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Signs Of An Approaching Autumn

Scenes from around town in West Chicago that show glimpses of fall approaching. Due to the rain and warmer weather, we’ve had lately, experts are predicting the peak colors of fall will come a little later than expected and should be seen mid-October. We’ve captured some scenes from foliage beginning to ease into Autumn splendor…

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WeGrow Dreams Fall Festival Kicks Off Tomorrow

The WeGrow Dreams greenhouse- located at 1055 W. Washington in West Chicago is looking so very festive for their Fall Festival of Color kickoff tomorrow , September 23, from 9-4!  They’ll have many mums blooming beautifully, with more that will get colorful in the weeks ahead and maintain their color during the chillier nights ahead….

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When Will The Local Trees Change Colors?

The autumnal equinox, also known as the astronomical beginning of fall, will take place on September 23rd this year. According to a post from the Old Farmer’s Almanac, the autumnal equinox marks the official start of autumn or fall. Following this celestial occurrence, the days progressively become shorter than the nights, resulting in later sunrises…

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