ECC to host Sustainability Maker Faire April 22
Elgin Community College Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Organization will be hosting the Sustainability Maker Faire 2015 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, April 22. The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place at the Events Center, Building J, on the college's campus, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin.
Community members, students and businesses will learn how to embed sustainability into their everyday lives, encourage collaboration and present ideas at the Faire. Participants are encouraged to get involved and make a difference through experiential learning.
Featured events include a "Shark Tank" style pitch competition, ECC maker challenge, community carnival, family activities, Kidz Zone and an eco-friendly bazaar. Participants can enjoy organic food and live music while learning more about the ECC Wellness Center, organic fashion, enjoy an eco-art show, hear presentations by visionary speakers and join in on a fitness and yoga demonstration.
The "Shark Tank" competition will be judged on the best idea or concept based on sustainability. There also will be a live and virtual panel about sustainability.
To register for the event, visit www.eccsm2015.eventbrite.com.