Earth Day Family Fest: Celebrate, Learn & Grow!
Next event (Yearly): Apr 25, 2026 10:30am-3:00pm
Enjoy a day of nature, community, and discovery on MA Center Chicago's beautiful 142-acre campus
Join us for a fun-filled, educational celebration of Earth Day at MA Center Chicago. Whether you're bringing little ones for their first nature walk or joining as a lifelong conservationist, there's something for everyone - from expert talks and family yoga to a seed exchange and a scavenger hunt with prizes.
What's included:
- Seed exchange
- Family Yoga
- Scavenger hunt & prizes
- Live music
- Pond life walk
- Expert talks
- Campus walking tour
- Nature exhibits
Download our flyer: macc_earth_day_2026_3.19.26_-_digital_flyer.pdf.
Here's the schedule:
10:30 am - Doors and exhibits open; scavenger hunt begins
11:00 am - Pond Life Exploration (interactive nature activity)
11:30 am - Expert Tips Talk - Claire Ryan, Kane County Recycling Program
12:00 pm - Family Yoga Fun (all ages welcome!)
1:00 pm – Local Land Restoration - Jay Womak, Natural Resources Committee Board Chair
1:30 pm - Walking Tour of MA Center - Paurnami Engelking, nature-based education expert
2:30 pm – Flute Duet Performance
Exhibits all day: Explore tables on nature conservation, native herbs, locally made soaps and tinctures, regional birds, and more. Don't miss the seed exchange - a favorite for returning visitors!
Enjoy delicious vegetarian cuisine and freshly made chai, available for a modest donation. Explore the beautiful grounds and learn about the local flora and fauna that make this campus a natural treasure.
Questions? We'd love to hear from you.
630-387-5077 macenterchicago@ammagroups.org
Tuesday
Apr
21
8:00am - 9:00am
Location: MA Center Chicago satsang hall
Join us Tuesday mornings for an open yoga class with simple, gentle Amrita Yoga postures/asanas. No prior experience or training in Amrita Yoga is necessary.
"The purpose of Yoga is for our inner well-being. It does not belong to any particular faith or... more ›
Tuesday
Apr
21
10:00am - 11:00am
The purpose of Yoga is for our inner well-being. It does not belong to any particular faith or religion. It was passed on to us by the ancient seers for the well-being of humanity. Yoga helps us reconnect with nature and eventually become one with God. - Amma
Please join us for gentle chair yoga... more ›
Saturday
Apr
25
2:30pm - 4:00pm
Amma says, "Bhajans are prayers in the form of songs, rich in meaning and full of devotional content." The MACC Bhajan Class meets virtually on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month from 2:30 to 3:45 pm. This class is offered for those who wish to learn bhajans and study devotional songs and... more ›
Saturday
Apr
25
3:00pm - 4:00pm
"A river that flows through many branches will not have a powerful current. If the branches are redirected and the river is redirected to flow only through the main stream, the force of the current will increase greatly. It may even be possible to generate electricity from such a strong current.... more ›
Saturday
Apr
25
4:00pm - 8:30pm
Amma says, "Satsang has the power to turn our minds towards good thoughts. Children, don't waste any opportunity to participate in satsang."
We warmly invite you to join us for our weekly satsang with Swamini Ambikamrita Prana, starting with group archana at 4PM CT. Swamini will then lead us in... more ›
Sunday
Apr
26
6:00am - 8:30am
"The silence that we acquire through prayer and meditation helps us find peace and true happiness in this noisy world." ~Amma
Join us for a Silent Sunday Morning (with Swamini Ambikamrita Prana when she is here), starting with archana in the MA Center Chicago satsang hall at 6am, followed by... more ›
Sunday
Apr
26
10:00am - 1:00pm
Join this online-only IAM-35 Refresher on Sunday, April 26, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm.
The IAM-35 Refresher is for all those who have learned the eight-hour IAM-35 Course. Whether you have learned the technique recently or some time ago, you can deepen your practice or get it back on track with the... more ›
Sunday
Apr
26
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Join the MA Center Chicago knit and crochet group to help people in need of warm hats, scarves, and more. The group meets from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm on the second and fourth Sunday of each month in the South Lodge Community Room.
All skill levels are welcome, and if you are unable to attend the... more ›
Tuesday
Apr
28
8:00am - 9:00am
Location: MA Center Chicago satsang hall
Join us Tuesday mornings for an open yoga class with simple, gentle Amrita Yoga postures/asanas. No prior experience or training in Amrita Yoga is necessary.
"The purpose of Yoga is for our inner well-being. It does not belong to any particular faith or... more ›
Tuesday
Apr
28
10:00am - 11:00am
The purpose of Yoga is for our inner well-being. It does not belong to any particular faith or religion. It was passed on to us by the ancient seers for the well-being of humanity. Yoga helps us reconnect with nature and eventually become one with God. - Amma
Please join us for gentle chair yoga... more ›
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WHITE FLOWER MEDITATION
Sunday through Friday at 6:00 pm
Amma requests everyone to regularly practice this meditation once or twice a day for the benefit of the entire world. Join us live or via Zoom: https://bit.ly/maccmed
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EVENING BHAJANS
Sunday-Friday at 6:30 pm (in-person only)
- Guru Stotram chanting
- Bhajans (devotional singing)
- Closing prayers and arati
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