May Events & Activities
May 13 , 1-3pm Bee-tastic Mother ’ s Day Highland Park : 847-433-6901 http :// hellernaturecenter . org Heller Nature Center , 2821 Ridge Road : Learn about the Queen bee and her hardworking daughters , then put on a bee suit to get a safe , up-close look inside the hives . Afterward , make a lotion bar and candle . For ages 6 to adult . All participants must wear closed shoes and tall socks . Registration deadline is May 11 .
May 13 , 10am , Noon and 2pm Mother ’ s Day Brunch Libertyville : 847-362-5050 http :// www . lambsfarm . org / marquee-events / mothers-day-brunch / Magnolia Cafe & Bakery , 14245 W . Rockland Road : Give mom the day off and treat her to Lambs Farm ’ s Mother ’ s Day Brunch ! Each family can choose from a feast of tasty items including breakfast favorites , fruit , lunch / dinner items and delicious desserts made in our bakery . Brunch is $ 24.95 for adults , $ 10.95 for children ages 2-12 . Reservations required .
May 15 , 9am-5pm Seniors in all Seasons Northbrook : 847-824-8360 http :// fpdcc . com / events / River Trail Nature Center , 3120 Milwaukee Ave .: Drop in for our Senior Day of programs and activities about nature . This program is offered in partnership with the Wildbird Shack . Groups , organizations and individuals welcome . Registration preferred .
May 16 , May 19 9-10am Spring Wildflower Walk Glen Ellyn : 630-858-2462 http :// www . gepark . org Lake Ellyn Park , 645 Lenox Road : Lake Ellyn Park is home to many of the native plants that have faded away over the years due to human impact . Join us for a morning walk to learn about these often overlooked beauties that we are working hard to preserve .
May 18 , 6-8pm Dad and Daughter Date Night Aurora : 630-892-1550 https :// www . foxvalleyparkdistrict . org / event / dad-daughter-date-night-2 / Blackberry Farm , 100 S . Barnes Road : Enjoy a spring evening together with a DJ , dinner , dancing and more ! Ages 1 and up . Purchase tickets at wherefunbegins . org .
May 19 , 5-10pm Beach Campout Highland Park : 847-433-6901 http :// pdhp . org / rosewood-beach Rosewood Interpretive Center , 883 Sheridan Road : Explore and play near the lake with the whole family , sit around a crackling campfire led by a Heller naturalist and then camp on the beach . A campfire with s ’ mores and a light breakfast are provided ; 6-person tents are available for an additional fee . Registration deadline is May 16 .
May 19 , 6am-noon “ The Big Sit ” Bird-watching River Forest : 708-366-6530 Trailside Museum , 738 Thatcher Ave .: Join us for a very relaxed bird-watching experience !
May 19 , 10am Super Hero Shuffle Trail Race Lake Geneva : https :// trailrunner . com / event / super-hero-shuffletrail-race / 1550 S . Lakeshore Drive : This event allows runners and walkers alike to either wear their running gear or come dressed as your favorite Super Hero and support families affect by childhood cancer .
May 20 , 9-11:30am 10th Annual BACKBONES 5k Run / Walk / Roll Prospect Heights : 224-766-1363 http :// backbonesonline . com / event / 5k-run-walk-n-roll-2018 / Country Gardens Park , 901 N . Schoenbeck Road : Join BACK- BONES and help us celebrate our 10th Annual 5k Run / Walk / Roll ! This is a family event where runners , walkers and rollers of all abilities are welcome to participate and proceeds go to helping people with spinal cord disabilities and their families .
May 20 , 10am-4pm Baby-sitting Training Crystal Lake : 815-459-0680 http :// www . crystallakeparks . org Administrative Building , 1 E . Crystal Lake Ave .: The Safe Sitter program is designed for kids ages 11 to 17 who are home alone , sibling sitting or baby-sitting .
May 20 , 1:30pm Birds of Prey Series : Owls Northbrook : 847-824-8360 http :// fpdcc . com / events / River Trail Nature Center , 3120 Milwaukee Ave .: Learn about the unique characteristics that help our native birds of prey survive . Live raptors will be on display .
May 20 , 2:30-4pm Family Fun Canoeing Wheaton : 630-871-2810 Northside Park Canoe Cabin , 1311 N . West St .: Paddle and explore the scenic Northside Park Lagoon . Max of three people per canoe . Children must be accompanied by a registered adult .
May 21 & 25 , 4:15-5:15pm Paddle The Pond Canoe Class Wheaton : 630-871-2810 Northside Park Canoe Cabin , 1311 N . West St .: Learn basic canoeing skills including entering a canoe and steering with different strokes such as draws , sweeps and maneuvers . We ’ ll also cover water safety skills and how to portage . The last day will conclude with a race .
May 24 , 10am-noon Brunch and Learn Nature Workshop Series — Sweet Life of Honeybees Highland Park : 847-433-6901 http :// hellernaturecenter . org Heller Nature Center , 2821 Ridge Road : Enjoy a catered brunch followed by a fun hands-on workshop , discussion or walk ! Sponsored by Comfort Keepers in Wheeling and presented in cooperation with the Highland Park and Lake Forest / Lake Bluff Senior Centers . Call the Highland Park Senior Center at 847- 432-4110 to register .
MAY-JUNE-JULY 2018 12 Oaklee ’ s Family Guide TM for Chicagoland