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Welcoming Walks: Women’s Hike: OptOut – In

Forest Park Nature Center

Join us for a hike Women’s Only Trek the day after Black Friday. Connect with other adult Women who like hiking, nature and meeting new people. There will be a short introduction and then we will be on our way. This hike will be chosen dependent on weather conditions. Prepare for hiking about 2 hours depending on breaks. This is a harder level hike with slopes. Bring water, snacks, appropriate hiking gear, layers, closed toed… Read Full Post

Event Series Wine and Wreaths

Wine and Wreaths

Luthy Botantical Garden

Sip, create, and celebrate the season with our festive wreath making workshop! Enjoy a relaxing evening as you craft your very own holiday wreath—perfect for your front door, window, or fireplace mantel. We’ll provide everything you need, including a variety of fresh greenery like evergreens, juniper, pine cones, dried hydrangea, and decorative accents. Beer and wine will be available for purchase to help spark your creativity. Participants must be age 21 or over to register!… Read Full Post

$45

Event Series Wine and Wreaths

Wine and Wreaths

Luthy Botantical Garden

Sip, create, and celebrate the season with our festive wreath making workshop! Enjoy a relaxing evening as you craft your very own holiday wreath—perfect for your front door, window, or fireplace mantel. We’ll provide everything you need, including a variety of fresh greenery like evergreens, juniper, pine cones, dried hydrangea, and decorative accents. Beer and wine will be available for purchase to help spark your creativity. Participants must be age 21 or over to register!… Read Full Post

$45
Event Series Holiday Shop & Stroll

Holiday Shop & Stroll

Forest Park Nature Center

Experience a candlelit path through our woods along with a cozy campfire, holiday tunes and our festive Nature Art Show & Sale. This is a free community event! We ask that you help support Forest Park Nature Center by: Making an onsite donation at the event Shopping at the Nature Art Show & Sale or in the Trailhead Nature Store Become a FPNC Member at https://peoriaparks.org/memberships/

Brunch with Santa

Peoria Zoo 2320 N. Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL, United States

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with Brunch with Santa! Gather with family and friends for a festive morning featuring a delicious brunch and quality time with Santa himself. Kids can write a letter to Rudolph, enjoy holiday-themed coloring pages, and soak in the spirit of the season. Space is limited, so reserve your spot here for this cheerful holiday tradition!

$25
Event Series Holiday Shop & Stroll

Holiday Shop & Stroll

Forest Park Nature Center

Experience a candlelit path through our woods along with a cozy campfire, holiday tunes and our festive Nature Art Show & Sale. This is a free community event! We ask that you help support Forest Park Nature Center by: Making an onsite donation at the event Shopping at the Nature Art Show & Sale or in the Trailhead Nature Store Become a FPNC Member at https://peoriaparks.org/memberships/

Event Series Holiday Shop & Stroll

Holiday Shop & Stroll

Forest Park Nature Center

Experience a candlelit path through our woods along with a cozy campfire, holiday tunes and our festive Nature Art Show & Sale. This is a free community event! We ask that you help support Forest Park Nature Center by: Making an onsite donation at the event Shopping at the Nature Art Show & Sale or in the Trailhead Nature Store Become a FPNC Member at https://peoriaparks.org/memberships/

Members Only: Family Winter Solstice Hike

Forest Park Nature Center

Step into the beauty of the longest night and welcome the return of the light. On the eve of the Winter Solstice, journey with a Forest Park Naturalist through the hushed woods of the Nature Preserve. We'll celebrate this ancient moment of renewal in the crisp winter air, and toast the brighter days ahead with a warm cup of hot chocolate at the Nature Center. You must be a member of Forest Park Nature Center… Read Full Post

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