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SUMMARY:The Environmental Defenders' Annual Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, September 24  \nMeet at Towne Park\, Algonquin for RT ride \n1PM \nJoin the Environmental Defenders’ Transportation Action Team on a scenic bike ride Sunday\, September 24 starting at Towne Park\, Algonquin at 1PM\, and looping through Lake in the Hills and Crystal Lake before returning to Algonquin for a taste of local beer at Scorched Earth Brewery. The route\, including the relatively new Randall Road underpass\, is 15 miles long\, but shorter (7\, 8\, 11 mile) options are possible along portions of the loop.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/the-environmental-defenders-annual-bike-ride-2/
LOCATION:Towne Park\, 100 Jefferson St\, Algonquin\, IL\, 60102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member Events,Outdoor Events,Outings,Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230923T180000
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SUMMARY:Big Fall Book Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County host an annual Big Fall Book Sale September 23- October 7. It will be located at the Algonquin Township Road District Building B Garage. \nThere will be a members-only preview sale Friday\, September 22 6-8pm. If you are not an Environmental Defenders’ member but would like to participate in the pre-sale\, you will be able to join on site at a special membership price of $20 for a year’s membership\, and gain access to the pre-sale. The sale begins Saturday\, September 23 noon-4pm\, and continues running from 10am-4pm through Saturday\, October 7. It will be closed on Sundays. \nA $10 Bag Sale will be held Thursday\, Friday and Saturday\, October 5-7. \nThere will be thousands of like-new books available for purchase. \nVolunteer to work at the sale: https://signup.com/go/csrPUrH
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/big-fall-book-sale-2/
LOCATION:Algonquin Township Road District\, 3702 Route 14\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bookstore Events,Fundraising,Public Events
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SUMMARY:McHenry County Recycling Event
DESCRIPTION:Every year the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County teams up with the McHenry County Department of Health to put on several recycling events throughout the year. \nAt this event there will be: \nElectronics Recycling \nDocument Shredding \nStyrofoam\, textiles\, light bulbs($)\, batteries($) \n \nElgin Recycling will be accepting the following electronic devices:\n• Televisions & Computer Monitors ($) Credit cards and cash will be accepted onsite.\n• Computers & Small Scale Servers\n• Printers\, FAX Machines and Scanners\n• DVD Players\, DVD Recorders and VCR’s\n• Video Game Consoles\n• Digital Converter Boxes\, Cable and Satellite Receivers\n• Electronic Keyboards\, Electronic Mice and Portable Digital Music Players \nFees for TVs and Monitors:\n$15 for any size LCD monitor\n$25 for all other units up to 20 inches\n$35 for all other units 21 inches and Larger \nIf you are unable to attend one of the collection event dates\, Elgin Recycling has a permanent site at 5114 E Terra Cotta (Route176) in Crystal Lake (Across from Country Side Flower Shop).\nOpen Monday- Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm and Saturday 8:00am to 1:00pm.\nFor additional information or questions regarding electronics recycling please visit\nElgin Recycling’s website at www.elginrecycling.com or contact them at 847-741-4100.\nElgin Recycling will no longer be accepting any type of batteries at the events\, but will continue to accept them at their Crystal Lake location. \n \nPaper Tiger Document Solutions will have their shred truck onsite to securely shred your sensitive paper documents.\nPlease remember these important tips for quick shredding:\n1. The shredder can only take paper. No CD’s or thumb drives.\n2. Staples and paper clips do not need to be removed.\n3. Binder clips\, three ring binders and the like Need To Be Removed prior to shredding. Please do so before attending the event.\n4. Participants need to take back empty bags or boxes. \n \nThe Environmental Defenders of McHenry County will be onsite collecting\nFluorescent tubes and bulbs\, and LED bulbs ($0.50-$1.00 each)\nTextiles and clothing\nClean Styrofoam\nAlkaline Batteries ($1.00 per lb)\nFor additional information or questions regarding the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County please contact us at 815-338-0393.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/mchenry-county-recycling-event-7/
LOCATION:McHenry County College\, 8900 US-14\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events,Recycling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230922T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230922T150000
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
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SUMMARY:BMP: Now is the Time to use SmartSalt Practices
DESCRIPTION:The excessive use of roadsalt for deicing in winter\, particularly on parking lots and sidewalks\, is polluting the drinking water we all rely on for life and economic opportunity. Fortunately\, with Salt Smart practices we can maintain safety while eliminating the excess application of salt that is commonly used today.\n\nRingers Landscaping produces their own liquid brine that is applied to pavements before a snowstorm using a practice called “anti-icing”. The liquid brine prevents ice from forming\, which improves the contractors ability to remove snow and effectively maintain bare pavement while only applying a fraction of the salt used in more conventional practices.\n\nWe will also learn about the new Salt Smart Training and Certification program that has been developed by the Conservation Foundation for the state of Illinois. This exciting new training and certification program is designed to help successfully implement Salt Smart practices into your business\, facility\, or community. The time to start using Smart Salting practices is now and the new Salt Smart Training and Certification program will help you every step of the way.\nThis program will start with a guided tour of the Ringers Landscaping facility\, including demonstrations on how their brine is made\, stored\, and used on parking lots and sidewalks.\n\nIt will showcase how Ringers Landscaping\, a local business\, has successfully and profitably integrated Salt Smart practices into their winter operations and business model.\n\nSign up to attend here: https://tinyurl.com/BMPTourSignup
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/bmp-now-is-the-time-to-use-smartsalt-practices/
LOCATION:Ringers Landscaping\, 2101 IL-176\, Crystal Lake\, 60014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Best Management Practices,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230913T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230913T200000
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SUMMARY:2023 McHenry County Water Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Sixth Annual McHenry County Water Forum!\nWhen:\n09/13/2023 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM  \nWhere:\nMcHenry County College – Leucht Conference Center and Auditorium\n8900 US Hwy 14\nCrystal Lake\, Illinois 60012 \nThe McHenry County Water Forum provides a festive atmosphere where residents\, businesses and elected officials can learn what makes the regions water supplies special and how water resources can be protected into the future. \nThis free\, fully catered program is held every fall at the McHenry County College and features presentations by scientists\, planners\, and engineers who specialize in water resources.  By the end of the program\, attendees have a more solid understanding about water resources in McHenry County and are better informed to make decisions affecting the water supplies we all depend on. \nThis years topic is Water Conservation which is vital to support growth and protect water supplies in the county. \nThanks to our terrific sponsors catering will once again be provided by Dukes Ale House and Kitchen.  Our goal for the Water Forum is for our guests to go home smarter…and fuller…then they arrived.  With your help we can make this happen! \nFor more information contact Scott Kuykendall\,\nMcHenry County Water Resources Specialist at\nSHKuykendall@mchenrycountyil.gov
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/2023-mchenry-county-water-forum/
LOCATION:McHenry County College\, 8900 US-14\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Conservation,Public Events,Water and Natural Resource Protection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230909T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230909T203000
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SUMMARY:Soul Jam at Soulful Prairies with Defenders and MCCD as Beneficiaries
DESCRIPTION:Soul Jam takes many of the things we are passionate about and rolls them into one event. A day of good music\, good people and always supporting a good cause.\n\nEach year we choose a different local cause as the recipient of our proceeds. We offer a nice line up of about ten local bands some of whom we hire and some of whom donate their time. Food is available for sale and people are also allowed to bring coolers of food and beverages. Groups of people set up chairs and tables on the lawn and settle in to enjoy the day. Wandering the farm and meeting the animals\, and catching up with friends are among a few of the possibilities. \n\n \nThis year\, The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County\, the McHenry County Conservation District and Good Food Pantry will be the beneficiaries this year! \n‍Environmental Defenders & McHenry County Conservation District\nFounded in 1970\, the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County is a grass-roots organization dedicated to preserving\, protecting and educating about the environment. Learn more about this organization. \nFounded in 1971\, McHenry County Conservation District protects over 25\,750 acres of open space that support thriving native plants and wildlife populations\, diverse outdoor recreation\, and a myriad of educational and immersive experiences. Learn more about this organization. \nGood Food Pantry\nThe Good Food Pantry was established in 2022 in memory of David Gooding\, a long-time resident of Park Ridge\, IL\, who worked in the food industry his entire career. His family began the pantry to help the less fortunate members of the local communities who are struggling with food insecurity. GFP utilizes social media to collect non-perishable food based on what is low on local food pantries shelves to make sure individuals and families are getting the type of food that they need.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/soul-jam-at-soulful-prairies-with-defenders-and-mccd-as-beneficiaries/
LOCATION:Soulful Prairies\, 4706 Alden Rd\, Woodstock\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Fundraising,Outdoor Events,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230906T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230906T190000
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
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SUMMARY:Green Drinks McHenry County: Bring Back the Pollinators- Cherishing Our Native Bees
DESCRIPTION:About the presenter:\nXerces Society of Invertebrate Conservation Ambassador\, Brandie Dunn\, will introduce you to a variety of delightful bee characters she has had the great joy of discovering in her McHenry County backyard and travels. She will touch upon some of the significant challenges facing our native bees\, and address hope-filled action steps that can be taken to transition our yards and neighborhoods into more hospitable and welcoming places for native bees and other beneficial insects.\n\nThis event will be hybrid\, for those who are unable to attend in person. If you are unable to attend in person please considering ordering takeout from Duke’s!\nPre-registration is required for Zoom attendance\, but not for in-person attendance.\nPre-registration is required for Zoom attendance. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvfu-qqDwtHdeuJiQd8ORL2El_-jyjgB6s \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nSocializing begins at 5pm in-person\, program begins at 6 pm. \nCohosted by The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County and Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen \n\n\n\n\n\nGreen Drinks is a monthly\, informal meeting between people in the environmental field and environmentalist that takes place throughout the globe. McHenry County’s Green Drinks is held on the first Wednesday of every month at Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen in Crystal Lake. Every month features a new speaker on a topic related to environmentalism. Join us!
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/green-drinks-mchenry-county-bring-back-the-pollinators-cherishing-our-native-bees/
LOCATION:Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen\, 110 N Main St\, Crystal Lake\, Illinois\, 60014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Green Drinks
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230824T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T211847Z
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SUMMARY:Race To Reduce Waste: Brewery and Distillery Edition Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate the kick off of the next part of the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County’s Waste Reduction Actions Team’s Race To Reduce Waste: Brewery and Distillery Edition! Our team will be hosting sustainability trivia\, Kishwaukee Brewing will have BBQ by Semper Fi food truck and free tarot card readings with Annamarie! \nWhat is Race To Reduce Waste? Each time you check in at one of our participating establishments practicing sustainable efforts\, you’ll be entered into the raffle to win some swag. The customer who visits the most places will win a gift basket full of goodies! \n**Must be 21+ to participate in this extension of Race To Reduce Waste. Underage supporters can check back with us to participate in the next one!**
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/race-to-reduce-waste-brewery-and-distillery-edition-launch/
LOCATION:Kishwaukee Brewing Company\, 1900 Dillard Ct\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Outings,Promotions,Public Events,Waste Reduction
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230824T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230824T183000
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
CREATED:20230815T165038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T195940Z
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SUMMARY:Solar Switch Chicagoland Solar Power Hour
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URL:https://mcdef.org/event/solar-switch-chicagoland-solar-power-hour/
LOCATION:Woodstock Public Library\, 414 W Judd St\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Public Events,Solar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230824T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T174314Z
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SUMMARY:Race to Reduce Waste: Brewery and Distillery Edition
DESCRIPTION:A followup to our first Race\, where our Waste Reduction Action Team worked on getting composting in restaurants\, the next chapter will focus on breweries following sustainable practices\, such as recycling\, composting\, eliminating single use plastics\, etc.\n \nEach time you support a participating brewery\, just scan the posted QR code for your raffle entry. The person who visits the most participating breweries at the end of the Race will win a prize and all participants will be entered into a raffle for other prizes!\n \nParticipating breweries:\nCary Ale House\nCrystal Lake Brewery\nHolzlager Brewing\nKishwaukee Brewing\nMcHenry County Brewing\nMore Brewing\nScorched Earth Brewery\nSew Hop’d Brewery\nWild Onion Brewery\n \nIf you are a brewery\, distillery or winery interested in joining\, please email WasteReductionCL@gmail.com.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/race-to-reduce-waste-brewery-and-distillery-edition/
CATEGORIES:Promotions,Public Events,Race to Reduce Waste,Waste Reduction
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230812T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230812T150000
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SUMMARY:Float the Fox with The Defenders and Paddle On! Outfitters\, Inc.
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday\, August 12\, 9AM \nWhere: Meet at Voyageur Landing Forest Preserve at 50 Airport Rd. in Elgin to leave autos and Paddle On will shuttle us up to the boats. (They’ll shuttle you and your boat if you’re bringing your own) \nHow: Order your kayak and shuttle through Paddle On! Outfitters (see URL below) or just a shuttle if you have your own boat/s. \nStretch: Cornish Park\, Algonquin to Voyageur Landing\, Elgin – about a nine-mile journey. \nPricing: Single Sit in & Sit On Kayaks @ $50.00\, Tandem Sit On Kayaks @ $70.00\, Personal Kayak Shuttle @ $15.00 \nSIGN UP at https://app.waiversign.com/e/5c868a37ffe247133e924047/doc/5c868c070c37f5133f97ad90?event=none – 815-762-4009 \nThis trip is on one of the nicest natural stretches of the Fox River\, as it is dominated by Kane County Forest. It will be an opportunity to appreciate the beautiful Fox River and its abundant bird life\, plus local river experts will join us and educate as we paddle. There is one portage at the Carpentersville dam\, which is scheduled for removal. When you paddle with us on August 12 you’ll also have the opportunity to learn about the recent and significant designation of the Fox River as a National Recreation Trail!  Karen Ann Miller. Executive Planner\, Planning Division\, Kane County Development & Community Services Department\, will be joining us on the paddle trip and give a talk at the portage at the Carpentersville dam to share all that it took to gain this designation. We’ll stop for lunch at Rosie O’Hares in East Dundee right along the river. Expect a full day for this adventure. \nQuestions? Contact trip guide\, Cynthia Kanner\, at cynthkanner@gmail.com.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/float-the-fox-with-the-defenders-and-paddle-on-outfitters-inc-2/
LOCATION:Voyageur Landing Forest Preserve\, 50 Airport Rd\, Elgin\, 60123\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member Events,Outdoor Events,Outings,Public Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230812T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
CREATED:20230323T201818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230323T201818Z
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SUMMARY:McHenry County Document Shredding Event
DESCRIPTION:Every year the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County teams up with the McHenry County Department of Health to put on several recycling events throughout the year. \nAt this event there will be: \nDocument Shredding \n \nPaper Tiger Document Solutions will have their shred truck onsite to securely shred your sensitive paper documents.\nPlease remember these important tips for quick shredding:\n1. The shredder can only take paper. No CD’s or thumb drives.\n2. Staples and paper clips do not need to be removed.\n3. Binder clips\, three ring binders and the like Need To Be Removed prior to shredding. Please do so before attending the event.\n4. Participants need to take back empty bags or boxes.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/mchenry-county-document-shredding-event-5/
LOCATION:McHenry County Department of Health\, 667 Ware Rd\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098
CATEGORIES:Public Events,Recycling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230806T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230806T163000
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
CREATED:20230726T195726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T195726Z
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SUMMARY:Latino Conservation Picnic
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/latino-conservation-picnic-2/
LOCATION:Pleasant Valley Conservation Area\, 13119 Pleasant Valley Rd\, Woodstock\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Outdoor Events,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230804T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230804T150000
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
CREATED:20230726T201711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T201711Z
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SUMMARY:BMP Talk & Tour: Green Infrastructure for Flood Mitigation
DESCRIPTION:Like many cities throughout the country\, Crystal Lake is learning to adapt to increased flooding in our communities. This program will demonstrate how green infrastructure and native vegetation can be used to effectively mitigate flooding in urbanized areas while providing a multitude of additional benefits. \nThe program will be led by staff from Crystal Lake Public Works who have been directly involved in addressing flood issues. We will meet at the Crystal Lake City Hall for a brief presentation and then travel by bus for guided tours at three green infrastructure projects. \nThe tours will showcase a naturalized regional detention system in a neighborhood that had experienced frequent flooding\, a bioswale that provides erosion control and filters runoff before it flows into Crystal Lake\, and a network of constructed wetlands that provide much needed flood relief in an older residential community prone to flooding. \nThis tour is limited to 25 guests\, so register quickly to secure your spot! \n\nTo register\, please RSVP at https://tinyurl.com/BMPTourSignup or email Scott Kuykendall\, McHenry County Water Resources Specialist at SHKuykendall@mchenrycountyil.gov\n\nThese popular Talk and Tour programs showcase Best Management Practices successfully implemented in McHenry County. The programs are a collaborative effort with the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County and the McHenry County Department of Planning and Development.\nFor more information on how you can help protect McHenry County’s natural resources visit the Defenders website https://mcdef.org/.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/bmp-talk-tour-green-infrastructure-for-flood-mitigation/
LOCATION:Crystal Lake City Hall\, 100 Woodstock St\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60014
CATEGORIES:Best Management Practices,Conservation,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230802T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230802T190000
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
CREATED:20230710T200326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T200326Z
UID:3584-1690999200-1691002800@mcdef.org
SUMMARY:Green Drinks McHenry County: Chicago Region Trees Initiative
DESCRIPTION:About the presenter:\nTrinity Pierce\, Stewardship Manager\, Chicago Region Trees Initiative\, based out of The Morton Arboretum in Lisle\, Illinois.\n\nTrinity collaborates with communities to increase awareness of the importance and benefits of trees and foster action through plantings and ongoing maintenance in order to grow a healthier\, more diverse urban forest. She is a Certified Arborist\, holds a Master of Landscape Architecture from the University of Michigan\, and has a background in history\, ecological restoration\, and urban green space reconciliation.\n\nThis event will be hybrid\, for those who are unable to attend in person. If you are unable to attend in person please considering ordering takeout from Duke’s!\nPre-registration is required for Zoom attendance\, but not for in-person attendance.\nPre-registration is required for Zoom attendance. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/82963471273?pwd=V2REeW5QOXFxZkUxV1JlVkdQUVNFQT09 \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nSocializing begins at 5pm in-person\, program begins at 6 pm. \nCohosted by The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County and Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen \n\n\n\n\n\nGreen Drinks is a monthly\, informal meeting between people in the environmental field and environmentalist that takes place throughout the globe. McHenry County’s Green Drinks is held on the first Wednesday of every month at Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen in Crystal Lake. Every month features a new speaker on a topic related to environmentalism. Join us!
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/green-drinks-mchenry-county-chicago-region-trees-initiative/
LOCATION:Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen\, 110 N Main St\, Crystal Lake\, Illinois\, 60014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Green Drinks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230728T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230728T150000
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
CREATED:20230710T183304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T183304Z
UID:3577-1690549200-1690556400@mcdef.org
SUMMARY:BMP Talk & Tour: How to Create Successful Pollinator Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Join us to tour a wonderful native pollinator garden that was installed at Johnsburg Junior High School several years ago by students and Small Waters Education.\nSmall Waters Education helps schools and community groups plan\, create\, and maintain native plantings to fit their site conditions. During this tour you’ll learn what it takes to complete a successful garden\, including building community support\, site assessment\, design\, planting and ongoing care. Join us to learn the steps to create a special spot that provides habitat for pollinators and benefits for people\, including healthy outdoor learning spaces.\n\nThe tour will be led by Jack and Judy Speer from Small Waters Education who are regional leaders on native pollinator projects; and Andy Reinhard who will provide the perspective of the teacher who uses the native garden for classes and is responsible for long-term maintenance.\n\nTo register\, please RSVP at https://tinyurl.com/BMPTourSignup or email Scott Kuykendall\, McHenry County Water Resources Specialist at SHKuykendall@mchenrycountyil.gov\n\nThese popular Talk and Tour programs showcase Best Management Practices successfully implemented in McHenry County. The programs are a collaborative effort with the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County and the McHenry County Department of Planning and Development.\nFor more information on how you can help protect McHenry County’s natural resources visit the Defenders website https://mcdef.org/.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/bmp-talk-tour-how-to-create-successful-pollinator-gardens/
LOCATION:Johnsburg Junior High School\, 2220 W Church St\, Johnsburg\, IL\, 60051
CATEGORIES:Best Management Practices,Conservation,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230722T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230722T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
CREATED:20230323T200800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230323T201856Z
UID:3440-1690016400-1690027200@mcdef.org
SUMMARY:McHenry County Document Shredding Event
DESCRIPTION:Every year the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County teams up with the McHenry County Department of Health to put on several recycling events throughout the year. \nAt this event there will be: \nDocument Shredding \n \nPaper Tiger Document Solutions will have their shred truck onsite to securely shred your sensitive paper documents.\nPlease remember these important tips for quick shredding:\n1. The shredder can only take paper. No CD’s or thumb drives.\n2. Staples and paper clips do not need to be removed.\n3. Binder clips\, three ring binders and the like Need To Be Removed prior to shredding. Please do so before attending the event.\n4. Participants need to take back empty bags or boxes.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/mchenry-county-document-shredding-event-4/
LOCATION:McHenry County Department of Health\, 667 Ware Rd\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098
CATEGORIES:Public Events,Recycling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230705T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230705T190000
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
CREATED:20230626T170202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T204746Z
UID:3567-1688580000-1688583600@mcdef.org
SUMMARY:Green Drinks McHenry County: Geo Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:This meeting will be on Zoom only\, as Duke’s will be closed the week of the Fourth of July. \nPre-registration is required for Zoom attendance. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYkfu2rrzIiEtT_hDHirFhU_kNmPA123fNk \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nSocializing begins at 5pm in-person\, program begins at 6 pm. \nCohosted by The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County and Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen \n\n\n\n\n\nGreen Drinks is a monthly\, informal meeting between people in the environmental field and environmentalist that takes place throughout the globe. McHenry County’s Green Drinks is held on the first Wednesday of every month at Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen in Crystal Lake. Every month features a new speaker on a topic related to environmentalism. Join us!
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/green-drinks-mchenry-county-geo-power-hour/
LOCATION:Zoom\, IL
CATEGORIES:Green Drinks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230608T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230610T160000
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
CREATED:20230404T182758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T161302Z
UID:3461-1686214800-1686412800@mcdef.org
SUMMARY:“Use It Again” Garage Sale
DESCRIPTION:Location:\nAlgonquin Township Garage B\n3702 US HIGHWAY 14\nCrystal Lake \nWe will start taking your lightly used household items and tools on Sunday\, May 29 at 2 PM. All items must be CLEAN and in working order with all their parts (cords\, battery packs\, etc). Items that sell well: toys\, sturdy furniture including yard furniture\, kitchen items especially eating utensils as well as plates and bowls\, and pots & pans and anything for the yard. \nSorry\, but we cannot take: clothing\, stuffed animals\, kitchen appliances that are not clean throughout\, non-working small appliances or toys\, large appliances\, TVs\, monitors or computers and large exercise equipment. \nPlease be thoughtful when choosing your items for donation and remember we may have to take the items home if they don’t sell for disposal so we may ask you to leave your phone number for pick up if it doesn’t sell. \nDonation Drop-off Dates: \nSunday\, June 4 – 2 PM – 4 PM & Monday\, June 5 through Wednesday\, June 7 – 10 AM to 3 PM \nSale Dates: \nThursday\, June 8 through Saturday June 10 – 9 AM to 4 PM \nTo volunteer at this event\, please use this link: https://signup.com/go/ySOzNLG
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/use-it-again-garage-sale/
LOCATION:Algonquin Township Road District\, 3702 Route 14\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230607T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230607T190000
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
CREATED:20230410T194239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T185140Z
UID:3467-1686157200-1686164400@mcdef.org
SUMMARY:Green Drinks McHenry County: Carbon Capture in IL
DESCRIPTION:Topics To Discuss: \nLan and Pam Richart are Co-Directors of Eco-Justice Collaborative\, a non-profit that utilizes grassroots education and advocacy to address urgent environmental issues through the lens of social\, economic\, and environmental justice. Lan is an ecologist and Pam a land use planner. For over 20 years they were principals and owners of a Chicago area environmental consulting firm specializing in environmental impact assessment and public involvement.\nIn 2004\, Lan and Pam sold their business to three senior employees and began the journey into the non-profit world. Since then\, EJC has brought organizations and individuals together in coalition\, working to address global climate change\, reduce the use of fossil fuels\, promote environmental sustainability and support the development of renewable energy.\n\nEJC was the lead organizer of the 2012 and 2013 Bioneers conferences held at UIC and Roosevelt University. They were the the motivating forces behind the Chicago Clean Power Ordinance that led to the closure of the Fisk and Crawford coal plants. They organized a grassroots effort that helped force Dynegy Midwest Energy to begin a cleanup of 3.3 million cubic tons of toxic coal ash along Illinois’ only scenic river and also led to the passage of the Coal Ash Pollution Prevention Act in 2019.\n\nEJC is now leading a statewide coalition opposing the current build out of thousands of miles of CO2 pipeline by the oil and gas industry; part of a plan to prolong the use of fossil fuels by capturing tens of millions of tons of carbon emissions and injecting them underground in central Illinois.\nWelcome – Coalition to Stop CO2 Pipelines (noillinoisco2pipelines.org)\nThis event will be hybrid\, for those who are unable to attend in person. \nPre-registration is required for Zoom attendance\, but not for in-person attendance. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0ocuurqjItGt0MEtPCRqG6rGJmbQ_qxv9U \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nSocializing begins at 5pm in-person\, program begins at 6 pm. \nCohosted by The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County and Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen \n\n\n\n\n\nGreen Drinks is a monthly\, informal meeting between people in the environmental field and environmentalist that takes place throughout the globe. McHenry County’s Green Drinks is held on the first Wednesday of every month at Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen in Crystal Lake. Every month features a new speaker on a topic related to environmentalism. Join us!
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/green-drinks-mchenry-county-introduction-to-the-wonderful-world-of-moths/
LOCATION:Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen\, 110 N Main St\, Crystal Lake\, Illinois\, 60014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Green Drinks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230604T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230607T150000
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
CREATED:20230404T183735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T161044Z
UID:3462-1685887200-1686150000@mcdef.org
SUMMARY:Summer “Use It Again” Sale Donation Drop-off
DESCRIPTION:Location:\nAlgonquin Township Garage B\n3702 US HIGHWAY 14\nCrystal Lake \nWe will start taking your lightly used household items and tools on Sunday\, June 4 at 2 PM. All items must be CLEAN and in working order with all their parts (cords\, battery packs\, etc). Items that sell well: toys\, sturdy furniture including yard furniture\, kitchen items especially eating utensils as well as plates and bowls\, and pots & pans and anything for the yard. \nSorry\, but we cannot take: clothing\, stuffed animals\, kitchen appliances that are not clean throughout\, non-working small appliances or toys\, large appliances\, TVs\, monitors or computers and large exercise equipment. \nPlease be thoughtful when choosing your items for donation and remember we may have to take the items home if they don’t sell for disposal so we may ask you to leave your phone number for pick up if it doesn’t sell. \nDonation Drop-off Dates: \nSunday\, June 4 – 2 PM – 4 PM & Monday\, June 5 through Wednesday\, June 7 – 10 AM to 3 PM \nSale Dates: \nThursday\, June 8 through Saturday June 10 – 9 AM to 4 PM \nTo volunteer at this event\, please use this link: https://signup.com/go/ySOzNLG
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/summer-use-it-again-sale-donation-drop-off-2/
LOCATION:Algonquin Township Road District\, 3702 Route 14\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230602T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230602T150000
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
CREATED:20230516T195333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T204245Z
UID:3521-1685710800-1685718000@mcdef.org
SUMMARY:BMP Talk & Tour: How to Care for your trees and find funding for Urban Forests
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about some local threats to trees\, how to provide excellent care for trees on your facility’s property\, and funding opportunities for urban forestry that are available to local governments through the Inflation Reduction Act. Urban and community forestry have historically been underfunded\, but now may be the time to start asking what is needed to properly care for your trees. \n\nCindi Jablonski from the McHenry County Conservation District will give an overview of spongy moths\, which can be a threat to trees in our area. She will cover their biology and provide some information on the pesticide Btk\, which is commonly used to kill their larvae (caterpillars).\nSteve Lane from Graf Tree Care will teach about best practices for caring for trees as well as possible funding sources to implement these practices on a landscape\, municipal\, county\, etc. scale.\nLisa Haderlein from The Land Conservancy of McHenry County will share information about the their Project Quercus Planting Project where oaks can be planted on your facility’s grounds for free.   \nAfter the presentations we will take a short walk through the oak woodlands near the Center providing additional tips on tree I.D. and tree care.  \n\nTo register for this workshop\, please RSVP at https://tinyurl.com/BMPTourSignup \nThe Talk and Tour workshops are provided by the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County’s Water and Natural Resources Protection Action Team in collaboration with the McHenry County Department of Planning and Development.   \nFor more information on how you can help protect McHenry County’s natural resources visit the Defenders website https://mcdef.org/.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/bmp-talk-tour-how-to-care-for-your-trees-and-find-funding-for-urban-forests/
LOCATION:Prarieview Education Center\, 2112 Behan Rd\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60014
CATEGORIES:Best Management Practices,Conservation,Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230519T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230519T150000
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
CREATED:20230502T205552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T205552Z
UID:3507-1684501200-1684508400@mcdef.org
SUMMARY:BMP Talk & Tour: State & Federal Incentives for Clean Energy
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to learn about State & Federal Incentives for Clean Energy\n \nFriday\, May 19  \n1-3pm \nStage Left\, 125 W Van Buren St\, Woodstock\n \nJoin us to learn how to get funding for energy efficiency improvements for your buildings and homes. With the passage of the Illinois Clean Energy Jobs Act and the Federal Inflation Reduction Act\, there are many opportunities and incentives available to governmental bodies\, as well as homeowners and businesses\, to increase their energy efficiency\, reduce their utility costs and improve comfort. \nMarina Minic\, from the Citizens Utility Board\, will detail all the opportunities available to governmental bodies and businesses. Opportunities for homeowners will then be presented by Mike Zanillo\, from Citizens’ Climate Lobby. After the presentations we will be treated to a virtual tour of the geothermal heat pump installation in the Old Courthouse Restoration Project in Woodstock from the project’s architect. The geothermal system and other energy efficiency practices used in this project are impressive examples of what can be accomplished with the funding and incentives described in this Talk and Tour. \nTo register for this session\, RSVP at https://tinyurl.com/BMPTourSignup. \nThe Talk and Tour workshops are provided by the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County’s Water and Natural Resources Protection Action Team with assistance from the McHenry County Department of Planning and Development.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/bmp-talk-tour-state-and-federal-incentives-for-clean-energy/
LOCATION:Stage Left\, 125 W Van Buren St\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Best Management Practices,Community Outreach,Public Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230430
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
CREATED:20230418T203326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T203326Z
UID:3490-1682553600-1682812799@mcdef.org
SUMMARY:$10 Bag Book Sale at The Green Spot Bookstore
DESCRIPTION:Fill a paper grocery bag with your choice of books from The Green Spot Clearance Corner for just $10.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/10-bag-book-sale-at-the-green-spot-bookstore-3/
LOCATION:The Green Spot\, 110 S. Johnson St\, Suite 104\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bookstore Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230422T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230422T160000
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
CREATED:20230411T193607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T193607Z
UID:3478-1682164800-1682179200@mcdef.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Celebration at Prairieview Education Center
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day Celebration \n12 p.m. to 4 p.m.\nPrairieview Education Center \n\n\nJoin us in celebrating Earth Day in McHenry County! EVENT IS ALL OUTDOORS!\nThe event will feature guided hikes\, games\, planting activity\, a vendor scavenger hunt\, a puppet show and much more.\n\nBring a picnic lunch!\n\nFree / All-Ages / No registration required.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/earth-day-celebration-at-prairieview-education-center/
LOCATION:Prarieview Education Center\, 2112 Behan Rd\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60014
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230525
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
CREATED:20230424T203313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T203313Z
UID:3498-1681948800-1684972799@mcdef.org
SUMMARY:McHenry County Race to Reduce Waste
DESCRIPTION:Reducing waste is an important task for the environment\, and local businesses can make a big impact by implementing composting programs. To encourage this effort\, the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County are launching the “Race to Reduce Waste” promotion\, which runs from April 20th to May 20th\, 2023. \nDuring this time\, guests who dine at participating restaurants will have the opportunity to win a $100 gift certificate to their favorite business by entering a raffle. The more you dine\, the more chances you have to win! To enter\, simply scan the unique QR code at each restaurant and fill out the form. If you’re having trouble finding the QR code\, just ask your server. \nThe participating restaurants include Crystal Lake Brewing\, Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen\, Conscious Cup Coffee Roasters (Crystal Lake location only)\, Dunkin’ Donuts Crystal Lake (Crystal Lake location on Route 14 only)\, Julie Ann’s Frozen Custard\, Cantina 52\, AROMA\, and UpRising Bakery and Cafe. Each of these businesses has implemented a composting program for the duration of the promotion\, and they have displayed a supplied sign with their unique QR code in a prominent space within their establishment for guests to use to check in. \nThe first guest to visit all of the participating restaurants within the time frame will win a special gift basket featuring local products and reusable materials. It’s a great way to support local businesses and reduce waste in the community. \nA very special thank you to McHenry County College and Hickory Hall Crystal Lake for signing up for our composting program without participating in the Race to reduce Waste. \nTo participate\, businesses receive training and resources from WasteNot\, and they will be supplied with educational and training materials for their team. Additionally\, the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County will provide signage for employees and customers\, guidance for purchasing certified compostable containers and other products\, press releases about the program and its participants\, and advertising for the businesses to their over 3\,000 followers via email and social media. \nIf your business would like to participate\, it’s not too late to sign up! Email the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County’s Waste Reduction Action Team at WasteReductionCL@gmail.com. Let’s work together to encourage local businesses to compost and reduce waste! Don’t forget to like and follow the EDMC Waste Reduction Team page on Facebook to stay informed about future programs. \nIn conclusion\, the “Race to Reduce Waste” promotion is a great initiative to promote sustainability and support local businesses. By dining at participating restaurants and scanning the QR code\, you can help reduce waste and possibly win a $100 gift certificate to your favorite local business. Let’s join hands to make a difference!
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/mchenry-county-race-to-reduce-waste/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Promotions,Waste Reduction
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230415T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230415T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
CREATED:20230323T190901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230323T195310Z
UID:3347-1681549200-1681560000@mcdef.org
SUMMARY:McHenry County Recycling Event
DESCRIPTION:Every year the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County teams up with the McHenry County Department of Health to put on several recycling events throughout the year. \nAt this event there will be: \nElectronics Recycling \nDocument Shredding \nStyrofoam\, textiles\, light bulbs($)\, batteries($) \n \nElgin Recycling will be accepting the following electronic devices:\n• Televisions & Computer Monitors ($) Credit cards and cash will be accepted onsite.\n• Computers & Small Scale Servers\n• Printers\, FAX Machines and Scanners\n• DVD Players\, DVD Recorders and VCR’s\n• Video Game Consoles\n• Digital Converter Boxes\, Cable and Satellite Receivers\n• Electronic Keyboards\, Electronic Mice and Portable Digital Music Players \nFees for TVs and Monitors:\n$15 for any size LCD monitor\n$25 for all other units up to 20 inches\n$35 for all other units 21 inches and Larger \nIf you are unable to attend one of the collection event dates\, Elgin Recycling has a permanent site at 5114 E Terra Cotta (Route176) in Crystal Lake (Across from Country Side Flower Shop).\nOpen Monday- Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm and Saturday 8:00am to 1:00pm.\nFor additional information or questions regarding electronics recycling please visit\nElgin Recycling’s website at www.elginrecycling.com or contact them at 847-741-4100.\nElgin Recycling will no longer be accepting any type of batteries at the events\, but will continue to accept them at their Crystal Lake location. \n \nPaper Tiger Document Solutions will have their shred truck onsite to securely shred your sensitive paper documents.\nPlease remember these important tips for quick shredding:\n1. The shredder can only take paper. No CD’s or thumb drives.\n2. Staples and paper clips do not need to be removed.\n3. Binder clips\, three ring binders and the like Need To Be Removed prior to shredding. Please do so before attending the event.\n4. Participants need to take back empty bags or boxes. \n \nThe Environmental Defenders of McHenry County will be onsite collecting\nFluorescent tubes and bulbs\, \, and LED bulbs ($0.50-$1.00 each)\nTextiles and clothing\nClean Styrofoam\nAlkaline Batteries ($1.00 per lb)\nFor additional information or questions regarding the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County please contact us at 815-338-0393.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/mchenry-county-recycling-event-5/
LOCATION:Milky Way Park\, 300 Lawrence Rd\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033
CATEGORIES:Public Events,Recycling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230411T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230411T203000
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
CREATED:20230404T181056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T213115Z
UID:3458-1681237800-1681245000@mcdef.org
SUMMARY:‘30 x 30’ U.S. Land and Oceans Climate Goal
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited! On Tuesday\, April 11\, The Illinois Environmental Council (IEC) and the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County are hosting an event focused on conservation efforts in the county and across the state. We’ll present information about the Illinois is Beautiful Coalition and Campaign that aims to support President Biden’s America the Beautiful goals\, which are to protect and conserve 30% of land\, water\, and ocean by 2030. IEC will also share updates about the conservation and open space issues that IEC and our partners are working on at the state capitol and beyond. We’re excited to hear from attendees about their perspectives.\n\nThe event will be held at MCC’s Shah Center located at 4100 W Shamrock Lane in McHenry from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served. More information about this goal can be found at: https://yaleclimateconnections.org/…/details-behind…/ and at America the Beautiful | U.S. Department of the Interior (doi.gov).\n\nREGISTER IN ADVANCE: https://ilenviro.salsalabs.org/30x30mchenry/index.html?eType=EmailBlastContent&eId=ac420783-2136-4220-808c-004b9aa58714
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/30-x-30-u-s-land-and-oceans-climate-goal/
LOCATION:McHenry County Shah Center\, 4100 West Shamrock Lane\, McHenry\, IL\, 60050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Conservation,Education,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230405T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230405T190000
DTSTAMP:20260710T001822
CREATED:20230307T190257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230307T190257Z
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SUMMARY:Green Drinks McHenry County: Ways Renters & Homeowners Can Access Energy Efficiency & Cost Saving Programs
DESCRIPTION:Topics To Discuss: \nCitizens Utility Board (CUB) will lead the April 5 Green Drinks event diving into ways renters and homeowners can access energy efficiency and cost saving programs. During this presentation\, you will receive information on:\n-Building Decarbonization\n-The benefits of building electrification\n-New tax credits and rebates for home energy improvements available through the Inflation Reduction Act\n-Heat Pumps and Induction Stoves\n-Free programs designed to save you energy and money \nAbout the speaker: \nDavid Weaver is the Carbon Free Buildings Coordinator at Citizens Utility Board where he splits his time working on policy and outreach. He is the primary author of their Guide to the Inflation Reduction Act. He is also on the Board of Directors of the Midwest Building Decarbonization Coalition\, and is a member of the Illinois Environmental Council’s Young Professionals Board. \nThis event will be hybrid\, for those who are unable to attend in person. \nPre-registration is required for Zoom attendance\, but not for in-person attendance. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrde-hqjooE9HcxQ9jDwO_mrDji6HF0Vu6 \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nSocializing begins at 5pm in-person\, program begins at 6 pm. \nCohosted by The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County and Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen \n\n\n\n\n\nGreen Drinks is a monthly\, informal meeting between people in the environmental field and environmentalist that takes place throughout the globe. McHenry County’s Green Drinks is held on the first Wednesday of every month at Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen in Crystal Lake. Every month features a new speaker on a topic related to environmentalism. Join us!\n[/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/green-drinks-mchenry-county-ways-renters-homeowners-can-access-energy-efficiency-cost-saving-programs/
LOCATION:Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen\, 110 N Main St\, Crystal Lake\, Illinois\, 60014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Green Drinks
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SUMMARY:$10 Bag Book Sale at The Green Spot Bookstore
DESCRIPTION:Fill a paper grocery bag with your choice of books from The Green Spot Clearance Corner for just $10.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/10-bag-book-sale-at-the-green-spot-bookstore-2/
LOCATION:The Green Spot\, 110 S. Johnson St\, Suite 104\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bookstore Events
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