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Vendors Invited for Infinity Foundation Health and Wellness Fair

Sep 08, 2023

Calling all practitioners for the Infinity Foundation Practitioner’s Fair.

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Nature Foundation Online Tree and Shrub Sale

Sep 07, 2023

The Nature Foundation of Will County Autumn Native Tree & Shrub Sale begins online at 9 a.m., September 1, and ends at noon, September 24.

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Hummingbird Fest at Plum Creek Nature Center

Aug 07, 2023

The free annual Hummingbird Fest from 1 to 5 p.m., August 19, at the Forest Preserve District of Will County Plum Creek Nature Center.

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Jane Seitz, executive director of the Illinois Raptor Center, shows off a turkey vulture to a group of children and residents who came out to learn more about birds of prey as part of a Wild about Wildlife presentation hosted by the center and Ameren Illinois.
Illinois Raptor Center and Ameren to Provide Education

Aug 07, 2023

The IRC provides an invaluable service to the community, not only by retrieving and rehabbing injured birds, but also by providing education about wildlife and the environment.

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Enjoy a Summer Garden Walk in Berwyn and Riverside

Jun 27, 2023

Explore 11 color-filled gardens while homeowners and gardeners will be present to answer questions about pollinator and bee-friendly plants, plant names, favorite plants and other aspects. Its a great way to celebrate summer gardening in the Chicago area. Presented by West Cook Wild Ones.

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Health Expo Bigger Than Ever in 2023

Jun 26, 2023

Sponsored Content Learn from expert speaker presentations and browse the exhibit hall to experience hands-on demonstrations, try new foods and drinks, sample products and learn from industry-leading companies.

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Sacred Ground Holiday Sale and Holistic Fair

Jun 16, 2023

Enjoy vendors, Tibetan singing bowls big enough to stand in, henna artwork, readers, energy and body workers, plus classics like astrology, numerology, Akashic record reading, gluten-free treats and organic beverages, as well as a store wide sale.

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Monee Reservoir to Host Surf-N-Turf Concert

Jun 06, 2023

The Stingers will play live music at the Monee Reservoir amphitheater from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., July 15. Visitors can listen on the lawn or on the water.

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Registration is Open for Green Town Conference

Jun 05, 2023

Community leaders of all professions, with a shared interest in sustainable development gather to hear inspiring speakers, learn from been-there case studies, and discuss actionable steps to make communities–and people and planet–healthier.

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Power Poles Support Wildlife

May 11, 2023 ● By Brian Bretsch and Karly Combest

Ameren Illinois partnered with two different groups recently to install power poles to support wildlife in central and southern Illinois.

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Adventures in Composting Open House and Picnic

May 02, 2023

Join Go Green Highland Park to kick off International Compost Awareness Week

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New Life For Old Poles

Apr 25, 2023

Retired or broken power poles are getting special treatment as part of a new Ameren Illinois utility pole recycling program.

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LiveToWynn Presents ‘Chicago’s Best: Earth Day Pop-Up

Apr 17, 2023

To celebrate Chicagoland eco-friendly businesses and offer exciting giveaways centered around Earth Day, LiveToWynn will present the inaugural Chicago’s Best: Earth Day pop-up event on April 22 at several area locations.

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Learn About Climate Change

Apr 13, 2023

Budburst, the community science program of the Chicago Botanic Garden, is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide a free virtual class for kids, "Fighting Climate Change From Your Backyard," teaching them how to play an integral part in protecting and preserving nature.

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How to Start Seeds Outside in March for Cool Weather Vegetable Crops

Mar 01, 2023 ● By Tiffany Hinton

Sponsored Content Are you ready to get your garden started early this year and enjoy just-harvested cool weather veggies?

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