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9 Back for 2014: Uncorked Summer Nights Every Fourth Friday, June through September Admission includes two drink tickets, a food token and showcase tours of the Fern, Tropical and Desert rooms. Each evening will feature local artists and musicians as well. Must be 21 to take part. For more information, visit www.fopcon.org. $15 person F, Jun 27, from 6-8pm F, July 25, from 6-8pm F, August 22, from 6-8pm F, September 26, from 6-8pm Presented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory Oak Park Festival Theatre Celebrates its 40th Season Oak Park Festival Theatre is Oak Park's only Equity theatre and the Midwest's oldest professional theatre performing the classics outdoors! All performances are at the Park Districts of Oak Park's Austin Gardens, 167 Forest Avenue, in Oak Park. Visit www. oakparkfestival.com or call (708)445-4440 for more attendance information and to purchase tickets. Hamlet A Hometown Hamlet - OPFT is opening its 40th anniversary season with a production fit for a king. The intensity of Capone-esque politics and sultriness of early 30's jazz are combined with Shakespeare's greatest tragedy of a young man struggling with his reentry to a society ruled by his uncle, who may have murdered his father. Performances June 14-July 19, 2014 Previews Thursday, June 12 & Friday, June 13 Opening Night Saturday, June 14 at 8:00 pm Thursday – Saturday 8 pm/Sundays 7 pm. No performance Thursday July 4 Plus Wednesdays July 2 & 16 at 8pm The Importance of Being Earnest "The Truth Is Rarely Pure & Never Simple" - Oscar Wilde's comic masterpiece is a sly, stylish and sparking satire of public appearance and private identity. Two bachelors well versed in clever ruses to escape social responsibilities, at last fall in love with two ladies, and their happiness depends on convincing society that they truly embrace the importance of being Earnest. Performances July 26-August 23, 2014 Previews Thursday, July 24 & Friday, July 25 Opening Night Saturday, July 26 at 8:00 pm Thursday – Saturday 8 pm/Sundays 7 pm. Plus Wednesday August 20 at 8pm Your toddler's laughter as you pushed him higher in the swing on a bright spring morning. Your daughter's proud grin after kicking her first soccer goal at Taylor Park. An afternoon at the skateboard park at Stevenson Center. A perfect summer evening at a concert in Scoville Park. Our parks play a key role in the fabric of our lives in Oak Park. Help us improve our parks…and make lasting memories for future generations. The Parks Foundation of Oak Park collaborates with residents, community groups and partner organizations to support exceptional and extraordinary projects that enhance our parks and community life. 218 Madison, Oak Park, IL 60302 For more info, and to donate online www.parksfoundationop.org YOUR SUPPORT IS IMPORTANT TO OUR COMMUNITY The Parks Foundation of Oak Park is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. SPECIAL EVENTS Exploration Station - FREE! Saturdays, 10am-Noon thru May 31 Sundays, 1:30-3:30pm thru May 31 Come try hands-on activities at the Exploration Station! There will be a new program each month highlighting special aspects of the Conservatory for both adults and children. Also open on Monday school holidays! Presented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory. Toddler Exploration Time: Magic of Seeds - FREE May 15 from 10:30-11:15am This special interactive time opens up the natural world as you explore together the wonders of nature at the Oak Park Conservatory. You and your toddler will interact during guided activities, facilitated by a docent. Presented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory. Limited to 15 participants, first come, first served - no advance registration! GARDEN WALK 2014 Su, Jun 22 from 10 am to 4 pm Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 on event day ON SALE MAY 1 ONLINE! The 21st annual Garden Walk is a self-guided tour through eleven beautiful gardens, large and small, in Oak Park and River Forest. Tickets will go on sale May 1 on-line at www.gcoprf.org and at the reception desk at the Oak Park Conservatory. Please visit the web sites of the co-sponsors for the latest information: Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory www.fopcon.org and theGarden Club of Oak Park and River Forest at www.gcoprf.org. Or call 708-725-2400 for more information.