written by Irene Hogstrom Gardener, environmentalist and talk show host Mike Nowak, shared his insight and knowledge of natural lawn care at our May meeting. He explained some of the consequences of traditional pesticide and synthetic fertilizer use and provided tips for achieving a safe, healthy and sustainable lawn naturally. Mike Nowak describes proper mowing techniques at Greener Grove meeting, Lincoln Center, May 26, 2026 Mike provided some staggering statistics of tradi

writtin Pierce Downer Earth Week “Pledge Tree” The District 58 Pierce Downer community came together for an inspiring and impactful Earth Week, filled with opportunities for students to learn, act, and lead in caring for our environment. Each day brought a new focus: Mindful Monday: Students created a “Pledge Tree,” decorating leaves of native Illinois trees and committing to sustainable actions. Tidy-Up Tuesday: A campus-wide cleanup encouraged stewardship of our shared spac

In his presentation at Greener Grove’s March meeting, Adam Schwartz, Community Engagement Coordinator for The Urban Canopy’s Compost Club, invited us to learn about local food systems, the circular economy, and how the simple act of composting can put you back in touch with the natural cycles we are all a part of.