Migratory Bird Day: Raptor Encounter
River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL, United StatesGet up close with live birds of prey.
Free
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Investigating Invertebrates with Peck Farm Park
Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, Geneva, IL, United StatesJoin us as we learn about the characteristics of insects and invertebrates and their important role in our ecosystem! There will also be a visit from El Guapo, a Mexican Red-Knee Tarantula, from Peck Farm Park!
Free
Pollinator Day
Franklin Park Public Library 10311 Grand Avenue, Franklin Park, IL, United StatesVia the Village Website- The Village of Franklin Park will host its first annual Pollinator Day on Saturday, May 18, from 11 AM until 1:30 PM at the Gazebo on 9501 Belmont. Bring the family and learn how to help pollinators thrive in your garden and enjoy honey samples and informational displays about bees, butterflies,...
Free
Spring Road Pet Parade
Wild Meadows Trace Park Intersection of York Street and South Street, Elmhurst, IL, United StatesPet Adoption Organizations Onsite. Monetary Donation Drive for Local Animal Shelters. Concessions Available. Awards for Pet Contests, Vendors, Food, Crafts.
Free
Paws at the Library
Poplar Creek Public Library 1405 S. Park Avenue, Streamwood, IL, United StatesWho doesn’t love dogs! Come meet and play with therapy dogs and pet the stress of final exams and the school year away. Drinks and treats are to be served. All are welcome!
Free
Bark in the Park
Heritage Park Performance Pavilion 201 Community Boulevard, Wheeling, IL, United StatesJoin us for a morning of fun for you and your furry friends! This event includes an agility course, photo booth and dog-friendly goodies while supplies last. Attendees will have the opportunity to adopt a new best friend from Heartland Animal Shelter! Heartland’s mission is to provide care, humane treatment and adoption for dogs and...
Free
Cicada Adventures
Various Locations IL, United StatesThe 17-year periodical cicadas are set to emerge again this summer! Don't miss out on the chance to celebrate their emergence on a guided hike! Cicada Adventures will take place on the following dates, free, no registration required. Questions? Call 630-933-7248. May 22 • 3 – 6 p.m. • Fullersburg Woods June 1 • 9...
Free
Turtles of Will County
Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E. Romeo Rd, Romeoville, IL, United StatesIn shell-ebration of World Turtle Day on May 23, an interpretive naturalist will give an informative presentation on the different turtle species that can be found in Will County, followed by a feeding of our resident Blanding’s turtles.
Free
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