After the Peanut
afterthepeanut.com
After the Peanut is a solution driven company, focusing on the power of knowledge and education. The core foundation is to transform communities by increasing equity in K-12 STEAM education.
Singer Amber Berg
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Amber is a singer songwriter from the Midwest, living a small-town girls dream.
Anti-Racism Committee (ARC)
Anti-Racism Committee (ARC) provides workshops and information about the issues of racism in our society.
A Piece by Kayla
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Handmade Acrylic art and clay jewelry
Author Bob Cmolik
theboyinthefan.com
Join Henry and his friends as they discover the unfathomable trials being endured by a boy their own age, separated by 4,000 miles and fifty years! Will they be able to help their new friend escape the brutality and certain death that await him?
Axial Creations
axialcreations.etsy.com
Custom chainmaille jewelry, dreamcatchers, and apparel.
Blacksmith, Steven Helis
Steven Helis has been practicing the craft of Blacksmithing for over 30 yrs. He will show how to heat and hammer recycled steel into useful items. Things that can be used at home, in the garden or for camping & cooking outdoors. He will also offer Souvenir Horseshoes for sale & make your own necklace station, at which you can punch your name into a medallion.
Boy Scout Troop 175
Our unit services our program to male youth between 11-18 years old. Our purpose is to educate our Scouts on the importance of respecting and preserving our outdoors by introducing them to the citizen responsibility one must take up to protect the outdoors. We teach through our Scout Oath and Law how to become productive and protective citizens. We provide a youth program to educate and learn.
Butter Duck Farms
butterduckfarms.com
Handmade natural skin and hair care products. Soaps, lotions, aluminum free deodorants, herbal salves, lip balms and more.
Cards by Sister Mary Lou Marchetti
Beautiful artwork and inspirational messages by Sister May Lou Marchetti.
Citizens Against Ruining the Environment ~ C.A.R.E.
willcountycare.org
“C.A.R.E. (Citizens Against Ruining the Environment) is an all volunteer 501-c3 environmental organization dedicated to protect Mother Earth. Work on issues such as air & groundwater & reducing plastic consumption.
Cathy Mikoff - Painted Rocks
Variety of hand painted rocks; mushrooms, ladybugs, flowers, turtles, frogs, bumble bees.
Cherry Berry Blast Face Painting
facebook.com/cbblast
Cherry Berry loves sharing her talents with kids of all ages.
Citizen's Climate Education
citizensclimateeducation.org
Citizens’ Climate Education (CCE) is a nonpartisan grassroots advocacy organization that empowers people from diverse backgrounds to educate key stakeholders, policymakers, and the general public about effective solutions to climate change. This powerful corps of climate advocates builds political will for long-lasting climate solutions at the federal and state level.
City of Joliet - Arborist
City of Joliet Arborist. I will have a variety of saplings to give away and tree information.
City of Joliet - Stormwater Display
cityofjoliet.info
The City’s management of stormwater cleanliness (quality) is governed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) through the National Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit process. Residents will be encouraged to participate in environmentally conscience storm water management through the use of rain barrels, rain gardens, and the proper disposal of trash, pet waste, oil, and other contaminants. Contaminants and debris should never be dumped into a storm sewer drain as these contaminants directly affect the water quality of our streams and rivers.
Coffee N Repeat
coffeenrepeat.com
At COFFEE N REPEAT, we care for each consumer just as we care for each bean. We want to make sure you have the best coffee drinking experience; whether it’s to start your morning, a little afternoon pick-me-up, or to wrap up the day.
Encore Art Shop
encoreartshop.com
These days I’m strongly focused on ceramics, but I still love my watercolors! Be sure to browse the site to see some of my past work and don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions.
GC Lavender by Gallery's Choice
gclavender/gallerieschoice.com
GC Lavender features the locally-grown lavender from Yorkville, IL farm of Rose and Bill Jarecki.
Gigi's Garden
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Unique handmade garden art and home decor made with antiques and vintage pieces.
Go Doggy Run Hot Dog Cart
godoggyrun.com
It’s no secret Chicago, IL is a meat-lover’s paradise, but Go Doggy Run Hot Dog Cart is providing residents of the Windy City and its suburbs with a whole new take on the hot dog cart. Rather than appealing solely to beef connoisseurs, the team here strives to build a menu with options for all types of diets. By offering vegetarian options and healthier alternatives like chicken and turkey alongside traditional Vienna beef dogs, they create a catering experience every attendee can enjoy.
There’s a three-step process to deliciousness here. First, pick your style of hot dog. Then, choose either a classic white bun or up the ante with some poppyseeds. Last, pile on the toppings, options running the gamut from relish to onions to sport peppers to celery salt. Once you’ve created your personal masterpiece, sink your teeth into a piping hot frank. Sound delicious? Of course, it does, so have Go Doggy Run out to cater your next event.
GreenGrids Solar
greengridssolar.com
We promote clean solar energy. We exclusively install the SunPower system.
Heidi's Wreaths
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Wreaths created by Heidi Litchfield Located in Morris Illinois. We ship anywhere in the USA.
Incredible Bats
incrediblebats.com
Sharon and Dan have been promoting bat education in the Midwest since 1996. Our goal as bat educators is to inform people about the many benefits of bats.
We enjoy all different kinds of animals, not just bats! Over the years we have owned dogs, cats, fish, rabbits, rats, reptiles, amphibians, and skunks. We bring our skunks to shows so that people can enjoy a native species of animal that loves to be petted and handled by anyone.
We travel all across Illinois, and have had shows in Wisconsin, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Iowa, Missouri, and Kentucky, Arkansas, West Virginia, Virginia. In 2016 did 4 shows in Ontario, Canada.
InSpirit Adornments
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Jewelry created from stones, beads, wire, and clay.
Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary
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The Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (IBVM Loretto Sisters), in collaboration with our JPIC Committee, will support Bluestem’s efforts regarding immigration, human trafficking and sustainability. The rights of women and children are central to IBVM’s specific concerns. Bluestem guests will be able to learn more about IBVM, IBVM’s action plan and commitment to Laudato Si’, local community events supporting the environment and other ways in which IBVM and their JPIC Committee are inspiring community learning and actively implementing these important topics.
JP Treats & Delivery
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We’ve created a pancake/waffle mix that all you do is add water & cook. Get homemade taste & no mess.
Made with LOVE from our kitchen to yours.
Kent Arnsbarger - Steel Drum Musician
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Kent is a solo steel pan artist.
Little Kitchen Academy
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To families in Plainfield seeking educationally-enriching activities for their children ages 3-18, Little Kitchen Academy is the first-of-its-kind Montessori-inspired cooking academy providing a safe & empowering environment to learn practical life skills, confidence, independence, and healthy eating habits to last a lifetime.
National Hook-up of Black Women Joliet Chapter
nhbwjoliet.com
The National Hook-Up of Black Women, Inc. Joliet Chapter is a non-profit 501(c)3 charitable community service organization dedicated to improving the lives of women and their families through support of the arts, culture, education, health wellness, and human service program.
Pachamama Alliance Chicagoland CoHearts
pachamama.org
Our Vision is to build a team of individuals who are motivated and empowered to “bring forth an environmentally sustainable, spiritually fulfilling, socially just presence on this planet. ”
We seek answers to the question, “Where can we make a difference?”
Our Mission then is to share what we learn through research to educate and recruit others of like mind.
We work collaboratively to take local action that supports national and global initiatives that create a sustainable world.
Paper & Cork
Various Paper Bead Bracelets Jewelry
Paper bead jewelry.
Pax Christi Will County
paxchristiwillcounty
Pax Christi strives to create a world that reflects the Peace of Christ by exploring, articulating, and witnessing to the call of Christian nonviolence. The work begins in personal life and extends to communities of reflection and action to transform the structures of society. It struggles against economic injustice, militarism, environmental destruction, and racist struggles. Pax Christi promotes universal human rights and responsibilities through solidarity with the oppressed and marginalized people struggling for dignity.
Plainfield Public Library
papl.info
Our Mission:
We strive to educate, inform, entertain, and culturally enrich our community.
The Library’s mission states what the Library will do to achieve its vision. Carrying out the mission is an ongoing process that promotes lifelong learning, civic participation, the joy of reading, and cultural understanding. All library services and programs connect to the mission and the work of staff helps the Library advance this mission every day.
ShareFest Will County
shareFestwillcounty.org
ShareFest Will County is a not-for-profit organization with a purpose to serve the deepest needs of the people in Will County with the resources available to us. This includes food, clothes, educational supplies, free healthcare, employment opportunities and environmental impact projects.
Sisters of St. Francis - JPIC
sistersofstfrancis/jpic
JUSTICE PEACE AND INTEGRITY OF CREATION (JPIC)
Responding to the needs of society, the Justice Peace and Integrity of Creation (JPIC) Commission was founded in 2004 as a General Chapter mandate. Each successive Governing Board of the Congregation has chosen to continue the commission as a means to further our commitment to Social Justice.
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- Anti-Racism Committee (ARC) provides workshops and information about the issues of racism in our society.
- Bluestem Earth Festival, held in May, is a free event featuring a variety of earth friendly activities such as workshops, eco-conscious exhibits and vendors, entertainment and children’s activities. There are also speakers addressing contemporary social concerns such as human trafficking and water issues. Click here for more earth friendly resources
- Participation in Human Trafficking Joint Franciscan Committee.
- One Heart Project
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- JPIC Grants for projects of Sisters and Associates.
SORA Products
soraproducts.com
We are empowering talented women by providing markets for their hand woven products so they can live on sustainable income for their families and experience holistic transformation. 60% of our profits go back to the Philippines and our artisan communities. Visit the SORA Products shop to help us keep our artisans weaving!
Sowers Creations
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Sowers Creations offers a variety of handmade made to order crochet plushies or other crochet amigurumi pieces.
St. Mary Immaculate Parish Allies for Peace and Justice
www.smip.org
The Peace and Justice Allies ministry began forming in 2020 as a way for parishioners to bring the social teachings of the Catholic Church to the community and world around us. Chances are people already know what it means to be an ally for someone, standing with another who may not be able to stand by themselves. Our allies ministry provides ways for us to stand with people in our community who need our support and friendship.
St. Roger Abbey
strogerabbey.org
St Roger Abbey Organic French Gourmet Patisserie ® offers delicious and authentic homemade French Pastries! This benefits our charitable Missions, including our Soup Kitchen and Food Pantry on the West Side of Chicago, where hundreds of homeless people and destitute families are served.
The Center
findingthecenter.net
Our experienced medical professionals put your healing needs first. We are proud to provide a high quality level of customer service, medical experience, and commitment to health and wellness to all our patients. Our goal is to make you feel better as quickly as possible.
The Conservation Foundation
theconservationfoundation.org
The Conservation Foundation is local nonprofit land and water conservation organization working in northern Illinois. In Will County we provide coordination for the Lower DuPage River Watershed Coalition and the Lower DesPlaines Watershed Group in addition to working with the Forest Preserve District of Will County to preserve natural open spaces. We also coordinate the Conservation@Home program working with private landowners to create healthy, functional landscapes.
The Cookie Garden
thecookiegarden.com
Opened in 1987, The Cookie Garden creates unique cookie bouquets for any occasion and has a delicious assortment of a variety of cookies.
The Cookie Garden has been shipping out delicious cookie bouquet gifts nationwide for over 35 years. They use the finest of ingredients, individually wrap and label our cookies and do not use any preservatives. Everything is made in our facility in Wood Dale, IL. We feature our amazing gourmet cookies, cookie sandwiches and cakes, our gluten free line and our amazing cheddar popcorn line. Just note, our cookies are addictive!
Products: gourmet cookies, gluten free cookies, cookie sandwiches, cookie cakes, cheddar popcorn line.
The Jib Brothers Band
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The Jib Brothers Trio pride themselves in great three-part harmonies, covering over 30 different artist’s classic tunes to sing along with. Dick Tezak plays rhythm guitar and powers his guitar synthesizer that will have you looking around wondering where all the different instruments are coming from.
The Natural Naturalist
thenaturalnaturalist.com
Teaching Naturalist programs in a fun and loving way.
The Yardware Store
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Handmade outdoor and home decor, all made with upscaled and recycled pieces individually and original.
University of St. Francis
st.francis.edu/campus-sustainability
The University of St. Francis will be highlighting sustainability projects accomplished.
What Makes Your Heart Melt
whatmakesyourheartmelt.com
We are a husband-and-wife team that started our candle-making journey in 2017. We built the business out of a love of candles and animals. We saw such a need and an overwhelming homeless animal population and thought why can’t we do something we love and give back to something we believe in? That is how What Makes Your Heart Melt Candle LLC was formed. 100% Hand Poured Soy Candles.
Wild Birds Unlimited
jolietwbu.com
Your local backyard bird feeding experts.
Wize Wonderz
wizewonderz.com
A PLACE TO EXPLORE THE WISDOM WITHIN TO BECOME THE WONDER YOU ARE.
Will County Audubon
willcountyaudubon.org
In the mid 1940’s, a group of birders got together and formed a local Audubon Club. The group officially became the Will County Chapter of the Illinois Audubon Society (IAS) in 1971. The IAS is a not-for-profit conservation organization chartered by the State of Illinois in 1897. Both organizations are dedicated to conserving wildlife and habitat in Will County. Many Will County Audubon members volunteer and serve as interpreters at the Lake Renwick Heron Rookery and Nature Preserve in Plainfield, IL.
Will County Bee Keepers
willbees.org
WillBees is a non-profit organization that raises awareness of the products and services of the honey bee hive, encourages cooperation among local beekeepers, contributes to the advancement of education about beekeeping and its related activities, and offers support to our members and neighboring communities.
Will County Health Department - Environmental Health
willcountyhealth.org
Will County Health Department Environmental Health Division will be bringing radon test kits, water sample bottles for wells, info on west nile virus, wells, septics, radon, and other brochures and giveaways.
Will County Resource Recovery & Energy
willcountygreen.com
Will County provides many services to residents and businesses, including environmental and energy efficiency assistance. Our Collection programs promote waste reduction, reuse, recycling and proper disposal. Please see our “green” website or Facebook page for more information!
Wings And Talons
WingsAndTalons.org
Meet and learn about Birds of Prey at Bluestem Earth Festival. Trained raptor handlers from Wings and Talons will talk about and answer your questions.
Wings and Talons is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that is staffed by all volunteers, who are dedicated to promoting awareness and conservation of raptors through educational programs. The raptors come to our care after a rehabilitation process has determined that they are not releasable back to the wild, at which point we take them in and commit to their care for the rest of their natural lives. We are completely dependent on donations from the public and programs we take the raptors to, and 100% of all donations go directly for the care of the raptors. We volunteer our time for their care and at programs throughout the year at public events and at schools
Below are our vendors and exhibitors for Bluestem Earth Festival 2023. We are so excited to share with you both new and returning vendors and exhibitors. Check back as we are updating this page regularly.