Northwest suburban pets and nature
Events that involve pets, animals and plants, such as pet washes, adoption days, nature walks, microchipping, nature photography exhibits, nature tours, bird walks, calls for volunteers for nature-related work days, etc. Deadline is two weeks before event date.
May 23
Prairie Woods Audubon field trip: 11 a.m. Saturday, May 23, Volo Bog State Natural Area, Ingleside. Guided tour with nature expert. Advance registration required, call Pat, (847) 934-0407 or pprich39@aol.com.
May 24
Doggie scavenger hunt: May 24, Kriser's in the Arboretum of South Barrington. Scavenger hunt will take people and their dogs throughout the dog friendly stores in the mall. Includes adoption event, more. Coincides with the Arboretum's block party. (847) 844-1921
June 2
Chicagoland Shih Tzu Club: 8 p.m. Monday, June 2, Arlington Heights Public Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave., Arlington Heights.
Four Seasons Garden Club: 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 2 at a member's home. Meeting and brunch. Installation of officers, bring a dish to pass. Alana, (847) 438-3981.
June 4
Hoffman Estates Garden Club: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 4, Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Master Gardener Luci Barnas presents, "Soils and When To Plant." All welcome.
June 5
Four Paws garage sale: Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6. Four Paws Animal Foundation is accepting donations of general household items, children's toy, books, pet items, etc., in good condition, to be sold at its annual garage/bake sale fundraiser to benefit rescue/adoption efforts. Call (630) 289-0478 for drop off locations and information.
Northwest Suburban Astronomers: 7:30 p.m. Friday June 5, Willow Recreation Center, 3600 Lexington Drive, Hoffman Estates. Public is welcome to attend. nsaclub.org.
June 6
Barkaritaville: 1-5 p.m. Saturday, June 6, Bark Avenue Daycamp,1540 Hecht Road, Bartlett. Fundraiser for the West Suburban Humane Society, allows pet owners, prospective pet adopters and all-around pet lovers to enjoy a day of food, fun and DJ entertainment all while raising funds for the shelter and care of unwanted and homeless dogs and cats in the counties of DuPage, Will, Cook, Kane, Kendall, Lake and McHenry. $25 per person; $10 per dog; $15 for kids under 12; kids 2 years and younger are free.
Salt Creek cleanup: 9 a.m.-noon Saturday June 6, Elk Grove Village. Meet at Elk Grove High School along the creek at 9 a.m., to help clean up in and along Salt Creek. Volunteers will be provided garbage bags, gloves and pick up stix to use. Dress for the weather and possible muddy conditions. Waders and or canoes especially welcomed. Contact Nick, (847) 828-1141 or creekguy@comcast.net.
Schaumburg Community Garden Club bulb and plant sale: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, June 6, Schaumburg Community Recreation Center, 505 N. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg. Bulbs, plant divisions, surplus seedlings, native plants, door prizes, expert gardeners on hand. (847) 706-6767 or schaumburggardenclub.com.
June 18
Prairie Woods Audubon: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 18, Spring Valley nature Center, Schaumburg. Lonnie Morris, Chair for the Illinois Chapter of the Sierra Club, presents, "Cook Cities." Free. prairiewoodsaudubon.org.
June 20
Picnic at the Prairie: Noon-3 p.m. June 20, picnic shelter at Margreth Riemer Reservoir, Quentin and Palatine roads, Palatine. Prairie Woods Audubon Society is hosting their annual Picnic On The Prairie event to thank volunteers and the community for its support, dedication and hard work on the prairie and for the environment. Free hot dogs, chips, and lemonade; kids' prizes; free tours; tips on native plants.
Bike Path Kickoff: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, June 20 at Crabtree Nature Center, on Palatine Road, one mile west of Barrington Road, Barrington. Pedal by ponds and through woods as you try out the new 10-mile bike path. Whole Foods has a fueling station; REI has a Bike Safety Rodeo for kids a basic bike safety check for adults. (847) 381-6592.
June 24
Farmers market: Our Lady of the Brook Catholic Community will be the site of a weekly farmers market in Northbrook this summer. The market will kick off on Wednesday, June 24, and will be held every Wednesday through Oct. 14 from 7 a.m. until 1 p.m. The market will feature dozens of vendors, selling the freshest produce, flowers, organic foods, artisan cheeses, baked goods and much more. There is plenty of free parking, and samples will be available. Our Lady of the Brook is located at 3700 Dundee in Northbrook, and can be contacted at (847) 272-5686 or at www.olbparish.org.
June 28
Park Ridge Garden Club Garden Walk: 2-6 p.m. Sunday, June 28, 408 S. Lincoln, Park Ridge. Featuring six gardens plus a raffle and light refreshments. $15. (847) 208-7269.
July 10
Northwest Suburban Astronomers: 7:30 p.m. Friday July 10, Willow Recreation Center, 3600 Lexington Drive Hoffman Estates. Public is invited to attend. nsaclub.org.
July 19
Arlington Heights Garden Club Garden Walk and Unique Boutique: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, July 19. View six residential gardens of varying styles. $10, benefits scholarships and conservation programs. Free admission to the Unique Boutique, which features distinctive garden ornaments, crafts and perennials at the Arlington Heights Historical Museum, 110 W Fremont, Arlington Heights. Kathy, (847) 259-5273 or kshend@aol.com.
Aug. 3
Chicagoland Shih Tzu Club: 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 3, Arlington Heights Public Library, 500 N. Dunton Ave., Arlington Heights.
Aug. 7
Northwest Suburban Astronomers: 7:30 p.m. Friday Aug. 7, Willow Recreation Center, 3600 Lexington Drive Hoffman Estates. Public is invited to attend. nsaclub.org.