Meet other local people who are interested in Sustainable Development, New Urbanism and Living Green. We'll get together and discuss what we mean by "sustainable," "energy-efficient," "green," etc. and then work toward making it happen here in Chicago! What are the building blocks of "sustainability?" What are the most important issues that need to be addressed? What issues are important to you when you look at your home, your neighborhood and your city? What actions can we take to effect true …
… Transition Rogers Park, a local initiative built upon the foundation of the global Transition Towns Movement, is designed to strengthen ourselves against the effects of these challenges and create something new - a community where we "power down" and, in so doing, build resilience through relocalization, self-reliance and new relationships. Come to our events. Stay connected by becoming a member of our online community. Bring your talents. Step up and join us so that you, too, can be a powerful …
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… He adopted a primary and continuing view of landscape architecture as a profession embracing both art and science; inspired by new democratic ideals and growing social concerns. There was a lot for Fred to be concerned about in 1863. The country was finishing up a Civil War and American cities contained overcrowded unhealthy slums along with polluting industries and crappy infrastructure. Fred joined the team of artists, intellectuals, architects and philosophers who said: "Hey man, this is pre …
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Welcome to the largest Green/Eco-living/Sustainability/Per
maculture/Environmental meetup group in Chicago area!
This group is for anyone who is concerned about the environment, supports the green movement and interested in eco-friendly living.
The Green Movement, Eco-Living, Permaculture, Sustainability, Environmentalism, Nature Preservation, Green Living, Conservation of Natural Resources, Holistic Living, Ecology, being Environmentally friendly, Alternative energy, Recycling, Bio-fuel & other …
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Nerds at Heart goes Green! Whether you're a die-hard recycler, a conscious eater, interested in sustainable fuels, or someone who just wants to do a bit more for the environment, there's room for you at Green Nerds! Share ideas while mingling and having some good, clean fun playing board games and answering trivia questions for prizes!
A group where you can connect and build relationships... Meet conscientious individuals who care about how we affect our body, mind, and planet... We learn about and engage in practices that enhance body, mind, and planet... A group for learning sustainability practices in all aspects of living -- work, volunteerism, diet, and leisure... LEARN TO BE GREENER THAN YOU ALREADY ARE!
Meet other Chicago-area beekeepers. Novice and experienced are welcome. Many of us are urban beekeepers, but not everyone.
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Chicagoans no longer have to rely on ComEd's filthy energy sources when purchasing electricity. Residents and businesses can now enjoy 100% renewable energy at a cheaper rate than ComEd without having to install their own solar panels or wind turbines! This group is meant to start a dialogue between those who are interested in joining Community Energy's mission to attack the problem head on instead of just waiting for ComEd to change on their own.
This group was formed to bring together gardeners and want to be gardeners in the Bell community that would like to beautify their neighborhood school. We are hoping to help plant, water and maintain the new veggie gardens that will be planted thanks to grants received from the Northcenter Neighborhood Association and Whole Foods. The hope is that we can plant the veggie garden and hardy perennials (no grant money for this so we will be getting creative for plant material) and make every day a g …
This is a group for people in the Chicago area who are interested in intentional community and living cooperatively. This will be a place to discuss living in community and to network and share resources.
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The Long Now Foundation was established in hopes of providing a counterpoint to today's "faster/cheaper" mind set and promote "slower/better" thinking. We hope to creatively foster responsibility in the framework of the next 10,000 years.
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Meet other local people who want to discuss what they can do about global warming on a local and national level.
… Daley (the father) was da Boss, everyone knew what Clout was. Make things happen. Call the right people. Put the Fix in. Get a friend a nice softy city job. He used Clout in a bad way. We can use Clout for Good. We the People should have Clout. No, make that.... We will get CLOUT. Like Mayor Washington used to say: "Don't stand outside asking to come in. Kick the damn door down." ------- ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ -------- Here's more Explanations Dis Chicago South Sider accent I'm use'n …
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In 1958, a group of women, all related to architects, formed the Women's Architectural League to promote awareness and appreciation of Chicago architecture. Over the years membership has broadened to include women in the design professions and others interested in architecture. WALF members organize tours designed to deepen appreciation for both historic and contemporary Chicago architecture. Tours frequently feature buildings under construction or recently completed, led by architects involved …
What is permaculture?“Permaculture is a design system based on ethics and principles which can be used to establish, design, manage and improve all efforts made by individuals, households and communities towards a sustainable future.” - David Holmgren, co-creator of permaculture.The goal of permaculture is to care for the earth and each other by creating harmonious and mutually beneficial relationships through observation of and working with the existing patterns of nature. It can be applied in …
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