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Winter Solstice Day in Thatcher Woods

December 21, 2024 - December 21, 2024 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Photo credit: Forest Preserves of Cook County

Location

Thatcher Woods

Chicago Ave., west of Thatcher Ave.

River Forest, IL 60305

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Description

Learn about the Winter Solstice through indigenous storytelling and songs. Also, enjoy snowshoeing (condition permitting), tracking, shelter building and other winter-related activities.

Event cost: Free

Event time: 10:30 a.m.-noon Dec. 21, 2024

Additional Information

Website: https://fpdcc.com/event/winter-solstice-day/

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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