Learn about the largest & most charismatic of Illinois’ mammals – the bison! Learn about how bison play a role in Illinois’ original garden, the tallgrass prairie, some of their history and habits. Discover how bison are portrayed in literature, music, art and popular culture. Then learn where you can see bison and prairie in “The Prairie State.” Presented in […]
Award-winning author Theresa L. Goodrich presents a tour of five unique National Parks. After a brief history of the National Park System, she’ll take you inside parks that highlight the west’s ecological diversity. During this program, you’ll virtually explore Badlands National Park, Glacier National Park, Joshua Tree National Park, Yellowstone National Park, and Zion National Park. Sunday, November 23 2:00pm […]
The Elgin Valley Fox Trot has been a staple event within the community for 48 years drawing a large number of participants. Learn the history behind it with author and co-director Edward Bates. The Elgin Valley Fox Trot has always drawn large numbers of participants, a factor that has clearly contributed to its lasting appeal. Although the Chicago Marathon ultimately […]
