Storm Drain Stenciling-August 1, 2025 (3:30-5:30pm)

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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Grow Solar BN Power Hour-Virtual-July 10, 2025 (2:00-3:00 PM)

The Ecology Action Center, in partnership with the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA), is excited to announce the return of Grow Solar BN, a group buy program for solar! This program is for residents of Bloomington-Normal, McLean County, and DeWitt County. We will be having Power Hour presentations throughout the…

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BNCARE Air Quality Monitor Training: July 21, 2025 (5:30-7:00 P.M.)

Who’s ready to learn about air quality AND learn how to test for various pollutants in the air? Please join the Bloomington-Normal Community Air Research and Education team at the Ecology Action Center to get hands-on training with our portable air quality monitors and learn more about this community-based project. All ages are welcome.

Event: BNCARE Air Quality Monitor Training
When: Monday, July 21st at 5:30 p.m.
Where: Ecology Action Center, 202 W. College Ave. Normal, IL. 61761
Please register for the event, limited to 20 people per training event

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Yard Smart Garden Walk: July 19, 2025 (9-1pm)

The Ecology Action Center is holding its 22nd annual Yard Smart Garden Walk on Saturday, July 19 from 9:00am – 1:00pm. This FREE tour highlights beautiful and functional yards in our community that protect our environment, benefit wildlife, and use few or no synthetic chemicals. The tour features multiple home gardens…

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