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Mark your calendar. There’s always something amazing happening at Klehm – especially this fall!
Eerie Autumn Lights
October 3rd – October 31st (Select Dates)
Eerie Autumn Lights is a new family-friendly October evening event that transforms Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden into an enchantingly immersive Halloween experience!
Frightful Feathers with Hoo Haven
Included with Eerie Autumn Lights tickets for 5PM Wednesday, October 9th, 2024
Get ready to see some spooky birds! Hoo Haven will host a one-hour program describing their amazing non-profit organization and wildlife rehabilitation sanctuary.
Yugen Tranquility Walk
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
The Japanese word, Yugen, describes hidden, mysterious, yet overwhelming
beauty that may go unperceived, but when experienced, brings profound awareness and joy to one’s heart and soul. On this evening’s slow stroll through the forest, explore the notion of Yugen, and practice bringing it into your life.
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What Can I Experience at Klehm?
As one of Rockford, Illinois’ top outdoor family-friendly destinations, there’s something for everyone. Our 155 acres of woodlands and botanical gardens feature a children’s garden, 1.4 miles of paved paths, 3 miles of wooded trails and much more!
Nancy Olson
Children’s Garden
Explore Kid’s Creek for interactive stream play and frolic through our splash pad! Enjoy different kid-friendly gardens, an observation tower and oversize play structures that invite children to experience nature in a playful setting.
Garden
Pavillion
This spacious outdoor tented venue and landscaped patio is perfect for hosting wedding receptions as well as corporate and social functions.
The Japanese word, Yugen, describes hidden, mysterious, yet overwhelming beauty that may go unperceived, but when experienced, brings profound awareness and joy to one’s heart and soul. Yugen moments are waiting to happen, everywhere, all the time. On this evening’s slow, stroll through the forest, we will explore the notion of Yugen, and practice bringing it into our lives. Join us for this unique Tranquility Walk on October 22, from 5:30 - 7:30PM!
For more info and to register, go to: klehm.org/yugen-tranquility-walk/
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Don't forget we will have some spooky bird visitors THIS WEDNESDAY evening!
Hoo Haven Events will be holding a one-hour program describing their amazing non-profit organization and wildlife rehabilitation sanctuary. They will also be bringing along their Turkey Vulture and a large Owl for live animal interactions. The program will take place on the Clarcor Pavilion Lawn, a large, central open area that is part of the Eerie Autumn Lights experience.
This program is included with Eerie Autumn Lights tickets for the 5PM time slot on Wednesday, October 9th – be sure to choose this time slot in order to attend the program! Adults/$12 and Youth/$6 (12 and under).
Purchase tickets online only at: klehm.org/frightful-feathers-with-hoo-haven/
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Looking forward to it! 🦉
Caitlyn Grossman
Two nights into Eerie Autumn Lights 🦇, and everyone is having a spooktacular time 👻 at Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden! Tickets are online-only, get yours today at klehm.org and plan the perfect family night, date night, or group outing! 🎃 ... See MoreSee Less
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Do members need to purchase tickets or is this included with our family membership?
So Beautiful family pictures
Looks like a lot of fun ❤️
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Get ready to see some spooky birds!
Hoo Haven will be holding a one-hour program describing their amazing non-profit organization and wildlife rehabilitation sanctuary. They will also be bringing along their Turkey Vulture and a large Owl for live animal interactions. The program will take place on the Clarcor Pavilion Lawn, a large, central open area that is part of the Eerie Autumn Lights experience.
This program is included with Eerie Autumn Lights tickets for the 5PM time slot on Wednesday, October 9th – be sure to choose this time slot in order to attend the program! Adults/$12 and Youth/$6 (12 and under).
Purchase tickets online only at: klehm.org/frightful-feathers-with-hoo-haven/
#eerie #autumn #lights #spooky #birds #klehmarboretum #gorockford #EnjoyIllinois ... See MoreSee Less
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