Community Events

Hosted by the Natural Resources Committee, this annual cleanup involves both the shoreline and on the river efforts. Friends of the Fox River encourages you to participate in this event.  

Caroline Vuyadinov, Executive Director of the Midwest Green Burial Society and writer of the weekly blog, Beyond the Pall. Caroline worked in both the conventional and alternative death care industry for the last seven years. She has appeared on WGN TV and The Survivalist Podcast speaking on the importance of ecological and self-empowered burial choices. Recently ... Read more

CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER PREDICTION This will be a caravan with hosts Dave Guritz and Dan Lobbes. This acquisition was made possible by a partnership between The Conservation Foundation and the Kendall County Forest Preserve District, with funding from several sources. The Little Rock Creek acquisition is located near the Little Rock Creek confluence ... Read more

Meet at Gail Borden Library - north end of parking lot. Look for the Friends of the Fox River banner. Dress for the weather. We'll have gloves - bags - grabbers. REGISTER HERE

Join Friends of the Fox River as we learn about the latest in sustainable living, get ideas for energy saving, shop for green gifts, and take in fun, educational exhibits. Stop by our table and say hello to president Gary Swick and board members Art Malm and Cheryl Crates.