26 special events Kankakee County “Voices from the Past” Cemetery Walk
The Perfect Fall Field Trip Just for Your Students!
This event brings the fascinating history of Kankakee County to life. Participants who visit Mound Grove Cemetery will get a guided history lesson as they are led to gravesites of former residents, portrayed by actors in period costumes, who share something of their lives and times. Visitors will leave with a better understanding of Kankakee County’s rich heritage through the lives of its residents. This event is made possible through the partnership of the Kankakee Valley Park District, the Kankakee County Museum, the Kankakee Valley Theatre Association, and Mound Grove Cemetery. Pre-registration is encouraged. In case of inclement weather please call (815) 939-1311 and follow the automated attendant to see where the event is going to take place. The Kankakee County Museum will be used if event coordinators determine the weather is too bad to take place at Mound Grove Cemetery. All Sales are final. No Refunds. Ages: All Location: Mound Grove Cemetery (Please enter the south side of the cemetery off Rt. 50) Fee: 13+ $5 6 – 12 $2 5 and under are Free (2 Tours) 11:00 am & 2:00 pm (Please arrive 30 min. prior to your tour time)
Date: Day: Time:
Aug. 23 Sun
Code:
11:00 am 2:00 pm
361500-01 361500-02
Fall Kids Trout Fishing Derby
The Kankakee Valley Park District in partnership with the Northern Illinois Anglers Association presents the Fall Kids Fishing Derby at Bird Park! Parents bring the children out for a morning of fun and enjoyment as they try their skills at fishing. Prizes will be awarded for biggest trout caught by both a boy and a girl. A limited amount of poles, bait, coffee, and donuts will be on hand. Ages: 15 years of age or younger Location: Bird Park Fishing Pier Fee: Free
Date:
Oct. 17
Day: Sat
Time:
8:00 am – Noon
Enjoy 1 ½ hour worth of activities learning about Leaves. Students will enjoy a short video to learn some cool facts about leaves, decorate their own leaf, play in a pile of leaves, take a tractor ride, and play at the coolest playground in town. Event is held in Bird Park (893 W. Station) This event is only offered Monday, October 12 – Thursday, October 22. Time slots are: 9:30 a.m. –11:00 a.m.; 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Call Sam at 815-929-1885 ext. 304 to reserve a date. Must do so by Monday, September 29, 2015. Only $4.00 per student!
Cookies With Santa
Don’t Leave a Cookie for Santa this Year, Enjoy a cookie with Santa! Hopefully everyone is on Santa’s nice list this season because he is coming to town soon! Children will decorate a sugar cookie (provided by Nana’s Cakery & Bake Shoppe, Inc), make an ornament, get a picture taken with Santa and will take home a toy from his bag of goodies. Activities will be available in the gym as well for $2.00 following this event from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Ages: All Location: Rec Center Fee: $3 per child (adults free) Date: Dec. 5 Day: Sat Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Deadline to purchase tickets is Dec. 4
Bird Park’s Holiday Lights Spectacular Holiday Lights enthusiasts! The Kankakee Valley Park District has just what you are looking for plus more! Come visit Bird Park as it is transformed into a winter wonderland of colorful lights and spectacular displays made up of approximately 50,000 lights. Once you have driven through the park and viewed the displays staff will stop and park you so you can enjoy a computer controlled light show which is choreographed to music. People of all ages are sure to enjoy the amazing display of lights as you drive through the park this holiday season. Ages: All Location: Bird Park (Enter off Station St.) Fee: $5/Car or $10/Conversion Van or Mini Bus
Date: Day: Time: Nov. 22 – Dec. 20 Fri, Sat, & Sun
5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Family NYE EVE Party
Join us in celebrating the New Year at the RecCenter! This family friendly event will take place on Thursday, Dec 30 from 2 – 6 p.m. The balloons will drop at 5:30 p.m. so be sure to get here early to take part in the kids games, face painting, dancing and more. We will serve light refreshments throughout the afternoon and everyone in attendance will be entered into a raffle. No need to pre-register, stop by anytime between 2– 6 p.m. This event is for children 0-10 yrs and parents must accompany their children. $4 per person, children 1 yr and under free.
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