Eco-Endings & Green Burials
Virtual ILWould 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. […]
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Environmental Book Discussion – The Light Eaters
Northbrook Public Library 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook, IL, United StatesJoin 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 StatesLearn 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 […]
Herbicide Drift. Are trees impacted here? How to recognize it? What’s being done?
ZoomHerbicide 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 […]
Free
Habitat Helpers of Mallinckrodt Park Work Day
Mallinckrodt Park 1960 Elmwood Ave, Wilmette, IL, United StatesHabitat 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 […]
Earth Day at Keay Nature Center
Keay Nature Center Hibbard Rd and Skokie Blvd., Wilmette, United StatesCelebrate 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 […]
Celebrate Earth Day at the Beach – Community Clean- Up
Glencoe Beach 160 Hazel Ave., GlencoeMeet 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 […]
Rethinking Lawns: Incorporating Native Plants into Home Landscapes
Skokie Library 5215 Oakton Street, SkokieThe 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 […]
Free
Illinois Climate Education Hub Fundraiser
Sketchbook Brewery 4901 Main St., Skokie, IL, United StatesClimate 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 […]
$40
City Nature Challenge: Wilmette BioBlitz
Various Locations IL, United StatesJoin an international effort to find & document wild flora and fauna in cities across the globe using iNaturalist! For more information and instructions on how to join in, click […]