May 27, 2009
Small steps can go a long way in making a difference in your water consumption. When gardening this spring and summer, consider using native species plants. Navite species are already adapted to the local environment and will require little more than natural rainfall.
In the coming months, we will be adding information on native species and other conversation practices that Blue Islanders can easily adopt to reduce their consumption of water resources while gardening.
Also, be sure to check out Blue Islander Anna Stange’s regular column Turning Over a New Leaf – Going Green in Blue Island in the Forum. the Green Guide – Drought Resistant Gardening Guide.
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May 20, 2009
Art on a Rain Barrel
The Chicago Botanic Garden and the governor of Illinois challenge creative, eco-conscious youth, ages 8 to 18, to submit designs for Art on a Rain Barrel (AoRB), an Illinois-wide environmental art contest. Students are encouraged to create teams to enter the contest.
The top 50 teams (3–5 members) from throughout the state will be invited to bring their designs to life at the AoRB festival on Saturday, September 19, as part of the Illinois governor’s It’s Our River Day 2009.
Top designs will receive special prizes and recognition including public display at the Chicago Botanic Garden and other sites throughout the state of Illinois.
Interested teams must submit an entry form no later than June 10, 2009. The top 50 teams will be announced in early July.
Please visit the Art on a Rain Barrel Competition website for details on how to enter.
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