Community Corner
Arbor Day, Be Your Own Cake Boss and Curious George: Get Out
By now everyone is used to rain boots, slickers and frizzy hair, so whatever weather Mother Nature bestows on us this weekend won't be a deterrent to enjoying so many great events.
Where/When: , Sunday, Check- In 6:30 a.m.
Why Go: Get in shape and support the Hinsdale South Athletic Club too! Adults and youth (14 and under walk/run a mile instead of a 5K) are all invited to participate.
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Pricing: Register here; $25 for 5K; $18 for youth 1 mile
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Where/When: Lemont Public Library, Saturday, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Why Go: Learn techniques for creating beautiful cakes from professional cake designer Donna Eisner. Get a chance to practice what you learn!
Pricing: Free; register in advance
Where/When: Hilton Hotel Lisle/Naperville, Friday, 6:30 p.m.
Why Go: Support West Suburban’s vision of a community without hunger and get a fun night out in return. Perks include dinner, dancing, live music, raffles, auctions and an appearance by ABC 7’s Phil Schwarz.
Pricing: $60 per ticket; Call 630-512-9921 for info and tickets
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Where/When: , Friday, 10:45 a.m. and continuing at at 1:15 p.m.
Why Go: The Darien community gathers to plant trees and release butterflies for Arbor Day and to remember community members.
Pricing: Free
5) Arbor Day Festivities at Morton Arboretum
Where/When: Morton Arboretum, Thursday - Sunday
Why Go: Surely Mother Nature won’t rain on her own parade! (Fingers crossed.) But what a great time to get out with the family and meet Curious George, plant trees, check out some wicked bugs and go on a scavenger hunt. There’s even a Family Work Day on Saturday (register for this in advance.)
Pricing: Events prices vary for members/non-members. See website for individual pricing.
