EcoShip is a Chicago-based nonprofit that diverts packaging materials from landfills and provides them to local businesses and artists for reuse. The last 3 years, we have been operating out of storage units. On February 8th, we are excited to become a part of West Town's pop-space for 6 months. Stop by between 11:00am-3:00pm to […]
If you’d like to enjoy a beautiful day outdoors and help restore health to our local woodlands, please join us for a restoration work day at Harms Woods East! We’ll meet in the Harms Woods South parking lot (Groves 1 & 2), which is the first parking lot north of Golf Road (the one shaped […]
Learn from Kathy Ruttenberg, Multidisciplinary artist (sculpture, painting, and animation), about other perspectives on the environment. Kathy has become increasingly involved in learning about conservation which feeds the direction of her work . My ideas for sculptures blow around the mountain where she lives as she walks through the woods with her head full of […]
Find out how you can shine with solar energy! In this discussion with an Illinois Solar Education Association Solar Ambassador, you will learn: How solar energy works in Illinois The benefits and challenges of residential solar energy The upfront costs and long-terms savings, including current financial incentives in Illinois The benefits and challenges of community […]
The Wild Things 2025 Conference invites nature enthusiasts from across Illinois and beyond to learn about the flora, fauna, and natural history of the Prairie State. Join a community of thousands of volunteers, conservationists, and natural resource professionals at Wild Things on March 1, 2025!
This is an opportunity to bring your soil ideas to the table and make Soil Health Week a powerful celebration that reaches even more audiences across the state. You, your idea, or your organization could be front and center at the upcoming annual Soil Health Week! Whether it’s a virtual presentation, a field day exploring […]
Spring is a great time to start composting, but how? Join the Kenilworth Union Church Green Team to learn about the many options available in your community and even in your own backyard. Also find out about local policy and why composting is critical to the health of our planet. We will be joined by […]
If you’d like to enjoy a beautiful day outdoors and help restore health to our local woodlands, please join us for a restoration work day at Harms Woods East! We’ll meet in the Harms Woods South parking lot (Groves 1 & 2), which is the first parking lot north of Golf Road (the one shaped […]
See what your Oak Park neighbors are doing to power their homes cleaner, safer, cheaper, and greener! Check out heat pump HVAC and hot water systems, induction stoves, solar arrays, and more. Homeowners will be on hand to share their experience and answer your questions. This event is free, but registration is required and space is […]
Topic: Plastics Registration is required. Zoom link will be added closer to the event, or sign up for our email list to receive an invitation directly.
