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SUMMARY:Docents in the Showrooms
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 1-3 pm: When you visit the Oak Park Conservatory\, ask our volunteer for information about plants growing in our showrooms.  Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteer docents share their knowledge about our collection and welcome your inquiries. This is a new free service for the community.  All ages. Free.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/docents-in-the-showrooms/2025-01-19/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:Lecture:  Seed Starting/Winter Sowing
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that you can actually start planting seeds for this year’s garden now? Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory to learn how winter sowing will help you get a head start on a variety of healthy seedlings. \nPresented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory (FOPCON) \nThis is a FREE\, virtual event.  A Zoom link will be emailed to all registrants on the day of the lecture. \nRegister HERE. \nTo get your garden started\, join us at the Oak Park Conservatory on National Seed Swap Day to honor the great U.S. tradition of swapping seeds with neighbors. Details HERE.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/lecture-seed-starting/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:Docents in the Showrooms
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 1-3 pm: When you visit the Oak Park Conservatory\, ask our volunteer for information about plants growing in our showrooms.  Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteer docents share their knowledge about our collection and welcome your inquiries. This is a new free service for the community.  All ages. Free.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/docents-in-the-showrooms/2025-01-26/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250202T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20241031T185515Z
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SUMMARY:Docents in the Showrooms
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 1-3 pm: When you visit the Oak Park Conservatory\, ask our volunteer for information about plants growing in our showrooms.  Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteer docents share their knowledge about our collection and welcome your inquiries. This is a new free service for the community.  All ages. Free.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/docents-in-the-showrooms/2025-02-02/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
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SUMMARY:Docents in the Showrooms
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 1-3 pm: When you visit the Oak Park Conservatory\, ask our volunteer for information about plants growing in our showrooms.  Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteer docents share their knowledge about our collection and welcome your inquiries. This is a new free service for the community.  All ages. Free.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/docents-in-the-showrooms/2025-02-09/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:Docents in the Showrooms
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 1-3 pm: When you visit the Oak Park Conservatory\, ask our volunteer for information about plants growing in our showrooms.  Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteer docents share their knowledge about our collection and welcome your inquiries. This is a new free service for the community.  All ages. Free.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/docents-in-the-showrooms/2025-02-16/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250221T111500
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SUMMARY:TET (Toddler Exploration Time): 2024/2025
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThemes:\nFriday\, February 21\, 2025.  Who’s Up\, Who’s Not?  Register HERE for 9:30.  Register HERE for 10:30. \nFriday\, March 21\, 2025.  What’s Hatching?  Register HERE for 9:30.  Register HERE for 10:30. \nFriday\, April 11\, 2025.  Leaving The Nest.  Registration coming soon. \nFriday\, May 16\, 2025.  Blooming.  Registration coming soon.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/tet-toddler-exploration-time-2024-2025-5/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Featured Events,For Children,General,Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:Docents in the Showrooms
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 1-3 pm: When you visit the Oak Park Conservatory\, ask our volunteer for information about plants growing in our showrooms.  Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteer docents share their knowledge about our collection and welcome your inquiries. This is a new free service for the community.  All ages. Free.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/docents-in-the-showrooms/2025-02-23/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T200000
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SUMMARY:Lecture:  Caring for Orchids
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning how to extend the bloom time and encourage re-blooming in your orchids? Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory to learn about the care of orchids. \nPresented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory (FOPCON) \nThis is a FREE\, virtual event.  A Zoom link will be emailed to all registrants on the day of the lecture. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/lecture-caring-for-orchids/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250302T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250302T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20241031T185515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T155236Z
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SUMMARY:Docents in the Showrooms
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 1-3 pm: When you visit the Oak Park Conservatory\, ask our volunteer for information about plants growing in our showrooms.  Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteer docents share their knowledge about our collection and welcome your inquiries. This is a new free service for the community.  All ages. Free.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/docents-in-the-showrooms/2025-03-02/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250309T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250309T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20241031T185515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T155236Z
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SUMMARY:Docents in the Showrooms
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 1-3 pm: When you visit the Oak Park Conservatory\, ask our volunteer for information about plants growing in our showrooms.  Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteer docents share their knowledge about our collection and welcome your inquiries. This is a new free service for the community.  All ages. Free.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/docents-in-the-showrooms/2025-03-09/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250316T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250316T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20241031T185515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T155236Z
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SUMMARY:Docents in the Showrooms
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 1-3 pm: When you visit the Oak Park Conservatory\, ask our volunteer for information about plants growing in our showrooms.  Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteer docents share their knowledge about our collection and welcome your inquiries. This is a new free service for the community.  All ages. Free.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/docents-in-the-showrooms/2025-03-16/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250321T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250321T111500
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20240903T190218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T191455Z
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SUMMARY:TET (Toddler Exploration Time): 2024/2025
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThemes: \nFriday\, March 21\, 2025.  What’s Hatching?  Register HERE for 9:30.  Register HERE for 10:30. \nFriday\, April 11\, 2025.  Leaving The Nest.   Register HERE for 9:30.  Register HERE for 10:30.* \nFriday\, May 16\, 2025.  Blooming.   Register HERE for 9:30.  Register HERE for 10:30.* \n*Note: Registration for April and May have a different format. Access the correct time for your session\, and select date on the calendar.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/tet-toddler-exploration-time-2024-2025-6/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Featured Events,For Children,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250323T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250323T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20241031T185515Z
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SUMMARY:Docents in the Showrooms
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 1-3 pm: When you visit the Oak Park Conservatory\, ask our volunteer for information about plants growing in our showrooms.  Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteer docents share their knowledge about our collection and welcome your inquiries. This is a new free service for the community.  All ages. Free.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/docents-in-the-showrooms/2025-03-23/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250330T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250330T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20241031T185515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T155236Z
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SUMMARY:Docents in the Showrooms
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 1-3 pm: When you visit the Oak Park Conservatory\, ask our volunteer for information about plants growing in our showrooms.  Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteer docents share their knowledge about our collection and welcome your inquiries. This is a new free service for the community.  All ages. Free.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/docents-in-the-showrooms/2025-03-30/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20250127T200943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T173354Z
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SUMMARY:Learn and Grow: Preparing for the Growing Season
DESCRIPTION:You’re ready to get into the garden\, but there’s a lot to do besides deciding which plants you’re interested in. Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory to find out how to prepare your soil\, tools\, pots\, and compost to get the most out of the upcoming season. \nRegister here.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/learn-and-grow-preparing-for-the-growing-season/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20241031T185515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T155236Z
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SUMMARY:Docents in the Showrooms
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 1-3 pm: When you visit the Oak Park Conservatory\, ask our volunteer for information about plants growing in our showrooms.  Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteer docents share their knowledge about our collection and welcome your inquiries. This is a new free service for the community.  All ages. Free.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/docents-in-the-showrooms/2025-04-06/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20250127T201316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T172944Z
UID:10001451-1744225200-1744228800@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Learn and Grow: Setting your Veggie Garden up for Success
DESCRIPTION:How can you help your veggie garden be successful\, starting with veggie seedlings now and planting more later in the year?  Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory for info on prepping the beds\, planting and tending the initial plants\, and creating a succession planting plan for additional crops throughout the growing season. \nRegister here.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/learn-and-grow-setting-your-veggie-garden-up-for-success/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T111500
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20250311T195633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T195633Z
UID:10001478-1744363800-1744370100@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:TET (Toddler Exploration Time): 2024/2025
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThemes: \nFriday\, April 11\, 2025.  Leaving The Nest. Register HERE for 9:30.  Register HERE for 10:30.* \nFriday\, May 16\, 2025.  Blooming. Register HERE for 9:30.  Register HERE for 10:30.* \n*Note: Registration for April and May have a different format. Access the correct time for your session\, and select date on the calendar.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/tet-toddler-exploration-time-2024-2025-7/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Featured Events,For Children,General,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20241031T185515Z
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SUMMARY:Docents in the Showrooms
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 1-3 pm: When you visit the Oak Park Conservatory\, ask our volunteer for information about plants growing in our showrooms.  Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteer docents share their knowledge about our collection and welcome your inquiries. This is a new free service for the community.  All ages. Free.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/docents-in-the-showrooms/2025-04-13/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fopcon.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/IMG_5669-e1732647958378.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20250127T201846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T172911Z
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SUMMARY:Learn and Grow: Companion Planting 101
DESCRIPTION:How do others make their containers of annuals look so great? Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory Plant Sale Committee Members for tips on how to match up plants with complementary colors\, textures\, and heights to design a container you’ll be proud of. Plants from the Annual Plant Sale will be showcased.  \nRegister here.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/learn-and-grow-companion-planting-101/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250420T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250420T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20241031T185515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T155236Z
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SUMMARY:Docents in the Showrooms
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 1-3 pm: When you visit the Oak Park Conservatory\, ask our volunteer for information about plants growing in our showrooms.  Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteer docents share their knowledge about our collection and welcome your inquiries. This is a new free service for the community.  All ages. Free.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/docents-in-the-showrooms/2025-04-20/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20241031T185515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T155236Z
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SUMMARY:Docents in the Showrooms
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 1-3 pm: When you visit the Oak Park Conservatory\, ask our volunteer for information about plants growing in our showrooms.  Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory volunteer docents share their knowledge about our collection and welcome your inquiries. This is a new free service for the community.  All ages. Free.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/docents-in-the-showrooms/2025-04-27/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T111500
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20250311T195728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T195827Z
UID:10001479-1747387800-1747394100@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:TET (Toddler Exploration Time): 2024/2025
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThemes: \nFriday\, May 16\, 2025.  Blooming. Register HERE for 9:30.  Register HERE for 10:30.* \n*Note: Registration for May has a different format. Access the correct time for your session\, and select date on the calendar.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/tet-toddler-exploration-time-2024-2025-8/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Featured Events,For Children,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250529T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20250311T192943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T193050Z
UID:10001477-1748545200-1748548800@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Garden Lecture: Pollinator Perennial Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to attract more pollinators to your garden? Incorporating perennial plants that attract birds\, bees\, and butterflies will increase your garden’s biodiversity and enhance its beauty. Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory to learn about gardening with pollinator plants. A Zoom link will be sent out to participants on the day of the lecture. Register here.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/garden-lecture-pollinator-perennial-gardening/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20250425T181341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250621T214319Z
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SUMMARY:31st Annual Garden Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the 31th 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 will be available on May 15 until 5:00 PM on June 21\, for $20. \nMembers of FOPCON and GCOPRF are eligible for discounted tickets until 5:00 pm on June 21. FOPCON members should email director@fopcon.org to receive the code.  Children 12 and under are free. Participants must provide their own transportation.  \nOnline purchases will end at 5:00 pm on June 21. All tickets are $25 on the day of the event (cash\, credit\, debit or check). On Sunday\, June 22 you may purchase tickets in person at the Oak Park Conservatory or the Cheney Mansion from 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM. \nThis is a joint venture of the Garden Club of Oak Park and River Forest (GCOPRF) and the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory (FOPCON) and benefits the missions of both groups.  \nFor more details visit our Garden Walk page.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/31st-annual-garden-walk/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Annual Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250627T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250627T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20250311T185717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T171532Z
UID:10001471-1751047200-1751054400@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Uncorked June 2025
DESCRIPTION:Summertime is the best time to enjoy an evening of music and drinks at the Oak Park Conservatory. Celebrate summer in the Rubinstein Garden with friends under the night sky. Admission includes two drink tickets\, an appetizer\, and a guided tour of the showrooms. \nTickets are $25. Advance sales only. Tickets will not be sold at the door. FOPCON members receive a 20% discount. Contact operations@fopcon.org for a discount code before registering. Tickets are $25 ($20 for FOPCON Members). Ages 21+ \nRegister HERE. Vendors: Happy Apple Pie Shop & Olive and Well. Music by AcoustiCats. \nUpcoming dates: \nJuly 25: Register here. Vendors: Broken Tart & Crumb Crusher Cupcakes. Music by Tim Lowery Trio. \nAugust 22: Register here. Vendors: Empanadus & Todd & Holland Tea Merchants. Music by James Robinson-Parran. \nSeptember 26: Registration coming soon. Vendors: Taco Mucho & BlackOut Bakery. Music by The Replays.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/uncorked-june-2025/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Featured Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20250311T192453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T174545Z
UID:10001476-1753383600-1753387200@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Garden Lecture: Succulents & Cacti 101
DESCRIPTION:Succulents and cacti are remarkable and fascinating houseplants.  Their varied  native habitats\, ranging from the desert to the rainforest\, result in challenges for the Midwestern grower.  But with their wide range of sizes\, their fun\, funky forms\, and their occasional colorful and unique blooms\, they are worth the effort!  Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory to learn about succulents and cacti for your home. A Zoom link will be sent out to participants on the day of the lecture. Register here.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/garden-lecture-succulents-cacti-101/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20250311T185850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T162533Z
UID:10001472-1753466400-1753473600@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Uncorked July 2025
DESCRIPTION:Summertime is the best time to enjoy an evening of music and drinks at the Oak Park Conservatory. Celebrate summer in the Rubinstein Garden with friends under the night sky. Admission includes two drink tickets\, an appetizer\, and a guided tour of the showrooms. \nTickets are $25. Advance sales only. Tickets will not be sold at the door. FOPCON members receive a 20% discount. Contact operations@fopcon.org for a discount code before registering. Tickets are $25 ($20 for FOPCON Members). Ages 21+ \nRegister HERE. Vendors: Broken Tart & Crumb Crusher Cupcakes. Music by Tom Lowery Trio. \nRegister for the upcoming dates: \nAugust 22: Register here. Vendors: Empanadus & Todd & Holland Tea Merchants. Music by James Robinson-Parran. \nSeptember 26: Registration coming soon. Vendors: Taco Mucho & BlackOut Bakery. Music by The Replays.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/uncorked-july-2025/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Featured Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T194244
CREATED:20250311T192043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T192604Z
UID:10001475-1755802800-1755806400@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Garden Lecture: Planting Bulbs for Spring Blooms
DESCRIPTION: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 full effect. Ask your questions on growing bulbs and how to get started. A Zoom link will be sent out to participants on the day of the lecture. Register here.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/garden-lecture-planting-bulbs-for-spring-blooms/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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