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SUMMARY:Rain Gardens 101: How To\, January 23
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about Rain Gardens and how they can benefit your garden? Join us as Jerry Hossli\, University of IL Extension Master Gardener\, Composter and Naturalist introduces us to Rain Gardens 101.  FREE – at the Oak Park Public Library\, Main location.  We will meet in the 1st floor Community Engagement Space behind the check out.  Register online here.  \nYou will learn the basics of rain gardening design\, as well as how to build and plant a rain garden. The talk will also cover water conservation and identifying what native plants work best in these types of gardens.  Rain gardens are shallow\, constructed depressions planted with deep-rooted native plants and grasses. Installing a rain garden is an inexpensive\, simple to implement and environmentally sound solution to residential and urban stormwater runoff. \nJerry Hossli has been working in the community since 2008. He has designed and built rain gardens\, bird gardens and native ponds at Cook County Forest Preserve nature centers. Working with the Conservation@Home program he has delivered talks and workshops on bird gardens\, beneficial insects\, soils\, insect hotels\, landscape design and composting.  He retired from his own landscaping and garden coach business last year and now devotes all of his free time to volunteering.  He has been digging in the yard since 1970. \nSpace is limited so register online today!  Walk in registration accepted as space allows.   \nAre you a Master Gardener?  Attend and earn education credits. 
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/rain-gardens-101-how-to/
LOCATION:Oak Park Public Library Main\, 834 Lake Street\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200301
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SUMMARY:Our "Friends in Bloom" Membership Drive
DESCRIPTION:Join today!  \nStart enjoying all the benefits of membership\, including the following: \n– Free admission to our Learn & Grow lecture series (every Thursday in April) and Member Lectures. \n– Members only early shopping and preordering for our highly anticipated 2020 Plant Sale (May 1-3).   \n– Our exciting NEW perk:  FREE admission and/or reciprocal privileges at over 300 gardens\, arboreta and conservatories nationwide. \n\nJoin at the Premier level and you’ll receive a FREE Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory tote bag as a special thank you.   \nThe Drive is now through April 15th.   Thank you for your support!
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/our-friends-in-bloom-membership-drive/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200301T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200301T140000
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SUMMARY:KidsFest March 1st\, 10 am - 2 pm
DESCRIPTION:Come to our FREE event at the Oak Park Conservatory!!  Due to the popularity of this event – tickets are required. \nWhat’s All this Buzz About?  This year we are celebrating honey bees\, beekeeping and what makes them so special.  This annual family event includes hands-on educational activities\, scavenger hunt\, and fun crafts.  Sign up for your FREE timed entry tickets online through the Park District’s site. \nKidsFest is for ALL AGES. Hope to see you there! \nTickets Required.  Find your FREE tickets online at pdop.  \nContact us at 708-725-2400 if you have questions.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/kidsfest-march-1st-10-am-2-pm/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200330T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T175548
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200320T213219Z
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SUMMARY:Plant Sale 2020 moves Online
DESCRIPTION:Our 31st Annual Plant Sale has moved to online-only due to circumstances this year with COVID-19.  Order plants online with curbside pick-up.   \nClick HERE to begin your online shopping.  Shopping is available through April 26.  Choose a pick-up time when you place your order – May 11 through May 14.   \nFor a listing of plants and descriptions and a shopping list to assist you when you shop online\, please check out our 2020 Plant Sale catalog. \nOur community partners at Good Earth Greenhouse have plenty of fresh herbs for sale as well. Please contact them and they will provide curbside pickup or delivery for your safety and convenience. Mention you are a member of the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory to receive your 10% discount on your Good Earth order. \nFor over thirty years\, FOPCON volunteers and the Park District of Oak Park have joined together to provide the community with the very best in plants for our gardens. From the first “Herb and Scented Plant Sale” in 1989 until today\, this sale has provided carefully grown plants while raising funds in support of our historic Conservatory. Please continue to support us and enjoy this sale.  \nQUESTIONS about this year’s plant sale?  email operations@fopcon.org.   \nPresented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory and the Park District of Oak Park who is a great partner to the Friends. \nThank you to our sponsor \n \n 
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/new-plant-sale-all-online/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200402T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T175548
CREATED:20200318T164231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200318T164231Z
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SUMMARY:Learn and Grow lectures in April - To Be Determined
DESCRIPTION:The Conservatory is temporarily closed due Coronavirus (COVID-19).  All programs at the Conservatory will not be available during the closure.  April 2 lecture is Cancelled.  Please check back for updates on our Learn and Grow lectures scheduled for Thursdays in April.  We will do our best to communicate the status of our programming and events in the coming months as we learn more from the Park District of Oak Park on the status of the Conservatory.  Thank you
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/learn-and-grow-lectures-in-april-to-be-determined/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200404T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200404T163000
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CREATED:20200218T230023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200218T230023Z
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED - West Cook Wild Ones Conference April 4th
DESCRIPTION:It has become necessary in order to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus that our community partner\, West Cook Wild Ones is postponing the Naturally Beautiful Garden Conference at the Unity Temple in Oak Park.  Please go to the West Cook Wild Ones website for details.  
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/west-cook-wild-ones-conference-april-4th/
LOCATION:Unity Temple\, 875 Lake Street\, Oak Park\, Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200511T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200515T160000
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CREATED:20200427T134735Z
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SUMMARY:2020 Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Thank you to everyone who shopped the Friends online Plant Sale this year!  We look forward to seeing you at your curbside pick up timeslot scheduled May 11 – 15.  Be sure to sign up if you have not  done so already.  We will contact you with details.  \nWe truly appreciate the support of our patrons as this is our biggest fundraiser of the year. \nWe also appreciate the volunteers who will help with curbside pickup.    \nBe well and stay safe. \nQUESTIONS about Plant Sale pickups?  email operations@fopcon.org.   \nPresented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory and the Park District of Oak Park who is a great partner to the Friends. \nThank you to our sponsor
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/online-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200527T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200527T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T175548
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SUMMARY:Virtual Lecture May 27 at 7 pm
DESCRIPTION:Guest presenter Stephanie Walquist of West Cook Wild Ones will teach us about the benefits of native plants: how to select the best plants for shade\, wet and sunny gardens; where to purchase natives\, and how to care for them.   \nStephanie is Vice-President and co-founder of the West Cook Wild Ones.   \nRegistration is required for this FREE lecture.   \nA Zoom link will be sent prior to the lecture with login instructions.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/virtual-lecture-may-27-at-7-pm/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200723T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200723T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T175548
CREATED:20200701T152301Z
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SUMMARY:Get the Dirt -- Your Garden Questions Answered: July 23\, 2020
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this free\, live Q&A session to get gardening advice and tips from our master gardeners and Oak Park Conservatory’s Director of Horticulture. Plus\, you’ll learn what to be doing now in your garden. You can submit questions in advance or come with your questions and our panelists will guide you.  \nTo register\, click here.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/get-the-dirt-your-garden-questions-answered-july-21-2020/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200730T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200730T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T175548
CREATED:20200701T152949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200701T152949Z
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SUMMARY:Succulents Virtual Lecture: July 30\, 2020
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to nurture succulents and help them thrive. Discover the best light\, location and humidity for your plants. Plus you’ll learn when and how to repot your plants and how to determine signs of stress. FREE for FOPCON members with code\, $10 for non-members. Visit www.fopcon.org to become a member. \nTo register for the event\, click here.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/succulents-virtual-lecture-july-30-2020/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200805T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200805T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T175549
CREATED:20200701T151300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200701T151300Z
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SUMMARY:Five Ways to Preserve the Harvest Virtual Lecture: August 5\, 2020
DESCRIPTION:Local food blogger and cookbook author Emily Paster will cover five ways to preserve your garden harvest – from canning to freezing to drying and root-cellaring. Emily will offer in-depth descriptions of fermentation and water-bath canning\, versatile and accessible methods of home food preservation suitable for many common home-grown fruits and vegetables. FREE. \nTo register for the event\, click here.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/five-ways-to-preserve-the-harvest/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200828T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200828T200000
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CREATED:20200622T190359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200622T190359Z
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SUMMARY:Taste of Uncorked: August 28\, 2020 --  SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an evening of music and drinks in the garden at the Oak Park Conservatory for Taste of Uncorked.  Timothy Robyn Coan will provide the evening’s entertainment.  Admission includes 2 drink tickets.   Ages 21+ \nPre registration is required.  Click here to be taken to the Park District of Oak Park’s registration page. \n$12 per ticket \n 
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/taste-of-uncorked/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200912T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200912T123000
DTSTAMP:20260508T175549
CREATED:20200826T175431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200826T175431Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Perennial & Tool Exchange: September 12\, 2020
DESCRIPTION:Join other gardeners in our outside garden and share your favorite perennials\, houseplants and extra garden tools at FOPCON’s annual Fall Exchange. Advanced registration is required to attend this free event.  Drop off materials at the Rubinstein garden gate from 9:30-11:30A at the Conservatory. Come back to pick up items from 12:00-12:30P. Social distancing lines will be established for social distancing browsing.  Please wear a mask & garden gloves! \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/fall-perennial-tool-exchange/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T175549
CREATED:20200825T153951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200825T153951Z
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SUMMARY:Bulb Planting for Spring Blooms 101 Virtual Lecture:  September 17\, 2020
DESCRIPTION:Join bulb experts to learn about the basics of planting fall bulbs for spring blooms. Participants will learn when and how to plant bulbs\, how to select bulbs for your garden\, and how many you need. Ask your questions on growing bulbs and how to get started. FREE. \nRegister here. A zoom link will be sent out to participants the day of the event.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/bulb-planting-for-spring-blooms-101-virtual-lecture-september-17-2020/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201206
DTSTAMP:20260508T175549
CREATED:20201027T182246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201027T182246Z
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SUMMARY:Donate today to our Annual Appeal
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory plans to celebrate its 35th Anniversary in 2021. We have the community to thank for the strength and longevity of this institution. While we are now on the National Registry of Historic Places\, in the 1970s the Conservatory was in disrepair and was slated to be demolished to make way for a parking lot!  \nWe’re so grateful to the community members who stepped in to preserve this 90-year old building. Because they did so\, you have the opportunity to visit the Conservatory in a safe environment to recharge and renew your energy as we head into the colder part of this year.  \nPlease partner with us to help to keep The Friends vibrant and thriving as an organization. Join us in contributing to the Annual Appeal so you and others can continue to enjoy all the facets of our Conservatory.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_button title=”Click here to donate” shape=”rounded” href=”https://fopcon.org/donate/”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/donate-today-to-our-annual-appeal/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201007T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201007T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T175549
CREATED:20200821T190038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200821T190038Z
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SUMMARY:Compost 101 Virtual Lecture: October 7\, 2020
DESCRIPTION:What is compost? How do you incorporate it into your garden and lawn? What are the different types of compost and how do you create your own? This lecture will help you understand how to use organic matter in your garden. FREE for FOPCON members; $10 for non-members. Visit www.fopcon.org to become a member. \nTo register for the event\, click here.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/compost-101-virtual-lecture-october-7-2020/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T175549
CREATED:20201103T154213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201103T154213Z
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SUMMARY:Shop the 2020 Winter Greens Market: in person or online!
DESCRIPTION:Market open November 13th and runs until December 20th\, 2020.  In-person shopping runs during normal Conservatory hours: 10am-4pm Tuesday-Sunday. \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 and spruce tops will be available along with many other natural items for your winter decoration needs.  There is also a lovely selection of poinsettias\, amaryllis\, and other winter-flowering plants. \nDrop off your container to have an arrangement done for you! Limited space available–please call 708-725-2400 to reserve a spot. \nAll forms of payment are accepted. \nShop early for best selection. Limited availability on some products. \nNEW ONLINE ORDERING AVAILABLE THIS YEAR WITH CURBSIDE OR IN PERSON PICKUP!  Please note: The website does not reflect all the inventory that is available.  For the best selection\, please visit the Conservatory in person! \nVisit the Online Store Here
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/shop-the-2020-winter-greens-market-in-person-or-online/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210128T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T175549
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210108T211933Z
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SUMMARY:Seed Starting: January 28
DESCRIPTION:This event has reached maximum capacity.  We will record the seminar and post a link on our website within one week.  Thank you for your support and understanding! \nAre you interested in growing vegetables from seed? Come learn how to start your veggie garden indoors so you can transplant in spring. We’ll cover where to purchase seeds\, how to set up for optimal growth\, how to thin\, and ways to promote strong healthy plants for your garden. This virtual program is presented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory.  A link to this virtual program will be emailed prior to the event. Ages 18+ \nFREE.  Register here.  
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/seed-starting-january-28/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T175549
CREATED:20210108T211521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210108T211521Z
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SUMMARY:Create an Indoor Oasis with Houseplants: February 11
DESCRIPTION:Growing houseplants is a great way to start gardening while enhancing the beauty and health of your home. You’ll learn about different types of houseplants\, growth requirements\, identification\, and treatment of common diseases\, as well as ongoing maintenance tips.   You can shop our Valentine’s Market online or in person February 13th for these great plants! A link to this virtual program will be emailed prior to the event. This virtual program is presented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory.  Ages 18+  FREE \nRegister here.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/create-an-indoor-oasis-with-houseplants-february-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T175549
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SUMMARY:Tree and Shrub Pruning Basics: February 25\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:Although it may be cold and snowy outside\, winter is actually the best time of year to prune your deciduous plants. Learn when to get out your pruners\, how to take a critical look at your trees and shrubs\, and the best approach to promote shape and thin your plants before spring. A link to this virtual program will be emailed prior to the event.  This virtual program is presented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory. Ages 18+ \nFREE.  Register here. \nPlease note: The incorrect date was listed on Amilia\, the Park District’s registration site.    The lecture will be held on February 25\, NOT the 24th.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/tree-and-shrub-pruning-basics/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210501T140000
DTSTAMP:20260508T175549
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SUMMARY:Spring Open House -- May 1\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory’s 35th Anniversary in the Discovery Garden. Come explore our new musical and discovery play pieces. Plus we’ll have take-home activities and music.  Free and open to the public — registration required. \n10 am Registration \n11 am Registration \nNoon Registration \n1 pm Registration
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/spring-open-house-may-1-2021/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210825T110000
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SUMMARY:Story Time at the Conservatory: Wednesday mornings
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Enjoy stories\, songs\, and puppets led by our volunteer docents in the Elsie Jacobsen Discovery Garden. Adults and children must both register to attend this event. Only registered participants will be admitted. Maximum of 15 participants with limited capacity to allow for social distancing.  FREE\, with a suggested $5 donation at the door. \nStory Times are held every Wednesday  at 10 and 11am.  To register\, visit pdop.org and type Storytime in the search box.  You can then select and register for individual sessions.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/story-time-at-the-conservatory/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Children,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210518T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210518T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T175549
CREATED:20210324T161753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T161753Z
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SUMMARY:Get the Dirt -- Your Seasonal Garden Questions Answered: May 18
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this live virtual Q&A session to get gardening advice and tips from our plant experts. Plus\, you’ll learn what to be doing now in your garden. You can submit questions in advance or come with your questions and our panelists will guide you. Register here for this program on May 18 from 7-8pm.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/get-the-dirt-your-seasonal-garden-questions-answered-may-18/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210521T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210521T100000
DTSTAMP:20260508T175549
CREATED:20210108T210627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210108T210627Z
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SUMMARY:Take Home TET (Toddler Exploration Time): May 21
DESCRIPTION:Young learners will be delighted with stories\, lessons and crafts lead virtually by our education docents.  Participants will pick up a craft bag from the Oak Park Conservatory prior to the lesson with all the pieces needed to complete the craft.  On Friday\, we will join virtually to make the project during the Take Home TET Lesson.  Each month is a different topic. \nFebruary 19 -Winter Fun \nMarch 19 -Sounds \nApril 16 – Trees \nMay 21 – Seeds \nAdvanced registration required. (Requires advance pickup of materials at the Oak Park Conservatory.) \nRegistration ends one week prior to each session. \nFEE $8 non-FOPCON member/ FREE to FOPCON members.  Contact operations@fopcon.org for discount code if you are a member. \nRegister here for May registration.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/take-home-tet-toddler-exploration-time-february-19-and-march-19-2021/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210522T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210522T123000
DTSTAMP:20260508T175549
CREATED:20210324T163817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T163817Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Plant & Tool Exchange and Plastic Pot Recycling: May 22
DESCRIPTION:Join other gardeners and share your favorite plants and extra tools at the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory sponsored annual spring exchange.  Drop off material from 9:30 to 11:30 am at the Conservatory.  Come back to pick up items from noon to 12:30 p.m.  \nReduce Reuse Recycle! Save your garden plastic pots from the Annual Plant Sale and return them on May 22 in conjunction with the Spring Perennial Exchange. Our volunteers will collect pots that can be reused and kept out of landfills. Please be sure your pots are empty and bring them to the Rubinstein Garden entrance. \nPlease note: plant containers must meet the following criteria: \n\n4.5” square plastic container\n 4.5 round plastic container\n1-gallon perennial plastic container\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/spring-plant-tool-exchange-and-plastic-pot-recycling-may-22/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210603T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210603T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T175549
CREATED:20210504T173812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210504T173812Z
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SUMMARY:Urban Foraging with Nina Lawrin: June 3
DESCRIPTION:You may be surprised by the number of edible plants you encounter every day. Join Nina Lawrin of Loveren Collections for an evening of fun exploration\, possibilities\, and conversation surrounding urban foraging within and around Chicago. Stimulating conversations around human-plant connection\, biodiversity\, and accessibility will be explored along with some foraged food recipes and guidelines. Register here. \nPresented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/urban-foraging-with-nina-lawrin-june-3/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210606
DTSTAMP:20260508T175549
CREATED:20210602T144917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210602T144917Z
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SUMMARY:Plastic Pot Recycling: June 4 and 5
DESCRIPTION:Reduce Reuse Recycle! Save your garden plastic pots from the Annual Plant Sale and return them June 4 (9:30 – 2:00) or June 5 (9:30 – noon).  You can also shop the Conservatory’s new Pollinator Plant Sale while you’re on site!  Our volunteers will collect pots that can be reused and kept out of landfills. Please be sure your pots are empty and bring them to the Rubinstein Garden entrance. \nPlease note: plant containers must meet the following criteria: \n\n4.5” square plastic container\n 4.5 round plastic container\n1-gallon perennial plastic container
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/pot-recycling-june-4-and-5-2021/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260508T175549
CREATED:20210525T221555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210525T221555Z
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SUMMARY:Year of the Butterfly: Butterflies & Moths with Oak Park Public Library June 12\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:The Year of the Butterfly is a regional effort of organizations cooperating to bring awareness to the community about how they can help support a healthy habitat for butterflies and other pollinators. Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory and our partners as we explore a variety of pollinators.  Our June event will explore moths and butterflies and is in conjunction with the Oak Park Public Library. \nRegistration to this free event required for both children and parents/caregivers! Open to all ages.  Click here to register.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/year-of-the-butterfly-butterflies-moths-with-oak-park-public-library/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210625T200000
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SUMMARY:Taste of Uncorked: June 25\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an evening of music and drinks in the garden at the Oak Park Conservatory for Taste of Uncorked.  Tim Coan will provide the evening’s entertainment.  Admission includes 2 drink tickets.   This month’s beverage sponsors are Anfora Wine Merchants and Oak Park Brewing Company.  Ages 21+ \nPre registration is required.  Click here to be taken to the Park District of Oak Park’s registration page. \n$15 per ticket
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/taste-of-uncorked-june-25-2021/
LOCATION:Oak Park Conservatory\, 615 Garfield\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60304\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210627T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T175549
CREATED:20210520T155848Z
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SUMMARY:27th Annual Garden Walk: Sunday\, June 27th 10:00 - 4:00
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an exciting self-guided tour of select private gardens and one public garden in Oak Park and River Forest. The walk will take place rain or shine. This is a joint venture of the Garden Club of Oak Park and River Forest and the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory and benefits the missions of both groups. \nTickets went on sale June 1 online and can be purchased here.  Advance tickets are $15 for the general public. Day-of-event tickets are $20. Children 12 and under are free. FOPCON and GCOPRF members are eligible for discounted tickets. Check with the organization for more information. Social distancing guidelines will be followed.  \nDAY OF GARDEN WALK\nOn the day of the event you must bring your ticket or Paypal receipt to exchange it at the Cheney Mansion or the Oak Park Conservatory for the Garden Guides/Maps that are required for admission to the gardens. The Garden Guides/Maps will be available from 9:30 am until 2:00 pm. Drive-up accommodations will be available at both sites for Garden Guide pick-up. \nAdditional information is available on the Garden Club’s website.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/garden-walk-june-27th-2021/
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