Wild Onion - 2nd Quarter 2008
Chicago Green Festival: Volunteers Needed May 16-18

Sierrans are needed to build the Sierra Club’s booth at the Green Festival at
Navy Pier on May 16 and to staff it on Saturday and Sunday and then dismantle
it.
More than 35,000 people are expected to attend this year’s Chicago Green Fest,
a regional expo showcasing more than 350 diverse local and
national green businesses displaying and selling eco-friendly, fair trade and
sustainable products. More than 150 visionary speakers are featured in panel
discussions, presentations and main stage speaking events. Therefore it is the
perfect venue to attract new Sierra Club members and activists. Volunteer to
staff our booth for one or more three-hour shifts from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm on
Saturday. May 17 and from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm on Sunday, May 18. Setup
volunteers are also needed on Friday
Information about the Chicago Green Fest is available at http://greenfestivals.org/content/view/230/200/
You’ll get one entry to the Environmental Activist Awards Program for participating in this activity.
Contact Cory Jones to volunteer for this exciting event at cory.jones@illinois.sierraclub.org.