… There’s more to the North Branch Trail addition than meets the eye. It’s a great story to tell the kids or to … deeper (literally and figuratively), and you’ll find the reason for that slope: the “hill” is actually the remnants of a glacier. Its proper name is the Highland Park Moraine. It’s one of … The sedges are reportedly thriving. GFGT showed their appreciation in such an appropriate way. 5 Reasons to Love the North Branch Trail Extension It’s safe (for all the bike riders who’ve …
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… Have you noticed all the mushrooms popping up in lawns, mulch, and next to trees? We asked Greg Mueller , Ph.D., chief scientist and Negaunee vice president of science … pop up out of nowhere? Mushrooms can appear magical—seeming to pop up overnight. This is part of their mystique. The mushrooms we see are the spore forming part of the … stomach problems in people may be deadly toxic to dogs. Unfortunately, there is not a simple way to tell—you must know the situation with each species. And finally, an otherwise nontoxic …
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… In School Programs Enrich your curriculum and have the Chicago Botanic Garden come to you! Choose from a variety of programs that feature plant topics appropriate for specific … grade levels. Meet a Scientist Middle and high school educators: would your students like to meet a real, live scientist who can explain how the became a scientist, share their research, … your class, in English or Spanish, for no charge. Traveling Plant Science Teacher This program is currently on hold. … Enrich your curriculum and have the Chicago Botanic Garden come to you! …
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… hours learn more Member Advantage Garden members can borrow books online . All you need is your unique membership number for full access to our e-book system. Read books online … One of the great treasures of the Chicago Botanic … can borrow books online . All you need is your unique membership number for full access to our e-book system. Read books online …
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… Press Room Welcome to the Chicago Botanic Garden Press Room. The public relations staff is happy to assist journalists with stories, on-site visits, interviews, experts, and photos. Press Photos View Gallery Contact Us For media …
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… Viva Vita Pride Month is a time to honor the history and voices of the LGBTQIA+ community—which makes me, a plant … of British gardening style, which includes Sissinghurst Castle Garden, arguably one of the best examples of an English walled garden, that was created by Sackville-West and her husband, …
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… ...and this year's fall colors It’s hard to think of fall without picturing a mosaic of trees with warm-colored hues. Amber browns, golden … At the Garden, peak fall color emerges around mid-October. This year’s fall color show is not a drastic change, but the colors are a little “off,” according to Boyce Tankersley, … tree walk begins at the Visitor Center and proceeds south along the Garden’s East Road on the way to the Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant Conservation Science Center . Given the fluctuation in …
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… Playlist Movin & groovin to that old ★ time rock n roll What’s a 50th birthday celebration without some memorable jams? In a nod to our 1972 opening, we created four special playlists below just for you. Rock on, Curtis … of 1972 1972 Progressive Rock 1972 Rock 1972 Rhythm and Blues 1972 Soft Rock Live music is back at the Garden! Featuring ’70s bands on the first and last Monday of each month. Check out …
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… in establishing and sustaining horticultural therapy programs. These programs are designed to advance individual and group treatment plans or to engage people with disabilities and older adults in safe, comfortable gardening experiences … an application and a brief telephone interview two months prior to your visit. The study tour is offered from May to October. Session Length The study tour can be scheduled for a minimum of …
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… Digital Photography Contest 2014 Fall Contest Winners Our winter contest is January 30 – March 13, 2015 Winners announced March 20, 2015 Thank you to all of the photographers who entered our summer photo contest, sharing treasures from all … previous contests, each grand prize winner will receive a complimentary one-year membership to the Chicago Botanic Garden. Congratulations to our winning photographers, and to everyone who …
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