Community Events

Presenters: Steve Byers, INPC, Lorna Gladstone, and Dave Kraft, Hey and Associates, Inc. Gladstone Fen is owned by Lorna Gladstone and her brother, Evan. It was originally protected and managed by their parents, Lee and Gertrude Gladstone. It is a privately owned, dedicated nature preserve that is approximately 7 acres in size. Over the decades ... Read more

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Learn about the latest in sustainable living, get ideas for energy saving, shop for green gifts, and take in fun, educational exhibits. Tour two fully-decorated, locally-owned tiny homes! See the award-winning travelling exhibit “Sustainable Choices” Enjoy the work of artists displaying and selling their sustainable creations in the Artists Walk at the Expo Meet area ... Read more

The program will be on the Flint Creek Watershed All FREP Membership Meetings & Programs, and FREP Noon Networks are free and open to the public. Reservations are not required. 

On the first Wednesday of each month, environmentally-minded people gather upstairs at Duke's Alehouse & Kitchen to network and talk about sustainable programs and “greening” the future. Environmental Issues in Springfield for 100th General Assembly We are currently expecting: Sen. Pamela Althoff, Rep. Allen Skillikorn, and Rep. Steve Andersson

FREP presents a panel discussion about funding and grant opportunities. Maggie Soliz and Nancy Wiliamson will review a variety of funding sources. Lucy Tarabour, Network Leader for the Grand Victoria Foundation will also present. It can be difficult to navigate the world of funding and grants. This program aims to assist FREP members and the ... Read more

Join us for Gary Swick's annual take on the river ~ its health and beauty in all seasons and its challenges   Donation suggested

The midwest’s premier environmental film festival, creating opportunities for understanding climate change, sustainability and the power of human involvement. They showcase top-issue, thought-provoking environmental films and lead audiences in interactive post-film discussions focused on solutions. We'll be showing the documentary Rancher, Farmer, Fisherman tells the inspiring story of heartland conservation heroes who are feeding the world while ... Read more

Due to renovations at Duke's Alehouse & Kitchen, February Green Drinks will be held at Crystal Lake Brewing, just around the corner at 150 N. Main Street, Crystal Lake.  Compost Recycling Panel Including Midwest Compost's Andy Klink and Prairieland Disposal “What happens to your yard waste after it gets picked up by your waste disposal service? It ... Read more

McHenry County Conservation District presents Conservation Congress 2018 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Don’t miss your chance to stand up for conservation and be part of the movement. Members of  the general public are invited to register and attend. Hear first-hand the congressional conversations and discussions on the important environmental issues facing McHenry County and ... Read more

One Earth Film Festival is the Midwest’s premier environmental film festival, creating opportunities for understanding climate change, sustainability and the power of human involvement. They showcase top-issue, thought-provoking environmental films and lead audiences in interactive post-film discussions focused on solutions. One Earth Film Festival is a production of Green Community Connections. The event is free, but ... Read more

Gary Swick, President of the Friends of the Fox River, will share, from his many years on the Fox, what paddlers will find when they get on the river.  Gary Mechanic, Executive Director of Friends of the Fox River, will discuss how to access the Fox River and how to go about planning your trip. ... Read more

Join us on the footbridge connecting the Dundees! With our small town atmosphere, spread out your blanket by the Fox River and enjoy the view. The sky and river will be sparkle and twinkle for the most power packed awesomeness you have ever seen. Fireworks kick off with the fabulous Dundee Scottish Bagpipes on either end ... Read more

Guest speaker: SCOTT KUYKENDALL McHenry County Water Resource Specialist, McHenry County Department of Planning & Development  Water is necessary for all life, health and economic well-being.  Thanks to our unique geologic history, residents of McHenry County are able to enjoy access to safe, clean and affordable water resources.  However, this is only true if we continue ... Read more

Join us and Township Open Space volunteers; we'll be removing and burning invasive plants. Dress for the weather. Turn into the Forest Preserve gate on the west side of Sleepy Hollow Road and follow road to the big brick house. Walk to the woods west of the house ( and down the grass hill) to ... Read more

Urban Coyotes in the Chicago Region Stanley D. Gehrt, Professor of Wildlife Ecology, Extension Wildlife Specialist, School of Environment and Natural Resources, The Ohio State University Dr. Stanley D. Gehrt is the Principal Investigator of the Cook County Coyote Project, having initiated the study in 2000. As Chair of the Center for Wildlife Research at the ... Read more

The City of Elgin will host its 5th annual Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 21, from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Hawthorne Hill Nature Center, located at 28 Brookside Drive in Elgin. People of all ages are invited to attend this free, family-friendly event and learn about ways to protect the planet. Local organizations will be ... Read more

Dundee Friend of the Fox River promotes clean water during Earth Week culminating in their annual 5K