Community Calendar

Practice the art of noticing details while connecting with nature. This beginner-friendly birding series meets at Nature At The Confluence and other local sites. Binoculars are provided. Please register below to receive location details. If we could offer accommodations to support your visit, please contact info@natureattheconfluence.com or call 815-200-6910.

The 2026 Bird Club Location Schedule includes (subject to change):

Feb 6th – Kinnikinnick Creek Nature Preserve with Boone County Conservation District from 7:30-9:30am
March 6th – Big Hill Park with Welty Environmental Center
April 3rd – The Confluence
May 1st – Rock Cut State Park
June 5th – J. Norman Jensen with the Forest Preserves of Winnebago County
July 10th – The Confluence
August 7th – Nygren Wetland Preserve with the Natural Land Institute
September 4th – The Confluence
October 2nd – Hononegah with the Forest Preserves of Winnebago County
November 6th – The Confluence

Curious about the craft of cutting and polishing stones? Join the West Suburban Lapidary Club (WSLC) for monthly meetings at the Museum, where you'll explore the fascinating world of lapidary art! Each session includes presentations and expert guidance on transforming rough stones into polished masterpieces. Check the Museum’s digital newsletter for details on upcoming programs.

Curious about the craft of cutting and polishing stones? Join the West Suburban Lapidary Club (WSLC) for monthly meetings at the Museum, where you'll explore the fascinating world of lapidary art! Each session includes presentations and expert guidance on transforming rough stones into polished masterpieces. Check the Museum’s digital newsletter for details on upcoming programs.

Curious about the craft of cutting and polishing stones? Join the West Suburban Lapidary Club (WSLC) for monthly meetings at the Museum, where you'll explore the fascinating world of lapidary art! Each session includes presentations and expert guidance on transforming rough stones into polished masterpieces. Check the Museum’s digital newsletter for details on upcoming programs.

Curious about the craft of cutting and polishing stones? Join the West Suburban Lapidary Club (WSLC) for monthly meetings at the Museum, where you'll explore the fascinating world of lapidary art! Each session includes presentations and expert guidance on transforming rough stones into polished masterpieces. Check the Museum’s digital newsletter for details on upcoming programs.

Curious about the craft of cutting and polishing stones? Join the West Suburban Lapidary Club (WSLC) for monthly meetings at the Museum, where you'll explore the fascinating world of lapidary art! Each session includes presentations and expert guidance on transforming rough stones into polished masterpieces. Check the Museum’s digital newsletter for details on upcoming programs.

Curious about the craft of cutting and polishing stones? Join the West Suburban Lapidary Club (WSLC) for monthly meetings at the Museum, where you'll explore the fascinating world of lapidary art! Each session includes presentations and expert guidance on transforming rough stones into polished masterpieces. Check the Museum’s digital newsletter for details on upcoming programs.