… Patterned by Nature – A Better Pattern A Better Pattern is a dynamic collaboration with Columbia College Chicago’s School of Fashion. This … and fashion through the lens of garden-inspired design. From elevated streetwear to gala-worthy, couture-inspired creations, each piece in this exhibition reflects a commitment to sustainability and creative reinvention. Through processes of deconstruction and …
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… Garden, Glencoe, IL Tour Leader: Plant Evaluation Gardens: A Climate Lens Richard Hawke is responsible for the comparative evaluation of more than 1,200 taxa of herbaceous and woody plants in the Plant Evaluation Program. The program is one of the largest and most diverse in the nation, and received the Award for Program … from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and has managed the Garden’s trials since 1986. He is the author of Plant Evaluation Notes, a periodic publication reporting the results of the …
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… James VeggieRx Manager, Windy City Harvest Ketaurah James grew up in North Lawndale and is the manager of the VeggieRx program. English Spanish I manage the VeggieRx program, a … with Lawndale Christian Health Center that provides fresh produce and nutrition education to the North Lawndale neighborhood. Childhood Memories I grew up in North Lawndale, and … by people who have lived here a long time–grandmas and grandpas passing knowledge down to children and children’s children. My first job was with Windy City Harvest. It’s a core …
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… created by melting recycled plastic on a vaulted steel frame. The color transitions from black to purple, red, orange, and yellow as it moves upwards, representing ideas of growth and a brighter future. Passing through the structure will provide viewers a moment to contemplate the amount of plastic in the environment and where the plastic’s life cycle might end.” About the artist: Cody James Norman is a Chicago-based artist, designer, robot handler, and plastic miner. His work has been …
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… appreciating stocks, bonds, or mutual funds. Giving securities that have increased in value is a smart and effective way to support our mission while potentially reducing your tax liability. Benefits of giving … your tax advisor regarding your own circumstances. Make a larger impact at no additional cost to you. How to make a gift To donate securities to the Chicago Botanic Garden, please provide …
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… the season’s fresh blueberries and peaches. Heather updates and modifies menus each season to take advantage of the rich, vibrant flavors the time of year offers. Lemon-Blueberry Pancakes … buttermilk, lemon zest, and vanilla. Fold dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and stir to combine. The batter should be thick and lumpy. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or non-stick … drop a small handful of the blueberries onto each pancake. Once the side on the griddle is golden brown, flip to brown the other side. Serve with sliced fresh peaches macerated in …
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… of Fiber The area's oldest, largest and most unique fiber art event November 7 – 9, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Regenstein Center Free; regular parking and Garden admission fees apply for … during this event. Viewers of the exhibition will be awed by over 150 pieces from traditional to contemporary. The marketplace will showcase a variety of handmade gifts for sale just in time … Fashion Show & Sale Friday, November 7, 11 a.m. Alsdorf Auditorium The Fine Art of Fiber is the combined efforts of Illinois Quilters Inc., North Suburban NeedleArts Guild and Weavers …
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… Chicago Botanic Garden Strategic Plan 2024 – 2028 The Chicago Botanic Garden is a world-renowned living museum and so much more. Our roots grow throughout greater Chicago and beyond, inspiring all people to connect with plants. The Garden helps build healthier communities through urban agriculture, … beauty of horticulture. Our mission statement says it all: We cultivate the power of plants to sustain and enrich life. The work we do helps shape how people experience, value, and care for …
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… on a global stage in London? An international team of orchid experts would work with us to get the rare plant to the Royal Horticultural Society’s Chelsea Flower Show in late May. At … sure how the heat- and humidity-loving ghost orchid would hold up in travel. The Garden is one of the few institutions in the world to have ghost orchids; the plant is notoriously … orchid had come from the Chicago Botanic Garden. In the end, everything worked out for the best. The ghost orchid captivated an audience at Chelsea and another one at Kew. And the Orchid …
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… of Board President Toni Preckwinkle. Through free videos and programs for kids from 3 to 6 years old, the project addresses the education barriers and learning loss magnified by the global pandemic. The Garden is proud to join leading cultural institutions and other partners on Project Rainbow. “When I was a kid, I …
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