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  • Healthy Hedges & Buckthorn Removal Presentation

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    Deerfield Public Library 920 Waukegan Road, Deerfield, IL

    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 […]

  • Winter Seed Sowing Presentation

    Deerfield Public Library 920 Waukegan Road, Deerfield, IL

    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! You’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 […]

  • Deerfield Library Presentation: Nuclear Power: Why Now?

    Deerfield Public Library 920 Waukegan Road, Deerfield, IL

    CITIZENS’ CLIMATE LOBBY - HIGHLAND PARK/DEERFIELD CHAPTER Invites you to join us for a presentation and discussion: “NUCLEAR POWER: WHY NOW?” Presented by Tom Rausch , retired Exelon Nuclear Engineer and former Illinois Radiation Safety Officer Saturday March 7th, 10:00 am – 11:15 am Deerfield Public Library 920 Waukegan Road, Deerfield IL Meeting Room Lower […]

  • Invasive Species, Native Landscaping, and You

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    Deerfield Public Library 920 Waukegan Road, Deerfield, IL

    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.

  • Go Green Highland Park’s EV Car Show

    Ravinia Festival West Parking Lot 301 Ravinia Park Rd, Highland Park, il

    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 […]

  • Birds, Butterflied and Blooms

    Birds, Butterflies and Blooms with Doug Tallamy

    Lake Forest Country Day School 145 South Green Bay Road, Lake Forest

    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 […]

  • Deerfield Compost Giveback

    Jewett Park Parking Lot 836 Deerfield Road, DEERFIELD, IL, United States

    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 […]

  • Northbrook Garden Sale

    Northbrook Garden Club Plant Sale

    Northbrook Village Green Park Center 1810 Walters Avenue, Northbrook, Il

    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 […]

  • Deerfield Public Works Open House

    Deerield Public Works Facility 465 Elm Street, DEERFIELD, IL, United States

    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 […]

  • Highland Park Native Plant and Garden Tour

    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 […]