The Glen Ellyn Park District will celebrate Earth Week with fun and educational events for all ages from April 21 to 27. Registration is required for all events at gepark.org/register.
Wildflower Watercolor - 1 to 3 p.m. April 21 at Lake Ellyn Park. Take a walk to admire and sketch spring wildflowers in a restored oak woodland, then return to the boathouse to create a watercolor painting. Lita Forsyth of The Little Bits Workshop will provide instruction and encouragement. All necessary supplies, including paints and brushes, will be provided. This event is $24 for residents and $30 for nonresidents. It is intended for ages 18 and up.
Library Storytime - 10:30 to 11 a.m. April 22 at Maryknoll Park: Bring your little ones aged five years and younger for a free storytime celebrating Earth Day.
Migration Morning - 8:30 to 10 a.m. April 24 at Manor Park: Join a guided bird walk and enjoy the excitement of spotting spring warblers with this free event.
Arbor Day Preschool Nature Outing - 10 to 11 a.m. April 25, at Ackerman Woods. Children aged two to five years can learn all about Arbor Day through stories, crafts and an exploratory hike. This event is $10 for residents and $12 for nonresidents.
Breakfast with the Birds - 9 to 10:30 a.m. April 26, at Churchill Park. Celebrate our feathered friends with donuts, hot cocoa or coffee and a birdwatching walk. This event is $5 for residents and $7 for nonresidents.
Forest Bathing Wellness Walk - 1 to 3 p.m. April 27 at Churchill Park: Reconnect with the Earth with a guided forest bathing walk led by a certified nature and forest therapy guide. A tea ceremony featuring foraged herbs will conclude the experience. This event is $20 for residents and $24 for nonresidents. It is intended for ages 18 and up.
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