Chicago Matters | June 24, 2008

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Tune in today for new Chicago Matters: Growing Forward programming on water in the region.

CHICAGO MATTERS PROGRAMMING
June 24
LISTEN	Chicago Public Radio explores the historic Grand Calumet River. Learn more>> Airs on WBEZ-FM 91.5 at 7:20 a.m. and during Eight Forty-Eight, between 9:00-10:00 a.m.


WATCH	WTTW reports on efforts to clean up area beaches. Learn more>> Airs on Chicago Tonight at 7:00 p.m.


EXPLORE	Join the Chicago Public Library for a book discussion on Silence of the Songbirds. Learn more>> Event takes place at the Roden Branch, 6083 N. Northwest Hwy., at 7:00 p.m.


LEARN	The Chicago Reporter investigates potholes on our region's roads. Learn more>> Available online now at http://www.chicagoreporter.com

GREEN Tip of the Week


	Water smart. During the summer, water your grass and garden early in the morning or evening. If you water during the day, half of the water just evaporates. Also don't allow sprinklers to water your street, driveway or sidewalk. Position them so the water lands on the lawn and shrubs—not the paved areas.

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