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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Join the Ecology Action Center and Wendell Niepagen's Greenhouses for a morning of sustainable yard care and water conservation as part of their Garden Gathering Series! Kick off the day at 9:30 a.m. with our Rain Barrel Workshop, where you'll learn the environmental benefits of collecting rainwater and how to...
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Free Electronics Recycle & Shredding Day Join Normal Gadgets and On Time Shredding and Recycling for a community event focused on protecting your privacy and the environment! When: Friday, August 2 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Where: Normal Gadgets Parking Lot 802 S. Eldorado Rd., Bloomington, IL 61704 309-807-3333 What’s...
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Interested in joining the Illinois Grand Prairie Master Naturalists Program? Then read on and submit an application here: https://registration.extension.illinois.edu/start/illinois-grand-prairie-master-naturalist-application-fall-2025 The mission of the Master Naturalist program is to provide science-based educational opportunities that connect people with nature and help them become engaged environmental stewards. Illinois Extension is excited to... |
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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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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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Native plants are becoming the superstars of our home landscapes but many of us are less familiar with these plants in the built environment. Join Illinois Extension Educator, Ryan Pankau, for a presentation focused on the use of native trees and shrubs in landscaping. Ryan will review the challenges that... |
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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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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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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....
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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...
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The Ecology Action Center needs 1-2 volunteers per shift (11:00-1:30pm & 1:30-4:30pm) to help us at our booth at the Sweet Corn Circus. Volunteers will help alert Sweet Corn Circus attendees to composting services provided by the Ecology Action Center. Volunteers will also help at the booth ensuring materials are... |
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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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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... |
Inclusion of events within the BN Green Events Calendar does not constitute endorsement by the EAC.