Forest Preserves of Cook County 2020 Spring Brochure

Makin’ Music Bluegrass Jam Make a simple musical instrument, or bring your own. Play or just listen–all are welcome! Sundays, Mar 8, Apr 5, May 10•1 pm Morning Bird Walks Enjoy a casual guided walk to look for birds and bird behavior. All welcome; binoculars available. Fridays, Mar 27, Apr 24, May 22 • 9:30 am MARCH One Earth Film Festival Join us for free lms and activities at Thatcher Pavilion, 8030 Chicago Ave. Visit oneearth lmfest.org for details Saturday, Mar 14 • 9 am–1pm 738 atcher Ave, River Forest, 708-366-6530 Building: 9 am–5 pm, closed Fridays, Grounds: 8 am–5 pm daily* *Building & grounds close at 4 pm in February Birdhouse Building Contest Build a creative, functional birdhouse. We’ll hang it up at Trailside where visitors will vote on their favorite. Visit fpdcc.com . Entries accepted Mar 1–May 22 Nature Story Times Nature-inspired stories, followed by a craft and snack. Children ages 3–6 w/adult. Thursdays, Mar 5&19, Apr 2 & 16, May 7 & 21 • 10:30 am Nature Tots* Join your tot in exploring nature! Come play with us and explore a different theme each month. Wednesdays, Mar11, Apr 8, May 13•10 am “Bone” Appétit Join us during feeding time to learn about Trailside’s outdoor resident animals. Sundays, Mar 15 & 29, Apr 12, May 24 & May 31 • 1 pm THROUGHOUT the SPRING Celebrate spring with a day of activities for all ages, including animal encounters, kids’ tree climb, guided wild ower walks, bird banding, dip netting, seed planting, building a bird house to take home, and more! Call 708-366-6530 for more information. Sunday, May 3 • 11 am–3 pm Spring Festival at Trailside 26