Events Summary

On Monday, November 21, Citizens Against Ruining the Environment (CARE) welcomes Sonya Lunder and Nicole Saulsberry for a presentation and discussion on PFAS.

Sonya is a Senior Toxics Policy Advisor with Sierra Club and Nicole works in the Illinois state government in Springfield. PFAS are a group of chemicals used since the 1940s that are manufactured for their oil and water-resistant properties.

Holiday lights that are no longer working may be dropped off for recycling at three County locations from December 1, 2022 through January 31, 2023.Please be aware that we are accepting string lights ONLY. No stand alone LEDs, CFLs, or other fluorescent lights.

Will County and Lewis University have partnered to offer the 7th annual Will County collection of pumpkins for recycling. From 9am to Noon on Saturday, Nov. 5, students, parents, and residents are encouraged to bring their pumpkins and gourds! Lewis Physics Club will be operating Catapults! The Farm Bureau and Unv of IL Ext office will be offering composting info and Document Destruction service will also be offered. Electronics recycling will also be offered.