• Birding for Beginners

    Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, United States

    So many beautiful birds, where to begin!? Lets start with the basics and learn to use size, color and shape as tools to identify birds. Test out some new skills in the field as we hike through diverse bird habitats. Ages 12 or older. Participants younger than

  • Nature Journaling for Adults at Isle a la Cache

    Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

    Do you like to draw, doodle or document? Do you like to be outside? Join us while we creatively connect to the outdoors! A naturalist will introduce nature journaling, lead guided exercises and answer questions. All skill levels welcome. Each participant will get their own nature journal

  • Museum Campus Day

    Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

    Have you ever wondered whats going on in our 18th-century Traders Cabin or wanted to peek inside the Native American longhouse above the pollinator garden? This is your chance to explore all the buildings at Isle a la Cache Museum and learn about the French fur traders

  • These Books Are Made for Walking

    Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, United States

    Four Rivers Environmental Education Center and Three Rivers Public Library District are collaborating again! Join us to discuss novels inspired by nature while we stroll around Four Rivers. This months book is The Overstory by Richard Powers. Books will be available at Three Rivers Public Library Districts

  • Earth Day Festival

    Hidden Oaks Nature Center 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

    Come celebrate Earth Day at Hidden Oaks! Enjoy music, free henna, slacklining and demonstrations from local artisans while discovering fun ways to shrink your carbon footprint by going green. Meet the bees that make our honey, visit our resident animals, shop our green vendors and be sure

  • Spring Into Action

    Rock Run Rookery Preserve 23065 S. Youngs Rd., Joliet, United States

    Get outside and make a difference! Join like-minded people in cleaning up the banks of the Des Plaines River. It will be a morning of invigorating work and enthusiasm, and you are sure to leave with a sense of great accomplishment! Ages 14 and older. Participants younger

  • Live From Laurel Canyon

    Pontiac Township High School 1100 Indiana Ave, Pontiac, United States

    Mark your calendars and join the Livingston County Concert Association for the final concert of the season! They will be featuring the folk-rock band, Live from Laurel Canyon.   

  • Last & First: Mid-1800s Currency Issued by a Grundy County Bank in Morris, Illinois

    Wesley Center 111 W. North St., Morris, IL, United States

    Morris Illinois was a prime spot for commerce in the mid 1800s. The Illinois & Michigan Canal was located to the south of town, and new railroad tracks to the north. In the early 1860s the country and economy were going through major changes due to the

  • First Time Fishing

    Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm 475 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

    Theres no time like the present to learn a new skill! Learn fishing basics, such as putting tackle on the pole and baiting the hook. Practice casting and gain hands-on experience while fishing along the shoreline with the guidance of an instructor. All materials are provided, including