… A large wading bird walks in the shallow waters, can be seen looking for snails and mussels. In appearance, they can look like a cross between a crane and rail. Their …
Type: Birding
… apply a pre-emergent herbicide in spring before the weeds emerge and before lilacs bloom. For severe infestations, a repeat application is recommended one month later. When treating large …
Type: Plant Info
… grubs. If there are 10 or more, you can spot-treat damaged areas with an approved insecticide for immediate action. As cold weather approaches, grubs tunnel deeper in the soil, putting them …
Type: Plant Info
… Spiderwort (Tradescantia) are finished blooming, deadheading can encourage the plant to bloom for the entire summer. Perennials such as Bluestar (Amsonia) , Astilbe , and Poppy (Papaver) will …
Type: Plant Info
… Service in a sturdy, crush-proof box or envelope. Bubble-wrapped envelopes work well for mailing plant samples. All samples should be accompanied by a complete description, including …
Type: Plant Info
… at $15 per person. Group discount available via phone at (847) 835-8261. Bridges has worked for equal access to high-quality education since her first day of first grade, when 6-year-old …
Type: Event for Calendar
… music show guaranteed to bring dancing, singalongs, instruments, and even a little magic for the kids to enjoy. Mary and her Impastas are experienced performers who have performed around … with their music and mayhem. Mary was recently voted Chicago’s Best Clown by ChicagoKids.com. In the show, kids get to help Mary Macaroni with magic tricks, shakers, and dancing along to …
Type: Event for Calendar
… Mr. Singer leads Chicago’s most energetic band that rocks for kids—at the zoo, at museums, at nightclubs (and dayclubs), and anywhere else that the preK …
Type: Event for Calendar
… description of the Garden Conservancy's efforts to save and share outstanding American gardens for the education and inspiration of the public. This event is cosponsored by the Garden …
Type: Event for Calendar
… the art of perfume making and this special perfume. Members receive a scented postcard good for an additional 10% off the 3.4 oz bottle, available in the Garden Shop or online beginning …
Type: Event for Calendar
