Little Diggers Basics

Age Limits
Programs are accessible at multiple levels for children ages 2 and 3. Each child must be accompanied by an adult.

For the fall 2009 session, children must be 2 by September 17, 2009 (the last first day of class) for the 2- and 3-year-old class; children must be 3 by September 17, 2009 (the last first day of class) for the 3- and 4-year-old class. For the winter 2010 session, children must be 2 by January 21, 2010 (the last first day of class) for the 2- and 3-year-old class; children must be 3 by January 21, 2010 (the last first day of class) for the 3- and 4-year-old class.

Attire
Please come dressed for the weather. Many classes include time spent outside. Wear clothes that are comfortable for outdoor and indoor activities, and hands-on (sometimes messy) fun.

Cancellation Policy
You may cancel your registration up to one week before the series begins for a $10 administrative handling fee per child. You may transfer your registration into another Little Diggers day or time slot at no additional cost. To cancel or transfer, please call (847) 835-6801. We are not able to give refunds for cancellations with less than one week’s notice. If you are unable to attend due to medical reasons, you may receive a refund (minus a $10 handling fee) by providing a doctor’s note. Programs cancelled by the Garden due to low enrollment will automatically be fully refunded or you may opt to reschedule to another day or time, if space is available.

Class Location/parking
The primary class location is the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden Learning Center. However, in case of inclement weather, the class may meet in an alternate location. A sign will be posted in the Visitor Center with the class location each time we meet. A stroller is suggested. Bring your receipt with you to each class to receive free parking.

Enrollment Limits
Each program has space for a maximum of 12 children accompanied by one adult each. Classes will be cancelled unless the minimum enrollment of five children is met (see Cancellation Policy for more information). Limit of one child per adult.

Registration
Registration and prepayment are required for all programs. Registrations are taken by mail, fax, or online only (sorry, no phone registration). Registration and payment must be received no later than one week prior to the start of the session.

Mail registrations to Chicago Botanic Garden, Family Programs Registrar, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL 60022. Checks or credit cards are accepted as payment.

Fax registrations to (847) 242-6330. Credit card payment is required for faxed registration.

Online registration Credit card payment is required for online registration.

Snacks
You are welcome to bring a small snack for your child. Though there will be no designated snack time, there will be opportunities to take a short individual break if a snack is needed. Please refrain from bringing any snacks with peanuts or tree nuts.

Questions
For registration questions or to confirm program availability, call (847) 835-6801. For questions regarding program content, call (847) 835-8363.