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June 2019
Container Vegetable Garden Lecture
When gardening in small spaces, the variations are endless, but they all offer a chance to work the dirt and grow. Lurie Garden welcomes William Moss, author of Any Size, Anywhere Edible Gardening and founder of Get Out and Grow, to give you tips on growing an edible garden in a container. Using William's tried and true techniques, you will be enjoying your homegrown harvest, no matter where you live or how much time you have. Attendees will be entered…
Find out more »Animal Encounters: Animal Ambassadors
Experts from the The Grove in Glenview will be here to show us some wildlife from the Chicago area and beyond! Live animals will be on hand and their expert handlers will answer questions. This is an all-ages program. Drop in or register to get a reminder. Check out our other dates for more animal encounters on our program page! Register>> Your support is meaningful to the Lurie Garden’s continued efforts in providing free nature programs to the public. With…
Find out more »Gardener’s Plant Walk
These morning walks are for the gardener that would like focused information about Lurie Garden plants and their place in our garden landscape. These walks are meant to expand your understanding of plant varieties, their habits and environmental requirements. Each walk will last approximately 45 minutes. Register>> Your support is meaningful to the Lurie Garden’s continued efforts in providing free nature programs to the public. With your contribution, you help us to continue these free programs. Click here to Support…
Find out more »Art In the Garden
Get ready to capture the beauty of nature and your inspiration through art. Join Lurie Garden staff in celebrating the beauty of the garden through art. This series is for families with children between the ages of 2-8 years old. Class meets on the south lawn in Lurie Garden. Drop in or register to get a reminder. Register>> Your support is meaningful to the Lurie Garden’s continued efforts in providing free nature programs to the public. With your contribution, you…
Find out more »Sunday Science: Inside a Flower
Explore the science behind the beauty of Lurie Garden as we learn about what's blooming and get a close-up look at the inner parts of flowers. This is a an all-ages program . Meet at the south end of the boardwalk in the garden. Drop in or register to get a reminder. Register>> Your support is meaningful to the Lurie Garden’s continued efforts in providing free nature programs to the public. With your contribution, you help us to continue these…
Find out more »July 2019
Stories, Songs and Circle Games
Enjoy a morning filled with nature-based stories, music and movement with your little ones! Teaching artist Tisa Batchelder will lead you and your child on an interactive musical journey so come fly like a butterfly, sing like a sparrow and explore the beauty of the Lurie Garden. This program is for children ages 4-6. Class meets on the south lawn in Lurie Garden. Drop in or register to get a reminder. Register>> Your support is meaningful to the Lurie Garden’s…
Find out more »Animal Encounters: Raptors!
Observe majestic birds of prey up close and learn about their habitat, adaptations and the challenges that they face in an urban environment. Experts from Wings and Talons will be on hand to answer questions. This is an all-ages program. Drop in or register to get a reminder. Register>> Your support is meaningful to the Lurie Garden’s continued efforts in providing free nature programs to the public. With your contribution, you help us to continue these free programs. Click here to…
Find out more »Art In the Garden
Get ready to capture the beauty of nature and your inspiration through art. Join teaching artist Beth Iska as she shows us new ways to look at and capture the beauty of the garden through art! This series is for families with children between the ages of 2-8 years old. Class meets on the south lawn in Lurie Garden. Drop in or register to get a reminder. Register>> Your support is meaningful to the Lurie Garden’s continued efforts in providing…
Find out more »Animal Encounters: Animal Ambassadors
Experts from the The Grove in Glenview will be here to show us some wildlife from the Chicago area and beyond! Live animals will be on hand and their expert handlers will answer questions. Come join us for this drop-in program held right in Lurie Garden. This is an all-ages program. Drop in or register to get a reminder. Register>> Your support is meaningful to the Lurie Garden’s continued efforts in providing free nature programs to the public. With your…
Find out more »Sunday Science: Insects
Explore the science behind the beauty of Lurie Garden as we learn about what's blooming and get a close-up look at the inner parts of flowers. This month's Sunday Science features Bike A Bee, here to teach us all about native bees as well as honeybees! This is an all-ages program. Meet at the south end of the boardwalk in the garden. Drop in or register to get a reminder. Register>> Your support is meaningful to the Lurie Garden’s continued…
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