Chicago Conservation Corps Blog

Register Today for a Spring 2012 Environmental Leadership Training Series Orientation!

Sameera — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:34:21 +0000

Check Out Our February Featured Events and the New Flyer!

Sameera — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:10:46 +0000

C3 Leader, Amy Talbot leads a Winter Wonderland Energy Savings Workshop, February 25th, 12PM

Sameera — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:05:07 +0000

Explore Energy Savings

C3 Leader, Amy Talbot leads a Winter Wonderland Energy Savings Workshop

Saturday, February 25th

12 p.m. – 2 p.m.

Instituto Health Sciences Career Academy (IHSCA), Community Room

2520 S. Western Ave.

Contact winterenergyc3@gmail.com to register.

Join Amy and her C3 team to hear about actions you can take to not only help the environment but also save money. Workshop topics include properly caring for outdoors plants in the winter; improving your snow salting techniques with the right products and methods; installing high efficiency showerheads to save on water and energy costs; replacing old light bulbs with energy efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs; and changing furnace filters to improve air quality and save money on energy costs. The first 40 families to arrive will receive energy saving kits and additional items will be raffled off at the close of the workshop. Lunch will be provided and Spanish language translation will be available.

C3 Leader, Stephanie Douglass leads Adventures in Green Cleaning, February 22nd, 5PM

Sameera — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:01:46 +0000

Explore Green Cleaning

C3 Leader, Stephanie Douglass leads Adventures in Green Cleaning

Wednesday, February 22nd

5 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Uncommon Ground

1401 W. Devon Ave

For more information, contact 260-ALL-GROW.

Indoor air can be two to five times more polluted than outdoor air. Come learn the best ways to prepare non-toxic cleaning solutions for your home at America’s Greenest Restaurant. Lessons on air issues affecting our health and green cleaning supplies are provided. There will also be raffles, dinner discounts, and lots of recipe resources.

Tropical Treat Night at Garfield Park Conservatory, February 15th, 3PM

Sameera — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:44:22 +0000

Explore Plant Education

Tropical Treat Night at Garfield Park Conservatory

Wednesday, February 15th

3 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. (stop by anytime)

300 N. Central Park

For more information, contact 312-746-5100.

Enjoy a tasty treat while learning about the “sweet plants” of the Conservatory. Fact and flavor stations will be staffed by educators throughout the Conservatory, featuring chocolate, chicle, vanilla, cinnamon, chewing gum, banana and more. Come taste your way through the tropical paradise. Hands-on activities, including homemade paper ukuleles, Valentine’s day cards and more.

Chicago Cares Workday at Kilbourn Park Organic Greenhouse, February 11th, 9AM

Sameera — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:38:53 +0000

Explore Garden Stewardship

Chicago Cares Workday at Kilbourn Park Organic Greenhouse

Saturday, February 11th

9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Kilbourn Park Organic Greenhouse

3501 N. Kilbourn

For more information, contact 773-685-3359.

Kilbourn Park is home to the Park District’s only organic facility. There is a large greenhouse and a variety of gardens to work in. You will help plant, create new beds, and maintain the indoor and outdoor areas. Projects are held inside of the greenhouse during inclement weather. All necessary tools will be provided.

Shedd’s Sustainable Seafood Cooking Class for Kids, February 9th, 7:30PM

Sameera — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:35:47 +0000

Explore Sustainable Seafood

Shedd’s Sustainable Seafood Cooking Class for Kids

Thursday, February 9th

7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Dirk’s Fish and Gourmet Shop

2070 N Clybourn

For more information, contact bhavlik@sheddaquarium.org.

Did you know your seafood choices can have a big impact on the health of our waters? Everyone can make a difference for the health of our oceans. Choosing the right seafood is perhaps the easiest, the most meaningful – and, of course, the most delicious – action you can take. Join Shedd Aquarium and Dirk’s Fish and Gourmet Shop to learn how to make sustainable seafood choices and a delicious pole-caught tuna sushi roll. Class is appropriate for ages 7 and up, with a suggested $5.00 donation.

How To Make Air-friendly Cleaning Products

Tom R. — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:17:59 +0000

We are in the heart of winter, and most likely, your windows are closed and fresh air is at a premium. So don’t pollute the air in your home with cleaning products that contain hazardous chemicals and volatile organic compounds. We will make it easy for you to find another option. Here is a recipe for making your own air-friendly cleaning products. A friendly mixture of science, conservation, and cooking skills.

Basic All-Purpose Cleaner Formula

1/2 teaspoon baking soda or 2 teaspoons borax

1/2 teaspoon liquid soap detergent

2 cups hot water

spray bottle

Combine everything into the spray bottle and shake to blend.

Content Creator: C3 Trainee Tom from www.letUbeU.com

Learn About Green Living and Saving Money at the Chance for Change Resource Fair in Calumet, Jan 21st, 10AM

Sameera — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 20:44:56 +0000

Don’t Waste Water – a cute video from Sesame Street

Tom R. — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 19:08:50 +0000

Turning off the sink, while brushing teeth or shaving, is one of our Indoor Water Conservation Tips. Here’s why (a 46-second video from Sesame Street on YouTube): Indoor Water Conservation Video

Content Creator: C3 Trainee Tom from www.letUbeU.com