Oakbrook Terrace Park District

Get ready for a summer of FUN! We have a variety of summer camps designed to offer something for everyone. From our popular Rising Star and Super Star Camps to our Camp Shorts and Nature Mini Camps, kids will find a way to grow, explore, engage, and play! Rising Star Camp is for children ages 3-5 and runs 8:30-11:30am. With lower staff-to-child ratios, a dedicated space for the needs of younger children, and trained staff, this camp offers our youngest campers the care and attention they need for a summer of growth and fun. Super Star Camp, for children ages 5-12, is our full-day camp from 8:30am-3:30pm. It is full of games, arts and crafts, outdoor exploration, and water play days. Each week features a new, exciting theme, with special guests and other surprises throughout the summer. Camp Shorts offers flexible half-day options tailored to specific interests like theater, STEAM, crafts, and more. We also offer a variety of nature-themed mini camps at our Lake View Nature Center for children ages 4-12! Choose from weekly themes, or try one of our fishing or archery camps! View all of our options here: www.tinyurl.com/OBTPDSummer2026 Register online here: https://web.obtpd.org/webtrac/web/splash.html

DuPage County

DuPage

Oakbrook Terrace

Illinois

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Oak Park Conservatory

Located in historic Oak Park, Illinois, the Oak Park Conservatory is a treasured landmark and one of the community’s top three historical sites. Free and open to the public, the Conservatory offers visitors a lush escape into nature with three distinct indoor showrooms — the Mediterranean Room, Tropical Room, and Desert Room — each showcasing a diverse collection of plants from around the world. Outside, the urban gardens continue the experience with native Illinois landscapes featured in the Elsie Jacobsen Discovery Garden and Rubinstein Garden. Sweeps of prairie grasses and native blooms welcome you at the entrance, inviting you to slow down and explore this hidden oasis in the heart of the village. Owned and operated by the Park District of Oak Park, the Conservatory provides year-round opportunities to connect with nature through programs, events, and community initiatives. Highlights include: • Seasonal Events: Enjoy festive gatherings throughout the year such as the Candlelight Walk, Shamrock Scavenger Hunt, and Halloween Fright at Night. • Plant &amp; Garden Markets: Shop a variety of seasonal plant sales, including the Winter Seed Sale, Valentine’s Market, Spring Plant Sale, Perennial Pollinator Sale, Succulent &amp; Cacti Sale, Fall Mum &amp; Bulb Sale, and Winter Greens Market. • Private Event Rentals: Celebrate life’s milestones surrounded by natural beauty. The Conservatory is available for weddings, showers, graduations, birthday parties, memorial services, and other special occasions. • Educational Programs: Participate in a variety of hands-on programs for all ages — from adult gardening workshops to free early childhood nature programs that inspire young explorers. Whether you’re a lifelong plant lover or simply seeking a moment of calm, the Oak Park Conservatory offers a space to reconnect with nature, beauty, and community — right in your own backyard.

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Come sip &amp; shop with us in Bloomingdale this Sunday as Wolfden Brewing teams up with the Streetz Artz Alliance to bring an incredible lineup of over 45 artists and makers to the brewery from 12pm to 5pm. With multiple nearby parking lots available, it’s easy to stop in, stay awhile, and enjoy the day.
Spend your afternoon exploring a vibrant mix of local artists, handmade goods, tarot readings, and unique finds while enjoying Wolfden’s wide selection of craft beers. This is a relaxed, outdoor spring market designed for discovering something new, supporting small businesses, and enjoying Spring.
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