Forest Preserve District of Will County will feature paddling, how to recycle your bicycle, a bird hike, and a squirrel program for kids.
Nature
Celebrate Hummingbirds, Monarchs, and Bees With the Forest Preserve District
Will County-(ENEWSPF)- Don’t despair that summer is waning; instead, celebrate the hummingbirds, monarchs, and bees highlighted in early August programs hosted by the Forest Preserve District of Will County. Online registration is available on the Event Calendar at ReconnectWithNature.org. Here is the lineup: Hummingbird Rooftop Hangout: Aug. 2 through Aug. 31, Hidden[Read More…]
Paddle to the Music on July 15 at Monee Reservoir’s Surf-n-Turf Concert
Enjoy a summer treat and paddle to the music from a kayak or canoe during a Surf-N-Turf concert at Monee Reservoir on Saturday, July 15.
Will County Forest Preserve Offers Exploration, Sustainability Programs
The Will County Forest Preserve District’s program schedule offers many ways to explore, paddle and hike to view creatures and nature.
Smash That Pumpkin … For a Good Cause!
Have some fun and help the environment by bringing your Halloween pumpkin to the Pumpkin Smash this Saturday at Coyote Run Golf Course.
Parks Director Provides Update on Somonauk Park
Kevin Adams provided an update on the long-delayed opening of the Somonauk Nature Adventure Park: late Spring or early Summer of 2023.
Park Forest to Offer Composting Option to Residents
Park Forest may soon join its north suburban peers in having a composting option for food scraps, coffee grounds, and other items.
Tom Mick Reports: Village Hiring, Earth Month, Upcoming Events
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Village Manager Tom Mick reported Monday night that the Village of Park Forest is hiring for several full-time positions. Details can be found in the employment section of the Village website, the Manager said. Positions include a Communications Coordinator, a Human Resources Generalist, and an IT Administrator. The Fire[Read More…]
Opening of Somonauk Nature Adventure Park Gets Closer
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Work on the new Somonauk Nature Adventure Park is on target for completion by the end of June, according to Park Forest Parks, Recreation and Community Health Director Rob Gunther. The new park, unlike anything currently in the village, will offer residents access to kayaking, fishing, walks,[Read More…]
Virtual Silent Auction to Benefit Arts Programs, GSU Food Pantry
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Governors State University (GSU) is giving community members the opportunity to do holiday shopping safely while supporting the Center for Performing Arts’ (the Center’s) 25th Anniversary Fund, the Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park (theNate), and the GSU Food Pantry. Bidding is open now through December 10 at biddingforgood.com.[Read More…]