The Hoffman Estates Environmental Commission and the Schaumburg Environmental Committee invite you to Environmental and Recycle Day on Saturday, Nov. 13, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This family-friendly event will be held at the Schaumburg Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Court in Schaumburg. Admission is free.
Presentation schedule
- 10 a.m. -- "Conducting a Green Home Audit"
- 11 a.m. -- "An Electric Car in Your Future?"
- 12:15 p.m. -- "Live Raptors: Deshka, an American Bald Eagle"
- 1:30 p.m. -- "Alternative Fuels: Algae in Your Gas Tank?"
- 2:30 p.m. -- "Geothermal Energy: Practicality and Cost"
This year's special exhibit features alternative fuel vehicles, an all-electric car and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Fishing Conservation Trailer. The event will also feature live rattlers of Illinois, Midwest Greyhound Rescue and 25 other conservation exhibitors.
Join your friends and neighbors for this fun, educational experience. Listen to expert speakers discuss fascinating eco-subjects, visit the unique displays, take home helpful literature on environmental topics and be sure to chat with representatives from local environmental groups about restoration, conservation, wildlife rescue and recovery, natural resources, and preservation.
Special thanks to our sponsor, the Rotary Club of Schaumburg-Hoffman Estates.
