So with no further ado, here are some happenings I think you should be aware of:
First, both in chronological order and in terms of being near and dear to my heart, is a celebration by The Light Center. TLC is a terrific organization that uses rescued animals to enable animal assisted learning and therapy for challenged and at-risk youth. If you're not familiar with them, please take a look at http://www.tlcinunion.org/. Note - in the interest of full disclosure, I should say that I'm an active volunteer and current board member, so my view may be a bit biased. At any rate, TLC is hosting an event at The Anvil Club in East Dundee (http://www.theanvilclub.com/) on Sunday, September 7th to celebrate having helped 1000 kids. The Anvil Club is Chicago's premier private dining club. The TLC event will be an afternoon of wine and hors d'oeuvres on the Veranda. The event will run from 2:00p - 5:00p, and tickets are $50/person. If you'd like more information, please look at the TLC website or contact me.
On September 13th, join Seven Generations Ahead for their Green Home Tour. This event will provide you with an exclusive look inside homes in Oak Park and River Forest that look great, save money, and are easy on the environment. Discover how to green your home regardless of budget or taste. Learn from homeowners and building professionals who have built and remodeled green. More details available at http://www.sevengenerationsahead.org/events.html
Next up is a US Green Building Council (USGBC) event on September 17th. Here's an opportunity to hear from L. Hunter Lovins (Natural Capitalism Solutions) in person at The Natural Leaders Breakfast & Luncheon at The University Club of Chicago.
Join over 200 members and industry professionals from the Chicagoland green building and sustainability community at the 2008 Natural Leaders Luncheon featuring keynote speaker L. Hunter Lovins, co-author of the groundbreaking book, Natural Capitalism. The topic of Ms. Lovins' speech will be "Drivers of Change: The Business Case for Sustainability and Protecting the Climate." In addition, the event will feature a raffle of sustainable birdhouses designed by members of the Chapter's Emerging Green Builders Committee. For full details, visit http://www.usgbc-chicago.org/.
On September 20th, join The Conservation Foundation for the DuPage River Ramble. Update: this event has been cancelled. For details on other TCF events, check out www.theconservationfoundation.org.
A bit further out, but worth putting on your calendar, are two additional events.
On Thursday, October 16th, join the West Suburban Women Entrepreneurs as they present a panel discussion featuring:
Alline Anderson - Proprietor, The Milkweed Mercantile, Dancing Rabbit Ecovillage, MO
Jodi Murphy - President, Murco Recycling Enterprises, LaGrange Park, IL
Tracey Robertson - Proprietor, Share Wear, Chicago, IL
The panel will be moderated by:
Jennifer Weigel
- Emmy award winning broadcaster and news anchor
- Host and Executive producer of "TASTE" on NBC
- Chief Executive Officer of JCW Productions
- Author of "Stay-Tuned: Conversations with Dad from the Other Side"
- Star of one woman show, "I'm Spiritual, Dammit!" Viaduct Theatre
On October 18th, check out the Second Annual Renewable Energy Fair at Waubonsee Community College in Sugar Grove. Featuring hybrid cars, workshops and exhibits
emphasizing renewable energy and sustainable living. Learn how you can make a difference by becoming more Earth-friendly and energy efficient. More details available at http://www.wcc.cc.il.us/downloads/pdf/community_ed/energyfair08/public_flyer.pdf.
I hope you find something in this list that catches your interest. As always, feel free to contact me if there are additional happenings in the area that you feel would be worth communicating to others. You can do so by sending an email to shawn@thirdisolutions.com.
