Park District of Oak Park

Yappy Social Hour
2022-05-26 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)
Bring your prized pooch for social hour on the lawn of Cheney Mansion. Drinks and hors d'oeuvres will be served as you mingle with other owners while taking in the beauty of your Oak Park surroundings. This progaam is in partnership ith the Animal Care League—Helping Homeless Animals since 1973. Ages 21+

Noon Skate
2022-05-26 11:30 - 13:00, 2022-05-25 11:30 - 13:00, 2022-05-24 11:30 - 13:00, 2022-05-23 11:30 - 13:00, 2022-05-20 11:30 - 13:00, 2022-05-19 11:30 - 13:00
Noon Skate:$8
Skate Rental:$3
Pre-Registration and Walk-Ins accepted.
Rink Membership and Skate Rental Punch Passes are available under the "Membership/Passes" and "Punch Passes" tabs.

Migratory Songbird Watching 5/26
2022-05-26 09:00 - 10:00
Here come the birds! Our feathery friends who flew south for the winter have returned; come join us in welcoming them back! We’ll use our binoculars to see how many we can find, and play some bird bingo!

Preschool Playtime (Ages 1-6)
2022-05-25 10:15 - 11:45, 2022-05-24 10:15 - 11:45, 2022-05-20 13:00 - 14:30
$6 per visit OR $5 a visit with a prepaid 10 visit pass for $50.
A favorite with all our preschoolers, this is an open gym for children 1-6 years old. All children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times. Snacks during playtime in the lobby are highly discouraged. Water fountains are not available for use, so bring your own water bottle. Drop-ins not accepted once we receive max registrations.
Max pre-registrations per playtime/50.
Registration opens 7 days prior to each scheduled date and closes 1 hour prior to each scheduled date. You have up to 24 hours before the session starts to cancel your pre-registration.

May Storybook Nature Walks
2022-05-24 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 colors we can find in nature, 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: Colors

5/3 – Green
5/10 – Blue
5/17 – Yellow
5/24 – Brown
5/31 – White

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.

High School Rat Hockey
2022-05-22 17:15 - 18:15
All players must pre-register at least 1 hour prior to the session.
Gear Requirements 18 & Up: 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.

Open Gym (Ages 6 and up) 4:30-6:30PM
2022-05-22 16:30 - 18:30
$12 per visit OR $11 with a prepaid 5 visit pass for $55.
No gymnastics experience required! This program is intended for anyone who wants to practice independently to improve their skills. Water fountains are not available for use, so bring your own water bottle. Drop-ins not accepted once we reach max registrations.
Max pre-registrations per Open Gym/40.
Registration opens 7 days prior to each scheduled date and closes 1 hour prior to each scheduled date. You have up to 24 hours before the session starts to cancel your pre-registration.

All Ages Stick & Puck
2022-05-22 16:00 - 17:00

Public Skate
2022-05-22 13:45 - 15:45, 2022-05-21 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-05-20 18:15 - 20:15
Public Skate:$8
Skate Rental:$3
Pre-Registration and Walk-Ins accepted.
Rink Membership and Skate Rental Punch Passes are available under the "Membership/Passes" and "Punch Passes" tabs.

Metallic Butterflies
2022-05-22 13:00 - 15:00
Have you ever painted on metal? It adds a really cool dimension to flat surfaces. Select a butterfly stencil to trace onto our metal sheets. Cut and paint using a variety of acrylic colors. Wings can be bent and shaped to look like it’s in flight. Wonderful addition to your bulletin board, garden, sunroom, etc.

International Biological Diversity Day
2022-05-22 13:00 - 14:30
That’s a mouthful! No worries: it’s a fancy way of saying this is a day to celebrate all the amazing life on earth! We’ll BioBlitz and see how many species are in the park, and do a nature scavenger hunt!

Glass Mosaic Stepping Stone
2022-05-22 09:00 - 13:00
Have the last few years got you feeling a little restless? I know that I need an outlet for some of
my building energy! What better way than creating loud energetic patterns that match all that
restlessness! In this 1 meeting workshop we will be cutting recycled stained glass scrap glass
to create dazzling patterned stepping stones. In your time in the studio you will learn to cut
glass, think about color and pattern as well as assemble and grout your stepping stone. Let
some of that wild energy through this cathartic mosaic process and go home with a stunning
stepping stone to adorn your home.
Class Itinerary
Part 1: Introduction, demonstration, examples
Part 2: Learn to cut glass
Part 3: Cut and Assemble stepping stone pattern
Part 4: Grout Stepping Stone

3D Painting on Glass
2022-05-21 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*

Shirts Illustrated
2022-05-21 11:00 - 13:00
Customize your own t-shirts, sweatshirts and so much more! Using transfer paper and other tools, you can print your own designs on clothing items. Bring in blank items of clothing and let your creativity shine!

Pony Bead Sun Catchers
2022-05-21 10:00 - 12:00
Take advantage of the extra sunlight in your home or garden. We’ll use translucent pony beads melted together to build a one of a kind circular sun catchers. Add a few together to make a longer design or create a couple for friends and family.

Safe Sitter: 5/21
2022-05-21 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.

Wines for Humanity
2022-05-20 19:00 - 20:30
Join Wines for Humanity at Cheney Mansion for a fun evening with friends sampling delicious wines from around the world all while giving back a portion to New Moms here in Oak Park. Your Wine advisor will guide you through a tasting while also enjoying delicious palette cleansers in the beauty of Cheney Mansion. Ages 21+

Pop Art!
2022-05-20 18:00 - 20:00
Inspired by our favorite pop artists like Warhol, Johns, and Lichtenstein participants will take preprinted images of well-known produces, shapes, or images and color them using pop art techniques to create the iconic style. Materials and instruction included.

Spring Tablescapes
2022-05-19 19:00 - 20:30
Looking to be able to finally host a beautiful outdoor dinner party and want your table to reflect the beautiful season? Join us on the front portch of Pleasant Home to learn how you can bring the new season to our table. Create a beautiful centerpiece for your spring table as well as tips for setting the table like a professional utilzing what you probably already have, in a new way! We will use a mixture of floral pieces and craft elements that will create a long lasting display. Enjoy ligh snacks and a glass of wine while you create!. Note: Registration will close three days prior to the class date to allow class materials to be purchased for all participants. Ages 21+

Cooking Around the World --South Africa
2022-05-19 18:30 - 21:30
Join Chef Tara Humphrey of Global Peel for a culinary and cultural tour around the world through food. April you will be learning Southern Cooking in it's finest. From Pecan Pies to hand pies, to fried chicken, biscuits and gravy and the beauty of fresh vegetables. Culinary techniques will include canning just in time for summer gardenisng.In May, we will experience the multi-cultural cuisines of South Africa. We will enjoy barbecue favorites, blend chutneys and cook traditional foods from the Ndebele tribe. Bobotie, curry and pudding come together for an exciting and innovative menu. Bring along your favorite beverage to sip, or Tara will send suggested menu pairings the week of the session. Ages 21+

Migratory Songbird Watching 5/19
2022-05-19 09:00 - 10:00
