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Green Drinks at Triton Features Michael Howard

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Green Drinks at Triton Features Michael Howard

Triton College’s Green Drinks Series will feature Michael Howard with the theme, “Reconnecting Urban Audiences to the Land: Lessons from an Urban Agriculture Program,” from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 8.  Michael founded Eden Place Nature Center and Urban Farm by cleaning up an illegal dumpsite, with help from family and friends, in his Fuller Park neighborhood on Chicago’s South Side. This urban oasis now educates youth and their families about environmental stewardship via wetland, prairie and woodland. Learn more here. The Green Drinks Series is a free, public event with a cash bar, snacks, and plenty of time for networking. Location is Triton College Student Center, Room B-223, 2000 Fifth Ave., in River Grove.

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Native Plant Orders Due March 31

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Native Plant Orders Due March 31

Gardening with natives has never been easier, thanks to West Cook Wild Ones. For the next two weeks, you can order all of those hard-to-find natives that will make your yard come alive again with birds, bees, butterflies, and unique flowers, grasses, trees and shrubs - then drive by and pick up your plants at Dominican University in River Forest on May 17.

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Meet New Oak Park Forester, Rob Sproule, Learn about OP Arboretum & More

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Meet New Oak Park Forester, Rob Sproule, Learn about OP Arboretum & More

The Learning Gardens of Oak Park will host a meeting on trees, plants and gardens on Sunday, March 22, 2015 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Oak Park Conservatory, 615 Garfield Place, in Oak Park. Rob Sproule, Oak Park’s Village Forester, will discuss plans for an Oak Park Arboretum.  We will also present information on plans for walking tours of front yard gardens in Oak Park, and on Hatch School’s organic vegetable garden and orchard and on OPRFHS’s work to create a student hydroponic research center.

Film Fest Map!

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Click the drop down menu in the upper-left corner to see a list of venues.  Select a venue to review screening information.

MAP BY DATE

If you're planning your fest weekend, use this map to see screenings by day. Select screenings in adjacent venues to maximize your time or create you're own cross-town classic and explore a new part of town.  Screenings this year have been conveniently scheduled into a corresponding time slots of 11 am, 3 pm and 7 pm on Saturday and 11 am, 12:30 pm and 3pm on Sunday. Catch a film and grab a bite to eat in the neighborhood.

Unacceptable Levels

"Unacceptable Levels" (2013) 90 Minutes

Filmmaker: Ed Brown

TICKETS - Sunday, March 8, 3 PM

Forest Park Public Library, Austin Room

7555 Jackson Blvd., Forest Park, IL

Stay after the film for discussion with Ruth Kerzee, executive director of Midwest Pesticide Action Center and Susan Buchanan, clinical associate professor of environmental and occupational health sciences at the University of Illinois at Chicago.

This documentary film examines the results of the chemical revolution of the 1940s through the eyes of affable filmmaker Ed Brown, a father seeking to understand the world in which he and his wife are raising their children. To create this debut documentary, one man and his camera traveled extensively to find and interview top minds in the fields of science, advocacy, and law. Weaving their testimonies into a compelling narrative, Brown presents us with the story of how the chemical revolution brought us to where we are, and of where, if we’re not vigilant, it may take us.

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Film Cafe: Teen Program

Film Cafe: Teen program

"Search for the Big Seven: Garden of Eden" "The Meaning of Wild" & "Young Voices for the Planet"

Three short films celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Wilderness Act.

TICKETS

Sunday, March 8, 11 AM - Willard Elementary School, 1250 Ashland Ave., River Forest

Come early to purchase coffee, cocoa, eggs and waffles from the 206 Food Trucks.

This special program is great for teens, 13+., and will include three short films followed by opportunities for action.  After the films, there will be time for questions and answers with representatives from the following organizations:  Student Conservation Association, Chicago Park District, Nature Conservancy, Sierra Club, National Park Service--Dunes National Park, and West Cook Wild Ones.

 

 

Just For Kids! Film Program for Ages 7-12+

Just for Kids!

Children & Families Film Program for Ages 7-12+

TICKETS - Saturday, March 7, 11 AM - Oak Park Public Library, Main Branch

Come early for a special appearance by the 206 Food Truck which will have hot coffee, cocoa, and waffles available for sale.

This special program offers films perfect for children ages 7-12+. Kids will enjoy three short films including "Reuse, Recycle, Reclaim!", "Flip Flotsam" and "I Have a Question: Where Does My Garbage Go?" After the films kids can visit "Action Stations" hosted by local experts for opportunities to show their love for nature!  Tim Magner from Nature Farm Camp, Mac Robinet of Repair Cafe, and local artist and clothing designer Jean Foley will lead "Action Stations."

Just For Kids! Film Program for Ages 3-6+

Just for Kids!

Children & Families Film Program for Ages 3-6+

TICKETS - Saturday, March 7, 10 AM - Oak Park Public Library, Main Branch

This special program offers films perfect for children ages 3-6. Short films include "Bear Has a Story to Tell," "Cloudette" and "Blackout". The interactive program will also incorporate fun opportunities for kids to explore important environmental themes with help from the Collaboration for Early Childhood Care and Education as well as the Oak Park Public Library.

Come early for a special appearance by the 206 Food Truck which will have hot coffee, cocoa, and waffles available for sale.

Urban Farming -- Three Short Films

Urban Farming: Three Short Films

"Brooklyn Farmer", "Lexicon of Sustainability: Seeds" & "Portrait of an Urban Beekeeper

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TICKETS

Sunday, March 8 12:30 - 2:30 PM Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 611 Randolph St. Oak Park

Come early, at 11:30 a.m., for soup and bread refreshments. Stay afterward for a honey tasting!

Immediately following the film, there will be time for questions and discussion with Oak Park Beekeeper Harry Patterson and Root Riot Urban Garden Network Co-Founder Seamus Ford.

This program features three short films: "Brooklyn Farmer", "Lexicon of Sustainability: Seeds" & "Portrait of an Urban Beekeeper". Take a look at the changing face of agriculture and discover ideas for action including what you can do in your own backyard or neighborhood.

Seating is limited. A recommended donation of $5 is suggested per ticket.