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Beginner Bird Walk Main Island
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Embark on an evening adventure through the garden as we search for songbirds, waterfowl, and raptors. Whether you're a seasoned bird-watcher or just starting out, this guided walk promises a delightful and educational experience. Binoculars are recommended but not required—come and enjoy the natural beauty and diverse birdlife.
Tue. Dec 1st, 3–4:30pm CT
(90 minutes)
Bonsai: Bring Your Own Tree Workshop
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Do you have a bonsai tree you’re just not sure what to do with? Bring your tree of any species for consultation with the Garden’s bonsai curator and learn new techniques for style and design in this studio-style workshop.
Wed. Dec 9th, 5–8pm CT
(3 hours)
Invasive Plants in the Chicago Region
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Discover the hidden dangers that invasive plants pose to our economy, environment, and health in this eye-opening course. Uncover their ability to thrive and spread outside their native habitats, and gain valuable insights on how to mitigate their impact.
Sat. Dec 12th, 9:30–11:30am CT
(2 hours)
Winter Bird Walk
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Take in the quiet beauty of winter on this engaging walk through the Chicago Botanic Garden. Expert guides lead you across the garden's striking landscapes while introducing you to the area's resident winter birds and the earliest spring migrants. Pack your binoculars and get ready for an inspiring look at nature in transition.
Sat. Dec 5th, 8–9:30am CT
(90 minutes)
Yoga Nidra Power HouHoliday De-Stress Yoga Nidrar
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Release holiday stress through a calming combination of movement, stretching, and restorative practices. Begin with gentle yoga to release tension and balance the body, then settle into Yoga Nidra, a deeply restful guided meditation designed to encourage relaxation and mindfulness. All skill levels are welcome. Bring a yoga mat and blanket for comfort.
Sat. Dec 5th, 10–11am CT
(1 hour)
Winter Bilingual Bird Walk
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Take in the quiet beauty of winter on this engaging walk through the Chicago Botanic Garden. Expert guides lead you across the garden's striking landscapes while introducing you to the area's resident winter birds and the earliest spring migrants. Pack your binoculars and get ready for an inspiring look at nature in transition.
Sat. Dec 12th, 2–4pm CT
(2 hours)
Pizzeria Camp (Ages 4-8)
Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn See all classes by this school @ 2521 Waukegan Rd, Bannockburn, IL
Make school break unforgettable with a hands-on cooking camp where kids create their own pizzas, garlic knots, and red velvet cupcakes with buttercream frosting. Guided by skilled chefs, campers will enjoy fun kitchen games, learn essential skills, and explore delicious flavors. They’ll take home tasty treats, new recipes, and wonderful memories of a day filled with creativity and friendship.
Fri. Dec 18th, 9am–12pm CT
(3 hours)
Pizzeria Camp (Ages 9-13)
Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn See all classes by this school @ 2521 Waukegan Rd, Bannockburn, IL
Make school break unforgettable with a hands-on cooking camp where kids create their own pizzas, garlic knots, and red velvet cupcakes with buttercream frosting. Guided by skilled chefs, campers will enjoy fun kitchen games, learn essential skills, and explore delicious flavors. They’ll take home tasty treats, new recipes, and wonderful memories of a day filled with creativity and friendship.
Fri. Dec 18th, 1–4pm CT
(3 hours)
Favorite Snowman Cupcakes (Ages 2-8 with Caregiver)
Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn See all classes by this school @ 2521 Waukegan Rd, Bannockburn, IL
Join us for a delightful baking session where young chefs and their caregivers create charming snowman-themed cupcakes from scratch. With guidance from friendly instructors, this hands-on class offers a perfect blend of fun recipes and essential baking skills. It's an ideal way to enjoy festive treats and make lasting memories together.
Dec 29th
1–2pm CT
$45
15 Seats Left
Jan 9th
9–10am CT
$40
16 Seats Left
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Tue. Dec 29th, 1–2pm CT
(1 hour)
School Break Cooking Camp: Snow Day Camp (Ages 4-10)
Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn See all classes by this school @ 2521 Waukegan Rd, Bannockburn, IL
Young chefs will dive into a world of culinary creativity as they mix, measure, and make delicious vegetarian dishes from scratch. With hands-on lessons, fun kitchen games, and friendly chef guidance, kids will build confidence, explore new flavors, and enjoy every moment of cooking and tasting together.
Mon. Dec 21st, 9am–12pm CT
(3 hours)
School Break Cooking Camp: Snow Day Camp (Ages 9-13)
Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn See all classes by this school @ 2521 Waukegan Rd, Bannockburn, IL
Young chefs will dive into a world of culinary creativity as they mix, measure, and make delicious vegetarian dishes from scratch. With hands-on lessons, fun kitchen games, and friendly chef guidance, kids will build confidence, explore new flavors, and enjoy every moment of cooking and tasting together.
Mon. Dec 21st, 1–4pm CT
(3 hours)
Holiday Cookie Camp (Ages 4-8)
Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn See all classes by this school @ 2521 Waukegan Rd, Bannockburn, IL
Send your child on a delicious holiday adventure with a fun cooking camp focused on festive treats. They’ll make gingerbread cookies, sugar cookie icing, and gingerbread mini cupcakes, while learning valuable skills in a hands-on, nut-free, and allergy-friendly environment. Guided by friendly chefs, this camp offers a perfect blend of creativity and culinary learning during school breaks.
Tue. Dec 22nd, 9am–12pm CT
(3 hours)
Holiday Cookie Camp (Ages 9-13)
Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn See all classes by this school @ 2521 Waukegan Rd, Bannockburn, IL
Send your child on a delicious holiday adventure with a fun cooking camp focused on festive treats. They’ll make gingerbread cookies, sugar cookie icing, and gingerbread mini cupcakes, while learning valuable skills in a hands-on, nut-free, and allergy-friendly environment. Guided by friendly chefs, this camp offers a perfect blend of creativity and culinary learning during school breaks.
Tue. Dec 22nd, 1–4pm CT
(3 hours)
Donut Camp (Ages 4-10)
Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn See all classes by this school @ 2521 Waukegan Rd, Bannockburn, IL
Turn school days off into a tasty adventure where kids learn to make their own donuts, cookies, and chocolate treats under the guidance of friendly chef instructors. Through hands-on cooking, kitchen games, and creative challenges, campers build essential skills while having a blast. They'll head home with samples, new recipes, and memories of a fun day in the kitchen.
Mon. Jan 4th, 9am–12pm CT
(3 hours)
Spanish Paella (BYOB)
Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn See all classes by this school @ 2521 Waukegan Rd, Bannockburn, IL
Step into an authentic Spanish culinary journey through our Spanish Paella class, where you'll learn the craft of preparing Chicken and Shrimp Paella along with Baked Chorizo and Manchego Croquetas from scratch. Discover the secrets behind activating saffron and getting a perfect béchamel while building a delightful Lemon Ricotta Quesada Pasiega (Spanish Cheesecake). Bring a friend and your favorite drink for a flavorful evening reminiscent of Spain. ¡Buen provecho!
Fri. Jan 22nd, 6:30–8:30pm CT
(2 hours)
Chocolate Lovers (Ages 4-8) (1-Day Campers)
Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn See all classes by this school @ 2521 Waukegan Rd, Bannockburn, IL
Dive into a chocolate-filled culinary journey where young chefs explore sweet and savory creations. From molten lava cakes to chocolate pasta, this camp sparks creativity with unique recipes and fun kitchen challenges. Campers will learn essential cooking skills while crafting unforgettable treats and making new friends.
Dec 28th
9am–12pm CT
$90
19 Seats Left
Dec 29th
9am–12pm CT
$90
25 Seats Left
Dec 30th
9am–12pm CT
$90
25 Seats Left
Dec 31st
9am–12pm CT
$90
25 Seats Left
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Mon. Dec 28th, 9am–12pm CT
(3 hours)
Cinnamon Rolls (Ages 2-8 with Caregiver)
Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn See all classes by this school @ 2521 Waukegan Rd, Bannockburn, IL
Enjoy the warmth of fresh-baked cinnamon rolls as young chefs, alongside their caregivers, learn how to bake from scratch. Guided by friendly instructors, this hands-on class pairs delicious recipes with new culinary skills, encouraging creativity and family bonding in the kitchen. A great way to make sweet memories together.
Nov 7th
9–10am CT
$40
7 Seats Left
Jan 23rd
9–10am CT
$40
16 Seats Left
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Sat. Nov 7th, 9–10am CT
(1 hour)
All-American Road Trip Camp (Ages 4-8) (1-Day Campers)
Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn See all classes by this school @ 2521 Waukegan Rd, Bannockburn, IL
Beep, beep! Embark on a culinary road trip across America, exploring regional flavors from New York bagels to Chicago deep-dish pizzas. Kids will master measuring, mixing, and kitchen safety while enjoying fun stories and games. Each day brings new recipes and adventures, making this chef’s journey a delicious exploration of the U.S.A. Buckle up your apron and let’s get cooking!
Tue. Nov 3rd, 9am–12pm CT
(3 hours)
All-American Road Trip Camp (Ages 9-13) (1-Day Campers)
Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn See all classes by this school @ 2521 Waukegan Rd, Bannockburn, IL
Beep, beep! Embark on a culinary road trip across America, tasting regional delights from New York bagels to Chicago deep-dish pizzas. Aspiring chefs ages 9-13 will master advanced cooking techniques, knife skills, and recipe reading while tackling fun culinary challenges. Each day offers a new city’s flavors, making this adventure a savory journey through the U.S.A. Buckle up your apron and let’s get cooking!
Tue. Nov 3rd, 1–4pm CT
(3 hours)
Fall Favorites Camp (Ages 9-13)
Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn See all classes by this school @ 2521 Waukegan Rd, Bannockburn, IL
Celebrate the season with a fun-filled cooking camp where kids craft delicious fall treats like Rustic Apple Tarts, Palmiers, and Irish Apple Crumble Cupcakes. Under the guidance of friendly chefs, they'll enjoy creating from scratch, participate in kitchen games, and take home tasty samples. It's a perfect blend of learning, laughter, and seasonal flavors.
Wed. Nov 11th, 1–4pm CT
(3 hours)
