Science in the Parks: A Birding Tour of West Pullman Park

What’s the word, bird? As we reboot our Science in the Parks series, we are excited to partner with the Chicago Audubon Society, Chicago Ornithological Society, Wild Indigo, and–of course–the Chicago Park District to bring birding to West Pullman Park! Whether you’re a first-time birder looking to get outside, or a seasoned veteran of the birding circuit, this program should be a blast! Our partners are providing expert guides to take you through West Pullman Park’s impressive natural oak savanna, helping teach you about animals you may find in your own backyard. Continue reading “Science in the Parks: A Birding Tour of West Pullman Park”

How Psychotherapy Can Help Everyone (Como la Psicoterapia Puede Ayudar a Todos)

Have you ever felt so down that you couldn’t focus at work? Worried about something so much that you couldn’t sleep? Struggled to quit smoking, exercise more, or eat more healthy foods? Most people have or will have at least one of these experiences at some point in their lives, and it will get in the way of their work, relationships, health, or general life satisfaction. When that’s the case, talking to a mental health professional can help. Continue reading “How Psychotherapy Can Help Everyone (Como la Psicoterapia Puede Ayudar a Todos)”

Filtering the Facts of Kidney Health

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Tiny but mighty, the kidneys are small, but powerful chemical factories that remove waste, balance your body’s fluids, and keep your blood pressure in check. Despite being as essential to keeping us alive and healthy, kidney health often isn’t discussed with the same urgency as heart disease, cancer, or diabetes. Continue reading “Filtering the Facts of Kidney Health”

The Chicago Council on Science and Technology

Event Type: Science in the Parks