Events Calendar
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Forest Preserve District of Cook County
Thursdays in the Field
Trailside Museum of Natural History 738 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL, United StatesDrop in at Trailside on the 3rd Thursday of each month to connect to nature through fun themed activities for adults and kids. Led by the IL Ext. Master naturalists. Sep 19: “Native Seed Explorers” Oct 17: “Night Fliers – Bats & Owls”
Hispanic Heritage Drop-in Celebration
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center 9800 Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs, IL, United StatesCelebrate the conclusion of this special month by making traditional artwork, which can be incorporated into our Dia de Los Muertos altar. A Mariachi band will also be performing, from 12:30-1 pm, before the program.
Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt Drop In
Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road, Barrington, IL, United StatesFind all the hidden pumpkins during a fun self-guided scavenger hunt. Costumes encouraged.
Fall Festival
River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL, United StatesCelebrate the season with a special day of autumn fun. Entertainment, beekeeping demonstrations, animal encounters, pumpkin painting, honey sales, and more! Admission is free; there may be small fees for some activities and food available to purchase. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests.
Nature’s Art Box
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center 9800 Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs, IL, United StatesJoin us for a nature-based art activity. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
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.
Fall Colors Scavenger Hunt
Caldwell Woods W Devon Ave & N Nagle Ave, Chicago, United StatesExplore the trails of Caldwell Woods and look for fall colors with a scavenger hunt.
The Great Sand Ridge (Tiny) Pumpkin Hunt
Sand Ridge Nature Center 15891 S Paxton Ave, South Holland, IL, United StatesDiscover hidden pumpkins on a fun scavenger hunt. Take home your own pumpkin after finding them all. While supplies last. Costumes encouraged! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.
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