Fox River Grove Lifestyle
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A new spin on ‘rails to trails’: Community effort brings century-old CA&E rail car to Illinois Prairie PathApr 22, 2026 10:39 am - Riders and hikers on the Illinois Prairie Path will soon get a glimpse of railroad history when a historic train car will be transported to a new 60-foot track at Villa Park’s Ardmore Station, itself vintage 1908.
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Crafts and critters offer Earth Day fun at Crabtree Nature CenterApr 18, 2026 3:09 pm - Fun outdoor and indoor activities were part of the Earth Day and Nature Play event Saturday at Crabtree Nature Center in Barrington.
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Earth Day and Arbor Day events: Tree plantings, cleanups, nature walks and moreApr 15, 2026 11:19 am - Upcoming Earth Day and Arbor Day events in the suburbs feature tree plantings, nature walks, cleanups, recycling and more.
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Indoor, early farmers markets blooming in the suburbs through April, MayApr 08, 2026 11:45 am - Access to the best local, seasonal produce can be found almost year-round in the suburbs thanks to great indoor and winter markets.
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Discover new skills with MCC’s community enrichment classesApr 06, 2026 12:59 pm - McHenry County College invites the community to explore a new lineup of personal development programs for spring 2026.
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From roots to rainforest: How different trees use water to thriveMar 30, 2026 10:31 am - If you plant a sapling for Arbor Day, this year on April 24, or Labor Day, for that matter, you can’t just expect it to grow. It needs to be watered. Actually, it needs a good soaking.
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Meet the ducks that nest in treesMar 18, 2026 2:16 pm - Early spring is a good time to see local tree ducks, both of which have nested at Stillman Nature Center in Barrington -- the wood duck and hooded merganser.
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Catholics are invited to confession during Be Reconciled Day March 25Mar 10, 2026 10:25 pm - The Diocese of Rockford is again setting aside a day specifically for confession so Catholics can prepare their souls for the hope and joy of Easter. This year, “Be Reconciled Day” will be held on Wednesday, March 25.
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How volunteers, drones found a dog that was missing for 18 daysMar 10, 2026 11:33 am - A goldendoodle named Mia was lost for 18 days in the 3,400-plus-acre Glacial Park Conservation Area in Ringwood. It took dedication from her owners and volunteers – and plenty of hope – to get the dog back home safe.
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Get ready to lace up: A guide to outdoor ice skating rinksJan 28, 2026 3:48 pm - Embrace the winter chill and head outside for free skates or hockey at local ice rinks across the suburbs.
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