Free ‘Autumn at the Arboretum’ celebration Oct. 3

A young visitor at last year's Autumn at the Arboretum celebration. Photo provided

From press release

Klehm Arobretum, 2715 S. Main St., Rockford, celebrates “Autumn at the Arboretum” from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 3. Admission is free.

Autumn is one of the best times to enjoy the arboretum. In addition to the trees’ beautiful colors, visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides, Jan’s Clan Puppet Show, Zack the Magician, Billy the Balloon Guy, the Northern Illinois Raptor Rehab show, and the new Crafty Scavenger Hunt. Food is available for purchase.

Autumn at the Arboretum is one of the free weekends at Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden. The entire 155-acre property is used for family-friendly activities and enjoyment.

From the Sept. 29-Oct. 5, 2010 issue