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Community Corner

Growing Rain Gardens

Learn how to install a rain garden to reduce flooding, filter runoff, and recharge groundwater. Rain gardens are also beautiful additions to the neighborhood and provide habitat for pollinators. Topics covered include choosing a location for a rain garden, landscape design considerations, materials needed and soil preparations, and selecting native plants suited for rain gardens. Bring a photo of your yard to review during class. Ages 18+. $15 Skokie residents, $19 non-residents. To register, call 847-677-7001.

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