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Join us on Sunday for a brunch social. Meet OPC members, enjoy some refreshments, and tour the building, including available units. RSVP at info@oakparkcommons.com or just show up. See you there!
#cohousing #cohousingcommunity #intergenerational #intergenerationalliving #oakparkil #oakparkillinois
September 14, 2026 at 6:53 PM
oakparkcommons.bsky.social
Learn more about OPC Cohousing, including what units are still available at our next informational meeting, featuring a video building tour and Q&A. See you there!

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#cohousing #intergenerational #sustainable #oakparkil #oakparkillinois
September 5, 2026 at 9:37 PM
oakparkcommons.bsky.social
The Oak Park Commons building includes condo units owned be members and common spaces for socializing and activities. This is our common house. Learn more at oakparkcommons.com.

#cohousing #cohousingcommunity #sustainableliving #intergenerationalliving #oakparkil #oakparkillinois
August 18, 2026 at 4:41 PM
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HAPPY HOUR last night in Oak Park! We're ready for better elections with #RankedChoiceVoting in Illinois! Oak Parkers passed a ranked choice voting referendum in 2024 with 79% support. Lots of love for democracy here!

#RCV #Illinois #Democracy #OakPark #OakParkIllinois #chicagolandarea
A group of 12 people gathered around a table smiling at a FairVote Illinois ranked choice voting happy hour.
January 29, 2026 at 7:15 PM
fairvoteil.bsky.social
After a year of hard work we were victorious in securing #RankedChoiceVoting for Oak Park, the second city in Illinois to do so. Come celebrate with us in the last event for the year! Join us at Betty's Pizza and Pasta on Dec. 18 from 5-7PM!

#Democracy #Illinois #OakParkIL #OakParkIllinois
A picture of a hand holding a drink with text reading "Oak Park, IL Happy Hour for Ranked Choice Voting! Join us December 18 from 5-7PM at Betty's Pizza and Pasta."
December 10, 2024 at 7:06 PM
oakparkcommons.bsky.social
Join us in July! See a special video tour of OPC at our 7/9 informational meeting and/or stop by our summer social on 7/19, where you can tour the building, including available units, and meet Oak Park Commons members. See you there!

#cohousing #intergenerational #oakparkillinois #sustainable
July 5, 2026 at 5:40 PM
oakparkcommons.bsky.social
Summer is (just about) here! Join OPC at our upcoming public events. Learn about us at our monthly Zoom meeting and/or attend our Happy Hour, where you can meet members, enjoy refreshments, and view available units. RSVP at info@oakparkcommons.com.
#oakparkillinois #cohousing #intergenerational
June 5, 2026 at 4:55 PM
oakparkcommons.bsky.social
We invite you to our public meeting on Thursday, May 14th. Meet OPC members and learn about our vision of cohousing, as well as available condo units in our new building. See you there!

#cohousing #intergenerational #oakparkil #oakparkillinois #sustainableliving #newconstruction #newcondo
May 11, 2026 at 12:13 AM
oakparkcommons.bsky.social
The Oak Park Farmers Market - just a 25-minute walk from our building - is celebrating its 50th season! Check out Market, their delightful version of Devo's Whip it.
#walkablecity #farmersmarket #oakparkfarmersmarket #intergenerationalliving #sustainableliving #cohousing #oakparkil #oakparkillinois
DEVO Celebrates 50 Years of Oak Park Farmers Market
YouTube video by Village of Oak Park
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August 31, 2025 at 7:02 PM
oakparkcommons.bsky.social
Oak Park Commons members had a great time at the Oak Park 4th of July parade! They braved the rain to spread the word about our growing community. See you at the next one.

#cohousing #cohousingproject #intergenerational #intergenerationalliving #kidsincohousing #cohousingbuilding #oakparkillinois
July 14, 2025 at 4:05 AM
oakparkcommons.bsky.social
We recently took part in Oak Park's annual A Day in Our Village. A big thanks to all of the folks who stopped by our booth!

#cohousing #cohousingproject #intergenerational #intergenerationalliving #kidsincohousing #sustainableliving #oakparkil #oakparkillinois #chicagocondo #newcondoschicago
June 15, 2025 at 6:57 PM
oakparkcommons.bsky.social
Join us for our next get-together at members Anne & Mary's home on Friday, May 23. Meet members, learn about our vision of cohousing, and what condo units are still available. See you there!
#cohousing #intergenerational #oakparkillinois #newcondos #chicagocondos #chicagosuburbs #oakparkil #condos
May 18, 2025 at 9:10 PM
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Oak Park, Illinois on June 14, 2025 No Kings protest. At least 5000 people lining blocks and blocks and Scoville Park @oakparkillinois
@nokings
June 21, 2025 at 6:05 AM
opcan.bsky.social
Save on solar panel installation with Switch Together, a group buying initiative that allows Oak Park residents to go solar at a significant discount. The deadline to register for the current round of Switch Together is Aug. 12.

#solarenergy #cleanenergy #oakparkil #oakparkillinois
Affordable Solar | Switch Together
It's time to go solar! Protect yourself against rising energy prices - secure a substantial discount on a high-quality solar panel installation.
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August 4, 2026 at 4:27 PM
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On January 26th, OP-CAN held our second annual “Bringing Clean Energy Home to Oak Park” event to remind ourselves of the actions we can take to fight climate change at the state and local level.

Please check out the recap below.

#cleanenergy #greenenergy #oakpark #oakparkil #oakparkillinois
Recap: 2026 Bringing Clean Energy Home to Oak Park — Oak Park Climate Action Network
On January 26th Oak Park Climate Action Network held our second annual “Bringing Clean Energy Home to Oak Park” event.  We gathered at the Oak Park Community Recreation Center--almost 60-strong ...
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February 3, 2026 at 4:06 AM
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Start a more sustainable new year off right: don't forget to register for OPCAN's Jan 26 event. Space is limited! Kindly share:
bit.ly/opcan2026

#cleanenergy #renewableenergy #oakpark #oakparkil #oakparkillinois
Bringing Clean Energy Home Monday, Jan 26, 2026 6-8:30pm @ CRC $150 Raffle Prize * Free consultations from OP Climate Coaches * Heat pump demo * Kids' activity table
January 9, 2026 at 3:02 PM
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A new net-zero apartment building is opening in Oak Park. Check out the article in the Wednesday Journal at OP-CAN Links in our bio entitled, "ResCorp opens doors to new apartment building on Austin."

#netzero #construction #oakpark #oakparkil #oakparkillinois
ResCorp opens doors to new apartment building on Austin - Wednesday Journal
The first residents are moving this week into “The Pierce,” Oak Park Residence Corporation’s newly-constructed, environmentally-friendly building that its staff and board first envisioned more than fi...
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October 8, 2025 at 11:18 PM
opcan.bsky.social
Say NO to a rate hike by Nicor! Add your name to the petition organized by IL Public Interest Research Group (PIRG):
pirg.org/illinois/tak...

#energycosts #methanegas #oakpark #oakparkil #oakparkillinois
No Nicor rate hike for unnecessary fossil fuel infrastructure
Nicor Gas is pushing a $317 million rate hike -- what would be the largest gas utility rate hike in Illinois history.
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September 27, 2025 at 12:14 AM
opcan.bsky.social
Our Climate. Our Housing. Our Future. Please join us for the Oak Park Energy Efficiency Roundtable on Thirsday, Sept 25, 6-8pm, at Dole branch library.

Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/our-climat...

#cleanenergy #greenenergy #oakpatk #oakparkil #oakparkillinois
September 23, 2025 at 2:50 AM
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We’ve compiled a list of current clean energy tax incentives for Oak Park residents, their use, and when they expire. Please check out our recent blog post.

#cleanenergy #greenenergy #oakpark #oakparkil #oakparkillinois
What Clean Energy Incentives and Grants are Expiring? — Oak Park Climate Action Network
We’ve compiled a list of current tax incentives for Oak Park residents, their use, and when they expire. The initiatives range from renewable energy credits to electric vehicle rebates; these programs...
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August 19, 2025 at 5:23 PM
opcan.bsky.social
Oak Park banned natural gas in new construction to address climate change and improve air quality, but fossil fuel companies are trying to stop our community from deciding what works for us. We're pushing back.

#climatechange #fossilfuels #oakpark #oakparkil #oakparkillinois
Oak Park banned natural gas in new buildings, but a legal fight is underway
The west suburb was the first municipality in the Midwest to pass an electrification ordinance. Opponents of the ban said it violates the federal Energy Policy Act.
chicago.suntimes.com
August 1, 2025 at 5:38 PM
opcan.bsky.social
OPCAN co-founder, mentor, and sustainability pioneer Mac Robinet has been honored with a proclamation from the Village of Oak Park!

Congratulations, Mac!

#envioronmentalleader #oakpark #oakparkil #oakparkillinois
Mac Robinet with all 7 members of the Oak Park Village Board.
July 23, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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Wishing you time with family and friends this 4th of July. Recharge your batteries so you can work to address the climate crisis here in Oak Park!

#4thofjuly #happy4thofjuly🇺🇸 #climatecrisis #climate #oakpark #oakparkil #oakparkillinois
Happy Independence Day. The Oak Park Climate Action Network (OP-CAN) works every day to make our nation and world more secure against the climate crisis through advocacy and action in Oak Park and surrounding communities.
July 4, 2025 at 1:46 AM
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OP-CAN is at the Oak Park Farmers' Market this morning sharing information about community solar and other options for electrifying your home.

More information:
opcan.org/resources

#electrifyeverything #electrification #climate #climatechange #oakpark #oakparkil #oakparkillinois
OP-CAN volunteers at Oak Park Farmers' Market.
May 31, 2025 at 2:35 PM