Youth and their families are invited to create a sculpture inspired by Nick Cave: Forothermore with Chicago artist Miriam Bahena-Cardona Bisby outdoors at Seneca Park. This event is held in collaboration with Seneca Park Council. Learn more about events happening at Seneca Park and Eli Schulman Playground on Facebook. MCA Family Days, where Chicago artists...
Dig with the dinosaurs at the library! Join Ms. Carlee in an outdoor adventure as we search for dinosaur eggs, excavate fossils, and learn about different kinds of prehistoric plants and animals.
Create a keepsake your family will treasure in this collaborative and colorful group/family activity.
Are you really taking care of your pup during the hottest days of summer? Join Jesse Flores to learn tips and tricks for caring for your pooch during the Dog Days of summer. From summer bath time to special diets, beat the heat this summer with your best friend and learn how to spoil your...
Enjoy July’s full moon fireside at Isle a la Cache’s amphitheater. Listen to legends and folktales all about the moon and get a chance to take a closer look at the lunar surface with a telescope. We will also provide marshmallows, graham crackers and chocolate for s’mores! Feel free to bring camp chairs and blankets...
Let the full moon be our guide as we walk in the largest Urban Night Sky Place in the world. All ages. Please bring binoculars, limited pairs to lend.
Search the Youth Services department and see if you can spot all the bugs we've hidden! A surprise is in store for kids who can find them all. This scavenger hunt will run continually while prize supplies last, or until our next scavenger hunt arrives. ¡Busque en el departamento de Youth Services y vea si...
Lyman Woods will be here monthly to share with us all sorts of fun facts about the outdoors.
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