For 50 years, the Evanston Ecology Center has provided visitors with educational experiences about their local environment. Now, the McCormick Boulevard building is undergoing significant renovations that community members hope will keep it going for 50 more. “It’s been quite a 50 years,” said Karen Taira, the president of the board of directors for the.
Talking with kids about hard things, like climate change, takes practice. But age-appropriate books that inspire children to love nature can be a big help