September 20, 2024, Press Release from the Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District:  The Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District has released information on some upcoming programs and events for the first half of October!

The Autumnal Equinox occurs when the sun appears to cross over the equator and occurs near the end of September. The equinox occurred at 9:30 Tuesday morning which marks the beginning of cooler temperatures, shorter days, and a sign that winter is around the corner. The most visible sign of fall is the changing of colors of leaves. Shorter days and cooler temperatures also cause leaves to lose chlorophyll and change colors before eventually falling off. We spoke to a naturalist at the Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District about the opportunities fall presents.