Arbor Day is a holiday, usually in the spring, to encourage individuals and groups to plant trees. Arbor Day began in 1873 in Nebraska, and by the 1920’s it was a national observance celebrated on the last Friday in April. In Lake County a few celebrations are happening this weekend, read on to learn more.
Arbor Day Celebrations in Lake County
Lake Zurich Arbor Day
April 27, 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Paulus Park, Lake Zurich
Individuals, families and community groups are invited to meet at Paulus Park for breakfast and a tree planting ceremony. After that volunteers will depart for assigned parks and work together to clean them up.
Highland Park Arbor Day Celebration
April 27, 8:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Jens Jensen Park, Highland Park
The Highland Park Arbor day event includes a Touch-a-Truck, raptor talk with live birds from Northern Illinois Raptor Rehab, plant-a-seed stations, crafts, tree and shrub giveaway and more.
Can’t make the celebration? Plant a Native Tree or shrub! You can find Native Plant Sales in Lake County happening all spring. Some Farmers Markets will also have plant for sale at the early spring markets.
Dr. Seuss, The Lorax
I speak for the trees. I speak for the trees for the trees have no tongues.
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