SCA & Timberland Transform the Blue Island Corridor in Chicago's Ward 25

The Student Conservation Association (SCA) and Timberland have teamed up to transform Chicago's Ward 25 on September, 27th 2018.

Located in the heart of the Windy City, Blue Island Corridor is an ideal gathering spot for the local community. This area provides vital green space for the nearby senior resident center, schools, homes, and police and fire departments. The center of Blue Island Corridor reveals an abandoned lot with great potential to serve as a grassy reprieve. SCA and Timberland have teamed up to lead the fight for urban greening by transforming this vacant lot into a pocket park and revamping the surrounding green spaces for the community to enjoy for years to come.

WHEN: Thursday, September 27th, 8:30am to 3:00pm. Registration beginning at 8:30am with welcome remarks at 9:00am.

WHERE: Blue Island Corridor, S Blue Island Ave & S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60608. Public transit and carpooling are encouraged. Take public transit to one of the following bus stops along S Racine Ave or Blue Island Ave within a 5-minute walk of Blue Island: #6341, #6371, #6342, #6373, #6339. Street parking is available on a first come first serve basis.

WHAT: Volunteers will transform Blue Island Corridor into a pocket park and revamp the surrounding green spaces including restoring two community gardens.

BRING WITH YOU: Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes and bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated. The event will take place rain or shine so please dress for the weather!

PROVIDED: All project supplies (tools, gloves, etc.), breakfast, and lunch are provided.

QUESTIONS: Contact events@thesca.org or 1-888-SCA-EVENTS.

Special thanks to our sponsors Danny Solis, Alderman and Site.