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MLK Day of Service

Mon, January 20, 2025 • 9:00 am

Free

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MLK Jr. Day of Service »

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Stop by the nature center to participate in a self-led litter pick-up. Garbage bags and disposable gloves available.

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Date:: Mon, January 20, 2025
Time:: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cost:: Free
Event Categories:: History & Culture, South Cook County, Volunteer
Event Tags:: MLK Day of Service

Venue

Sand Ridge Nature Center; 15891 Paxton Ave

South Holland, IL 60473 (view web map)
Phone: 708-868-0606

Organizer

: Sand Ridge Campus
Phone: 708-868-0606
Email: sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov

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« Conservation@Home: Winter Seed Sowing
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Nearly all Forest Preserves events are free; some require registration and/or a low fee. Residents may qualify for free admission opportunities at our partners: Brookfield Zoo Chicago and the Chicago Botanic Garden.

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