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Discover the art and history of Chicago's iconic architecture in a guided walking tour, where participants will learn about famous landmarks and architectural styles that have shaped the city's skyline. Embark on a culinary adventure through the diverse neighborhoods of Chicago, where participants can learn to cook and savor authentic dishes from various cuisines, while also discovering the cultural significance behind each culinary tradition.

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Navy Pier Skyline Segway Tour (Student)

Bike and Roll Chicago @ 670-692 N Streeter Dr, Chicago, IL

Join us on Chicago's most popular Segway Tours! Glide the amazing lakefront and picturesque parks. We'll see the best that Chicago has to offer, including Chicago's magnificent skyline. Cruise around Navy Pier alongside some of Chicago's most unique and famous buildings.  You'll effortlessly glide through Milton Olive Park, enjoying the breathtaking views of the Chicago skyline, Lake Michigan and Ohio Street Beach. (Departs from Navy Pier)...

(1) All levels 12 and older
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Bonsai Courtyard Tour

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Step into a world of beauty and tranquility as you explore the intricately displayed bonsai trees in the curated courtyards. Gain a deeper appreciation for these timeless masterpieces and uncover the stories behind each unique specimen. Join us for an afternoon of bonsai discussion and immerse yourself in the art of nature.

(122) All levels 18 and older
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Travel To Cuba in 2019

Goldplaited @ 2803 N Sheffield Ave , Chicago, IL

American tourism to Cuba is increasing steadily and it’s a great time to explore this lesser-known gem. Your teachers Coco and Mal recently completed a trip to Cuba and a lot of research that went along with it. Topics we’ll cover:  Getting to Cuba - legalities of travel, visa requirements, when to go and what to bring!  Eating & drinking  Day trips  The Cuban people and local customs  Attractions/visitors...

(15) All levels 14 and older
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Forest Therapy Tuesdays

The Resiliency Institute @ 16W560 Bluff Rd, Willowbrook, IL

Forest Therapy/Shinrin-yoku is a practice of spending time in nature or forested areas for the purpose of enhancing health, well-being, and happiness. There is a specific intention to connect to the landscape by mindfully moving in ways that cultivate presence, sensory awareness, and nature communication. Cultivate fascination and gratitude for the natural world by engaging in a regular nature practice. Awaken your senses to new noticings and settle...

(2) All levels 16 and older
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Friendly Neighborhoods Bike Tour (Child / Senior)

Bike and Roll Chicago @ 670-692 N Streeter Dr, Chicago, IL

Get out of the tourist district and get the insider's scoop on what Chicago is really about! Explore the quiet, tree-lined streets and local businesses of the luxurious Gold Coast, stately Old Town, and trendy Lincoln Park neighborhoods. Top sights include Lincoln Park, amazing architecture, the original Playboy Mansion, Oz Park, and historic Wrigley Field. Chicago is a great city for biking. The amazing lakefront and parks, the rich history, and...

(1) All levels 12 and older
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Excursion: Bubbles and Clouds

Museum of Contemporary Photography Colum

This field trip begins with a meet up at the MoCP for a briefing session and group viewing of the Petcoke: Tracing Dirty Energy exhibition with participating artist Rozalinda Borcilӑ.  Participants will then set off on a facilitated walking excursion to explore the geographic, social, and aesthetic impact of petrocapitalism by investigating the current wave of investment bubbles and real estate mega-speculation in downtown Chicago. ...

(3) All levels 16 and older
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Excursion: The Black Snake Tour of Aurora

Museum of Contemporary Photography Colum @ 600 S Michigan Ave, Illinois City, IL

The Black Snake Tour of Aurora: Petrocapitalism and Resistance in the Global Suburb How is Aurora connected with Indigenous struggles against the Dakota Access Pipeline, the Bakken Oilfields, Tar Sands & other extractive industries?  Join us for a people’s tour of petrocapitalism in Aurora, IL as we activate knowledges and memory to unsettle the mechanisms of this global suburb. Participants will visit a data center that is vital...

(3) All levels 16 and older
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Farmer's Market Tour Cooking Demo

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

Join us for an impromptu feast inspired by the Lincoln Square Farmer’s Market! Our chef will select the best, freshest ingredients at the market prior to class and will prepare a delicious meal including an appetizer, an entrée and dessert. There will be no recipes provided, because the whole meal will be improvised based on the available produce of the day, so come watch your chef create a super-seasonal meal using the best of the best ingredients...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$460
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The Art Institute of Chicago: Un-Highlights Tour

Museum Hack @ 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL

Museum Hack offers a highly interactive, subversive, fun, non-traditional museum tour. The Art Institute of Chicago is the second largest museum in America. It has more than 300,000 art objects and over a million square feet of space. It has famous paintings like Monet's "Hay Stacks" and cool stuff you've never heard of, like a legit "Whirlygig" from Wisconsin. It even has two huge lions on the front steps.  Join us as we take the Windy City...

(428) All levels 16 and older
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City Winery Behind-the-Scenes Wine Tour

City Winery Chicago @ 1200 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL

Take a tour of Chicago's premier fully-operational urban winery, located in the heart of the West Loop. Tours include: A glass of City Winery wine per guest upon arrival. A tour of our facility guided by one of our wine experts. Tasting flight of three City Winery wines paired with three crostini appetizers. 10% discount on any retail wine or City Winery merchandise purchase. Price does not include tax or gratuity.

(7) All levels 21 and older
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Bird Walk: Summer Nesting Birds

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL

Join us as we look for and study the nesting birds of the Garden. We’ll spend time learning how to identify their territorial songs and how to perform a nesting bird survey.  We will start out at the Barbara Brown Nature Reserve, which has good variety of nesting birds and is a place most visitors to the Garden do not normally visit. We will also check out nesting birds of the prairies, as well as herons, shorebirds, and waterfowl. ...

(122) All levels 18 and older
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Field Study: Birds of Spring

The Morton Arboretum

Learn how to identify Illinois' spring resident and migratory birds by sight and call and meet other birders. We will meet primarily outdoors and visit different habitats around the area to learn calls and identification of field marks. Indoors, we will discuss behavioral clues that help in identification, feather arrangement, and physical topography and review daily checklists from the prior field days. Notes: Held indoors and outdoors. Please...

(15) All levels 16 and older
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Forest Yoga Walks

The Resiliency Institute @ 16W560 Bluff Rd, Willowbrook, IL

Rejuvenate yourself with forest yoga walks by stepping outside and away from electronics to connect with nature, quiet the mind, and reduce stress. Walks will begin with a brief ecological overview of the area, continue with invitations to deepen connection to nature and self, then conclude with a tea ceremony of locally harvested plants. We'll focus on energy exchange with the natural world, discover our place within it, and foster an appreciation...

(2) All levels 16 and older
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Owl Prowl at Reed-Turner Woodland Nature Preserve

Chicago Botanic Garden @ Long Grove, Chicago, IL

Explore the mystery of owls at night. Learn owl behavior and identification, as well as the places these fascinating birds are likely to be seen. After an indoor discussion, you will enjoy a guided walk in the woods to look and listen for these enigmatic birds. Dress for the weather, and bring a flashlight and binoculars.

(122) All levels 18 and older
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Forest Bathing Immersion

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL

Escape to the healing embrace of nature's sanctuary as you discover the ancient practice of Japanese forest bathing. Immerse your senses in the calming energy of the forest, reducing stress and boosting your immune system. Join us for a serene and mindful walk, followed by a tranquil tea ceremony using native plants.

(122) All levels 18 and older
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Spring Warbler Workshop

The Morton Arboretum @ 4100 Illinois Rte 53, Lisle, IL

In this focused workshop, enjoy the spring warbler migration while learning about identification, arrival dates, migration patterns, habitat preferences, and daily feeding techniques. Brightly colored warblers are one of the highlights of spring - time to dust off and improve those identification skills! Notes: Held outdoors. Please dress for the weather and for hiking on uneven terrain during the Friday field sessions.  Covid-19 Safety:...

(15) All levels 16 and older
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$100

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Father's Day Canoe Adventure

Chicago Botanic Garden

How’s this for a unique way to spend part of Father’s Day?  In partnership with Friends of the Chicago River, the Garden invites you to participate in a rare opportunity to canoe the lakes of the Chicago Botanic Garden. Herons, ducks, small fish, and maybe even a few turtles and frogs will greet you as we explore their watery habitat.  No experience with canoeing is necessary; instruction, canoes, life jackets, and paddles are all...

(122) All levels 5 and older
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How to Raise Butterflies at Home

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Observing the transformation of a tiny caterpillar into a beautiful adult butterfly is miraculous. Learn methods of sheltering larvae and pupae in a safe, protective environment to ensure they escape predation and disease, maturing into adulthood. You will build a pupae/larvae rearing box to raise butterflies at home.

(122) All levels 18 and older
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Forest Bathing Adaptive Experience

Chicago Botanic Garden

Forest bathing, originally developed in Japan as Shinrin yoku, refers to the practice of immersing all your senses in the healing forest to reduce stress hormones and increase immune function. Connect with forest life around you through mindful activities on a gentle walk, covering a quarter to a half mile, and ending with a simple tea using native plants. Designed for adults with limited mobility. At no additional cost, a participant’s support...

(122) All levels 18 and older
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Oaks: A Natural History

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Uncover the rich history and multifaceted role of oaks in the midwestern landscape. Delve into their fascinating uses, folklore, and ecological partnerships, while exploring their presence in the Chicago area. Get ready to immerse yourself in the grandeur of these majestic trees in the great outdoors.

(122) All levels 18 and older
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