Sunday, November 9, 5pm:   A winter storm warning is in effect for our area from 9pm this evening until 6am Monday.  Dangerous travel conditions will develop overnight with snow rates of 3 inches per hour, localized snow accumulations in excess of 10 inches, and wind gusts in excess of 30 mph are possible.

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Please stay safe!

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Let's Play! Winter Forest Exploration
Date & Time
Sat, Feb 21, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Heller Nature Center 2821 Ridge Road Highland Park, Illinois 60035 Google Maps 
Cost
Free

Bundle-up and head outside to join The Alliance for Early Childhood in partnership with Heller Nature Center and the Park District of Highland Park to engage in imaginative, and child-directed, outdoor free-play. Paint the snow, go ice fishing with our magnetic fish, build forts, and make some icy art pieces.

February 21, 2026 @ 10:00 am 12:00 pm

Free
2821 Ridge Road
Highland Park, IL 60035 United States
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847.433.6901
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