Spring Public Workshop for the Milwaukee Avenue Green Development Corridor Grant Program, 3/13, 7PM

By Sameera, on March 7th, 2012%

Want to help manage stormwater and prevent flooding in Logan Square? Interested in making green improvements to your property, no matter where you live?  Join us at the first public workshop for the Milwaukee Avenue Green Development Corridor grant program!

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March 13, 2012, 7–9 pm Hairpin Lofts, Logan Square Arts Center 2800 N. Milwaukee . . . → Read More: Spring Public Workshop for the Milwaukee Avenue Green Development Corridor Grant Program, 3/13, 7PM

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Treat Yourself to a Rain Barrel and Compost Bin at the next Sustainable Backyard Workshop, July 26

By Britt, on July 15th, 2011%

Sustainable Backyard Workshop Tuesday, July 26 Chicago Center for Green Technology 445 N. Sacramento RSVP: rainbarrel@cityofchicago.org or 312-743-9283

The Chicago Sustainable Backyard Program has received a lot of great attention, and more importantly, participation this summer. We are happy to share with you that the program was recently featured in Gapers Block, thanks to . . . → Read More: Treat Yourself to a Rain Barrel and Compost Bin at the next Sustainable Backyard Workshop, July 26

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Rain Barrels, Compost Bins, Native Plants -Oh my! Sustainable Backyard Workshop, June 14

By Britt, on June 7th, 2011%

Join the City of Chicago Department of Environment for the first installment of the Sustainable Backyard Workshop series highlighting the many ways residents can create more environmentally-friendly landscapes in their back, front, and side yards.

June 14, 2011 28 E. Jackson, Suite 1800 6:00-8:00 pm RSVP: 312-743-9283 or rainbarrel@cityofchicago.org

Learn more about the program . . . → Read More: Rain Barrels, Compost Bins, Native Plants -Oh my! Sustainable Backyard Workshop, June 14

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Featured Event! NHS Chicago NeighborWorks Day tomorrow. Come out to Humboldt Park for an added bonus- Sustainable Backyard Demos!

By Britt, on June 3rd, 2011%

Photo courtesy of NHS Chicago

Volunteer for a NeighborWorks Day project on Saturday, June 4! Join in the fun during NHS’ 24th Annual NeighborWorks Day on Saturday, June 4. Volunteers are needed to paint, plant, clean vacant lots, landscape and garden.

During National NeighborWorks® Week, tens of thousands of volunteers, businesspeople, neighbors and . . . → Read More: Featured Event! NHS Chicago NeighborWorks Day tomorrow. Come out to Humboldt Park for an added bonus- Sustainable Backyard Demos!

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Featured Event This Weekend at Little Black Pearl

By Britt, on February 7th, 2011%

Last week’s blizzard has left everyone drowning in snow. Severe weather can be a stark reminder of the importance of weatherization and winter preparedness. If you have not yet attended a weatherization workshop this year, this may be one of your last opportunities to learn about low-cost weatherization and go home with a free kit . . . → Read More: Featured Event This Weekend at Little Black Pearl

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