27th Annual Garden Walk: Sunday, June 27th 10:00 – 4:00
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 […]
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Get the Dirt — Your Garden Questions Answered: July 20, 2021
OnlineJoin 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 […]
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Taste of Uncorked: July 23, 2021
Oak Park Conservatory 615 Garfield, Oak Park, IL, United StatesEnjoy an evening of music and drinks in the garden at the Oak Park Conservatory for Taste of Uncorked. Andreas Kapsalis will provide the evening's entertainment. Our alcohol sponsors will […]
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Year of the Butterfly: Bats & Other Pollinator Friends with WonderWorks Children’s Museum August 14, 2021
Oak Park Conservatory 615 Garfield, Oak Park, IL, United StatesThe 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. This month we'll learn about […]
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Taste of Uncorked: August 27, 2021
Oak Park Conservatory 615 Garfield, Oak Park, IL, United StatesEnjoy an evening of music and drinks in the garden at the Oak Park Conservatory for Taste of Uncorked. James Robinson-Parran will provide the evening's entertainment. This month's alcohol sponsors will be Wild Onion Tied House and Anfora Wine Merchants. Admission includes 2 drink tickets. Ages 21+ Pre registration is required. Click here to […]
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Fall Perennial & Tool Exchange: September 11, 2021
Oak Park Conservatory 615 Garfield, Oak Park, IL, United StatesJoin other gardeners in our outside garden and share your favorite perennials, houseplants and extra garden tools at FOPCON’s annual Fall Exchange. Drop off materials at the Rubinstein garden gate from 9:30-11:30AM at the Conservatory. Come back to pick up items from 12:00-12:30PM
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Designing with Dahlias: September 22, 2021
OnlineJoin the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory as we welcome certified organic grower Tania Cubberly of SkyFall Flowers for a FREE virtual lecture. Tania will introduce us to the beauty of dahlias and discuss the planting, growing conditions, and harvesting of this unique flower. Register HERE. A zoom link will be emailed to all […]
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Taste of Uncorked: September 24, 2021
Oak Park Conservatory 615 Garfield, Oak Park, IL, United StatesEnjoy an evening of music and drinks in the garden at the Oak Park Conservatory for Taste of Uncorked. Andy Pratt will provide the evening's entertainment. This month's alcohol sponsors will be The Beer Shop and Anfora Wine Merchants. Admission includes 2 drink tickets. Ages 21+ Pre registration is required. Click here to be […]
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An Introduction to the Wonderful World of African Violets (Gesneriads): October 14, 2021
OnlineJoin us as the Northern Illinois Gesneriad Society President, Janet Spencer, presents a FREE virtual lecture on Gesneriads (African violets). Learn about this diverse plant family of over 3,500 species and countless cultivars that are widely distributed over all continents except Antarctica. You’ll learn variety of form, size, color, and ease of growing these amazing […]
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So You Want to Grow an Orchid? October 28, 2021
OnlineJoin the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory along with Kay Perry from the Illinois Orchid Society for a FREE virtual lecture to learn about the care and growing of orchids. Questions answered in this talk: What is an orchid? How much light does it need? How much should I water? Should I really be […]
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Grow Your Own Mushrooms! November 11, 2021
OnlineGrowing mushrooms is simple, unique, and rewarding! Join us for a FREE virtual lecture to learn how you can get started growing gourmet and medicinal mushrooms in your kitchen, basement, or backyard. We will discuss the many ways to grow some of our favorite mushrooms like Shiitake, Oyster, Lion’s Mane, Reishi, Wine Cap, and more. […]
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Take Home TET (Toddler Exploration Time): November 19, 2021
Young learners (18 months - 5 years) will be delighted with stories, lessons, and crafts led virtually by our education docents. Participants will pick up a craft bag from the Conservatory with all the pieces needed to complete the craft. On Friday, we’ll join together virtually to make the project during the Take-Home TET Lesson. […]
