook County,Sustainability,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelvin Boyd":MAILTO:kelvin.boyd@cookcountyil.gov
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260119T154819Z
CREATED:20251114T184718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T154819Z
UID:10011786-1768816800-1768824000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Holiday Restoration & S’mores Series
DESCRIPTION:Remove invasive species and participate in a brush pile burn. Followed by s’mores. Earn service-learning hours. Ages 12 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/holiday-restoration-smores-series/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:South Cook County,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.60593301;-87.56574946
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260119T154743Z
CREATED:20251114T190203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T154743Z
UID:10011793-1768813200-1768831200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:MLK\, Jr. Day of Service
DESCRIPTION:Participate in a self-led litter pick-up. Earn service-learning hours. Garbage bags and disposable gloves are available.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/mlk-jr-day-of-service-3/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:History & Culture,South Cook County,Sustainability,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.60593301;-87.56574946
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260118T120000
DTSTAMP:20251115T224253Z
CREATED:20251114T122059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T224253Z
UID:10011628-1768726800-1768737600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Help us remove invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up. Ages 12-17 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-workday-18/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Fitness,Volunteer
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END:VEVENT
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