Grove History Hike

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Experience a new kind of guided tour of The Grove grounds and historical buildings. Not only will you experience spectacular views of nature, you will also learn more about The Grove’s history as we hike to the Native American Indian Village, the Pioneer Log Cabin, the Blacksmith’s Shop, and the Historic 1856 Kennicott House. This is a relatively easy hike accessible to a wide range of walkers and a great way to learn about and appreciate the flora and fauna of Illinois and the history of The Grove.

Concert in the Park: Second Hand Soul Band

Second Hand Soul Band – Wednesday August 11

Motown, soul, and rock & roll is exactly the sound that defines this Chicago band. This energetic, dynamic, seven-piece band has many years of experience and really knows how to entertain! Between the funky hits of the 70s, the one-hit wonders, the disco, and the soulful songs of that era, you will be moved to dance and sing. What you can expect to hear: Al Green, Aretha Franklin, Commodores, Diana Ross & the Supremes and many more.

Presented in partnership with the Glenview Public Library.

Techny Basin Ribbon-Cutting and Green Infrastructure Bike Tour

Join the Village of Glenview’s Natural Resources Commission in celebrating the renovation of the Techny Basin bike path! After a short ribbon-cutting ceremony and overview of the basin’s significance, we encourage you to join us on a bicycle tour of Glenview’s green infrastructure (8.6-mile round trip). We will view sites between the basin and downtown Glenview where naturalized shoreline stabilization and other innovative practices are improving water quality in Glenview’s largest watershed – the West Fork!

Meet At the northern edge of the Techny Basin bike path. Please park at Richardson Park: 1950 Westleigh Dr., Glenview, IL 60025.

The tour is limited to 25 riders. Please contact Robyn Flakne at 847-904-4536 by August 12th to register

Learn More

Lunch and Learn

The Robert R. McCormick House at Cantigny Park presents a series of mid-day opportunities to soak up some history. “Lunch & Learn” sessions take place at noon on the third Thursday of the month. The one-hour online programs, suitable for ages 14 and up, are free but require advance registration at Cantigny.org.

• • The Grove National Historic Landmark

Thursday, August 19, at 12 pm

With 150+ acres of ecologically diverse land preserved and maintained by the Glenview Park District, The Grove National Historic Landmark is Glenview’s outdoor history and nature museum. The former home of visionary horticulturalist and educator Dr. John Kennicott, The Grove is one of Glenview’s busiest attractions. Diane Michalski, museum educator, will present The Grove’s human and natural history, from Native American tribes and early settlers to present times. She’ll also discuss The Grove’s little-known connection to Cantigny Park!

Lunch and Learn

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Join Grove program supervisor Diane Michalski for a virtual presentation on the history of The Grove and its little-known connection to Cantigny Park in Wheaton. This free program is part of Cantigny Park’s Lunch and Learn series, offered online via Zoom. Advance registration is required.