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MLK Day Nature

MLK Service Day at Caldwell Woods Wellness Center

January 17 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Location

Caldwell Woods Wellness Center

6350 West Devon Avenue

Chicago, IL 60646

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Description

Families can honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day by giving back during this community litter cleanup. Volunteers will work together outdoors to help care for the forest preserve. This is a drop in service event that welcomes kids with adult supervision.

Event cost: Free

Event times: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Jan. 17

Additional Information

Website: https://fpdcc.com/event/mlk-service-day/

Age recommendation: Late Elementary (4-5), Parents only, Teens, Tweens

Neighborhood: Chicago

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