Love trees? So do we! In fact, we are hosting a trivia hour this Arbor Day on April 29! So, come test your knowledge around all things tree-related at our virtual trivia, a lighthearted and fun hour of mid-afternoon trivia to break up your day, learn new facts, while enjoying a snack, treat or favorite […]
Are you concerned about the loss of Birds? Want to do something? Are you interested in making your yard a place for birds to visit, feed, bathe, nest, and raise their chicks? Learn what birds need to make your yard their home. Pam Karlson transformed her small one-tenth of an acre in urban Chicago into […]
Plastic Wars, a joint investigation from FRONTLINE and NPR, reveals how plastic makers for decades have publicly promoted recycling, despite from almost the beginning privately expressing doubts that widespread plastic recycling would every be economically viable. Join us on November 16 for a discussion of Plastic Wars. This event is co-hosted by Go Green Winnetka, […]
An average person consumes a credit card worth of plastic every week. We invite you to watch Emmy nominated, "The Story of Plastic", available for free on YouTube, to learn about the plastic crisis. YouTube link After viewing the movie, REGISTER for an informative panel discussion to learn what you can do to make a […]
In this panel discussion you will learn about regulatory trends that affect sustainability, maintaining large green spaces, and cultivating a more environmentally sustainable home garden.
Join us to discuss Nature's Best Hope by Doug Tallamy.
University of Delaware entomologist Doug Tallamy will discuss the science behind his book Nature's Best Hope in which he argues that we can all be conservationists by planting wildlife habitats in our backyards. Sponsored by Park Ridge Public Library, Go Green Park Ridge and Park Ridge Garden Club. (Program will be on Zoom) Register at: https://parkridgelibrary.libcal.com/event/7498749
Meredith Churchman, Natural Resources Manager at The Grove, discusses the benefits of native plants and explains how to select the right plants for different environmental conditions and turn landscapes into a haven for pollinators and other wildlife. Cosponsored by the Glenview Park District. REGISTER HERE Program presented virtually via Zoom. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email […]
Sacred Cow proposes a new way to look at sustainable diets. The authors assert, ‘It’s not the COW, it’s the HOW, and that the answer to our broken food system is not no meat, it's better meat. The book takes a deep dive into the nutritional claims against meat, why cattle raised well are actually good for […]
Learn about how you can kick gas to the curb, and even power your car with the sun! Jay Futterman of Go Green Highland Park and Tim Milburn of GoGreen Park Ridge will: Discuss the basics of how electric vehicles work Dispel myths Identify what types of EVs are available Explain how EVs and solar […]
