Prairie Garden Sep 17, 5:30pm Thu. Learn which prairie plants will make great additions to your garden. Hosted by University of Illinois Sangamon-Menard Extension. Free. 782-4617. University of Illinois Extension Sangamon-Menard Unit, 2501 N. Eighth St., Illinois State Fairgrounds, Bldg #30, Springfi eld.
Bird Feeder Wash Sep 19, 10am-1pm Sat. Springfi eld Audubon Society members make your feeders clean and healthy for birds and more attractive for bird watchers. $5 per feeder. 544- 2473. Wild Birds Unlimited, 1930 S. MacArthur Blvd., 789- 6468.
Fall Bird Hikes Sep 19, 26, Oct 3, 10, 17 8am Sat. Spot migrating birds during hikes led by Kevin Veara. Free to birders of all skill level. lincolnmemorialgarden.org. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr., 529-1111.
Enos Park Home Tour Sep 19, 1-5pm Sat. Selfguided tour of historic homes in Springfi eld’s oldest neighborhood. Wine and cheese reception held 4-7pm at the Enos Park Sculpture Garden. $10. epnia.com. Edwards Place, Springfi eld Art Association 700 N. Fourth St., 523-2631.
Fall Bird Fair Sep 20, 9am-4pm Sun. Birds, bird toys, cages, food, husbandry table, meet and greet table, more. Hosted by Illini Bird Fanciers Inc. $3 adults, kids free with paid adult. illinibirdfanciers.com. Illinois Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 Sangamon Ave., 782-6661.
Invasive Plant Control Workshop Sep 23, 6:30-8:30pm Wed. Learn the basics of invasive plant species management from species identifi cation to proper application methods, safe and effective herbicide use and more. Free. lincolnmemorialgarden.org. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr., 529-1111.
Illinois Herb Association Annual HerbFest Sep 26, 8:30am Sat. Speakers and vendors. Membership available. $40-45. Preregistration, specialtygrowers. org/illinois-herb-association.html. 309-557-2107. Allerton Park, 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, 333-3287.
Custom Tool Fabrication Workshop Sep 27, 1-4pm Sun. Farmers and gardeners learn how to make their own tools such as hand weeders and other farming, gardening implements. Workshop led by former bike mechanic Clay Yapp and hosted by The Land Connection. $45. thelandconnection.org/tlcstore/customtool. 840-2128. Sola Gratia Farm, 2200 South Philo Road., Urbana, 367-1189.
Fall Festival Oct 3, 8am-5pm Sat. Education about plants, childrens’ entertainment, petting zoo, more. Free. GreenView Nursery, 3000 W. Jefferson, 787-4700.
Capital Area Woodworkers Club Meeting Oct 5, 6:30pm Mon. Scheduled program: The Making of a Windsor Chair at the Windsor Institute by Michael Mitchell. Dinner/social hour at 5:30pm. Visitors welcome. Free. cawspi. org. 553-0097. MCL Cafeteria, 2151 Wabash Ave., 787-8706.
Preparing Roses for the Winter Oct 15, 5:30pm Thu. 30-minute presentation followed by Q&A session. Hosted by University of Illinois Sangamon-Menard Extension. Free. 782-4617. University of Illinois Extension Sangamon-Menard Unit, 2501 N. Eighth St., Illinois State Fairgrounds, Bldg #30.
CWLP Smart Solutions Workshop Oct 21, 5:30pm Wed. Free. To preregister, contact the CWLP Energy Services Offi ce at 789- 2070. Carnegie Room North, Lincoln Library, 326 S. Seventh St., 753-4900.
Home Decor Seminar Nov 12, 6:30-7:30pm Thu. From trees and mantels to table and shelving, learn about the latest decor trends. Tips, treats, register to win great prizes. Presented by SCHEELS Home Decor & Gift Lodge Experts. Free. Preregister, scheels.com/events. Scheels, 3801 S. MacArthur Blvd., 726- 6330.
