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WinterFest at Springbrook Nature Center

January 11 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Photo credit: iStock/staticnak1983

Location

Springbrook Nature Center

130 Forest Ave.

Itasca, IL 60143

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Description

Winterfest at Springbrook Nature Center features a winter scavenger hunt, crafts, hot cocoa, s'mores around the firepit and more. For all ages.

Event cost: Free

Event time: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Jan. 11, 2025

Additional Information

Website: https://www.itascaparkdistrict.com/1248/WinterFest

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

Neighborhood: North/Northwest Suburbs

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