Forest Preserves of Cook County 2026 Fall Brochure

23 • Chicago *Registration required. For more information or registration, please email centralzoneprogram @ cookcountyil.gov or call 312.533.5751. EXPLORE MORE PAGES 4–12 Eco-Print Dyeing Workshop* Learn how to make your own plant press and create an eco-print. Saturday, Oct 10 • 1–3 pm Evans Field, W Bloomingdale Ave & Thatcher Ave, River Grove NOVEMBER Photography Walk All levels and camera types. Wednesday, Nov 18 • 10 am–Noon Bemis Woods-South, Ogden Ave, west of Wolf Rd, Western Springs America 250: Americana Folk Art* Learn how to carve a linoleum block and learn about Americana folk art. Materials provided. Ages 12 & up. Saturday, Nov 14 • 10 am–Noon Additional Central Zone Events SEPTEMBER Faire at the Square Enjoy our “creative-reuse carnival” with themed games made from repurposed materials! Win prizes and learn about local plants and animals. Thursday, Sept 10 • 4–7 pm Cummings Square, 536 N Harlem Ave, River Forest Kayak the Des Plaines* Kayak 3 miles, from Schuth’s Grove to Plank Road Meadow. Equipment, shuttle provided. Beginners welcome. Saturday, Sept 12 • 9 am–Noon Schuth’s Grove, W Cermak Rd, west of Des Plaines Ave, Riverside All About Canines Learn about the diverse family of canines —from wolves to domestic dogs—and their impact through exhibits and activities. Wednesday, Sept 30 • 5–7 pm Miller Meadow-South, 1st Ave, south of Roosevelt Rd, Forest Park OCTOBER 73rd Annual Powwow Celebrate Native American culture and enjoy traditional Powwow, food and more. Presented with American Indian Center of Chicago. More info: aicchicago.org . Saturday, Oct 3 • 11 am–5 pm Schiller Woods-East, W Irving Park Rd, west of N Cumberland Ave, Chicago CENTRAL 27