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SUMMARY:Yoga and Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bridgeview Library for a short nature story followed by kid’s yoga activities. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/yoga-and-storytime-2/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Play,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T100000
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SUMMARY:Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Help us restore healthy habitats. Ages 8 & up. Children under 15 w/ adult. High schoolers may earn service hours.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-workday-3/
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:20260920T100000
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SUMMARY:Restoration Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Help us improve our wildlife habitat by cutting and removing invasive species. Ages 8 & up. Ages 15 & under w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-sunday-2/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:South Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260813T213612Z
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UID:10013783-1789894800-1789905600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Restore habitat and control invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 8 & up. Ages 15 & under w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-workday-6/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T150000
DTSTAMP:20260813T164930Z
CREATED:20260813T164930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T164930Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Exploration Day: Pond Dipping
DESCRIPTION:Drop in at the Redwing Trail pond to observe wetland inhabitants and macroorganisms. Geared towards teens & their families.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/teen-exploration-day-pond-dipping/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Nature Play,South Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T190000
DTSTAMP:20260806T193402Z
CREATED:20260806T193402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T193402Z
UID:10013502-1789758000-1789758000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:River Trail Nightlife: Night Hike
DESCRIPTION:Learn about nocturnal animals and more on a guided hike. Cost: $5/person. Ages 6 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/river-trail-nightlife-night-hike-2/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Astronomy,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T093000
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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/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Music,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T093000
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SUMMARY:Children's Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Listen to a nature-themed children’s book read aloud\, followed by an activity. (Story provided orally & in ASL.)
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/childrens-storytime/
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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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T130000
DTSTAMP:20260811T144109Z
CREATED:20260811T144109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T144109Z
UID:10013560-1789304400-1789304400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Fall Colors
DESCRIPTION:Learn about nature through sensory experiences\, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-fall-colors-5/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T130000
DTSTAMP:20260814T201607Z
CREATED:20260813T165239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T201607Z
UID:10013716-1789218000-1789218000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Aztec Dance Performance: La Danza de los Concheros
DESCRIPTION:Experience a journey into Mexico’s ancient Aztec culture of music\, song and dance. Presented with Xochitl-Quetzal Danza Azteca.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/aztec-dance-performance-la-danza-de-los-concheros/
LOCATION:Camp Shabbona Woods\, 15810 S Torrence Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:History & Culture,Music,Nature Play,Senior,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T150000
DTSTAMP:20260812T191629Z
CREATED:20260812T191629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T191629Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Nature Fest
DESCRIPTION:Engage with local environmental groups and businesses while enjoying food\, games\, Jesse White Tumblers\, and animal ambassadors. Groves 1–4.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-nature-fest/
LOCATION:LaBagh Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Arts & Crafts,Education,Nature Play,North Cook County,Senior,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.97661772;-87.74509242
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260814T143700Z
CREATED:20260814T143700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T143700Z
UID:10013808-1789207200-1789214400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Landscape Needle Felting
DESCRIPTION:Explore the beauty of our natural landscape using natural fibers. Supplies provided. Ages 12 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/landscape-needle-felting/
LOCATION:Saganashkee Slough Boat Launch\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.69651859;-87.90579573
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260811T200916Z
CREATED:20260811T200916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T200916Z
UID:10013607-1789207200-1789214400@fpdcc.com
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. Ages 8 & up. Ages 15 & under w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/r-i-p-stewardship-11/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southwest Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260806T191127Z
CREATED:20260806T191045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T191127Z
UID:10013486-1789207200-1789214400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:Help us work to make River Trail even better. Ages 8 & up. Children under 15 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/volunteer-workday/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTSTAMP:20260811T201832Z
CREATED:20260811T201832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T201832Z
UID:10013610-1789171200-1791763199@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Magical Forest Houses
DESCRIPTION:Search for tiny\, enchanted\, homes built by mythical elves. These homes\, built with natural materials\, are hidden along our Farm Pond Trail. Scan the QR codes to learn more about the wee folk’s homes and to share eco-friendly messages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/magical-forest-houses/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T190000
DTSTAMP:20260812T201243Z
CREATED:20260812T201243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T201243Z
UID:10013701-1789056000-1789066800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Faire at the Square-Drop-in
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy our “creative-reuse carnival” with themed games made from repurposed materials! Win prizes and learn about local plants and animals.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/faire-at-the-square-drop-in-2/
LOCATION:Cummings Square\, 536 N. Harlem Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Nature Play,Senior,Sustainability,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.88912203;-87.80641953
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cummings Square 536 N. Harlem Ave River Forest IL 60305 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=536 N. Harlem Ave:geo:-87.80641953,41.88912203
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T190000
DTSTAMP:20260803T202426Z
CREATED:20260803T202426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T202426Z
UID:10013402-1788975000-1788980400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Camping 101
DESCRIPTION:Learn basic skills like how to set up a tent\, build a fire\, dress for the weather and more!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/camping-101/
LOCATION:Camp Reinberg\, 1801 N Quentin Rd\, Palatine\, IL\, 60074\, United States
CATEGORIES:Campfire,Camping,Camping 101,Education,Northwest Cook County,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Forest Preserves of Cook County Campgrounds":MAILTO:experience.camping@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:42.14253314;-88.06152828
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T140000
DTSTAMP:20260806T151908Z
CREATED:20260806T151741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T151908Z
UID:10013410-1788962400-1788962400@fpdcc.com
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-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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T130000
DTSTAMP:20260817T181257Z
CREATED:20260811T200311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T181257Z
UID:10013601-1788958800-1788958800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Everyone in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inclusive sensory-based experience where individuals of all abilities and homeschool learners can explore and connect with nature through hands-on activities. Participants must be with an adult companion.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/everyone-in-nature-10/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adaptive Recreation,Education,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T100000
DTSTAMP:20260811T143743Z
CREATED:20260811T143743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T143743Z
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SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Fall Colors
DESCRIPTION:Learn about nature through sensory experiences\, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-fall-colors-2/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T100000
DTSTAMP:20260806T183618Z
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SUMMARY:Small Serendipity
DESCRIPTION:Nature stories\, crafts\, and activities. Children ages 3-6 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/small-serendipity/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Nature Play,North Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260906T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260906T150000
DTSTAMP:20260811T144940Z
CREATED:20260811T144940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T144940Z
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SUMMARY:Green Lake Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Restore the garden and help pollinators. No experience needed. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/green-lake-gardening-4/
LOCATION:Green Lake Woods\, 1100 River Oaks Drive\, Calumet City\, 60409
CATEGORIES:Gardening,South Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T120000
DTSTAMP:20260813T194049Z
CREATED:20260813T193544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T194049Z
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SUMMARY:Tiny Tot Day
DESCRIPTION:Join your little ones and enjoy nature through movement\, art and sensory play.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/tiny-tot-day-2/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Music,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.73766183;-87.68113707
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T130000
DTSTAMP:20260828T145639Z
CREATED:20260514T191436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T145639Z
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SUMMARY:Listening to Nature
DESCRIPTION:Rescheduled for October 3\, 2026: https://fpdcc.com/event/listening-to-nature-2/ \nW. Long will lead us in an exploration of the soundscape via the trails of the Sagawau Environmental Learning Center. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/listening-to-nature/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T210000
DTSTAMP:20260514T201930Z
CREATED:20260514T201930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T201930Z
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SUMMARY:Night of Nature Play
DESCRIPTION:Experience nature at night through open play\, star gazing and s’mores.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/night-of-nature-play-8/
LOCATION:Eggers Grove\, IL
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Campfire,Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,South Cook County,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.68965448;-87.52772533
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260823T100000
DTSTAMP:20260511T162532Z
CREATED:20260511T162532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T162532Z
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SUMMARY:Junior Naturalist Walk
DESCRIPTION:Earn a Junior Naturalist badge by taking a short walk\, then doing an indoor activity book. Ages 6-12 w/ caregiver.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/junior-naturalist-walk-6/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T203524Z
CREATED:20260512T203524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T203524Z
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SUMMARY:Thursdays in Nature: Geology - Can you dig it?
DESCRIPTION:Connect to nature with University of Illinois-Extension Master Naturalists through fun inquiry-based activities for both adults and kids. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/thursdays-in-nature-geology-can-you-dig-it/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Nature Play,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T093000
DTSTAMP:20260515T181719Z
CREATED:20260508T192804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T181719Z
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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-17/
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;VALUE=DATE:20260817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260821
DTSTAMP:20260514T210448Z
CREATED:20260514T210320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T210448Z
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SUMMARY:Environmental Education Camp
DESCRIPTION:Running from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm\, this camp helps children build teamwork skills through survival challenges\, activities\, and games. Group 1 is for ages 6–8\, Group 2 for ages 9–11. Cost is $25 per child.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/environmental-education-camp-2/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Camping,Education,Nature Play,South Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260816T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260816T130000
DTSTAMP:20260814T192302Z
CREATED:20260514T204243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T192302Z
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SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Hummingbirds
DESCRIPTION:Learn about nature through sensory experiences\, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-hummingbirds-2/
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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