Come out for an archery class led by a Hancock Park District certified archery instructor. All necessary equipment and targets will be provided. You’ll have the opportunity to learn the basics of archery along with safety measures, while shooting arrows at several targets with a compound bow. How close to your target can you get? […]
Join your friends at Hancock Park District on a hike as we search for Monarch caterpillars, chrysalises, and butterflies on Common Milkweed plants throughout the park. As we search, learn more about the life cycle of these cool butterflies and the plant they depend on. We may also find other cool creatures that use milkweed, […]
The Puppy Pals Comedic Stunt Dog Show is a hilarious presentation for the whole family & the dog lover in all of us as seen on TV's America's Got Talent! Featuring mostly rescued dogs, Puppy Pals is an over-the-top tale of what can happen when humans and animals come together in kindness, comedy, compassion and […]
Get out in the parks and go fishing as a family. Learn about the basics of fishing as you join Hancock Park District Programs Staff to try to catch some fish that live in Giertz Lake. All skill levels are welcome. A fishing pole will be provided or bring your own. We will have corn […]
Join your friends at False Chord Brewing in the taproom with 3 Oaks and create your own beautiful terrarium! 3 Oaks will be leading the Terrarium Workshop and will provide each attendee with all of the plants, a glass cylinder, soil, sand, rocks, and a few different types of decorations to choose from to make […]
Join Hancock Park District as they explore the weather with hands-on experiments and observations. Kids will determine air temperature, soil temperature, wind speed, and cloud coverage using kid-friendly weather equipment and some non-traditional ones like pinwheels and wind socks. You will also be able make a giant sundial and a sun-reacting bracelet to take home. […]
Save the date for Ghost Town's Cowboy Days Sweet Corn Fest There will be a corn eating contest at 10:30 a.m. & 3:30 p.m. - winners receive a tshirt and corn! Enjoy live music from Bruce Brody, Pan for Gold, take part in a scavenger hunt, enjoy the kids zone, and more! General admission is […]
**CANCELLED** Celebrate nature's gifts of Cider and Honey with a sampling of local hard ciders and meads at the Jones Mansion! Did you know that Mead is thought to be the oldest alcoholic beverage? And Cider dates back to the first English Colonist in America. Both are making a popular comeback with recipes taken to […]
Join your friends at the Hancock Historical Museum for an outdoor movie Back to the Future starring Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd! Bring a lawn chair and enjoy this classic movie in the Hancock Historical Museum’s parking lot projected on a big screen! This event is free to the public. We will be having […]
Join your friends at Hancock Park District for an evening around the campfire. We will be cooking hot dogs and s’mores over the campfire; kids can learn how to make Ants on a Log with cream cheese, celery, and raisins. This is a great way to make new friends and share campfire stories from your […]
