Checkers has been around for 5,000 years. It was a game the pioneer children played in the 1840s. Join Hancock Park District in making your own checker board out of canvas and paint your own squares. The “checker” pieces will be made out of corn cob slices. While one set will be natural, the other set with coffee.

Meet at the shelter at Litzenberg Memorial Woods by 7pm. This event is reccomeneded for children ages 9 – 12. Register online with $7 per child by 3 PM on Wednesday, July 27 by visiting www.HancockParks.com. The event capacity maximum is 12 people so be sure to register earlier in advance.