WHAT: Chicago Rockstar Marty Casey will make a special appearance at The Morton Arboretum Store for the exclusive retail launch of The Marty Casey Silver Elements Collection. In conjunction with his hit song, "Trees", the premiere item is a Trees dogtag necklace. Each necklace purchase supports the planting of 5 trees. The first 100 people to purchase the Trees necklace will receive a FREE CD of the single, "Trees". This is a special acoustic version performed by Marty and Dave Navarro. Marty will also be signing the CDs and giving autographs during the event. In addition, there will be an acoustic mini-concert immediately following Marty's in-store appearance. WHEN: September 27, 2008 Store Appearance 3:00 P.M. - 5:30 P.M. Mini-concert immediately following WHERE: The Morton Arboretum 4100 Illinois Route 53 Lisle, IL 60532 Phone: 630-968-0074 Cost: $9.00 Gatehouse Fee BACKGROUND: Marty Casey amassed a few million fans around the world thanks to his remarkable run on the hit television show ROCKSTAR: INXS. While on ROCKSTAR, Marty Casey became the fan favorite and introduced his original tune, "Trees" to much acclaim. Proceeds fund the planting of 5 trees through American Forests "Global Releaf" effort AND support The Morton Arboretum's mission to plant and conserve trees.