(Education programs can be found here.)
May
15 8 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
Birdwalks at South Pond
More than 300 species of birds have been observed in Lincoln Park, one of the Chicago area's best locations to see the large numbers of migrating birds that pass through every year.
Join us on Thursday mornings during migration as we look for warblers and tanagers, finches and flyover hawks. The South Pond is also home to a nesting colony of black-crowned night-herons, and spring is the best time to watch them court and build nests.
These walks are geared toward beginning and intermediate birders, with an emphasis on learning bird identification. All are welcome. Bring binoculars, and dress for the weather. Click here for more information
17 10 a.m.
Bug Club: Ages 5-7
This 1 day class occurs on May 17 at 10 a.m.
Want to know how bugs spend the winter? Or what makes Madagascar cockroaches hiss? Discover the wonder of bugs in this class that highlights a new species each month.
10-11:30 a.m.
Click here to register
17 10 a.m.–11 a.m.
Berry Good Fun (for children): Whole Foods Cooking Class
Summer’s berries can’t be beat. Join Chef Melissa Graham of Purple Asparagus and Monogramme Events for some berry good fun making fun, kid-friendly dishes, including Rosy Sunrises (a kiddy cocktail), Mini Raspberry-Cornmeal Muffins, Blueberry Buckwheat Pancakes and Homemade Berry Sodas. Click here for more information
22 8 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
Birdwalks at South Pond
More than 300 species of birds have been observed in Lincoln Park, one of the Chicago area's best locations to see the large numbers of migrating birds that pass through every year.
Join us on Thursday mornings during migration as we look for warblers and tanagers, finches and flyover hawks. The South Pond is also home to a nesting colony of black-crowned night-herons, and spring is the best time to watch them court and build nests.
These walks are geared toward beginning and intermediate birders, with an emphasis on learning bird identification. All are welcome. Bring binoculars, and dress for the weather. Click here for more information
29 8 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
Birdwalks at South Pond
More than 300 species of birds have been observed in Lincoln Park, one of the Chicago area's best locations to see the large numbers of migrating birds that pass through every year.
Join us on Thursday mornings during migration as we look for warblers and tanagers, finches and flyover hawks. The South Pond is also home to a nesting colony of black-crowned night-herons, and spring is the best time to watch them court and build nests.
These walks are geared toward beginning and intermediate birders, with an emphasis on learning bird identification. All are welcome. Bring binoculars, and dress for the weather. Click here for more information
29 7 p.m.–9 p.m.
Seasonal Cookery: Vegetables (for adults): Whole Foods Cooking Class
How to shop for and cook delicious dishes utilizing the local bounty. Menu will be based on the best available produce at that time. There will me a minimum of 3 recipes. Click here for more information
June
1 6:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
United Run for the Zoo
This USATF certified chip-timed race is a highlight of the Chicago running calendar. Each registered runner receives a Nike Dri-FIT running T-shirt. Join us for activities and fun for all ages! Click here for more information
6 8:30 p.m.–1 a.m.
A Night at the Flamingo Club: The Auxiliary Board of Lincoln Park Zoo 23rd Annual Spring Benefit
Dig this, it's time to swing. Join the Auxiliary Board as they toast A Night at the Flamingo Club, the 23rd Annual Spring Benefit. Click here for more information
16 10 a.m.
Conservation Careers: Ages 13-15
This 5 day class occurs on Jun 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 at 10 a.m.
Explore zoo careers in education, animal care and conservation with us and the Great Lakes Region of Roots & Shoots of the Jane Goodall Institute. Five hours per day, daily for one week.
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Click here to register
20 6:30 p.m.–9 p.m.
SuperZooPicnic: A Member Event
Paint your face a jungle scene, hop through a wild obstacle course and hula hoop to rain forest rhythms! Kids can encounter jungle animals, enjoy free carousel and train rides and meet WTTW's Clifford and Curious George. Click here for more information
22 1 p.m.–2 p.m.
Voices From the Land
Explore 200 years of Chicago’s natural history with images, readings and a live musical performance. “Voices From the Land” features reflections on woods and wildlife from Chicago pioneers, poets, hunters, amateur birders and even a notorious murderer. Click here for more information
23 10 a.m.
Conservation Careers: Ages 13-15
This 5 day class occurs on Jun 23, 24, 25, 26, 27 at 10 a.m.
Explore zoo careers in education, animal care and conservation with us and the Great Lakes Region of Roots & Shoots of the Jane Goodall Institute. Five hours per day, daily for one week.
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Click here to register
27 5 p.m.–10 p.m.
Jammin' at the Zoo: June Concert
Bands to be announced soon. Tickets on sale by June 1. Click here for more information
July
7 9 a.m.
Animal Habitats: Ages 6 & 7
This 10 day class occurs on Jul 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 at 9 a.m.
Learn about habitats that support life-deserts, forests, oceans and savannas. Six hours per day, daily for two weeks.
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Click here to register
7 9 a.m.
Hide 'n Seek-Camouflage: Age 5
This 10 day class occurs on Jul 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 at 9 a.m.
Learn about the animals playing hide ‘n seek at the zoo. Six hours per day, daily for two weeks.
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Click here to register
7 9 a.m.
Care For The World—Local and Global Science : Ages 10-12
This 10 day class occurs on Jul 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 at 9 a.m.
Learn about Species Survival Plans and participate in local conservation science. Six hours per day, daily for two weeks.
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Click here to register
7 9 a.m.
Animal Care - Vets 'n Pets: Ages 8 & 9
This 10 day class occurs on Jul 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 at 9 a.m.
Learn ways pet owners, veterinarians and keepers care for animals. Six hours per day, daily for two weeks.
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Click here to register
7 9:30 a.m.
Down to Earth: Age 2
This 6 day class occurs on Jul 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16 at 9:30 a.m.
Engage in fun sensory experiences with nature while learning how animals use mud, sticks, leaves and other earthy bits. One hour per day, three days a week for two weeks. One child with one adult.
Click here to register
7 1 p.m.
Bugs!: Age 4
This 10 day class occurs on Jul 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 at 1 p.m.
Wiggle and giggle with interesting insects, from beautiful butterflies to lovely ladybugs. Two hours per day, daily for two weeks. 1-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Click here to register
9 11 a.m.
Wonderful Water: Age 3
This 6 day class occurs on Jul 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18 at 11 a.m.
Explore the splish-splash fun that animals have in water. Animals play in it, drink it, and live in it. Your little one will dive right in! One hour per day, three days a week for two weeks. 11 a.m.-noon Wed.-Fri. One child with one adult.
Click here to register
19 10 a.m.–11 a.m.
Just Peachy, Plummy and Nectariney (for children): Whole Foods Cooking Class
Juicy stone fruits are one of summer’s bounties. Join Chef Melissa Graham of Purple Asparagus and Monogramme Events to learn some fun and simply recipes with stone fruits, including Baked Plums, Nectarine-Blueberry Smoothies and Peach Salsa. Click here for more information
21 9 a.m.
Animal Habitats: Ages 6 & 7
This 10 day class occurs on Jul 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 28, 29, 30, 31, Aug 1 at 9 a.m.
Learn about habitats that support life-deserts, forests, oceans and savannas. Six hours per day, daily for two weeks.
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Click here to register
21 9 a.m.
Hide 'n Seek-Camouflage: Age 5
This 10 day class occurs on Jul 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 28, 29, 30, 31, Aug 1 at 9 a.m.
Learn about the animals playing hide ‘n seek at the zoo. Six hours per day, daily for two weeks.
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Click here to register
21 9 a.m.
Care For The World—Local and Global Science : Ages 10-12
This 10 day class occurs on Jul 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 28, 29, 30, 31, Aug 1 at 9 a.m.
Learn about Species Survival Plans and participate in local conservation science. Six hours per day, daily for two weeks.
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Click here to register
21 9 a.m.
Animal Care - Vets 'n Pets: Ages 8 & 9
This 10 day class occurs on Jul 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 28, 29, 30, 31, Aug 1 at 9 a.m.
Learn ways pet owners, veterinarians and keepers care for animals. Six hours per day, daily for two weeks.
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Click here to register
21 9:30 a.m.
Down to Earth: Age 2
This 6 day class occurs on Jul 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30 at 9:30 a.m.
Engage in fun sensory experiences with nature while learning how animals use mud, sticks, leaves and other earthy bits. One hour per day, three days a week for two weeks. One child with one adult.
Click here to register
21 1 p.m.
Bugs!: Age 4
This 10 day class occurs on Jul 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 28, 29, 30, 31, Aug 1 at 1 p.m.
Wiggle and giggle with interesting insects, from beautiful butterflies to lovely ladybugs. Two hours per day, daily for two weeks. 1-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Click here to register
23 11 a.m.
Wonderful Water: Age 3
This 6 day class occurs on Jul 23, 24, 25, 30, 31, Aug 1 at 11 a.m.
Explore the splish-splash fun that animals have in water. Animals play in it, drink it, and live in it. Your little one will dive right in! One hour per day, three days a week for two weeks. 11 a.m.-noon Wed.-Fri. One child with one adult.
Click here to register
24 7 p.m.–9 p.m.
Localvore: What is a Localovore? (for adults): Whole Foods Cooking Class
This is the movement of people that consumes food that is grown or produced within in a 100 mile radius. Chef Abe will talk about the environmental impact eating locally has in addition to preparing at least 3 recipes whose ingridients are strictly local. Click here for more information
25 5 p.m.–10 p.m.
Jammin' at the Zoo: July Concert
Bands to be announced soon! Tickets will go on sale by June 1. Click here for more information
4 9 a.m.
Animal Habitats: Ages 6 & 7
This 10 day class occurs on Aug 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 at 9 a.m.
Learn about habitats that support life-deserts, forests, oceans and savannas. Six hours per day, daily for two weeks.
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Click here to register
4 9 a.m.
Hide 'n Seek-Camouflage: Age 5
This 10 day class occurs on Aug 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 at 9 a.m.
Learn about the animals playing hide ‘n seek at the zoo. Six hours per day, daily for two weeks.
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Click here to register
4 9 a.m.
Care For The World—Local and Global Science : Ages 10-12
This 10 day class occurs on Aug 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 at 9 a.m.
Learn about Species Survival Plans and participate in local conservation science. Six hours per day, daily for two weeks.
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Click here to register
4 9 a.m.
Animal Care - Vets 'n Pets: Ages 8 & 9
This 10 day class occurs on Aug 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 at 9 a.m.
Learn ways pet owners, veterinarians and keepers care for animals. Six hours per day, daily for two weeks.
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Click here to register
4 9:30 a.m.
Down to Earth: Age 2
This 6 day class occurs on Aug 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13 at 9:30 a.m.
Engage in fun sensory experiences with nature while learning how animals use mud, sticks, leaves and other earthy bits. One hour per day, three days a week for two weeks. One child with one adult.
Click here to register
4 1 p.m.
Bugs!: Age 4
This 10 day class occurs on Aug 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 at 1 p.m.
Wiggle and giggle with interesting insects, from beautiful butterflies to lovely ladybugs. Two hours per day, daily for two weeks. 1-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Click here to register
6 11 a.m.
Wonderful Water: Age 3
This 6 day class occurs on Aug 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15 at 11 a.m.
Explore the splish-splash fun that animals have in water. Animals play in it, drink it, and live in it. Your little one will dive right in! One hour per day, three days a week for two weeks. 11 a.m.-noon Wed.-Fri. One child with one adult.
Click here to register
August
18 10 a.m.
Animal Explorers: Ages 10-14
This 5 day class occurs on Aug 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 at 10 a.m.
Discover the amazing animal world with Lincoln Park Zoo and The Anti-Cruelty Society with the Great Lakes Region of Roots & Shoots of the Jane Goodall Institute through this intimate and intensive camp experience. Five hours per day, daily for one week.
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Click here to register
22 5 p.m.–10 p.m.
Jammin' at the Zoo: August Concert
Bands to be announced soon! Tickets will go on sale by June 1. Click here for more information
25 10 a.m.
Animal Explorers: Ages 10-14
This 5 day class occurs on Aug 25, 26, 27, 28, 29 at 10 a.m.
Discover the amazing animal world with Lincoln Park Zoo and The Anti-Cruelty Society with the Great Lakes Region of Roots & Shoots of the Jane Goodall Institute through this intimate and intensive camp experience. Five hours per day, daily for one week.
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
Click here to register
September
18 7 p.m.–9 p.m.
Sustainable Seafood (for adults): Whole Foods Cooking Class
Do you love seafood but are worried about the impact it has on our environment? Chef Abe will not only show you the proper techniques for cooking fish and shellfish, but will discuss how to have less impact the oceans fish population. A minimum of 3 recipes will be prepared based on what in season and available. Click here for more information
20 10 a.m.–11 a.m.
On Top of Spaghetti (for children): Whole Foods Cooking Class
There's a world of meatballs out there! We will learn the history behind these tasty treats in addition to making Italian beef meatballs, Asian pork meatballs and Swedish meatballs. Adult Classes lead by Chef Abraham Conlon of Whole Foods Market, Northalsted. Food provided by Whole Foods Market. Click here for more information
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Story Time
Mr. Singer plays to a packed house every Wednesday. His colorful costumes and interactive show captivate the young fans.
Professor Boonie delights young audience with his tale tales and songs every Monday.
Story Time is a free program held at the Farmhouse at the Farm-in-the-Zoo Presented by John Deere. Donations are welcome and help fund this popular program.
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