MCC seeks sponsors, exhibitors for expo

Posted February 06, 2014 10:00 pm

Submitted by McHenry County College

McHenry County College seeks sponsors and exhibitors for the eighth annual Green Living Expo which will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at the college, 8900 Route 14 in Crystal Lake.

This annual event to inspire people how to create a more energy-efficient household and live a more sustainable lifestyle attracts approximately 800 residents from throughout McHenry County and beyond.

New this year is a special exhibit on student sustainability projects. Students from area colleges and universities are invited to showcase their sustainability related projects or posters at this year's expo.

Visitors will explore eco-friendly products and services for the household, including how to naturalize their landscaping, meet some of McHenry County's most influential and active nonprofits, and find green gift ideas for holiday shopping.

The Green Living Expo is free and open to the public. The event is hosted by the McHenry County College Sustainability Center.

Early bird rate is $70 for businesses and $30 for nonprofits.

To request an application form or for more information, contact Kim Hankins at (815) 479-7817 or khankins@mchenry.edu, or Tish Powell at (815) 479-7817 or tpowell@mchenry.edu.

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