5 Earth Day Events To Take Care Of The Planet In Highland Park

HIGHLAND PARK, IL — The upcoming weeks offer several events and observances in Highland Park to celebrate — and take care of — the great outdoors.

Earth Day, a global observance for environmental protection, is on Wednesday, April 22. Arbor Day on Friday, April 24, is a great opportunity to plant trees. Look around: Spring cleanup is in full swing, and trails and parks are full of people.

We’ve rounded up events near Highland Park to celebrate the environment.

• Trashy Tapestries, Chicago - April 18 - Hand-weave rubbish ribbons made from reclaimed textiles and learn about sustainable art.
• Earth-a-Palooza, Morton Grove - April 26 - Enjoy guided walks, touch-a-truck, tree climbs, crafts and a visit from Brookfield Zoo Chicago during this eco-friendly family fun fest.
• Earth Day Celebration, Highland Park - April 26 - Help a little and learn a little this Earth Day with Heller Nature Center. Activities include crafting a cloth bag, spreading wild seeds, learning to compost and practicing mindfulness in nature.
• Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup, Mundelein - April 18 - Adopt a Highway Cleanup on Winchester Road from Midlothian Road to IL83.
• Earth Day Cleanup, Waukegan - April 25 - Join us for the Earth Day Clean Up at Waukegan Harbor & Marina on Saturday, April 25th starting at 8 a.m.

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