Uncorked 2023

Oak Park Conservatory 615 Garfield, Oak Park, IL, United States

Summertime is the best time to enjoy an evening of music and drinks outdoors at the Oak Park Conservatory. Celebrate summer in the Rubinstein Garden with friends under the night sky the last Friday of each month from 6:00-8:00PM.  Admission includes two drink tickets and an appetizer.  Ages 21+ Tickets are $20. Please register in […]

$20

Lecture: Carnivorous Plants

Online

Plants that eat animals? That’s a spooky Halloween thought! Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory and learn about carnivorous plants – what they are, tricks they use to trap their prey, and how you can grow these unusual predators and prevent unwanted critters. This is a FREE, virtual event.  A zoom link will be emailed […]

Free

Seed Sowing Lecture & Seed Swap

Oak Park Conservatory 615 Garfield, Oak Park, IL, United States

Join us January 28th at the Oak Park Conservatory to celebrate National Seed Swap Day and honor the great U.S. tradition of swapping seeds with neighbors. You can attend a free in-person lecture and then browse a selection of herbs, vegetables, floral, perennial, and native seeds. We will have volunteers on hand to guide you […]

Lecture: Growing Onions

Online

Ready to add a flavor-packed pantry staple to your garden this year? Onions are a fantastic addition to a home garden and a key ingredient in many delicious recipes!  Join us for this free, virtual lecture to learn all about growing your own onions. We’ll discuss starting from sets or seeds, choosing the right variety for […]

Free

TET (Toddler Exploration Time): 2023/2024

Oak Park Conservatory 615 Garfield, Oak Park, IL, United States

Young learners (18 months - 5 years) will be delighted with stories, lessons, and crafts led by FOPCON's education docents at the Oak Park Conservatory. Each month is a different topic. Advanced registration for 9:30-10:15 or 10:30-11:15 is required. Limited to 30 children and their caregivers.  FREE. Themes: Friday, September 22, 2023.  Fall Fun.  Register […]

Free

TET (Toddler Exploration Time): 2023/2024

Oak Park Conservatory 615 Garfield, Oak Park, IL, United States

Young learners (18 months - 5 years) will be delighted with stories, lessons, and crafts led by FOPCON's education docents at the Oak Park Conservatory. Each month is a different topic. Advanced registration for 9:30-10:15 or 10:30-11:15 is required. Limited to 30 children and their caregivers.  FREE. Themes: Friday, September 22, 2023.  Fall Fun.  Register […]

Free

Spring Plant and Tool Exchange & Plastic Pot Recycling

Oak Park Conservatory 615 Garfield, Oak Park, IL, United States

Plant swap at the Conservatory! Join other gardeners and share your favorite plants and extra tools at the annual spring exchange. Please bring at least one healthy plant from your garden or a house plant to participate in the swap. Be sure to label your plants. You can bring as many as you like! Help […]

Free

30th Annual Garden Walk: Sunday, June 23 10:00 – 4:00

Join Us for the 30th annual Garden Walk in Oak Park and River Forest. Enjoy an exciting self-guided tour featuring unique private and public gardens. The walk will take place rain or shine. Advance tickets are available  at gcoprf.org until 5:00 PM on June 22. Members of FOPCON and GCOPRF are eligible for discounted tickets […]

Uncorked June 2024

Oak Park Conservatory 615 Garfield, Oak Park, IL, United States

This year's Uncorked planning committee has been busy pulling together a great summer lineup for our community. Lots of new musicians, artisans, and food, plus some of our favorites from the past. This is the best time to enjoy an evening of music and drinks with friends outdoors at the Oak Park Conservatory. Join us […]

$20

Uncorked July 2024

Oak Park Conservatory 615 Garfield, Oak Park, IL, United States

This year's Uncorked planning committee has been busy pulling together a great summer lineup for our community. Lots of new musicians, artisans, and food, plus some of our favorites from the past. This is the best time to enjoy an evening of music and drinks with friends outdoors at the Oak Park Conservatory. Join us […]

$20

Lecture: How to Plant Bulbs for Spring Blooms

Online

Thursday, Aug 22 7:00-8:00P                     Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory to learn about the basics of planting fall bulbs for spring blooms at this free, virtual event. Participants will learn when and how to plant bulbs, how to select bulbs for your garden, and how many you need for a full […]

Free

Uncorked August 2024

Oak Park Conservatory 615 Garfield, Oak Park, IL, United States

This year's Uncorked planning committee has been busy pulling together a great summer lineup for our community. Lots of new musicians, artisans, and food, plus some of our favorites from the past. This is the best time to enjoy an evening of music and drinks with friends outdoors at the Oak Park Conservatory. Join us […]

$20