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SUMMARY:Tour: Prairie Crossing Charter School
DESCRIPTION:Join Go Green Illinois Schools for a tour of Prairie Crossing Charter School (PCCS). PCCS teaches students to be natural leaders through incorporating Education for Sustainability into their curriculum\, which features project and problem based learning rooted in place. This tour will feature our LEED certified classroom buildings\, including the new net zero fine arts building\, as well as our gardens and outdoor learning spaces. We will discuss PCCS’s unique teaching and learning experiences as well. \n\n\n\n\nPlease arrive about 10-15 min. early for parking and check in. \nAddress: 1531 Jones Point Rd\, Grayslake\, IL 60030. \nComing from Rt. 45\, go to the second parking lot on the left. Park in lot\, any place\, but the middle section will be best if available. \nCheck in the Front office of the Kennicott building\, which is west of the parking lot. There is a security check-in system. Please bring your drivers’ license or other state issued ID. \nRain or shine\, dress accordingly. \nQuestions? contact Katie Nahrwold\, gogreenillinoisschools@gmail.com
URL:https://www.gogreenillinois.org/events/tour-prairie-crossing-charter-school/
LOCATION:Prairie Crossing CharterSchool\, 1531 Jones Point Road\, Grayslake\, 60030
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Field Trip,Garden Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260816T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260816T130000
DTSTAMP:20260714T190517Z
CREATED:20260714T190517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T190517Z
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SUMMARY:Mount Prospect Native Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:Native Garden Tour \nLocation: Various Mount Prospect gardens (Map posted on our website week of event) \nJoin us for a free native garden tour\, touring Mount Prospect gardens that have incorporated natives into their landscapes.  Visit them at your own leisure\, whether its walking\, biking or driving to each of the homes.  At each house\, find educational materials to have a more sustainable yard yourself.  This event is free to the public! Interested in biking the event with a group? Email gogreenmountprospect@gmail.com
URL:https://www.gogreenillinois.org/events/mount-prospect-native-garden-tour/
CATEGORIES:Garden Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T140000
DTSTAMP:20260708T161407Z
CREATED:20260708T161407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T161407Z
UID:10003016-1783850400-1783864800@www.gogreenillinois.org
SUMMARY:Skokie Garden Walk
DESCRIPTION:See how our neighbors are making Skokie a better place to live\, one yard at a time! The Beautification and Improvement Commission invites you to attend Skokie’s inaugural Garden Walk. \nOur vision is a community where biodiversity thrives\, and people create sustainable landscapes that enhance the beauty of our village and enrich our lives. The gardens in this walk bring the Commission’s vision to life\, and we hope you enjoy them! \nThe Skokie Garden Walk is a self-guided tour of seven gardens. Six of the gardens are owned by Skokie residents\, scoring high marks during the 2025 Beautification Awards process. The seventh is a Demonstration Garden planted by the Commission using exclusively native plants to show how beautiful they can be. All gardens will display a Garden Walk sign so that they are easy to identify. The gardens are located at: \n\n5214 Mulford St.\n8624 Saint Louis Ave.\n9324 Karlov Ave.\n8101 Kenneth Ave.\n5024 Elm St.\n8516 Springfield Ave.\nMain/Lincoln Demonstration Garden\n\nAdmission\nFREE! Please RSVP. RSVPs are optional\, but helpful – we’d like to stay in touch and send additional information before the event. You are welcome to simply join in on July 12 as well.
URL:https://www.gogreenillinois.org/events/skokie-garden-walk/
CATEGORIES:Garden Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T130000
DTSTAMP:20260702T182448Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T182448Z
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SUMMARY:Park Ridge Sustainable Yard Walk (and Bike!)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a peek at 5 different yards in Park Ridge that take sustainability seriously! From new gardens to well established yards there is something for everyone to see. Highlights include rain gardens\, native plants in shade and sun\, vegetable gardens\, backyard composting and more. \nEducational signage and docents will be available to help answer questions. We hope everyone will take away one idea of how to “green up” their yard.  \nA bike ride is being organized to see the yards. More info and a map of the yards will be on Go Green Park Ridge’s website a few days before the event.  \nWe will also be offering a drawing for one free bin and a Teegen Compost Service in the winner’s yard. 
URL:https://www.gogreenillinois.org/events/park-ridge-sustainable-yard-walk-and-bike/
LOCATION:outdoors
CATEGORIES:Garden Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T210625Z
CREATED:20260607T210625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T210625Z
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SUMMARY:Highland Park Native Plant Garden tour
DESCRIPTION:Discover the beauty and benefits of native plant gardening during the 2026 Highland Park Native Plant Garden Tour on Saturday\, July 11. (Rain date: Sunday\, July 12). \nVisit a variety of local gardens and see how homeowners have incorporated native plants into landscapes of different sizes and styles. Garden descriptions and photos are available here.  Garden hosts will be available to share their experiences\, gardening tips\, and lessons learned while creating habitats that support pollinators\, birds\, and other wildlife. \nThe tour is free\, but advance registration is required to obtain a map with garden locations. \nWhether you are an experienced gardener or simply curious about getting started with native plants\, this tour offers ideas\, inspiration\, and practical information for every level of interest.
URL:https://www.gogreenillinois.org/events/highland-park-native-plant-garden-tour/
CATEGORIES:Garden Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T120000
DTSTAMP:20260701T151719Z
CREATED:20260701T151719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T151719Z
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SUMMARY:Ware Garden Open House
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to learn more about Kenilworth Garden Club’s Ware Garden and it’s history. Plus – activities for kids\, conservation and native plant information\, local composting and recycling information\, refreshments and more! We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.gogreenillinois.org/events/ware-garden-open-house/
CATEGORIES:Garden Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250720T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250720T120000
DTSTAMP:20250720T200650Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Sustainable Yard Tour
DESCRIPTION:The map of the yards with addresses and descriptions is now available HERE. \nThis year\, the tour features a wide variety of gardens\, from shady to prairie\, all maintained by hosts who don’t use chemical fertilizers\, herbicides or pesticides\, who compost and who use innovative techniques to save water. Learn about combining native plants with cultivated flowers and with edible gardens. Learn what native shrubs thrive in shade and provide homes and food for pollinator insects and birds. Visit the Village’s Edens Wildflower Garden to learn about Wilmette’s native plantings along the Highway 94 corridor. We can’t wait to see you there! \nThe event will occur rain or shine!  In case of severe weather\, please check this webpage for updates. \nWe look forward to seeing you there.
URL:https://www.gogreenillinois.org/events/2025-sustainable-yard-tour/
LOCATION:Various Locations\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Tour,GGW Import
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250713T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250713T140000
DTSTAMP:20250702T141831Z
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SUMMARY:Winnetka Yards That Work Sustainable Yard Tour
DESCRIPTION:Go Green Winnetka is hosting its fifth Yards That Work Sustainable Yard Tour. This is not just another pretty yard tour! The tour will feature four yards and is designed to spark the imagination and show the possibilities of sustainable living in your own backyard. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nBeautiful Native Plants: See how local flora supports birds and pollinators.\nFruit & Veggie Gardens: Discover the true meaning of farm-to-table with homegrown produce.\nRain Barrels & Bioswales: Learn clever ways to manage stormwater.\nHome Compost Systems: Turn kitchen scraps into garden gold!\n\nTour hosts will share their experiences and wisdom\, showing off what works for them and hopefully inspiring others with ideas to make their own yards a sustainable paradise. From new projects just starting out to a three-acre Backyard Flower Lab\, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. \nTour Details: \n\nFour Yards: Find out how different homeowners approach sustainable gardening.\nFree & Self-Guided: Explore at your own pace.\nRain or Shine: We’re on\, no matter the weather!\nPre-registration requested. For more details\, visit gogreenwinnetka.org.\n\nLet’s make our world more sustainable\, one yard at a time!
URL:https://www.gogreenillinois.org/events/winnetka-yards-that-work-sustainable-yard-tour/
CATEGORIES:Garden Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250713T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250713T130000
DTSTAMP:20250702T140416Z
CREATED:20250702T140416Z
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SUMMARY:Go Green Park Ridge Sustainable Yards Walk
DESCRIPTION:Go Green Park Ridge and the Park Ridge Sustainability Commission are hosting a Sustainable Yard Walk which is free to all. Visitors can expect to reimage a “perfect yard”. The five featured yards/gardens on this walk will highlight environmentally friendly features like native plants\, lawn reduction techniques\, shade gardens\, vegetable gardens\, rain gardens and a prairie recreation. We hope you pick up tips to use in your yards. \nThe official list of homes on the tour will be published at gogreenparkridge.org a few days prior to the event. Docents will be at each yard. Tabling opportunities with educational resources will be available. There will also be a bike tour available.  For more information go to gogreenparkridge.org.
URL:https://www.gogreenillinois.org/events/go-green-park-ridge-sustainable-yards-walk/
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Garden Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T160000
DTSTAMP:20250702T144221Z
CREATED:20250702T144221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T144221Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Highland Park Native Plant Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free native plant garden tour in Highland Park on Sat\, July 12 (rain date: Sun\, July 13).  Register for the tour using one of the links below. A tour map of the five gardens that illustrate these options will be available a few days before the tour. Sign up for the tour here: https://shorturl.at/oh3ES . \n  \n 
URL:https://www.gogreenillinois.org/events/2025-highland-park-native-plant-garden-tour/
CATEGORIES:Garden Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240811T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240811T130000
DTSTAMP:20240712T190113Z
CREATED:20240712T190113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T190113Z
UID:10002682-1723366800-1723381200@www.gogreenillinois.org
SUMMARY:Sustainable Garden Walk - Des Plaines
DESCRIPTION:Discover the beauty and benefits of sustainable gardening at our free event! Explore the lawns and gardens of six local residents who are using eco-friendly practices to create stunning and environmentally-friendly outdoor spaces. \n\n What to Expect:\n\n\nLush Garden Pathways: Wander through beautifully maintained garden pathways surrounded by diverse plant species.\n\n\nNative Plant Gardens: Learn how native plants support local wildlife and create low-maintenance beauty.\n\n\nComposting Areas: See how composting can transform your garden and reduce landfill waste.\n\n\nRainwater Harvesting: Discover water conservation techniques with rain barrels and rainwater gardens.\n\n\nPollinator Havens: Find out how to create habitats for bees\, butterflies\, and other pollinators.\n\n\nLawn Alternatives: Explore alternatives to traditional grass lawns\, such as clover and ground covers.\n\n\n\n Family-Friendly Event: Bring your family and friends to enjoy a day of learning\, inspiration\, and community engagement.
URL:https://www.gogreenillinois.org/events/sustainable-garden-walk-des-plaines/
LOCATION:DesPlaines\, various sites will be shared before the event\, Des Plaines\, IL
CATEGORIES:Garden Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240714T140000
DTSTAMP:20240624T170432Z
CREATED:20240624T170432Z
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SUMMARY:Yards That Work Sustainable Yard Tour
DESCRIPTION:Get Ready to Be Inspired! \nWinnetka Yards Go Back to Nature \nGo Green Winnetka is hosting its fourth Yards That Work Sustainable Yard Tour. This is not just another pretty yard tour! The tour will feature six yards and is designed to spark the imagination and show the possibilities of sustainable living in your own backyard. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nBeautiful Native Plants: See how local flora supports birds and pollinators.\nFruit & Veggie Gardens: Discover the true meaning of farm-to-table with homegrown produce.\nRain Barrels & Bioswales: Learn clever ways to manage stormwater.\nHome Compost Systems: Turn kitchen scraps into garden gold!\n\nTour hosts will share their experiences and wisdom\, showing off what works for them and hopefully inspiring others with ideas to make their own yards a sustainable paradise. From new projects just starting out to a three-acre Backyard Flower Lab\, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. \nTour Details: \n\nSix Yards: Find out how different homeowners approach sustainable gardening.\nFree & Self-Guided: Explore at your own pace.\nRain or Shine: We’re on\, no matter the weather!\n\nPre-registration requested.  For more details\, and to download the event program\, visit gogreenwinnetka.org. \nLet’s make our world more sustainable\, one yard at a time!
URL:https://www.gogreenillinois.org/events/yards-that-work-sustainable-yard-tour/
CATEGORIES:Garden Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240714T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240714T130000
DTSTAMP:20240613T221936Z
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SUMMARY:Sustainable Yard Walk - Park Ridge
DESCRIPTION:Go Green Park Ridge and the Park Ridge Sustainability Commission are proud to announce their first annual Sustainable Yard Walk on July 14\, 9AM- 1PM\, rain or shine. The walk is free to all to enjoy. Visitors can expect to reimagine a “perfect” yard. The six featured yards on this walk will highlight features such as native plantings\, no-mow grass\, a bioswale\, vegetable gardens\, an in-yard composting system\, permeable pavers\, a pond\, a pocket garden and more. We hope you will pick up tips to use in your yard!  \nThe official list of homes on the tour will be published at Go Green Park Ridge a few days prior to the event. Docents will be at each yard and don’t miss the tabling opportunities with educational resources and more. For more information\, contact Go Green Park Ridge at gogreenparkridge@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.gogreenillinois.org/events/sustainable-yard-walk-park-ridge/
LOCATION:Park Ridge\,IL
CATEGORIES:Garden Tour
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240512
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SUMMARY:International Compost Awareness Week in Illinois
DESCRIPTION:Participants: Get your compost/composting events on our map of Illinois! SUBMIT YOUR ADVENTURE IN COMPOSTING\, OTHER HAPPENING OR LIBRARY PROGRAM DETAILS BY APRIL 10. \nAttendees: Join individuals around the world to celebrate International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW) this May 5 – 11. ICAW is the largest and most comprehensive education initiative of the global compost community. \nThe Illinois Food Scrap & Composting Coalition’s lineup will support this international initiative and will highlight the role compost plays in fighting climate change.
URL:https://www.gogreenillinois.org/events/international-compost-awareness-week-in-illinois-2/
LOCATION:Various Locations\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Garden Tour,Networking,Recycle,Reduce,Reuse,Social Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230716T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230716T130000
DTSTAMP:20230714T075206Z
CREATED:20230501T194421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230714T075206Z
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SUMMARY:2023 Sustainable Yard Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Sustainable Yard Tour! \nThis year\, Go Green Wilmette will feature native habitat plantings installed by the Village of Wilmette in addition to several private sustainable yards. For several years\, the Village has been adding native plant habitat to all corners of our community\, creating small prairies and more formal gardens along roadways and around Village buildings. Come see how good these plants look while they provide essential services such as flood water mitigation and feeding sources for pollinators. Learn about the Village’s experience and future plans for native plantings. \nThis year’s private yards include innovative ways to compost and grow fruits and vegetables as well as to create pleasant spaces with repurposed objects and clever design. See a prairie border\, a water feature\, shady arbors and much more\, all maintained with sustainability in mind. \nWe will post up a map and yard descriptions by July 14th at 5pm.  The tour occurs Rain or Shine! \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.gogreenillinois.org/events/wilmette-sustainable-yard-tour/
LOCATION:Various Wilmette Locations\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Tour,GGW Import
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230625T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230625T170000
DTSTAMP:20230625T073705Z
CREATED:20230414T133803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230625T073705Z
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SUMMARY:Evanston Garden Walk
DESCRIPTION:Please join us\, rain or shine\, for a walk through some of the most creative\, beautiful\, and personal gardens Evanston has to offer. Most gardens are accessible\, although steep inclines and steps do occur in some. Maps are provided. \nClick HERE to purchase Tickets \nFeaturing\nHere’s a preview of just a few of the gardens:\n \n\nA garden devoted to re-establishing the health and natural balance of the environment. As a bonus\, you’ll see how the owners have addressed an extreme privacy challenge.  \nSee the wonderful things that can happen when apartment owners think outside the box about landscaping.        \nVisit a sanctuary on Evanston’s lakefront established as a habitat for migratory birds in an evolving dune environment. 
URL:https://www.gogreenillinois.org/events/evanston-garden-walk-3/
LOCATION:Various Locations\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Tour,GGW Import
GEO:42.0805743;-87.7320368
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230513T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230513T160000
DTSTAMP:20230502T153133Z
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SUMMARY:Go Green Morton Grove Compost-Palooza Party & Tour
DESCRIPTION:In recognition of International Compost Awareness Week\, Go Green Morton Grove is hosting a party to help community members explore several options for keeping food waste out of landfills.  \nCome learn about the container-swap service available year-round through Collective Resource Compost and the nine-month\, seasonal yard waste tagalong option available through Groot. See examples of things like vermicomposting\, too. \nCatering by Michael’s\, a longtime Collective Resource customer\, will provide healthy snacks for the event. The Morton Grove Library Book Bike will be on-hand stocked with eco-friendly titles and there will be a few other surprises to make it a true community celebration. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEight Tour Stops\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAfter that\, attendees will take off to explore the sites of eight Morton Grove neighbors who have volunteered to demonstrate their compost operations. Each stop of the eight stops on the self-guided tour will tell a unique story about reducing waste.  \nAlong the way\, you’ll see two butterfly gardens\, a National Wildlife Certified Habitat\, and meet people who harness the power of worms\, and more! You’ll also pick up a free snack and some goodies. \nC’MON EAT\, another local caterer\, will also be part of the tour. Owner Robin Hoppenrath will provide free cookies and share not only how she composts\, but other steps to reduce she’s taking to reduce her reliance on single-use plastics.  \nThe Niles Township Office will show off its new community composting bin and certified Monarch Waystation while giving visitors free packets of milkweed seeds. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlthough an RSVP is not required\, it will help with planning. REGISTER HERE. \nIf you let us know you plan to be there and are at the kickoff for the 2:15 PM drawing\, you might win a $25 gift card! \nAttendees are encouraged to bike to the event and bring their own water bottles. This is an outdoor event and tours will require the ability to walk or maneuver over uneven ground.
URL:https://www.gogreenillinois.org/events/go-green-morton-grove-compost-palooza-party-tour/
LOCATION:5631 Church Street\, Morton Grove\, IL\, 5631 Church ST\, Morton Grove\, IL\, 60053\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Garden Tour,Reduce,Social Event
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