Join us! One Earth launches its 13th festival season by sharing reel stories that speak to the real change we can make for our planet when we're united together.

• Enjoy the beautiful, state-of-the art LEED Platinum Radio Flyer worldwide headquarters (a Certified B Corporation)

• Chance to watch the Emmy-winning short film "Taking Flight"

• Enjoy a toast from the amazing filmmakers behind the 2024 One Earth Film Fest film lineup

• See the Young Filmmakers Contest post-graduate winning film “My Brand New Car” as part of a short program beginning promptly at 7 p.m.

• Enter the raffle to win a Radio Flyer Electric Bicycle and other terrific, sustainable prizes

Scholarship and financial assistance awarded to enrolled students and community members with hardship. Applicants can email natasha@oneearthcollective.org to be added to the wait list.

*Please consider taking CTA or carpooling to this event. The closest Metra stop is Mars on the Milwaukee District West Line. Busses run along Grand Ave. and Fullerton Ave. #65 stops close by, for instance. For carpoolers and drivers, Radio Flyer has ample parking space available upon entering the front gate located on Natchez.

In Person Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/one-earth-film-fest-opening-launch-party-radio-flyer-headquarters-tickets-861884007267

Virtual Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/one-earth-film-fest-opening-launch-party-virtual-event-tickets-862522246257

From Climate Action Network:

A Celebration of emissions free driving and

Check out EV models, talk to owners, & ask questions about battery range & longevity, charging access & cost, long-distance EV driving, & more Meet local vendors & owners with cargo bikes, adult trikes, e-bikes Food trucks!

If you can't walk or bike to this event, park free at OPRFHS garage at Lake/Scoville For more information, email wgreenhouse@gmail.com.

From Equiticity:

Ether Element: A Realization of Infinite Potential

A series of six Community Mobility Rituals (CMR's) that offer full immersion into exploring natural areas, history, culture, and connection to community. The walks will be conversational, with many opportunities for stops and discussion, and deep explorations within the park. Each walk features a community meditation or yoga session. Feel free to bring your bells, bowls, mats, etc!

Learn more: https://events.eventnoire.com/e/nature-of-magic-walk-series-3/tickets

From Forest Preserves of Cook County:

Celebrate National Public Lands Day with nature-based activities and bike ride. Divvy bikes provided; limited supply.

Contact 312-415-2970.

From Forest Preserves of Cook County:
Ride Illinois will lead a safety talk before we take off for a fun, casual, family-friendly bike. Loaner bikes available.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Call 773-758-8899.

From One Earth Young Filmmakers Contest:

The Earth needs a makeover and these young filmmakers will provide their tips on the best ways to improve the health of the planet. Adam Joel of Aggressively Compassionate will host the Global Contest Awards Celebration, where you can meet these young filmmakers in person or online and see their extraordinary films.

• Film details forthcoming

• Doors open 11 a.m. for check-in/registration

• Program begins promptly at 11:30 a.m. Central Daylight Time

• Program ends 1 p.m. Central Daylight Time

• Free popcorn

• Free beverage

Register in person: https://oneearthyfcawardsinperson.eventbrite.com

Register online: https://oneearthyfcawardsvirtual.eventbrite.com

Since 2013, the One Earth Young Filmmakers Contest has awarded over 100 prizes to short environmental films from youth age 25 down to 3rd grade. A jury of 31 environmental and film professionals selected the final, top films from among 403 submissions around the world in this first year as a global, rather than national contest. Each film is 1 to 8 minutes long and ranges from animation to live action to documentary.

Thank you to our illustrious jury: Deborah Adelman, Felice Bassuk, Amy Brinkman, Kathleen Brennan, Laurie Casey, Hussain Currimbhoy, Lisa Daleiden-Brugman, Steve Cohen, Layla Dade, Mary Ford, Sophia Fowler, Monica Fox, Paula Froehle, Bill Gee, Jim Gill, Kathryn Hempel, Patrick Thomas Keen, Adrija Kundu, Angelo Lavel, William Kim Lyons, Jennifer Maiotti, Jonathan Moeller, Julie Moller, Elaine Petkovsek, James Rohn, Vicky Solano, Jessie Wahlers, Karen Weigert, Risé Sanders-Weir, Marc Wellin, and Gary Wilson.

From Forest Preserves of Cook County:

Ride Illinois will lead a safety talk before we take off for a fun, casual, family friendly bike ride. Loaner bikes available.

Registration Required: Call 312-533-5751.

From Equiticity:

Air Element: A Grand Rising of Power

A series of six Community Mobility Rituals (CMR's) that offer full immersion into exploring natural areas, history, culture, and connection to community. The walks will be conversational, with many opportunities for stops and discussion, and deep explorations within the park. Each walk features a community meditation or yoga session. Feel free to bring your bells, bowls, mats, etc!

Learn more: https://events.eventnoire.com/e/nature-of-magic-walk-series-3/tickets

From Forest Preserves of Cook County:

Join us for a family-friendly biking event! Safety demonstration, techniques, tips and guided ride. Helmets/loaner bikes available. In partnership with Ride Illinois.

Registration Required: Call 312-533-5751.

From Equiticity:

Water Element: A Flowing Rhythm of Movement

A series of six Community Mobility Rituals (CMR's) that offer full immersion into exploring natural areas, history, culture, and connection to community. The walks will be conversational, with many opportunities for stops and discussion, and deep explorations within the park. Each walk features a community meditation or yoga session. Feel free to bring your bells, bowls, mats, etc!

Learn more: https://events.eventnoire.com/e/nature-of-magic-walk-series-3/tickets

From Equiticity:

Metal Element: A Courageous Exploration of Connection

A series of six Community Mobility Rituals (CMR's) that offer full immersion into exploring natural areas, history, culture, and connection to community. The walks will be conversational, with many opportunities for stops and discussion, and deep explorations within the park. Each walk features a community meditation or yoga session. Feel free to bring your bells, bowls, mats, etc!

Learn more: https://events.eventnoire.com/e/nature-of-magic-walk-series-3/tickets

From Oak Park Public Library:

Learn about the benefits of EVs and find out how some common myths about EVs are not telling the full story. The Cook County Department of Environment and Sustainability's Community Outreach Coordinator Kate Carney will discuss the basics of electric vehicles (EV). A Q&A session will follow. 

Register here: https://oakpark.librarycalendar.com/event/virtual-sustainability-home-basics-and-benefits-electric-vehicles

From Equiticity:

Fire Element: An Alchemical Transformation

A series of six Community Mobility Rituals (CMR's) that offer full immersion into exploring natural areas, history, culture, and connection to community. The walks will be conversational, with many opportunities for stops and discussion, and deep explorations within the park. Each walk features a community meditation or yoga session. Feel free to bring your bells, bowls, mats, etc!

Learn more: https://events.eventnoire.com/e/nature-of-magic-walk-series-3/tickets

From Equiticity:

Mothers Day Celebration*

Earth Element: A Grounding in Community

A series of six Community Mobility Rituals (CMR's) that offer full immersion into exploring natural areas, history, culture, and connection to community. The walks will be conversational, with many opportunities for stops and discussion, and deep explorations within the park. Each walk features a community meditation or yoga session. Feel free to bring your bells, bowls, mats, etc!

Learn more: https://events.eventnoire.com/e/nature-of-magic-walk-series-3/tickets

For Earth Day Mini Film Fest (April 19 to 23) from One Earth Film Fest and the City of Chicago:

Jennifer Boyd/2022/52 min/Built Environment, Transportation

CHICAGO-AREA PREMIERE. FILM DESCRIPTION: In 2010, the small community of specialists who pay attention to US road safety statistics picked up on a troubling trend: more and more pedestrians and cyclists were being killed on American roads. In fact, pedestrian deaths have increased 51 percent since reaching their low point in 2009. In addition to the loss of human life, it is estimated that road injuries will cost the world economy $1.8 trillion from 2015–2030.

“The Street Project” is the story about humanity’s relationship to the streets and the global citizen-led fight to make communities safer. Digging deep into the root causes of traffic violence, the filmmakers engage a diverse array of experts including street historian Peter Norton, city planner Jeff Speck, and urban design expert Mikael Colville-Andersen. These expert interviews are interwoven with the stories of real people working to make their communities safer.

The short film “Walking for a Happier Earth” by Daniela Arezina and Marin Chalmers will precede this film. This stop-motion animation was a Young Filmmakers Contest winner in 2020.

Teens and young adults encouraged to attend.

Post-film discussion with Facilitator:

• Seamus Ford, Co-Founder, Root Riot Urban Garden Network; Innovation & Community Engagement, Landmark

Panelists:

• Jennifer Boyd, Director, The Street Project

• Olatunji Oboi Reed, President & CEO, Equiticity

• Ana Guajardo, Community Organizer, Cycling Advocate

Register for in person screening at Humboldt Park Branch Library: https://streetprojecthumboldt.eventbrite.com

IN PERSON: Sunday, April 23, 3 to 5 p.m. CDT [West]
Chicago Public Library, Humboldt Park Branch,
1605 N. Troy St., Chicago

Join a community bike ride to this event starting at West Town Bikes. Learn more here.

Doors open 30 minutes before start time. Arrive early to avoid lines, check in/register, and get best seats. ADA compliant accessible venue.

Register for in person screening at Austin Branch Library: https://streetprojectaustin.eventbrite.com

IN PERSON: Sunday, April 23, 3 to 5 p.m. CDT [West]
Chicago Public Library, Austin Branch, 5615 W. Race,
Auditorium, Chicago

Join a community bike ride to this event starting at Garfield Park Conservatory. Learn more here.

Doors open 30 minutes before start time. Arrive early to avoid lines, check in/register, and get best seats. ADA compliant accessible venue.

Register for in person screening at Big Marsh Bike Park: https://streetprojectbigmarshpark.eventbrite.com

IN PERSON: Sunday, April 23, 3 to 5 p.m. CDT [South]
Big Marsh Bike Park,
11559 S. Stony Island Ave., Chicago

Join a community bike ride before this event. Learn more here.

Doors open 30 minutes before start time. Arrive early to avoid lines, check in/register, and get best seats. ADA compliant accessible venue.

Register for virtual screening: https://streetproject.eventbrite.com

VIRTUAL: Sunday, April 23, 3 to 5 p.m. CDT

From the Forest Preserves of Cook County:

The electric car has come of age and is no longer for the early adopter. Electric vehicles are a key component in the fight against climate change. Now, federal and state programs are making them a more accessible option for consumers. Join us for a free Lunch & Learn webinar as we discuss the basics of electric vehicles, what tools and options consumers have to make the shift, as well as understanding the new tax rebates, incentives and other benefits.

Register here: https://fpdcc.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtde-sqD4jGdVYU5x7z5x982hDKzgOrg_L.

From Equiticity:

Once a month, every fourth Friday, Equiticity and partners will sponsor a series of bicycle rides that focus on the music that moves Chicago. Each bike ride will start and end at a Chicago Park District park, and connect to other parks in the area. The goal of these rides is to (re)connect people with their local parks through conversations, activities, and music that is culturally relevant to the people who call the neighborhoods home. Each ride will have its own musical theme and focus on a particular style of music, with a professional DJ spinning music throughout the ride.

R&B Music: Jackson Park
Friday, October 28, 2022
6401 S. Stony Island Avenue

Register: https://eventnoire.com/e/magic-of-music-ride-series

From Forest Preserves of Cook County:

Paddle 3 miles of the Des Plaines River from Schuth’s Grove to Plank Road Meadow. Instruction, sanitized equipment and kayaks provided.

Registration Required: Call 312-533-5751.

From Equiticity:

A series of six Community Mobility Rituals (CMR's) that offer full immersion into exploring natural areas, history, culture, and connection to community. The walks will be conversational, with many opportunities for stops and discussion, and deep explorations within the park.

Every second Sunday May through October, 2022.
10:30am meet / 11am -2:30pm walk

Sunday, October 9, 2022
Air Element: A Grand Rising of Power
Douglass Park, 1401 S Sacramento Avenue
Chicago, IL 60623

Register: https://events.eventnoire.com/e/nature-of-magic-walk-series

From Equiticity:

Once a month, every fourth Friday, Equiticity and partners will sponsor a series of bicycle rides that focus on the music that moves Chicago. Each bike ride will start and end at a Chicago Park District park, and connect to other parks in the area. The goal of these rides is to (re)connect people with their local parks through conversations, activities, and music that is culturally relevant to the people who call the neighborhoods home. Each ride will have its own musical theme and focus on a particular style of music, with a professional DJ spinning music throughout the ride.

Afro LatinX & Reggaeton Music: Garfield Park
Friday, September 23, 2022
100 N. Central Park Avenue

Register: https://eventnoire.com/e/magic-of-music-ride-series

From Equiticity:

A series of six Community Mobility Rituals (CMR's) that offer full immersion into exploring natural areas, history, culture, and connection to community. The walks will be conversational, with many opportunities for stops and discussion, and deep explorations within the park.

Every second Sunday May through October, 2022.
10:30am meet / 11am -12:30pm walk

Sunday, September 11, 2022
Metal Element: A Courageous Exploration of Connection
Washington Park, 5531 S Martin Luther King Drive
Chicago, IL 60637

Register: https://events.eventnoire.com/e/nature-of-magic-walk-series

From Equiticity:

Once a month, every fourth Friday, Equiticity and partners will sponsor a series of bicycle rides that focus on the music that moves Chicago. Each bike ride will start and end at a Chicago Park District park, and connect to other parks in the area. The goal of these rides is to (re)connect people with their local parks through conversations, activities, and music that is culturally relevant to the people who call the neighborhoods home. Each ride will have its own musical theme and focus on a particular style of music, with a professional DJ spinning music throughout the ride.

House Music: Hamilton Park
Friday August 26, 2022
513 W. 72nd St.

Register: https://eventnoire.com/e/magic-of-music-ride-series

From Equiticity:

A series of six Community Mobility Rituals (CMR's) that offer full immersion into exploring natural areas, history, culture, and connection to community. The walks will be conversational, with many opportunities for stops and discussion, and deep explorations within the park.

Every second Sunday May through October, 2022.
10:30am meet / 11am -12:30pm walk
Sunday, August 14, 2022
Fire Element: An Alchemical Transformation
Garfield Park, 100 N Central Park Avenue
Chicago, IL 60624

Register: https://events.eventnoire.com/e/nature-of-magic-walk-series

From the Forest Preserves of Cook County:

Experience the African American Heritage Water Trail through this guided event.

Contact: 312-415-2970

Photo from Forest Preserves of Cook County website.

From Equiticity:

Once a month, every fourth Friday, Equiticity and partners will sponsor a series of bicycle rides that focus on the music that moves Chicago. Each bike ride will start and end at a Chicago Park District park, and connect to other parks in the area. The goal of these rides is to (re)connect people with their local parks through conversations, activities, and music that is culturally relevant to the people who call the neighborhoods home. Each ride will have its own musical theme and focus on a particular style of music, with a professional DJ spinning music throughout the ride.

Hip Hop Music: Douglass Park
Friday, July 22, 2022
1401 S Sacramento Dr.

Register: https://eventnoire.com/e/magic-of-music-ride-series

From Equiticity:

A series of six Community Mobility Rituals (CMR's) that offer full immersion into exploring natural areas, history, culture, and connection to community. The walks will be conversational, with many opportunities for stops and discussion, and deep explorations within the park.

Every second Sunday May through October, 2022.
10:30am meet / 11am -12:30pm walk

Sunday July 10, 2022
Water Element: A Flowing Rhythm of Movement
Humboldt Park, 1400 N Humboldt Drive
Chicago, IL 60622

Register: https://events.eventnoire.com/e/nature-of-magic-walk-series

From Equiticity:

Once a month, every fourth Friday, Equiticity and partners will sponsor a series of bicycle rides that focus on the music that moves Chicago. Each bike ride will start and end at a Chicago Park District park, and connect to other parks in the area. The goal of these rides is to (re)connect people with their local parks through conversations, activities, and music that is culturally relevant to the people who call the neighborhoods home. Each ride will have its own musical theme and focus on a particular style of music, with a professional DJ spinning music throughout the ride.

Old School Music: Mandrake Park
Friday, June 24, 2022
3858 S Cottage Grove Ave

Register: https://eventnoire.com/e/magic-of-music-ride-series

From Forest Preserves of Cook County:

Join staff as we explore nature on a 15-mile guided bicycle trip. Bring your own bike; meet in the parking lot.

Registration Required: Call 312-533-5751.

Meet at: John Husar I&M Canal Bicycle Trail Parking Lot, Willow Blvd, north of Archer Ave.

Photo by Rawpixel.com/Shutterstock

From Equiticity:

A series of six Community Mobility Rituals (CMR's) that offer full immersion into exploring natural areas, history, culture, and connection to community. The walks will be conversational, with many opportunities for stops and discussion, and deep explorations within the park.

Every second Sunday May through October, 2022.
10:30am meet / 11am -2:30pm walk

June 12: Featuring a community workshop with Maplibs
Earth Element: A Grounding in Community

Register: https://events.eventnoire.com/e/nature-of-magic-walk-series

From Equiticity:

Once a month, every fourth Friday, Equiticity and partners will sponsor a series of bicycle rides that focus on the music that moves Chicago. Each bike ride will start and end at a Chicago Park District park, and connect to other parks in the area. The goal of these rides is to (re)connect people with their local parks through conversations, activities, and music that is culturally relevant to the people who call the neighborhoods home. Each ride will have its own musical theme and focus on a particular style of music, with a professional DJ spinning music throughout the ride.

For the first ride, meet at 6 p.m. Friday, May 27, at 1440 N. Humboldt Blvd., for a Latinx Music theme. The ride itself will go from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Register: https://eventnoire.com/e/magic-of-music-ride-series