We invite you to join us to discuss the future of local climate action! Join local and statewide climate leaders to learn how recent policies are accelerating the transition to clean energy in our State and Village and learn how your household can take positive steps toward fighting climate change. All local elected officials have […]
The U.S. has more than 50 million acres of lawn: the size of Minnesota, three times the area of any irrigated crop, and twice the size of the combined national parks in the lower 48 states. Each year, Americans use 3 billion gallons of gas for mowing (3% of U.S. gas consumption) and 53 million […]
Want a free tree seedling? Have questions about trees? Stop by the Community Recreation Center from 8:00 am – 10:00 am or the Wilmette Public Library from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm on Arbor Day, Friday, April 25th. In celebration of Arbor Day, the Village, Park District, and Wilmette Public Library will be distributing free […]
The Illinois Food Scrap & Composting Coalition is excited to share a diverse lineup of activities during May 4 - 10, 2025 with local, state and international compost communities! You and your community can participate (Submit an event via the form linked on the IFSCC website). In addition to events, book displays, presentations, demos, expert […]
Starflower (Trientalis borealis) reaches a southern range limit in northern Illinois, which puts Illinois populations at risk due to climate change. Emily Dangremond, President of the Illinois Native Plant Society, researched this plant on the edge, investigating the phenology (timing) of flowering and fruiting in the upper Midwest. She will share how, from herbarium specimens and […]
