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From sorting pinecones to digging in smooth seeds, children ages 1β5 will explore the sights, smells, and textures that nature has to offer during this free, open-ended experience. Take in a tall tale during story time, get messy at the process art station, sift and scoop at the sensory bin, or make music.
Age: Ages 3-5; accompanied by an adult Join us monthly for nature-themed programs geared toward 3-5 year olds. Hands-on activities may include a hike, story, games, music, art and more. Be prepared for indoor and outdoor activities. We encourage experiencing the outdoors, rain or shine, so please dress accordingly. Plum Creek Nature Center is an...
Meet & greet local rescue dogs from the Almost Home Foundation This event is FREE and open to the public! Leashed βdog friendlyβ dogs are welcome.
An event for pets and their well-behaved humans. The Pet Event is your opportunity to meet 15+ area rescue organizations β saving all manner of creatures from dogs to lizards β shop 20+ pet-related vendors and watch animal demos. Food and fall-related treats available for purchase.
Jayson Home will be having its first ever Petting Zoo in their garden courtyard at 1885 N Clybourn, Chicago on Saturday, September 9th from 12 - 3PM. All are welcome to come pet small goats, lambs, bunnies, and a few chicks and ducklings. The free event will also feature pony rides, pony beers and treats...
Save the date for the 11th Annual Westmont Pets in the Park event! Bring you pets and enjoy a day in the park together! Pick up something for them and you at our vendor booths. Don't have a pet? There will be plenty on hand with a number of animal shelter booths to visit. All...
Sharpen skills and discover hidden fishing talents at the Bloomingdale Park Districtβs annual Fishing Derby! Stocked each spring at the Bloomingdale-Roselle Rotary Club Fish Release, Lakeview Park is filled to the brim with an abundance of fish species. Prizes are awarded for all types of catches including biggest, smallest, weirdest, and more. Participants must bring...
Register by Wednesday, September 20. So you think you can fish? Then this event is for you! All participants will have two hours to catch as many fish as they can. Prizes are then awarded in a variety of categories. All fishermen are required to register before the deadline, as registration will not take place...
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