BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Bourbonnais Township Park District - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.btpd.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Bourbonnais Township Park District REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T173000 DTSTAMP:20260814T154203Z CREATED:20260804T153105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154203Z UID:8416-1788453000-1788456600@www.btpd.org SUMMARY:Creative Writing Club DESCRIPTION:Explore the writing process while creating original stories\, poems\, and other literary works. Along the way\, young writers will build confidence\, develop their creativity\, and share ideas with peers who enjoy writing. We are partnering with the Bourbonnais Public Library to provide participants with access to a variety of literary resources and inspiration throughout the program. On the final day\, participants will showcase their original pieces during a special reading. Location: Bourbonnais Public Library\, 250 W. John Casey Rd. URL:https://www.btpd.org/event/creative-writing-club-4/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.btpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/090326_Youth_CreativeWitingClub.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T173000 DTSTAMP:20260814T154203Z CREATED:20260804T152059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154203Z UID:8415-1789057800-1789061400@www.btpd.org SUMMARY:Creative Writing Club DESCRIPTION:Explore the writing process while creating original stories\, poems\, and other literary works. Along the way\, young writers will build confidence\, develop their creativity\, and share ideas with peers who enjoy writing. We are partnering with the Bourbonnais Public Library to provide participants with access to a variety of literary resources and inspiration throughout the program. On the final day\, participants will showcase their original pieces during a special reading. Location: Bourbonnais Public Library\, 250 W. John Casey Rd. URL:https://www.btpd.org/event/creative-writing-club/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.btpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/090326_Youth_CreativeWitingClub.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T113000 DTSTAMP:20260814T154201Z CREATED:20260810T050055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154201Z UID:8427-1789205400-1789212600@www.btpd.org SUMMARY:Juice and Canvas DESCRIPTION:Kids and their grown-ups will go a little nuts creating leafy masterpieces\, using paint and natural textures for a fun sensory art adventure. Together\, they’ll squirrel around with colors\, leaves\, and creativity to make one-of-a-kind works of art! Fee includes one adult\, one child and one canvas. Additional guests $10. URL:https://www.btpd.org/event/juice-and-canvas-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.btpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Juice-and-Canvas.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T140000 DTSTAMP:20260814T154202Z CREATED:20260810T050055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154202Z UID:8446-1789387200-1789394400@www.btpd.org SUMMARY:Toddler Play Days DESCRIPTION:Come and join us every Monday from 12:00-2:00PM for play time at the Recreation Station! Our gym space will be open to parents and their toddlers to come explore and enjoy! Certain advertised weeks will feature surprise character visits and fun additional play opportunities! A $1 fee will be charged for anyone who comes in the door. This is not an online registration program. Enrollment will be solely used to put you on an email list to inform you of cancellations or other special activities occurring for this program. URL:https://www.btpd.org/event/toddler-play-days-14/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.btpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Toddler-Play-Days.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T154500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T170000 DTSTAMP:20260814T154202Z CREATED:20260810T050053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154202Z UID:8461-1789400700-1789405200@www.btpd.org SUMMARY:Whimsical Fairy Garden DESCRIPTION:Every fairy needs a home for the fall and winter when they cannot stay out in the garden anymore! Come help build a fairy garden to stay in during the colder months of the year. Create a cozy\, warm garden\, perfect for some hibernation! This is a drop off program. URL:https://www.btpd.org/event/whimsical-fairy-garden/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.btpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Whimsical-Fairy-Garden.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T173000 DTSTAMP:20260814T154203Z CREATED:20260804T152103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154203Z UID:8414-1789662600-1789666200@www.btpd.org SUMMARY:Creative Writing Club DESCRIPTION:Explore the writing process while creating original stories\, poems\, and other literary works. Along the way\, young writers will build confidence\, develop their creativity\, and share ideas with peers who enjoy writing. We are partnering with the Bourbonnais Public Library to provide participants with access to a variety of literary resources and inspiration throughout the program. On the final day\, participants will showcase their original pieces during a special reading. Location: Bourbonnais Public Library\, 250 W. John Casey Rd. URL:https://www.btpd.org/event/creative-writing-club-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.btpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/090326_Youth_CreativeWitingClub.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T160000 DTSTAMP:20260813T153402Z CREATED:20260813T151846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T153402Z UID:8608-1789902000-1789920000@www.btpd.org SUMMARY:Scarecrow Contest DESCRIPTION:Scarecrow Contest Registration Opens\nTuesday\, September 8\nBe part of our Annual Fall Tradition!  Create your own scarecrow or vote for People’s Choice on Sunday\, September 20.  Registration opens Tuesday\, September 8\, at 9:00 am at Perry Farm House. Registrations are taken Monday – Friday from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm at the Perry Farm House location only. Sorry\, online registration is not available.  Don’t wait; they sell out fast! \nRegistration Fee is $30 and includes the scarecrow frame. Scarecrow set-up is Thursday\, September 17 from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 pm\, and/or Friday\, September 18 from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 pm.\nCheck-In is located at Exploration Station. \nRegistration Form \nThank you to our sponsor St. Mary’s Hospital! \n \nScarecrow Contest Categories\n\nPeople’s Choice – First\, Second & Third Place\nBusiness – First\, Second & Third Place\nNon-Profit/School/Youth – First\, Second & Third Place\nIndividual/Family – First\, Second & Third Place\n\nCash prizes will be awarded for first and second place. Third place will receive a BTPD gift card. \n\nFall Stroll & Scarecrow Festival\nSunday\, September 20\n11:00 am – 4:00 pm\nJoin us at Perry Farm Park on Sunday\, September 20\, from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm for food and fun and to vote for your favorite scarecrows at our 13th Annual Scarecrow Hollow Festival!  We have partnered \n \n\n \n Scarecrow Festival 2025\n \n\n \n FIRST PLACE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSECOND PLACE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTHIRD PLACE URL:https://www.btpd.org/event/scarecrow-contest/ LOCATION:Perry Farm Park\, 459 N Kennedy Dr\, Bourbonnais\, IL ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.btpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Scarecrow-Festival.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T163000 DTSTAMP:20260814T154202Z CREATED:20260810T050053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154202Z UID:8468-1789983000-1790008200@www.btpd.org SUMMARY:Elton John and Billy Joel Starved Rock Matinee DESCRIPTION:Simply Elton and Billy are a high-energy tribute to Sir Elton John\, featuring Brian Harris in stunning costumes\, with spot-on vocals and rocking piano that captures the magic of an Elton and Billy concert. If you see one Elton tribute make it this one! This performance will taker place at Starved Rock Lodge in Utica. Transportation\, lunch\, and ticket are included. URL:https://www.btpd.org/event/elton-john-and-billy-joel-starved-rock-matinee/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.btpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Elton-John-and-Billy-Joel-Starved-Rock-Matinee.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T140000 DTSTAMP:20260814T154203Z CREATED:20260804T164745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154203Z UID:8442-1789992000-1789999200@www.btpd.org SUMMARY:Toddler Play Days DESCRIPTION:Come and join us every Monday from 12:00-2:00PM for play time at the Recreation Station! Our gym space will be open to parents and their toddlers to come explore and enjoy! Certain advertised weeks will feature surprise character visits and fun additional play opportunities! A $1 fee will be charged for anyone who comes in the door. This is not an online registration program. Enrollment will be solely used to put you on an email list to inform you of cancellations or other special activities occurring for this program. URL:https://www.btpd.org/event/toddler-play-days/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.btpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Toddler-Play-Days.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T143000 DTSTAMP:20260814T154203Z CREATED:20260804T153106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154203Z UID:8399-1789997400-1790001000@www.btpd.org SUMMARY:Art in the Kitchen DESCRIPTION:Does your little one love to help you in the kitchen and want to take part in cooking? We will create art with our food\, learn new recipes and enjoy our creations. It is sure to be a yummy good time! Let’s explore the possibilities together! Be prepared to get messy. This is a drop off program. Parents do not stay. URL:https://www.btpd.org/event/art-in-the-kitchen-4/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.btpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Art-in-the-Kitchen-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T180000 DTSTAMP:20260814T154202Z CREATED:20260810T050053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154202Z UID:8465-1790010000-1790013600@www.btpd.org SUMMARY:Dinosaur & Animals of the Mesozoic Era DESCRIPTION:Travel back to the Age of Dinosaurs and discover the incredible creatures that ruled the Earth for over 160 million years! Learn what makes an animal a true dinosaur while exploring famous species like Velociraptor\, Archaeopteryx\, and T. rex. Participants will also discover other prehistoric animals including pterosaurs\, mosasaurs\, crocodilians\, turtles\, fishes\, and early birds. This indoor lecture-style program includes replica fossils and specimens and concludes with the story of the dinosaurs mass extinction and the rise of mammals. All ages welcome. Viewer discretion advised for younger participants due to discussion of extinction. URL:https://www.btpd.org/event/dinosaur-animals-of-the-mesozoic-era/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.btpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Dinosaur-Animals-of-the-Mesozoic-Era.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T143000 DTSTAMP:20260814T154203Z CREATED:20260804T153106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154203Z UID:8400-1790170200-1790173800@www.btpd.org SUMMARY:Art in the Kitchen DESCRIPTION:Does your little one love to help you in the kitchen and want to take part in cooking? We will create art with our food\, learn new recipes and enjoy our creations. It is sure to be a yummy good time! Let’s explore the possibilities together! Be prepared to get messy. This is a drop off program. Parents do not stay. URL:https://www.btpd.org/event/art-in-the-kitchen-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.btpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Art-in-the-Kitchen-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T173000 DTSTAMP:20260814T154203Z CREATED:20260804T153105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154203Z UID:8412-1790267400-1790271000@www.btpd.org SUMMARY:Creative Writing Club DESCRIPTION:Explore the writing process while creating original stories\, poems\, and other literary works. Along the way\, young writers will build confidence\, develop their creativity\, and share ideas with peers who enjoy writing. We are partnering with the Bourbonnais Public Library to provide participants with access to a variety of literary resources and inspiration throughout the program. On the final day\, participants will showcase their original pieces during a special reading. Location: Bourbonnais Public Library\, 250 W. John Casey Rd. URL:https://www.btpd.org/event/creative-writing-club-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.btpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/090326_Youth_CreativeWitingClub.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T143000 DTSTAMP:20260814T154203Z CREATED:20260804T153105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154203Z UID:8398-1790343000-1790346600@www.btpd.org SUMMARY:Art in the Kitchen DESCRIPTION:Does your little one love to help you in the kitchen and want to take part in cooking? We will create art with our food\, learn new recipes and enjoy our creations. It is sure to be a yummy good time! Let’s explore the possibilities together! Be prepared to get messy. This is a drop off program. Parents do not stay. URL:https://www.btpd.org/event/art-in-the-kitchen-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.btpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Art-in-the-Kitchen-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T190000 DTSTAMP:20260814T154202Z CREATED:20260810T050053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154202Z UID:8476-1790357400-1790362800@www.btpd.org SUMMARY:Pasta Meets Bingo DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of delicious food and classic fun! Enjoy a hearty pasta dinner catered by Tucci’s\, followed by several lively rounds of bingo with friends. Whether you come for the meal\, the prizes\, or the laughter\, this event is the perfect recipe for a wonderful time. All are welcome bring your appetite\, your lucky charm\, and get ready for a night to remember! URL:https://www.btpd.org/event/pasta-meets-bingo/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.btpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Pasta-Meets-Bingo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T190000 DTSTAMP:20260814T154202Z CREATED:20260810T050053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154202Z UID:8479-1790357400-1790362800@www.btpd.org SUMMARY:Bingo & Pizza Night DESCRIPTION:Don’t delay! Sign up for a fun night of bingo! And don’t forget the best part… hot pizza\, salad\, desserts\, and beverage! Prizes will be awarded until gone! *Program located at the Recreation Station 770 E Franklin\, Bradley* URL:https://www.btpd.org/event/bingo-pizza-night/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.btpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Bingo-Pizza-Night.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T193000 DTSTAMP:20260814T154202Z CREATED:20260810T050053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154202Z UID:8471-1790359200-1790364600@www.btpd.org SUMMARY:K Poppin' Good Time DESCRIPTION:Children ages 5-11 can join a K-pop inspired Demon Hunters program where they suit up in hunter gear and take part in guided\, imaginative hunts With appearances by members of Huntrix\, participants complete interactive challenges while learning teamwork and confidence in a fun\, safe environment. The fee is per child. URL:https://www.btpd.org/event/k-poppin-good-time/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.btpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/K-Poppin-Good-Time.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T163000 DTSTAMP:20260814T154202Z CREATED:20260810T050053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154202Z UID:8482-1790503200-1790526600@www.btpd.org SUMMARY:Corn Festival DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun-filled trip to the Morris Corn Festival\, one of Illinois favorite summer traditions. Participants will enjoy watching the colorful community parade and exploring a wide variety of vendor booths featuring local crafts\, food\, and unique merchandise. This exciting outing offers a great opportunity to experience small-town charm\, entertainment\, and festival fun with friends. Fee includes transportation only. Bring cash or credit card for food and purchases URL:https://www.btpd.org/event/corn-festival/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.btpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Corn-Festival.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T120000 DTSTAMP:20260814T154203Z CREATED:20260810T050053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154203Z UID:8485-1790506800-1790510400@www.btpd.org SUMMARY:Birds & Binoculars DESCRIPTION:Explore the diverse bird species of Kankakee County! Enjoy and engaging presentation and then begin the guided bird walk. Bring a journal and binoculars to enhance your experience! Instructor: Mitchell Goodknecht URL:https://www.btpd.org/event/birds-binoculars/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.btpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Birds-Binoculars.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260928T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260928T140000 DTSTAMP:20260814T154203Z CREATED:20260804T164801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154203Z UID:8443-1790596800-1790604000@www.btpd.org SUMMARY:Toddler Play Days DESCRIPTION:Come and join us every Monday from 12:00-2:00PM for play time at the Recreation Station! Our gym space will be open to parents and their toddlers to come explore and enjoy! Certain advertised weeks will feature surprise character visits and fun additional play opportunities! A $1 fee will be charged for anyone who comes in the door. This is not an online registration program. Enrollment will be solely used to put you on an email list to inform you of cancellations or other special activities occurring for this program. URL:https://www.btpd.org/event/toddler-play-days-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.btpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Toddler-Play-Days.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T200000 DTSTAMP:20260814T173218Z CREATED:20260814T170124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T173218Z UID:8635-1790791200-1790798400@www.btpd.org SUMMARY:Secret Language of Flowers DESCRIPTION:Enter the romantic world of Victorian floriography\, where flowers were used to express emotions and send hidden messages. Instuructor Marcy Lautanen-Raleigh of Backyard Patch\,will introduce the tradition of communicating through blooms while uncovering the meanings behind carefully arranged bouquets. Create your own tussie-mussie bouquet to take home. \nProgram located at Willowhaven Center. URL:https://www.btpd.org/event/secret-language-of-flowers/ LOCATION:Willowhaven Center\, 1451 N 4000 E Rd\, Kankakee\, IL\, 60901 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.btpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Secret-Language-of-Flowers.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR