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C3 Leader Eya Louis: Local Sustainable Food Workshop, Saturday, August 6

By Britt, on July 18th, 2011%

Join C3 Leader Moriam Williams for the West Englewood Green Fest; Sunday, July 17, 1:00-5:00 pm

By Britt, on July 15th, 2011%

Download the . . . → Read More: Join C3 Leader Moriam Williams for the West Englewood Green Fest; Sunday, July 17, 1:00-5:00 pm

C3 Leader Andres Hernandez Computer Recycling Drop Off Day, 2.19.11

By Britt, on February 4th, 2011%

Saturday, February 19th
9:00am-1:00pm
Luther Memorial Church, 2500 W. Wilson
RSVP: EwasteWorkshop@gmail.com or (773) 539-3018

A computer is a terrible thing to e-waste!

Technology changes rapidly, but one thing remains the same, the toxic trail it leaves behind when it is trashed.

Do you know what’s in your computer?
Do you know how to discard it?

Come to this workshop and . . . → Read More: C3 Leader Andres Hernandez Computer Recycling Drop Off Day, 2.19.11

C3 Leader Andres Hernandez E-Waste Workshop 2.10.11

By Britt, on February 4th, 2011%

Download the flier for . . . → Read More: C3 Leader Andres Hernandez E-Waste Workshop 2.10.11

Canceled: Volunteer at Beaubien Forest Preserve this Saturday, 2.5.11.

By Britt, on February 3rd, 2011%

Calumet Stewardship Initiative Workday

Don’t worry, you can volunteer next month at Beaubien. We will make sure you have all the details.

Photo Credit: . . . → Read More: Canceled: Volunteer at Beaubien Forest Preserve this Saturday, 2.5.11.

Weatherization Workshop at Green Tech U Tomorrow: 1.27.2011

By Britt, on January 26th, 2011%

Greencorps trainee Darlene Pope demonstrates weatherization techniques

Arctic winds, drafty doorways and high energy costs got you down this winter?

You don’t have to battle the icy temperatures alone. Join the Chicago Conservation Corps, eZing, Greencorps Chicago and the Chicago Green Homes Program for this fun, hands-on weatherization workshop.

We will show you the DIY . . . → Read More: Weatherization Workshop at Green Tech U Tomorrow: 1.27.2011

Sign Up for Openlands BUGs Course! Classes Start in Two Weeks!

By Britt, on January 14th, 2011%

Download the flier so you . . . → Read More: Sign Up for Openlands BUGs Course! Classes Start in Two Weeks!

C3 Leader Michelle Ritchie: Green Cleaning Workshop in Logan Square, January 18

By Britt, on January 6th, 2011%

Download the flier for your . . . → Read More: C3 Leader Michelle Ritchie: Green Cleaning Workshop in Logan Square, January 18

C3 Weatherization Weekend December 4!

By Britt, on November 24th, 2010%

‘Tis the season for weatherization!
C3 leaders will present weatherization workshops at select locations on Saturday, December 4. This series of free workshops will distribute complimentary weatherization kits, provide hands-on demonstrations and additional resources to get you on your way to weatherizing and energy efficiency this winter.

Visit . . . → Read More: C3 Weatherization Weekend December 4!

The Field Museum presents a FREE lecture 10.21.10

By Britt, on October 19th, 2010%

Photo credit: Windy City Harvest Kenneth Street Farm

Lecture Tonight:Food from Your Backyard: Sustainable Farming in Illinois

Panelists:
Lindsay Record, Illinois Stewardship Program
LaDonna Redmond, Institute for Community Resource Development
Angela Mason, Director, Community Gardening and Green Youth Farm, Chicago Botanic Garden

Moderator:
Laurel Ross, Urban Conservation Director, ECCo, The Field Museum

Join local and regional leaders as they discuss government policy and . . . → Read More: The Field Museum presents a FREE lecture 10.21.10

Environmental Leadership Training Orientations begin this week! Are you registered?

By Britt, on August 25th, 2010%

Do you want to clean up your neighborhood but feel like it is too much to tackle by yourself?
Do want to improve recycling and and encourage waste reduction with your neighbors?
Are you interested in learning hands-on conservation techniques that you can share with your community?

If the answer is yes, then register for the Fall 2010 . . . → Read More: Environmental Leadership Training Orientations begin this week! Are you registered?

Green Field Day June 11 9:30-12:30 at IIT

By Yvonne W., on June 3rd, 2010%

Friday, June 11
C3 Trainee, Yvonne White-Morey:
On Track for the Environment –Greening a School Field Day Event
9:30 am -12:30 pm

The 4th Annual Chicago Virtual Charter School Field Day Event will be a lot greener this year as students incorporate green games with track and field events.

Yvonne will coordinate the addition of a Green Resource Center designed . . . → Read More: Green Field Day June 11 9:30-12:30 at IIT

Earth Wine and Fire: Earth Day benefit party Fri April 23

By Matt, on April 19th, 2010%

Join us April 23 for an Earth Day party at the Nature Museum 5-11PM! Earth, Wine and Fire! EarthWineandFire.com . . . → Read More: Earth Wine and Fire: Earth Day benefit party Fri April 23

A FOREST FOR EARTH DAY

By Terrence S., on January 16th, 2010%

A Forest For Earth Day

You can help protect one of the worlds most beautiful and diverse rainforest habitats when you participate and recycle with public schools in Chicago just in time for the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day. Recycle Tech Solutions (RTS), a local cell phone & electronics recycler, is working with individual Chicago public . . . → Read More: A FOREST FOR EARTH DAY

C3 Events and Opportunities: September 2009

By Samantha, on September 3rd, 2009%

You Care. Do Something. We’ll Help.
The following is a list of events coordinated by our C3 Leaders, as well as volunteer opportunities facilitated by our C3 Partners. For a full listing of events, visit the C3 Calendar.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities
- September 10, 12, 14: C3 Environmental Leadership Training Orientation Sessions
- September 12: Chicago Rain . . . → Read More: C3 Events and Opportunities: September 2009

C3 Events and Opportunities: August 2009

By Samantha, on July 29th, 2009%

Upcoming Events and Opportunities
- August 1: Environmental Awareness Fun Booth at the Hope Festival
- August 8: Winnemac Park Stewardship . . . → Read More: C3 Events and Opportunities: August 2009

C3 Events and Opportunities: July 2009

By Samantha, on July 8th, 2009%

You care. Do something. We’ll help.
The following is a list of events coordinated by our C3 Leaders and Trainees, as well as volunteer opportunities facilitated by our C3 Partners. For a full listing of events, visit the C3 Calendar.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities
- July 11: Rain Barrel and Compost Bin Sale in Lawndale/Pilsen
- July 11: . . . → Read More: C3 Events and Opportunities: July 2009

Spring 2010 Leadership Training Dates are now available!

By Samantha, on June 3rd, 2009%

Visit Fall 2009 C3 Leadership Training for full . . . → Read More: Spring 2010 Leadership Training Dates are now available!

C3 Spring Leadership Training Dates Announced

By Samantha, on January 8th, 2009%

You care. Do Something. We’ll Help. The Chicago Conservation Corps is now recruiting for its Spring 2009 Leadership Training Course. During the training, you’ll learn from community and environmental leaders about urban environmental challenges and opportunities for change; then you’ll lead an environmental service project in your community with C3 support and resources. For more information, . . . → Read More: C3 Spring Leadership Training Dates Announced

Volunteers needed for the 2008 Air and Water Show

By Samantha, on July 1st, 2008%

WE NEED VOLUNTEERS FOR the Chicago Air & Water Show – August 15-17, 2008
1600 N. Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60610

This year we are having our Second Annual Water Bottle Awareness for the 50th Annual Chicago Air and Water Show which shakes up the lake front on August 15-17, 2008 which is the “LARGEST” free show . . . → Read More: Volunteers needed for the 2008 Air and Water Show

January.31.2012 @ 05:00 | Working Bikes, 2434 S. Western Ave
Working Bikes Cooperative Volunteer Night, Jan 31st, 5PM
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February.09.2012 @ 07:30 | Dirk's Fish and Gourmet Shop, 2070 N Clybourn
Shedd’s Sustainable Seafood Cooking Class for Kids, February 9th, 7:30PM
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February.11.2012 @ 09:00 | Kilbourn Park Organic Greenhouse 3501 N. Kilbourn
Chicago Cares Workday at Kilbourn Park Organic Greenhouse, February 11th, 9AM
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February.22.2012 @ 05:00 | Uncommon Ground, 1401 W. Devon Ave
C3 Leader, Stephanie Douglass leads Adventures in Green Cleaning, February 22nd, 5PM
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February.25.2012 @ 01:00 | IHSCA, Community Room, 2520 S. Western Ave.
C3 Leader, Amy Talbot leads a Winter Wonderland Energy Savings Workshop, February 25th, 12PM
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