Screen-Break Week (May 4-9)

February 3, 2025

Turn off your screen and turn on LIFE! Screen Break Week is celebrated every year in the first week of May. This week, celebrated all over the world, is an invitation for everyone — children, adults, and entire communities — to switch off completely from staring at screens and take a well-deserved break. We are offering a variety of events this week.

All events are free but registration is required.

The Empire Bikes Back

Sunday, May 4 • 9:30-11am

Celebrate May the Fourth with a Star Wars-themed family bike event! Bring and decorate your bikes, strollers and scooters and embrace the Star Wars theme. Supplies will be provided, but participants are also encouraged to bring their own creative materials to make their modes of transportation truly out of this galaxy! After decorating, take part in a fun, family-friendly ride along our designated route. Perfect for kids ages 3+ and their families!

Ages 3+ with an adult

Location: Wayne Thomas Elementary School (2939 Summit Drive)

Miniature Golf

Mini Golf

Monday. May 5 • 4-5pm

Mini golf at Highland Park’s Rivers Edge for ages 5+ (must be accompanied by an adult): Bring your enthusiasm and join us for a memorable day of laughter, camaraderie, and a “hole” lot of fun!

Location: River’s Edge Mini Golf (2205 Skokie Valley Road)

Sip, Stroll and Stride

Tuesday, May 6 • 9-10am

Perfect for parents, grandparents, and caregivers, this community event invites you to take a leisurely stroll through the beautiful Preserve of Highland Park with your little ones in strollers.

All Ages

Location: The Preserve of Highland Park (1207 Park Ave West)

Hike with a Naturalist

Tuesday, May 6 • 4-5pm

Hike with a Naturalist at Heller Nature Center for all ages. Find the beauty in spring with a guided hike from a Heller Naturalist. Discover spring ephemerals, bird calls, and more as the forest re-awakens during spring.

Location: Heller Nature Center (2821 Ridge Road)

Chalk-a-Palooza

Wednesday, May 7 • 10-11am

Chalk-a-Palooza at West Ridge Park for all ages: Unleash your colorful creativity on a sidewalk canvas!

All Ages (ages 2-8 must be accompanied by an adult)

Location: West Ridge Center (636 Ridge Road)

Open Swim

Thursday, May 8 • 4-6pm

Open Swim at the Recreation Center for all ages: Put on your swimsuits, and dive into some Aquatic fun!

All Ages (ages 2-12 with an adult)

Location: Recreation Center of Highland Park (1207 Park Avenue West)

Open Gym

Friday, May 9 • 3:15-7:45pm

Shoot some hoops at the Recreation Center of Highland Park!

All Ages: (Ages 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult)

Location: Recreation Center of Highland Park (1207 Park Avenue West)