Holiday

•  “The Chicago Botanic Garden is joining #GivingTuesday to strengthen the culture of giving during the busy holiday season,” said Anne Boynton, director of membership and annual giving. “The social media initiative helps us focus on community, and incorporate kindness and compassion into our seasonal celebrations.”

•  #GivingTuesday is a global social media movement that celebrates generosity and designates a day to give during the busy holiday shopping season. The third annual #GivingTuesday culminates on Tuesday, Dec.

GLENCOE, IL (August 29, 2014)—Three family favorites—Spooky Pooch Parade, HallowFest, and Trains, Tricks & Treats—will bring mischief and magic back to the Chicago Botanic Garden this Halloween season.

GLENCOE, Ill. (December 20, 2013) – For the first time in its 41-year history, the Chicago Botanic Garden is on the cusp of attracting one million visitors in a calendar year. The benchmark, which the Garden hopes to reach on December 31, represents a 5 percent increase over 2012, the second highest attendance year on record. That year, 954,727 people visited the Garden.