The Conservation Foundation will host its annual “It’s Our Fox River Day” Saturday, Sept. 20, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.. The effort is led by the foundation with other local organizations like the Friends of the Fox River to clean litter out of the Fox River in locations from
Seminars by members of the Batavia-based Fox Valley Beekeepers Association (FVBA) highlighted a summer conference. Sherrie Benson of Batavia and Jim Konrad, Aurora, were among guest speakers at the Illinois State Beekeepers Association conference Aug. 16. The annual event was held at Meyer Bees apiary in Minooka. Benson, FVBA president,
The city of Aurora government will host a free electronics recycling drive-thru Saturday, Sept. 6 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Route 59 Metra Train Station, 1090 N. IL Route 59, Aurora. All items are free to recycle, including televisions, but advance registration is required. The event is open
Did you know that despite Illinois’ reputation as a prairie state, its landscape was once nearly a third forest? This fact opens up a wonderful world of native plants perfectly suited for shade gardens. Choosing these local beauties not only bolsters regional biodiversity but should also be a priority over
What’s rusty and invasive to our waters? The Rusty Crayfish! Join the Forest Preserve District of Kane County for the 7th Annual Rusty Rodeo on Saturday, Aug. 9, from 10 a.m. to noon. It’s time to grab your dip nets and help reduce the numbers of these pesky invaders! The
The recycling event will take place from 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, July 26 at The Compass Church – Naperville Campus, 1551 Hobson Road, Naperville. Attendees can shred two paper bags of documents per vehicle. Accepted items: Working bikes, gently-used clothing and household items, hearing aids, glasses, sunglasses, wire, cellphones,
The Kane County Recycling Extravaganza will take place Saturday, July 19, from 8 a.m. to noon at 540 S. Randall Road in St. Charles. The event will collect and recycle a wide range of items, including electronics, books, bikes, paint, aerosols, child car seats and strollers, smoke and CO alarms,
A colorful day lily blooms on the lawn at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora.
“We had over 336 cars today. It was a wonderful success!!” That’s how State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit reported her electronics recycle and document shred day on Saturday. The free, drive-thru event from 9 a.m. to noon was held in the parking lot at Kifowit’s constituent office in Aurora. Drivers started
The Forest Preserve District of Will County has announced summer volunteer opportunities for July, August, and September. The District offers a range of opportunities that allow individuals to contribute their time, energy and skills – often with just a few hours of commitment. “Most of our roles are short-term and
Electronics, clothing and shoes, cooking oil, and florescent tube lights will be accepted from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 12 at 820 W. Liberty Drive, Wheaton Public Works Storage Lot. Acceptable items: Clothing, shoes, sheets, bedding, towels and other household textiles in any condition. No heavily soiled items. Shoes
A document shred event for residents of Aurora Wards 4, 5, and 6 will take place Saturday, June 28, from 8 a.m. to noon at Jefferson Middle School, 1151 Plum Street. Cosponsors are aldermen Jonathan Nunez, Ward 4; Carl Franco, Ward 5; and Mike Saville, Ward 6.Residents are invited to
By Shekina Mullen As they flutter through plant and flower blossoms, spreading pollen with every landing, butterflies, bees, and other pollinators quietly sustain healthy ecosystems, successful home vegetable gardens, and agricultural production. Pollinators move pollen from one flower to the next, fertilizing and producing fruits, nuts, and seeds. Some plants
By Nancy Kuhajda Sometimes growers just want to try something new in their garden. How about an ancient fruit with edible leaves? How about figs? For many years, growing figs was relegated to warmer regions, but with the combination of the warming climate and the development of cold-hardy fig varieties,
State representative Stephanie Kifowit’s annual Recycle & Shred Day, will take place from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 28, in the parking lot of Rep. Kifowit’s district office, 1677 Montgomery Road, Aurora. The free community event will help residents safely dispose of sensitive documents (three 13-gallon trash bags or
A free, family-friendly Pollinator Party is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 14, at Isle a la Cache Museumm 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville. The event will feature a native plant sale, live animals, crafts, and interactive activities that will highlight the important role of pollinators in
A recycling event will be from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 17, 540 S. Randall Road, St. Charles, will shred documents, accept clothing, textiles, small home goods bikes and accessories, latex-based paints and coatings. Please do not arrive before 7:45 a.m., because it impedes setup. All stations and services
Fox Valley Festival Chorus is headed to France. The 45-member chorus with a brass quintet performed “A France Preview Concert” Sunday, May 4 at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora. Approximately 45 members of the Aurora-based chorus and the brass will perform a concert tour of France June 19-28. Sunday’s
The Village of Montgomery government and Earthmover Credit Union are partners to offer the community and members a free paper-shredding opportunity Saturday, May 10, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Montgomery Police Station, 10 Civic Center Avenue, on the Village’s west side. The drive-thru event will offer a convenient,
Electronics, clothing and shoes, cooking oil, and florescent tube lights will be accepted from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 10 at 820 W. Liberty Drive, Wheaton Public Works Storage Lot. Acceptable items: Clothing, shoes, sheets, bedding, towels and other household textiles in any condition. No heavily soiled items. Shoes
