Park District of Oak Park

Contour Fish Sculpture
2022-06-26 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
Paper is commonly thought of as a material strictly for use in two-dimensional art. However, it can be a form of sculpture, especially when various types of paper are combined as a collage. In this project, students create a three-dimensional “contour line drawing” out of soft, flexible sculpture wire, then cover it with decorative papers and tissue. The finished sculptures are lightweight and whimsical.

Public Skate
2022-06-25 18:00 - 20:30, 2022-06-24 18:15 - 20:15, 2022-06-19 13:45 - 15:45, 2022-06-18 18:00 - 20:30, 2022-06-17 18:15 - 20:15
Skate rental is available at $3

3D Painting on Glass 6/25
2022-06-25 12:00 - 15:00
Take a leap into the third dimension as we paint tree landscapes from a neighboring park on 3
layers of clear glass. In this one session workshop we will delve into the permanence of oil
paints on glass, how to apply and manipulate the paints to capture your unique painting style,
and finally how to think about depth and transparency to create a cohesive image in three
layers that is full of depth, interest, and life. Your painted glass panes will finally be installed into
a shadow box style frame allowing you to further build depth creating that magical lively quality
that is so unique to this style of glass painting.
*We will meet and work in the park. Precise meeting directions forthcoming. In the event of
foul weather we will work inside the Dole Center*

Pulp Painting
2022-06-25 10:00 - 12:00
Nonbleeding tissue paper is combined with water and torn so that the paper fibers separate and make a rough pulp. Pressing the paper onto a canvas causes the fibers to re-bond with one another and, when dry, form a thicker, stronger paper. Create colorful abstractions, landscapes, and more with this fun technique.

Telescope Talks: Exoplanetary Life with the JPL
2022-06-24 19:00 - 20:30
Come join Mark Benson, our resident Solar System Ambassador, for a very special Telescope Nights! We'll be joined virtually by an astrobiologist from the Jet Propulsion Lab in California, who will tell us all about NASA's search for life on other planets. Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known – let's see what we can find!
This program is free and open to astronomy enthusiasts of all ages!

Wacky Weaving
2022-06-24 18:00 - 20:00
Create a basket with a slight twist. Yarn soaked in glue, ribbon, raffia, cords and more can be used to make a looping and overlapping network to weave through and about. Be free to lump and overlap in the organic style basket form.

"Uncorked" at the Conservatory
2022-06-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Oak Park Conservatory, 615 Garfield St, Oak Park, IL, 60304, United States
Enjoy an evening of music and drinks outdoors at the Oak Park Conservatory. Advanced registration is required and includes two drink tickets and an appetizer per Adult. 21+

Noon Skate
2022-06-24 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-06-22 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-06-20 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-06-17 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-06-15 12:00 - 13:00
Participants who preregister for public skate will be let into RCRC 15 minutes before the set start time. Participants are encouraged to put their skates on prior to entering the building and take their skates off once they have exited at the end of their skate.
Face coverings fully covering the participants mouth and nose are required at all times when inside the building and skating. While on the ice, all participants are to maintain 6 feet of distance from other patrons not in their family group.
Wipes and hand sanitizer will be provided. Participants will also have access to the single use bathrooms.
Skate rental is available at no additional cost.

Paddlewheel Riverboat Ride
2022-06-24 09:00 - 16:00
Spend the day along the river in downtown St. Charles. Shop, check out a museum or 2, and get lunch before we travel through a green corridor of scenic beauty on a paddlewheel boat down the Fox river at 1:30pm. Along the way, listen to an audio script of historic sights and stories with highlighted spots along the river. Each cruise is unique for viewing wildlife. Sometimes you might see an eagle or a turtle, other times an osprey or a family of foxes. Both boats have open-air upper decks for unobstructed sightseeing and the lower decks have windows that can be closed in cool or rainy weather. Pickup: Dole Center 9am/Pleasant Home 9:10am/Fox Center 9:15am Ages 50+ Easy Walking.

Movies in the Park: "In the Heights"
2022-06-23 | Scoville Park, 800 Lake St, Oak Park, 60301, United States
Summer Movies
May 19 – Sep 15
Join us for a summer full of some of the best flicks out there! Grab a blanket, dinner or snacks and join usunder the stars to enjoy action, fun and song! Movies are all free and open to the public – no pre-registrations needed, simply show up and enjoy!
As a reminder, all alcoholic beverages, smoking and e-cigarettes are prohibited in our Parks so we appreciate your cooperation. In the event of bad weather, please check the Park District website and social media for rain out information.
Thursday, May 19: “Soul”
Thursday, Jun 23: “In the Heights”
Thursday, Jul 21: “Spiderman No Way Home”
Thursday, Aug 18: “Babe” (Throw Back Thursday!)
Thursday, Sep 15: “Knives Out”

Fish 101 with Carnivore Oak Park
2022-06-22 19:00 - 20:30
Does cooking fish and shellfish intimidate you? Join the team from Carnivore Oak Park on the Cheney Mansion patio for basics in cleaning and filleting a fish. Also watch sample demos on preparing fish properly for teh grill. All products are from Carnivore's fantastic inventory of products. Carnivore will provide sample tastngs, so bring along your favorite beverage to sip. Ages 21+

Brews & Botany: June - Kinslahger Brewing
2022-06-21 19:00 - 20:30
Are you interested in learning the science behind some of our favorite beverages? Come to Cheney Mansion for a beertasting with Kinslahger Brewing Company, and learn about what goes into making your hometown beers! Snacks provided to go with you drink.
Each date will feature a different local business specializing in coffee, tea, beer, and more! Ages 21+

June Storybook Nature Walks
2022-06-21 09:00 - 10:00
Grab your strollers and wagons and join us for an early morning story walk around Scoville Park! With activities themed around animals, these walks provide sensory experiences for kids and plenty of toddler-adult bonding time.
Register for the whole month of classes above. Unable to come every week? No worries – use the calendar below to register for drop-in sessions!
This month's theme is: Animals

6/7 – Rabbits
6/14 – Squirrels
6/21 – Birds
6/28 – Bugs

This is an adult-tot class, and it is expected that an adult accompanies the registered child for the duration of the program. This is not a drop-off program.

Mixed Media Poetry 6/20
2022-06-20 18:30 - 19:30
Whether you're a bona fide poet or you didn't even know it, come use word stickets, fill-in-the-blank templates, and pages from ruined books and magazines to create your own mixed media poetry masterpiece.

Summer Concerts: "Jaime Clay"
2022-06-19 18:00 - 19:30 | Scoville Park, 800 Lake St, Oak Park, 60301, United States
2022 Concerts in the Park!
June 12 – August 28
Sundays, 6:00-7:30P
Located at Scoville Park
We are looking forward to what we hope will be the full return of our Summer Concert Series in Scoville Park starting Sunday, June 12th and running weekly through Sunday August 28th.
Join us for some free, family-friendly entertainment!
Sunday concerts run from 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. with set up beginning at 4:30. The Park District of Oak Park provides and easily accessible stage and power and bands would need to provide amplification and microphones.
Band Schedule
Jun 12 – Bopology Swing Machine
Jun 19 – Jaime Clay
Jun 26 – The Half Brits
Jul 3 – Whiskey Thunder
Jul 10 – Kettlestrings
Jul 17 – Summer Drive
Jul 24 – Compass Rose
Jul 31 – Earthmother
Aug 7 – The Great Crusades
Aug 14 – Chicago Latin Groove
Aug 21 – The Right Now
Aug 28 – The Jolly Ringwalds

High School Rat Hockey
2022-06-19 17:15 - 18:15
All players must pre-register at least 1 hour prior to the session.
Gear Requirements 18 & Up: Face covering, helmet, elbow pads, gloves, shin pads, hockey skates
Gear Requirements 17 & Under: Full gear – helmet w/ full face shield, chest pad, elbow pads, hockey gloves, hockey pants, shin pads, skates
Stick & Puck is for open hockey and skill practice only.
Scrimmages of any sort are strictly prohibited.
Coaching and instruction of any sort is strictly prohibited during Skills & Drills sessions.

All Ages Stick & Puck
2022-06-19 16:00 - 17:00

The Sol Ring
2022-06-19 13:00 - 15:00
Artist Sol LeWitt is quoted “Each person draws a line differently and each person understand worlds differently.” Join us for a little art game where you instructor will give simple instructions and you will execute them according to you own interpretations. Leave with a unique drawing all your own.

Art Rocks!
2022-06-18 12:00 - 14:00
Come paint rocks for your rock garden. Using rocks we supply participants can show off their creativity and design their own unique garden!

Swaying Leaves
2022-06-18 10:00 - 12:00
Create a melodious kinetic sculpture that looks like leaves moving in the wind. Participants will learn to play with balance to create a functional art piece that is aesthetically please with a soft chime.

Safe Sitter: 6/18
2022-06-18 09:30 - 15:00
Featuring Updated Curriculum from Safe Sitter Inc.! Safe Sitter prepares students to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. Students learn life-saving skills such as how to rescue someone who is choking, and helpful information like what to do if there is severe weather. The lessons are filled with fun activities and role-playing exercises.Please bring a bag lunch.
Safe Sitter Course Content:
Safety Skills: Students learn how to prevent unsafe situations and what to do when faced with dangers such as power failures or weather emergencies.
Child Care Skills: Students learn tips to manage behavior that will help them stay in control of themselves and the children in their care. Students also learn the ages and stages of child development, as well as practice diapering.
Life & Business Skills: The ability to screen jobs, discuss fees, and greet employers will set students up for success now and in the future. Students practice these skills through various role plays.

Try-It: Ceramics 6/17
2022-06-17 18:00 - 20:00
Want to experiment with clay? Join us for an introduction, discovery, and exploration to wheel and hand-building techniques. No take-home projects in this class. As it is purely an exploration workshop.
