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Articles in Green Living

Apr 2012  |  By Jim Graham

2012 North Shore Church Rummage Sale Calendar

Starting more than a century ago, churches stretching from Chicago’s Lincoln Park to north suburban Lake Forest have hosted annual rummage sales that draw antique and bargain hunters from Wisconsin, Michigan, Indiana and Illinois, buying everything from fine art to furniture to baby clothes. 

Apr 2012  |  By Tate Gunnerson

The Newish House: For a Wilmette Family, Building Green is its Own Reward

As luck would have it, the housing bubble was at its peak in 2008 when Sarah Schmidt and Julie Matthei began house hunting for a home spacious enough for them to raise their three growing children.

Feb 2012  |  By Laura Hine

“Going Green Matters” Environmental Fair to be held March 11, 2012

Whether you are just getting started or want to learn even more about living sustainably, join us for Going Green Matters, and leave inspired to make changes that really make a difference.

Jan 2012  |  By Emily Berlinghof

Green Living: Enjoy Fresh Air Indoors this Winter

Sealing up a home tightly for the cold Chicago winters may save on energy bills, but what will it do to a home's indoor air quality?

Oct 2011  |  By The Nature Conservancy | Paid Advertisement

Five Ways to Reduce Your Pets’ Carbon Paw Print

We’ve all heard about reducing our carbon footprint — but what about our pets’ paw print?

Oct 2011  |  By Deb Dean

Want to Go Green? You are What you Eat!



Our food choices have a huge impact on our health and the health of the planet.

Sep 2011  |  By Wendy Uhlman, Unit 2 Collective

Unit 2 Collective Green Tips October 10 Sustainable Practices inspired by Off The Grid Living

Living off the grid is a challenge.

Aug 2011  |  By The Nature Conservancy | Paid Avertisement

Green Tip of the Week: Eating Green

Surprise—taking meat off your menu could be a greener option than giving up your car.

Aug 2011  |  By Jill M. Geiger, Director of Communications and Marketing, The Environmental Law & Policy Center


Be Green and Save Money

When we think green, we think savings—for the environment and your wallet. Here are a few ways you can be green and save green.

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