Park District of Oak Park

Preschool Playtime (Ages 1-6)
2022-05-20 13:00 - 14:30, 2022-05-18 10:15 - 11:45, 2022-05-17 10:15 - 11:45, 2022-05-13 13:00 - 14:30, 2022-05-11 10:15 - 11:45, 2022-05-10 10:15 - 11:45 (America/Chicago)
$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.

Noon Skate
2022-05-20 11:30 - 13:00, 2022-05-19 11:30 - 13:00, 2022-05-18 11:30 - 13:00, 2022-05-17 11:30 - 13:00, 2022-05-13 11:30 - 13:00, 2022-05-12 11:30 - 13:00, 2022-05-11 11:30 - 13:00, 2022-05-10 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.

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
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!

Movies in the Park: "Soul"
2022-05-19 | 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”

Chicago Botanic Garden
2022-05-18 08:00 - 15:00
Experience the beauty of the Chicago Botanic Garden. A spring walk can be fragrant and inspiring for all. Participants will be able to enjoy the gardens on their own. Pack a lunch or stop by the onsite café for a quick bite. Tram Tour Tickets can also be purchased on site for $6. Pickup: Dole Center 8am/Pleasant Home 8:15am/Fox Center 8:30am Ages 50+ Strenuous Walking.

May Storybook Nature Walks
2022-05-17 09:00 - 10:00, 2022-05-10 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
2022-05-15 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
2022-05-15 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
2022-05-15 16:00 - 17:00

Public Skate
2022-05-15 13:45 - 15:45, 2022-05-14 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-05-13 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.

D&D Adventures: 5/14 Session 2
2022-05-14 15:15 - 18:15
Suit up and prepare for the most adventurous quest of your life! Battle monsters, explore magical kingdoms, and make new friends with our new Dungeon Master!

D&D Adventures: 5/14
2022-05-14 12:00 - 15:00

Migratory Songbird Watching 5/12
2022-05-12 09:00 - 10:00
