Event Calendar
May 2024
May
Wednesday,
May 1
date May 1, 2024
time all day
price Season Permit Fee (R/NR): $30/$45
location Gallery Park
Boating on Lake Glenview - Season Open
Recreational boating is a wonderful way to exercise, enjoy nature, relax and spend time with friends and family. The Glenview Park District is excited to provide opportunities for non-motorized boating on Lake Glenview. The boating season runs May 1-Oct 1.
Friday,
May 3
date May 3, 2024
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
price (R/NR): $25/$31
location Park Center
Mother's Day Mug Workshop (ages 5-7)
Make a functional mug for whoever you’re celebrating! All mugs will be available for pick up by May 10, just in time for Mother’s Day. All mugs will be food safe and dishwasher and microwave safe.
Saturday,
May 4
date May 4, 2024
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove
Cicada Celebration & Exhibit Opening
Celebrate the arrival of the Brood XIII Periodical Cicada! Explore the phenomenal lifecycle of the 17-year Cicada with a full day of educational fun for the entire family!
Science programs • Family Activities • Crafts • Exhibits & Artwork • Nature Walks • Giveaways
Other activities: Guess the number of cicada shells in a jar and win exciting prizes. Insert your face in our cut-outs and imagine you are a giant cicada. Stop by The Grove Store for souvenirs.
CATCH THE BUZZ!
date May 4, 2024
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
price (R/NR): $25/$31
location Park Center
Mother's Day Mug Workshop (ages 8-12)
Make a functional mug for whoever you’re celebrating! All mugs will be available for pick up by May 10, just in time for Mother’s Day. All mugs will be food safe and dishwasher and microwave safe.
Wednesday,
May 8
date May 8, 2024
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
price Free
location The Grove Redfield Estate
Grove Literary Society
In the tradition of the original Grove Literary Society established by Robert Kennicott and his father Dr. John, The Grove Heritage Association hosts a new book club that focuses on books about the natural history to better understand where and how we live. Starting in March the group will discuss One Day at Teton Marsh by Sally Carrighar. Please email Meredith Saungka at meredith.saungka@glenviewparks.org for more information.