Event Series Observatory Events

Observatory Events

Weiskopf Observatory 7993 N RIVER RD, Byron, IL, United States

Keep your eyes to the sky this summer to check out these celestial events! Delta Aquarids Meteor Shower - Peaks on the night of the 28th and morning of the the 29th, and the new moon means ideal viewing conditions. Keep your eyes on the constellation Aquarius for this meteor shower!  Perseids Meteor Shower - […]

Free

Beekeeping Workshop

Henkel Turf Center Parking lot 7993 N RIVER RD, BYRON, IL, United States

Topics include: Checking for mites. Overall colony health. Queenless bee colonies. No registration required. Weather permitting, this will be an outdoor workshop at the hives.  Bring your bee suits.  Meet at the Henkel Turf Care Center parking lot. If weather is not permitting, meet at the Jarrett Prairie Center.  

$2.00
Event Series Observatory Events

Observatory Events

Weiskopf Observatory 7993 N RIVER RD, Byron, IL, United States

Keep your eyes to the sky this summer to check out these celestial events! Delta Aquarids Meteor Shower - Peaks on the night of the 28th and morning of the the 29th, and the new moon means ideal viewing conditions. Keep your eyes on the constellation Aquarius for this meteor shower!  Perseids Meteor Shower - […]

Free

BFPD Board Meeting

Jarrett Prairie Center 7993 N. River Rd., Byron, IL, United States

The Byron Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners' regular monthly meeting is open to the public.

Free Summer Concert ( Kayla Seeber )

PrairieView Golf Club 6734 German Church Road, Byron, IL, United States

Kayla Seeber Twenty-year old Kayla Seeber, from Poplar Grove, combines her wide range of musical influences to create her unique sound. She started out making Youtube videos and has gone on to appear on Season 16 of NBC’s “The Voice.”

Free

Summer Night Hike

Jarrett Prairie Preserve 7993 N River Rd, Byron, IL, United States

Join staff on a night hike and exploration of the Jarrett Prairie. Learn about nocturnal wildlife, how night vision works, and using your senses in the dark. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes! Flashlights are optional to bring, but portions of the hike will be over uneven terrain in the dark. Meet at […]

Free

Free Summer Concert ( Mary J. Harris Swing Band )

PrairieView Golf Club 6734 German Church Road, Byron, IL, United States

Mary J. Harris Swing Band Mary's musical tastes are served by her Swing band and her latest project, a Gypsy Swing band.  Mary can be heard at numerous area events, large and small, public and private.  Her work also has taken her to Jazz festivals and summer concert series across the Midwest. Her varied and […]

Free

Beekeeping Workshop

Henkel Turf Center Parking lot 7993 N RIVER RD, BYRON, IL, United States

Topics include: Mite treatments. Getting bees ready for over-wintering. No registration required. Weather permitting, this will be an outdoor workshop at the hives.  Bring your bee suits.  Meet at the Henkel Turf Care Center parking lot. If weather is not permitting, meet at the Jarrett Prairie Center.

$2.00

Barn Quilt Painting

Jarrett Prairie Center 7993 N. River Rd., Byron, IL, United States

Come learn about the history of barn quilts while creating your own! All supplies will be provided and with two complementary drink tickets. There will also be a cash bar for beer & wine. Ages : 21 years and older Fee :  $20 per person Call 815-234-8535 to register for this program.  

$20