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Peterson PAC
2018 Summer Fun Activities Guide
(All activities are FREE unless otherwise noted in the description)
North Park & Nearby Neighborhood Activities:
Albany Park Library (3401 W. Foster Avenue; M 10-6, Tu 12-8, W 10-6, Th 12-8, F & Sa 9-5):
Summer Learning Challenge: Sign-up your child for the Summer Learning Challenge. Going on
6/18-9/1. Sign-up & reporting hours are as follows: M 10am-5pm, Tu 12pm-7pm, W 10am-5pm,
Th 12pm-7pm, Fri & Sat 11am-3pm.
Free Summer Programs (These are just a sampling of the offerings. For a full listing, visit the
library or go to:
https://chipublib.bibliocommons.com/events/search/local_start=2018-06-18%20TO%202018-
09-03&fq=audiences:(53f250153860d10000000010)&fq=branch_location_id:(3)
● Lego Club - Monthly challenges & free play June 20, July 18, August 15 at 4:30 p.m., for
kids ages 6 & up
● Eco Craft - Make cool art with recyclable materials. June 21 @ 1:30 pm, July 3 @ 2:30
p.m., July 26 @ 1:30 p.m., August 14 @ 2:30 p.m. Grades K & up.
● Eco Science - Use your awesome brain to complete Eco Science STEM challenges. June
26 @ 2:30pm, July 12 @ 1:30pm, August 7 @ 2:30pm
● Tween Graphic Novel Book Club - for kids who have completed 3rd-6th grade. We will be
discussing a new graphic novel each month. Mondays June 25, July 16, & August 13 at
4:30pm.
● Art Institute Field Trip - Th July 19 at 12:45pm. Kids MUST be accompanied by an adult.
To register, see a librarian.
● Beautiful Bats with Flying Fox Conservation Fund: July 14 2pm. Learning all about bats
and get the chance to meet some fruit bats. Families with children aged 3-10 years old.
Registration required.
● Brain Games with MSI Interns: July 31 & August 2 at 1pm - explore various science
concepts through hands-on activities. For ages 7-12. Registration required.
● Beth Wagner presents Scales & Tales: August 9 at 2pm - meet 8 types of animals in an
interactive show! For families with children of all ages. Registration required.
Kids Museum Passport: Check-out a free 7-day pass to one of the many great Chicago area
museums including the National Museum of Mexican Art, the Shedd Aquarium, the Museum of
Science & Industry, as well as suburban sites like the Brookfield Zoo and the Chicago Botanic
Gardens (discounted parking).Ravinia Lawn Tickets: Starting June 9th, any adult with a CPL library card can obtain up to 2
free Ravinia lawn tickets per Words & Music concerts (up to 4 passes per day). For more info, go
to: https://www.chipublib.org/news/get-tickets-to-selected-ravinia-concerts-at-cpl-2018/
North Park Community Market: Located in the Peterson parking lot. Created by North
Park residents (including some Peterson parents!), this market offers a variety of produce, arts,
foods, and live music. June 24, July 29, August 26, September 30, October 28 10am-2pm
Chicago Park District: Playgrounds, pools, and free events! We highlighted a few area parks
below, but for a complete listing, visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com or get the “My Chi Parks”
app on your phone to find out about all kinds of events at nearby parks.
The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson, June 21 6pm-7pm - Head to your nearest park district
pool to be a part an effort to break the Guinness Book of World Records record for the largest
swimming lesson! (register online)
North Park Village Nature Center (5801 N. Pulaski/312-744-5472):
Visit the Nature Center and go for a hike and explore the hands-on nature museum, open daily
10am-4pm. To receive regular emails regarding upcoming programs at the nature center, send
an email to friendsofnpvnc@gmail.com.
● City Wilds Festival: Learn about native plants and animals, hike the trails, enjoy a visit
with the Chicago Turtle Club and PLAY at the pop up play area, using boxes, rope, hoses,
trees and imaginations, kids can build their own playground for the day! Scales & Tales
Traveling Zoo will present its educational and interactive live animal program between 11
am - 2 pm. Registration not required. June 10 10am-3pm
● Mindful Meditation: Surrounded by beautiful nature, sit silently and listen to your own
voice. Mindful meditation can benefit everyone's body and mind. Bring your own
cushions, yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing. All levels of practitioners are
welcome. Ages 7 and up. Registration required. June 16 10am-11am
● Late Great Nocturnal Night: Drop in on the last Friday of the month to visit the Nature
Center at night. Learn about our nighttime wildlife and look for raccoons, opossums,
skunks, and even a flying squirrel. No registration required. June 29 4pm-8pm
● Theatre Hikes: Theatre Hikes' talented troupe of actors tell the stories of Ali Baba,
Sinbad, Aladdin and more. Enjoy a fun and interactive "build-your-own-story" ending.
Take an afternoon away to enjoy a stroll through some wilderness not too far off the
beaten path. Theatre Hikes will take you on a journey to another time and place for an
afternoon, all you need is your imagination. Bring a blanket or camping chair and water
bottle. Registration required. The Arabian Nights July 14 & July 15 1pm-4pmPeterson Park (5801 N. Pulaski):
● BODY CHOIR: With both physical exercise and images inspired by nature, BODY
CHOIR is a chance for all ages and cultures in the community to connect together as one.
This workshop is designed as a way for participants to discover they can make a
contribution to their community; it empowers them and raises their self-esteem. July 21
10am-12pm
● Movie in the Park: Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (rated PG-13) July 21
8:14pm-10:15pm
Eugene Field Park (5100 N. Ridgeway):
● Music of our Traditions by Mariachi Tradicion Juvenil:. Mariachi Music Mariachi Arts
and Culture Academy aims to provide opportunities for the youth to carry on the Art and
Culture of Mexico's Folk Music by reaching out to different cultural and socioeconomic
communities in the Chicago area. June 28 5pm-6pm
River Park (5100 N. Francisco):
● River Park Pool & Splash Pad (check with the park for schedule)
● Movie in the Park: Sing (PG) July 23 8:15pm-10:03pm
● Family Nature Day: an interactive, nature-based program for the entire family. June 14
4pm-8pm
Gompers Park (4222 W. Foster):
● Gompers Park Pool (check with the park for schedule)
● Where Rivers Meet by The Chicago Folklore Ensemble: a celebration of the cultural
contributions of Middle Eastern immigrants by featuring three master musicians from
Egypt, Iraq, & Palestine. These musicians’ personal stories will be told by storyteller
Anita Darwish along with a performance by the musicians and a small ensemble. June 22
6pm-8pm
● Concert & Movie in the Park: Rock-It Science will perform classic rock & roll songs from
6:30pm-8pm. coco (PG) will be screened from 8:15pm-10:00pm, July 27
Jensen Park (4650 N. Lawndale):
● CodeCreate Cardboard Switching: Build simple animals, objects or machines out of
cardboard and then decorate those surfaces with aluminum foil to trigger original
computer code. June 8 5pm-7pm
● Cirques Experiences Wheel Jam: Take a spin on the Gymnastics Wheel! August 11
6pm-7pm
● Movie in the Park: Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (PG-13) August 11 8:15pm-10:14pm
Ravenswood Manor Playlot Park (4626 N. Manor):● Friday night outdoor concerts from 7-9 p.m. (June 8 - Chris Waltz with Colby Maddox,
June 22 - Horner Park Jazz Band, July 6 - Temperance Brass Quintet, July 20 -
Generation Concert, August 3 - Lonesome Still, August 17 - Windy City Blue Grass, &
August 31 - Rokko Jans/Neighborhood Talent Show)
Independence Park (3945 N. Springfield):
● Summer Kick-off: Stop by Independence Park to kickoff summer. We have filled tons of
fun planned...arts/crafts, performances and jumpy/inflatables. For more information,
please visit http://independenceparkchicago.com June 15 5:30pm-8pm
● Farmers Market: Purchase fresh fruits & vegetables, pastries, meats, cheeses, fresh made
crepes and more! Every other Sunday 9am-1pm, June 10-Oct 21, credit cards and LINK
card accepted.
● Movies in the Park:
○ Guardians of the Galaxy (PG-13) June 15 9pm-11pm
○ Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (PG-13) July 20 8:50-10:49
○ Black Panther (PG-13) August 17 8:18pm-10:33pm
Welles Park (2333 W. Sunnyside):
● Tuesdays at the Gazebo Concert Series - Tuesdays 6/26-8/28 6:30-8:00 pm
● ArtSeed at Welles - Using storytelling, music, movement, and nature play rooted in
neighborhood stories, young people and their families are invited to explore the histories
and legacies of Chicago based artists and imagine the creative possibilities in their own
neighborhood. 6/25, 6/27, 7/2, 7/9, 7/11, 7/16, 7/18, 7/23, 7/25, 7/30, 8/1
4:30pm-6:30pm
● Chicago Shakespeare in the Park - August 4 6:30-8:00 pm & 8/5 4:00-5:30 pm
● Toddlers, Tunes, & Turtles - August 21 6:30pm-8:00pm.
● School of Rock Concert - August 28 6:30pm-8:00pm
West Ridge Nature Preserve (5801 N. Western):
● Bird Walk - Guided walk, bring binoculars. 6/3 8am-10am
● Kids Fishing Clinic - Trained volunteers teach kids aged 5-15 how to fish. All supplies
provided, catch & release only. 6/2, 6/17, 6/29, 7/11, 7/21, 7/25, 7/29, 8/1, 8/12, 8/22
9am-11am
● Family Nature Day - Explore plants, animals, & all things nature!, Insects June 30, Pond
Life August 25 - 11am-2pm
Northeastern Illinois University (5500 N. St. Louis):
● Community Dance & Music Programs: Dance & Music classes for kids aged 3 & up.
https://apm.activecommunities.com/crneiu/Activity_Search
● Neptune Swim Classes: Swim classes for kids 3 & up.
https://www.neiu.edu/university-life/campus-recreation/aquatics/neptune-learn-swim
● Summer Cool - day camp from 6/25-7/26 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Summer Cool is for
rising 5th, 6th and 7th grade students of all learning levels who want to enjoy a summerexperience that will encourage their use of creativity, collaboration, critical thinking and
communication, while having indoor and outdoor fun.
https://apm.activecommunities.com/crneiu/Activity_Search/1002
● Artisans Summer Camp - for ages 5-12 - June 18-22nd & June 25-29th from 10:30 a.m.-2
p.m. https://apm.activecommunities.com/crneiu/Activity_Search/951
North Park University Sports Camps (3225 W. Foster):
● North Park University Youth Soccer Camp – August 6th-10th, Full Day $250/Half Day
$150. For 5-12 year olds of all skill levels to learn new techniques in a fun, safe and
educational environment. For more information: www.npkidscamp.com
● North Park University Volleyball Youth Camp - Viking Elite Camp July 23-25 8:30am -
3:30pm grades 7-12 $150. Viking Jrs. General Skills Camp July 30-August 2,
8:30am-11:30am grades 1-6 $110. For more info:
https://athletics.northpark.edu/news/2018/4/17/womens-volleyball-announces-summe
r-camp-dates.aspx
● Basketball Camp – June 18-22, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. for youth in grades 1-8. $175. For
more information:
https://nparku_ftp.sidearmsports.com/custompages/WBasketball%202018/NORTH%2
0PARK%20SUMMER%20CAMP%20BROCHURE%202018.pdf
● Softball Futures Camp - June 17 9am-12pm ages 8-13 $65, optional pitching session
1:30pm $30. For more info: http://www.northparksoftballcamps.com/
AYSO Soccer Camps: Peterson Park - July 16-20 & August 13-17 5pm-8pm, 5 - 16 years of
age, $125 per session. Hollywood Park - August 6-10 5pm-6pm (ages 3-5 $85) or 5pm-8pm
(ages 6-16 $130). To register, go here: http://www.ayso183.org/
Kids College Summer Camp (Ravenswood Covenant Church, 4900 Damen Ave & North
Park University): A Christian-based summer camp for 3rd-8th graders. Six sessions of camp
M-F 9am-5pm, $99/session. For more info: http://www.kidscollege.info/
Ravenswood Farmers Market (Ravenswood Covenant Church, 4900 Damen Ave):
Wednesdays (June - October) 4-8 pm including farmers market as well as art activities, science
experiments, bouncy castle, playground, sensory bins and more
Around the World Summer Arts Camp: with Judy Edstrom & Anita Gabor, Peterson
Parents & Teachers - August 20-24 9:30-2:00 p.m. - $250 - contact akgabor@gmail.com or
edstromjudy5@gmail.com for more information and to sign up.
Messy Mini Masters: art classes from Judy Edstrom - Check out “Messy Mini Masters” on
Facebook for more details and contact Judy at edstromjudy5@gmail.com to get on the mailing
list to hear about dates and reserve a spot!Lincoln Square Summer Concert Series (Giddings Plaza, Lincoln Avenue between Lawrence & Wilson): Thursdays June 7 - August 30 6:30pm-9:00pm http://www.lincolnsquare.org/summer-concert-series Whealan Pool & Aquatic Center (6200 W. Devon): Pool featuring zero-depth entry, water playground, 2 waterslides, and kiddie pool. Open daily 11am-7pm, $7 for 13 years & up; $5 for 4-12 years; FREE for 3 years & under. Season passes are also available for purchase. Women's Association Forum: Comprehensive resources that focus on women and children. Several programs available such as: youth programs, driving classes, after-school care, Islamic education for kids, ESL for women, food pantry, job placement, and much more! For more info: www.wafchicago.org, 6431-33 N. California Ave, Unit 1, (773) 942-2253 All Around Chicago: Front Porch Concert Series: Concerts in and around Chicago on neighborhood porches! Bring a blanket and a picnic! https://www.facebook.com/frontporchconcertschicago/?ref=br_rs Free Museum Days: For detailed information on free museum days around the city, go to: http://chicagoonthecheap.com/free-chicago-museum-days/ Museums For All Program: Show your LINK card or WIC ID to get discounted or free tickets to area museums. This link lists participating museums and prices: https://lowincomerelief.com/illinois-link-card-perks/ Money Museum at the Federal Reserve (230 S. LaSalle St): Open year-round M-F 8:30am-5:00pm (except bank holidays). Learn about the history of currency, take your picture with $1 million dollars, and get a free package of shredded bills to take home! The Artist’s Studio at The Art Institute (111 N. Michigan Avenue): Admission to the Art Institute is always FREE for children aged 14 & under and free for Illinois residents on Thursdays from 5-8 p.m. The Artist’s Studio in the Modern Wing offers both advance registration & drop-in, free family-friendly opportunities to create art: www.artic.edu/visit/visiting-your-family Garfield Park Conservatory (300 N. Central Park): Large conservatory with various gardens including a children’s garden. For info on kid-friendly programming, go to www.garfield-conservatory.org. Open 9am-5pm, Wed 9am-8pm
Maggie Daley Park (337 E. Randolph St.): Play at the playground, walk, scooter, or rollerblade the ribbon path, or (for an additional fee) go rock climbing! Millennium Park (55 N. Michigan Ave): Variety of fun stuff! – Cloud Gate (“the bean”), free outdoor concerts, Lurie Garden, & Crown Fountain. List of Events: https://www.cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/mp_calendar.html Family Fun Festival: Daily kid-friendly activities from June 25th-August 10th, 10am-2pm, https://www.cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/family_fun_festival.html Chicago Beaches: With 26 miles of beaches, there are lots of options! This site has all of the information about the beaches, including water temperatures and beach closures. https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/beaches Lincoln Park Zoo (Lake Shore Drive at Fullerton Pkwy): Free zoo open weekdays 10am-5pm & weekends 10am-6:30pm. For a list of special events: http://www.lpzoo.org/events Geocaching around the city: Go on a family treasure hunt! https://www.geocaching.com/bookmarks/view.aspx?guid=7c63d8e5-6507-4f77-a44b-9160060 eaaac The 606 Trail: Walk, bike, or run on this elevated trail! http://www.the606.org/ Summer Movie Express - $1 Movies: Regal City North Stadium, 2600 N. Western Avenue, Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10 a.m. from 6/26-8/29. Go to https://www.regmovies.com/movies/summer-movie-express to find listings. Chicago Suburbs: Historic Wagner Farm (1510 Wagner Road, Glenview): Visit this free working farm & museum! Open Mon-Sat 9am-5pm and Sun 9am-3pm. http://www.glenviewparks.org/historicwagnerfarm/ Arlington Race Track Family Days (2200 W. Euclid, Arlington Heights): See the horses close-up, pony rides, bouncy house, and more! Sundays (Memorial Day-Labor Day) 1:00pm-5pm, Adults $8/Children 4-17 $4/Kids Pony Express Pass $6-$10 For more info: http://www.arlingtonpark.com/familyday
Skokie Sports Park (3459 Oakton Street, Skokie): Visit two mini adventure golf courses and modern outdoor batting cages (11 batting cage balls for $1; 18 adventure golf holes for $6-$7). For details & hours: https://www.skokieparks.org/skokie-sports-park Emily Oaks Nature Center (4650 Brummel Street, Skokie) The 13-acre savanna and nature center is an oasis full of native wildflowers, grasses, oak trees, a pond, and trails. M-F 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-4pm, Sun 10am-4pm 847-674-1500, ext. 2500. https://www.skokieparks.org/emily-oaks-nature-center Exploritorium (4701 Oakton Street, Skokie): Climbing tubes and tunnels, water play, lite brite wall, etc. at an indoor play space for kids. M, T, W, F 9-5; Sa 9-1. $5/person FREEBIE FRIDAY - every Friday from 3pm-5pm, purchase 1 admission, get 2nd FREE! https://www.exploritorium.org/ Skokie Park District Events - lots of family-friendly events in nearby Skokie! https://www.skokieparks.org/special-events Proesel Park Summer Concert Series (7055 N. Kostner, Lincolnwood): Thursday Evenings with free activities for kids starting at 6pm and live music at 7pm, June 7- July 19. .
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