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 […]
Interested in collecting packaging materials in your school, office, or living complex to keep them out of landfills? Join EcoShip's collection campaign during Earth Month. You can either purchase a bin to be dropped off and picked up, or you can organize an independent collection. Applications close on March 20th at 8PM CT.
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.
Join the landscape designers from North Branch Natives to learn how to create a native garden that supports pollinators and birds. You'll discover how to plan, prepare, and select Illinois-native plants for beauty, low maintenance, and habitat restoration.
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 […]
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.
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 (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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join 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 HERE For general information about the City Nature Challenge, click HERE
Join us for a beach clean-up! Due to ongoing renovations at Gillson Beach, our exact meeting spot may shift, stay tuned for updates. We typically set up across Overlook Dr from the sand volleyball courts. Head down Harbor Dr, continue onto Overlook Dr, and look for our bright green tablecloth. Feel free to come early […]
Kim Ainis, a certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide, will lead a relaxing three hour guided walk in nature. Forest bathing (or forest therapy) is an opportunity to unplug in a peaceful setting with a series of invitations, or prompts, that are designed to help participants slow down, quiet your mind, awaken senses, and deepen […]
Join the Park District staff on a spring morning to learn about the benefits of these native species and gain hands-on experience putting them in the ground. For more information and to register, click HERE
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 […]
Join Go Green Wilmette for a chance to work on Gillson Park’s beautiful bird habitat. Meet at the habitat on Michigan Ave. Thanks to our many volunteers for helping us keep this lovely space in great condition. It’s also a great way to be outdoors and spend an hour or two with a friend. We […]
