Last spring break, we planned a road trip from Oak Park through Kentucky, Tennessee, and Indiana, building our itinerary around one of the most valuable member benefits we offer: reciprocal
If you haven’t been to the Chicago Botanic Garden’s annual Orchid Show, now is a perfect time to go. The Orchid Show, which runs from February 7 to March 22,
We asked Plant Sale Committee Members what some of their favorite plants are from this year’s sale. Check out the plants we look forward to offering at our sale this year. Mary
On this bright February morning, as temperatures creep above freezing and the sun is shining brighter and longer than most of the winter season, I am thrilled to start planning
I continue to discover the many wonderful benefits of Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory (FOPCON) membership. Some highlights of membership include discounts on popular summer ticketed events such as
I heard about the Oak Park Conservatory from my former landlord 9 years ago. I started planting herbs and small vegetables in the back yard of the apartment. She saw
Winter sowing is a simple, low-maintenance way to start seeds outdoors during winter using recycled containers as mini greenhouses. Inspired by our recent lecture on sowing seeds, I spent last
You may recognize Anders Gullberg from his job helping customers bag their groceries at the River Forest Jewel, where he has worked for the past 8 years. Or maybe you’ve
When Oak Park resident Dawn Stockmo retired, she decided to seek volunteer opportunities right in her own backyard. Surrounded by neighbors with young children, they suggested she look at the
Sophia is not your typical 10-year-old. She loves all of the things a child her age does, such as going to the park and the pool, and playing with her
On a very hot and steamy July day, representatives of the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory Plant Sale Committee took a journey out to the western suburbs to explore
The 31st annual Oak Park and River Forest Garden Walk is Sunday, June 22. The Garden Walk is a community tradition for avid gardeners and anyone who loves plants and