Eco-Endings & Green Burials

Virtual IL

Would you or a loved one like to make a final gift to the planet? Planning ahead for an “eco-ending” is a way to minimize the environmental impact of death. Greener choices can aid in the conservation of natural resources, reduce carbon emissions, protect worker health, and restore and/or preserve native habitat. Learn about options […]

Environmental Book Discussion – The Light Eaters

Northbrook Public Library 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook, IL, United States

Join Mardi and Jake to discuss The Light Eaters by Zoe Schlanger, about the ingenious ways plants communicate, recognize sounds, morph, and trick animals. In partnership with Go Green Northbrook.

Free

Cultivating Pollinator and Wildlife Habitat in Your Garden * In-Person – Free

Glencoe Public Library 320 Park Ave., Glencoe, IL, United States

Learn how to attract native bees, butterflies and songbirds through habitat building. Many pollinators are picky and what you plant really matters. Using informed plant selection, you can create an ecologically vibrant garden that will draw a host of species. Presented by Ann Cicarella, an award-winning landscape designer based in Ohio and the founder of […]

Herbicide Drift. Are trees impacted here? How to recognize it? What’s being done?

Zoom

Herbicide drift (trespass) has been an economic and ecological concern for decades. However in recent years, there have been dramatic increases in the use of many popular herbicides in an effort to combat herbicide-resistant weeds.  Widespread injuries to wild and cultivated plants have been reported since these increases in herbicide use began. Prairie Rivers Network's Tree […]

Free

Habitat Helpers of Mallinckrodt Park Work Day

Mallinckrodt Park 1960 Elmwood Ave, Wilmette, IL, United States

Habitat Helpers of Mallinckrodt Park will meet outside the Mallinckrodt Community Center. We will weed some native plant beds in Mallinckrodt Park. Bring water to drink and gardening gloves. Dress for the weather. Trowels and tools provided by the Wilmette Park District. We will meet the 3rd Thursday of each month, weather permitting, from April […]

Earth Day at Keay Nature Center

Keay Nature Center Hibbard Rd and Skokie Blvd., Wilmette, United States

Celebrate Earth Day at Keay with a family nature walk, crafts, snacks and more! No RSVP needed. This is a free, drop-in event, and crafts & snacks are available while supplies last between 10 am and Noon. Parking is limited – please plan ahead to walk, bike, or travel from the Community Recreation Center or […]

Celebrate Earth Day at the Beach – Community Clean- Up

Glencoe Beach 160 Hazel Ave, Glencoe, United States

Meet at the Glencoe Beach for a community clean-up in celebration of Earth Day. Community partners will offer interactive earth-friendly activities and educational opportunities. This is a rain or shine event. Dress for the weather. Bring your own boots, gloves and buckets to collect debris. Refuse and recycling cans will be placed at each cleanup […]

Rethinking Lawns: Incorporating Native Plants into Home Landscapes

Skokie Library 5215 Oakton Street, Skokie

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 […]

Free

Illinois Climate Education Hub Fundraiser

Sketchbook Brewery 4901 Main St., Skokie, IL, United States

Climate Education for IL and Seven Generations Ahead are hosting a fundraiser to support the creation of an Illinois Climate Education Hub. This Hub will serve as a crucial resource for educators, providing scientifically rigorous, locally relevant, and equity-centered curriculum that is aligned with state standards, helping to empower youth to take action on climate […]

$40

Arbor Day Seedling Giveaway

Various Locations IL, United States

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 […]