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Forest Preserves of Cook County Events and Activities 6/17 - 7/22/2014
Thursday, 6/19; 6:30 pm pre activities; movie at dusk
Films in the Forest, Cummings Square, 536 N. Harlem, River Forest
"Over the Hedge" Rated PG
A scheming raccoon fools a mismatched family of forest creatures into helping him repay a debt of food, by invading the new suburban sprawl that popped up while they were hibernating...and learns a lesson about family himself.
Friday, 6/20; check in at 7:15pm, program begins at 7:30 pm
Nightlife: Raptors, River Trail Nature Center, 3120 Milwaukee Avenue, Northbrook
Join us on a summer's night for a unique, nature-themed event, led by one of our naturalists. Visit with our resident birds of prey and learn about the unique characteristics that help them survive. Limited entries; registration required; please call 847-824-8360; $2 per person.
Saturdays and Sundays, 6/21 - 10/12, 1:30 and 2:30 pm
Garden Chef Series, Chicago Botanic Garden
Accomplished chefs from Chicago and the suburbs visit the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden's demonstration kitchen to offer their take on cooking with fresh, local produce.
Saturday, 6/21; 10 am - 3 pm
"Juneteenth" Celebration, Sand Ridge Nature Center, 15891 Paxton Avenue, South Holland
Join us as we celebrate freedom, family, and Country with our historical Underground Railroad program. Enjoy history displays, an interactive interpretive hike, traditional music, wild edibles, crafts and much more.
Every Sunday in June & July; 10 am
Yoga in Nature, Crabtree Nature Center, 3 Stover Road, Barrington
Experience an open approach to yoga by practicing outdoors with a Master Yoga Instructor. Classes pare yoga down to its original link with nature. Registration and release form required.
Mondays, 6/23, 7/28; 10 am - 2 pm
Monarch Mondays, Sagawau Environmental Learning Center, 12545 West 111th Street, Lemont
Take an in-depth look at the Monarch butterfly. Learn about its life cycle...
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