… Buy Tickets Donate Now --> The Summer Dinner Dance is the most important fundraising event for the Chicago Botanic Garden. We believe that beautiful gardens and natural environments are fundamentally important to the mental and physical well-being of all people, now and for generations to come. This year, the Garden presents Picturing the Prairie , a program that inspires a genuine appreciation for and interest in the prairie ecosystem, while highlighting the conservation and stewardship …
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… members. Think about dividing them creatively (“Picnics at Grandma Hattie’s”; “Thanksgiving for Omnivores and Herbivores”; “A Celebration of Children”; “Caesar and Other Greats (Salads)”). … or family in the vicinity. They live far away? No worries: just layer the dry ingredients for a baked item in a mason jar, attach the recipe, finish with a festive bow, pack, and send it … exposed pipes is great; so is an empty closet in a spare bedroom. Clothes racks work very well for hanging plants, too. This is one gift that must be planned in advance, as you must harvest …
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… crops—we’re here to help get you started or talk you through whatever you’re growing. A place for inspiration Look for something new from March through November—maybe a window box filled with the main ingredients for English pea soup, including edible flowers; or a fish pepper, an African American heirloom … crops—we’re here to help get you started or talk you through whatever you’re growing. A place for inspiration Look for something new from March through November—maybe a window box filled with …
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… City Harvest Youth Farm Eligibility Windy City Harvest Youth Farm hires high school students for summer and after-school jobs. In order to be eligible, students must be currently enrolled in … go to school near the farm site to which they are applying. Where to Begin Students can apply for summer programs starting in January each year. Students should select the farm closest to … work on the farms early Spring through late Fall and must be able to commit to the shift for their farm. Shift information is listed on the application for each site. Let us know that …
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… Building the Future It was worth the wait! We've been busy making improvements for our one million-plus annual visitors, and it's time to welcome you through our new "front … Welcome Plaza in front of the Visitor Center this spring. It's a visitor-friendly place for you to meet up with family and friends and use the staffed ticketing kiosks. You can also … more energy efficient. Please note that tram tours now leave from the Welcome Plaza. Thank you for your support and for your patience through the construction. We're thrilled to be giving our …
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… Natural areas comprise more than half of the Garden’s 385 acres and are recognized as models for excellence in restoration and habitat re-creation. They support hundreds of native plant and … wildlife species, improve our water, air, and soil quality, and provide a natural laboratory for our conservation science programs. We invite you to wander designated paths to see firsthand … and animals that call this region home. All of our natural areas provide accessible spots for nature lovers and anyone looking to take a walk in nature to de-stress and harness its …
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… cold and wind and snow and feel the need to “save them,” or at least make their lives easier. For the most part, birds are perfectly capable of dealing with the weather and finding food. Most of the birds that are not able to cope have long since migrated south for the winter. Therefore, we mainly feed birds for our own benefit. It provides an opportunity … the cold. Another nice thing about water is that it will attract birds that might not normally visit a feeding station, especially as temperatures warm up. Some people who have kept a species …
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… Fun with Mud Making Rainbows Planting Seeds Get those little hands dirty with activities for young gardeners: DIY Living Plant Wall Do-It-Yourself Seed Balls Easy Peas-y: Planting with … Cool-Season Edibles Get into Science Attention budding scientists: we've got some challenges for you... Be a Citizen Scientist for Budburst Eleven Experiments with Radish Seeds Growing Plants in Martian Soil How to Train …
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… training programs, and the Lenhardt Library. Before joining the Garden, Dr. Mueller worked for more than 23 years at the Field Museum, most recently as the curator of mycology in the … biology, ecology, and conservation of fungi, especially mushrooms, providing vital information for the management and conservation of temperate and tropical forests, particularly in the … authored six books and nearly 100 journal articles. He is a member of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature Species Survival Commission's Steering Committee; Chair of the …
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… of a titan arum is an exciting event in the botanical world. It is also an opportunity for teachers to illustrate life-science concepts using an extraordinary real-world example. The … peculiar life cycle, and interrelationships with pollinators make it a marvelous story for classroom discussion. There are several ways this story could be incorporated into … life cycle diagram Leaf structure comparison Pollinator match-up worksheet Crossword puzzle for grades 3 - 4 Crossword puzzle for grades 5+ Pollinator scent experiment Corpse flower …
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