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Youth can connect with nature at DuPage Forest Preserve summer camps In "Insect Investigators," STEM Camp participants will search for insects and find out what makes them tick at two camps: June 28 to July 2 camp at Waterfall Glen in Darien, or Aug. 9-13 at Fullersburg Woods in Oak Brook. Courtesy of Forest Preserve District of DuPage County Youth entering fifth or sixth grade can sign up for archery camp from July 12-16 at Camp Blackwell in Warrenville. Participants will learn...

Posted2/10/2021 7:26 PM To commemorate Womens History Month, Naper Settlement invites the community to stop by the extended "Women: Waves of Change" exhibit which explores the stories of women, past and present, who were and are foundational in the formation and development of Naperville and beyond. Naper and Heritage Galleries, located on the main level of the Pre-Emption House Visitor Center, are now reopened to the public.   The exhibit, which debuted in August, commemorates the 100th anniv...

Over 40 ice sculptures featured at Ice Fest in Downers Grove Feb. 13-14   Enjoy live ice carving demonstrations on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 13-14, at the annual Ice Fest Downtown Downers Grove. John Starks | Staff Photographer, 2019 Courtesy of Downtown Downers GroveMore than 40 ice sculptures will line the streets of the annual Ice Fest Downtown Downers Grove this weekend.   Updated 2/11/2021 2:29 PM The annual Ice Fest Downtown Downers Grove will be held Saturday and Sunday...

Naperville Park Districts 95th Street Community Plaza receives state award Naperville Park Districts 95th Street Community Plaza, which opened last summer, features a storybook-themed playground with custom-designed play pieces of popular stories in childrens literature. Courtesy of Naperville Park District   Updated 1/28/2021 5:58 PM On Jan. 28, the Illinois Park and Recreation Association announced at its annual conference that Naperville Park Districts 95th Street Community Pl...

DuPage, Kane and Kendall County youth can explore interests with 4-H virtual clubs and events   In February and March, the University of Illinois Extension-DuPage, Kane and Kendall is offering a variety of short-term clubs and one-time special learning events. Youth, age 8 to 18, can learn about dog care, skill training, fun tricks, and more in a six-week "Dog Training Spin Club." Joe Lewnard | Staff Photographer, 2016   Posted1/28/2021 9:50 PM DuPage, Kane and Kendall County yo...

Naper Settlements next "History Speaks" program will be on "African American Heroes and Sheroes" from 4 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 7.

Naperville Park Districts outdoor skating areas can open only after a period of extreme cold.

New Elmhurst History Museum exhibit focuses on the Great Depression The Civilian Conservation Corps camp in Elmhurst was a base for young men working on local public works projects during the Depression. Courtesy of Elmhurst History Museum Dominic A. Pacyga, emeritus professor of history at Columbia College Chicago   Updated 1/22/2021 9:04 AM It is an understatement to say that 2020 was one of the more difficult years in recent memory for most Americans. Yet, if history teaches us anythi...

Bundle up for a visit to Cosley Zoo Two white-tailed deer enjoy a taste of winter fun at Cosley Zoo in Wheaton. The zoo is open daily; pre-reserved, timed tickets are required for visitors. Courtesy of Cosley Zoo   Posted1/19/2021 12:57 PM Getting stir crazy indoors? Cosley Zoo in Wheaton remains open seven days a week this winter, offering families with a fun, safe, socially-distanced outdoor experience. On a footprint of approximately 5 acres, Cosley Zoo gives visitors an up-cl...

Posted1/15/2021 6:00 AM The St. Charles Park District may have to hold off on allowing a bunch of children at the same time into a new sensory garden and inclusive playground area until after the pandemic has subsided, but in the meantime it will still be a safe outdoor option with rules in place. As such, park district officials can look forward to this spring with a sense of excitement. Theyll have their calendars marked for Memorial Day weekend, targeting those days for a grand opening and r...