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Special Events: Going Green Seminar

Learn more at:

The Green Business & Community Expo
Friday, March 14, 2008
Noon – 7
:00 pm

Green Business Expo

March 28th, 2008, Oakton Community College 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm Green Community Expo March 28th, 2008, Oakton Community College 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Everyone wants to know how to protect the environment while saving energy, time and money! Whether you want to green your business or simply make your home more environmentally friendly, this event can offer you:

  • The latest information and recommendations on conserving energy, cutting waste and reducing your impact on the environment.
  • Simple steps and strategies for greening your business and home
  • Vendors offering green products and services right in your community
  • Networking with other environmentally concerned citizens
  • Lots of eco-friendly samples and giveaways!
  • Exhibition and Expo are free and open to the public – students welcome!

    Business luncheon/workshop by reservation only.

    Presenting Sponsors:

    • Oakton Community College
    • City of Des Plaines
    • DEEP GREEN (Des Plaines Environmental Efficiency Program)
    • Green2B/Green2C Marketing

    For details or to get involved, contact Green2B/Green2C Marketing at 847-827-8456 or send an email.

     

     


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    Events Calendar
    9/6/10 City Offices Closed - Labor Day (holiday)
    9/7/10 City Council Meeting
    9/8/10 Economic Development Commission -CANCELLED-
    9/13/10 Plan Commission
    News Headlines
    Current Summer Safety Tips
    Current Des Plaines River Road Reconstruction Started June 21, 2010
    8/31/10 Link Card and Food Stamp Program For Counties Impacted On By July 2010 Flood
    8/25/10 Community Foundation Supports "Central Cares" Backpack Drive
    8/25/10 Des Plaines Receives GFOA's Budget Award

    More...

    Independence Day Celebration
    The Independence Day weekend was an event to remember in Des Plaines.
    Click here to read more about the July 4th celebration.
    Casino Groundbreaking
    For the $445 million casino and entertainment complex at Des Plaines River Road and Devon Avenue in Des Plaines.
    Click here to read more about the groundbreaking.