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One Earth Film Festival – “The Human Element”
One Earth Film Festival – “The Human Element”
Area environmental groups are sponsoring this showing at 7:00 P.M. with a Sustainability Resource Fair first at 6:00 P.M. Preview the film: https://www.oneearthfilmfest.org/films-az-2019/the-human-element Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-human-element-march-4-waubonsee-tickets-54466393449 Events are FREE, with a suggested $8 donation. OEFF After Hours events are perfect for date nights or evenings with friends. Seating is limited. Reservations for free and ticketed events ... Read more
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Green Drinks McHenry County – Grow Your Own Microgreens!
Green Drinks McHenry County – Grow Your Own Microgreens!
"Are You Familiar with Microgreens? Learn about Growing Your Own" with John DeFrancisco, Hometown Acres Microgreens are edible seedlings that contain massive nutrient content and flavor. Researchers have found that micro's such as red cabbage, cilantro, and radish can contain up to forty times higher levels of vital nutrients than their mature counterpart. Not only are ... Read more
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Schweitzer Woods Restoration
Schweitzer Woods Restoration
Volunteers gather under the direction of steward June Keibler to remove invasive species. Dress in layers for the weather, wear sturdy waterproof boots, heavy gloves, a hat. Removal tools will be provided, but loppers are welcome. Directions: Turn into the entrance gate for Schweitzer Woods Forest Preserve and follow the drive to the red brick ... Read more
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Murky Waters: Understanding Drinking Water Issues in Our Region
Murky Waters: Understanding Drinking Water Issues in Our Region
Friends of the Fox River is a sponsor for this Elgin Community Network presentation. Most of us in Northeastern Illinois don’t pay much attention to our drinking water. We turn on faucets dozens of times a day without pausing to consider the questions that millions of people around the world worry about on a regular basis: ... Read more
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2019 Fox River Summit
The 7th Annual Fox River Summit, hosted by the Southeast Fox River Partnership, is an annual gathering of organizations, municipalities, citizens, and stakeholders from across the Fox River Watershed. Building partnerships and developing an open dialog about the issues important to the management of the watershed is a key component of the Summit. The program features speakers and ... Read more
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Schweitzer Environmental Center Committee Meeting
Schweitzer Environmental Center Committee Meeting
Friends of the Fox River Schweitzer committee members convene to discuss upcoming programs and plans for the house The public is welcome. Join us. Contact us for directions and further information 815-356-6605.
Friends of the Fox River Board Meeting
Friends of the Fox River Board Meeting
Board members convene to discuss upcoming events and current campaigns, our strategic plan, programs, etc. The public is welcome. Join us. Contact us for directions and further information 815-356-6605.
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Green Drinks McHenry County
Green Drinks McHenry County
Our youth are involved and active in caring for our environment! Some of them will be on hand to share what they are up to in the community and in their schools. Listen and support them! On the first Wednesday of each month, environmentally minded people gather upstairs at Duke's Alehouse & Kitchen to network and talk ... Read more
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Planting Natives on Solar Farms Workshop
Planting Natives on Solar Farms Workshop
This workshop is designed to bring solar farm developers together with experts in the field of native plantings. Solar developers and landscaping firms will leave this session equipped with the know-how to be able to successfully design, plant and maintain a native plant community on their solar farm. This session will help developers in the ... Read more
Schweitzer Woods Restoration
Schweitzer Woods Restoration
Volunteers gather under the direction of steward June Keibler to remove invasive species. Dress in layers for the weather, wear sturdy waterproof boots, heavy gloves, a hat. Removal tools will be provided, but loppers are welcome. Directions: Turn into the entrance gate for Schweitzer Woods Forest Preserve and follow the drive to the red brick ... Read more