Gillson Beach Cleanup on Sunday

In preparation for the official opening of beaches, The North Shore Vibe, a local eco-friendly apparel brand aiming to help preserve Lake Michigan, will hold a cleanup event at Gillson Beach, in Wilmette, from 9 to11 a.m., May 16. The event marks their fifth such event in Chicago's north suburbs in 2021. So far, more than 6,500 pieces of trash have been removed by more than 80 volunteers from four beaches in Evanston and Lake Forest. The North Shore Vibe has set a goal of removing 20,000 pieces of trash from local beaches this year. Parking is available. Masks are required.

Founded by Elise and Jay Townsend in 2020, The North Shore Vibe offers eco-friendly apparel, with 5 percent of all proceeds going toward preserving the waters of Lake Michigan and the natural habitats that thrive in its banks and tributaries.

For more information, visit TheNorthShoreVibe.com.