Community Events

"Stump The Recycler" Special guests: Kristy Hecke, Solid Waste Manager for McHenry County Kim Hankins, Director of Sustainability, McHenry County College and representatives from waste haul & recycling companies.    On the first Wednesday of each month, environmentally-minded people gather to network and talk about sustainable programs and “greening” the future. Everyone is welcome to attend

Meet at Public Works and drive to the site. We will tour 4 sites along the shores of the Fox River in downtown Carpentersville where the Village has undertaken projects to reclaim, stabilize, and beautify the riverbank. Working with various partners including Otto Engineering as the landowner, these project provided new river access points, and ... Read more

Join Friends of the Fox River and dozens of other local organizations as we help celebrate kids who have finished the summer reading challenge at Elgin libraries. Finishers are invited to this special after-hours celebration featuring dancing, magic, and more! Children receive their ticket, and other special prizes, when they present their completed Summer Reading ... Read more

Sarah Wochos, Board of Directors, Illinois Solar Energy Association The Illinois Future Energy Jobs Act is a new opportunity for homeowners/businesses to put solar on their property at a much lower cost. Or, people can participate through a Community Solar Farm as a subscriber. This is one of the many programs available through FEJA. Our speaker ... Read more

The Fox River Study Group (FRSG) often is asked, "is the Fox River water quality getting better or worse?" To answer that question, FRSG hired Illinois State Water Survey (ISWS) scientists to plunge into available Fox River data. In 2002, ISWS created a database of water quality data collected in the Fox River watershed and ... Read more

Fun-filled event includes live music and entertainment, beer garden, food and beverage vendors, Art in the Heartland Crafters, Antique and Classic Car Show, Children's Games and Art Activities, Chili Cook‑off, Fireworks and more. Look for the Friends of the Fox River tent on Saturday and Sunday where we'll be answering the question "Is the Fox ... Read more

The Village of Algonquin along with the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County are sponsoring the 11th annual “It’s Our River Day” celebration and clean-up. The event will be held on September 15 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Cornish Park in Algonquin. Come celebrate the beautiful Fox River and learn more about local environmental, ... Read more

Hosted by the Natural Resources Committee, this annual cleanup involves both the shoreline and on the river efforts. Friends of the Fox River encourages you to participate in this event.  

Caroline Vuyadinov, Executive Director of the Midwest Green Burial Society and writer of the weekly blog, Beyond the Pall. Caroline worked in both the conventional and alternative death care industry for the last seven years. She has appeared on WGN TV and The Survivalist Podcast speaking on the importance of ecological and self-empowered burial choices. Recently ... Read more

CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER PREDICTION This will be a caravan with hosts Dave Guritz and Dan Lobbes. This acquisition was made possible by a partnership between The Conservation Foundation and the Kendall County Forest Preserve District, with funding from several sources. The Little Rock Creek acquisition is located near the Little Rock Creek confluence ... Read more

Meet at Gail Borden Library - north end of parking lot. Look for the Friends of the Fox River banner. Dress for the weather. We'll have gloves - bags - grabbers. REGISTER HERE

Join Friends of the Fox River as we learn about the latest in sustainable living, get ideas for energy saving, shop for green gifts, and take in fun, educational exhibits. Stop by our table and say hello to president Gary Swick and board members Art Malm and Cheryl Crates.

Jeff Miller and Simon Gibson, Fox Valley Electric Auto Association Do you know the difference between a Chevy Volt and a Chevy Bolt?  Do you have a teen age driver that needs around town transportation?  Do the letters PHEV not yet hold a special place in your heart?  We will provide an overview of available ... Read more

Valerie Blaine and Pam Otto present a program about outstanding women naturalists from the 18th century to 2018 at the Conservation Foundation Fall Membership and Awards Dinner. Register online at www.theconservationfoundation.org

6:30 Networking 7:00  - Does Hackmatack Really Matter? Featured speaker: Jerry Adelman of Openlands answers the question.

Learn how trash can be recycled! Watch a short documentary "Racing to Zero in Pursuit of Zero Waste." Stay for an interactive, solution-focused discussion with Robin.

Join McHenry County Defenders for info and inspiration, business and pleasure. Featuring a panel and product information with: Crystal Lake Brewing Co. Silver Prairie Natural Soap Company Potts and Pans Steelpan Rush Creek Distillery Conscious Cup Coffee Roasters Blue Eagle Pottery Come talk about “greening” the future with others. Must be 21 to purchase alcohol ... Read more

Join us for some holiday cheer and social time at this locally sourced, farm-to-table establishment. We will need RSVPs so enough space is available for our group. Please email or call Becky Hoag by December 10th: 630-482-9157 foxriverinfo@comcast.net

The presenter is Kay McKeen, Founder & Executive Director of SCARCE (School & Community Assistance for Recycling and Composting Education). SCARCE is an award-winning environmental education non-profit dedicated to creating sustainable communities based in Glen Ellyn. They accomplish this through innovative and hands-on education programs for schools and organizations, demonstrating care for our natural resources through their Book Rescue, and engaging the ... Read more

Jeff Mengler presents about this concern for our watershed, concentrating on the Rusty-Patched Bumblebee. FREP Executive Committee will meet at 11 AM.