Squirm and Learn: A Kids Guide To Vermicomposting

Squirm and learn: a kids guide to vermicomposting is hosted by the Ecology Action Center and the Carlock Public Library as part of International Compost Awareness Week. Bring children grades 2nd and up to the Carlock Public Library on Tuesday May 6, 2025 at 5:30pm to learn about vermicomposting! Students…

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Sustainable Kitchen: November 17, 2024 (2:30-3:30pm)

Join the Bloomington Public Library for an insightful program dedicated to promoting sustainable kitchen practices. This session will cover practical strategies for reducing food and packaging waste, effective methods for conserving water in the kitchen, and an exploration of the carbon footprint associated with our food choices. Learn how small…

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mCLEAN Up Crew Workday

Our local environment needs your help! Join the Ecology Action Center in picking up trash around McLean County for our January mCLEAN Up Crew Workday. Volunteers will use trash grabbers with safety equipment like high visibility vests and gloves to pick up litter around designated areas. Participants must be 18…

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Volunteer Opportunity: Dropbox Survey 3:45pm-6pm

Volunteers will work in teams of two to conduct a user survey of individuals using any of the four Normal Recycling Dropboxes in our community. The data collected will better inform the Ecology Action Center and the local governments as to the usage of this service relative to curbside recycling…

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Storm Drain Stenciling-October 3, 2024 (2:00-4:00pm)-CANCELLED

Join the Ecology Action Center for some Storm Drain Stenciling! This volunteer activity educates residents about the dangers of storm water runoff pollution, and provides information on how to reduce individual contributions to storm water runoff pollution. Join us to stencil “Drains to Stream, Keep it Clean” at neighborhood storm…

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mCLEAN Up Crew: September 14, 2024 (9-12pm)

Our local environment needs your help! Join the Ecology Action Center in picking up trash around McLean County. Volunteers will use trash grabbers with safety equipment like high visibility vests and gloves to pick up litter around designated areas. Participants must be 18 years or older or 12-17 years old…

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mCLEAN Up Crew: October 12, 2024 (9-12pm)

Our local environment needs your help! Join the Ecology Action Center in picking up trash around McLean County. Volunteers will use trash grabbers with safety equipment like high visibility vests and gloves to pick up litter around designated areas. Participants must be 18 years or older or 12-17 years old…

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