CARBONDALE, IL (KFVS)  -  The City of Carbondale will host two Maple Syrup Making Workshops at Cedar Lake on Saturday, February 9 at 10 a.m. and at 2 p.m.

Participants will learn tree identification, tree tapping and evaporating techniques. The tricky aspects of finishing off syrup and even making candy will also be covered. 

Folklore about this historic past-time will be woven throughout this naturally wholesome experience.

The City says activity will culminate with a sweet sample of the finished maple syrup product. It will take place at the Cedar Lake Supervisor’s Shop and office, 1705 Cedar Creek Road. 

The event, which is geared toward people of all ages, is free and open to the public. 

Space is limited however, so advanced registration is required.  Please call John at 618-549-8441 for more information or to register.

CARBONDALE, IL (KFVS) - Nathan Harris from Carbondale sent us some pictures of an owl and "snow angel" he created with his brother.

He says it took him 14 hours to build the angel and the owl took about six hours to create.

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CARBONDALE, IL (KFVS) - Students in a fashion design and merchandising class at Southern Illinois University were assigned the task of designing a dress out of an unusual material.

Sabrina Dobrinick made this dress out of trash bags.

As finals are underway, have you received a creative assignment? If so, you can send us a picture of your project to cNews@kfvs12.com. Don't forget to include your name, where you're from and a brief description of the assignment, project and school you go to.

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