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Birds in the Garden
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Discover the art of creating a vibrant bird oasis in your garden with expert insights and practical tips. From native plant selection to nesting strategies, delve into the intricacies of sustaining diverse bird populations. Join us for an enriching presentation followed by an optional bird walk to witness these principles in action, weather permitting.
Sat, May 18th, 10am–12pm CDT
(2 hours)
Glorious Ground Covers
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Uncover the beauty of low-growing plants that create a stunning foundation for landscapes. Delve into the world of ground covers that offer both aesthetics and ecological benefits, with their ability to provide food, shelter, and gorgeous textures. Join us for a guided walk amidst nature's finest offerings.
Fri, May 3rd, 9am–12pm CDT
(3 hours)
More Conifers
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Chicago, IL
Expand your botanical knowledge with an exploration of diverse conifers in our landscape. Delve beyond the basics and discover a plethora of hardy trees and shrubs suited for your environment. From identification to landscape uses, enhance your understanding of these lesser-known conifer varieties and enrich your gardening expertise.
Jun 6th
6–8pm CDT
Meets 7 Times
$259
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Thu, Jun 6th, 6–8pm CDT
(14 hours over 7 sessions)
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Watercolor: Power of Negative Painting
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Unleash the artistry of negative painting amidst nature's splendor. Discover the harmony of plants and flowers emerging from your canvas, as you master the interplay of lost and found edges. Elevate your watercolor skills with unity, depth, and clarity, guided by the beauty of the outdoors.
Jun 8th
9am–12:30pm CDT
Meets 3 Times
$299
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Sat, Jun 8th, 9am–12:30pm CDT
(10 hours & 30 minutes over 3 sessions)
Seasonal Perennial Plant Walk
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Enjoy a morning walk and discover the diversity of perennial plants. Each month, you will explore a sampling of the Garden’s collections of perennials and experience the foliage, flower, and seed formation that provide seasonal interest. Dress for the weather.
May 23rd
9–10:30am CDT
$30
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Jun 20th
9–10:30am CDT
$30
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Thu, May 23rd, 9–10:30am CDT
(90 minutes)
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Expressive Pen & Ink
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Unlock your creativity with Expressive Pen & Ink, pushing the boundaries of traditional techniques to new heights. Dive into a world of colored ink, washes, and mixed media possibilities, guided by experimentation and encouragement. Immerse yourself in outdoor inspiration from the gardens as you share techniques, learn from demonstrations, and expand your artistic repertoire.
Jul 16th
9am–12pm CDT
Meets 6 Times
$449
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Tue, Jul 16th, 9am–12pm CDT
(18 hours over 6 sessions)
Painting Colorful Flowers En Plein Air
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Immerse yourself in the vibrant beauty of floral painting en plein air, drawing inspiration from the botanical splendor of the gardens. Explore the subtleties of color, value, and composition while honing your observational skills amidst nature's palette. Experience the sensory richness of plein air painting, infusing your artwork with life and emotion, regardless of your chosen medium.
Jul 17th
9am–12:30pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
$362
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Wed, Jul 17th, 9am–12:30pm CDT
(14 hours over 4 sessions)
Tree Measurements and Terminology
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Learn how to determine the height and age of trees using simple techniques in this fascinating course. Discover the terminology used by foresters to describe various tree forms and habits. Dress for the weather and get ready to explore the secrets of the forest.
Sat, May 11th, 10am–12pm CDT
(2 hours)
Hands-on Baking: Challah
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Unlock the secrets to mastering the art of crafting sweet and fluffy challah bread at home with our immersive baking experience. Dive into the fundamentals of yeast breads, from gluten activation to shaping techniques, as you create your own pillowy loaves enriched with eggs and honey. Join us for a hands-on journey towards baking perfection.
Mon, May 20th, 6–8pm CDT
(2 hours)
Demonstration Cooking: Kale
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Discover the versatility of kale, from garden to plate, in our insightful demonstration cooking session. Learn essential techniques for harvesting, cutting, and storing this robust brassica, while honing your knife skills and mastering the art of dressing. Delve into a spectrum of kale recipes, from vibrant salads to comforting pastas, and elevate your culinary repertoire with every savory bite.
Wed, May 22nd, 6–8pm CDT
(2 hours)
Watercolor 1
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Discover the transformative potential of watercolor in botanical art, mastering fundamental techniques from color mixing to paint-layering. Dive into exercises designed to enhance your paint-handling skills and render textures with lifelike precision. Elevate your botanical artwork as you progress from basic principles to nuanced expression, guided by prerequisite knowledge in botanical drawing and color mixing.
Jul 11th
6–9pm CDT
Meets 6 Times
$374
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Thu, Jul 11th, 6–9pm CDT
(18 hours over 6 sessions)
Fine Art Poetic Landscape Photography
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Elevate your landscape photography to poetic heights by mastering the fusion of technical precision with aesthetic expression. Delve into the principles of composition and design, exploring how technique shapes the emotional resonance of your images. Draw inspiration from both historic masters and contemporary artists as you refine your skills in conveying meaning and emotion through the lens.
Aug 2nd
9:30am–12pm CDT
Meets 6 Times
$437
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Fri, Aug 2nd, 9:30am–12pm CDT
(15 hours over 6 sessions)
Outdoor Sketching
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Refine your artistic eye amidst nature's canvas. Hone your ability to capture fleeting moments and intricate details through quick studies. Equip yourself with the skills to translate outdoor inspiration into studio masterpieces.
Aug 3rd
9am–12pm CDT
Meets 6 Times
$374
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Sat, Aug 3rd, 9am–12pm CDT
(18 hours over 6 sessions)
Three Sisters Gardening
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Experience the time-honored wisdom of Three Sisters Gardening, an Indigenous American tradition fostering symbiotic growth. Explore the harmonious relationship between corn, beans, and squash as they thrive together in your garden. Delve into the history and practicalities of cultivating these crops, tailored for the Midwest climate, with a hands-on garden walk for real-world insight.
Sat, May 11th, 10am–12pm CDT
(2 hours)
Year of the Cicadas
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Dive into the captivating world of cicadas with our expert-led exploration. Discover the unique traits, myths, and significance of the rare convergence of 13-year and 17-year cicada broods in 2024. Gain invaluable insights into cicada behavior, sounds, anatomy, and life cycle, guided by local expert John Thompson. Join us indoors for a fascinating journey into the Year of the Cicadas.
Tue, May 14th, 1:30–3:30pm CDT
(2 hours)
Beginner Bird Walk
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Join us on an evening bird walk through the display gardens as we search for songbirds, waterfowl, and raptors. No prior bird-watching experience is required, and binoculars are recommended but not necessary!
Wed, May 15th, 6–7:30pm CDT
(90 minutes)
Elements of the Garden: Patios
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Transform your outdoor space into a sanctuary with our exploration of patio design essentials. Dive into the intricacies of style, size, and material selection, from classic brick to versatile concrete pavers. Learn to create a welcoming retreat that harmonizes with your home's architecture and enhances the beauty of your garden.
Wed, May 15th, 6:30–8:30pm CDT
(2 hours)
Meditation Walk: The Cycles of Life
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Embark on a transformative journey through the cycles of life with our Meditation Walk. Guided by the seasons, explore themes of creation, growth, letting go, and renewal amidst the tranquil beauty of nature. Immerse yourself in contemplation, journaling, and mindful wandering to nourish your spirit and find solace in the rhythms of existence.
Sat, May 18th, 8–10am CDT
(2 hours)
Salsa Container Garden Workshop
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Why buy jarred salsa when you can grow and make your own? Plant a container of miniature tomatoes, yellow and red peppers, and onions and give “made from scratch” a whole new meaning. It doesn’t take much space to grow fresh ingredients for a spicy and tasty salsa. All materials included.
Wed, May 29th, 10–11:30am CDT
(90 minutes)
Hands-On Cooking: A Tale of Two Bisques
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Smooth, creamy, and richly flavored bisques whip up easily in advance for your next gathering. You will learn to make two unique soups in this hands-on cooking class: the ultimate seafood bisque and a fresh garden tomato bisque served with grilled brie and figs on ancient grain bread.
Tue, Jun 4th, 1–3:30pm CDT
(2 hours & 30 minutes)
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