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Chicago’s Christmas tree recycling program begins Jan. 7 and runs from Jan. 22 at 26 parks across the city, including Garfield Park, 100 N. Central Park Ave. Trees can be dropped off anytime during normal park hours, which are n
Only live/natural trees without flocking are accepted; garlands and wreaths will not be accepted. Because the trees are turned into mulch, all tinsel, ornaments, lights and stands must be removed.
Two Austin-based art organizations offer paid opportunities to residents who pick up trash and help transform it into functional art pieces. Stop by an event Saturday to learn how to make functional plastic objects.
The Austin Garden Collective needs your help. Join local residents and other gardeners at the 624 N. Lorel Community Garden from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Aug. 27. Refreshments will be served.
Chicago residents can request a free tree by calling 311 or going online. Trees can be planted on city-owned parkway in front of a homeowner’s property or in the front yard facing the street.
Local officials want input from Austin residents on how stormwater can be better managed to prevent flooding. West Siders are asked to complete a survey created by the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago before the end of November.
The Austin Garden Collective will be hosting community volunteer days at various gardens throughout Austin this summer. There will be some changes – like social distancing and mask wearing – due to the coronavirus.
State Rep. La Shawn Ford and the Illinois Environmental Council have organized a town hall Monday night in Austin. The event – which will feature a panel of experts who will share information and answer questions – begins at 6 p.m. and will be held 5437 W. Division Ave.
Residents will be able to drop off live holiday trees through Jan. 18th inside tree corrals set up at 25 designated Chicago Park District sites, including Garfield Park, 100 N. Central Park Ave., and Riis Park, 6201 W. Wrightwood Ave.
Stop by most Saturdays this summer at gardens to pitch in. The next events will be held June 8 at the Veterans Peace Garden, 5413 W. Madison St., and PCC Austin Farm, 330 N. Lotus Ave. Refreshments will be served.
The city’s annual holiday tree recycling program will run from Saturday, Jan. 5 through Saturday, Jan. 19. Garfield Park and Riis are two of the 25 parks participating.