Athens & Petersburg libraries
In celebration of Earth Month in Menard County both Athens Municipal Library and Petersburg Public Library have curated displays of adult and children's books celebrating Earth Day throughout the month!
Menard County Garden Club Annual Plant Sale Fundraiser
Seaney FarmsPlant something green for the environment while earning some green for the garden club! Purchase your coupons now through June. The Menard County Garden Club's annual plant sale / fundraiser has started! In collaboration with Seaney Farms, coupons purchased can be used at both Seaney's locations and a portion of the proceeds goes to the Garden Club. You can purchase coupons from club president, Patricia Heetel, by calling 708-408-8271, or from any Garden Club member. Coupons never expire and can be used at both Seaney greenhouse locations. Seaney in Tallula opens April 11. Coupons can be used for plants or produce in the spring through fall.
Ways to Discovery Chautauqua Series – Shining a Light on Menard County Trails & Ben Bedford Music
Celebrating National Trails Day Speakers: Dr. Michael Wiant and Terri Treacy will shine a light on the hiking, biking, paddling, and driving trails in Menard County that enrich our understanding of our cultural history. Music: Ben Bedford. Based in Springfield, Ben Bedford’s influence is wide-reaching and has taken him around the world. His songwriting has earned him such accolades as the Kerrville Folk Festival’s New Folk Award and a spot on the list of “50 most significant Folk singer-songwriters of the past 50 years” by Rich Warren of WFMT-Chicago.