The St. Charles Tree Commission invites you to join in the celebration of Arbor Day at 4 p.m. Friday, April 29, in Lincoln Park on Main Street, west of Route 31. This annual event features something for everyone — music, art, a tree raffle, tree care demonstrations, free perennial giveaways, educational materials for homeowners and a special program written and presented by the fourth-graders from Munhall Elementary School.

Tribute to Trees Art Installation

All are invited to participate in the city’s Tribute to Trees as part of the celebration. Using the medium of your choice — photography, sculpture, watercolor, music, dance, computer or pencil and paper — create an expression of your appreciation of trees. Your work will be displayed at the St. Charles Municipal Building, 2 E. Main Street, from April 15 through April 28. Works also will be on display at the Arbor Day celebration, where participants will receive special recognition. All ages are welcome to join in.

Submit your artwork by April 11, 2016 and be sure to include your name, address, and phone number. How to submit:

• Email to pw@stcharlesil.gov. Subject Line: Arbor Day 2016 Tribute to Trees
• Mail to City of St. Charles, Attn: Public Works, Arbor Day 2016 Tribute to Trees, 2 E. Main St., St. Charles, IL 60174
• Drop Off  at the Municipal Building, 2 E. Main St., St. Charles

For more information, contact Public Works at 630.377.4405 or pw@stcharlesil.gov.

About the City of St. Charles

Friendly neighborhoods, diverse retailers, international employers, innovative schools, beautiful parks, varied cultural amenities, and unique architecture have earned St. Charles its reputation as the Pride of the Fox. Located in both DuPage and Kane counties, the City of St. Charles is 35 miles west of downtown Chicago, and has a population of approximately 33,000. Over 1,800 businesses, consisting of a balanced mix of retailers, restaurants and manufacturing facilities, employ more than 18,000 people. The City of St. Charles was named the #1 City for Families by Family Circle® magazine in 2011; one of the “150 Great Places in Illinois,” by the AIA Illinois; and one of the “Top 10 Towns To Live In” by West Suburban Living magazine. For more information, visit www.stcharlesil.gov