Saturday, April 23 1-4pm
Rain date: Sunday, April 24
Meadowbrook Park
Discover how you can make a positive impact on planet Earth as you enjoy a springtime stroll through Meadowbrook Park. Activities and exhibitors will be spread throughout the park:- Learn about bike repair and maintenance with Circle Cycle
– Create nature art with Ascend Art 360
– Fly a kite (the first 80 youth to participate can take one home for free!)
– Plant milkweed for monarchs with Sierra Club Illinois’ Prairie Group
– Garden with Solidarity Gardens CU
– Explore wetlands with the INHS Wetland Science group
– Learn about energy options with Faith in Place
– Search for insects with the Champaign County Forest Preserve District
… and more!Enjoy live music from Emily McKown (1-2:30pm), Backyard BBQ Band (2:30-4pm), and others. Guided hikes will depart from the PrairiePlay area near the Windsor Rd. entrance at 1pm, 2pm & 3pm. Piato’s food truck will be at the Windsor Rd. lot. Parking is available at Stone Creek Church (corner of Race St. and Windsor Ave.), but folks are encouraged to walk, bike, or bus!
Visit www.urbanaparks.org for an upcoming event map and more information. Call 217-284-4062 with questions or visit the Facebook event through the link below.
