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  • … Shirley G. Moore Laboratory School at the University of Minnesota The connection with nature is as important as it is wonderful. As studies continue to point to the benefits of time outdoors and nature education, … side of Chicago. We will describe the history, philosophy, and timeline of the school; site-specific data collection practices; results of the child-centered focus groups and drawings; …
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  • … at the Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel. A winner of the AAA 4-Diamond award, the hotel is ideally situated in Northbrook, just moments from the Chicago Botanic Garden, a variety of … new bathrooms, upgraded bedding, functional seating, workspace and backlit closets. The on-site restaurants, Pancetta Regional Kitchen + Bar and Ruth’s Chris Steak House, will please even … Park in Lake Forest. As the world’s first boutique-inspired Hyatt Place hotel, The Forester is inspired by the city of Lake Forest’s motto, “Naturae et Scientiae Amor,” which translates to …
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  • … certifications, and confidence needed to build a career in habitat restoration.           What is SENA?   The SENA experience is built around a group of full-time, paid, ecological restoration technicians who are committed … restoration in the Garden’s natural areas with ecologists. Approximately one day per week is dedicated to training—learning how to understand and care for natural areas, gaining …
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  • … for Learning A continuum of nature-based educational programs serving infants through retirees is offered year-round at the Chicago Botanic Garden. With curriculum ranging from free, informal … Here’s an overview of our signature Camp CBG summer offerings: Bloomin’ Garden Strollers is a social play program for caregivers and campers ages 6 months to 24 months. Sessions include … with a Garden expert and an activity suited to our youngest learners. My First Camp 2 is a one-hour Tuesday and Thursday camp focusing on parent and child interaction with nature, …
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  • … in this pattern…which room would you choose and why? I would choose my dining room; chevron is a funky but classic pattern that I think would be great in a dining room, especially in earth tones. Bio: Riley Finnegan is the horticulturist of the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden; she came from Windy City … in this pattern…which room would you choose and why? I would choose my dining room; chevron is a funky but classic pattern that I think would be great in a dining room, especially in earth …
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  • … conditions, they do so with great determination. Read More   Sow Spaghetti Sauce Now March is the magic month for starting seeds—especially for certain veggies and herbs. Read More     … with Little Sprouts Plant, water, and grow, easy peas-y. Teaching children to plant seeds is a fun way to engage with nature together. Plant some peas now. Read More     Get More … conditions, they do so with great determination. Read More   Sow Spaghetti Sauce Now March is the magic month for starting seeds—especially for certain veggies and herbs. Read More     …
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  • … How to Propose an Exhibition The Chicago Botanic Garden is eager to learn of unique, high quality exhibitions that could be displayed in our exhibition … submitted without this requirement will not be sent back and will be available for on-site pickup only.    Proposals are not accepted by email or in person.  Materials should be … Attn: Exhibition Proposal    1000 Lake Cook Road    Glencoe, Illinois 60022 If your proposal is selected for further consideration, you may be asked to provide more detailed information for …
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  • … Wednesday, May 15, 7:30–8:30 p.m. Alsdorf Auditorium Click here to register online. This event is free ($5 suggested donation). Our cities and suburbs are often designed in ways that degrade … the negative environmental impact, we still need to reconnect to the natural world. That is where the innovative school of "biophilic design" comes in, which designs buildings that … Wednesday, May 15, 7:30–8:30 p.m. Alsdorf Auditorium Click here to register online. This event is free ($5 suggested donation). Our cities and suburbs are often designed in ways that degrade …
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  • … Gardener Program The mission of the University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener program is "Helping others learn to grow." As defined by the University of Illinois Extension Service, … educate the public and enhance life in their communities. The volunteer service they provide is vital to the Chicago Botanic Garden and to the community. Master gardener training covers the … opportunities . … The mission of the University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener program is "Helping others learn to grow." As defined by the University of Illinois Extension Service, …
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  • … 12 acres of land and water were developed to create the Barbara Brown Nature Reserve. "This is the type of gift that not only I, but also others, can use and enjoy," said Brown, former … she said. Shorebird populations are declining dramatically worldwide.   Brown said the reserve is near the Skokie Lagoons and the Garden's Dixon Prairie, and will create a larger contiguous … birds such as the black-crowned night-heron, seen at the pond in recent years. "The Garden is wonderful for birding because it's so accessible and user friendly all year long," said Brown. …
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