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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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DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
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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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DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
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SUMMARY:Lecture:  Gardening with Grasses and Sedges
DESCRIPTION:Other than “sedges have edges”\, what’s the difference between grasses and sedges? Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory as we learn about these beneficial plants: how they’re used in landscaping\, suggested plants for varying conditions of light and soil\, and native grasses and sedges that grow well in our zone. \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-gardening-with-grasses-and-sedges/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
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SUMMARY:Lecture:  Winterizing Your Garden
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, Oct 17 \n7:00-8:00P                     \nWinterizing your garden is an integral part of preparing your vegetables\, flowers\, and shrubs for the next growing season. Prepping now means a flourishing garden come spring. Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory as we learn about tasks specific to the cold weather season. \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-winterizing-your-garden/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20240813T002434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T124946Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture:  Native Shrubs Belong in Every Garden
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, Sept 19 \n7:00-8:00P      \nNot only do native shrubs provide a great backdrop for other plants in your garden\, but they can also stabilize the soil\, help sequester carbon\, and help create a habitat for birds\, bees\, and butterflies. Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory as we welcome Adrian Ayres Fisher from West Cook Wild Ones to learn about native shrubs and alternatives to those that are invasive. \nAbout Adrian: \nAdrian Ayres Fisher educates about and advocates for native-plant gardening\, ecosystem restoration\, and biodiversity. With degrees in English and education and training in botany\, horticulture and natural-area restoration\, she has been gardening with native plants for over thirty years. She is a long-standing board member of West Cook Wild Ones\, where she is co-chair of programs and advocacy. She also serves as volunteer site steward of the 75-acre National Grove Woods Forest Preserve in Riverside\, Illinois\, where she manages volunteer restoration projects. Formerly she was a sustainability coordinator at a community college. \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-native-shrubs-belong-in-every-garden/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240822T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20240420T234120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240420T234120Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture:  How to Plant Bulbs for Spring Blooms
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, Aug 22 \n7:00-8:00P                     \nJoin the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory to learn about the basics of planting fall bulbs for spring blooms at this free\, virtual event. Participants will learn when and how to plant bulbs\, how to select bulbs for your garden\, and how many you need for a full 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.  \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-bulbs-spring-blooms-2024/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240403T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240403T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20240215T185521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240316T132752Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Learn and Grow Lectures
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory gardening experts will help you prepare for the growing season and highlight plants available at our 35th Annual Plant Sale. Come learn with us — programs are for all gardening levels. Registration is required for these free virtual programs. A Zoom link will be sent to participants in advance.  \nApril 3\, 7-8pm -Preparing for the Growing Season \nYou’re ready to get back 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. Register HERE. \nApril 10\, 7-8pm – Container Gardening \nHow do others make their containers of annuals look so great? Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory 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. Director of Horticulture Patti Staley is our presenter. Register HERE. \nApril 17\, 7-8pm – Pest Management for Veggies \nEven the most experienced gardeners might have pests on their tomatoes or peppers. Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory to learn about the most common pests: how to identify them and the pros and cons of various ways to manage them including pesticide-free approaches. Register HERE. \n 
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/check-out-our-2024-learn-and-grow-lectures/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Upcoming Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240215T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T162114Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture:  Growing Onions
DESCRIPTION:Ready to add a flavor-packed pantry staple to your garden this year? Onions are a fantastic addition to a home garden and a key ingredient in many delicious recipes!  \nJoin us for this free\, virtual lecture to learn all about growing your own onions. We’ll discuss starting from sets or seeds\, choosing the right variety for you\, and how to care for this versatile vegetable in the upcoming season. Whether you’ve planted onions in the past or are considering growing them for the first time\, this lecture will have essential tips to help you have a healthy crop and plenty of produce to enjoy. \nOur presenter Zack Bell is a Local Foods and Small Farms Extension Educator housed in Cook County\, Unit 6 where he focuses on urban agriculture production programming for a diverse group of stakeholders.  \nZack educates\, conducts research\, and provides technical assistance in small-scale intensive and urban ag food production systems in Chicagoland and beyond. He is also currently working with the quarter-acre South Suburban Cook Urban Agriculture demonstration and research site. \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-growing-onions/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231019T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231019T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20230824T143336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T153435Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture:  Carnivorous Plants
DESCRIPTION:Plants that eat animals? That’s a spooky Halloween thought! Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory and learn about carnivorous plants – what they are\, tricks they use to trap their prey\, and how you can grow these unusual predators and prevent unwanted critters. \nThis is a FREE\, virtual event.  A zoom link will be emailed to all registrants the day of the lecture. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/lecture-carnivorous-plants/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230921T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230921T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20230808T172612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T180651Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture:  All About Hydrangeas
DESCRIPTION:Mophead or panicle? Bigleaf or oakleaf? There’s so much information on hydrangeas that it can be confusing. Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory to learn about the many varieties and how to grow and care for these beautiful blooming shrubs. \nThis is a FREE\, virtual event.  A zoom link will be emailed to all registrants the day of the lecture. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/lecture-all-about-hydrangeas/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230824T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230824T200000
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CREATED:20230705T180521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T180712Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture:  Fall Gardening Checklist
DESCRIPTION:It’s not too early to think about fall garden tasks to be completed before the first frost sets in. Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory to learn about the best time for moving and dividing plants\, lifting dahlias\, planting fall bulbs\, and completing other fall garden projects. Our speaker will be Jennifer Suszek\, Horticulture Supervisor at the Oak Park Conservatory. \nThis is a FREE\, virtual event.  A zoom link will be emailed to all registrants the day of the lecture. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/lecture-fall-gardening-checklist/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230406T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230406T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T174806Z
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SUMMARY:Check out our 2023 Learn and Grow Lectures!
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory Master Gardeners will highlight plants that will be available at our Annual Plant Sale. Come learn with us — programs are for all gardening levels. Registration is required for these free virtual programs. A Zoom link will be sent to participants in advance.  FREE \nApril 6\, 7-8pm – Soil Basics \nJoin the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory to learn about how to prepare your garden beds for the growing season. The focus will be on edible gardening\, the basics of healthy soil\, how to soil test and what to do with the results.  Register HERE. \nApril 13\, 7-8pm – Small Space Gardening \nJoin us when the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory offers expert tips on growing in small spaces. Learn about using containers and raised beds along with vertical growing to maximize your space.  Register HERE. \nApril 20\, 7-8pm – Companion Planting with Vegetables \nJoin the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory to learn about the many benefits of companion planting. Combining edibles and annuals can create a healthier environment\, attract pollinators\, add beauty and texture and prevent unwanted critters. Register HERE. \n 
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/2023-learn-and-grow-lectures/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20220831T203354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221028T190645Z
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SUMMARY:Growing Irises
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory as we welcome the American Iris Society for this lecture on growing irises. You will learn the basics of when\, where\, and how to plant\, soil preparation\, spacing\, care\, and dividing of these lovely plants.  This is a FREE\, virtual event.  A zoom link will be emailed to all registrants the day of the lecture. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/growing-irises/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221103T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221103T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20220831T202238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221028T190632Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to the Native Paw Paw Tree
DESCRIPTION:Asimina triloba\, the North American pawpaw\, is more ancient than the native peoples of the Americas — it goes back millions of years. With a renewed interest in pawpaw and its delicious edible fruit\, join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory to learn the history\, preservation\, and how to incorporate this important tree into your landscape.  This is a FREE\, virtual event.  Participants will receive a zoom link the day of the lecture. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/intro-to-the-native-pawpaw-tree/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221006T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221006T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20220831T201210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T134822Z
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SUMMARY:Chile Peppers Lecture
DESCRIPTION:When it comes to chile peppers\, there are literally thousands of varieties that come in all shapes\, sizes\, colors and\, of course\, levels of heat. Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory with our guests from the Chile Pepper Institute to learn all about chile peppers! This is a FREE\, virtual event.  A zoom link will be emailed to participants the day of the lecture. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/chili-peppers-lecture/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20220831T200755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T171618Z
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SUMMARY:Bulb Planting for Spring Blooms
DESCRIPTION:Join the Conservatory’s Director of Horticulture\, Patti Staley\, to learn about the basics of planting fall bulbs for spring blooms at the free\, virtual event. 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.   A zoom link will be sent out to participants the day of the lecture. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/bulb-planting-for-spring-blooms/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220825T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220825T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20220516T195527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220516T195803Z
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SUMMARY:How to Grow Garlic
DESCRIPTION:Growing garlic is one of the easiest crops to grow.  Join us as we learn when and how to plant\, what type of garlic to grow\, and when to harvest it.  Jerry Ford from Living Song Farm will share his extensive knowledge with us!  Presented by Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory.  A Zoom Link will be provided prior to this FREE event.  \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/how-to-grow-garlic-8-25-22/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Featured Events,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220512T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220512T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20220309T184554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220505T154924Z
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SUMMARY:Gardening with Native Plants
DESCRIPTION:Learn how native plants offer a host of benefits in your garden. West Cook Wild Ones will teach us about native plants: how to select the best plants for shady\, wet and sunny gardens; where to purchase natives; and how to care for them. Register HERE. \nA zoom link will be email to all registrants prior to this FREE event.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/gardening-with-native-plants/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Featured Events,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220420T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220420T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20210311T153304Z
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SUMMARY:Learn and Grow Lectures are back this April!
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory Master Gardeners will highlight plants that will be available at our Annual Plant Sale. Come learn with us — programs are for all gardening levels. Registration is required for these free virtual programs. A Zoom link will be sent to participants in advance.  FREE \nApril 6\, 7-8pm – Tomatoes 101 \nLearn the basics of growing tomatoes successfully in this how-to lecture. Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory to learn about the essentials for soil\, sun\, and water. We will also cover caging\, pruning\, and fertilizing. Missed the lecture?  View the video HERE \nApril 13\, 7-8pm – Square Foot Edible Gardening \nAre you interested in learning a method of gardening that makes the most of your space? Join us when the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory offers expert tips on growing culinary herbs and edibles in raised beds and containers using the Square Foot Method. Learn the basics and get a sneak peek into the varieties of edibles available at The Friends Annual Plant Sale.  Register HERE \nApril 20\, 7-8pm – Behind the Scenes: Meet the Plants \nJoin the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory to learn about new plants featured at The Friends’ Annual Plant Sale. Plus learn tips and tricks for using annuals to enhance and beautify your garden space. Register HERE \n 
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/learn-and-grow-lectures-are-back/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Upcoming Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220308T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220308T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20211123T182606Z
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SUMMARY:Get the Dirt -- Your Garden Questions Answered
DESCRIPTION:Get the Dirt–Your Garden Questions Answered \nJoin us for this 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. Come with your Spring gardening questions. Presented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory. Register HERE. \nA zoom link will be email to all registrants prior to this event.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/get-the-dirt-your-garden-questions-answered-july-20-2021-2/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20211123T192640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T192640Z
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SUMMARY:The Art of Landscape Design -- February 24\, 2022
DESCRIPTION:**Now VIRTUAL.**  A zoom link will be sent to all registrants. \nAre you curious about the principles of landscape design? How do you approach your garden space with an artistic eye? Join us as the Director of Horticulture for the Oak Park Conservatory shares her deep knowledge of designing gardens large and small. Learn how you can approach your project with consideration for the color palette\, light\, soil conditions\, space constraints\, and more. Presented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory. A Zoom link will be provided in advance of the program. Register HERE.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/the-art-of-landscape-design/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211111T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20210818T161302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210818T161302Z
UID:10000019-1636657200-1636660800@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Grow Your Own Mushrooms! November 11\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:Growing 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. Presented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory. Register HERE. \nA zoom link will be emailed to all attendees prior to the event.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/grow-your-own-mushrooms-november-11-2021/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211028T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20210818T161602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210818T161602Z
UID:10000020-1635447600-1635451200@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:So You Want to Grow an Orchid? October 28\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:Join 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 giving the orchid 3 ice cubes a week? and How do I get my orchid to bloom again? Register HERE. \nA zoom link with be emailed to attendees prior to this event.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/so-you-want-to-grow-an-orchid-october-28-2021/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20210818T161916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210818T161916Z
UID:10000091-1634238000-1634241600@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:An Introduction to the Wonderful World of African Violets (Gesneriads): October 14\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:Join 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 plants. Presented by the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory. Register HERE.  \nA zoom link will be emailed to all attendees prior to the event.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/an-introduction-to-the-wonderful-world-of-african-violets-gesneriads-october-14-2021/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20210818T162923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210818T162923Z
UID:10000094-1632337200-1632340800@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Designing with Dahlias: September 22\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:Join 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. \nA zoom link will be emailed to all attendees prior to the event.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/designing-with-dahlias-september-22-2021/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210720T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210720T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20210608T140345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210608T140345Z
UID:10000015-1626807600-1626811200@fopcon.org
SUMMARY:Get the Dirt -- Your Garden Questions Answered: July 20\, 2021
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 July 20 from 7-8pm. \nA Zoom link will be emailed to you to attend this virtual lecture.
URL:https://fopcon.org/event/get-the-dirt-your-garden-questions-answered-july-20-2021/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General,Upcoming Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210603T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210603T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20210504T173812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210504T173812Z
UID:10000089-1622746800-1622750400@fopcon.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210518T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210518T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20210324T161753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T161753Z
UID:10000087-1621364400-1621368000@fopcon.org
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:20210225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20210108T205543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210108T205543Z
UID:10000081-1614279600-1614283200@fopcon.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210128T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T075300
CREATED:20210108T211933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210108T211933Z
UID:10000084-1611860400-1611864000@fopcon.org
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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