Wildlife Connections
River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL, United StatesStop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals, and birds from the residents of Misericordia – Heart of Mercy.
Free
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Events Calendar
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Animal
Paws-itively Magical
Oakbrook Center 100 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL, United StatesWhether they’ve been naughty or nice, treat your furry friends to the spirit of Christmas. Stop in for pet photos with Santa and create a new holiday tradition that’s totally...
Night Dives: Illinois Resident Free Evenings
Shedd Aquarium 1200 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United StatesOur Illinois Resident Free Days include access to all open animal and permanent exhibit and seasonal Stingray Touch. Take a deeper look at our current available exhibits here. We offer...
Free
Nature Discovery Days
Knoch Knolls Nature Center 320 Knoch Knolls Road, Naperville, IL, United StatesDiscover the owls that live in our area year-round and the ones that might visit during the winter months. Investigate the amazing adaptations owls possess to hunt at night, play...
Free
Scales-N-Tales Storytime
Franklin Park Public Library 10311 Grand Avenue, Franklin Park, IL, United StatesStart your Friday morning off at the library with a fun storytime all about animals. A new animal each week! Some bilingual Spanish.
Free
Nature Center Open House
Lake View Nature Center 63 Hodges Road, Oakbrook Terrace, IL, United StatesWould you like to learn more about the programs and events at the Nature Center? Do you want to visit some cool critters? Come to our open houses every month...
Free
What’s On The Menu?
River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL, United StatesJoin us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Free
Horse Drawn Wagonette Ride
Downtown Downers Grove 933A Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, United StatesEnjoy a horse drawn wagonette ride through downtown Downers Grove on Sunday, December 1st, 1-4pm. Rides depart from 1028 Curtiss Street. For information on more events like this, check...
Free
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