Fox Valley Park District’s Fall Day of Service, Community Clean-up Day
Seth Groom, left, and his mother, Kim Groom, show off a tire found during the Fox Valley Park District’s Fall Day of Service, Community Clean-up Day, October 4.
Kane County Fall Shred & More
The recycling event will be from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 27 at 540 S. Randall Road, St. Charles. Accepted items include clothing and textiles, books, bicycles and bicycle accessories, and latex paint, and documents for shredding. Latex recycling will cost: Pint, $1; gallon, $3; two-gallon, $5; five-gallon, $15.
It’s Our Fox River Day cleanup Sept. 20
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
Paper shredding Sept. 27, at the Montgomery Police Dept.
Earthmover Credit Union, the Village of Montgomery, and State Representative Matt Hanson are partnering to offer the community and members a free paper shredding opportunity Saturday, Sept. 27, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Montgomery Police Department, 10 Civic Center Ave. on the Village’s west side. The drive-thru event
Kane County Forest fall bird watching walks
Enjoy the changing seasons as we hike, look and listen for birds inhabiting our forest preserves, this fall. District naturalists will cover basic bird-identification skills and share a few interesting stories along the way. Upcoming bird watching walks: •Saturday, Sept. 13; 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Hoscheit Woods Forest Preserve,
Electronics/Textile Recycling in Wheaton
Electronics, clothing and shoes, cooking oil, and florescent tube lights will be accepted from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 13 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
It’s Our Fox River Day cleanup Sept. 20
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
Suburban beekeepers present conference seminars
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,
Aurora Free Fall Electronics Recycling Event Sept. 6
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
Grow successful made in the shade gardens
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
Wrangle invasive crayfish at the 7th annual Rusty Rodeo
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
State senator John Curran’s Recycling Event in Naperville
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,
Kane County Recycling Extravaganza returns July 19
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,
Flowers bloom in Aurora
A colorful day lily blooms on the lawn at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora.
State rep’s recycle, shred day serves 336 residents
“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
Forest Preserve District summer volunteer opportunities
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/Textile Recycling in Wheaton
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
Aurora document shred event June 28
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
Tips and tools for a more pollinator-friendly yard
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
Figs, great addition to home gardens in Chicago-area
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,