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SUMMARY:Wednesday Forest Play Group
DESCRIPTION:Unstructured\, Child-Directed Play at Forest Glen Woods\nJoin other area caregivers and kids on Thursday mornings for unstructured forest playtime. The goal of this event is to give kids a chance for unstructured outdoor play. We encourage adults to take a step back and let the kids lead the way! \nThis week we’ll meet at Forest Glen Woods. Park towards the back of the parking lot and we’ll meet on the grass near the picnic shelter. We’ll start the meeting with a snack and introductions and then take off down the path around 10:15am.  \nTime for Uninterrupted Free Play \nThe goal of this event is allow children time and space to play together in unstructured outdoor play. It’s very rewarding when we can stand back and let the children take the lead in what they notice and what they want to engage with. Some weeks it will be one thing that catches their interest\, and other weeks it may be something entirely different. By not having a set curriculum\, we are free to follow where the children’s curiosity takes them. In these Free Forest School gatherings\, we resist our adult urges to point out what we are drawn to and do our best to follow where the children’s curiosity is taking them. \nIf you’d like more info about how to facilitate child-led play\, you can check out this document I’ve written (still a work in progress). \nAge Range \nKids of all ages are welcome at this event! Kids tend to be between 0-8. \nWhat to Bring \nSnack\, water\, extra gear in case it gets wet.  \nWhat to Wear \nAs it’s starting to get cool it’s helpful to have layers and protection from water. Wool or synthetic base layers with fleece on top and a rain layer such as Reima rain pants work great. As it gets colder an additional top layer puff coat is recommended. Waterproof boots are a must. \nSafety \nKeep an eye on the children in your care and establish the safety boundaries that make sense for your family. \nThe event will continue rain or shine. We will cancel in case of severe weather (lightning).  \nSnack \nWe will start off with a snack before we head down the trail. We eat at the beginning and end of the event so kids can focus on play during the event without being distracted by rumbling bellies. We will end at 12pm but many of us stay for a picnic lunch back at the pavilion near the cars. \nBathrooms \nThe forest preserve bathrooms are open a short walk across parking lot and there is a porta potty right next to where we park.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/wednesday-forest-play-group-2025-11-26/
LOCATION:Forest Glen Woods\, 5420 N Forest Glen Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Free Forest School,Weekly Classes
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SUMMARY:Observation-Based Play Group: Babies
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more info about Observation-Based Play Groups.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/observation-based-play-group-babies-2025-11-24/
LOCATION:Party Day in Lincoln Square\, 4652 N Rockwell Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625
CATEGORIES:RIE-Inspired,Weekly Classes
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Forest Play Group
DESCRIPTION:Unstructured\, Child-Directed Play at Forest Glen Woods\nJoin other area caregivers and kids on Thursday mornings for unstructured forest playtime. The goal of this event is to give kids a chance for unstructured outdoor play. We encourage adults to take a step back and let the kids lead the way! \nThis week we’ll meet at Forest Glen Woods. Park towards the back of the parking lot and we’ll meet on the grass near the picnic shelter. We’ll start the meeting with a snack and introductions and then take off down the path around 10:15am.  \nTime for Uninterrupted Free Play \nThe goal of this event is allow children time and space to play together in unstructured outdoor play. It’s very rewarding when we can stand back and let the children take the lead in what they notice and what they want to engage with. Some weeks it will be one thing that catches their interest\, and other weeks it may be something entirely different. By not having a set curriculum\, we are free to follow where the children’s curiosity takes them. In these Free Forest School gatherings\, we resist our adult urges to point out what we are drawn to and do our best to follow where the children’s curiosity is taking them. \nIf you’d like more info about how to facilitate child-led play\, you can check out this document I’ve written (still a work in progress). \nAge Range \nKids of all ages are welcome at this event! Kids tend to be between 0-8. \nWhat to Bring \nSnack\, water\, extra gear in case it gets wet.  \nWhat to Wear \nAs it’s starting to get cool it’s helpful to have layers and protection from water. Wool or synthetic base layers with fleece on top and a rain layer such as Reima rain pants work great. As it gets colder an additional top layer puff coat is recommended. Waterproof boots are a must. \nSafety \nKeep an eye on the children in your care and establish the safety boundaries that make sense for your family. \nThe event will continue rain or shine. We will cancel in case of severe weather (lightning).  \nSnack \nWe will start off with a snack before we head down the trail. We eat at the beginning and end of the event so kids can focus on play during the event without being distracted by rumbling bellies. We will end at 12pm but many of us stay for a picnic lunch back at the pavilion near the cars. \nBathrooms \nThe forest preserve bathrooms are open a short walk across parking lot and there is a porta potty right next to where we park.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/wednesday-forest-play-group-2025-11-19/
LOCATION:Forest Glen Woods\, 5420 N Forest Glen Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Free Forest School,Weekly Classes
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SUMMARY:Observation-Based Play Group: Babies
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more info about Observation-Based Play Groups.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/observation-based-play-group-babies-2025-11-17/
LOCATION:Party Day in Lincoln Square\, 4652 N Rockwell Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625
CATEGORIES:RIE-Inspired,Weekly Classes
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Forest Play Group
DESCRIPTION:Unstructured\, Child-Directed Play at Forest Glen Woods\nJoin other area caregivers and kids on Thursday mornings for unstructured forest playtime. The goal of this event is to give kids a chance for unstructured outdoor play. We encourage adults to take a step back and let the kids lead the way! \nThis week we’ll meet at Forest Glen Woods. Park towards the back of the parking lot and we’ll meet on the grass near the picnic shelter. We’ll start the meeting with a snack and introductions and then take off down the path around 10:15am.  \nTime for Uninterrupted Free Play \nThe goal of this event is allow children time and space to play together in unstructured outdoor play. It’s very rewarding when we can stand back and let the children take the lead in what they notice and what they want to engage with. Some weeks it will be one thing that catches their interest\, and other weeks it may be something entirely different. By not having a set curriculum\, we are free to follow where the children’s curiosity takes them. In these Free Forest School gatherings\, we resist our adult urges to point out what we are drawn to and do our best to follow where the children’s curiosity is taking them. \nIf you’d like more info about how to facilitate child-led play\, you can check out this document I’ve written (still a work in progress). \nAge Range \nKids of all ages are welcome at this event! Kids tend to be between 0-8. \nWhat to Bring \nSnack\, water\, extra gear in case it gets wet.  \nWhat to Wear \nAs it’s starting to get cool it’s helpful to have layers and protection from water. Wool or synthetic base layers with fleece on top and a rain layer such as Reima rain pants work great. As it gets colder an additional top layer puff coat is recommended. Waterproof boots are a must. \nSafety \nKeep an eye on the children in your care and establish the safety boundaries that make sense for your family. \nThe event will continue rain or shine. We will cancel in case of severe weather (lightning).  \nSnack \nWe will start off with a snack before we head down the trail. We eat at the beginning and end of the event so kids can focus on play during the event without being distracted by rumbling bellies. We will end at 12pm but many of us stay for a picnic lunch back at the pavilion near the cars. \nBathrooms \nThe forest preserve bathrooms are open a short walk across parking lot and there is a porta potty right next to where we park.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/wednesday-forest-play-group-2025-11-12/
LOCATION:Forest Glen Woods\, 5420 N Forest Glen Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Free Forest School,Weekly Classes
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SUMMARY:Observation-Based Play Group: Babies
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more info about Observation-Based Play Groups.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/observation-based-play-group-babies-2025-11-10/
LOCATION:Party Day in Lincoln Square\, 4652 N Rockwell Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625
CATEGORIES:RIE-Inspired,Weekly Classes
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Forest Play Group
DESCRIPTION:Unstructured\, Child-Directed Play at Forest Glen Woods\nJoin other area caregivers and kids on Thursday mornings for unstructured forest playtime. The goal of this event is to give kids a chance for unstructured outdoor play. We encourage adults to take a step back and let the kids lead the way! \nThis week we’ll meet at Forest Glen Woods. Park towards the back of the parking lot and we’ll meet on the grass near the picnic shelter. We’ll start the meeting with a snack and introductions and then take off down the path around 10:15am.  \nTime for Uninterrupted Free Play \nThe goal of this event is allow children time and space to play together in unstructured outdoor play. It’s very rewarding when we can stand back and let the children take the lead in what they notice and what they want to engage with. Some weeks it will be one thing that catches their interest\, and other weeks it may be something entirely different. By not having a set curriculum\, we are free to follow where the children’s curiosity takes them. In these Free Forest School gatherings\, we resist our adult urges to point out what we are drawn to and do our best to follow where the children’s curiosity is taking them. \nIf you’d like more info about how to facilitate child-led play\, you can check out this document I’ve written (still a work in progress). \nAge Range \nKids of all ages are welcome at this event! Kids tend to be between 0-8. \nWhat to Bring \nSnack\, water\, extra gear in case it gets wet.  \nWhat to Wear \nAs it’s starting to get cool it’s helpful to have layers and protection from water. Wool or synthetic base layers with fleece on top and a rain layer such as Reima rain pants work great. As it gets colder an additional top layer puff coat is recommended. Waterproof boots are a must. \nSafety \nKeep an eye on the children in your care and establish the safety boundaries that make sense for your family. \nThe event will continue rain or shine. We will cancel in case of severe weather (lightning).  \nSnack \nWe will start off with a snack before we head down the trail. We eat at the beginning and end of the event so kids can focus on play during the event without being distracted by rumbling bellies. We will end at 12pm but many of us stay for a picnic lunch back at the pavilion near the cars. \nBathrooms \nThe forest preserve bathrooms are open a short walk across parking lot and there is a porta potty right next to where we park.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/wednesday-forest-play-group-2025-11-05/
LOCATION:Forest Glen Woods\, 5420 N Forest Glen Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Free Forest School,Weekly Classes
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SUMMARY:Observation-Based Play Group: Babies
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more info about Observation-Based Play Groups.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/observation-based-play-group-babies-2025-11-03/
LOCATION:Party Day in Lincoln Square\, 4652 N Rockwell Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625
CATEGORIES:RIE-Inspired,Weekly Classes
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Forest Play Group
DESCRIPTION:Unstructured\, Child-Directed Play at Forest Glen Woods\nJoin other area caregivers and kids on Thursday mornings for unstructured forest playtime. The goal of this event is to give kids a chance for unstructured outdoor play. We encourage adults to take a step back and let the kids lead the way! \nThis week we’ll meet at Forest Glen Woods. Park towards the back of the parking lot and we’ll meet on the grass near the picnic shelter. We’ll start the meeting with a snack and introductions and then take off down the path around 10:15am.  \nTime for Uninterrupted Free Play \nThe goal of this event is allow children time and space to play together in unstructured outdoor play. It’s very rewarding when we can stand back and let the children take the lead in what they notice and what they want to engage with. Some weeks it will be one thing that catches their interest\, and other weeks it may be something entirely different. By not having a set curriculum\, we are free to follow where the children’s curiosity takes them. In these Free Forest School gatherings\, we resist our adult urges to point out what we are drawn to and do our best to follow where the children’s curiosity is taking them. \nIf you’d like more info about how to facilitate child-led play\, you can check out this document I’ve written (still a work in progress). \nAge Range \nKids of all ages are welcome at this event! Kids tend to be between 0-8. \nWhat to Bring \nSnack\, water\, extra gear in case it gets wet.  \nWhat to Wear \nAs it’s starting to get cool it’s helpful to have layers and protection from water. Wool or synthetic base layers with fleece on top and a rain layer such as Reima rain pants work great. As it gets colder an additional top layer puff coat is recommended. Waterproof boots are a must. \nSafety \nKeep an eye on the children in your care and establish the safety boundaries that make sense for your family. \nThe event will continue rain or shine. We will cancel in case of severe weather (lightning).  \nSnack \nWe will start off with a snack before we head down the trail. We eat at the beginning and end of the event so kids can focus on play during the event without being distracted by rumbling bellies. We will end at 12pm but many of us stay for a picnic lunch back at the pavilion near the cars. \nBathrooms \nThe forest preserve bathrooms are open a short walk across parking lot and there is a porta potty right next to where we park.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/wednesday-forest-play-group-2025-11-29/
LOCATION:Forest Glen Woods\, 5420 N Forest Glen Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Free Forest School,Weekly Classes
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SUMMARY:Observation-Based Play Group: Babies
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more info about Observation-Based Play Groups.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/observation-based-play-group-babies-2025-10-27/
LOCATION:Party Day in Lincoln Square\, 4652 N Rockwell Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625
CATEGORIES:RIE-Inspired,Weekly Classes
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Forest Play Group
DESCRIPTION:Unstructured\, Child-Directed Play at Forest Glen Woods\nJoin other area caregivers and kids on Thursday mornings for unstructured forest playtime. The goal of this event is to give kids a chance for unstructured outdoor play. We encourage adults to take a step back and let the kids lead the way! \nThis week we’ll meet at Forest Glen Woods. Park towards the back of the parking lot and we’ll meet on the grass near the picnic shelter. We’ll start the meeting with a snack and introductions and then take off down the path around 10:15am.  \nTime for Uninterrupted Free Play \nThe goal of this event is allow children time and space to play together in unstructured outdoor play. It’s very rewarding when we can stand back and let the children take the lead in what they notice and what they want to engage with. Some weeks it will be one thing that catches their interest\, and other weeks it may be something entirely different. By not having a set curriculum\, we are free to follow where the children’s curiosity takes them. In these Free Forest School gatherings\, we resist our adult urges to point out what we are drawn to and do our best to follow where the children’s curiosity is taking them. \nIf you’d like more info about how to facilitate child-led play\, you can check out this document I’ve written (still a work in progress). \nAge Range \nKids of all ages are welcome at this event! Kids tend to be between 0-8. \nWhat to Bring \nSnack\, water\, extra gear in case it gets wet.  \nWhat to Wear \nAs it’s starting to get cool it’s helpful to have layers and protection from water. Wool or synthetic base layers with fleece on top and a rain layer such as Reima rain pants work great. As it gets colder an additional top layer puff coat is recommended. Waterproof boots are a must. \nSafety \nKeep an eye on the children in your care and establish the safety boundaries that make sense for your family. \nThe event will continue rain or shine. We will cancel in case of severe weather (lightning).  \nSnack \nWe will start off with a snack before we head down the trail. We eat at the beginning and end of the event so kids can focus on play during the event without being distracted by rumbling bellies. We will end at 12pm but many of us stay for a picnic lunch back at the pavilion near the cars. \nBathrooms \nThe forest preserve bathrooms are open a short walk across parking lot and there is a porta potty right next to where we park.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/wednesday-forest-play-group-2025-10-22/
LOCATION:Forest Glen Woods\, 5420 N Forest Glen Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Free Forest School,Weekly Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://collectingrainwater.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ffs-circle-time.jpg
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SUMMARY:Observation-Based Play Group: Babies
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more info about Observation-Based Play Groups.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/observation-based-play-group-babies-2025-10-20/
LOCATION:Party Day in Lincoln Square\, 4652 N Rockwell Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625
CATEGORIES:RIE-Inspired,Weekly Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://collectingrainwater.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/monday-play-group-2.jpg
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Forest Play Group
DESCRIPTION:Unstructured\, Child-Directed Play at Forest Glen Woods\nJoin other area caregivers and kids on Thursday mornings for unstructured forest playtime. The goal of this event is to give kids a chance for unstructured outdoor play. We encourage adults to take a step back and let the kids lead the way! \nThis week we’ll meet at Forest Glen Woods. Park towards the back of the parking lot and we’ll meet on the grass near the picnic shelter. We’ll start the meeting with a snack and introductions and then take off down the path around 10:15am.  \nTime for Uninterrupted Free Play \nThe goal of this event is allow children time and space to play together in unstructured outdoor play. It’s very rewarding when we can stand back and let the children take the lead in what they notice and what they want to engage with. Some weeks it will be one thing that catches their interest\, and other weeks it may be something entirely different. By not having a set curriculum\, we are free to follow where the children’s curiosity takes them. In these Free Forest School gatherings\, we resist our adult urges to point out what we are drawn to and do our best to follow where the children’s curiosity is taking them. \nIf you’d like more info about how to facilitate child-led play\, you can check out this document I’ve written (still a work in progress). \nAge Range \nKids of all ages are welcome at this event! Kids tend to be between 0-8. \nWhat to Bring \nSnack\, water\, extra gear in case it gets wet.  \nWhat to Wear \nAs it’s starting to get cool it’s helpful to have layers and protection from water. Wool or synthetic base layers with fleece on top and a rain layer such as Reima rain pants work great. As it gets colder an additional top layer puff coat is recommended. Waterproof boots are a must. \nSafety \nKeep an eye on the children in your care and establish the safety boundaries that make sense for your family. \nThe event will continue rain or shine. We will cancel in case of severe weather (lightning).  \nSnack \nWe will start off with a snack before we head down the trail. We eat at the beginning and end of the event so kids can focus on play during the event without being distracted by rumbling bellies. We will end at 12pm but many of us stay for a picnic lunch back at the pavilion near the cars. \nBathrooms \nThe forest preserve bathrooms are open a short walk across parking lot and there is a porta potty right next to where we park.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/wednesday-forest-play-group-2025-10-15/
LOCATION:Forest Glen Woods\, 5420 N Forest Glen Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Free Forest School,Weekly Classes
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SUMMARY:Observation-Based Play Group: Babies
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more info about Observation-Based Play Groups.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/observation-based-play-group-babies-2025-10-13/
LOCATION:Party Day in Lincoln Square\, 4652 N Rockwell Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625
CATEGORIES:RIE-Inspired,Weekly Classes
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Forest Play Group
DESCRIPTION:Unstructured\, Child-Directed Play at Forest Glen Woods\nJoin other area caregivers and kids on Thursday mornings for unstructured forest playtime. The goal of this event is to give kids a chance for unstructured outdoor play. We encourage adults to take a step back and let the kids lead the way! \nThis week we’ll meet at Forest Glen Woods. Park towards the back of the parking lot and we’ll meet on the grass near the picnic shelter. We’ll start the meeting with a snack and introductions and then take off down the path around 10:15am.  \nTime for Uninterrupted Free Play \nThe goal of this event is allow children time and space to play together in unstructured outdoor play. It’s very rewarding when we can stand back and let the children take the lead in what they notice and what they want to engage with. Some weeks it will be one thing that catches their interest\, and other weeks it may be something entirely different. By not having a set curriculum\, we are free to follow where the children’s curiosity takes them. In these Free Forest School gatherings\, we resist our adult urges to point out what we are drawn to and do our best to follow where the children’s curiosity is taking them. \nIf you’d like more info about how to facilitate child-led play\, you can check out this document I’ve written (still a work in progress). \nAge Range \nKids of all ages are welcome at this event! Kids tend to be between 0-8. \nWhat to Bring \nSnack\, water\, extra gear in case it gets wet.  \nWhat to Wear \nAs it’s starting to get cool it’s helpful to have layers and protection from water. Wool or synthetic base layers with fleece on top and a rain layer such as Reima rain pants work great. As it gets colder an additional top layer puff coat is recommended. Waterproof boots are a must. \nSafety \nKeep an eye on the children in your care and establish the safety boundaries that make sense for your family. \nThe event will continue rain or shine. We will cancel in case of severe weather (lightning).  \nSnack \nWe will start off with a snack before we head down the trail. We eat at the beginning and end of the event so kids can focus on play during the event without being distracted by rumbling bellies. We will end at 12pm but many of us stay for a picnic lunch back at the pavilion near the cars. \nBathrooms \nThe forest preserve bathrooms are open a short walk across parking lot and there is a porta potty right next to where we park.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/wednesday-forest-play-group-2025-10-08/
LOCATION:Forest Glen Woods\, 5420 N Forest Glen Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Free Forest School,Weekly Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T124500
DTSTAMP:20260408T230215
CREATED:20251021T221041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T221721Z
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SUMMARY:Observation-Based Play Group: Babies
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more info about Observation-Based Play Groups.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/observation-based-play-group-babies-2025-10-06/
LOCATION:Party Day in Lincoln Square\, 4652 N Rockwell Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625
CATEGORIES:RIE-Inspired,Weekly Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251001T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T230215
CREATED:20251021T222532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T222532Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Forest Play Group
DESCRIPTION:Unstructured\, Child-Directed Play at Forest Glen Woods\nJoin other area caregivers and kids on Thursday mornings for unstructured forest playtime. The goal of this event is to give kids a chance for unstructured outdoor play. We encourage adults to take a step back and let the kids lead the way! \nThis week we’ll meet at Forest Glen Woods. Park towards the back of the parking lot and we’ll meet on the grass near the picnic shelter. We’ll start the meeting with a snack and introductions and then take off down the path around 10:15am.  \nTime for Uninterrupted Free Play \nThe goal of this event is allow children time and space to play together in unstructured outdoor play. It’s very rewarding when we can stand back and let the children take the lead in what they notice and what they want to engage with. Some weeks it will be one thing that catches their interest\, and other weeks it may be something entirely different. By not having a set curriculum\, we are free to follow where the children’s curiosity takes them. In these Free Forest School gatherings\, we resist our adult urges to point out what we are drawn to and do our best to follow where the children’s curiosity is taking them. \nIf you’d like more info about how to facilitate child-led play\, you can check out this document I’ve written (still a work in progress). \nAge Range \nKids of all ages are welcome at this event! Kids tend to be between 0-8. \nWhat to Bring \nSnack\, water\, extra gear in case it gets wet.  \nWhat to Wear \nAs it’s starting to get cool it’s helpful to have layers and protection from water. Wool or synthetic base layers with fleece on top and a rain layer such as Reima rain pants work great. As it gets colder an additional top layer puff coat is recommended. Waterproof boots are a must. \nSafety \nKeep an eye on the children in your care and establish the safety boundaries that make sense for your family. \nThe event will continue rain or shine. We will cancel in case of severe weather (lightning).  \nSnack \nWe will start off with a snack before we head down the trail. We eat at the beginning and end of the event so kids can focus on play during the event without being distracted by rumbling bellies. We will end at 12pm but many of us stay for a picnic lunch back at the pavilion near the cars. \nBathrooms \nThe forest preserve bathrooms are open a short walk across parking lot and there is a porta potty right next to where we park.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/wednesday-forest-play-group-2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Forest Glen Woods\, 5420 N Forest Glen Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Free Forest School,Weekly Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://collectingrainwater.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ffs-circle-time.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250929T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250929T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T230215
CREATED:20250802T203705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T203705Z
UID:9455-1759145400-1759149000@collectingrainwater.com
SUMMARY:Observation-Based Play Group: Babies
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more info about Observation-Based Play Groups.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/observation-based-play-group-babies-2025-09-29/
LOCATION:Thaddeus S. “Ted” Lechowicz Woods\, 5901 N Central Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, IL\, 60646
CATEGORIES:RIE-Inspired,Weekly Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://collectingrainwater.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/obpg-2025-summer.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T230215
CREATED:20250802T204135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T204147Z
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SUMMARY:Free Forest School at Forest Glen Woods
DESCRIPTION:Unstructured\, Child-Directed Play at Forest Glen Woods\nJoin other area caregivers and kids on Thursday mornings for unstructured forest playtime. The goal of this event is to give kids a chance for unstructured outdoor play. We encourage adults to take a step back and let the kids lead the way! \nThis week we’ll meet at Forest Glen Woods. Park towards the back of the parking lot and we’ll meet on the grass near the picnic shelter. We’ll start the meeting with a snack and introductions and then take off down the path around 10:15am.  \nTime for Uninterrupted Free Play \nThe goal of this event is allow children time and space to play together in unstructured outdoor play. It’s very rewarding when we can stand back and let the children take the lead in what they notice and what they want to engage with. Some weeks it will be one thing that catches their interest\, and other weeks it may be something entirely different. By not having a set curriculum\, we are free to follow where the children’s curiosity takes them. In these Free Forest School gatherings\, we resist our adult urges to point out what we are drawn to and do our best to follow where the children’s curiosity is taking them. \nIf you’d like more info about how to facilitate child-led play\, you can check out this document I’ve written (still a work in progress). \nAge Range \nKids of all ages are welcome at this event! Kids tend to be between 0-8. \nWhat to Bring \nSnack\, water\, extra gear in case it gets wet.  \nWhat to Wear \nLong pants to protect from poison ivy and sun. Hat for face protection. Possibly long sleeves to protect from sun\, bugs and poison ivy. Wool (thin wool) is a great option that can prevent overheating in warmer weather. \nSafety \nKeep an eye on the children in your care and establish the safety boundaries that make sense for your family. \nThe event will continue rain or shine. We will cancel in case of severe weather (lightning).  \nSnack \nWe will start off with a snack before we head down the trail. We eat at the beginning and end of the event so kids can focus on play during the event without being distracted by rumbling bellies. We will end at 12pm but many of us stay for a picnic lunch back at the pavilion near the cars. \nBathrooms \nThe forest preserve bathrooms are open again a short walk across parking lot and there is a porta potty right next to where we park.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/free-forest-school-at-forest-glen-woods-2025-09-25/
LOCATION:Forest Glen Woods\, 5420 N Forest Glen Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Forest School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://collectingrainwater.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/forest-glen-summer.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T230215
CREATED:20250604T162732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T203058Z
UID:9382-1758533400-1758538800@collectingrainwater.com
SUMMARY:Observation-Based Play Group: Babies
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more info about Observation-Based Play Groups.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/observation-based-play-group-babies-2025-09-22/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:RIE-Inspired,Weekly Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://collectingrainwater.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/obpg-2025-summer.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T230215
CREATED:20250802T204026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T204026Z
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SUMMARY:Free Forest School at Forest Glen Woods
DESCRIPTION:Unstructured\, Child-Directed Play at Forest Glen Woods\nJoin other area caregivers and kids on Thursday mornings for unstructured forest playtime. The goal of this event is to give kids a chance for unstructured outdoor play. We encourage adults to take a step back and let the kids lead the way! \nThis week we’ll meet at Forest Glen Woods. Park towards the back of the parking lot and we’ll meet on the grass near the picnic shelter. We’ll start the meeting with a snack and introductions and then take off down the path around 10:15am.  \nTime for Uninterrupted Free Play \nThe goal of this event is allow children time and space to play together in unstructured outdoor play. It’s very rewarding when we can stand back and let the children take the lead in what they notice and what they want to engage with. Some weeks it will be one thing that catches their interest\, and other weeks it may be something entirely different. By not having a set curriculum\, we are free to follow where the children’s curiosity takes them. In these Free Forest School gatherings\, we resist our adult urges to point out what we are drawn to and do our best to follow where the children’s curiosity is taking them. \nIf you’d like more info about how to facilitate child-led play\, you can check out this document I’ve written (still a work in progress). \nAge Range \nKids of all ages are welcome at this event! Kids tend to be between 0-8. \nWhat to Bring \nSnack\, water\, extra gear in case it gets wet.  \nWhat to Wear \nLong pants to protect from poison ivy and sun. Hat for face protection. Possibly long sleeves to protect from sun\, bugs and poison ivy. Wool (thin wool) is a great option that can prevent overheating in warmer weather. \nSafety \nKeep an eye on the children in your care and establish the safety boundaries that make sense for your family. \nThe event will continue rain or shine. We will cancel in case of severe weather (lightning).  \nSnack \nWe will start off with a snack before we head down the trail. We eat at the beginning and end of the event so kids can focus on play during the event without being distracted by rumbling bellies. We will end at 12pm but many of us stay for a picnic lunch back at the pavilion near the cars. \nBathrooms \nThe forest preserve bathrooms are open again a short walk across parking lot and there is a porta potty right next to where we park.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/free-forest-school-at-forest-glen-woods-2025-09-18/
LOCATION:Forest Glen Woods\, 5420 N Forest Glen Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Forest School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250915T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250915T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T230215
CREATED:20250604T164533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T202745Z
UID:9401-1757935800-1757939400@collectingrainwater.com
SUMMARY:Observation-Based Play Group: Babies
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more info about Observation-Based Play Groups.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/observation-based-play-group-babies-2025-09-15/
LOCATION:Thaddeus S. “Ted” Lechowicz Woods\, 5901 N Central Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, IL\, 60646
CATEGORIES:RIE-Inspired,Weekly Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://collectingrainwater.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/obpg-2025-summer.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T230215
CREATED:20250802T203930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T203930Z
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SUMMARY:Free Forest School at Forest Glen Woods
DESCRIPTION:Unstructured\, Child-Directed Play at Forest Glen Woods\nJoin other area caregivers and kids on Thursday mornings for unstructured forest playtime. The goal of this event is to give kids a chance for unstructured outdoor play. We encourage adults to take a step back and let the kids lead the way! \nThis week we’ll meet at Forest Glen Woods. Park towards the back of the parking lot and we’ll meet on the grass near the picnic shelter. We’ll start the meeting with a snack and introductions and then take off down the path around 10:15am.  \nTime for Uninterrupted Free Play \nThe goal of this event is allow children time and space to play together in unstructured outdoor play. It’s very rewarding when we can stand back and let the children take the lead in what they notice and what they want to engage with. Some weeks it will be one thing that catches their interest\, and other weeks it may be something entirely different. By not having a set curriculum\, we are free to follow where the children’s curiosity takes them. In these Free Forest School gatherings\, we resist our adult urges to point out what we are drawn to and do our best to follow where the children’s curiosity is taking them. \nIf you’d like more info about how to facilitate child-led play\, you can check out this document I’ve written (still a work in progress). \nAge Range \nKids of all ages are welcome at this event! Kids tend to be between 0-8. \nWhat to Bring \nSnack\, water\, extra gear in case it gets wet.  \nWhat to Wear \nLong pants to protect from poison ivy and sun. Hat for face protection. Possibly long sleeves to protect from sun\, bugs and poison ivy. Wool (thin wool) is a great option that can prevent overheating in warmer weather. \nSafety \nKeep an eye on the children in your care and establish the safety boundaries that make sense for your family. \nThe event will continue rain or shine. We will cancel in case of severe weather (lightning).  \nSnack \nWe will start off with a snack before we head down the trail. We eat at the beginning and end of the event so kids can focus on play during the event without being distracted by rumbling bellies. We will end at 12pm but many of us stay for a picnic lunch back at the pavilion near the cars. \nBathrooms \nThe forest preserve bathrooms are open again a short walk across parking lot and there is a porta potty right next to where we park.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/free-forest-school-at-forest-glen-woods-2025-09-11/
LOCATION:Forest Glen Woods\, 5420 N Forest Glen Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Forest School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T230215
CREATED:20250604T163353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T203124Z
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SUMMARY:Observation-Based Play Group: Babies
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more info about Observation-Based Play Groups.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/observation-based-play-group-babies-2025-09-08/
LOCATION:Thaddeus S. “Ted” Lechowicz Woods\, 5901 N Central Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, IL\, 60646
CATEGORIES:RIE-Inspired,Weekly Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://collectingrainwater.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/obpg-2025-summer.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T230215
CREATED:20250802T203835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T203835Z
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SUMMARY:Free Forest School at Forest Glen Woods
DESCRIPTION:Unstructured\, Child-Directed Play at Forest Glen Woods\nJoin other area caregivers and kids on Thursday mornings for unstructured forest playtime. The goal of this event is to give kids a chance for unstructured outdoor play. We encourage adults to take a step back and let the kids lead the way! \nThis week we’ll meet at Forest Glen Woods. Park towards the back of the parking lot and we’ll meet on the grass near the picnic shelter. We’ll start the meeting with a snack and introductions and then take off down the path around 10:15am.  \nTime for Uninterrupted Free Play \nThe goal of this event is allow children time and space to play together in unstructured outdoor play. It’s very rewarding when we can stand back and let the children take the lead in what they notice and what they want to engage with. Some weeks it will be one thing that catches their interest\, and other weeks it may be something entirely different. By not having a set curriculum\, we are free to follow where the children’s curiosity takes them. In these Free Forest School gatherings\, we resist our adult urges to point out what we are drawn to and do our best to follow where the children’s curiosity is taking them. \nIf you’d like more info about how to facilitate child-led play\, you can check out this document I’ve written (still a work in progress). \nAge Range \nKids of all ages are welcome at this event! Kids tend to be between 0-8. \nWhat to Bring \nSnack\, water\, extra gear in case it gets wet.  \nWhat to Wear \nLong pants to protect from poison ivy and sun. Hat for face protection. Possibly long sleeves to protect from sun\, bugs and poison ivy. Wool (thin wool) is a great option that can prevent overheating in warmer weather. \nSafety \nKeep an eye on the children in your care and establish the safety boundaries that make sense for your family. \nThe event will continue rain or shine. We will cancel in case of severe weather (lightning).  \nSnack \nWe will start off with a snack before we head down the trail. We eat at the beginning and end of the event so kids can focus on play during the event without being distracted by rumbling bellies. We will end at 12pm but many of us stay for a picnic lunch back at the pavilion near the cars. \nBathrooms \nThe forest preserve bathrooms are open again a short walk across parking lot and there is a porta potty right next to where we park.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/free-forest-school-at-forest-glen-woods-2025-09-04/
LOCATION:Forest Glen Woods\, 5420 N Forest Glen Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Forest School
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://collectingrainwater.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/forest-glen-summer.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250901T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250901T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T230215
CREATED:20250604T163303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T202839Z
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SUMMARY:Observation-Based Play Group: Babies
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more info about Observation-Based Play Groups.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/observation-based-play-group-babies-2025-09-01/
LOCATION:Thaddeus S. “Ted” Lechowicz Woods\, 5901 N Central Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, IL\, 60646
CATEGORIES:RIE-Inspired,Weekly Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://collectingrainwater.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/obpg-2025-summer.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T230215
CREATED:20250802T191930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T203332Z
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SUMMARY:Free Forest School at Forest Glen Woods
DESCRIPTION:Unstructured\, Child-Directed Play at Forest Glen Woods\nJoin other area caregivers and kids on Thursday mornings for unstructured forest playtime. The goal of this event is to give kids a chance for unstructured outdoor play. We encourage adults to take a step back and let the kids lead the way! \nThis week we’ll meet at Forest Glen Woods. Park towards the back of the parking lot and we’ll meet on the grass near the picnic shelter. We’ll start the meeting with a snack and introductions and then take off down the path around 10:15am.  \nTime for Uninterrupted Free Play \nThe goal of this event is allow children time and space to play together in unstructured outdoor play. It’s very rewarding when we can stand back and let the children take the lead in what they notice and what they want to engage with. Some weeks it will be one thing that catches their interest\, and other weeks it may be something entirely different. By not having a set curriculum\, we are free to follow where the children’s curiosity takes them. In these Free Forest School gatherings\, we resist our adult urges to point out what we are drawn to and do our best to follow where the children’s curiosity is taking them. \nIf you’d like more info about how to facilitate child-led play\, you can check out this document I’ve written (still a work in progress). \nAge Range \nKids of all ages are welcome at this event! Kids tend to be between 0-8. \nWhat to Bring \nSnack\, water\, extra gear in case it gets wet.  \nWhat to Wear \nLong pants to protect from poison ivy and sun. Hat for face protection. Possibly long sleeves to protect from sun\, bugs and poison ivy. Wool (thin wool) is a great option that can prevent overheating in warmer weather. \nSafety \nKeep an eye on the children in your care and establish the safety boundaries that make sense for your family. \nThe event will continue rain or shine. We will cancel in case of severe weather (lightning).  \nSnack \nWe will start off with a snack before we head down the trail. We eat at the beginning and end of the event so kids can focus on play during the event without being distracted by rumbling bellies. We will end at 12pm but many of us stay for a picnic lunch back at the pavilion near the cars. \nBathrooms \nThe forest preserve bathrooms are open again a short walk across parking lot and there is a porta potty right next to where we park.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/free-forest-school-at-forest-glen-woods-2025-08-28/
LOCATION:Forest Glen Woods\, 5420 N Forest Glen Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Forest School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250825T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250825T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T230215
CREATED:20250604T163220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T202221Z
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SUMMARY:Observation-Based Play Group: Babies
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more info about Observation-Based Play Groups.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/observation-based-play-group-babies-2025-08-25/
LOCATION:Thaddeus S. “Ted” Lechowicz Woods\, 5901 N Central Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, IL\, 60646
CATEGORIES:RIE-Inspired,Weekly Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://collectingrainwater.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/obpg-2025-summer.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T230215
CREATED:20250802T191716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T203321Z
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SUMMARY:Free Forest School at Forest Glen Woods
DESCRIPTION:Unstructured\, Child-Directed Play at Forest Glen Woods\nJoin other area caregivers and kids on Thursday mornings for unstructured forest playtime. The goal of this event is to give kids a chance for unstructured outdoor play. We encourage adults to take a step back and let the kids lead the way! \nThis week we’ll meet at Forest Glen Woods. Park towards the back of the parking lot and we’ll meet on the grass near the picnic shelter. We’ll start the meeting with a snack and introductions and then take off down the path around 10:15am.  \nTime for Uninterrupted Free Play \nThe goal of this event is allow children time and space to play together in unstructured outdoor play. It’s very rewarding when we can stand back and let the children take the lead in what they notice and what they want to engage with. Some weeks it will be one thing that catches their interest\, and other weeks it may be something entirely different. By not having a set curriculum\, we are free to follow where the children’s curiosity takes them. In these Free Forest School gatherings\, we resist our adult urges to point out what we are drawn to and do our best to follow where the children’s curiosity is taking them. \nIf you’d like more info about how to facilitate child-led play\, you can check out this document I’ve written (still a work in progress). \nAge Range \nKids of all ages are welcome at this event! Kids tend to be between 0-8. \nWhat to Bring \nSnack\, water\, extra gear in case it gets wet.  \nWhat to Wear \nLong pants to protect from poison ivy and sun. Hat for face protection. Possibly long sleeves to protect from sun\, bugs and poison ivy. Wool (thin wool) is a great option that can prevent overheating in warmer weather. \nSafety \nKeep an eye on the children in your care and establish the safety boundaries that make sense for your family. \nThe event will continue rain or shine. We will cancel in case of severe weather (lightning).  \nSnack \nWe will start off with a snack before we head down the trail. We eat at the beginning and end of the event so kids can focus on play during the event without being distracted by rumbling bellies. We will end at 12pm but many of us stay for a picnic lunch back at the pavilion near the cars. \nBathrooms \nThe forest preserve bathrooms are open again a short walk across parking lot and there is a porta potty right next to where we park.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/free-forest-school-at-forest-glen-woods-2025-08-21/
LOCATION:Forest Glen Woods\, 5420 N Forest Glen Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Forest School
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SUMMARY:Observation-Based Play Group: Babies
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more info about Observation-Based Play Groups.
URL:https://collectingrainwater.com/event/observation-based-play-group-babies-2025-08-18/
LOCATION:Thaddeus S. “Ted” Lechowicz Woods\, 5901 N Central Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, IL\, 60646
CATEGORIES:RIE-Inspired,Weekly Classes
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