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SUMMARY:Tree Storage Workday - Nursery: June 26\, 2026 (1-3:30pm)
DESCRIPTION:Afternoon shift: Tree Nursery 1-3:30pm \nHelp the Ecology Action Center store excess bareroot seedling trees at the tree nursery. Work will involve burying buckets and containers of trees in mulch\, and watering. \nNote: This shift is dependent on sign ups for the morning shift\, and could be canceled if we don’t get morning volunteers. \nChildren under 18 must be accompanied by an adult to participate. \nThis is an outdoor event so please dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Closed-toed shoes or boots are required – no sandals or flip-flops. More information as well as a confirmation email will be communicated to volunteers prior to the workday and NOT at sign up. \n  \nRegistration is now closed for this event. Please consider signing up for future events!
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-storage-workday-nursery-june-26-2026-1-330pm/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T183000
DTSTAMP:20260428T172434Z
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SUMMARY:Rain Barrel Workshop: Tuesday\, June 30\, 2026 (5:30-6:30pm)
DESCRIPTION:The EAC’s rain barrel workshops teach attendees about the importance of rain water catchment in preventing storm water runoff pollution! Attendees will learn how to locate\, install\, and set up their rain barrel. We’ll also provide tips to transition downspouts for rain barrel usage\, and information on proper winter storage. Workshops cost $60.00 for general public and $50.00 for EAC Members. \nThroughout our workshop there will be ample opportunity for Q&A with EAC staff\, who can answer questions about beneficial environmental impacts as well as practical everyday use of rain barrels. \nBy the end of the workshop\, participants will have a sound understanding of the individual and community benefits of having a rain barrel\, and can be confident about next steps to install\, use and care for one. Participants will leave with their very own rain barrel made from a repurposed food-grade 55 gallon drum. \n \n*Workshop registration closes 3 days before the workshop start date.* \nThe Ecology Action Center will make reasonable accommodations for participation in public programs and services. To request accommodation\, please call 309-454-3169×11 or go to ecologyactioncenter.org/accommodation. Please provide two weeks advance notice if possible.
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/rain-barrel-workshop-tuesday-june-30-2026-530-630pm/
CATEGORIES:Rain Barrel Workshops,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T200000
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SUMMARY:Vermicomposting Workshop- Tuesday\, June 30\, 2026 (7:00-8:00pm)
DESCRIPTION:Love to cook and are looking for a way to compost your food scraps\, but backyard composting isn’t an option for you? Try Vermicomposting or composting with worms! Vermicomposting is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint and stop food waste in your home. No backyard or large area required\, so this is perfect for apartments\, dorms\, etc.\, plus it is basically odorless! \nThe Workshop costs $35.00 to participate and space is limited. Workshop fee includes all materials including worms\, worm bedding\, a bin to host your worm farm\, and all the knowledge you need to start vermicomposting. We will specifically be going over the benefits of vermicomposting\, how to start\, how to harvest castings\, and how to troubleshoot common problems. Registration is required and closes one week before workshop date. \n \n \nThe Ecology Action Center will make reasonable accommodations for participation in public programs and services. To request accommodation\, please call 309-454-3169×11 or go to ecologyactioncenter.org/accommodation. Please provide two weeks advance notice if possible.
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/vermicomposting-workshop-tuesday-june-30-2026-700-800pm/
CATEGORIES:Compost Workshops,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T120000
DTSTAMP:20260630T171704Z
CREATED:20260622T162617Z
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SUMMARY:Canceled due to heat - Tree Support Install BNWRD: July\, 2 2026 (9:30am-12pm)
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis event has been canceled due to extreme heat. A new date will be posted. \nHelp the Ecology Action Center install tree guards to protect our newly planted seedling trees from deer at BNWRD! This will involve some hand tool use and a fair amount of walking and kneeling on uneven terrain. This workday will be Thursday July 2 from 9:30am-12pm. \nPlease dress appropriately for weather conditions and working outside. Closed-toed shoes or boots are required – no sandals or flip-flops. Wear long socks and pants to protect you from ticks and scratches. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. More information as well as a confirmation email will be communicated to volunteers prior to the workday and NOT at sign up. \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/tree-support-install-bnwrd-july-2-2026-930am-12pm/
CATEGORIES:Tree Corps,volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T183000
DTSTAMP:20260611T172253Z
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SUMMARY:Vermicomposting Workshop- Tuesday\, July 7\, 2026 (5:30-6:30pm)
DESCRIPTION:Love to cook and are looking for a way to compost your food scraps\, but backyard composting isn’t an option for you? Try Vermicomposting or composting with worms! Vermicomposting is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint and stop food waste in your home. No backyard or large area required\, so this is perfect for apartments\, dorms\, etc.\, plus it is basically odorless! \nThe Workshop costs $35.00 to participate and space is limited. Workshop fee includes all materials including worms\, worm bedding\, a bin to host your worm farm\, and all the knowledge you need to start vermicomposting. We will specifically be going over the benefits of vermicomposting\, how to start\, how to harvest castings\, and how to troubleshoot common problems. Registration is required and closes one week before workshop date. \n \n \nThe Ecology Action Center will make reasonable accommodations for participation in public programs and services. To request accommodation\, please call 309-454-3169×11 or go to ecologyactioncenter.org/accommodation. Please provide two weeks advance notice if possible.
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/vermicomposting-workshop-tuesday-july-7-2026-530-630pm/
CATEGORIES:Compost Workshops,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T183000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214132Z
CREATED:20260423T214132Z
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SUMMARY:Grow Solar BN 2026 Power Hour @ Green Top Grocery
DESCRIPTION:Grow Solar BN is back for 2026! A partnership between the Ecology Action Center and the Midwest Renewable Energy Association\, Grow Solar is a group buy program to discount the cost of rooftop solar panels for homeowners in McLean County. Join us for a Power Hour presentation at Green Top Grocery’s Teaching Kitchen to find out more about the program\, how solar works\, available incentives\, and whether solar is the right fit for you. Space is limited\, so register today at the website link below!
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/grow-solar-bn-2026-power-hour-green-top-grocery/
LOCATION:Green Top Grocery\, 921 E. Washington\, Bloomington\, IL\, 61701
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SUMMARY:Protect Our Water. Teach-in on Data Centers and Carbon Capture & Sequestration
DESCRIPTION:Join the Illinois Peaople’s Action for a teach-in on the threat to our water posed by Hyperscale Data Centers and Carbon Capture & Sequestration (CCS). Come learn what CCS is: what Hyperscale Data Centers are: how CCS is being used to greenwash Data Centers: and  how these technologies threaten the Mahomet Aquifer. This event will be on July 9 from 6:30-8:00pm at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Bloomington.
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/protect-our-water-teach-in-on-data-centers-and-carbon-capture-sequestration/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Church\, 1613 East Emerson\, Bloomington\, IL\, 61701\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois People's Action":MAILTO: ciop@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T120000
DTSTAMP:20260622T193126Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T193126Z
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SUMMARY:mCLEAN Up Crew Workday
DESCRIPTION:Our local environment needs your help! Join the Ecology Action Center on July 11 from 9:00am to 12:00pm in picking up trash around McLean County for our July 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 years or older or 12-17 years old and accompanied by a guardian. Volunteers must be able to spend three hours on their feet and carry a weight of 10-15 pounds. A confirmation email and location information will be communicated 1-2 days prior to the workday. Please register each participant individually at https://ecologyactioncenter.app.neoncrm.com/forms/volunteer?opportunityId=556 or at the button below. \n \n 
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/mclean-up-crew/
CATEGORIES:Trash Clean Up,volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T103000
DTSTAMP:20260611T170250Z
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SUMMARY:Rain Barrel Workshop: Saturday\, July 11\, 2026 (9:30-10:30am)
DESCRIPTION:The EAC’s rain barrel workshops teach attendees about the importance of rain water catchment in preventing storm water runoff pollution! Attendees will learn how to locate\, install\, and set up their rain barrel. We’ll also provide tips to transition downspouts for rain barrel usage\, and information on proper winter storage. Workshops cost $60.00 for general public and $50.00 for EAC Members. \nThroughout our workshop there will be ample opportunity for Q&A with EAC staff\, who can answer questions about beneficial environmental impacts as well as practical everyday use of rain barrels. \nBy the end of the workshop\, participants will have a sound understanding of the individual and community benefits of having a rain barrel\, and can be confident about next steps to install\, use and care for one. Participants will leave with their very own rain barrel made from a repurposed food-grade 55 gallon drum. \n \n*Workshop registration closes 3 days before the workshop start date.* \nThe Ecology Action Center will make reasonable accommodations for participation in public programs and services. To request accommodation\, please call 309-454-3169×11 or go to ecologyactioncenter.org/accommodation. Please provide two weeks advance notice if possible.
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/rain-barrel-workshop-saturday-july-11-2026-930-1030am/
CATEGORIES:Rain Barrel Workshops,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195404Z
CREATED:20260617T195404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T195404Z
UID:10001035-1783764000-1783771200@ecologyactioncenter.org
SUMMARY:COII Open House on July 11
DESCRIPTION:Join COII on July 11 from 10am-12pm for a special meet and greet with Lead Project Architect Ryan Reber!  Learn about the architecture and sustainability of COII Home models in the Maple Square development. Dive into the materials we are building with and see renderings of the home models that will be available for Pre-Sale this summer of 2026! Be sure to register at https://coii.co/events so there is enough food and beverages! Stop by anytime between 10am and 12pm at Green Top Grocery!
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/coii-open-house-on-july-11/
LOCATION:Green Top Grocery\, 921 E. Washington\, Bloomington\, IL\, 61701
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T172608Z
CREATED:20260611T172608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T172608Z
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SUMMARY:Backyard Composting Workshop: Saturday\, July 11\, 2026 (11:00-12:00pm)
DESCRIPTION:The EAC’s compost workshop will cover the basics of backyard composting. You’ll learn basic techniques to build your compost pile\, discuss what materials to include\, and talk about what to do with compostable materials that don’t work in a backyard setting. This workshop will additionally help participants understand how to monitor and maintain their compost\, as well as how to know when their compost is done and safe to use! \n \nOur educators will provide resources for help identifying jumping worms\, and tips for using your compost bin\, thermometer\, and stirrer to keep them at bay. By the end of the workshop\, participants will have a sound understanding of the individual and community benefits of composting\, and can be confident about next steps to set up and monitor compost in their own backyard. \nFor $35 ($25 for EAC members) attendees get backyard composting best practices information and a basic compost bin from a repurposed 55-gallon drum to take home. For $110\, attendees get this same compost bin\, backyard composting best practices information\, a large thermometer to monitor compost pile temperature\, and an aerator for stirring their compost pile. \n \n*Workshop registration closes 3 days before the workshop.* \nThe Ecology Action Center will make reasonable accommodations for participation in public programs and services. To request accommodation\, please call 309-454-3169×11 or go to ecologyactioncenter.org/accommodation. Please provide two weeks advance notice if possible.
URL:https://ecologyactioncenter.org/event/backyard-composting-workshop-saturday-july-11-2026-1100-1200pm/
CATEGORIES:Compost Workshops,Workshops
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