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News from
Go Green Wilmette
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Going Green Matters is THIS Sunday!
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Dear Robin:
There are so many reasons to come! Treat yourself to over 100 interesting exhibits on a wide variety of environmental topics. Here are ten great reasons to attend:
1. You could use an uplifting day filled with positive environmental news and solutions.
2. You want to enjoy the beautiful tree image gallery featuring 100+ stunning photographs by Arborsmith, Ltd.
3. You want to meet the guy who made the super funny video about leaf blowers -- and maybe win an electric leaf blower by Ego. (View the 4 1/2 minute, LOL video
here.
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4. You’re considering buying an electric car and want to save time by seeing many different EV models exhibited in one place.
5. You are almost ready to subscribe to community solar but still have a few questions for the experts.
6. You want to have all your recycling questions answered once and for all.
7. You want to learn simple swaps for low waste living and meet the Crawford’s, our green makeover family.
8. You want to explore ways to beautify your yard and provide habitat for bees, birds and butterflies!
9. You want to find out how you can support “nature’s climate change solution” – trees!
10. You want to spend a few hours surrounded by people who care about the Earth.
See all Dear Robin tips
here.
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Don't miss
Going Green Matters,
the biggest local environmental event of the year. Bring the family, invite your friends, and spend the afternoon getting engaged, informed and inspired. Leave ready to take action and influence others.
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Many Thanks To Our Valued Sponsors
Platinum Sponsor
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
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More Featured Events
(See MANY more events in "Upcoming Events" and on our
calendar.
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Go Green Reads Eco-Piety - March 9
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Join Go Green Reads to discuss Ecopiety: Green Media and the Dilemma of Environmental Piety. Local author and Northwestern University Associate Professor of Religious and Environmental Studies, Sarah McFarland Taylor, will lead the discussion. The book examines the intersections of environmental sensibilities, contemporary expressions of devotion and reverence, and American popular culture - and addresses the topic of individual action in the face of climate change. Does it matter? Is it enough? Free, no rsvp required. You are welcome even if you haven't read the book! The Book Stall, Winnetka, March 9, 6:30pm
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One Earth Film Festival - March 6 - 15
Overload: America's Toxic Love Story - Mar 14
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Mark your calendar for the One Earth Film Festival from March 6 – 15. For a full schedule of films, click
here.
Don't miss “Overload: America’s Toxic Love Story." The f
ilmmaker uncovers how we got to be so overloaded with chemicals and learns there ARE things we can do to reduce our exposure.
For information and tickets, click
here.
Saturday, March 14 at 3 pm at the Wilmette Theatre.
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Wild and Scenic Film Festival - March 13
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The
Wild & Scenic Film Festival
is a two-day event presented by the Evanston Environmental Association (EEA) and the city of Evanston. The festival offers a line-up of the best in environmental and adventure short films covering a variety of topics relevant to those concerned about the future of our planet. Buy tickets for March 13
here.
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The Hidden Life of Trees Book Talk - Mar. 18
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Join us for a discussion as we delve into the unknown world of trees, how similar they are to human families and how they communicate in ways we can only imagine. Book club discussion will be led by experts from University of Wisconsin - Madison and the Chicago Botanic Garden. Wilmette Library, March 18, 7pm
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Reminder: See additional events listed below
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Meet the Crawfords on Sunday!
Don’t miss talking to our green makeover family at Going Green Matters on March 8
th
to learn more about the nearly 30 simple swaps they made to live more sustainably! GGW Board Member Nicole Boomgaarden has provided expertise, coaching and cheerleading from the start. Follow her on Instagram at imperfect_zerowaste for great tips.
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Upcoming Events + Get Involved
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Click
here
for our full calendar
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Help Grow Our Newsletter List!
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Forward this newsletter to someone you think might be interested! Or have them text GGW to 22828.
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Explore our Website
Go Green Wilmette's website is updated weekly, has a full calendar of north suburban environmental events and provides relevant information on a variety of topics.
Visit our website
often.
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Get Involved
Whether you get involved with GGW or take action on your own, the planet needs all hands on deck! Come to our events, share our newsletter and let us know how you'd like to get involved
here.
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Start a Go Green Group
to see if there is a group in your town.
Go Green Illinois meets every two months at the Chicago Botanic Garden.
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Support Go Green Wilmette
Consider a tax deductible donation in any amount or become a "Friend of Go Green Wilmette" with a $250 donation.
Donate online
with Pay Pal or credit card, or mail a check made out to Go Green Wilmette to P.O. Box 954, Wilmette, IL 60091.
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P.O. Box 954, Wilmette, IL 60091
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