… environmental education programs with community partnerships The Science Career Continuum is an out-of-school-time program, rooted in promoting accessible pathways for marginalized youth … in STEM by providing resources to support them along their college and career pathways. In its 26-year existence, the award-winning program has evolved the way it delivers science education. … Southeast Side of Chicago, and took a field trip to Steel Workers Park, a former industrial site. Overall, staff observed significant gains in content knowledge and positive shifts in …
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… November 11 or 25) or 9 Wednesdays, October 8 – December 10, 6 – 7 p.m. (no class November 26) Steve and Patricia Nakon, Whole Journey Classroom 2, Learning Center $179/$229 …
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… ‘Loves Touch’ is an herbaceous peony with small, shell-pink, semi-double blossoms resembling those of a camellia. Peony bloom time is classified as early, mid-, and late. ‘Loves Touch’ is a mid- to late-season bloomer. It grows to 26 inches tall, taking on a shrubby appearance throughout the summer, then dies to the ground in …
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… herbaceous peonies. Winner of the American Peony Society Award of Landscape Merit, ‘Nice Gal’ is an herbaceous peony with lavender pink petals surrounding yellow stamens and deep pink stigmas. The semi-double flowers bloom on short stems near the foliage. Peony bloom time is classified as early, mid and late – ‘Nice Gal’ is a mid-season bloomer. It grows to 26” tall, taking on a shrubby appearance throughout the summer, then dies to the ground in the …
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… tree peonies appear 1-2 weeks before those of the herbaceous peonies. ‘Moon Over Barrington’ is an herbaceous peony produced in 1986 at Roy Klehm’s nursery in Barrington, IL. The double blooms are large and creamy white with a spicy fragrance. Peony bloom time is classified as early, mid and late – ‘Moon Over Barrington’ is a mid-season bloomer. It grows to 26” tall, taking on a shrubby appearance throughout the summer, then dies to the ground in the …
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… November 23) 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. and 9 Thursdays: October 8 – December 10 (no class November 26) 6 – 7 p.m. and 9 Saturdays: October 10 – December 12 (no class November 28) 9 – 10 a.m. …
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… the recommendations of federal, state, and county officials, the Chicago Botanic Garden is canceling the Inspiring Nature Play conference originally planned for May 6, 2020. Please … included. Regenstein Center CPDUs: 6 Gateways: 6 Grade level: preK – 12 Inspiring Nature Play is possible because of the collaborative effort among The Alliance for Early Childhood, BackYard …
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… Areas Program Join us for the 2026 Season! Application reviews will begin on January 26, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. This job posting will close on February 6, 2026. Apply now The Stewardship and … 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 …
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… research, and expand its highly successful plant-based education programs. The campus is named in honor of Executive Vice President and Director Kris Jarantoski's guiding vision. … as well as the 2015 Arthur Hoyt Scott Medal and Award. Integral to the Jarantoski Campus is a garden designed by Wirtz International. The innovative landscape design will unite the … from its current 18,000 square feet to more than 55,000 square feet. The structures will have 26 climate-controlled zones compared to the 11 currently in place, and the new outdoor nursery …
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… as the Geographic Information System (GIS) Specialist at the Chicago Botanic Garden. She is responsible for the creation and maintenance of over 2,306 bed plant maps representing 2.6 … (GPS) Receivers to survey the plants and infrastructure. For new garden areas, digital data is acquired from the landscape architect to update the base map. Plant maps are generated within … and Research Education for Undergraduates (REU) interns. The value of the location of a plant is paramount to effectively manage and protect the plant collections. It is critical that each …
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