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August 31, 2023

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Challenge Grant: Harms Woods Restoration, We Need Your Support

August 26, 2023

If we raise $7,000 for restoration at Harms Woods, the Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation will match it 3:1 for an additional $21,000 gift.

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Residents and Advocates Voice Concerns about Lack of Vision for Damen Silos Site

August 24, 2023

The overwhelming sentiment of comments at public meeting was that the process shaping the future of this important river-edge site lacked imaginative, community-centered, and visionary thinking. 

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Teaching about Invasive and Native Species

August 22, 2023

Students from our Chicago River Schools Network have been finding red swamp crayfish, which resemble mini-lobsters, for years on field trips to the North Side of the Chicago.

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An Eerie Evening Awaits You

August 18, 2023

Haunt the halls of our 103-year-old landmark, five-story Bridgehouse while raising money for health and protection of the Chicago River.

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New Law is a Big Step toward Eliminating Foam Foodware in Illinois

August 18, 2023

Phasing out single-use polystyrene foam foodware is a giant step toward protecting the Chicago-Calumet River system and the Great Lakes from single-use plastic and foam pollution.

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New Strategy for River Edge Site Improvements Released

August 12, 2023

The 129-page framework plan will help guide the USACE in identifying potential sites and focus areas for further study and will provide a baseline for the next phase of river improvement projects within the City of Chicago.

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Paddle a Canoe to Immerse Yourself in the River’s Beauty

August 09, 2023

Join Friends at our numerous paddles planned in September and October. No paddling experience necessary.

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The Art of Life on the River: Bridgehouse Museum Announces Art Contest

August 08, 2023

The art contest reflects Friends’ commitment to showcasing the beauty of the Chicago-Calumet River system, and to amplify creative and constructive community partnerships and toward building positive relationships between the people of the watershed and the river system.

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Learn to Love Beavers: Sign up for the Midwest Beaver Summit

August 07, 2023

To support beaver protection and encourage understanding and habitat restoration, Friends of the Chicago River has joined the Illinois Beaver Alliance as a co-host for the first Midwest Beaver Summit taking place virtually this September. It's free.

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