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  • … is 8 mph. Park bikes in the racks outside the Visitor Center. Use Garden benches or chairs for resting. Laying blankets on the grass is permitted for Garden performances only. The Garden prohibits solicitation, as well as the distribution or posting of any materials, without permission. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Please see our Code of Conduct. … Please follow these …
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  • … systems during the summer or school year? Please join the Windy City Harvest Youth Farm staff for a day of focused learning. We will discuss incorporating standards for social and emotional learning, giving feedback to students, and common challenges faced in … event will include an overview of our program structure and curriculum; how to foster a safe environment in which students of all abilities can grow, including implementing …
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  • … you and the birds happy: Though birds are intelligent enough not to rely on only your feeders for sustenance, it's a good idea to keep the feeders filled as much as you can until middle to … birds can't. Common Backyard Birds and their Food Preferences Here's a list of birds that will visit your yard, and their preferred foods. American goldfinch — Bright gold with dark wings in … more expensive, though. Cardinals are often the last birds at dusk and the first at dawn to visit feeders. Pine siskin — A winter visitor, the pine siskin looks like a goldfinch, but has …
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  • … factors that affect health but that cannot be easily addressed in the exam room -- like safe places to exercise, or having  access to healthy food that’s affordable. At that time, I … an example, this year alone, our providers will prescribe 15,000 locally sourced produce boxes for patients in the community.       Community Love     There have always been incredible … factors that affect health but that cannot be easily addressed in the exam room -- like safe places to exercise, or having  access to healthy food that’s affordable. At that time, I …
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  • … Native Plant Garden Discover ideas for using native Illinois plants in your home landscape. The Native Plant Garden displays three … pollinator area showcases additional native plants that will encourage bees and butterflies to visit. In addition to forbs (an ecological term for herbaceous perennial plants that are not … pollinator area showcases additional native plants that will encourage bees and butterflies to visit. In addition to forbs (an ecological term for herbaceous perennial plants that are not …
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  • … on two topics dear to me: American’s national parks (I just planned a Grand Canyon/Arches trip for June!), and the power of nature to improve mental health. The latter article cites scientific … I am not alone in believing that  people live better, healthier lives when they create, care for, and enjoy gardens . Millions of people tend backyard or container gardens, or keep plants in … seed catalogues or  gardening books , and  plan your summer garden . If you take a vacation, visit the  local botanic garden . Dream of the tropics at the  Orchid Show  at the Chicago …
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  • … good idea, especially if you can't give it full sun or it's crowded too close to other plants for good air circulation. In addition, most growers recommend using fertilizer in spring and …
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  • … Petals of many flowers reflect ultraviolet light that we cannot see. Flower colors evolved for the benefit of insects. They are created by light reflecting from pigments rather than …
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  • … systems during the summer or school year? Please join the Windy City Harvest Youth Farm staff for our annual facilitator training. We will discuss incorporating standards for social and emotional learning, giving feedback to students, and common challenges faced in … This event will include an overview of our program structure and curriculum; how to foster a safe environment in which students of all abilities can grow, including implementing …
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  • … The Exceptionals present Grow, Worm, Grow: A Sensory Celebration Concert for All! Experiencing live music lights up the entire brain and opens communication in ways that … artists experienced and trained in the field of special education, the concert creates a safe, celebratory space for children with diverse abilities and the people who love them. Children are encouraged to …
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