Earth Day is right around the corner (April 22nd, mark your calendars!), and if you’re looking to get your hands dirty (literally!) and show some love to our planet, you’re in luck. Elgin and its surrounding areas are buzzing with events and activities to celebrate Mother Earth. Forget just scrolling through nature pics on Instagram, let’s get out there!
Here’s a rundown of what’s happening in and around Elgin to get you in the Earth Day spirit:
Bartlett
Earth Day Workday at the Bartlett Nature Center
- Tuesday, April 22: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Tuesday, April 22: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Elgin
Earth Month Celebration at Hawthorne Hill Nature Center
- Saturday, April 4: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
South Elgin
Village of South Elgin Clean Up at SEBA Park
- Saturday, April 18: 9:00 am – 11:00 am
West Dundee
Party for the Planet at Randall Oaks Zoo
- Saturday, April 25: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Exploring the Elgin Area in your electric vehicle? Fantastic! You will find plenty of convenient charging stations throughout the area. We’ve made it easy to power up and enjoy a smooth, eco-friendly adventure through Northern Kane County: Maps & Brochures – Explore Elgin Area. (Scroll down.)
