NEW | Open House Hours at the Nature Center
Would you like to learn more about the programs and events at the Nature Center? Do you want to visit some cool critters? Come to our open houses as we offer fun nature-themed activities. No registration required and all ages are welcome.
Days |
Time |
Dates |
Price |
F |
4-7P |
9 / 12 |
Free |
F |
10A-12P |
10 / 4 |
Free |
Sa |
10A-12P |
11 / 15 |
Free |
Ages:............... All ages Location:........ Lake View Nature Center
Lake View Nature Center
Location:........ 17W063 Hodges Rd, Oakbrook Terrace
Nature Tots
Through story time, sensory bins, movement activities, and more, toddlers with an adult will learn new and exciting things about the world around them while practicing fundamental skills too! Playtime inside and outside( weather permitting) will allow your toddler’ s imagination to run wild as we explore different nature subjects each week.
Code |
Days |
Time |
Dates |
Price |
505014-01 |
M |
9:30-10:30A |
9 / 8-9 / 22 |
$ 48R /$ 58NR |
505014-02 |
F |
9:30-10:30A |
9 / 12-9 / 26 |
$ 48R /$ 58NR |
505014-03 |
M |
9:30-10:30A |
10 / 6-10 / 20 |
$ 48R /$ 58NR |
505014-04 |
F |
9:30-10:30A |
10 / 10-10 / 24 |
$ 48R /$ 58NR |
505014-05 |
M |
9:30-10:30A |
11 / 3-11 / 17 |
$ 48R /$ 58NR |
505014-06 |
F |
9:30-10:30A |
11 / 7-11 / 21 |
$ 48R /$ 58NR |
505014-07 |
M |
9:30-10:30A |
12 / 1-12 / 15 |
$ 48R /$ 58NR |
505014-08 |
F |
9:30-10:30A |
12 / 5-12 / 19 |
$ 48R /$ 58NR |
Age:................. 18 months-3 years with adult Location:........ Lake View Nature Center
Snakes and Cupcakes
Meet some cool and creepy critters like snakes and bugs and be inspired to decorate a cupcake to remember your sweet experience later. Just in time for the Halloween season!
Code |
Days |
Time |
Dates |
Price |
505062-01 |
Sa |
9:30-11A |
10 / 25 |
$ 25R /$ 30NR |
Age:................. 6-9 years old Location:........ Lake View Nature Center
Explore Nature Days
Have your child spend a couple of hours exploring nature. Each theme gives us a chance to examine unique habitats and animals.
Code |
Days |
Time |
Dates |
Price |
505061-01 |
Sa |
9:30-11:30A |
9 / 13 |
$ 25R /$ 30NR |
505061-02 |
Sa |
9:30-11:30A |
10 / 11 |
$ 25R /$ 30NR |
Ages:............... 5-12 years Location:........ Lake View Nature Center
Animal Adventures
Introduce your child to the wonderful world of animals and their habitats. Through creative exercises and hands-on learning, children will discover the wonders of natural spaces and the animals that call those places home.
Code |
Days |
Time |
Dates |
Price |
505067-01 |
Tu |
12:30-2:30P |
9 / 9-9 / 23 |
$ 72R /$ 87NR |
505067-02 |
Tu |
12:30- 2:30P |
10 / 7-10 / 21 |
$ 72R /$ 87NR |
505067-03 |
Tu |
12:30-2:30P |
11 / 4-11 / 18 |
$ 72R /$ 87NR |
505067-04 |
Tu |
12:30-2:30P |
12 / 2-12 / 16 |
$ 72R /$ 87NR |
Ages:............... 5-12 years Location:........ Lake View Nature Center
NEW | Gourd to Ground – Pumpkin Smash for the Planet
Bring your pumpkins or jack-o-lanterns for our eco-friendly pumpkin smash! The Nature Center will be partnering with Urban Canopy to turn your pumpkins into soil. You can also check out a worm composting demonstration, learn about sustainable practices, complete a craft made from recycled materials, and even meet our Nature Center animals. This event is free and no registration is required.
Days |
Time |
Dates |
Price |
Sa |
10A-12P |
11 / 1 |
Free |
Ages:............... All ages Location:........ Lake View Nature Center
NEW | Parents Day Out!
Drop your kids off and enjoy a few hours to catch up before the holidays – kid-free! Children will make nature-themed holiday presents, enjoy a pizza lunch, and sing carols to the animals.
Code |
Days |
Time |
Dates |
Price |
505122-01 |
Sa |
11A-2P |
12 / 13 |
$ 40R /$ 48NR |
Age:................. 4-13 years Location:........ Lake View Nature Center
Parents Night Out!
Drop your kids off and enjoy a fun evening out – child-free. Children will enjoy nature activities and games, meet animals, go on a hike( weather permitting), and have a pizza party. Craft time and story time will round out the night. You will pick hem up ready for a good night’ s sleep. Much of the fun will be spent outside, so please dress your child for the weather.
Code |
Days |
Time |
Dates |
Price |
505016-01 |
Sa |
5:30-8:30P |
9 / 20 |
$ 40R /$ 48NR |
505016-02 |
Sa |
5:30-8:30P |
10 / 18 |
$ 40R /$ 48NR |
505016-03 |
Sa |
5:30-8:30P |
11 / 15 |
$ 40R /$ 48NR |
Age:................. 4-13 years Location:........ Lake View Nature Center
Youth Programming
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All registrations close 3 days before the start of each class unless otherwise noted.