Upcoming events
Wheaton textiles & electronics recycling event
https://www.scarce.org/event/wheaton-monthly-recycling-event-2021-12-11/2025-12-13/
Conservation on Tap
Conservation on Tap: Learn about local conservation topics, casual drop-in setting
https://theconservationfoundation.org/event/2025-conservation-on-tap-5/
Book Discussion - "The Problem with Plastics"
https://www.beyondplastics.org/events/the-problem-with-plastic
Conservation on Tap
Conservation on Tap: Learn about local conservation topics, casual drop-in setting
https://theconservationfoundation.org/event/2025-conservation-on-tap-5/
National Take a Hike Day
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/gepark/activity/search/detail/36397?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true
Woodridge - gently used winter gear collection, textiles & electronics recycling event
https://www.scarce.org/event/woodridge-christ-the-servant-church-electronics-textile-recycling-winter-apparel-collection/
Nature Walking Club
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/gepark/activity/search/detail/36428?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true
Go Green Illinois meeting - virtual
https://www.gogreenillinois.org/events/go-green-illinois-meeting-38/
Wheaton textiles & electronics recycling event
https://www.scarce.org/event/wheaton-monthly-recycling-event-2021-12-11/2025-11-08/
Empower Her Plate: Creating Diverse Voices at the intersection of Food Justice and Environmental Equity
Empower Her Plate: Creating Diverse Voices at the intersection of Food Justice and Environmental Equity
Online workshop
Register for the Zoom Link: https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E11571&id=196
Conservation on Tap
Conservation on Tap: Learn about local conservation topics, casual drop-in setting
https://theconservationfoundation.org/event/2025-conservation-on-tap-5/
Be Salt Smart & Protect Your Native Landscaping
Be Salt Smart & Protect Your Native Landscaping
Online workshop
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_DNTGZ-fPRi-ycV2zOplO9w#/registration
Book Discussion Group Two Old Woman by Velma Wallis
Book Discussion Group
Two Old Woman by Velma Wallis
https://www.scarce.org/event/river-prairie-pages-a-sierra-club-program/
Strengthening Local Food Systems & Living Sustainably
Presentation: Strengthening Local Food Systems & Living Sustainably by Robin Greenfield
https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E11571&id=194
OAKTOBERFEST!
It’s that time of year again — time to celebrate Glen Ellyn’s amazing oaks and discover fascinating facts about these majestic trees while engaging in a variety of family-friendly activities.
We have many exhibitors and vendors including custom OAKtoberfest beer from Two Hound Red (Beer for purchase) along with local organizations, sustainably minded local businesses, neighbors and friends! More information to come!
This is a FAMILY FRIENDLY and FREE event for all ages. Come enjoy Maryknoll in Autumn, learn about OAKS, play games like platform tennis, listen to music, shop for sustainable products, have a snack and learn from our exhibitors. We hope to see you there!
Location: Maryknoll Park, 845 Pershing Avenue
Fee: Free admission (children must be accompanied by an adult)
Summer Send Off
Bring your family to celebrate the end of summer vacation and beginning of the school year with sunflowers and s'mores. Enjoy golden hour by the ponds and prairies at Churchill Park, followed by fireside stories and songs. Co-hosted by Go Green Glen Ellyn. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
Geothermal Power Hour
Citizens Utility Board, Geothermal Alliance of Illinois, Accelerate Climate Solutions, and DuPage County present a free opportunity to hear about the basics of geothermal heat pumps, their financial benefits, and available incentives.
Compost Give Back
FREE COMPOST!
Stop by the Village Green Parking Lot on your way to or from the recycling event, or if you are out and about, to get free compost for your garden! Thank you to Midwest Composting for this donation! Shovels will be avaialble, but Please be sure to bring your own bucket!
Summer SportSwap
Bring your gently used sports gear to swap for a voucher to Ackerman SFC from July 7-11 during regular business hours. No Sat drop off this year. No need for a voucher — You can also donate gear during those hours. Use your voucher to shop on Sunday from 1-2:30! Cash and card also accepted. No items will be accepted on Sunday 7/13 except clothes and leggings. Let’s keep gear in use and out of the landfill!
Vehicle Rebate
Are you thinking about buying an electric vehicle?
Did you know you could get a rebate?!
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency's next EV Rebate Program funding cycle will open on Jan. 21. There will be $14 million available for rebates in the current fiscal year, which ends on June 30.
Illinois Electric Vehicle Rebate Program
Please note: Applications mailed or postmarked prior to January 21 will be rejected.
Natural Areas Open House
Have you ever wondered what animals live in our parks? Have you noticed we cut down certain trees but not others? Did you know wild areas have a profound effect on people's health? Join the Park District Natural Resources staff as we pull back the curtain and show you what it takes to keep natural neighborhood gems healthy and vibrant.
Plastic Pollution and Community Solutions
Jacquelyn Casazza, president and co-founder of Go Green Glen Ellyn, will discuss plastic pollution and how you can help reduce plastic pollution in your home and community.
Native Plant Sale
Shop in person for over 170 different types of native flowers, grasses, shrubs, and trees — including 14 never before offered — and get tips and recommendations from our plant experts!
Native Plant Sale
Shop in person for over 170 different types of native flowers, grasses, shrubs, and trees — including 14 never before offered — and get tips and recommendations from our plant experts!