… nature-based, developmentally appropriate preschool provides a unique learning experience for 3 to 5-year-olds. The emergent curriculum focuses on exploration and discovery in nature each day. The curriculum promotes learning and prepares children for kindergarten as they develop an appreciation for the natural world. Open House Registration Curriculum Policies If your preferred class is …
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… Borrowing Members of the Chicago Botanic Garden may borrow eight books, DVDs, or videos for 28 days. Renewing Books, DVDs, and videos may be renewed one time in person, by phone at … be returned to the Lenhardt Library of the Chicago Botanic Garden. A bookdrop is available for after-hours returns. Interlibrary Loan Circulating items are made available for interlibrary loan to other libraries. Nonmembers may request materials from the Lenhardt …
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… of trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials, vegetables, fruits, and houseplants plant selections for northern Illinois Diagnosis and treatment options Control of insects, diseases, and cultural … mulching, and more Plant and insect identification Assistance Locating purchasing sources for particular plants Specimen collection and submission Please be sure to read our guidelines for specimen collection and submission if you will be bringing in a sample for diagnosis. If you …
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… Hector Ortiz Cano grew up in Sonora, Mexico, where he learned from his ancestors’ reverence for the land. Hector inspects Agave at the Chicago Botanic Garden greenhouse at the Regenstein … leaves, also called quelites, are edible and a rich source of iron. “This plant was food for me growing up, and for my ancestors,” Ortiz said. “For many people, this plant is just a weed. To me and my family …
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… The Chicago Botanic Garden's Horticultural Therapy Services acts as a national clearinghouse for information about the therapeutic uses of horticulture. This includes information about … adaptive tools, and horticultural therapy books. Where noted, select resources are available for order below. Health Through Horticulture Indoor Gardening Activity Plans The manual provides complete information for conducting 17 indoor gardening activities for therapeutic outcomes. Each session plan was …
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… Cooking Classes in the ITW Kitchen The Chicago Botanic Garden offers cooking classes and camps for all ages in the Regenstein Learning Center’s ITW Kitchen. All classes feature seasonal … Bring recipes home and savor the creations you help prepare in class. Cooking Classes for Adults Join a professional chef and culinary instructor, and develop new cooking skills. … with herbs, or see how brines, marinades, and rubs can enhance your grilling. Cooking Classes for Middle Schoolers Weekend Family Classes Kids' Night Out School Day Off Camps Cooking campers …
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… English Spanish As an intern, I grow fruits and vegetables, harvest, and prepare produce for sales. I’ve learned how to properly care for everything, and I like seeing what I’ve grown. Everybody is here for everybody. I’ve lived in North Lawndale my whole life. It’s such a positive community—so …
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… permits, remove burlap screens erected to protect plants from wind or road salt spray. Check for broken branches (prune immediately. Check plants for signs of damage from snow loads or animals. Respond to temperature swings Our Zone 5b and 6a … gardening sites can help you locate native plant sales in the Chicago area. For inspiration, visit the Garden’s Native Plant Garden. Learn more Return to the top …
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… Communications Request Forms Hello! If you are looking for the Communications Request Forms, they have moved to the intranet, a.k.a. Team CBG . See the graphic below for location (outlined in red). Click here for all the forms Website Requests E-Newsletter Requests Ticket and Class (PE/PEO) Sale Requests …
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… Curation Curators are responsible for the acquisition, development, use, research, and interpretation of the Chicago Botanic … Garden’s internationally renowned collection of permanent plants that establish the standard for excellence. This carefully procured range of plant types is brought in to support the … ambassadors to internal departments, such as Interpretation, education, and visitor services for information on the collections regarding habitat, nomenclature and taxonomy, and other …
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