Join Northbrook Garden Club in-person for a presentation of a ‘walk’ through nature with presenter Dan Delaney. Somme is comprised of 3 preserves: shaded woodland, sun-dappled savanna, and wide-open prairie. Somme Preserves is designated as one of the highest-quality natural areas in Illinois. For program details visit Northbrookgardenclub.org
Visit the NPL Website to pre-register We’ll discuss Fashionopolis: The Price of Fast Fashion–and the Future of Clothes by Dana Thomas. Learn how the fashion industry is exploring both cutting-edge technologies as well as renewed interest in traditional fashion practices. Ways to get the book: In a hurry? Read the children’s version, available in print at […]
Open to all, suitable for school projects too. Find out how to participate at the link below.
Join Wild Ones for a free Webinar, “Bees Beyond Honey: Understanding the Roles of Native and Managed Bees in Pollination,” featuring Sam Droege, Wildlife Biologist, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS); Dave Hunter, Founder & Owner, Crown Bees; and Lora Morandin, Associate Director, Pollinator Partnership. The presentation will explore the diverse roles bees play in ecosystems, the challenges they face, […]
The Wild Things conference is a celebration of nature, wildlife, ecosystem restoration, birding, botanizing, networking and discovery – from as low as mushrooms to high-flying as butterflies and falcons. Come spend the day-long celebration with other people who care for ecosystems and the planet and find ways to help, here in our communities. We are […]
A mega seed and resource event. Get free seeds and information for your 2025 gardens. You do not need to bring seeds to attend or to get free seeds. Support small business vendors. Grab-and-go snacks will be available for purchase. RSVP not required. Learn more below.
Learn how switching your appliances from gas to electric reduces demand for fossil fuels and benefits your health and your wallet. By switching your heating, cooling, water heating, laundry, and cooking appliances to all-electric power sources, you can eliminate carbon emissions from your home, save money on utility bills, and reduce demand for fossil fuel […]
