A program of Rogers Park Business Alliance with the mission to secure a livable future for the Rogers Park neighborhood in Chicago, IL
'The Milkman Model': Big Brand Names Try Reusable Containers
A new shopping platform announced Thursday at the World Economic Forum aims to change the way we buy many brand-name products. Loop, as the platform is called, would do away with disposable containers...
If you love birds, kids and field trips, volunteer for this program....
Do you love birds? Would you consider sharing that interest with Chicago Public School children on a field trip? We need volunteers to help run our Birds in my Neighborhood program! By understanding more about birds, including how they survive and contribute to the urban environment, students forge a critical connection with nature as it exists in their own communities. Learn more about the program and how you can volunteer: https://wp.me/p7cNsx-1ai
New trees!
The application window for the spring 2018 Openlands TreePlanters Grants will remain open until January 15. Apply today to get new trees on your block or in your Chicago community this spring! https://wp.me/P7cNsx-2a
Learn something new about your water....
Did you know that the City of Chicago offers free water quality testing? Sign up at the link below.
Everything you always wanted to know about LEDs but were afraid to ask.
Curious about LEDs? We're here to tell you five interesting facts about LEDs to help you get more familiar with these energy-saving solutions!
5 Facts About LEDs http://bit.ly/2gKn74h
Support our friends at Openlands.....
Tickets are available for the Openlands 2017 Annual Luncheon, which will be held this year on Thursday, November 9. We will honor our partners at The Morton Arboretum and the Chicago Region Trees Initiative, and Ed Collins of the McHenry County Conservation District will deliver the keynote address. Get tickets today: http://bit.ly/2hgD5T5
Look into this opportunity.
"This year, we're committed to doubling the number of customer rebates compared to last year" Now there's officially no excuses not to go smart with your thermostat!
It's all us, my friends.
The City has started its “It's All You” campaign to remind residents that their individual participation in the Blue Cart Recycling Program truly matters. This campaign focuses on "why" and "how" to recycle. Take the pledge and help build our culture of recycling at www.itsallyou.org!
All the news from Illinois Smart Energy Design Assistance Center for the month of October.....
SEDAC October 2017 Newsletter
Want to learn how to compost? Here's a workshop just for you.
Northside Community gardeners and community composters are invited to join NeighborSpace for a free hands-on community composting education day. Sat., October 21.
Good to know.....
From clean water to protecting open space and advocating for smart transportation solutions, here are the latest updates on the conservation issues impacting our region. http://bit.ly/2xONb29
Please share! What to do with those eclipse glasses.....
Not sure what to do with those eclipse glasses after yesterday's excitement? Astronomers Without Borders will take them! Otherwise, please recycle them properly and separate the lenses (which are considered garbage) from the frames (which are considered recyclable). http://ow.ly/dJfW30eAZXR
Chicago Recycling Coalition
"Something as simple as making dirt (sort of) out of millions of people’s food scraps is actually pretty complicated. And any meaningful program would involve changing how the city pays for trash services, how workers handle a new stream of waste, and how ordinary residents sort their garbage."
Looking for some wonderful activities this month in Rogers Park? Your wish is granted!
There is a lot going on in October. Here is a list. I will post each one separately as a reminder.
Oct. 3 Beginning Birdwatching 7 am Touhy and Sheridan
Oct. 10 Beginning Birdwatching 7 am Touhy and Sheridan
Oct. 15 Oak-tober - Bonfire 1-6pm Touhy and Sheridan
Oct. 22 Work Day - Dune restoration 9:30- 12:30 Pratt Pier
Oct. 29 Marram Grass Planting 10-1 pm Loyola Park
Hope to see you there! Ann Whelan
Help Side Project and upcycle your way to happiness
Our friends over at SIDE PROJECT THEATRE (1439 W Jarvis Ave) are DONATING 16 years worth of lumber, hardware, costumes, tables, platforms, flats, props, households, and MORE to a GOOD HOME (or homes)*.
Thursday through Sunday (times below!)
Donations accepted - but just taking it off our hands, and keeping it out of the landfills is great! (We'll also be divesting of items through thrift and recyclery avenues as well... but first, YOU get dibs!)
Thursday, Aug 18, 1-6pm
Friday, Aug 19, 11am-10pm
Saturday, Aug 20, 4-8pm
Sunday, Aug 21, 10am-8pm
We'll be at the theatre (1439 W Jarvis Ave) -- bring labor and trucks to take what you want/need!
(*FYI: Since the space is remaining a theatre -- McKaw Arts -- no lighting or sound equipment, or theatre seating is available... sorry ;(
Help our dunes!
Sun Times article about the Dunes and Pokemon Go: http://chicago.suntimes.com/news/pokemon-go-sites-pose-threat-to-endangered-wildlife/
http://www.resilience.org/stories/2016-07-06/30-ways-cities-can-prepare-for-global-warming
There’s a good reason (actually, 30 good reasons covered here, plus at least 90 others to be discussed in later issues) why no-one has been able to come up with a better term for what’s called “urban agriculture.” Last month,
Do you enjoy biking? Do you enjoy saving money? Do both with Bicycle Benefits! Check out their website for more information: http://bb2.bicyclebenefits.org/#/home
& get excited for participating businesses in Rogers Park!
Big updates!!! Our neighbor to the south, Rogers Park Business Alliance has kicked off Bicycle Benefits in the Rogers Park area! Thanks to Sustainable Rogers Park Soon you will be able to purchase stickers and receive discounts from V-Tone Fitness, Charmers Cafe, The Recyclery, and Glenwood Sunday Market
Stay tuned for updates!
Take the pledge today!
Did you know that when we get 0.3 inches of rain in Chicago, there is a combined sewer overflow (CSO) during which raw sewage is dumped in the river? Take the Overflow Action Day pledge!
The future finally arrived!
ReGen Village, outside of Amsterdam, doesn't need a grid or food systems. It's a model for a future, fully closed-loop settlement.
Do you know a leader that could take this challenge on?
WBC is now hiring an Executive Director for the Current initiative. Help Chicago re-emerge as the global leader in developing technology for the next-generation of water infrastructure.
Interesting
"Now, imagine you’re a humble 12-ounce aluminum can. You sit in the bin, surrounded by paper, plastic, probably spiders."
This sounds promising!
This is pretty fantastic news. See link for specifics:
“Dart is pleased to provide Chicago with an opportunity to recycle their expanded polystyrene foam,” said Michael Westerfield, director of Recycling for Dart Container. “We offer this service for free, and our hope is that this center will encourage Chicago residents to recycle foam materials they might otherwise have thrown away.”
http://www.naturemuseum.org/programs-events-and-camps/chicago-conservation-corps
The Chicago Conservation Corps (C3) recruits, trains, and supports a network of volunteers who work together to improve the quality of life in our neighborhoods and schools through environmental service projects.
Verde Energy Efficiency Experts
Thanks to special agent Judy Li for sharing this great article.
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