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Have fun at the DUCK RACE AND PLUCK - this Saturday, Aug 14, from 3 - 5pm

This Saturday, Aug 14, from 3pm - 5pm, a DUCK RACE AND PLUCK will be held at the Dawes Park lagoon in Evanston.  This event is held to raise funds for the care of the "critters" that reside at the Evanston Ecology Center.  Rubber ducks race on waves created by volunteers with paddles.  Sponsor one duck for $10, or three (in a Quack Pack) for $25.  Kids and adults alike will have fun.  Attendees can win cool prizes.  For more information, or to reserve ducks, call 847 448-8256.

Evanston Wind Farm Update, Q&A Tonight

Tonight, Thursday, July 15, Citizens for a Greener Evanston will present an update on the wind farm proposed for Lake Michigan offshore of Evanston, along with some key highlights of Evanston’s Climate Action Plan. Residents will have an opportunity to see a slide presentation and ask questions about this dynamic concept, which could generate enough renewable electricity to power the equivalent of 40,000 homes.
 
The wind farm proposal, which would be the first offshore project in Illinois, has generated great interest since the Evanston City Council voted to issue a Request for Information ("RFI") asking developers to come forward with propsals. The session tonight, part of CGE's ‘Green Topics’ Lecture Series, will address benefits, costs, and environmental concerns. Time and place: Thur., July 15, 6:30 – 8:30 PM, Firehouse Grill, 750 Chicago Ave. Cash Bar + Dinner service available.

Brand new robins!

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The next day I checked the nest again and the eggs had hatched! Welcome to the neighborhood!

New to the neighborhood!

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I walked out onto my deck the other day and spotted a robin's nest perched in the crook of our downspout. It contained three bright turquoise eggs. I couldn't resist taking a photo!
 

Save Money & the Environment - Join ComEd's RRTP Electricity Program

The Evanston Environmental Association (EEA) and CNT Energy (a local non-profit) are partnering in an effort to enroll 200 Evanston residents in ComEd's new Residential Real-Time Pricing (RRTP) program by May 31.
 
This is a program that can SAVE YOU MONEY and HELP THE ENVIRONMENT.  ComEd customers on the RRTP program saved an average of $185 on their electricity bills last year.     
 

Come Celebrate Earth Day/Arbor Day at the Eco Center - Sat, Apr 24

Come celebrate EARTH DAY and ARBOR DAY at the EVANSTON ECOLOGY CENTER on Saturday, April 24 from 1 - 4pm. Join in the festive activities, earthly games and fun crafts. Informational stations will help guide you to a smaller environmental footprint. This year's theme celebrates the 100th anniversary of the North Shore Channel. So, bring the whole family to honor our home, sweet home! For more information, call 847/448-8256. Location: Evanston Ecology Center, 2024 McCormick Blvd, Evanston.

Free Green Fair and Electronics Recycling Sunday

This Sunday, March 14, from 1-4 pm, Go Green Wilmette, the Village of Wilmette, District 39 schools, and the Wilmette Public Library are jointly presenting GOING GREEN MATTERS: Wilmette’s Green Fair, 2010. The local-sized environmental fair for the whole family will take place at the Woman’s Club of Wilmette, 930 Greenleaf Avenue, Wilmette, and offers a number of presentations, exhibitors, and booths to learn more about living sustainably.
 
An important bonus: almost every type of electronic product can be recycled at the event. How many old computers, monitors, fax machines, and obsolete phones are in your basement? Purge your closets and your guilt at the same time.

Sign Our Petition - Keep The Evanston Ecology Center Open!

The city of Evanston for budgetary reasons is considering closing the Evanston Ecology Center.  Fans of the Center can show their support for this wonderful facility by signing an online petition.  Just click here to go to a new "Support the Evanston Ecology Center" web site.  Once on the home page, click on "Sign Our Petition in Suppo

Remember to Come to the 2009 Evanston Green Living Festival on Saturday, Oct. 3

 

 
Central Street neighbors, their families and friends are all invited to attend the 2009 Evanston Green Living Festival which will be held at the Evanston Ecology Center (2024 McCormick Blvd) on Saturday, October 3.
 

2009 Evanston Green Living Festival

All residents of Evanston and the surrounding communities are invited to attend the 2009 Evanston Green Living Festival which will be held at the Evanston Ecology Center on October 3.

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