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SUMMARY:Invasive Species\, Native Landscaping\, and You
DESCRIPTION:What are the top 13 invasive plant species found in Lake County? \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn 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.
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/invasive-species-native-landscaping-and-you/
LOCATION:Deerfield Public Library\, 920 Waukegan Road\, Deerfield\, IL\, 60015
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T022726Z
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SUMMARY:Deerfield Library Presentation: Nuclear Power: Why Now?
DESCRIPTION:CITIZENS’ CLIMATE LOBBY – HIGHLAND PARK/DEERFIELD CHAPTER\nInvites you to join us for a presentation and discussion:\n“NUCLEAR POWER: WHY NOW?”\nPresented by Tom Rausch \, retired Exelon Nuclear Engineer and former Illinois Radiation Safety Officer\nSaturday March 7th\, 10:00 am – 11:15 am\nDeerfield Public Library\n920 Waukegan Road\, Deerfield IL\nMeeting Room Lower Level\nOpen to the General Public\nWe look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/deerfield-library-presentation-nuclear-power-why-now/
LOCATION:Deerfield Public Library\, 920 Waukegan Road\, Deerfield\, IL\, 60015
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20260213T162646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T162646Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Seed Sowing Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Join Joanna Swidzinski from Go Green Mount Prospect for a hands-on Winter Sowing workshop and discover the magic of growing plants outdoors during the cold months! \nYou’ll explore the science behind this low-cost\, sustainable gardening method and learn tips for successful spring growth. You will leave the class with your very own milk jug of sown seeds.
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/winter-seed-sowing-presentation/
LOCATION:Deerfield Public Library\, 920 Waukegan Road\, Deerfield\, IL\, 60015
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20250925T024641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T024743Z
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SUMMARY:Healthy Hedges & Buckthorn Removal Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for October 4 and head to the Deerfield Public Library for an engaging event with the Village of Deerfield Sustainability Commission. Dive into the world of restoration ecology with Matt Ueltzen\, Manager of Restoration Ecology\, and Brett Peto\, Environmental Communications Specialist\, from Lake County Forest Preserves. Learn how to conquer pesky invasive buckthorn and discover some fantastic native plant alternatives. This is your chance to pick up handy tips\, meet fellow nature enthusiasts and chat about making your green spaces thrive.
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/2442/
LOCATION:Deerfield Public Library\, 920 Waukegan Road\, Deerfield\, IL\, 60015
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250713T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20250627T030522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T030522Z
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SUMMARY:Winnetka Yards That Work Sustainable Yard Tour
DESCRIPTION:Go Green Winnetka is honored to host its fifth Yards That Work Sustainable Yard Tour on Sunday\, July 13\, from 10 am – 2 pm. The tour will feature four yards designed to spark the imagination and show the possibilities of sustainable living in your own backyard. From an Environmental and Forestry Commission Green Award winner to a three-acre Backyard Flower Lab\, there’s something for everyone to enjoy and be moved by. Mark your calendars. You won’t want to miss this one! \n  \nCheck back here soon for more information.
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/winnetka-yards-that-work-sustainable-yard-tour/
LOCATION:Il
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20250627T030212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T030212Z
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SUMMARY:Go Green Highland Park Native Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Go Green Highland Park for a free native plant garden tour on Saturday\, July 12\, 12-4 p.m. (rain date: Sun\, July 13). Register today! Sign up here and A URL to a map of the five gardens will be emailed several days before the event\, along with a list of host site addresses. \nTo respect our hosts’ privacy prior to the event\, a tour map of the five gardens will only be posted on our website from July 10 through the end of the tour.
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/go-green-highland-park-native-garden-tour/
LOCATION:Il
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250705T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250705T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20250627T025132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T025308Z
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SUMMARY:Lake Bluff Native Habitat Walk
DESCRIPTION:Growing Native Habitat Lake Bluff hosts a native habitat walk. Beginning at the Artesian Park Demonstration Garden\, the walk features two properties on the east side of Lake Bluff From 9-11 AM and two properties in the Knollwood neighborhood from 1-3 PM. \nFOR FURTHER INFORMATION\, CONTACT US AT growingnativegardenslb@gmail.com.
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/lake-bluff-native-habitat-walk/
LOCATION:Il
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250702T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250702T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20250627T025743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T025743Z
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SUMMARY:Go Green Deerfield Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Go Green Deerfield’s monthly meetings are open to the public and everyone is encouraged to attend. Meetings are informal and attending a meeting is a great way to learn more about what GGD does and how you can get involved. \nOur next GGD meeting will be next Tues\, 7/1\, at 7:00 PM in the library Board Room. \nThe following meeting will be Thurs 7/24\, at 7:00 PM in library Room C. 
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/go-green-deerfield-monthly-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Deerfield Public Library\, 920 Waukegan Road\, Deerfield\, IL\, 60015
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250519
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20250505T014250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T014250Z
UID:2364-1747353600-1747612799@gogreendeerfield.org
SUMMARY:SWALCO Compost Giveaway - Deerfield
DESCRIPTION:The Village of Deerfield is partnering with SWALCO to provide free\, locally-sourced compost soil to local residents as part of International Compost Awareness week. \nResidents are welcome to come by any time May 16th through the 18th to pick up compost (while supplies last). Shovels will be available but residents should bring their own containers (20 gallons max). \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/swalco-compost-giveaway-deerfield/
LOCATION:Deerfield Metra Parking Lot\, 1415 Elm Street\, Deerfield\, IL\, 60015\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20250419T024601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250419T025212Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Chicago River Day in Deerfield
DESCRIPTION:Every year since 1992\, thousands of volunteers come together on Chicago River Day to remove litter and care for river-adjacent lands. You can make a difference by volunteering at this fun\, free\, family-friendly annual stewardship day.  \nGo Green Deerfield is excited to once again host two Chicago River Day locations here in our own backyard! We will be doing stewardship activities like trail building\, mulching and removing invasive species\, and collecting litter.
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/2025-chicago-river-day-in-deerfield/
LOCATION:Briarwood Park & Trinity Woods\, Deerfield\, Deerfield
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20250428T023010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T023249Z
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SUMMARY:Highland Park EV show and Arbor Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Go Green Highland Park\, in association with the City of Highland Park’s Arbor Day event\, will be hosting an EV show. We will offer a wide variety of the available EVs with the opportunity to learn from both owners and local dealers.\n \n\nPlant & Tree Giveaways to green up your home & garden\nTree Planting Demonstration/Q & A Session\n“Meet & Greet” with birds of prey hosted by Northern Illinois Raptor Rehab & Education\nTouch-A-Truck Exhibit\nHefty ReNew Recycling Starter Kit Giveaway\nConfidential Document Shredding (No businesses; limit four banker’s boxes/bags per vehicle)\nBicycle Recycling courtesy of Working Bikes(Adult bikes accepted in repairable condition or gently-used kids bikes\, bike parts\, tools\, and accessories)\nElectric Vehicle Showcase-Find a list of participating vehicles here.
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/highland-park-ev-show-and-arbor-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Ravinia Festival West Parking Lot\, 301 Ravinia Park Rd\, Highland Park\, il\, 60035
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20250419T023806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250419T024015Z
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SUMMARY:Earth & Arbor Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Riverwoods Preservation Council presents a fun-filled celebration of Earth Day and Arbor Day as we honor our planet and its incredible trees! 🌱🌎\nCome together for an afternoon of music\, activities\, sustainability market\, connect with locals\, and cake (because who doesn’t love cake? 🎂)! Let’s get our hands dirty\, learn something new\, and make the world a greener place—one tree at a time.\n🌿 When: Saturday April 26\, 1-4pm\n🌿 Where: Riverwoods Village Hall\n🌿 What to bring: A love for the Earth\, a friend\, and a positive attitude!\nSee you there for a green celebration to rememb \n \ner!
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/earth-arbor-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Riverwoods Village Hall\, 300 Portwine Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241011T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241011T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20241011T023156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T023246Z
UID:2266-1728648000-1728651600@gogreendeerfield.org
SUMMARY:IEC Town Hall with representative Bob Morgan
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/iec-town-hall-with-representative-bob-morgan/
LOCATION:Il
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20230920T003130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T003335Z
UID:2167-1696068000-1696087800@gogreendeerfield.org
SUMMARY:Illinois Solar Tour
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this year’s hybrid Illinois Solar Tour – In-person and virtual tours set for Saturday\, Sept 30 from 10am-3 pm. This annual event showcases homes and businesses across the state. Learn how you can make a step towards sustainable energy that reduces costs\, supports energy independence\, and reduces carbon emissions.  \nGo Green Deerfield is proud to be the sponsor of the Deerfield Community tour\, with seven sites around town to visit in-person or online. \nLearn more and register at www.illinoissolar.org/Illinois-Solar-Tour
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/illinois-solar-tour/
LOCATION:Il
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230827T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230827T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20230823T014357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T014358Z
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SUMMARY:Highland Park Garden Tours
DESCRIPTION:Habitat HP Sustainable Garden Tour\nSunday\, August 27\, 1-4 PM:\n\n\nCome explore pollinator-friendly gardens full of native plants (and some cultivars) that attract a wide variety of pollinators\, from caterpillars\, bees\, and butterflies to hummingbirds\, and even bats! This late-summer tour will feature August blooms alongside rain barrels\, fruit and veggie plants\, and more. Chat with owners about their gardens and NWF certification. Help us gather feedback so that we can offer a larger number of gardens for the 2024 garden tour! \nHost site addresses and a map will be published on the GGHP homepage\, the Habitat HP page and sent via email to registrants on Friday\, August 25.
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/highland-park-garden-tours/
LOCATION:Il
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230825T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230826T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20230823T013334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T013902Z
UID:2159-1692982800-1693054800@gogreendeerfield.org
SUMMARY:Aster Hours with Sue Davis
DESCRIPTION:Join Go Green Deerfield at Aster Hours with Sue Davis.\n\n\nFriday\, August 25\, 5-7 pm\nSaturday\, August 26\, 11 am to 1 pm\nSue’s Garden – 1171 Oxford Road\, Deerfield\n\n\nLearn about this important late season native pollinator resource & classic fall perennial.\n\n\nSelect and take home some asters for your garden; 13 different species available. There are asters for sun to shade and wet to dry areas – select the ones best for your garden.\n\n\nFree – only for personal use or conservation/habitat restoration projects; not for resale.\n\n\nHope to see you there.
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/aster-hours-with-sue-davis/
LOCATION:Il
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230311T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230311T233000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20230209T145356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T145534Z
UID:2097-1678528800-1678577400@gogreendeerfield.org
SUMMARY:Ask the Arborist
DESCRIPTION:Join the Village Arborist for a short presentation and Q&A on tree selection\, care\, and health.  You may submit questions in advance by March 8th to alichterman@deerfield.il.us.
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/ask-the-arborist/
LOCATION:Deerfield Public Library\, 920 Waukegan Road\, Deerfield\, IL\, 60015
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220730T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220730T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20220616T041224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T041225Z
UID:2038-1659175200-1659189600@gogreendeerfield.org
SUMMARY:4th Annual Go Green Deerfield Sustainable Yard Tour
DESCRIPTION:It’s back and better than ever this year!  Showcasing some beautiful\, practical\, and sustainable yards and homes right here in Deerfield\, the GGD Sustainable Yard Tour on Saturday\, July 30th from 10 am to 2 pm will be sure to inspire you to do something new in your yard to save money\, time\, and resources. \nMeet members of our community\, see their yards\, and have a great conversation about sustainability.  See pretty butterfly gardens and other native plantings\, fantastic veggie gardens to feed your whole family\, wise water use with rain gardens and rain barrels\, multiple home and municipal composting\, rooftop solar\, and even get to meet some backyard chickens. \nStay tuned for details!
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/4th-annual-go-green-deerfield-sustainable-yard-tour/
LOCATION:Il
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220619T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220619T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20220616T035908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T035908Z
UID:2036-1655640000-1655647200@gogreendeerfield.org
SUMMARY:Go Green Deerfield volunteer workday at Deerfield Historical site
DESCRIPTION:Deerfield Area Historical Society and the historic site by Kipling school is undergoing renovation of their gardens around the historic buildings. \nPart of the renovation is phasing out some of the non-natives liked lilies and transitioning to more native species used by Native Americans and early settlers in our area\, such as Ecchinacea (Purple coneflower)\, milkweeds\, and many more plants and trees. \nJoin members of the DAHS and GGD to weed and plant in the gardens on Saturday\, June 18th from 12 pm to 2 pm. \nBring some hand tools and a sharp spade if available.  Cold soda and water included!
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/go-green-deerfield-volunteer-workday-at-deerfield-historical-site/
LOCATION:Illinois State Capital\, 301 W. 2nd St\, Springfield\, IL\, 62701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220616T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220616T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20220616T035121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T041338Z
UID:2033-1655373600-1655380800@gogreendeerfield.org
SUMMARY:Go Green Deerfield volunteer workday at Patty Turner Center
DESCRIPTION:Come out and help tidy up both the front garden and east side butterfly garden tomorrow at Patty Turner Center from 10 am to 12 pm\, or until it’s too hot to work! \nBring some garden hand tools\, a sharp spade if you have one handy\, and some ice cold water.   I’ll have some soda for brave garden souls:) \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/go-green-deerfield-volunteer-workday-at-patty-turner-center/
LOCATION:Patty Turner Center\, 375 Elm St.\, Deerfield\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220526T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220526T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20220520T222031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220520T222031Z
UID:2027-1653559200-1653566400@gogreendeerfield.org
SUMMARY:Go Green Deerfield volunteer workday at Walden school park
DESCRIPTION:Join members of Go Green Deerfield do some perennial plant division of this established native tallgrass prairie garden around the Walden school sign. \nAlso will do some weeding\, and potentially some clean up/plant division in the wet natural area east of the semi-circular drive and Walden sign. \nPlants likely needing division:  yellow coneflower\, sweet black eyed Susan\, goldenrod\, whorled milkweed\, possibly few others such as little or big bluestem\, Indian grass\, tall coreopsis\, New England aster. \nMeet by the Walden sign at 10 am.  Parking on Warrington and Essex is best during the school day. \nVery helpful to bring:  shovel and/or spade\, pruning shears\, soil knife\, hand trowel\, gloves.  Wear sturdy work shoes.  *Can drop off items then park car \n**May have additional workday on Memorial Day weekend depending on how much work is left. \nPlease email questions to Amy  acall71@gmail.com \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/go-green-deerfield-volunteer-workday-at-walden-school-park/
LOCATION:walden elementary\, 630 Essex Ct\, Deerfield
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220521T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20220503T163726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220520T222135Z
UID:2019-1653134400-1653141600@gogreendeerfield.org
SUMMARY:Go Green Deerfield volunteer work day at Briarwood Park
DESCRIPTION:Join members of Go Green Deerfield and the Deerfield Park District to help restore our local woodland by removing invasive plants such as garlic mustard\, dame’s rocket\, multiflora rose\, and buckthorn at Briarwood Park. Important work was done on Chicago River Day\, but much more needs to be done! \nRemoving invasives ensures that native plants and trees get enough sunlight\, water\, and nutrients to grow\, and is essential in maintaining a healthy woodland. \nMeet at the parking lot entrance to Briarwood Park\, 300 River Rd. \n12:00 to 2:00 pm \nRain or shine—>UNLESS there are storms or downpour rain.  Dress appropriately for the weather. \nOptional:  Garden gloves\, hand tools\, shovel\, spade\, loppers\, hand saw. \n*Strongly suggest long pants and sleeves\, and safety goggles/eyeglasses.  Insect repellent also helpful for a tick deterrent. \nEmail Amy acall71@gmail.com with questions.
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/go-green-deerfield-volunteer-work-day-at-briarwood-park/
LOCATION:briarwood nature area\, Greenbriar Dr and Eastwood\, Deerfield\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220514T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20220423T040143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220423T040144Z
UID:2012-1652518800-1652529600@gogreendeerfield.org
SUMMARY:Chicago River Day at TUCC and Briarwood/Trail Tree Park
DESCRIPTION:CRD is returning to Deerfield for the 3rd year! \nGo Green Deerfield teams up with members of Trinity United Church of Christ for a CRD work site at the church’s woodland bordering the Middle Fork of the North Branch of the Chicago River. \nAt the Briarwood and Trail Tree Park CRD work site\, Go Green Deerfield helps the Deerfield Park District continue to restore another wooded treasure near the river in our community. \nBoth workday sites will incorporate trash pickup in the wooded areas as well as the nearby river branch\, removal of invasive species like Buckthorn\, and planting of native plants\, trees\, and shrubs.  You may opt for any one of these activities.  There is something for everyone! \nSee below for registration info from Friends of Chicago River.  Don’t delay!  Registration fills up fast! \nTrinity site \nBriarwood site \nThis event is family friendly with parental supervision.  Rain or shine. \n*Some tools will be available on site\, but you are also welcome to bring hand trowels\, shovels\, spades\, garden gloves\, safety goggles\, loppers/hand saw (for Buckthorn removal option). \n*Long pants and sleeves and sturdy\, closed toed shoes are highly suggested.
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/chicago-river-day-at-tucc-and-briarwood-trail-tree-park/
LOCATION:Il
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220501T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20220427T185132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T185133Z
UID:2016-1651399200-1651402800@gogreendeerfield.org
SUMMARY:Spring Ephemeral Walk at Briarwood Park
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll with members of the Deerfield Park District and Go Green Deerfield through one of Deerfield’s woodland gems\, and learn about our native spring ephemeral plants. \nThese spring beauties emerge and bloom before the trees leaf out\, then fade away until next spring. \nSee plants like mayapple\, trillium\, spring beauties\, Jack in the pulpit\, hepatica\, and more! \nLeading the tour is Rob Sulski\, who has many years of experience working with native plants and in woodland and prairie restoration. \nLong pants and closed toe shoes are highly encouraged\, as well as staying on the trail.  Another native plant that is emerging is poison ivy!  (*This walk is a great time to learn how to identify it)
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/spring-ephemeral-walk-at-briarwood-park/
LOCATION:briarwood nature area\, Greenbriar Dr and Eastwood\, Deerfield\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220428T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20220423T032046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220423T032253Z
UID:2010-1651140000-1651147200@gogreendeerfield.org
SUMMARY:Go Green Deerfield workday at PTC & Briarwood Park
DESCRIPTION:Join members of Go Green Deerfield and the Deerfield Park District to help beautify a native butterfly garden at Patty Turner Center\, or have your hand at some woodland restoration removing invasive Buckthorn at Briarwood Park. \n10am to 12pm \nRain or shine \nDress appropriately for the weather. \nOptional:  Garden gloves\, hand tools\, shovel\, spade. \nBriarwood site\, optional:  Loppers/hand saw.  Strongly suggest long pants and sleeves\, and safety goggles/eyeglasses.
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/go-green-deerfield-workday-at-ptc-briarwood-park/
LOCATION:Il
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220209T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20220123T014746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220123T014746Z
UID:1995-1644429600-1644435000@gogreendeerfield.org
SUMMARY:Seed Starting for Your Garden
DESCRIPTION:SWALCO and University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners Announce 2022 Learning Series\nGardening and food bring people together. They foster a sense of enjoyment\, peace\, security\, health and well-being. More individuals and families are reaching out and interested in learning how to start a garden while others are excited to learn how to compost. And\, for those who are already gardening\, perhaps we can help you “up” your gardening game. \nThe Garden Learning Series features a number of workshops to help and educate on a variety of topics. The first program will cover seed starting for your garden and of course\, we will offer a program dedicated to compost and composting! Workshops will be held the second Wednesday of the month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. A list of upcoming topics and workshops can be found on the SWALCO site. \nThis program series is offered in collaboration with University of Illinois Extension and Master Gardeners via a two-year grant that SWALCO received from USDA. The grant focuses on efforts to promote composting and food waste diversion\, and also hopes to increase the generation and use of compost in commercial\, residential\, agriculture\, and community gardens sectors in Lake County. Registration is free for all\, thanks to the grant.
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/seed-starting-for-your-garden/
LOCATION:Il
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220208T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20220123T013708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220123T013709Z
UID:1991-1644346800-1644350400@gogreendeerfield.org
SUMMARY:CEJA 101
DESCRIPTION:In September 2021\, Illinois passed the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) which builds on the success of the Future Energy Jobs Act (FEJA) passed in 2016. These groundbreaking bills bring the benefits of a clean energy economy to residents and businesses across Illinois\, and will rapidly expand access to the savings\, clean energy\, and job benefits of solar power. \nLearn more about CEJA with Trajectory Energy Partners on February 8th at 7pm CT via Zoom.
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/ceja-101/
LOCATION:Il
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20210908T021734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210908T021736Z
UID:1980-1632421800-1632427200@gogreendeerfield.org
SUMMARY:Nature’s Best Hope: Meet Conservationist Doug Tallamy
DESCRIPTION:Renowned author and professor Doug Tallamy will discuss the link between plants\, insects\, and human well-being\, and steps we can take to restore biodiversity. Humans are nature’s best hope. \nNature’s Best Hope by Doug Tallamy offers a hopeful and achievable plan for suburban dwellers to help save the planet. \nJoin us at the Northbrook library to discuss the interdependence between plants\, animals\, and humans\, and the practical\, easy methods that you can incorporate into your own yard. \nThis event will be held on Zoom. Register through the link below to receive a link to join the meeting.
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/natures-best-hope-meet-conservationist-doug-tallamy/
LOCATION:Il
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210724T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20210701T040353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210722T131340Z
UID:1852-1627120800-1627135200@gogreendeerfield.org
SUMMARY:3rd Annual Sustainable Yard Tour
DESCRIPTION:Let’s meet up at Go Green Deerfield’s 3rd Annual Sustainable Yard Tour on Saturday\, July 24th from 10am to 2 pm. \nWe’ll be showcasing six beautiful Deerfield yards with some of the following features: \n\nNative plants\, shrubs\, and trees\nButterfly gardens\nHome and municipal composting with LIVE DEMO!\nHealthy hedges of native shrubs and trees\nBuckthorn removal practices\nEdible landscaping with veggies and fruit\nRain barrels and rain gardens that help ease rain water runoff\nRooftop solar panels\nNatural lawn care\n\nStay tuned next week for a listing of the six yards\, and tune up your bicycle to make the tour truly sustainable! \nGo Green Deerfield members on site to help answer many of your questions on these sustainable topics. \nDon’t worry if you can’t make it to the yard tour in person!  Check out our Facebook and Instragram pages and website after the event for a virtual tour. 
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/3rd-annual-sustainable-yard-tour/
LOCATION:Various Deerfield yards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210606T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210606T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T192821
CREATED:20210506T023224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210506T023224Z
UID:1848-1622970000-1622977200@gogreendeerfield.org
SUMMARY:Deerfield Historical Site Garden Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 2nd garden workday to help the Deerfield Area Historical Society renovate the garden plots at the Deerfield Historical Site from 9 am to 11 am. \nThis workday will focus on planting some native plants that early European settlers in our area planted for medicinal purposes including bee balm\, purple coneflower\, milkweed\, and more! \nClick here for more info.
URL:https://gogreendeerfield.org/event/deerfield-historical-site-garden-workday-2/
LOCATION:Deerfield Historical Site\, 517 Deerfield Rd\, Deerfield
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