ARBOR DAY HISTORY MYSTERY (For All Ages) At KELLER REGIONAL PARK

Saturday, May 16

Fun for families, history buffs, tree lovers, and wanna-be detectivesMay 16th is Arbor Day in Maplewood and there's a tree history mystery brewing. The Case of the Missing Elm Grove—Who (or What) Done It? Come try to solve the mystery. Start at the Golfview Picnic Shelter and walk the trail (about 1/3 mile) to the location of the long-gone grove. Along the way, gather clues, learn about trees, and discover the story of Maplewood's historic tree groves. At the old grove site participate in a brief ceremony at 11:30 to rededicate the Memory Grove plaque.Stay after the ceremony to learn how to plant a disease-resistant elm, ask a naturalist your tree questions, chat with members from the Historical Society, or enjoy the park and trail on your own. This event is sponsored by the City of Maplewood and Maplewood Area Historical Society. For map and the history behind the mystery, see: www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/treemystery. For more information: 651-249-2170.

Where: At KELLER REGIONAL PARK, meet at Golfview picnic shelter, on Highway 61, ½ mile north of Frost Avenue

When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Who: All ages

How: meet at Golfview picnic shelter at Keller Regional Park

Cost: FREE