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SUMMARY:Discovery Garden Exploration Time 2026
DESCRIPTION:Explore summer in the Discovery Garden! Enjoy hands-on activities led by our garden docents outside. Learn about native Illinois ecosystems and have fun playing in the garden! Please register in advance. Free event. \nJune:  Pollinators. \nJuly:  Water Play \nAugust:  In the Dirt \nRegister for all sessions here. \n 
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/discovery-garden-exploration-time-2026/2026-08-20/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Featured Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:Uncorked 2026
DESCRIPTION:Summertime is the best time to enjoy an evening of music and drinks at the Oak Park Conservatory. Celebrate summer in the Rubinstein Garden with friends under the night sky. Presented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory. Your registration will include two glasses of wine\, beer\, or a non-alcoholic beverage\, an appetizer\, and a guided tour of the showrooms. \nTickets are $25. Advance sales only. Tickets will not be sold at the door. FOPCON members receive a 20% discount. Contact operations@fopcon.org for a discount code before registering. Tickets are $25 ($20 for FOPCON Members) \nDetails: \nAugust 21: Featuring music by Rosemary Szurko Trio. Food provided by Taco Mucho. Artisan: Karma and Spice. Register here. \nSeptember 18: Featuring music by The Replays. Food provided by Grape Leaves. Artisan: River Forest Chocolates. Register here.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/uncorked-2026-2/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Featured Events,General,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:Story Time at the Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, children and their caregivers enjoy nature-themed stories\, songs\, and puppets led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers. Throughout the month\, we offer two new formats of the Story Time program; see details below. \nOn the first Wednesday of the month\, children are introduced to a new language through Bilingual (English and Spanish) Story Time. \nThe second Wednesday of the month is Musical Story Time\, featuring stories along with music led by a trio from the Oak Park Farmers Market Band. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration links: \nAugust : Register here. \nSeptember : Register here. \nOctober : Register here. \nNovember : Register here. \nDecember : Register here. \n  \nFor Bilingual Story Time sessions: \nAugust: Register here. \nSeptember – December registration included in the regular Story Time Link.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/story-time-at-the-conservatory-3-2/2026-08-26/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T120000
DTSTAMP:20260714T162515Z
CREATED:20260121T193907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T162515Z
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SUMMARY:Discovery Garden Exploration Time 2026
DESCRIPTION:Explore summer in the Discovery Garden! Enjoy hands-on activities led by our garden docents outside. Learn about native Illinois ecosystems and have fun playing in the garden! Please register in advance. Free event. \nJune:  Pollinators. \nJuly:  Water Play \nAugust:  In the Dirt \nRegister for all sessions here. \n 
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/discovery-garden-exploration-time-2026/2026-08-27/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Featured Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T103000
DTSTAMP:20260729T154213Z
CREATED:20260729T153851Z
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SUMMARY:Story Time at the Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, children and their caregivers enjoy nature-themed stories\, songs\, and puppets led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers. Throughout the month\, we offer two new formats of the Story Time program; see details below. \nOn the first Wednesday of the month\, children are introduced to a new language through Bilingual (English and Spanish) Story Time. \nThe second Wednesday of the month is Musical Story Time\, featuring stories along with music led by a trio from the Oak Park Farmers Market Band. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration links: \nAugust : Register here. \nSeptember : Register here. \nOctober : Register here. \nNovember : Register here. \nDecember : Register here. \n  \nFor Bilingual Story Time sessions: \nAugust: Register here. \nSeptember – December registration included in the regular Story Time Link.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/story-time-at-the-conservatory-3-2/2026-09-02/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T103000
DTSTAMP:20260729T154213Z
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SUMMARY:Story Time at the Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, children and their caregivers enjoy nature-themed stories\, songs\, and puppets led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers. Throughout the month\, we offer two new formats of the Story Time program; see details below. \nOn the first Wednesday of the month\, children are introduced to a new language through Bilingual (English and Spanish) Story Time. \nThe second Wednesday of the month is Musical Story Time\, featuring stories along with music led by a trio from the Oak Park Farmers Market Band. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration links: \nAugust : Register here. \nSeptember : Register here. \nOctober : Register here. \nNovember : Register here. \nDecember : Register here. \n  \nFor Bilingual Story Time sessions: \nAugust: Register here. \nSeptember – December registration included in the regular Story Time Link.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/story-time-at-the-conservatory-3-2/2026-09-09/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T150000
DTSTAMP:20260729T145927Z
CREATED:20260714T182823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T145927Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Plant and Tool Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Join other gardeners and share your favorite plants and tools at the Fall Plant and Tool Exchange. Save your garden plastic pots and drop them off at our Garden Pot Return so they can be reused and kept out of landfills. Please bring at least one plant to participate in the plant exchange. Ages 18+ \nDrop Off\, 1:00 – 2:00 PM \nPick Up\, 2:30 – 3:00 PM \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/fall-plant-and-tool-exchange-26/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Events,Community Events,Featured Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T103000
DTSTAMP:20260729T154213Z
CREATED:20260729T153851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T154213Z
UID:10001706-1789552800-1789554600@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Story Time at the Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, children and their caregivers enjoy nature-themed stories\, songs\, and puppets led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers. Throughout the month\, we offer two new formats of the Story Time program; see details below. \nOn the first Wednesday of the month\, children are introduced to a new language through Bilingual (English and Spanish) Story Time. \nThe second Wednesday of the month is Musical Story Time\, featuring stories along with music led by a trio from the Oak Park Farmers Market Band. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration links: \nAugust : Register here. \nSeptember : Register here. \nOctober : Register here. \nNovember : Register here. \nDecember : Register here. \n  \nFor Bilingual Story Time sessions: \nAugust: Register here. \nSeptember – December registration included in the regular Story Time Link.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/story-time-at-the-conservatory-3-2/2026-09-16/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260729T151927Z
CREATED:20260714T194843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T151927Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Gardening Lecture: Pollinator Parkways
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a unique way to expand your native garden? Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory to learn how to plant a pollinator garden in your parkway. We will share how to prepare your space\, guidelines on planting the area between your sidewalk and the street\, and recommend low-growing\, tolerant native plants for parkways. Register here.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/virtual-gardening-lecture-pollinator-parkways-2/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T111500
DTSTAMP:20260729T153712Z
CREATED:20260714T201550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T153712Z
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SUMMARY:TET (Toddler Exploration Time): 2026/2027
DESCRIPTION:Children (18 months – 5 years) and their caregivers will be delighted with stories\, lessons\, and hands-on crafts led by FOPCON’s education docents at the Oak Park Conservatory. Each month is a different topic. Advanced registration for 9:30-10:15 or 10:30-11:15 is required. Limited to 25 children and their caregivers.  FREE. \nThemes: \nSeptember 18\, 2026.  Harvest. \nOctober 16\, 2026.  Fall Fun. \nNovember 20\, 2026.  BRRR! \nJanuary 15\, 2027.  In the desert. \nFebruary 19\, 2027. What’s hatching. \nMarch 19\, 2027. Branches and buds. \n  \nRegistration Links (September – November): \n9:30 AM – 10:15 AM: Register HERE. \n10:30 AM – 11:15 AM: Register HERE.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/tet-toddler-exploration-time-2026-2027/2026-09-18/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Featured Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T200000
DTSTAMP:20260616T151158Z
CREATED:20260326T181003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T151158Z
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SUMMARY:Uncorked 2026
DESCRIPTION:Summertime is the best time to enjoy an evening of music and drinks at the Oak Park Conservatory. Celebrate summer in the Rubinstein Garden with friends under the night sky. Presented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory. Your registration will include two glasses of wine\, beer\, or a non-alcoholic beverage\, an appetizer\, and a guided tour of the showrooms. \nTickets are $25. Advance sales only. Tickets will not be sold at the door. FOPCON members receive a 20% discount. Contact operations@fopcon.org for a discount code before registering. Tickets are $25 ($20 for FOPCON Members) \nDetails: \nSeptember 18: Featuring music by The Replays. Food provided by Grape Leaves. Artisan: River Forest Chocolates. Register here.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/uncorked-2026-3/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Featured Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T103000
DTSTAMP:20260729T154213Z
CREATED:20260729T153851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T154213Z
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SUMMARY:Story Time at the Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, children and their caregivers enjoy nature-themed stories\, songs\, and puppets led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers. Throughout the month\, we offer two new formats of the Story Time program; see details below. \nOn the first Wednesday of the month\, children are introduced to a new language through Bilingual (English and Spanish) Story Time. \nThe second Wednesday of the month is Musical Story Time\, featuring stories along with music led by a trio from the Oak Park Farmers Market Band. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration links: \nAugust : Register here. \nSeptember : Register here. \nOctober : Register here. \nNovember : Register here. \nDecember : Register here. \n  \nFor Bilingual Story Time sessions: \nAugust: Register here. \nSeptember – December registration included in the regular Story Time Link.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/story-time-at-the-conservatory-3-2/2026-09-23/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T103000
DTSTAMP:20260729T154213Z
CREATED:20260729T153851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T154213Z
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SUMMARY:Story Time at the Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, children and their caregivers enjoy nature-themed stories\, songs\, and puppets led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers. Throughout the month\, we offer two new formats of the Story Time program; see details below. \nOn the first Wednesday of the month\, children are introduced to a new language through Bilingual (English and Spanish) Story Time. \nThe second Wednesday of the month is Musical Story Time\, featuring stories along with music led by a trio from the Oak Park Farmers Market Band. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration links: \nAugust : Register here. \nSeptember : Register here. \nOctober : Register here. \nNovember : Register here. \nDecember : Register here. \n  \nFor Bilingual Story Time sessions: \nAugust: Register here. \nSeptember – December registration included in the regular Story Time Link.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/story-time-at-the-conservatory-3-2/2026-09-30/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T103000
DTSTAMP:20260729T154213Z
CREATED:20260729T153851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T154213Z
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SUMMARY:Story Time at the Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, children and their caregivers enjoy nature-themed stories\, songs\, and puppets led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers. Throughout the month\, we offer two new formats of the Story Time program; see details below. \nOn the first Wednesday of the month\, children are introduced to a new language through Bilingual (English and Spanish) Story Time. \nThe second Wednesday of the month is Musical Story Time\, featuring stories along with music led by a trio from the Oak Park Farmers Market Band. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration links: \nAugust : Register here. \nSeptember : Register here. \nOctober : Register here. \nNovember : Register here. \nDecember : Register here. \n  \nFor Bilingual Story Time sessions: \nAugust: Register here. \nSeptember – December registration included in the regular Story Time Link.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/story-time-at-the-conservatory-3-2/2026-10-07/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T200000
DTSTAMP:20260729T151953Z
CREATED:20260714T194023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T151953Z
UID:10001947-1791486000-1791489600@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Gardening Lecture - Author Talk: Grass Isn’t Greener: Nurturing Nature at Home
DESCRIPTION:What if your backyard could help save the planet? With a few thoughtful changes\, your yard can become a vibrant refuge for pollinators\, birds\, and bugs—and a surprisingly powerful force for conservation. In this inspiring and practical talk\, conservation educator and author/photographer Danae Wolfe shares how reimagining your outdoor space can support biodiversity and build climate resilience. You’ll leave with a fresh perspective\, a spark of wonder\, and the tools to transform your little patch of earth into something wilder\, wiser\, and more alive. Presented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory. Register here.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/virtual-gardening-lecture-pollinator-parkways/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T103000
DTSTAMP:20260729T154213Z
CREATED:20260729T153851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T154213Z
UID:10001710-1791972000-1791973800@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Story Time at the Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, children and their caregivers enjoy nature-themed stories\, songs\, and puppets led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers. Throughout the month\, we offer two new formats of the Story Time program; see details below. \nOn the first Wednesday of the month\, children are introduced to a new language through Bilingual (English and Spanish) Story Time. \nThe second Wednesday of the month is Musical Story Time\, featuring stories along with music led by a trio from the Oak Park Farmers Market Band. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration links: \nAugust : Register here. \nSeptember : Register here. \nOctober : Register here. \nNovember : Register here. \nDecember : Register here. \n  \nFor Bilingual Story Time sessions: \nAugust: Register here. \nSeptember – December registration included in the regular Story Time Link.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/story-time-at-the-conservatory-3-2/2026-10-14/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261016T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261016T111500
DTSTAMP:20260729T153712Z
CREATED:20260714T201550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T153712Z
UID:10001957-1792143000-1792149300@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:TET (Toddler Exploration Time): 2026/2027
DESCRIPTION:Children (18 months – 5 years) and their caregivers will be delighted with stories\, lessons\, and hands-on crafts led by FOPCON’s education docents at the Oak Park Conservatory. Each month is a different topic. Advanced registration for 9:30-10:15 or 10:30-11:15 is required. Limited to 25 children and their caregivers.  FREE. \nThemes: \nSeptember 18\, 2026.  Harvest. \nOctober 16\, 2026.  Fall Fun. \nNovember 20\, 2026.  BRRR! \nJanuary 15\, 2027.  In the desert. \nFebruary 19\, 2027. What’s hatching. \nMarch 19\, 2027. Branches and buds. \n  \nRegistration Links (September – November): \n9:30 AM – 10:15 AM: Register HERE. \n10:30 AM – 11:15 AM: Register HERE.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/tet-toddler-exploration-time-2026-2027/2026-10-16/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Featured Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T103000
DTSTAMP:20260729T154213Z
CREATED:20260729T153851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T154213Z
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SUMMARY:Story Time at the Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, children and their caregivers enjoy nature-themed stories\, songs\, and puppets led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers. Throughout the month\, we offer two new formats of the Story Time program; see details below. \nOn the first Wednesday of the month\, children are introduced to a new language through Bilingual (English and Spanish) Story Time. \nThe second Wednesday of the month is Musical Story Time\, featuring stories along with music led by a trio from the Oak Park Farmers Market Band. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration links: \nAugust : Register here. \nSeptember : Register here. \nOctober : Register here. \nNovember : Register here. \nDecember : Register here. \n  \nFor Bilingual Story Time sessions: \nAugust: Register here. \nSeptember – December registration included in the regular Story Time Link.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/story-time-at-the-conservatory-3-2/2026-10-21/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T103000
DTSTAMP:20260729T154213Z
CREATED:20260729T153851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T154213Z
UID:10001712-1793181600-1793183400@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Story Time at the Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, children and their caregivers enjoy nature-themed stories\, songs\, and puppets led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers. Throughout the month\, we offer two new formats of the Story Time program; see details below. \nOn the first Wednesday of the month\, children are introduced to a new language through Bilingual (English and Spanish) Story Time. \nThe second Wednesday of the month is Musical Story Time\, featuring stories along with music led by a trio from the Oak Park Farmers Market Band. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration links: \nAugust : Register here. \nSeptember : Register here. \nOctober : Register here. \nNovember : Register here. \nDecember : Register here. \n  \nFor Bilingual Story Time sessions: \nAugust: Register here. \nSeptember – December registration included in the regular Story Time Link.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/story-time-at-the-conservatory-3-2/2026-10-28/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T103000
DTSTAMP:20260729T154213Z
CREATED:20260729T153851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T154213Z
UID:10001713-1793786400-1793788200@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Story Time at the Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, children and their caregivers enjoy nature-themed stories\, songs\, and puppets led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers. Throughout the month\, we offer two new formats of the Story Time program; see details below. \nOn the first Wednesday of the month\, children are introduced to a new language through Bilingual (English and Spanish) Story Time. \nThe second Wednesday of the month is Musical Story Time\, featuring stories along with music led by a trio from the Oak Park Farmers Market Band. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration links: \nAugust : Register here. \nSeptember : Register here. \nOctober : Register here. \nNovember : Register here. \nDecember : Register here. \n  \nFor Bilingual Story Time sessions: \nAugust: Register here. \nSeptember – December registration included in the regular Story Time Link.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/story-time-at-the-conservatory-3-2/2026-11-04/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T103000
DTSTAMP:20260729T154213Z
CREATED:20260729T153851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T154213Z
UID:10001714-1794391200-1794393000@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Story Time at the Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, children and their caregivers enjoy nature-themed stories\, songs\, and puppets led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers. Throughout the month\, we offer two new formats of the Story Time program; see details below. \nOn the first Wednesday of the month\, children are introduced to a new language through Bilingual (English and Spanish) Story Time. \nThe second Wednesday of the month is Musical Story Time\, featuring stories along with music led by a trio from the Oak Park Farmers Market Band. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration links: \nAugust : Register here. \nSeptember : Register here. \nOctober : Register here. \nNovember : Register here. \nDecember : Register here. \n  \nFor Bilingual Story Time sessions: \nAugust: Register here. \nSeptember – December registration included in the regular Story Time Link.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/story-time-at-the-conservatory-3-2/2026-11-11/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T103000
DTSTAMP:20260729T154213Z
CREATED:20260729T153851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T154213Z
UID:10001715-1794996000-1794997800@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Story Time at the Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, children and their caregivers enjoy nature-themed stories\, songs\, and puppets led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers. Throughout the month\, we offer two new formats of the Story Time program; see details below. \nOn the first Wednesday of the month\, children are introduced to a new language through Bilingual (English and Spanish) Story Time. \nThe second Wednesday of the month is Musical Story Time\, featuring stories along with music led by a trio from the Oak Park Farmers Market Band. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration links: \nAugust : Register here. \nSeptember : Register here. \nOctober : Register here. \nNovember : Register here. \nDecember : Register here. \n  \nFor Bilingual Story Time sessions: \nAugust: Register here. \nSeptember – December registration included in the regular Story Time Link.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/story-time-at-the-conservatory-3-2/2026-11-18/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T111500
DTSTAMP:20260729T153712Z
CREATED:20260714T201550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T153712Z
UID:10001958-1795167000-1795173300@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:TET (Toddler Exploration Time): 2026/2027
DESCRIPTION:Children (18 months – 5 years) and their caregivers will be delighted with stories\, lessons\, and hands-on crafts led by FOPCON’s education docents at the Oak Park Conservatory. Each month is a different topic. Advanced registration for 9:30-10:15 or 10:30-11:15 is required. Limited to 25 children and their caregivers.  FREE. \nThemes: \nSeptember 18\, 2026.  Harvest. \nOctober 16\, 2026.  Fall Fun. \nNovember 20\, 2026.  BRRR! \nJanuary 15\, 2027.  In the desert. \nFebruary 19\, 2027. What’s hatching. \nMarch 19\, 2027. Branches and buds. \n  \nRegistration Links (September – November): \n9:30 AM – 10:15 AM: Register HERE. \n10:30 AM – 11:15 AM: Register HERE.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/tet-toddler-exploration-time-2026-2027/2026-11-20/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Featured Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261125T103000
DTSTAMP:20260729T154213Z
CREATED:20260729T153851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T154213Z
UID:10001716-1795600800-1795602600@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Story Time at the Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, children and their caregivers enjoy nature-themed stories\, songs\, and puppets led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers. Throughout the month\, we offer two new formats of the Story Time program; see details below. \nOn the first Wednesday of the month\, children are introduced to a new language through Bilingual (English and Spanish) Story Time. \nThe second Wednesday of the month is Musical Story Time\, featuring stories along with music led by a trio from the Oak Park Farmers Market Band. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration links: \nAugust : Register here. \nSeptember : Register here. \nOctober : Register here. \nNovember : Register here. \nDecember : Register here. \n  \nFor Bilingual Story Time sessions: \nAugust: Register here. \nSeptember – December registration included in the regular Story Time Link.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/story-time-at-the-conservatory-3-2/2026-11-25/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T103000
DTSTAMP:20260729T154213Z
CREATED:20260729T153851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T154213Z
UID:10001717-1796205600-1796207400@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Story Time at the Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, children and their caregivers enjoy nature-themed stories\, songs\, and puppets led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers. Throughout the month\, we offer two new formats of the Story Time program; see details below. \nOn the first Wednesday of the month\, children are introduced to a new language through Bilingual (English and Spanish) Story Time. \nThe second Wednesday of the month is Musical Story Time\, featuring stories along with music led by a trio from the Oak Park Farmers Market Band. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration links: \nAugust : Register here. \nSeptember : Register here. \nOctober : Register here. \nNovember : Register here. \nDecember : Register here. \n  \nFor Bilingual Story Time sessions: \nAugust: Register here. \nSeptember – December registration included in the regular Story Time Link.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/story-time-at-the-conservatory-3-2/2026-12-02/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261209T103000
DTSTAMP:20260729T154213Z
CREATED:20260729T153851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T154213Z
UID:10001718-1796810400-1796812200@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Story Time at the Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, children and their caregivers enjoy nature-themed stories\, songs\, and puppets led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers. Throughout the month\, we offer two new formats of the Story Time program; see details below. \nOn the first Wednesday of the month\, children are introduced to a new language through Bilingual (English and Spanish) Story Time. \nThe second Wednesday of the month is Musical Story Time\, featuring stories along with music led by a trio from the Oak Park Farmers Market Band. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration links: \nAugust : Register here. \nSeptember : Register here. \nOctober : Register here. \nNovember : Register here. \nDecember : Register here. \n  \nFor Bilingual Story Time sessions: \nAugust: Register here. \nSeptember – December registration included in the regular Story Time Link.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/story-time-at-the-conservatory-3-2/2026-12-09/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261216T103000
DTSTAMP:20260729T154213Z
CREATED:20260729T153851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T154213Z
UID:10001719-1797415200-1797417000@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Story Time at the Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, children and their caregivers enjoy nature-themed stories\, songs\, and puppets led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers. Throughout the month\, we offer two new formats of the Story Time program; see details below. \nOn the first Wednesday of the month\, children are introduced to a new language through Bilingual (English and Spanish) Story Time. \nThe second Wednesday of the month is Musical Story Time\, featuring stories along with music led by a trio from the Oak Park Farmers Market Band. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration links: \nAugust : Register here. \nSeptember : Register here. \nOctober : Register here. \nNovember : Register here. \nDecember : Register here. \n  \nFor Bilingual Story Time sessions: \nAugust: Register here. \nSeptember – December registration included in the regular Story Time Link.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/story-time-at-the-conservatory-3-2/2026-12-16/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261223T103000
DTSTAMP:20260729T154213Z
CREATED:20260729T153851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T154213Z
UID:10001720-1798020000-1798021800@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Story Time at the Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, children and their caregivers enjoy nature-themed stories\, songs\, and puppets led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers. Throughout the month\, we offer two new formats of the Story Time program; see details below. \nOn the first Wednesday of the month\, children are introduced to a new language through Bilingual (English and Spanish) Story Time. \nThe second Wednesday of the month is Musical Story Time\, featuring stories along with music led by a trio from the Oak Park Farmers Market Band. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration links: \nAugust : Register here. \nSeptember : Register here. \nOctober : Register here. \nNovember : Register here. \nDecember : Register here. \n  \nFor Bilingual Story Time sessions: \nAugust: Register here. \nSeptember – December registration included in the regular Story Time Link.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/story-time-at-the-conservatory-3-2/2026-12-23/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261230T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261230T103000
DTSTAMP:20260729T154213Z
CREATED:20260729T153851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T154213Z
UID:10001721-1798624800-1798626600@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Story Time at the Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, children and their caregivers enjoy nature-themed stories\, songs\, and puppets led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers. Throughout the month\, we offer two new formats of the Story Time program; see details below. \nOn the first Wednesday of the month\, children are introduced to a new language through Bilingual (English and Spanish) Story Time. \nThe second Wednesday of the month is Musical Story Time\, featuring stories along with music led by a trio from the Oak Park Farmers Market Band. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration links: \nAugust : Register here. \nSeptember : Register here. \nOctober : Register here. \nNovember : Register here. \nDecember : Register here. \n  \nFor Bilingual Story Time sessions: \nAugust: Register here. \nSeptember – December registration included in the regular Story Time Link.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/story-time-at-the-conservatory-3-2/2026-12-30/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270106T103000
DTSTAMP:20260729T154213Z
CREATED:20260729T153851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T154213Z
UID:10001722-1799229600-1799231400@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Story Time at the Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, children and their caregivers enjoy nature-themed stories\, songs\, and puppets led by our Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteers. Throughout the month\, we offer two new formats of the Story Time program; see details below. \nOn the first Wednesday of the month\, children are introduced to a new language through Bilingual (English and Spanish) Story Time. \nThe second Wednesday of the month is Musical Story Time\, featuring stories along with music led by a trio from the Oak Park Farmers Market Band. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration links: \nAugust : Register here. \nSeptember : Register here. \nOctober : Register here. \nNovember : Register here. \nDecember : Register here. \n  \nFor Bilingual Story Time sessions: \nAugust: Register here. \nSeptember – December registration included in the regular Story Time Link.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/story-time-at-the-conservatory-3-2/2027-01-06/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,For Children,Upcoming Events
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