Special Events F R Big Woods EE Planting Party! Saturday, October 12, 1:00–3:00 p.m. Coral Woods Conservation Area, Marengo Join us for our annual OAKtober Plan琀椀ng Party and have a TREEmendous 琀椀me! During this special event, you'll work with District sta昀昀 and volunteers to reforest the heart of Coral Woods Conserva琀椀on Area, as part of the District's long-term e昀昀orts to restore the "Big Woods" that once covered a third of our county. Plan to hike a short distance o昀昀 trail to the plan琀椀ng site, where you will learn why this work is important and how to plant tree seedlings. Bring work gloves if you have them. This is a great opportunity to have some fun with the family and for Scouts and students to log service hours. The site of this restoration project is accessible to all, including parking, trailhead, restrooms, and trails to and from planting area. SEPTEMBER FIRST FRIDAYS CONCERT Star Party The StingRays All Ages Hosted by Northwest Suburban Astronomers Friday, September 6, 7 - 8:30 p.m. Northwest Suburban Astronomer members will Lost Valley Visitor Center Patio, Glacial Park, Ringwood point out highlights in the night sky as they aim their Fee: Free telescopes at globular and open star clusters in the Milky Way, as well as at planetary nebulae and the Join us for the 昀椀nal First Friday Concert of the season! Andromeda Galaxy. September's concert features The StingRays, a local For more information, visit www.nsaclub.org. band famous for their energy, passion and authenticity. Bring a picnic dinner and enjoy an evening of music Friday, September 13 @ 6 - 10 p.m. under the oaks! Rain/weather alternate date: September 14 Note: No glass containers. In inclement weather, concert will move indoors. Pleasant Valley Conservation Area, Woodstock Friday, October 11@ 6 - 10 p.m. SPONSORED BY: Rain/weather alternate date: October 12 Home State Bank Pitel Septic Marengo Ridge Conservation Area, Marengo Hallowoods Walk Saturday, October 19 • Several time slots available Prairieview Education Center, Crystal Lake Fee: R $3.00 / NR $6.00 Bring your entire family out for a non-scary stroll through a luminary-lit savanna. Nature characters come alive and share stories along the trail. Enjoy refreshments around a warm, crackling 昀椀re. Costumes encouraged! Time slots are every 15 minutes between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Register online at MCCD.me/Hallowoods. n to n a St l l i B Landscapes | Fall 2024 15