As the autumn leaves begin their colorful descent in Peoria, residents have the opportunity to deepen their connection with the environment through educational avenues—at no cost. According to the City of Peoria, the Rio Vista Recreation Center, located at 8866 W. Thunderbird Road, invites the community to sign up for Sustainable U's free fall courses, teaching participants the ins and outs of environmentally conscious living.
Starting with "Pricklies with Purpose: Cactus That Work for You" on Tuesday, September 23 at 6 p.m., this class will take on the challenge of choosing the appropriate cacti for your unique habitat, and concurrently, will showcase creative methods for incorporating these resilient plants into your home landscaping, as per the City of Peoria.
Moreover, for those looking to ensure the effortless survival of their gardens while conserving precious resources, the session titled "Selecting the Right Plant for the Right Place" could be a game-changer. Scheduled for Saturday, October 4 at 9:30 a.m. Registration is easy—visit Rio Vista’s website and navigate to the “Enrichment Classes” and “Green Living – Sustainable University” sections, or call 623-773-7137.
