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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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153907
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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:20260430T153907
CREATED:20241031T185515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T155236Z
UID:10001165-1743944400-1743951600@fopcon.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153907
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T111500
DTSTAMP:20260430T153907
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153908
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/2025-04-13/
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:20250416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153908
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250420T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250420T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153908
CREATED:20241031T185515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T155236Z
UID:10001167-1745154000-1745161200@fopcon.org
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:20260430T153908
CREATED:20241031T185515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T155236Z
UID:10001168-1745758800-1745766000@fopcon.org
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:20260430T153908
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:20260430T153908
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:20260430T153908
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:20260430T153908
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:20260430T153908
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153908
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153908
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250822T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250822T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153908
CREATED:20250311T185952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T162622Z
UID:10001473-1755885600-1755892800@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Uncorked August 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: Empanadus & Todd & Holland Tea Merchants. Music by James Robinson-Parran. \nRegister for the upcoming dates: \nSeptember 26: Registration coming soon. Vendors: Taco Mucho & BlackOut Bakery. Music by The Replays.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/uncorked-august-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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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153908
CREATED:20250819T150538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T150538Z
UID:10001501-1757237400-1757244600@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Fall Plant and Tool Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Join other gardeners and share your favorite plants and tools at the Fall Plant and Tool Exchange. Save your garden plastic pots and drop them off at our Garden Pot Return so they can be reused and kept out of landfills. Please bring at least one plant to participate in the plant exchange. Ages 18+ \nDrop Off\, 9:30-10:30A \nPick Up\, 11:00-11:30A \nRegister here.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/fall-plant-and-tool-exchange-2/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Events,Community Events,Featured Events,General,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153908
CREATED:20250819T143342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T143342Z
UID:10001496-1757617200-1757620800@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Gardening Lecture: Growing Garlic
DESCRIPTION:Garlic is usually harvested in July\, but did you know that it is planted in the fall?  Join us as we learn about this easy-to-grow crop:  what type of garlic to grow\, when and how to plant it\, and how to harvest your bulbs and scapes. Register here.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/gardening-lecture-growing-garlic/
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:20250919T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T111500
DTSTAMP:20260430T153908
CREATED:20250819T164326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T152005Z
UID:10001526-1758274200-1758280500@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:TET (Toddler Exploration Time): 2025/2026
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: \nSeptember 19\, 2025.  Fall Seeds. \nOctober 17\, 2025.  Night Flyers. \nNovember 21\, 2025.  Treeing Around. \nJanuary 16\, 2025.  Frosty. \nFebruary 20\, 2025.  What’s That Sound? \nMarch 20\, 2025.  Pitter\, Patter\, Splash. \n  \nRegistration Links: \nSeptember – November 2025: \nRegister HERE for 9:30. \nRegister HERE for 10:30. \n  \nJanuary – March 2026: \nRegister HERE for 9:30. \nRegister HERE for 10:30. \n 
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/tet-toddler-exploration-time-2025-2026/2025-09-19/
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:20250926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153908
CREATED:20250311T190034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T154142Z
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SUMMARY:Uncorked September 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+ \nRegistration Full. Vendors: Taco Mucho & BlackOut Bakery. Music by The Replays.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/uncorked-september-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:20251016T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153908
CREATED:20250819T144427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T150744Z
UID:10001497-1760641200-1760644800@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Gardening Lecture:  Author Talk\, Mysterious Moths
DESCRIPTION:Though seldom seen due to their nocturnal nature\, moths are every bit as beautiful and charismatic as their butterfly cousins. Their role as pollinators is essential to the survival of many of our plants\, especially orchids. Most importantly\, moths and their caterpillars are food for birds\, bats\, and countless other animals. We will take a photographic journey into the intriguing world of moths\, exploring which of our native plants are most enticing to these lovely Lepidopterans. We can all greatly benefit the ecosystem around us by “moth gardening” in our yards! We are excited to host Chelsea Gottfried\, co-author of Gardening for Moths\, for this program. This lecture is co-sponsored by West Cook Wild Ones. Register here. \nChelsea Gottfried is a naturalist from Crawford County\, Ohio. In 2020\, she founded Forest Friends\, a nature-based preschool where children learn and explore in nature. An avid native plant gardener and a passionate entomologist\, Chelsea’s areas of expertise include moths\, bees\, dragonflies\, and damselflies. She enjoys capturing up-close images of insects and flowers using macrophotography. Her first book\, Gardening for Moths: A Regional Guide\, which she co-authored with Jim McCormac\, was released in 2023 and features many of her photographs.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/gardening-lecture-author-talk-mysterious-moths/
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:20251017T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T111500
DTSTAMP:20260430T153908
CREATED:20250819T164326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T152005Z
UID:10001527-1760693400-1760699700@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:TET (Toddler Exploration Time): 2025/2026
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: \nSeptember 19\, 2025.  Fall Seeds. \nOctober 17\, 2025.  Night Flyers. \nNovember 21\, 2025.  Treeing Around. \nJanuary 16\, 2025.  Frosty. \nFebruary 20\, 2025.  What’s That Sound? \nMarch 20\, 2025.  Pitter\, Patter\, Splash. \n  \nRegistration Links: \nSeptember – November 2025: \nRegister HERE for 9:30. \nRegister HERE for 10:30. \n  \nJanuary – March 2026: \nRegister HERE for 9:30. \nRegister HERE for 10:30. \n 
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/tet-toddler-exploration-time-2025-2026/2025-10-17/
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:20251113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153908
CREATED:20250819T144754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T145834Z
UID:10001498-1763060400-1763064000@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Gardening Lecture:  Houseplant Pest Management
DESCRIPTION:Pests aren’t only in our gardens – they often end up on our houseplants\, as well.  Join us as we learn about how to prevent pests from showing up\, identify them if they do\, and how to effectively treat them and keep them from spreading. Register here.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/gardening-lecture-houseplant-pest-management/
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:20251115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153908
CREATED:20251110T163829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T163829Z
UID:10001533-1763200800-1763211600@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Winter Greens Open House
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, Nov 15\, join us for a winter greens open house! Live demos of creating holiday containers and wreaths will be going on throughout the day. Refreshments will be served. No registration required. \n Nov 14-Dec 21\, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM \n\n\n\n\nShop the Oak Park Conservatory’s Winter Greens Market for a selection of winter greens for your home. An array of fresh greens including balsam\, fir\, boxwood\, winter berries\, magnolia tips\, spruce tops\, and more will be available along with many other natural items for your winter decoration needs.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/winter-greens-open-house-2/
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:20251121T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T111500
DTSTAMP:20260430T153908
CREATED:20250819T164326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T152005Z
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SUMMARY:TET (Toddler Exploration Time): 2025/2026
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: \nSeptember 19\, 2025.  Fall Seeds. \nOctober 17\, 2025.  Night Flyers. \nNovember 21\, 2025.  Treeing Around. \nJanuary 16\, 2025.  Frosty. \nFebruary 20\, 2025.  What’s That Sound? \nMarch 20\, 2025.  Pitter\, Patter\, Splash. \n  \nRegistration Links: \nSeptember – November 2025: \nRegister HERE for 9:30. \nRegister HERE for 10:30. \n  \nJanuary – March 2026: \nRegister HERE for 9:30. \nRegister HERE for 10:30. \n 
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/tet-toddler-exploration-time-2025-2026/2025-11-21/
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:20260116T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260116T111500
DTSTAMP:20260430T153908
CREATED:20260108T175135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T192353Z
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SUMMARY:TET (Toddler Exploration Time): 2025/2026
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: \nJanuary 16\, 2025.  Frosty. \nFebruary 20\, 2025.  What’s That Sound? \nMarch 20\, 2025.  Pitter\, Patter\, Splash. \nApril 17\, 2026.  Spring Fling.* \nMay 15\, 2026. Busy Bees.* \n  \nRegistration Links: \nJanuary – March 2026: \nRegister HERE for 9:30. \nRegister HERE for 10:30. \n*Registration for April and May available March 2026. \n 
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/tet-toddler-exploration-time-2025-2026-2/2026-01-16/
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:20260122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153908
CREATED:20250819T145254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T161825Z
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SUMMARY:Gardening Lecture: Winter Sowing
DESCRIPTION:Winter sowing is becoming a more widely known method of growing healthy seedlings\, and we can start winter sowing now!  Join us as we learn about what equipment you’ll need\, how to set it up\, and the timing for growing a variety of seeds. Register here. \nDo not miss the upcoming Seed Swap\, and get your garden started! Details here.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/gardening-lecture-winter-sowing/
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:20260125T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260125T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153908
CREATED:20241031T191406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T161639Z
UID:10001404-1769338800-1769349600@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Seed Swap
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Oak Park Conservatory to honor the great U.S. tradition of swapping seeds with neighbors. Browse a selection of herbs\, vegetables\, floral\, perennial\, and native seeds. We will have expert gardeners on hand to guide you in getting your garden off to a good start! Please label your seed donations with the variety\, source\, and year when possible. Note the first hour is open to FOPCON Members only.  \n11:00 am – 12:00 pm  | FOPCON Members \n12:00 pm – 2:00 pm   | General Public \nJoin our upcoming lectures to learn the winter sowing essentials. Details HERE. \n 
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/seed-swap/
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:20260219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153908
CREATED:20250819T145736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T150142Z
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SUMMARY:Gardening Lecture:  Building a Drought-Tolerant Garden
DESCRIPTION:We can’t change the amount of rainfall we receive\, but we can adapt the way we garden. Join us as we learn about drought-tolerant gardening: what are the best plants to grow\, and how can we make the most effective use of the rainfall we do receive. Register here.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/gardening-lecture-building-a-drought-tolerant-garden/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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