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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://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/2025-sustainable-yard-tour/
LOCATION:Various Locations\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T080000
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SUMMARY:GGW Booth at the Wilmette Farmer's French Market
DESCRIPTION:Stop by at our booth at the Wilmette French Farmer’s Market.  Ask questions and learn about our upcoming events.
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/ggw-booth-at-the-wilmette-farmers-french-market/2025-07-19/
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DTSTAMP:20250329T131117Z
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SUMMARY:Habitat Helpers of Mallinckrodt Park Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Habitat Helpers of Mallinckrodt Park will meet outside the Mallinckrodt Community Center. We will weed some native plant beds in Mallinckrodt Park. Bring water to drink and gardening gloves. Dress for the weather. Trowels and tools provided by the Wilmette Park District. \nWe will meet the 3rd Thursday of each month\, weather permitting\, from May to October.
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/habitat-helpers-of-mallinckrodt-park-work-day-6/2025-07-17/
LOCATION:Mallinckrodt Park\, 1960 Elmwood Ave\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250713T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250713T110000
DTSTAMP:20250912T201228Z
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SUMMARY:Gillson Park Bird Habitat Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join Go Green Wilmette for a chance to work on Gillson Park’s beautiful bird habitat. Meet at the habitat on Michigan Ave. \nThanks to our many volunteers for helping us keep this lovely space in great condition. It’s also a great way to be outdoors and spend an hour or two with a friend. \nWe will have tools available for those who wish to do a bit of habitat maintenance. Please bring gardening gloves if you prefer them. \n\n\nWatch this short video to see why our bird habitat near Lake Michigan is so important.
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/gillson-park-bird-habitat-workday-12/2025-07-13/
LOCATION:IL
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gogreenwilmette.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/gillson-habitat.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Go Green Wilmette":MAILTO:info@gogreenwilmette.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T110000
DTSTAMP:20250626T191816Z
CREATED:20250210T185227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T191816Z
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SUMMARY:KEY Coalition/Gillson Park Beach Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a beach clean-up! We meet at Gate #3 at South Beach\, across from the volleyball/picnic area. Head down Harbor Dr\, continue onto Overlook Dr\, and look for our bright green tablecloth. \nFeel free to come early or stay late and please stop by our table at some point between 9 and 11 AM to check in. Bring reusable gloves (not single-use plastic) and a bucket or container\, many plastic pieces are tiny and need to be picked up by hand. \nCan’t make it? Do a solo beach clean-up anytime and tag #gogreenwilmette on Instagram or Facebook. For more information on why these efforts matter\, watch our short video on plastic pollution and its impact on our beaches and lake.
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/gillson-park-beach-clean-up-20/
LOCATION:Gillson Park Bird Habitat\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T120000
DTSTAMP:20250319T141443Z
CREATED:20250319T141443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T141443Z
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SUMMARY:GGW Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join GGW Board members at Wilmette’s Central Station Coffee any time between 11am and noon. Share tips\, ask questions\, make suggestions\, check in with GGW friends\, and meet new people. Find out what’s happening and how you can get involved. Drop in anytime – no registration required.
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/ggw-open-meeting-21/2025-07-09/
LOCATION:Central Station Coffee & Tea\, 1150 Central Ave\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T230000
DTSTAMP:20250429T140419Z
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SUMMARY:Back the Bowl Bash
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, June 28th\, the Ouilmette Foundation will host its sixth summer beachfront fundraiser and the second in the Wallace Bowl in Gillson Park. The Back the Bowl Bash (formerly Beach Bash) will feature cold drinks\, dancing\, local food\, and best of all\, fantastic music! NEW this year – food and drinks are included in your ticket cost! Food will be available from 6-8 pm. \nAll proceeds support our parks and community as we turn our attention to the Wallace Bowl\, which has been largely untouched for a generation and is greatly in need of repairs. Back the Bowl Bash offers a glimpse into the future of what a wonderful community resource a renovated Wallace Bowl can be for Wilmette. \nFor tickets or to make a donation\, Click HERE
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/back-the-bowl-bash/
LOCATION:Gillson Park Bird Habitat\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T110000
DTSTAMP:20250531T162321Z
CREATED:20250210T185133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T162321Z
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SUMMARY:Gillson Park Beach Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a beach clean-up! We meet at Gate #3 at South Beach\, across from the volleyball/picnic area. Head down Harbor Dr\, continue onto Overlook Dr\, and look for our bright green tablecloth. \nFeel free to come early or stay late and please stop by our table at some point between 9 and 11 AM to check in. Bring reusable gloves (not single-use plastic) and a bucket or container\, many plastic pieces are tiny and need to be picked up by hand. \nCan’t make it? Do a solo beach clean-up anytime and tag #gogreenwilmette on Instagram or Facebook. For more information on why these efforts matter\, watch our short video on plastic pollution and its impact on our beaches and lake.
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/gillson-park-beach-clean-up-19/2025-06-28/
LOCATION:Gillson Park Bird Habitat\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States
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GEO:42.079752706273;-87.690010515533
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T130000
DTSTAMP:20250408T161748Z
CREATED:20250408T161748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T161748Z
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SUMMARY:GGW Booth at the Wilmette Farmer's French Market
DESCRIPTION:Stop by at our booth at the Wilmette French Farmer’s Market.  Ask questions and learn about our upcoming events.
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/ggw-booth-at-the-wilmette-farmers-french-market/2025-06-21/
LOCATION:IL
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gogreenwilmette.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/farmer-booth1-scaled.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T110000
DTSTAMP:20250329T131117Z
CREATED:20250319T140919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T131117Z
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SUMMARY:Habitat Helpers of Mallinckrodt Park Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Habitat Helpers of Mallinckrodt Park will meet outside the Mallinckrodt Community Center. We will weed some native plant beds in Mallinckrodt Park. Bring water to drink and gardening gloves. Dress for the weather. Trowels and tools provided by the Wilmette Park District. \nWe will meet the 3rd Thursday of each month\, weather permitting\, from May to October.
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/habitat-helpers-of-mallinckrodt-park-work-day-6/2025-06-19/
LOCATION:Mallinckrodt Park\, 1960 Elmwood Ave\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T110000
DTSTAMP:20250531T162524Z
CREATED:20250531T162524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T162524Z
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SUMMARY:Gillson Park Beach Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a beach clean-up! We meet at Gate #3 at South Beach\, across from the volleyball/picnic area. Head down Harbor Dr\, continue onto Overlook Dr\, and look for our bright green tablecloth. \nFeel free to come early or stay late and please stop by our table at some point between 9 and 11 AM to check in. Bring reusable gloves (not single-use plastic) and a bucket or container\, many plastic pieces are tiny and need to be picked up by hand. \nCan’t make it? Do a solo beach clean-up anytime and tag #gogreenwilmette on Instagram or Facebook. For more information on why these efforts matter\, watch our short video on plastic pollution and its impact on our beaches and lake.
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/gillson-park-beach-clean-up-25/
LOCATION:Gillson Park Bird Habitat\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Go Green Wilmette":MAILTO:info@gogreenwilmette.org
GEO:42.079752706273;-87.690010515533
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T120000
DTSTAMP:20250228T230329Z
CREATED:20250228T230329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T230329Z
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SUMMARY:GGW Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join GGW Board members at Wilmette’s Central Station Coffee any time between 11am and noon. Share tips\, ask questions\, make suggestions\, check in with GGW friends\, and meet new people. Find out what’s happening and how you can get involved. Drop in anytime – no registration required.
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/ggw-open-meeting-20/2025-06-11/
LOCATION:Central Station Coffee & Tea\, 1150 Central Ave\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250601T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250601T110000
DTSTAMP:20250912T201228Z
CREATED:20250319T140307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T201228Z
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SUMMARY:Gillson Park Bird Habitat Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join Go Green Wilmette for a chance to work on Gillson Park’s beautiful bird habitat. Meet at the habitat on Michigan Ave. \nThanks to our many volunteers for helping us keep this lovely space in great condition. It’s also a great way to be outdoors and spend an hour or two with a friend. \nWe will have tools available for those who wish to do a bit of habitat maintenance. Please bring gardening gloves if you prefer them. \n\n\nWatch this short video to see why our bird habitat near Lake Michigan is so important.
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/gillson-park-bird-habitat-workday-12/2025-06-01/
LOCATION:IL
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ORGANIZER;CN="Go Green Wilmette":MAILTO:info@gogreenwilmette.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T170000
DTSTAMP:20250210T185027Z
CREATED:20250210T185027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T185027Z
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SUMMARY:Gillson Park Beach Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a beach clean-up! Due to ongoing renovations at Gillson Beach\, our exact meeting spot may shift\, stay tuned for updates. We typically set up across Overlook Dr from the sand volleyball courts. Head down Harbor Dr\, continue onto Overlook Dr\, and look for our bright green tablecloth. \nFeel free to come early or stay late and please stop by our table at some point between 9 and 11 AM to check in. Bring reusable gloves (not single-use plastic) and a bucket or container\, many plastic pieces are tiny and need to be picked up by hand. \nCan’t make it? Do a solo beach clean-up anytime and tag #gogreenwilmette on Instagram or Facebook. For more information on why these efforts matter\, watch our short video on plastic pollution and its impact on our beaches and lake.
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/gillson-park-beach-clean-up-18/2025-05-31/
LOCATION:IL
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ORGANIZER;CN="Go Green Wilmette":MAILTO:info@gogreenwilmette.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250529T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250529T110000
DTSTAMP:20250428T134455Z
CREATED:20250428T134455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T134455Z
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SUMMARY:Elmwood Dunes Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of Elmwood Dunes to work on sprucing up this habitat for the summer!  Bring any tools and gloves you prefer.
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/elmwood-dunes-work-day/
LOCATION:Elmwood Dunes
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Elmwood Dunes":MAILTO:elmwood.dunes2@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T193000
DTSTAMP:20250329T132826Z
CREATED:20250329T132826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T132826Z
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SUMMARY:How are Native Plants Adapting to Climate Disruption?
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Emily Dangremond\, President\, Illinois Native Plant Society\nWednesday\, May 21 6:30-7:30pm \nRegister for Zoom HERE \nStarflower (Trientalis borealis) reaches a southern range limit in northern Illinois\, which puts Illinois populations at risk due to climate change. Emily Dangremond\, President of the Illinois Native Plant Society\, researched this plant on the edge\, investigating the phenology (timing) of flowering and fruiting in the upper Midwest. She will share how\, from herbarium specimens and field observations\, the research detected shifts in flowering dates to better understand the relationship between temperature and reproductive phenology in this species. Emily will also describe other activities sponsored by the Illinois Native Plant Society.
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/how-are-native-plants-adapting-to-climate-disruption/
LOCATION:Virtual\, IL
GEO:40.6331249;-89.3985283
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T110000
DTSTAMP:20250408T161427Z
CREATED:20250408T161427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T161427Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Tree Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Go Green Wilmette and local tree experts on a guided tree walk to learn more about our local trees.  Meet at the Purple Martin House at the south end of Gillson Park.  Dress for the weather.  A family friendly event.  One hour walks will be conducted starting at 9 am and 10 am.
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/spring-tree-walk/
LOCATION:Gillson Park Bird Habitat\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T100000
DTSTAMP:20250408T162357Z
CREATED:20250408T162225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T162357Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join in for a bird walk starting in late April and each Sunday morning in May. Learn how to identify both backyard birds and those stopping to rest and refuel as they migrate north. Get tips for how to attract more birds to your yard. Beginners and children welcome! \nMeet at the martin house by the Coast Guard Station at the south end of Gillson Park. Bring binoculars if you have them but we’ll have some extras available. Dress warmly!  (Information about virtual and self-guided walks available on our website.)
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/guided-bird-walk-2/2025-05-18/
LOCATION:Wilmette Harbor Coast Guard Station\, 10 Harbor Dr.\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T110000
DTSTAMP:20250329T131117Z
CREATED:20250319T140919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T131117Z
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SUMMARY:Habitat Helpers of Mallinckrodt Park Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Habitat Helpers of Mallinckrodt Park will meet outside the Mallinckrodt Community Center. We will weed some native plant beds in Mallinckrodt Park. Bring water to drink and gardening gloves. Dress for the weather. Trowels and tools provided by the Wilmette Park District. \nWe will meet the 3rd Thursday of each month\, weather permitting\, from May to October.
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/habitat-helpers-of-mallinckrodt-park-work-day-6/2025-05-15/
LOCATION:Mallinckrodt Park\, 1960 Elmwood Ave\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T120000
DTSTAMP:20250228T230329Z
CREATED:20250228T230329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T230329Z
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SUMMARY:GGW Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join GGW Board members at Wilmette’s Central Station Coffee any time between 11am and noon. Share tips\, ask questions\, make suggestions\, check in with GGW friends\, and meet new people. Find out what’s happening and how you can get involved. Drop in anytime – no registration required.
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/ggw-open-meeting-20/2025-05-14/
LOCATION:Central Station Coffee & Tea\, 1150 Central Ave\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T080000
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SUMMARY:Guided Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join in for a bird walk starting in late April and each Sunday morning in May. Learn how to identify both backyard birds and those stopping to rest and refuel as they migrate north. Get tips for how to attract more birds to your yard. Beginners and children welcome! \nMeet at the martin house by the Coast Guard Station at the south end of Gillson Park. Bring binoculars if you have them but we’ll have some extras available. Dress warmly!  (Information about virtual and self-guided walks available on our website.)
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/guided-bird-walk-2/2025-05-11/
LOCATION:Wilmette Harbor Coast Guard Station\, 10 Harbor Dr.\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T110000
DTSTAMP:20250501T162510Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T162510Z
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SUMMARY:GGW Native Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to hold our 11th annual Native Plant Sale fundraiser again this year! Plants will be available first come\, first serve. The sale will be IN PERSON at the Gillson Beach parking lot. Look for our signage to find us by the maintenance barn. We will have a large variety of plants and plenty of volunteers to help you make your selections.\n\nThe event will occur rain or shine.  Cash and credit cards accepted.\n\nA list of plants expected to be available at the sale can be found HERE \nBike Walk Wilmette will also be collecting used bikes for WorkingBikes.org \nSAVE THE DATE! We hope to see you there! \nAdditional Resources: \nhttp://www.illinoiswildflowers.info/ \nhttps://www.audubon.org/native-plants \nhttps://possibilityplace.com/product-category/retail/ \nQuestions? Contact Us
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/44101/
LOCATION:Gillson Beach House Parking Lot\, 101 Lake Ave\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T110000
DTSTAMP:20250210T185027Z
CREATED:20250210T185027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T185027Z
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SUMMARY:Gillson Park Beach Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a beach clean-up! Due to ongoing renovations at Gillson Beach\, our exact meeting spot may shift\, stay tuned for updates. We typically set up across Overlook Dr from the sand volleyball courts. Head down Harbor Dr\, continue onto Overlook Dr\, and look for our bright green tablecloth. \nFeel free to come early or stay late and please stop by our table at some point between 9 and 11 AM to check in. Bring reusable gloves (not single-use plastic) and a bucket or container\, many plastic pieces are tiny and need to be picked up by hand. \nCan’t make it? Do a solo beach clean-up anytime and tag #gogreenwilmette on Instagram or Facebook. For more information on why these efforts matter\, watch our short video on plastic pollution and its impact on our beaches and lake.
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/gillson-park-beach-clean-up-18/2025-05-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T110000
DTSTAMP:20250912T201228Z
CREATED:20250319T140307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T201228Z
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SUMMARY:Gillson Park Bird Habitat Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join Go Green Wilmette for a chance to work on Gillson Park’s beautiful bird habitat. Meet at the habitat on Michigan Ave. \nThanks to our many volunteers for helping us keep this lovely space in great condition. It’s also a great way to be outdoors and spend an hour or two with a friend. \nWe will have tools available for those who wish to do a bit of habitat maintenance. Please bring gardening gloves if you prefer them. \n\n\nWatch this short video to see why our bird habitat near Lake Michigan is so important.
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/gillson-park-bird-habitat-workday-12/2025-05-04/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T100000
DTSTAMP:20250408T162357Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join in for a bird walk starting in late April and each Sunday morning in May. Learn how to identify both backyard birds and those stopping to rest and refuel as they migrate north. Get tips for how to attract more birds to your yard. Beginners and children welcome! \nMeet at the martin house by the Coast Guard Station at the south end of Gillson Park. Bring binoculars if you have them but we’ll have some extras available. Dress warmly!  (Information about virtual and self-guided walks available on our website.)
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/guided-bird-walk-2/2025-05-04/
LOCATION:Wilmette Harbor Coast Guard Station\, 10 Harbor Dr.\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T130000
DTSTAMP:20250212T181358Z
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SUMMARY:Wilmette Park District:  Native Planting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the Park District staff on a spring morning to learn about the benefits of these native species and gain hands-on experience putting them in the ground. \nFor more information and to register\, click HERE
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/wilmette-park-district-native-planting-workshop/
LOCATION:Mallinckrodt Park\, 1960 Elmwood Ave\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T130000
DTSTAMP:20250415T153254Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing Walk
DESCRIPTION:Kim Ainis\, a certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide\, will lead a relaxing three hour guided walk in nature. It is an opportunity to unplug in a peaceful setting with a series\nof invitations or prompts\, designed to help participants deepen senses and connections to nature through this slow-paced sensory walk. This event is offered by the Glencoe Park District in partnership with the Friends of the Green Bay Trail and Little House of Glencoe. \nSpace is limited. Age: 21+; Fee: $20 residents/$25 non-resident\nRegistration required via Glencoe Park District via :\nhttps://glencoeparkdistrict.com/calendar/events/forest-bathing-walk
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/forest-bathing-walk/
LOCATION:Little House\, 690 Birch Road\, Glencoe\, Illinois\, 60022
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T100000
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SUMMARY:Guided Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join in for a bird walk starting in late April and each Sunday morning in May. Learn how to identify both backyard birds and those stopping to rest and refuel as they migrate north. Get tips for how to attract more birds to your yard. Beginners and children welcome! \nMeet at the martin house by the Coast Guard Station at the south end of Gillson Park. Bring binoculars if you have them but we’ll have some extras available. Dress warmly!  (Information about virtual and self-guided walks available on our website.)
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/guided-bird-walk-2/2025-04-27/
LOCATION:Wilmette Harbor Coast Guard Station\, 10 Harbor Dr.\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T110000
DTSTAMP:20250210T185027Z
CREATED:20250210T185027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T185027Z
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SUMMARY:Gillson Park Beach Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a beach clean-up! Due to ongoing renovations at Gillson Beach\, our exact meeting spot may shift\, stay tuned for updates. We typically set up across Overlook Dr from the sand volleyball courts. Head down Harbor Dr\, continue onto Overlook Dr\, and look for our bright green tablecloth. \nFeel free to come early or stay late and please stop by our table at some point between 9 and 11 AM to check in. Bring reusable gloves (not single-use plastic) and a bucket or container\, many plastic pieces are tiny and need to be picked up by hand. \nCan’t make it? Do a solo beach clean-up anytime and tag #gogreenwilmette on Instagram or Facebook. For more information on why these efforts matter\, watch our short video on plastic pollution and its impact on our beaches and lake.
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/gillson-park-beach-clean-up-18/2025-04-26/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250425T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250425T160000
DTSTAMP:20250402T143625Z
CREATED:20250402T143525Z
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SUMMARY:Arbor Day Seedling Giveaway
DESCRIPTION:Want a free tree seedling? Have questions about trees?\n\nStop by the Community Recreation Center from 8:00 am – 10:00 am or the Wilmette Public Library from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm on Arbor Day\, Friday\, April 25th.\n\nIn celebration of Arbor Day\, the Village\, Park District\, and Wilmette Public Library will be distributing free tree seedlings\, including redbuds\, white oaks\, and bald cypress. Come by early before they are gone! Have pressing tree questions? One of the Village Foresters will be on-site at the Public Library to answer any of your pressing tree questions!\n\nThis event is supported by the National Wildlife Federation’s Trees for Wildlife™ program.
URL:https://gogreenwilmette.org/calendar/arbor-day-seedling-giveaway/2025-04-25/2/
LOCATION:Various Locations\, IL\, United States
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