Follow a short trail and read a posted children’s nature story. Then pick up an activity bag with a craft […]
Short, calming nature discovery walk. Ages 2-4 w/adult.
Foster families, connect with other foster families while kayaking on the pond! Instruction and equipment provided.
Learn about periodical (17 year) cicadas! Insect discovery walks, live cicada viewing and more. Family program.
Bring in your gently used books and leave with some new-to-you books! Books can be of any genre and reading […]
Mindful and meditative guided nature walk. Ages 18 & up.
Make a simple musical instrument with us or bring your own and join the jam! All ages welcome to join […]
Program dla najmłodszych miłośników natury. Z pomocą znanych i lubianych wierszyków poznamy owady, ptaki i inne zwierzęta i poszukamy ich […]
Listen to a nature-themed book read aloud by North Riverside Public Library, followed by an activity. Stay after for a […]
Join local artist, Phyllis Frick, in making collages of plants, animals and landscapes. Ages 55 and up.
Reconnect with nature. Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led during a leisurely walk. Grove 6.
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to […]
Learn how to kayak on moving water. Class includes a 3-mile trip down the Des Plaines River. Instruction, equipment, kayaks […]
Mindful and meditative guided nature walk. Ages 18 & up.
Look for birds with Chicago Bird Alliance. Grove 7.
Presented with River Forest Public Library. We’ll read stories and do a simple nature activity. Weather dependent. Ages 0 to […]
Connect to nature through fun inquiry-based activities. Different theme/activities each month. Drop in.
Join the American Indian Center of Chicago to learn the importance of the solstice to the Native community; enjoy traditional […]
Join us for a lively discussion of “Entangled Life” by Merlin Sheldrake, a book about fungi and forests. Ages 18 […]
Celebrate Pride Month with a casual nature hike to enjoy the sights, sounds, and scents of early summer. Family program.
