What are the top 13 invasive plant species found in Lake County? Learn identifying characteristics, practical tips and the best times of year to manage them. Plus, discover key steps to introduce native flowers, shrubs and trees into your home landscape.
Come join us on April 25th from 9-11 am in the Ravinia Festival west parking lot (entrance off of Green Bay Rd). We're having our annual EV show, in conjunction with the City of Highland Park's Arbor Day event. We will have many EV models from many makers, including some new for 2026 models. If […]
Dr. Doug Tallamy, renowned expert on natural ecosystems and co-founder of Homegrown National Park, will present insights into surprising natural processes unfolding in our own yards. Dr. Tallamy is an entomologist, conservationist, and professor at the University of Delaware, whose work has transformed our understanding of the relationship between native plants and wildlife. After the presentation, attendees can speak with […]
Free Compost for Residents Join us on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, at 836 Deerfield Road, Deerfield, IL 60015. The Village of Deerfield is partnering with SWALCO to celebrate International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW) and provide residents with free, local compost soil. Reap all of the benefits of using compost […]
Friday, May 15th, 9:00am to 4:00pm and Saturday, May 16th, 9:00am to 2:00pm Northbrook Village Green Park Center - 1810 Walters Avenue Gardeners! Shop local for beautiful, well-behaved homegrown + nursery grown native plants, cultivars and favorites from our gardens to yours. Experienced & master gardeners available for gardening tips in our rain resistant indoor […]
Join the Village of Deerfield and Deerfield Park District from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 16, for a kid- and adult-friendly Open House at Deerfield’s Public Works Facility, 465 Elm Street. Parking is available at the Patty Turner Center, 375 Elm Street. The Village will free compost toolkits to give away, as […]
Join us for the 4th annual Highland Park Native Garden Tour, organized by Habitat Highland Park and Go Green HP! The tour is FREE of charge and will take place on Saturday, July 11, from 12-4pm. The self-directed tour will showcase four sustainable native plant gardens right here in Highland Park.Use the link below, or […]
Native Garden Tour Sun. August 16th 10-1pm Location: Various Mount Prospect gardens, map available the week of tour Join us for a free native garden walk, touring Mount Prospect gardens that have incorporated natives into their landscapes. Visit them at your own leisure, whether its walking, biking or driving to each of the homes. At […]
Join us for an EV showcase at the Highland Park Vintage Car Show on August 22. We expect 2,000 visitors to attend the show, and will include electric vehicles to demonstrate how people can be more sustainable with their vehicle choices. Owners of specific EV models will share their experience of owning and driving an […]
Join the gardeners of the Deerfield Historical Society for a tour of the gardens at the Historic Village on Deerfield and Kipling. Master gardeners from the Lake County extension of the U. of Illinois will be there to answer questions and provide gardening advice. There will also be representatives from Wild Ones, Lake County Audubon […]