Celebrate Garden Day!
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April 14 is Garden Day, and there are so many gardens to either be a part of or explore throughout Illinois. Garden Day can be celebrated by planting the state flower, the common blue violet, starting your own garden at home, or visiting your local gardens.
In celebration, here are some places to visit across the state:
Check out these free Illinois museums this month
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Are you looking for something fun and free to do this month?
Museums across the state are offering free admission to Illinois residents.
As long as you show proof of residency, you get free admission!
Witnessing nature’s grand spectacle: Total solar eclipse on April 8
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On April 8, people in Illinois will have the opportunity to witness one of nature’s most awe-inspiring phenomena – a total solar eclipse. This rare event occurs when the moon passes between the earth and the sun, which casts a shadow that completely blocks out the sun’s light, turning day into an eerie twilight.
Illinois, known for diverse landscapes and star-studded skies, will serve as an ideal viewing location for this celestial spectacle. The path of totality – the area where the sun is completely obscured by the moon – will include the southern tip of Illinois as well as other states.
Celebrate National Walking Day in Illinois
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April 3 is National Walking Day! Physical activity is one of the best ways to live a healthier lifestyle and manage daily stressors one step at a time. Most of our days consist of sitting at work or school for eight hours, which can have negative consequences on our physical and mental health over time.
National Walking Day was established in 2007 by the American Heart Association and is celebrated annually on the first Wednesday in April to encourage people to add more movement in their daily routines. All communities are invited to take a walk on this day – whether it be to work or at a local park – to experience the impact of this lifesaving activity. See below for how you can participate in Illinois.
Plainfield Park District Free Track Day: Plainfield
In honor of National Walking Day, the Prairie Fit Fitness Center is offering free use of their indoor walking track all day on April 3. Additionally, members have an opportunity to get one month of free track use when they purchase a track membership on this day.
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