Week of Events
Dog Admission Days
Dog Admission Days
Several times a year, The Morton Arboretum hosts Dog Admission Days and Tails on the Trails events. These are the only times that dogs not designated as service dogs are allowed on the grounds of the Arboretum. Service dogs are welcome at no cost daily, and should be identified when entering at the gatehouse. These...
Earth Day
Earth Day
Celebrate Earth Day with the whole family! Take a nature walk, learn about all the beautiful wildlife Wheeling has to offer, and view live animals up close. Exhibitors will be hand to present information on the environment and answer all your questions about how to make our planet a better place.
Village of Hinsdale Park Clean-Up Day
Village of Hinsdale Park Clean-Up Day
In honor of Earth Day, come out to our parks for our annual Park Clean Up Day! This event is a great opportunity for residents of all ages, scout groups, churches, businesses, and service organizations to give back to the community. Projects may include planting or debris removal. Individuals and/or groups are welcome to request...
Free Parking Wednesday
Free Parking Wednesday
New for 2024, enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October. Advance online registration is required. The normal $5 parking fee applies for guests not registered. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
First Time Fishing
First Time Fishing
Get a head start on your summer fishing adventures! Learn rod-and-reel fishing basics in this two-hour workshop covering fundamental fishing skills, including how to put together a pole, knot tying, casting and securing hooks. Safety and ethics will also be covered. In the second hour, program participants will gain hands-on experience while fishing along the...
Arbor Day Celebration
Arbor Day Celebration
The first Arbor Day took place on April 10, 1872 it was the brainchild of Julius Sterling Morton, a Nebraska journalist and politician. Throughout his long and productive career, Morton worked to improve agricultural techniques, but his most important legacy is Arbor Day. โ9:30AM | Refreshments 10-11AM | Program The 40th Arbor Day Celebration is open to...
First Time Fishing
First Time Fishing
Get a head start on your summer fishing adventures! Learn rod-and-reel fishing basics in this two-hour workshop covering fundamental fishing skills, including how to put together a pole, knot tying, casting and securing hooks. Safety and ethics will also be covered. In the second hour, program participants will gain hands-on experience while fishing along the...
Arbor Day Celebration
Arbor Day Celebration
Celebrate Arbor Day, a national holiday created to recognize the importance of trees. Mayor Pruyn will kick off the event with the annual Arbor Day Proclamation, followed by any tree dedications. Make a craft and help beautify our forest by planting some native wildflowers. The Davey Tree Expert Company will provide a tree climbing demonstration...
Earth Week Volunteer Day
Earth Week Volunteer Day
Celebrate Earth Week with the Downers Grove Park District and beautify your local parks for spring! Volunteers will help prepare the parks for the season by mulching trees, picking up sticks and debris, and by removing trash at each location. Gloves, tools and staff assistance will be provided. Please dress for the weather and to...
Community Cleanup Day
Community Cleanup Day
Celebrate Earth Day with Rolling Meadows Park District and the Rolling Meadows Environmental Committee. We will lay mulch, plant bushes and flowers and pick up trash along the creek between Nelson Sports Complex and North Salk Park. Bring your own gloves and we will supply the rest.
Garden Expo
Garden Expo
Come to the Library and learn about Westmont Grows and the Westmont Gardening Club, plus meet with a number of local garden related organizations.
Museum Campus Exploration Day
Museum Campus Exploration Day
Have you ever wondered whatโs in our 18th-century Traders Cabin or wanted to peek inside the Native American longhouse above the pollinator garden? This is your chance to explore all the buildings at Isle a la Cache Museum and learn about the Potawatomi and French fur traders who once called this area home. Drop in...
Arbor Day Celebration
Arbor Day Celebration
Trees are terrific, for today and tomorrow. Join us for our annual tribute to trees. Free hot dogs and water, games, prizes, drawings, expert planting advice, tree giveaways.
Trashy Hacks
Trashy Hacks
Donโt throw out that garbage โ itโs gold! Check out different ways to deal with our household waste. Discover fun and interesting ways to upcycle broken, used and old items. See examples to give you ideas for home and get a chance to create your own. Bottlecap necklaces, tin can windchimes, eggshell air plant pots,...
Umbrella Sky Opening Day Party
Umbrella Sky Opening Day Party
Umbrella Sky Elmhurst is coming back and you're invited to celebrate with us!! On April 27th from 4:00-7:00 we will be kicking off the 2024 displays with a party in the plaza, featuring live music from The Sam Fazio Band! Beer/wine will be sold to be enjoyed on the street. All three unique displays will...
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