PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES
The Grove
REUSABLE BAG DECORATING
Just in time for Earth Day ! Reduce the impact of plastic bags on the environment and decorate your own reusable bag to use all summer long going to our pools , carrying library books , or shopping at the Farmers Market . All supplies provided . One canvas tote bag per participant included .
Location : The Grove |
ID # |
DAY / TIME |
DATE |
307611-A |
Su • 3:15-4:30 pm |
4 / 18 |
AGES |
FEE ( R / NR ) |
|
3 + |
$ 12 /$ 15 |
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SLITHERIN ' SNAKES
Meet some common Illinois snakes and their babies , discover how they move , what they eat , and where to find them ! Hands-on encounters and activities will help shed light on some of the common misconceptions about these legless wonders . Note : Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult . Please register each family member separately .
Location : The Grove |
ID # |
DAY / TIME |
DATE |
307112-A |
Sa • 3:15-4:30 pm |
4 / 10 |
AGES |
FEE ( R / NR ) |
|
5 + |
$ 8 /$ 10 |
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BACKYARD BIRDS
Learn where , when , and how to find birds in your neighborhood . Create a birdfeeder to help attract birds to your yard . Guided outdoor Bird walk included . Please bring binoculars or share ours . Fee listed is per person ; please register each family member separately .
Location : The Grove |
ID # |
DAY / TIME |
DATE |
307510-A |
Sa • 3:15-4:30 pm |
5 / 8 |
AGES |
FEE ( R / NR ) |
|
6 + |
$ 10 /$ 12 |
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KENNICOTT GIRLS CLUB
Experience what life was like growing up on the prairie in the 1800s . We ' ll get to know several women from history , as we learn about the traditional roles they were bound by , how these women broke the rules , and their important contributions that helped shape our world today . The Kennicott Girls Club combines history and STEM-based education in a fun , immersive program that lets kids try new things , develop confidence and think outside the box .
Location : Kennicott House |
ID # |
DAY / TIME |
DATES |
307050-A |
Sa • 9:30-11:30 am |
4 / 17-6 / 5 |
AGES |
FEE ( R / NR ) |
|
7-12 |
$ 120 /$ 150 |
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