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  • Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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  • … (Forest Bathing) 森林浴 Forest bathing, sometimes called forest therapy, gives us the opportunity to slow down our mind and body and connect with the forest. The guide presents “ invitations ,” … find anything in my area until recently, and even than I had to drive almost an hour to get there. The commitment of commute time plus a three-hour walk seemed to be completely … frame. They are designed to be accessible for just about everybody. I think they are a great way to introduce people to nearby nature experiences and to encourage older adults to continue …
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  • … tomatoes planted in June should begin bearing buckets of juicy orbs. But critters, from birds to deer to a curious chipmunk, can put a dent in the harvest.   Bird netting helps protect tomato … a few inches below the soil to prevent them from digging underneath. Garlic is a Gardener's Best Friend Deer and rodents are not fans of the allium family (garlic, onion), so one of the … overnight, then spray the solution on the leaves of your plants. Repeat once weekly. Looking for a stronger solution? Buy garlic oil concentrate at your local garden center to add to your …
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  • … with thousands of kids from varied backgrounds, from the preK crowd through teenagers (not to mention my own children). They all seem to love the same thing — creating a place of their … seeds in paper cups, make a label with a popsicle stick, and seeing what comes up may be the best way to begin. Take a walk in your neighborhood and look at different plants. Draw pictures or …
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  • … New! It can be a challenge to keep a vegetable garden going all summer. Join horticulturist Nina Koziol to learn how to keep your veggies thriving until the first fall frost and beyond. Take away tips on …
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  • … Cards and Gifs for Mom Send mom greetings from the Garden on Mother's Day. Image Link Image Link Image Link …
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  • … TBD – August 30, 2020  Read books and play at Family Drop-In Activity sites and earn prizes! To start playing, pick up a reading log at the Lenhardt Library or the Regenstein Learning Campus Information Desk. Children of all ages are welcome to participate. Purpose: Encourage the joy of reading and literacy skills. Reluctant readers can … log at the Lenhardt Library or Regenstein Learning Campus Information Desk Read a book > get a stamp Play at Family Drop-In Activities > Get a stamp Earn 5 stamps > Get a prize at the …
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  • … Planting for the Future in a Changing Climate Presented by Bartlett Tree Experts and the Chicago Botanic … and collaborates with a variety of academic institutions and stewardship organizations to help improve conservation efforts for plants.   Find out more about Dr. Havens' work . … and collaborates with a variety of academic institutions and stewardship organizations to help improve conservation efforts for plants.   Find out more about Dr. Havens' work . …
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  • … July 14 – September 30, 2012 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Places for the Spirit: Traditional African American Gardens exhibition is a stunning collection of fine …
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