Upcoming Events

Ages 6 – 8
Wednesdays, September 10 – October 15

Outdoor play is vital to child development and well-being. This program, designed to allow children to interact with nature in unique ways, teaches children about nature and the outdoors. Activities include discovery, challenges and games.

Registration deadline: Monday, September 1

Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, September 10 – October 15

This class is designed to help you maintain the strength, mobility and power at age 100 that you have now. You’ll work motor units—which disappear if we don’t use them—and all types of muscle, from slow twitch to fast twitch. All levels are welcome. Taught by certified yoga instructor Dan Loofboro. Please bring a yoga mat and water.

Registration deadline: Monday, September 8

Recommend for ages 3 – 5
Thursdays, September 11, October 9 & November 13

This take-home kit features crafts and activities revolving around a fun nature-based seasonal theme! There will be three different kits — one for each month!

Registration deadline: Thursday, September 4

Ages 9 – 13

Try new art skills during this fun, nature-themed crafting program. Each session will offer different options for participants to choose from, allowing them to work independently or get creative together!

Registration deadline: Thursday, September 4

Ages 18 and up

Join us on a stroll through your park! A naturalist will point out seasonal changes and discuss the wildlife we observe. Hike is on a natural path.

Registration deadline: Tuesday, September 9

Ages 14 and up

Learn two historical camera-less photographic processes while creating beautiful botanical images with local artist and educator Heather Ballard. We will collaborate with the sun and the parks natural resources to create frame-able works of art! All supplies are included. You may bring flowers or leaves from your yard or garden!

Registration deadline: Thursday, September 4

Ages 12 – 17 plus a family member over 21
Sundays, September 14 – October 19

Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this fall! This for-fun league is open to any doubles teams (men’s, women’s, or mixed doubles) comprised of a teen and their parent/guardian or other close family member over the age of 21.

Registration deadline: Sunday, August 31

Ages 18 and up
Mondays, September 15 – October 20

Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this fall! This for-fun league is open to any doubles teams (men’s, women’s or mixed doubles) at the intermediate level.

Registration deadline: Sunday, August 31

Ages 18 months – 4 years with adult companion

We will complete crafts with nature/sensory themes, read stories, play games and take short hikes in the park. The theme for September is ‘Hello, Fall!’. This program is limited to one adult companion per registrant. Backpacks and front carriers are appropriate if your child is not walking. Strollers are not recommended at parks with natural terrain.

Registration deadline: Thursday, September 11

Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays, September 16 – October 21

Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this fall! All leagues are 6 weeks long. Please note, this is a league designed for players with a strong understanding of pickleball rules, and who are at an intermediate level of competition. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.

Registration deadline: Sunday, August 31

Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, September 17 – October 22

Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this fall! All leagues are 6 weeks long. This for-fun league is open to any doubles teams (men’s, women’s, or mixed doubles) at the beginner level. Please note, this is a league designed for players with a basic understanding of pickleball rules, but who are still early in their pickleball skill development. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.

Registration deadline: Sunday, August 31