A NOT-SO-SPOOKY ADVENTURE FULL OF TREATS AND SURPRISES:

The Great Boo Quest is a fun-filled Halloween outdoor adventure where families follow clues, collect treats, and meet lively costumed characters along the way. Enjoy interactive entertainment, photo ops, a festive hayride, and a classic car trick-or-treat, all wrapped into one unforgettable fun-filled quest! With fun around every corner, even the littlest adventurers can join the excitement while parents enjoy making magical Halloween memories together!

Onsite vendors will include:
– Bob’s Classic Kettle Corn
– Snarf Foods (caramel apples)

Saturday, October 10
1:00-4:00pm
Viking Park

Fee:
$10R/$13NR (pre-registered)
$15 R/NR (day of)
*Fee is per child, ages 3-17. Grown-ups 18+ and littles under 3 are free.

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Exciting improvements are on the horizon for Southridge Park!

Join us for a public meeting, where you’ll get a first look at the proposed design concepts, explore the planned amenities, and share your ideas. This is your chance to provide your feedback on any additional features you would like to see incorporated into the project!

Stop by, visit, and let us hear your thoughts!

Wednesday, August 14
6:00-7:30pm
Southridge Park | Southridge Dr & Indian Trail Rd

Discover the joy of sewing in this relaxed, project-based workshop led by Loopy Connections, Northern Illinois’ community fiber-arts nonprofit. Learn sewing machine basics while creating a fun, beginner-friendly project to take home.

In this class, participants will create a custom patchwork tote bag perfect for transporting all their essentials!

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Saturday, October 17
9:00am-12:00pm
Ages 9-13

Calling all kids who want to create a special holiday gift for an important grown-up in their life. Children will choose from a variety of fun projects and take pride in wrapping their handmade gifts to take home.

Tuesday, December 8
4:30-5:30pm

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Students will bring pre-printed or their own designs to life in this fun workshop. Every artist will go home with a canvas masterpiece. Just be sure to wear clothes that can get messy.

*Note: This class is for ages 5-10 years old.

Tuesday, November 1
4:30-5:30pm

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Halloween Fun

In this Halloween-themed class, children ages 3-10 will explore the not-so-spooky side of the season through engaging crafts, science activities, and games.

Event Details:

Tuesday, October 20 | 4:30-5:30pm

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Down on the Farm

This farm-inspired class offers a fun and engaging experience for children ages 3-10. We will explore life on a farm through creative crafts and fun activities

Event Details:

Tuesday, September 22
4:30-5:30pm

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Spring is here—let’s celebrate! Get ready for colorful, cheerful activities as we explore growing plants, fresh beginnings, and lots of outdoor fun in the sunshine.

The program time is 6:30a-6:00p. Children can be dropped off as early as 6:30a and picked up by 6:00p. Themed activities will take place between 9:00a-3:00pm. Please bring a sack lunch, water bottle, and dress for the weather (some activities may be held outside, weather permitting).

This is a non-school day for District 50 and 56 students. Minimum number of participants to run: 15

Thursday, March 25th

Hunt Club Community Center

6:30a-6:00p

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Turn everything upside down! Get ready to do things in silly and surprising ways as we play games, follow instructions, and complete activities all in reverse. It’s a day full of laughs, creativity, and thinking outside the box—so don’t forget to dress backwards for extra fun!

The program time is 6:30a-6:00p. Children can be dropped off as early as 6:30a and picked up by 6:00p. Themed activities will take place between 9:00a-3:00pm. Please bring a sack lunch, water bottle, and dress for the weather (some activities may be held outside, weather permitting).

This is a non-school day for District 50 and 56 students. Minimum number of participants to run: 15

Wednesday, March 24th

Hunt Club Community Center

6:30a-6:00p

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Explore the amazing world of animals! We’ll learn how different animals live, move, and survive through fun games, creative projects, and hands-on activities. You’ll even get a chance to become your favorite animal with fun face painting!

The program time is 6:30a-6:00p. Children can be dropped off as early as 6:30a and picked up by 6:00p. Themed activities will take place between 9:00a-3:00pm. Please bring a sack lunch, water bottle, and dress for the weather (some activities may be held outside, weather permitting).

This is a non-school day for District 50 and 56 students. Minimum number of participants to run: 15

Tuesday, March 23rd

Hunt Club Community Center

6:30a-6:00p

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