Students at MacArthur Elementary School in Hoffman Estates planted tomatoes, marigolds, peppers, watermelon and other plants recently, creating a garden for future classroom learning. As … Read more ›
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Schaumburg Farmers Market open soon
Schaumburg’s weekly Farmers Market will open June 8 and run through October. The market will be open every Friday during those months from 7 a.m. … Read more › 1 comment
From the community
Schaumburg Community Garden Club’s Bargain Bulb and Native Plant Sale
The Schaumburg Community Garden Club’s Bargain Bulb and Plant Sale will be held at a new location this year! Spring Valley Nature Center, 1111 E. … Read more ›
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View unique heirloom peonies at Spring Valley
Unique heirloom peonies are blooming at Spring Valley. Schaumburg Park District will offer an opportunity to view a stunning display of heirloom peonies at Peonies … Read more ›
Elk herd, longtime area residents
The northwest corner of Higgins and Arlington Heights may look like an empty, fenced-in field most of the time, but, yes, there are elk in … Read more ›
Saturday night is prime time for Lyrids meteoroid watching
Saturday night promises to be cold, a little damp and dark — a great night to be outdoors, if you’re a stargazer. The hours from … Read more ›
The lowly dandelion: It’s got some good points
Dandelions are cropping up in lawns all over suburbia and the city–and that’s got homeowners screaming as it usually does this time of year. Some … Read more ›
From the community
Native plants now available for pre-order from Spring Valley and Schaumburg Community Garden Club
Go green at home with native plants. Schaumburg Park District and Schaumburg Community Garden Club are accepting pre-orders until April 23 for the annual sale … Read more ›
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Spring Valley's nature fair and native plant sale set for May 6
Transform your yard into a natural oasis. Learn gardening tips and how to turn your backyard into an eco-friendly haven for birds, butterflies and wildlife … Read more ›
From the community
Environmental Fair Coming to Library
Speakers, booths and all things “green” will fill the lobby of the Schaumburg Township District library during the free Environmental Fair, slated from 1-3:30 p.m., … Read more ›
