December's full moon has many names, including the storytelling moon. Bundle up for a night of wonder hearing moon lore and legend while hiking a moonlit trail. Then share your own stories while roasting moon pies over a campfire. Fee: Free! Age: All ages. This program takes
Coming to the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet, IL is Dean Z's Rockin' Christmas Show. Get ready to rock into the holiday spirit when award-winning and internationally acclaimed entertainer Dean Z, alongside his high-energy band and the beautiful Dynamite Singers as they present your favorite rock 'n'
Saturday night only! Get the REAL story behind the gnomes. These wee creatures tend to be a wee-bit tipsy, so they're ready to spill the beans in the live, comedy production held in the indoor theatre.
Start the day off right with some self-care, beautiful nature and quiet reflection. This program includes a 35- to 45-minute all-levels yoga session and a 35- to 45-minute hike along our scenic trails. Fee: Free! Age: Ages 14 or older. Participants younger than 18 must be accompanied
Come learn about the winter survival tactics of the mammals, reptiles and amphibians that call Thorn Creek home. We will explore different types of hibernation. After the hike, participants will create a pinecone creature to take home. This program is sponsored by the Thorn Creek Audubon Society.
Watch our streets fill up with cool new vendors offering foods, handmade specialty pieces, home goods, and all the perfect last-minute gifts you could need!
How will you choose to make discoveries in the preserve? By listening, feeling or using another one of your senses? Choose a search card or two inside the nature center before heading out to explore. After your successful search is complete, return to the nature center for
Experience Christmas past with a guided tour through a house lit only by candles and fireplaces while hearing stories from Ted Weber and Bill Phelan about past ways of life and Christmas traditions
Let's go faux camping. Bring your little explorer to Four Rivers for a camping experience with a story, hands-on activities, s'mores, crafts and free play. Fee: Free! Age: Ages 3-5. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Please register yourself along with your child. We encourage
Unleash your creativity in this dynamic, two-hour abstract painting workshop! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, this class offers the perfect balance of structure and freedom. In the first hour, Amanda will guide you through various abstract techniques, from color blending and brushwork to creative
Peter will be on a limited tour this holiday season hosting a series of screenings of A Christmas Story. The evening will include a pre-show meet and greet, screening of the 1983 film, and a moderated Q&A where Billingsley will share stories from the movie set, behind-the-scenes
Experience Christmas past with a guided tour through a house lit only by candles and fireplaces while hearing stories from Ted Weber and Bill Phelan about past ways of life and Christmas traditions.
Learn to craft a custom decorative wood board using the art of pyrography. You'll learn the basic techniques of decorative wood burning, which, although dating back centuries, can be expressed with fun, contemporary designs. Using a pen-like burning tool, you'll work on small wood pieces to practice
The Rialto Square Theatre Foundation invites you to attend its inaugural young adult event, the Jingle Mingle! Each ticket includes: event admission, Christmas-themed appetizers, and drink tickets for the cash bar. The event will feature a live DJ and a limited-time signature cocktail! Wear your ugliest Christmas
Enjoy Classical Blast - Dark Side of the Yule, where Christmas meets classic rock! Join us for the last indoor auditorium theater concert of 2024!
Trees hold mysteries even when not hiding behind their foliage. Celebrate the beginning of stick season, where trees have lost their leaves and appear to be huge sticks in the ground. Discover the beauty of individual species' barks, the distinct shapes they form without us even knowing
Sankt Nikolaus has confirmed he will make three special visits to the Mansion. You and your family will have the opportunity to take a photo with him. During his first visit to the Mansion (and if you've been good all year) you can have cookies and hot
Join us for an evening of fun while we learn the art of Needle Punching! Our finished project will be a needle punched holiday tree scene on a 5 embroidery hoop. Needle Punching is a slow and relaxing art, you will be able to take home all
In this live-action adaptation of the beloved children's tale by Dr. Seuss The reclusive green Grinch (Jim Carrey) decides to ruin Christmas for the cheery citizens of Whoville. Reluctantly joined by his hapless dog, Max, the Grinch comes down from his mountaintop home and sneaks into town
Birdwatch with hot, freshly brewed, bird-friendly coffee from the comfort of the Isle a la Cache Museum library. Chat about the birds that show up at the feeders through the picture windows and enjoy the company of others over winter morning muffins. Fee: Free! Age: Ages 16
Who goes there? Winter may seem like a quieter time for birds, but it is a special time for owls in our woods! Join us to learn about the owls of Will County and what makes this time of year special to listen for them. After an
Let the cool air and a mindful walk lead you to calmness. This women-only hike will be a way to get outside for a quick fitness walk after the holiday season. This naturalist-led hike may have a few stops along the way to enjoy the tranquility of
Join a naturalist as we help restore our ecosystems by removing invasive species. Tools and safety gear provided. Ages 12 & up.
Need to relax? Want to reconnect with nature in a new way? Join an interpretive naturalist for this simple Japanese method of being calm and quiet amongst the trees. We will meet and learn a few tips then walk to the trail for guided mindful activities. Fee:
Learn about the diets of our ambassador animals and observe a feeding demonstration. Registration required.Contact organizer to sign up, (708) 839-6897