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You can compost a lot more than you might think! Paper, floral arrangements, coffee grounds... the list is HUGE! And, be...
09/04/2026

You can compost a lot more than you might think! Paper, floral arrangements, coffee grounds... the list is HUGE! And, because we work with commercial composting facilities, the list for our Compost Club members is even longer!

For everyone who is already composting, whether with us or elsewhere, thank you for keeping food waste out of landfills!

This month, The Urban Canopy is proud to partner with SubjectToClimate to support the Illinois Climate Education Hub. Fo...
09/03/2026

This month, The Urban Canopy is proud to partner with SubjectToClimate to support the Illinois Climate Education Hub. For every new Compost Club member who joins between Sept 1st and September 31st, The Urban Canopy will donate $10 to the Illinois Climate Education Hub.

"We envision a world where everyone feels empowered to take action in solving climate change. To create this future, climate action begins in the classroom."

The Illinois Climate Education Hub connects K–12 educators across the state with free, standards-aligned climate curriculum, professional learning, and hands-on resources — helping teachers bring climate change, environmental justice, and climate action into classrooms with confidence. Built in partnership with Climate Education for Illinois, the Environmental Education Association of Illinois, Seven Generations Ahead, and It's Our Future, the Hub is growing a statewide network of educators equipped to prepare the next generation for a changing world.

Your support helps expand this work — reaching more Illinois teachers, more classrooms, and more students with the tools they need to understand and act on climate change.

LUCSA 9/2, 9/3 & 9/4HELLO SEPTEMBER!!In this week’s share:Fruitbelt Tart Sparkling Tonic sparkling tonicFranHer Bakery C...
09/02/2026

LUCSA 9/2, 9/3 & 9/4
HELLO SEPTEMBER!!

In this week’s share:
Fruitbelt Tart Sparkling Tonic sparkling tonic
FranHer Bakery Chicago challah
River Valley Ranch & Kitchens lions mane
Finn's Ranch eggs
Hoffman Certified Organics onions
Frillman Farms shish*tos
Happy Valley Farm tomatoes
Mick Klug Farms grapes, peaches & green beans

Image descriptions: 1) produce on wooden background 2) substitute produce- corn, cabbage, chard, beets

Looking for something fun to do next week? Have questions about composting? Come visit us at these events!Thu, 9/3/26 6:...
09/02/2026

Looking for something fun to do next week? Have questions about composting? Come visit us at these events!

Thu, 9/3/26 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM: Downtown Summer Sounds - 1601 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL 60201 | Downtown Evanston Business District

Sat, 9/5/26 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM: Green City Market West Loop - 904 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60607 | Green City Market

Sun, 9/6/26 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM: Skokie Farmers Market - 5127 Oakton St, Skokie, IL 60077 | Skokie Farmers' Market

Sat, 9/12/26 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM: Naperville Farmers Market - 200 E 5th Ave, Naperville, IL 60563 | Naperville Farmers Market

Sat, 9/12/26 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM: Morton Arboretum Compost Class , "Compost: Restoring our Relationship with the Soil" - 4100 IL-53, Lisle, IL 60532 | The Morton Arboretum

Sat, 9/12/26 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM: Fall Nature Fest - LaBagh Woods, West Foster Avenue, N Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL 60630 | Fall Nature Fest

Sat, 9/12/26 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM: Greener Living Event - 500 N Dunton Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60004 | Jefferson Park Sunday Market

Sun, 9/13/26 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM: Jefferson Park Sunday Market - 4822 N Long Ave, Chicago, IL 60630 | Jefferson Park Sunday Market

08/29/2026

Come learn about composting at GCM West Loop!

LUCSA 8/19, 8/20 & 8/21In this week’s share:Ruby Fine Hibiscus Tea hibiscus tea - We’re excited to share their wonderful...
08/21/2026

LUCSA 8/19, 8/20 & 8/21
In this week’s share:
Ruby Fine Hibiscus Tea hibiscus tea - We’re excited to share their wonderful products with our members!
FranHer Bakery Chicago multigrain boule
River Valley Ranch & Kitchens shiitake
Finn's Ranch eggs
Seedling Fruit plums
Mick Klug Farms cantaloupe, peaches & heirloom cherry tomatoes
Nichols Farm & Orchard lunchbox peppers
Wild Coyote Farm blue potatoes
Image description: 1) produce on wooden background 2) substitute produce- basil, onions, eggplant & summer squash

On 8/25, you'll have two opportunities to see our presentation, "Composting: Restoring our Relationship with the Soil": ...
08/19/2026

On 8/25, you'll have two opportunities to see our presentation, "Composting: Restoring our Relationship with the Soil": at the Naper Settlement Market from 5-6 pm and the Hoffman Estates Library from 7:30-8:30 pm. 

• Thu, 8/20/26 6:00 PM 8:00 PM: Downtown Summer Sounds 
• Fri, 8/21/26 7:00 PM 9:30 PM: Wild & Scenic Film Fest
• Sat, 8/22/26 2:00 PM 6:00 PM: Oak Park Microbrew Review fundraiser 
• Sat, 8/22/26 8:00 AM 1:00 PM: Green City Market West Loop 
• Sun, 8/23/26 9:30 AM 1:30 PM: Jefferson Park Sunday Market 
• Tue, 8/25/26 3:00 PM 7:00 PM: Presentation - "Composting: Restoring our Relationship with the Soil" @ Naper Settlement Farmers Market 
• Tue, 8/25/26 7:30 PM 8:30 PM: Presentation - "Composting: Restoring our Relationship with the Soil" @  Hoffman Estates Library
• Thu, 8/27/26 6:00 PM 8:00 PM: Downtown Summer Sounds

The most effective way for individuals to combat climate change is to organize, build community, and advocate for politi...
08/17/2026

The most effective way for individuals to combat climate change is to organize, build community, and advocate for political action. Chicago Environmentalists has built, and continues to build, a thriving community of concerned, motivated Chicagoans. Through Chicago Environmentalists, this community is connected to local resources and opportunities that empower them to take effective action at the local level.

LUCSA 8/12, 8/13 & 8/14In this week’s share: middle brow’s natural winery and little brewery. b**rFranHer Bakery Chicago...
08/14/2026

LUCSA 8/12, 8/13 & 8/14
In this week’s share:
middle brow’s natural winery and little brewery. b**r
FranHer Bakery Chicago challah
River Valley Ranch & Kitchens shiitake
Finn's Ranch eggs
Mick Klug Farms nectarines & sweet corn
Happy Valley Farm heirloom tomatoes
Doug and Beth Rinkenberger potatoes
Watermelon & green bell peppers- Family Farm Fresh

Image descriptions: 1) produce on wooden background 2) substitute produce- green onions, Fresno peppers, eggplant, patty pan squash

Chicago Cleanup ClubIn addition to providing an extensive list of local sustainability resources, Chicago Environmentali...
08/14/2026

Chicago Cleanup Club

In addition to providing an extensive list of local sustainability resources, Chicago Environmentalists is on the ground improving the local environment via their Cleanup Club!

Cleanup Club is a dedicated group of Chicago residents who care about the environment and taking care of our community. We maintain a network of Cleanup Captains across the city, enabling us to engage with a diverse array of neighborhoods.

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