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1: The Afterschool Program Fall 2008 parks include: Brainerd Park, Chase Park, River Park, and Touhy-Herbert Park. |
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2: The Family Workshop Program A team of
two museums conducts three family workshops in each of the
participating
parks. The host park provides dinner, creating a fun and relaxing
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Museum staff helps parents develop strategies for using museums as
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and recreational resources with their children. Families visit the
two museums. Fall 2008 parks
include: Humboldt Park, Lincoln Park Cultural Center, Shabbona
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receive a quarterly newsletter that includes information about special
museum
programs and exhibits and features writing and artwork from
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3: For event schedule click here. Fall 2008 parks include: LaFollette Park, McGuane Park, Riis Park, Tarkington Park, and Wolfe Park. |
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4: Families that have successfully completed Phase 3 receive passes good for free admission for an entire year to all of the participating museums—the more you use them, the more they are worth. |
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Adler
Planetarium & Astronomy Museum 1300 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605 312.922.STAR www.adlerplanetarium.org |
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DuSable Museum of African American History 740 E. 56th Place, Chicago, IL 60637 773.947.0600 www.dusablemuseum.org |
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Museum of Contemporary Art 220 E. Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611 312.280.2660 www.mcachicago.org |
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Museum of Mexican Art 1852 W. 19th Street, Chicago, IL 60608 312.738.1503 www.nationalmuseumofmexicanart.org |
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John G. Shedd Aquarium 1200 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605 312.939.2438 www.sheddaquarium.org |
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Chicago Park District 541 N. Fairbanks, Chicago, IL 60611 312.742.PLAY www.chicagoparkdistrict.com |
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| Contact
Park Voyagers For further information on the Park Voyagers program or contact information for our 23 park locations throughout the city of Chicago, please contact Park Voyagers at: c/o Museums In the Park 1601 N. Clark Chicago, IL 60614 email: jfeit@museumsinthepark.org |
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Welcome Phase 3
Families from Tarkington Park, and Wolfe Park. Graver, Hiawatha, LeClaire-Hearst Margate and Rainbow Beach Parks! Our next Phase 3 event is on Saturday, September 13 at the Museum of Contemporary Art. Mark your calendars and check with your park staff for details and bus times. You will receive invitations in the mail to these events. Here’s the schedule forFall 2008: Saturday, September 13 at Museum of Contemporary Art Saturday, October 18 at Chicago History Museum Saturday, November 8 at DuSable Museum Saturday, December 6 at Museum of Science and Industry July - September 2008 The Art Institute of Chicago Chicago History Museum DuSable Museum of African American History The Field Museum Museum of Contemporary Art Museum of Science and Industry National Museum of Mexican Art Notebaert Nature Museum John G. Shedd Aquarium |
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Planetarium & Astronomy Museum (312) 922-STAR www.adlerplanetarium.org Come & check us out as we explore the amazing Universe around us. Go to the Adler’s website for admission prices, times, and information. Spend the Summer at the Adler! The Adler Planetarium has summer day camp programs for a variety of ages, and the Field-Adler-Shedd Tri-Institutional Summer Worlds Tour returns for another fun-filled year! Spaces are filling up fast for all sessions, so register now! Registration is online, and information is on the website. Click the link for Adler Summer Camps. FAMILY PROGRAMS Far Out Fridays July 11 (**2nd Friday due to July 4th holiday), August 1, September 5, 4:30-10:00 p.m. Enjoy the spectacle of the starry sky as you experience Far Out Fridays at the Adler Planetarium on the first Friday of every month**! Scope out the many activities including educational activities for children and families, telescope viewing of the night sky, unlimited shows in the historic Sky Theater and the world’s first StarRider Theater, and Doane Observatory tours. SPACE SHOWS (ongoing) Cosmic Collisions – Opening June 6, 2008 Daily Show Times: 10:45 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 1:45 p.m., 4 p.m. Cosmic Collisions is a breathtaking new space show narrated by award-winning actor, director and producer Robert Redford. A spectacular immersive theater experience, Cosmic Collisions launches visitors on a thrilling trip through space and time to explore cosmic collisions- impacts that drive the dynamic and continuing evolution of the Universe. Groundbreaking scientific simulations and visualizations based on cutting-edge research—many seen for the first time—depict the dramatic and explosive encounters that shaped our Solar System, changed the course of life on Earth, and continue to transform our galaxy. The new show explores the full range of space collisions, past, present, and future. Fly Me to the Moon (3D Space Show) Daily Show Times: 10:45 a.m., 11:45 a.m., 12:45 p.m., 1:45 p.m., 2:45 p.m. Three starry-eyed tween-aged flies who live near Cape Canaveral in 1969 share their dreams of traveling into outer space. They stumble upon an opportunity to stow away on the historic Apollo 11 mission to the Moon and their incredible adventure begins. This heart-warming story combines a thrilling space adventure with one of the most amazing moments in human history – the first Apollo Moon landing. After the film, families can visit the Adler’s popular new exhibition, Shoot for the Moon, to learn more about NASA’s early space exploration missions. TOP Art Institute of Chicago (312) 443-3600 www.artic.edu
Kaleidoscope: A Family Day August 2, 10:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Escape into the wonderful world of the annual Kaleidoscope Family Day! Museum admission is free to families for “Kaleidoscope”—a day of discovery, creativity, and family fun. See an exciting performance of “Time Travelers”. Visit art-making stations all over the museum, discover art treasures by completing a gallery hunt, meet Artie the lion, and much more. All ages; Registration not required. “360 Degrees: Art Beyond Borders” Opening Day September 27, 10:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Drop-in activities and a visit from Artie the lion are all part of a day of events to celebrate the Art Institute’s theme for the new season of programs: “360 Degrees: Art Beyond Borders”. All ages; Registration not required. THE ARTIST'S STUDIO Saturdays & Sundays, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Thursdays in July, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Fridays in July and August, 5:00-7:00 p.m. (except August 1) All ages welcome. Registration not required July: Pattern Play Design a pattern using African symbols August: Wearable Art Create a carved pendant inspired by the art of Africa September: Surprise Workshop Stop by and explore your creative side! FAMILY PROGRAMS Workshops 2:00–3:30 p.m. Visit the galleries with your family on a tour led by education staff and create your own work of art to take home. Registration is required. Space is limited. For ages 6-12: July 18 and 19: Clay Carving August 22 and 23: Picturing Summer Drawing in the Galleries Thursdays 5:00–7:00 p.m. Drop-in and try your hand at drawing works of art in the museum galleries! Ages 6 and up; Registration not required Gallery Walks: Me and My Museum Fridays and Sundays in July and August, 2:00-2:30 p.m. (except July 4) Ages 6 and up; Registration not required Gallery Walks: Court Arts of Africa Thursdays and Saturdays in July and August, 2:00-2:30 p.m. (except July 3, 5, and 10; August 2) Fridays in July and August, 6:00-6:30 p.m. (except July 4 and 11; August 1) Ages 6 and up; Registration not required TOP Chicago History Museum (312) 642-4600 www.chicagohistory.org Children 12 and under receive FREE admission to the museum—EVERYDAY! The Museum is FREE on Mondays! PROGRAMS Life Along the ‘L’ Tours are held on select Sundays from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Explore the city’s diverse neighborhoods during these one-of-a-kind excursions. Tours visit a variety of sites, from gritty industrial districts to elegant cultural institutions. Visit our website for more information. Movies in the Park Wednesday, July 30th Ferris Bueller’s Day Off Wednesday, August 20th My Best Friend’s Wedding Admission is FREE Presented in collaboration with the Chicago Park District, all of our movies have one thing in common—Chicago! Movies are shown on our back plaza, which is located in Lincoln Park, so we suggest that you bring snacks and chairs or a cushy mat. 4th of July Celebration Friday, July 4, 2008 from 10:00 a.m.–12:00 noon FREE event on the Museum’s Uihlein Plaza Celebrate our nation’s independence at the Museum! You are invited to the 49th annual Star-Spangled Independence Day, featuring festivities for the entire family. This year’s guest speaker is former Chicago alderman Leon Despres. Other highlights include patriotic music, a reading of the Declaration of Independence, face painting, and a children’s costume parade led by the World’s Tallest Uncle Sam! EXHIBITIONS Catholic Chicago March 8, 2008-January 4, 2009 Explore the little-known history of Chicago’s largest religious community and its influence on education, architecture, social activism, and city traditions. This original exhibition features artifacts, paintings, historic documents, and film footage. Konen Family Children’s Gallery Sensing Chicago History is all around you. It is beautiful, noisy, rough, stinky, and delicious! In this gallery, the Museum invites kids and their families to use their five senses to explore Chicago’s past. Ride a high-wheel bicycle. Hear the Great Chicago Fire. Smell a chocolate factory. Be a Chicago-style hot dog! Chicago: Crossroads of America This exhibition is a perfect overview of Chicago’s vast history. Whether you are interested in Chicago’s changing economy, challenging crises, diverse neighborhoods, groundbreaking innovations, or lively cultural scene, this exhibition is a must see! Imagining Chicago: The Dioramas Visit the gallery to learn the story of Chicago rise from a desolate frontier outpost in 1804 to the bustling city that hosted the World’s Columbian Exposition of 1893. TOP DuSable Museum of African American History (773) 947-0600 www.dusablemuseum.org MUSEUM HOURS The museum will be closed on Mondays, through December 31, 2008. HOLIDAY HOURS Happy 4th of July! The museum will be closed on July 4, also on Labor Day, September 1, 2008. SPECIAL EXHIBITS Soul Soldiers: African Americans and the Vietnam Era The most comprehensive exhibition explores the issues of the Vietnam War from an African American perspective. This exhibit highlights Vietnam and the rise of the Civil Rights Movement, showcasing such items as soldiers’ uniforms, military recruitment posters, photographs, and letters sent back home from the soldiers. Audio and videos show how the era shaped pop culture and influenced the music during the 1960’s and ‘70’s. A Slow Walk to Greatness the Harold Washington Story This exhibit reinstallation will take a closer look into the life and legacy of Harold Washington, Chicago’s first African American Mayor. Twenty years after his passing, new generations of Chicagoans will have the opportunity to learn about the tremendous impact that Mayor Washington had on the city and the country. Red, White, Blue & Black: A History of Blacks in the Armed Services The call to serve has always had a special significance in conferring the highest claim of citizenship and patriotic responsibility. However, the irony for more than 14 million black men and women who have served in the armed forces, the right to serve, fight, and die for America has been a battle of its own. This exhibit is inspired by those whose deeds have gone unnoticed, and by those who have fought this country’s external enemies while having to fight the internal enemies of racism and inequality. FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES Children’s Penny Cinema Series (Where every adult must be accompanied by a child.) Viewing at: 10:30 a.m. Cost: One Penny July Wed. 2 - “The Adventure of Teddy P. Brains: Journey into the Rainforest" Thurs. 3 - “Getting Grown” Wed. 9 - “Happily Ever After: Robinita Hood” Thurs. 10 - “The Runaway” Wed. 16 - “Anansi Goes Fishing”, “The Magic Lion”, & “Buddy T’s Little Theater” Thurs. 17 - “Taking Care of Terrific” Wed. 23 - “You Must Remember This” Thurs. 24 - “Tall Tales & Legends: John Henry” Wed. 30 - “Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad” Thurs. 31 - “George Washington Carver: The Peanut Man” August Wed. 6 - “Tales from the Land of Gullah for Kids” Thurs. 7 - “Brother Future” Wed. 13 - “Thugaboo Sneaker Madness” Thurs. 14 - “The Mighty Pawns” MUSEUM PROGRAMS Movies with a Mission The following films, presented in collaboration with Sankofa Spirit, are designed to create a better awareness of Africa and the Diaspora. “Congressman Robert Smalls: A Patriot’s Journey from Slavery to Capital Hill” Sunday, July 13, 2:00 p.m. “Homecoming” Sunday, August 10, 2:00 p.m. “The Lion Mountains - A Journey Through Sierra Leone’s History” Sunday, September 14, 2:00 p.m. For information, descriptions, and event times, call (773) 947-0600 ext. 225 or 255. SPECIAL EVENT 34th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival July 12 - 13, 2008. Calling all youth and adult artists! Get your artwork ready, so that you can participate in the festival. For Information: (773) 947-0600 ext. 620. Local artists and artisans will showcase their work and fine hand crafts in a two day outdoor market place. Performances include storytelling, music and dance demonstrations. Fun for the whole family! (Call for a schedule of the days’ events.) For more information, performance times, workshop and movie descriptions, call (773) 947-0600 ext 225 or 255. TOP The Field Museum (312) 665-7400 www.fieldmuseum.org EXHIBITIONS George Washington Carver through July 6, 2008 Discover George Washington Carver, scientist and humanitarian, whose groundbreaking work creating products from plants continues to influence scientists—and our own lives—today. Mythic Creatures: Dragons, Unicorns & Mermaids through September 1, 2008 Trace the cultural and natural history roots of some of the world’s most enduring mythological beasts of land, sea, and air, such as dragons, griffins, mermaids, sea serpents, and unicorns. This exhibition is organized by the American Museum of Natural History, New York, in collaboration with The Field Museum, Chicago; Canadian Museum of Civilization, Gatineau-Ottawa; Australian National Maritime Museum, Sydney; and Fernbank Museum of Natural History, Atlanta Lead Sponsor: MetLife Foundation Nature Unleashed: Inside Natural Disasters through January 4, 2009 Earthquakes. Tornadoes. Hurricanes. Volcanic eruptions. Tsunamis. Explore these immense forces of geology and weather that have shaped our planet and our world. This exhibition is organized by The Field Museum. National Tour Sponsor: Allstate Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice DNA Discovery Center Opens May 2, 2008, Permanent Exhibition Discover what DNA is, how it works and what it can tell us about ourselves and other living things. EXHIBITIONS FOR CHILDERN The Crown Family PlayLab Now Open! Dig in... Dress up... Explore and grow! Young children are natural scientists, constantly observing and testing the world around them. Now there’s a wonderful new place to encourage your child’s explorations and creative play: the Crown Family PlayLab at The Field Museum. The PlayLab starts with a child’s innate curiosity and a family-friendly environment, adds real artifacts and specimens, and encourages young explorers to discover the wonders of nature and learn about diverse cultures. The PlayLab offers endless opportunities for young visitors to express themselves, thrill to their own discoveries, and be a scientist for a day. With activities and challenges that grow along with your child’s interests, the PlayLab offers a new adventure every time you visit. FAMILY PROGRAMS Artists and Authors present Deborah Ruddell June 14, 1:30-3:00 p.m., free with general admission. Do you like to rhyme words? So does Deborah Ruddell author of Today at the Bluebird Café: A Branchful of Birds. Come join Deborah Ruddell and some of her fine-feathered friends for an afternoon of poetry. At the Art Studio Daily in July and August, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., free with general admission. Calling all young artists! What makes a dinosaur a dinosaur? There are many creatures, real and pretend, that look kind of like dinosaurs, but how can people tell what’s a dinosaur and what’s not? Come express your thoughts and feelings on this subject through a variety of open-ended art materials. Artists at The Field Every second Saturday of the month, 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., free with general admission. Bring your pencils and your brushes and get tips from professional artists throughout the Museum as they study, weave, draw, paint and sculpt. Scientist at The Field Every third Saturday of the month, 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., free with general admission. Meet a Field Museum scientist and see rarely displayed specimens from our collections! Ask questions about what’s on display and get inside knowledge on our artifacts and specimens! Family Field Day Third Saturday of every month,11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., free with general admission. Take part in fun and free art and science activities in the Crown Family PlayLab and in the rest of the Museum. Be a detective, scientists, musician, and much more! TOP Museum of Contemporary Art (312) 280-2660 www.mcachicago.org FAMILY FUN ON THE PLAZA Tuesdays and Saturdays, July-August, 1:00-3:00 p.m., excluding July 5 Whether dropping by for fifteen minutes or staying for two hours, families enjoy these outdoor workshops on the MCA plaza. Drawing inspiration from the museum’s summer exhibitions, children and adults of all ages experiment with different media and learn more about the MCA’s featured artists under the Chicago summer sun. Activities recommended for children ages 5 and up No registration necessary MCA OUTREACH EVENTS Millennium Park Family Fun Festival presented by TARGET. The tent is open from 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. seven days a week. The MCA is onsite June 16-29, 2008. TOP Museum
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Industry Monday - Saturday: 9:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Sunday: 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Call or visit the website to buy tickets or find out about movie show times, admission and further exhibit information. EXHIBITIONS The Glass Experience now through September 1, 2008 See the stunning beauty and learn the amazing craftsmanship that is the world of glass! In the Museum’s own hot glass studio, watch as the nation’s finest glass artists from the Corning Museum of Glass blow 2300-degree molten glass into works of art. Artisans will repair dazzling stained glass pieces while you observe and ask questions. View master works of glass from artists such as Dale Chihuly, Louis Comfort Tiffany and Frank Lloyd Wright as you learn how the art, science and technology of glass influence our culture, lifestyle and economy. This exhibit is not included in general admission and requires a ticket and specified entry time. Smart Home: Green and Wired now through January 4, 2009 Welcome to the house of the future. The Museum of Science and Industry in partnership with Michelle Kaufmann Designs is building a “green” home just outside the museum walls. The Smart Home will celebrate exciting new directions in eco-friendly living and will showcase unique home technologies. Come and take a tour of the interior and exterior of this one of a kind house. This exhibit is not included in general admission and requires a ticket and specified entry time. SHOWING IN OMNIMAX® sponsored by WGN-CW Television, Chicago Additional fee; timed-entry Grand Canyon Adventure: River at Risk now through February 28, 2009 Set against the immense backdrop of the majestic Grand Canyon, this film will take you on an exhilarating river-rafting adventure down the Colorado River. Travel in the company of a team of explorers who are committed to bringing awareness to global water issues. Combining science and adventure with some of the giant screen cinema’s most compelling imagery and locations, this film delivers a message of hope and inspiration for all people of the world. Dinosaurs Alive! now through October 9, 2008 A global adventure of science and discovery, featuring the earliest dinosaurs of the Triassic Period to the monsters of the Cretaceous Period. Join some of the world’s most famous paleontologists as they uncover evidence that the descendents of dinosaurs still walk (or fly) among us. TOP National Museum of Mexican Art (formerly the Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum) (312) 738-1503 www.nationalmuseumofmexicanart.org EXHIBITIONS Declaration Of Immigration July 4 - September 16, 2008 This exhibition will provide a voice for immigrant communities, further educate our visitors about immigration, add another voice to the ongoing national debate, and provide support for immigrants in the U.S. The exhibition will overview immigration history, as well as employ contemporary works of art to address this current topic with a “new” artistic vocabulary. PUBLIC PROGRAMS Domingos Familiares: Viajes Personales July 27 and August 24, 2:00-4:00 p.m. Registration: (312) 433-3950; Free Share your family’s personal stories describing how you or your ancestors arrived to the United States by creating a three-dimensional project that will discuss immigration. Comparta sus historias personales de como sus antepasados o usted, llegaron a los Estados Unidos creando un proyecto tridimensional que hablara sobre migración. ADULT & EDUCATOR ART CLASS CLASE DE ARTE PARA MAESTROS Y ADULTOS “Quilt Me a Story” Workshop Has del textil una historia Saturdays, July 19, 26 & August 9, 16, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. $70 general / $60 members CPDUs available, materials included. Everyone has a story. Quilts can be works of art as well as tell stories through pictures. Share your immigration story by creating a quilt. No sewing experience or sewing machine necessary. Todos tenemos una historia. Los quilts (textiles) pueden ser una obra de arte, así como también, a través de imágenes nos pueden contar historias. Comparta sus historias de inmigración al crear un quilt (textil) de formato grande. No necesita experiencia en costura o tener maquina de coser. A Call For Young Artists! Artists ages 13 to 21 can contribute to the publication, “The Pursuit of Happiness” by sending their art to Yollocalli Arts Reach and seize the opportunity to include their work in this collective zine about immigration. For more information: (312) 455-9652 / www. yollocalli.org Jovenes artistas de 13 a 21 años de edad, podrán contribuir a la publicacion sobre inmigracion titulada “La busqueda de la felicidad”, mandando sus obras a Yollocalli Arts Reach. Para más información (312) 455-9652 / www.yollocalli.org Please visit www.nationalmuseumofmexicanart.org for additional programming and events. TOP Notebaert
Nature Museum Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. FREE on Thursdays! SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS Lawn Nation: The Art and Science of the American Lawn Through September 7 Explore America’s love-hate relationship with turf grass from three different perspectives: history, impact and alternatives. Examine the lawn through a variety of media and installations, including audio narratives, documentary video projects, flat shows, outdoor lawn art, and outdoor programs for the whole family. Only in Chicago at the Nature Museum! FAMILY PROGRAMS All listed programs are free with Museum admission. Gnome Hunt Through September 7, ongoing I bet you won’t find just one! Garden gnomes have come to the Museum to share their knowledge about lawns. Come and take part in the gnome hunt in and around the Museum and grounds. Take Home Lawns & Build-a-Lawn Saturdays & Sundays, through September 7, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Join us after you’ve toured Lawn Nation to create a take-home lawn and learn about ways to make less of an environmental impact in your yard. Turn boring turf lawn into a teeming prairie filled with native grasses and wildlife in this exciting Build-a-Lawn game for children and families. Seed and Read Saturday & Sunday, July 19 & 20 and August 16 & 17, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Make bookmarks from recycled paper pulp and grass seed. Then use it in a book or plant it in your lawn. What’s in the Lawn? Saturday & Sunday, July 26 & 27 and August 30 & 31, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Let’s play in the dirt! Help us survey the lawn around the Museum and learn how to do it at home. Test the soil and see what kinds of critters call the lawn their home. Summer Camps Return to the Nature Museum Register Now! July 7 - August 15 Fun-filled camps connect children (ages 4-8) to the wonders of nature through a unique combination of art, music, movement, hands-on science activities, and live animal encounters. Two-week day camps start at $340. Visit naturemuseum.org to download registration forms and additional camp information. SPECIAL EVENTS Toddlers, Tunes and Turtles July 23, 5:00-7:00 p.m. Located in the park just north of the Nature Museum. Sing songs with musicians from Old Town School of Folk Music, meet live animals, and enjoy toddler-friendly nature activities and healthy refreshments. No registration required. In collaboration with the Chicago Park District. Get the Dirt! July 24, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Join storyteller Jim May for an evening of “tall” grass tales including Ray Bradbury’s tale of dandelions. Bring your lawn chair, family, blanket, and picnic basket. Cost: $10/person, $25/family of four. Registration with payment is required at signup@naturemuseum.org. Picnic basket dinners are available on a prepaid order basis. Grazin’ in the Grass August 7, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Bring your picnic dinner, blankets, and set up your lawn chairs to hear a variety of meadow, woodland and water inspired musical treats performed by a quartet of the Chicago Sinfonietta. Cost: $10/person, $25/family or four. Registration with payment required at signup@natruemuseum.org. Picnic basket dinners are available on a prepaid-order basis. TOP Shedd Aquarium Memorial Day, May 26 to Labor Day, Sept. 1 Daily 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Thursdays, June 19–Aug. 28, 2008: 9:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. SPECIAL EXHIBIT Lizards and the Komodo King Through summer of 2008 What do you say to an 8-foot lizard that doesn’t want to leave? Stay, of course! Faust, the Komodo dragon, with his court of 25 other lizard species, continues his reign at Shedd. Whether you’re planning your first visit to “Lizards” or your fifth, Faust, at 154 pounds, will amaze you. But so will the wall-walking geckos, camouflaged chameleons, busy bearded dragons and all the others. Faust is the first live Komodo dragon ever on display in Chicago, so take advantage of this extended opportunity to see him — again and again! Lizards and the Komodo King is sponsored by Motorola and the Motorola Foundation. Location: Special Exhibit Gallery YOUTH PROGRAMS Summer Worlds Tour 2008 Summer Camp Children ages 5 -10 years old will make stops at Adler Planetarium, Field Museum and Shedd Aquarium. Campers will discover tools of exploration at Adler, uncover stories of mythical creatures at Field and transform into underwater explorers at Shedd. Choose one of the four one-week sessions beginning July 7. Session I: July 7-11 Session II: July 14-18 Session III: July 21-25 Session IV: July 28-August 1 Please visit www.adlerplanetarium.org/summerworldstour to complete your registration on line. Questions? Please call Adler Planetarium at (312) 322-0329. Shedd Explorers: The Next Generation of Natural World Ambassadors As a Shedd Explorer you will connect with Shedd’s animal collection, exhibits and experts through learning adventures. Play interactive games and challenge your understanding while on your way to becoming a natural world ambassador. 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Choose a one-week session based on the camper’s age. Session for 13-14 year-olds: June 23-27 Session A for 11-12 year-olds: July 7-11 Session B for 11-12 year-olds: July 14-18 Fee: $250 per person ($230 Shedd members) Preregistration is required. To register, please call (312) 692-2702. For more information, please e-mail families@sheddaquarium.org. SHEDD EXPLORERS WEEKENDS Shedd Explorers is geared for kids 11-14 years old who are energized by aquatic science and want to take part in exciting challenges, make cool discoveries and get unique glimpses of Shedd. Exploring Birds of Prey! September 06, 1:00-3:00 p.m. Exploring the Amazon! November 01, 1:00-3:00 p.m. Preregistration is required. To register, please call (312) 692-2702. For more information, please e-mail families@sheddaquarium.org FAMILY FIELD PROGRAMS Program content is geared for families with children who are 5 to 10 years old, but all ages are welcome. Volo Bog Saturday, June 7, 10:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Bogs are one of our local wetland environments. They are also fun places to uncover our world’s natural wonders. Fee: $35 per person ($25 per person Shedd member) Gone Fishing Saturday, August 2,10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Create your own family fish stories as you join us for a relaxing day of fun in the sun at Lincoln Park’s South Lagoon. Fee: $35 per person ($25 per person Shedd member) Registration is required. To register, please call (312) 692-2702. For more information or questions, please e-mail families@sheddaquarium.org. TOP |
| SPECIAL THANKS Park Voyagers is supported in part by grants from the ten museums of Museums In the Park and Kraft Foods. |