Keep Growing Spring 2011

Keep Growing SPRING 2011

Member Magazine and Program Guide

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Susan A. Willetts, Chairman Robert F. Finke, Vice Chairman Homi B. Patel, Vice Chairman James W. DeYoung, Vice Chairman Thomas E. Lanctot, Vice Chairman Benjamin F. Lenhardt, Jr., Vice Chairman Arthur M. Wood, Jr., Vice Chairman John L. Howard, Secretary Sophia Siskel, President & CEO DIRECTORS Thomas F. Aichele Andrew Armishaw Sharon Brady Joseph Brickman, ex officio Neville F. Bryan John H. Buehler Michael J. Busch Susan Keller Canmann Barbara Whitney Carr Robin T. Colburn Timothy C. Coleman Peter R. Crane John F. Cregan John V. Crowe Christopher A. Deveny Suzanne S. Dixon Timothy A. Dugan Peter M. Ellis Peter B. Foreman John D. Fornengo Thomas C. Freyman Dorothy H. Gardner Nancy Gidwitz Sue L. Gin James J. Glasser Ellis M. Goodman John K. Greene Joseph A. Gregoire William J. Hagenah Mark W. Haller Caryn L. Harris Mary Hill, ex officio Edward Hines Thomas B. Hunter III Jane Irwin Joan M. Johnson Posy L. Krehbiel Donna LaPietra Eric C. Larson M. James Leider Laura M. Linger Josephine P. Louis Barbara A. Lumpkin Mary Ann S. MacLean Robert H. Malott Jeanne K. Mason Gloria Masterson, ex officio Mary L. McCormack Michelle McKenna Jeanine McNally Edward Minor William E. Moeller Jane S. O’Neil George A. Peinado Janet Meakin Poor Anne Pramaggiore Toni Preckwinkle, ex officio Arnold Randall, ex officio Susan L. Regenstein Anne O. Scott Kathleen Kelly Spear Harrison I. Steans Susan Stone Pam F. Szokol Richard L. Thomas Howard J. Trienens Catherine M. Waddell Wayne Watson Nicole S. Williams LIFE DIRECTORS Marilynn B. Alsdorf William T. Bacon, Jr. J. Melfort Campbell Kent Chandler, Jr. Gary P. Coughlan Thomas A. Donahoe Ralph F. Fujimoto Florence S. Hart Pamela K. Hull Bill Kurtis Mary Mix McDonald Peter H. Merlin William A. Osborn John E. Preschlack Dain Searle David Byron Smith William P. Sutter Ernest P. Waud III

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The mission of the Chicago Botanic Garden is to promote the enjoyment, understanding, and conservation of plants and the natural world.

Dear Members, The Forest Preserve District of Cook County is the oldest and largest urban forest preserve district in the United States. Founded in 1914 and comprising more than 68,000 acres, the District has owned the land on which the Chicago Botanic Garden is built for more than 50 years. The District’s mission is as important today as it was at its inception: To protect and preserve the flora, fauna, and scenic beauty within the district, and to restore, protect, and preserve the natural forest.

In 1962, visions of a public garden in Chicago evolved when the District and the Chicago Horticultural Society (founded in 1890) formed a novel public-private partnership.

Together, the two organizations transformed 385 acres of severely degraded wetlands and forest owned by the District into a garden operated by the Society. The dream came to life in 1972 when the Chicago Botanic Garden opened. Today, in addition to offering 900,000 visitors a year one of the great gardens of the world at the northern edge of Cook County, the Garden operates eight urban farm/jobs-training program sites in downtown Chicago communities, as well as one in Lake County.

The Chicago Botanic Garden is proud to be one of the treasures of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County. Together, we provide pleasure, recreation, and education; are stewards of unique public lands; and are committed to increasing access to the transformative power of nature. Moreover, through preservation and conservation, together we strive to leave our children, and our children’s children, a thriving, healthy ecosystem. I look forward to working with newly inaugurated Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, as well as with newly appointed Forest Preserve District General Superintendent Arnold Randall, and Deputy Superintendent Mary Laraia, as we continue to fulfill historic missions and pursue new dreams.

This issue of Keep Growing highlights the special relationship between the Chicago Botanic Garden and Cook County. On page 20 is information on a program that gives young men convicted of a crime an alternative sentence; the Garden’s Windy City Harvest program provides vocational training in sustainable fruit and vegetable production, basic forestry, and commercial composting.

In this issue you will also find information on our 11th Antiques & Garden Fair. In addition to fine antiques and garden-themed items, you can again enjoy indoor gardens created by top local designers as well as the beauty of the Garden in spring. More information, including a new behind-the-scenes shopping opportunity at the Preview Evening, is on page 6.

Please join us on the first Saturday in June for our fourth annual celebration of World Environment Day. This year’s theme, “International Year of Forests,” encompasses the timeless missions of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County and the Chicago Botanic Garden. On this day, as on every day, we will work together and serve together, to help the natural world keep growing.

Sophia Siskel President & CEO

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Keep Growing SPRING 2011

Features

6 Antiques & Garden Fair

President’s Letter

2

Antiques & Garden Fair

6

Spring Events

8

Calendar

10

Looking Ahead

17

Garden News

18

Community News

20

Science Career Continuum

22

Scout Programs

24

Spring Feature: Birds

26

Plant Tips

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Tribute Gift Program

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This Season in the Garden

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Programs Adult Education

26 Birds of the Garden

Classes through May Youth and Family Programs

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Includes Camp CBG

Teacher and Student Programs 66

For more information, please visit Keep Growing online. www.keepgrowing.com ON THE COVER

Spring flowers at the Chicago Botanic Garden. See page 80 for Kris Jarantoski’s preview of his springtime favorites.

68 Summer Camp

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64 Workshops in Sustainable Vegetable Production

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chicago botanic garden antiques & garden fair 2011

See indoor gardens created by top landscape designers, each interpreting the theme “Landscapes Transformed: Gardens of a New Era.” Fairgoers will discover new ways to add contemporary features to their personal garden style.

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Antiques & Garden Fair

Celebrating th its 11 year!

The Antiques & Garden Fair at the Chicago Botanic Garden is an exceptional pleasure of spring. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, April 15, to Sunday, April 17, the Garden will again host more than 100 dealers of fine garden antiques and distinctive garden-related items from around the United States and Europe.

The theme of the 2011 show, “Landscapes Transformed: Gardens of a New Era,” will be explored in indoor gardens created and generously provided by Craig Bergmann Landscape Design, Inc., William Heffernan Landscapes, Mariani Landscape, Schmechtig Landscape Company, and Maria Smithburg with Manfredini Landscaping & Design.

A delicious way to support the Garden Four ticket options make the Antiques & Garden Preview Evening, on Thursday, April 14, a special event. Each option offers valet parking and timed entry as well as the fine cuisine of Jewell Events Catering. Guests will enjoy a buffet dinner capturing the spirit of the “Landscapes Transformed: Gardens of a New Era” theme of the Fair.

Legendary Belgian landscape architect Peter Wirtz gives a special lecture at 10:30 a.m. on Friday. Known for sculpting plants into pillowy hedges and striking focal points, Wirtz will discuss “Formal and Informal in Contemporary Garden Design.” Tickets, which include fair admission, are $35 when purchased in advance and $45 at the door.

Co-chairs Katherine Buehler, Tricia Hagenah, and Jen Kasten announced that Preview Evening tickets at the $5,000 Garden-ian Angel level now include behind-thescenes shopping privileges beginning at 1 p.m. All Preview Evening options include special pricing for tickets to the Friday lecture by honorary co-chair Peter Wirtz.

Advance ticket sales begin March 1 at the Visitor Center Information Desk and on the Garden’s website. One-day fair passes are $10 for members and $12 for nonmembers when purchased in advance. All passes purchased at the door are $15.

For information on the Antiques & Garden Fair Preview Evening and to purchase tickets, call (847) 835-6944.

Visit www.chicagobotanic.org/antiques/preview to request an invitation to this and future Preview Evenings.

Principal Sponsor

Additional Sponsors

The official airline of the Chicago Botanic Garden

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Spring Events

Paintings in traditional Korean style are on display in the Joutras Gallery through April 3.

This spring at the Garden Mook Mee Korean Artists 30th Anniversary Exhibition Continuing through Sunday, April 3, in the Joutras Gallery This exhibition features 50 paintings by members of the Mook Mee Artist Association of Illinois and the Simhyang Artist Association in DaeJeon, South Korea. Paintings in traditional Korean style are created with brushes and inks made from plants, stone powder, and soil.

Admission to the exhibition is free.

Chicago Flower & Garden Show Saturday, March 5through Sunday, March 13, at Chicago’s Navy Pier The Chicago Botanic Garden, in cooperation with local plant societies and garden clubs, hosts a horticultural competition using standards provided by the Chicago Horticultural Society. Garden staff teach hands-on container gardening workshops and daily gardening seminars. The show has a marketplace selling bulbs, plants, and gardening gear, and the Garden Shop offers a large variety of gardening books.

Garden members receive a $2 ticket discount upon showing their membership card at the onsite ticket booth.

Easter Brunch Sunday, April 24 and Mother’s Day Brunch Sunday, May 8 Tickets for the new Easter Brunch and the always-popular Mother’s Day Brunch are available for purchase at the Visitor Center Information Desk and on the Garden’s website beginning Monday, March 14.

Guests will enjoy a delicious holiday buffet and springtime beauty in one of the great gardens of the world.

Plants in Print: The Age of Botanical Discovery Exhibition Saturday, April 30 through Sunday, June 5, in the Joutras Gallery Created in conjunction with the United States Botanic Garden, this exhibition highlights selections from the Rare Book Collection of the Lenhardt Library.

The oldest book featured, Historia Plantarum, was published in 1483. Admission to the exhibition is free.

Visit www.plantsinprint.org for pre- and post-visit activities prepared for educators.

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Classes on growing vegetables using sustainable methods are offered at the Garden and at the Arturo Velasquez Institute.

Saturday, February 26

February Ongoing Library Exhibition: Caring for Collections: Conservation of the Rare Book Collection continuing through May 1, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays; noon to 4 p.m. weekends; closed holidays.

Snowshoeing at the Garden continuing through February 28, 8 a.m. to sunset, weather permitting; visitors must bring their own snowshoes.

Regenstein School: Let’s Grow Together! Family friendly. 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.; preregistration required; fee applies.

Windy City Harvest Workshops in Sustainable Vegetable Production: Seed Starting (offsite), 9 a.m. to noon; preregistration required; fee applies; call (847) 242-6330.

March Ongoing Exhibition: Mook Mee Korean Artists 30th Anniversary Exhibit continuing through April 3, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

Library Exhibition: Caring for Collections: Conservation of the Rare Book Collection continuing through May 1, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays; noon to 4 p.m. weekends; closed holidays.

Story Time in the Lenhardt Library Mondays through April 25, 10 to 11 a.m.

Registration for Spring Break Camp continuing through March 21; visit www.chicagobotanic.org/ springbreakcamp; fee applies.

Registration for Camp CBG continuing through June; visit www.chicagobotanic.org/camp/ summercamp; fee applies.

Saturday, February 19 Exhibition: Mook Mee Korean Artists 30th Anniversary Exhibit continuing through April 3, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

Weekend Family Classes: Beeswax Candles 9:30 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 2:30 p.m.; also offered Saturday, February 26; preregistration required; fee applies.

Discover Dance: Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Family Workshop 1 to 2:30 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies; call (312) 850-9744 ext. 149.

Kids ages 5 to 8 have fun indoors and out at Spring Break Camp.

Story Time in the Lenhardt Library Mondays through April 25, 10 to 11 a.m.

Registration for Spring Break Camp continuing through March 21; visit www.chicagobotanic.org/ springbreakcamp; fee applies.

Registration for Camp CBG continuing through June; visit www.chicagobotanic.org/camp/ summercamp; fee applies.

Friday, March 4 Chicago Flower & Garden Show Preview Evening 6 to 9:30 p.m.; Navy Pier; fee applies.

Saturday, March 5 Chicago Flower & Garden Show through March 13; Navy Pier; members enjoy discounted entry with membership card.

Wednesday & Friday, March 9 & 11 TV Tune-Out Week Family Drop-In Activities 9 to 11 a.m.

Saturday, March 19 Weekend Family Classes: Homemade Ice Cream 9:30 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 2:30 p.m.; also offered Saturday, March 26; preregistration required; fee applies.

Northern Illinois Gesneriad Society Show & Sale 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Malott Japanese Garden Spring Weekend 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Sunday, March 20 Northern Illinois Gesneriad Society Show & Sale 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Malott Japanese Garden Spring Weekend 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday, March 26

Regenstein School: Growing Salads Indoors 9 to 11 a.m.; preregistration required; fee applies.

Illinois Orchid Spring Show & Sale 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Weekend Family Classes: Beautiful Birds 9:30 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 2:30 p.m.; also offered Saturday, March 12; preregistration required; fee applies.

Windy City Harvest Workshops in Sustainable Vegetable Production: Seed Extension Part 1 (offsite), 9 a.m. to noon; preregistration required; fee applies; e-mail windycityharvest@chicagobotanic.org.

Sunday, March 6 Volunteer Opportunity Fair 1 to 3 p.m.; continues on Monday, March 7.

Regenstein School: Botany I continuing through April 18; 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. or 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies.

Sunday, March 27 Illinois Orchid Spring Show & Sale 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday – Friday, March 28 – April 1 Spring Break Camp 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.; preregistration by March 21 required; fee applies.

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April Ongoing Exhibition: Mook Mee Korean Artists 30th Anniversary Exhibit continuing through April 3, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

Library Exhibition: Caring for Collections: Conservation of the Rare Book Collection continuing through May 1, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays; noon to 4 p.m. weekends; closed holidays.

Story Time in the Lenhardt Library Mondays through April 25, 10 to 11 a.m.

Registration for Camp CBG continuing through June; visit www.chicagobotanic.org/camp/ summercamp; fee applies.

Saturday, April 2

Friday, April 8

Saturday, April 23

Regenstein School: Going Underground: Bulbs and Roots continuing through April 10; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies.

Tuesday, April 12

Windy City Harvest Workshops in Sustainable Vegetable Production: Window Box or Container Gardens (offsite), 9 a.m. to noon; preregistration required; e-mail windycityharvest@chicagobotanic.org.

Regenstein School: Flower Arranging with Store-Bought Bouquets 10 a.m. to noon or 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies.

Scout Seasonal Workshop: Earth Day Celebration 10 a.m. to noon; preregistration required; fee applies.

Thursday, April 14

Spring Walks begin; meet in front of the “What’s in Bloom” cart Saturdays at 1 p.m.; continuing through May 14.

Antiques & Garden Fair Preview Evening 6 to 10 p.m.; for tickets and information please call (847) 835-6944.

Friday, April 15 Antiques & Garden Fair 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; fee applies.

Regenstein School: Designing the Mixed Bed 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies.

Antiques & Garden Fair Peter Wirtz Lecture 10:30 a.m.; fee applies.

Ikebana International Show 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

College First Application Deadline call (847) 835-6871.

Weekend Family Classes: Critter Crew 9:30 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 2:30 p.m.; also offered Saturday, April 9; preregistration required; fee applies.

Sunday, April 3 Ikebana International Show 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Midwest Fruit Explorers Grafting Workshop 1 to 4 p.m.

Tram Tours begin; fee applies.

Saturday & Sunday, April 16 & 17 Antiques & Garden Fair 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; fee applies.

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Regenstein School: Tulip Tutorial 1 to 4 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies.

Wicked Bugs Lecture and Book Signing 7 to 8:30 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies.

Sunday, April 24 Easter Brunch seatings at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 1 p.m.; reservations required; tickets on sale March 14; fee applies.

Friday, April 29 Science First Application Deadline call (847) 835-6871.

Saturday, April 30 Midwest Daffodil Society Annual Show noon to 4:30 p.m.

Exhibition: Plants in Print: The Age of Botanical Discovery continuing through June 5, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

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Tickets to the members-only A Bloomin’ Festival Preview Evening are available beginning April 1 on the Garden’s website.

May Ongoing Exhibition: Plants in Print: The Age of Botanical Discovery continuing through June 5, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

Registration for Camp CBG continuing through June; visit www.chicagobotanic.org/camp/ summercamp; fee applies.

Sunday, May 1 Library Exhibition: Caring for Collections: Conservation of the Rare Book Collection last day, noon to 4 p.m.

Midwest Daffodil Society Annual Show 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday – Wednesday, May 4 – 11 Regenstein School: Healthcare Garden Design Professional Development Certificate Program preregistration required; fee applies.

Friday, May 6 Library Exhibition: Treasures of the Lenhardt Library continuing through August 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays; noon to 4 p.m. weekends; closed holidays.

Glenview/North Shore African Violet Society Show & Sale 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Central States Dahlia Society Sale 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 7 Members-Only Double Discount Day at the Garden Shop 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Model Railroad Garden: Landmarks of America opens; continuing through October 30; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, weather permitting; fee applies.

The Model Railroad Garden is generously sponsored

by American Airlines, the official airline of the Chicago Botanic Garden.

Glenview/North Shore African Violet Society Show & Sale 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Central States Dahlia Society Sale 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Free Library Talk: “Plants in Print: The Age of Botanical Discovery” 11 a.m. in the Joutras Gallery.

Wednesday, May 11 Discovery Programs begin; continuing through October 2, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.

Plant Giveaways begin; continuing through October 2, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.

Camp CBG Orientation Open House 1 to 3 p.m. in the Children’s Learning Center.

Teacher Programs: Revel with the Researchers: An Evening for Educators 5 to 7:30 p.m., preregistration required; fee applies.

Free Library Talk: “Treasures: Selections from the Rare Book Collection” 2 p.m.

Thursday, May 12

Nature Nights: Woodland Walk 5 to 7:30 p.m.; also offered Saturday, May 21; preregistration required; fee applies.

A Bloomin’ Festival Preview Evening members only: 4 to 7 p.m.; parking lot 5; fee applies.

Saturday, May 7

A Bloomin’ Festival members only: 1 to 5 p.m.; parking lot 5.

American Rhododendron Society Show 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Sunday, May 8 Garden Trolley Service to/from the Glencoe Metra station begins; continuing through October 30; Sundays only.

American Rhododendron Society Show 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Mother’s Day Brunch seating at 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and noon; tickets on sale March 14; reservations required; fee applies.

Friday, May 13

Saturday, May 14 Teacher Programs: Amazing Adaptations: A Workshop for Preschool Teachers 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies.

A Bloomin’ Festival 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; parking lot 5.

Sunday, May 15 A Bloomin’ Festival 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; parking lot 5.

Wednesday, May 18 Andrea Wulf The Founding Gardeners Lecture and Book Signing 4 to 5:30 p.m., Alsdorf Auditorium; fee applies.

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Looking Ahead

Looking ahead May through June A Bloomin’ Festival Friday, May 13, through Sunday, May 15 Families celebrate the start of the growing season with a festive open-air marketplace offering food, beverages, and live music as well as a plant sale made possible by the Woman’s Board of the Chicago Horticultural Society.

Tickets to the members-only Preview Evening on Thursday, May 12, are available on the Garden’s website beginning April 1.

World Environment Day Saturday, June 4 Activities throughout the Garden explore how people of all ages can protect the earth through awareness and action. Garden scientists, conservationists, and horticulturists give tours, talks, and demonstrations. Visitors can recycle their plastic plant containers.

World Environment Day is made possible by the generous support of Baxter International Inc., Illinois Tool Works Inc., Nissan North America, PwC, and Underwriters Laboratories.

Show of Summer Saturday and Sunday, June 11 and 12 More than a hundred members of the Garden Club of America representing clubs from across the country present exhibits based on the theme “Botanica.” There also will be an exhibit on seed banking and conservation.

Above: Families celebrate the start of the growing season at A Bloomin’ Festival.

Middle and Below: Join a Garden-wide celebration of World Environment Day on the first Saturday of every June, which this year is June 4. Visitors are encouraged to bring their plastic pot containers for recycling.

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Garden AntiquesNews & Garden Fair

Growing to better serve the needs of children The Children’s Discovery Cove will enable hands-on learning along the Garden’s shoreline.

The Chicago Botanic Garden is beginning construction of a new Children’s Learning Campus. The campus will allow the Garden—already recognized as a leader in environmental education—to serve more students and families with expanded educational programs and will provide new opportunities for hands-on exploration of the natural world.

The first step in the long-term plan is currently underway.

The former parking lot 7 is becoming a beautifully landscaped entry drive that will better accommodate school groups and will also create parking for visitors with special needs. The entry drive is scheduled for completion before the mid-June start of summer programs.

The next step in the children’s learning campus is construction of the Grunsfeld Children’s Growing Garden beginning this spring. Once completed in spring 2012, the growing garden will enable children to experience the pleasures of hands-on gardening, including how to grow vegetables and herbs.

The 10,000-square-foot garden will provide children, parents, and teachers two protected areas with raised beds—half which are designed for children and adults with physical challenges—and a covered pavilion for outdoor classrooms. The growing garden will also have a tool shed and restroom, and will offer such landscape features as living walls, arbors, and a small orchard.

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Garden AntiquesNews & Garden Fair The children’s learning campus entry drive and Grunsfeld Children’s Growing Garden are made possible by generous support from the U.S. Department of Transportation, Ernest A. Grunsfeld III and Esther Grunsfeld Klatz, the McCormick Foundation, the Guild of the Chicago Botanic Garden, Lorraine Ipsen-Stotler, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, the Colonel Stanley R. McNeil Foundation, and Make It Better magazine.

An exciting new feature of the campus is the Children’s Discovery Cove. The cove will provide opportunities for studying aquatic plants and animals that inhabit our wetland ecosystem. It will allow exploration of the critical roles that fresh water plays in our lives. The cove will be completed in summer 2012.

Plans for the children’s learning campus also include a permanent classroom building to replace the temporary double-wide trailer now housing the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL), as well as an interactive children’s sensory garden, teaching greenhouse, and play area.

In 2010, the CTL served more than 30,000 students and 800 teachers in its Teachers and Students division and more than 85,000 children in its Youth and Family Programs division—programs essential for achieving the Garden’s mission to promote the understanding, enjoyment, and conservation of plants and the natural world. Nearly all of the teachers and more than 75 percent of the students the Garden serves come from Chicago Public Schools or greater Cook County.

The new classroom building and the surrounding campus will enable the Chicago Botanic Garden to prepare more children to become the citizens and scientists of tomorrow.

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Community News The Native Seed Garden, located at the intersection of West Pershing Road and South Union Avenue, in the Bridgeport neighborhood of Chicago, aims to become a model that other counties, cities, and botanic gardens can use to create urban green space and jobs.

Growing a stronger community Growing native seeds in city neighborhoods Last fall the Chicago Botanic Garden turned a vacant lot in the Bridgeport neighborhood of Chicago into a public garden, the first step in a three-year pilot program that, if successful, could transform urban agriculture and plant conservation as well.

The Bridgeport garden is the first of at least two planned locations. The program will explore the viability of using urban settings to produce seeds of native plants. Seeds will be marketed to urban farmers, native habitat restoration companies, and others engaged in native-plant landscaping.

Seeds will also be banked and made available for restoring prairie habitat.

Cook County, the City of Chicago, and the Chicago Botanic Garden are collaborating on the Native Seed Garden program, which aims to become a model that other counties, cities, and botanic gardens can use to create urban green space and jobs.

Windy City Harvest—a Garden community education program offered in partnership with City Colleges of Chicago—is managing the Native Seed Garden project. Its staff worked with Cook County Sheriff’s Boot Camp graduates and Archeworks, an alternative design school, to design, build, and install the garden.

Windy City Harvest staff are collaborating with Garden conservation scientists to train Cook County Boot Camp graduates and students enrolled in the Windy City Harvest program. Students are learning how to maintain the garden and to harvest and clean seeds using practices that meet the needs of the restoration marketplace.

The Native Seed Garden pilot program is made possible by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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Green Youth Farm is a youth leadership program giving high-school students the chance to learn all aspects of sustainable growing.

Turning scraps into opportunity Mess hall food scraps, paper waste, and landscape material from 50 raised vegetable beds and ten acres of lawn are being turned into high-quality compost in a new composting operation at the Cook County Sheriff’s Boot Camp. Compost produced at the facility will be used to improve soil in the boot camp garden.

The boot camp garden, a partnership between the Cook County Sheriff’s Office and the Garden’s Windy City Harvest program, has offered vocational training since 2009 to young men with significant employment challenges. Men who successfully graduate from boot camp can now apply for a 16-week position paying $9 per hour.

They will train kitchen staff on proper composting practices.

A grant from the Cook County Department of Environmental Control/Department of Energy made the composting facility possible.

Green Youth Farm serving Dyett students year-round A season-extending hoophouse allows Dyett High School students enrolled in the Garden’s Green Youth Farm program to work during winter for the first time. With spring around the corner, students are preparing to plant cool-season crops in 40 raised beds at the farm in Washington Park on Chicago’s south side. The organic produce grown and harvested by students is sold at farmers’ markets and is featured in the Garden Café.

The year-round initiative at Dyett High School is made possible by generous support from the Polk Family Charitable Fund. A complete list of Green Youth Farm donors is found on page 77.

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Science Career Continuum gives future scientists a head start

The Science First and College First programs provide a free summer science immersion program to up to 60 middle-school and high-school students from Chicago Public Schools.

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Graduate students receive prestigious awards In 2010, five students enrolled in the master’s and Ph.D. programs offered jointly by the Chicago Botanic Garden and Northwestern University won prestigious awards totaling $59,000.

Kate Gallagher and Rebecca Tonietto each received a Garden Club of America Restoration Ecology Research Award, together garnering two of the three awards granted last year. Tonietto also won a Prairie Biotic Research Grant.

In the Science Career Continuum, College First graduates who earn an undergraduate degree can apply for a Conservation Land Management internship in one of 13 western states.

Interns assist professional staff of the Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, or U.S. Forest Service.

Educating and training scientists is a vital goal of the Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant Conservation Science Center, but the 27 master’s and Ph.D. students using the center’s laboratories, classrooms, and library are just some of the students the Chicago Botanic Garden is helping to prepare for careers in the environmental sciences.

A program known as the Chicago Botanic Garden Science Career Continuum allows the Garden to connect its own programs for middle- and high-school students with those offering internships and mentoring for college and graduate students. The goal is to prepare a new generation of scientists who have the education and training needed to address the environmental and conservation challenges of our time.

The continuum begins with the Garden’s Science First and College First programs that annually recruit up to 60 middleschool and high-school students from Chicago Public Schools. A free summer science immersion program— combined with paid internships and mentoring for highschool students—improves these students’ overall academic performance and puts them on a path to college. More than 98 percent of College First graduates attend two- or fouryear colleges.

Students who successfully complete College First and enter college can apply for a Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) in Plant Conservation internship.

The Garden and Northwestern University provide REU interns a ten-week summer science-based program under the supervision of a Garden research scientist.

Armed with an undergraduate degree, College First graduates can apply for five- and ten-month Conservation Land Management internships. CLM interns assist professional staff at the Bureau of Land Management,

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Kelly Ksiazek and Colby Witherup each earned a Dr. John N. Nicholson Fellowship, which provided a cash award and covered their tuition. Witherup also received an American Society of Plant Taxonomist Graduate Student Research Award.

Rebecca Barak received an Achievement Reward for College Scientists.

Dr. Greg Mueller, vice president of science and academic programs, congratulated the students, adding, “These awards recognize outstanding individual achievement and acknowledge the success of our plant biology and conservation programs.”

National Park Service, or U.S. Forest Service in one of 13 western states. Interns also receive a stipend and expand their resume and professional connections. For more information on the CLM internships and to apply, visit www.chicagobotanic.org/internship/CLM. College First students seeking a graduate degree are eligible for scholarships enabling them to attend the master’s or Ph.D. programs the Garden offers jointly with Northwestern University. A graduate degree gives students credentials sought by universities and research departments.

From eighth-graders with promise to Ph.D.s with expertise in creating a healthier world, the Science Career Continuum at the Chicago Botanic Garden offers educational opportunities to Chicago students—and a brighter future to us all.

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Community Education Workshops help girls ages 5 to 11 to satisfy Scout badge requirements.

Scouts explore woods, lakes, river Scouts develop a deeper connection to the outdoors when they participate in programs featuring natural areas at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Scouts from throughout Cook County and the greater Chicagoland region visit the Garden to attend badge and seasonal workshops and campouts in the spring and fall.

Activity badges On school-day afternoons and Saturdays throughout the year, girls ages 5 to 11 and boys in kindergarten through fifth grade can choose from a variety of workshops, each providing one and a half to two hours of supervised activities that satisfy a Scout badge requirement. Scouts are able to explore which plants and animals live in the Garden’s woods, lakes, or river, why these habitats are important, and the important roles that scientists play.

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Earth Day workshop The Garden offers Girl and Boy Scouts a special workshop every winter and spring. This spring, Scouts celebrate Earth Day on Saturday, April 23. Events include looking for signs of spring in a scavenger hunt and creating art out of recycled materials. Register now on the Garden’s website at www.chicagobotanic.org/scout.

Campouts On two Saturday nights this spring, Scouts and their chaperones pitch tents, enjoy nature games, hike through the McDonald Woods at dusk, eat s’mores around a campfire, and enjoy sleeping under the stars. Scout campouts are scheduled for May 14 and June 11. Call (847) 835-8239 to confirm availability and register. Fall campout dates will be posted on the Garden’s website this summer.

Opposite page: In the Forester workshop for Webelos, boys in grades 4 and 5 visit the Garden’s McDonald Woods to identify trees, explore which animals lives in the forest, and examine the story of one tree’s life as “told” by its rings.

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For birds, the Garden is more than a pretty place The mission of the Chicago Botanic Garden is to promote the enjoyment, understanding, and conservation of plants and the natural world, of which birds are delightful members.

Whether they live at the Garden year-round or migrate through in the spring and fall, birds depend on plants in our gardens and woods and along our restored shorelines for habitat and nutrition. The different types of habitat the Garden contains makes it an ideal place to see birds throughout the year, to enjoy the beauty they provide, and to learn more about their place in the world we share.

A Great Egret takes ight from a stretch of restored lakeshore near Evening Island.

Photo courtesy of Bob Kirschner.

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Above: Woman’s Board Curator of Aquatic Plant and Urban Lake Studies Bob Kirschner (right) studies the Garden’s 60 acres of lakes and nearly six miles of lakeshore to develop sustainable approaches for enhancing water quality and aquatic habitat. Below: The Regenstein School offers an introductory bird-watching class beginning May 19.

Garden, Skokie Lagoons attract birds and birders The Garden’s 385 acres and Skokie Lagoons, both owned by the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, encompass more than a thousand acres of contiguous habitat—an invaluable natural resource at a time when habitats are increasingly fragmented. These public lands—containing oak forest, patches of pine and fir, fruit-bearing ornamental trees and shrubs, tallgrass and shortgrass prairies, deep and shallow lakes, and a brush-lined creek—support the waterfowl and neotropical birds that use the Lake Michigan shoreline to guide their migratory path.

Most neotropical birds migrate at night. At sunrise, when insect activity escalates, birds such as Bobolink, Scarlet Tanager, and Indigo Bunting stop traveling and begin searching for nutrition and a place to rest. The amount of insect habitat they are able to find in the Garden’s wetland and shallow-water zones greatly expanded when more than a quarter-million plants were installed during the first phase of restoring our lakeshores.

Class takes flight during spring migration Anyone who wants to know more about birds can choose from a yearlong schedule of Nature Studies classes at the Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden. From bird walks with experts to tips on how to attract birds to your own garden, the School offers options for everyone from beginning “birders” to those with years of experience.

In mid-May, during the hours immediately following sunrise, avid bird watchers flock to the Garden. They know this time affords them the greatest likelihood of seeing some of the 242 species of birds that have been observed at the Garden between March 6 and June 5 since 1984.

This May, during the peak of the spring migration, Garden ecologist Jim Steffen teaches a two-session class: Introduction to Bird-Watching. On Thursday, May 19, students learn how to use binoculars and field guides to identify birds commonly found in the Chicago area. Students will put their new bird-watching skills to work in the early morning of Saturday, May 21, when Steffen leads the class on a 90-minute walk in the Garden.

Visit www.chicagobotanic.org/birds/allbirds to see a complete list of birds recorded at the Garden in each season.

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For the last 15 years, Elizabeth de la Baume has volunteered her time at least two days a week, year-round, and often very early in the morning when more birds than people are present in the Garden.

Devoted volunteer monitors birds When Elizabeth de la Baume retired from being a Glenview schoolteacher, she would have been welcomed as a volunteer in many capacities. But her experience collecting field data on fiddler crabs made her an ideal candidate for monitoring bird populations found at the Chicago Botanic Garden.

For the last 15 years, de la Baume has volunteered her time at least two days a week, year-round, and often very early in the morning when more birds than people are present in the Garden. After becoming a Garden volunteer, she completed a certificate program in ornithology at The Morton Arboretum.

Each time de la Baume visits the Garden, she records how many birds of each species she sees in the lakes and river and along the shorelines. She notes the date birds are first sighted in spring, and reports birds of special interest—usually species that are rarely or infrequently seen at the Garden.

Until recently, de la Baume monitored only waterfowl— geese, ducks, egrets, herons, and the like. But in the fall of 2009, she began documenting the birds visiting the newest restoration site on the far southeast side of the Garden: the Barbara Brown Nature Reserve. After invasive plants were removed and replaced with native trees and shrubs, de la Baume noted that the variety and number of birds visiting the Reserve began growing. In May, 7,500 aquatic plants will be installed along the Reserve’s east and southeast shorelines.

Field data de la Baume logs allows the Garden to compare the population size of different bird species over many years.

“In 2010, the Garden enjoyed a larger variety of migratory waterfowl than it had seen in over a decade,” she says.

“Restoring lake and river shorelines is creating enhanced habitat for the Garden’s avian visitors.”

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Cherished Garden symbols Trumpeter Swans achieved iconic status at the Chicago Botanic Garden in 1995; that year, two pairs of swans were introduced to the Garden’s system of interconnected lakes.

While their dominant size and territorial nature did not help to control a growing Canada Goose population as originally intended, they have delighted countless visitors ever since.

The swans live year-round on Garden lakes, and eat the roots, stems, and leaves of aquatic plants. They are one of many waterfowl species that have benefited from steps the Garden has taken to protect and improve the quality of our lake water. Extensive woodland and shoreline restoration, as well as the Woman’s Board of the Chicago Horticultural Society Rainwater Glen, provide plant-based mechanisms for filtering eroded soil and excess nutrients from stormwater before they reach Garden waterways and, eventually, the Chicago River watershed.

Historically a native bird, Trumpeter Swans disappeared from most states, including Illinois, in the late nineteenth century, in large part because their wetland habitat had been destroyed. To help mitigate this loss, the Garden has restored more than three miles of lake shoreline habitat—with planning underway to restore the remaining three miles— and has partnered with Iowa to reintroduce into the wild 14 Trumpeter Swan cygnets born at the Garden.

Sixteen years since their introduction, Trumpeter Swans remain an iconic symbol of the Chicago Botanic Garden— of the Garden’s elegant beauty, and of its mission to protect and restore the natural world.

On Thursday, April 7, Linda Breuer, director of Barnswallow, A Wild Bird Concern, teaches Raptors in Your Backyard. This family-friendly class features live owls, hawks, and a surprise “guest.” See page 53 for more information.

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Trumpeter Swans disappeared from most states in the late nineteenth century, in large part because their wetland habitat had been destroyed.

Waterfowl such as ducks, egrets, and herons benefit significantly from shoreline habitat restoration, as do fish, frogs and toads, and turtles.

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Plant Tips Iris ‘Blue Denim’ (left) and Iris ‘Baby Blessed’ (right) are great additions to your spring garden.

Dwarf bearded irises add springtime color There are days when winter feels like it will never end. But when spring finally does arrive, it brings a much-needed show of color and texture. Blue skies energize the landscape.

Swelling buds unfurl, revealing leaves of many shapes and shades of green. And springtime flowers—in constantly changing color combinations—generate fresh excitement about the growing season ahead.

In many gardens this exhilarating rush of spring is followed by a brief lull in horticultural action. Kris Jarantoski, the Chicago Botanic Garden’s executive vice president and director, calls this time the “spring slump”—the period when waves of daffodils and tulips are mostly spent, onceshowy crabapples are fading, and peonies and roses are not yet ready to bloom.

If your garden needs something new to offset this break in color, consider adding mini dwarf, dwarf, and intermediate bearded irises to bridge the gap. Ranging in height from less than 8 inches to about 16 inches tall, these relatively new hybrid irises bloom a couple of weeks earlier than tall bearded iris.

This May, Garden visitors will discover one or more of the following irises abloom in the rock garden portion of the Landscape Garden, in the Heritage Garden, and along the outside home perimeter of the English Walled Garden: Mini Dwarf Bearded Iris Iris ‘Robin’s Egg’ Iris ‘Zipper’ Standard Dwarf Bearded Iris Iris ‘Baby Blessed’ Iris “Blue Denim’ Iris pumila ‘Brassie’ Intermediate Bearded Iris Iris ‘Bluebird in Flight’ If seeing dwarf bearded irises in bloom inspires you to add them to your garden, select a spot in full sun with very well-drained soil. Container-grown plants can be planted in spring. Bareroot plants (or transplants) should be planted sometime between July and September, giving them at least one month to become established before the first hard frost. Plant dwarf bearded irises just below the soil surface in large groups at the front of the border, where they will grow undisturbed for several years.

New and underutilized, dwarf bearded irises add color— and stature—to the well-designed spring garden.

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Supporting the Garden Top Inset: Iceland poppies in bloom were one of Shari and Herb Rosen’s favorite things to see at the Garden in spring.

Celebrating 53 years and special moments On either side of the north summit walk, high above the Garden, two of Herb and Shari Rosen’s favorite places to visit are located on each side—the Malott Japanese Garden to the east and the English Walled Garden to the west.

This peaceful walk atop the Waterfall Garden, which leads to the Dwarf Conifer Garden, is where Rosen arranged a tribute to his late wife of 53 years. He chose this expansive spot, with its beautiful view of water, to celebrate the life they shared—a life filled with three children, seven grandchildren, and a mutual love of travel.

Herb and Shari Rosen, longtime members, watched the Garden being built. The Garden became an important part

of their lives and Herb and Shari continued visiting together, often twice a week, after Shari was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.

Alzheimer’s dimmed Shari’s memory but not her love of the Garden. After she became ill, Rosen says their visits to the Garden calmed her, creating precious moments in which she could communicate with him.

“Shari was a wonderful wife, for which I am especially grateful,” Rosen says. “The beauty of the Chicago Botanic Garden made a positive difference in her life as well as in mine. I am thankful for the ability and the opportunity to honor Shari in this very special way.”

The Tribute Gift Program at the Chicago Botanic Garden can help you celebrate, commemorate, and remember a family member, friend, or special occasion.

Visit www.chicagobotanic.org/donate or call (847) 835-8333.

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Adult Education: Regenstein School

Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School An extensive schedule provides a wealth of choices; instruction by Garden staff and other experts ensures every class, workshop, or symposium is an exceptional learning experience.

Spring into action!

The Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden offers an array of exciting learning opportunities that meet the diverse needs of the many students who register for classes, enroll in programs, or attend symposia.

In this section you will find classes for gardeners who want to learn about new plants, develop new skills, or pursue new passions. There are options for busy moms, active families, and retired seniors. You can explore opportunities for changing careers as well as certificate programs that could finally fulfill a dream.

Students never know where taking their first class might lead them. Over the last five years, Mike Wislek, a systems engineer at Motorola, has taken more than 25 courses and completed four certificate programs. While exploring future career possibilities, Wislek says he has enjoyed interacting with knowledgeable instructors as well as meeting students who share the same interests—many of whom are now his good friends.

Take a class at the Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden this spring. Every class —no matter why you take it—offers the pleasures of learning, and will help you to keep growing!

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Below: Mike Wislek (left), with School instructor Tom Selinger, says his teachers have been knowledgeable and passionate about what they do. This spring, Selinger teaches Design Presentations—The Colored Pencil. See page 39 for more information.

Adult Education: Highlights

Adult Education: Botanical Arts & Humanities

Highlights

Designing the Mixed Bed Saturday, April 2 See page 55.

New! Go Native...Landscape Trees and Shrubs

Drawing and Painting with Mark McMahon

Friday, April 8 See page 44.

Saturdays, April 30 – May 21 See page 59.

Going Underground: Bulbs and Roots

New! Piet Oudolf’s Landscapes in Landscapes

Friday – Sunday, April 8 – 10 See page 60.

Tuesday, June 7 See page 55.

New! Wicked Bugs Lecture and Book Signing Saturday, April 23 See page 53.

New! Founding Gardeners Lecture and Book Signing Wednesday, May 18 See page 55.

Profitable Perennial Garden Maintenance Saturday, June 25 See page 50.

New! Introduction to Grading and Drainage Wednesdays and select Saturdays, June 8 – August 6 See page 56.

Call (847) 835-8261 or visit www.chicagobotanic.org/school to register.

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Botanical Arts & Humanities Adult Education: Overview

Overview of Courses and Programs GenerAl IntereSt CourSeS Courses cover myriad topics and provide high-quality learning opportunities for beginning and more advanced gardeners. For specific program questions, contact the registrar at school@chicagobotanic.org or (847) 835-8261.

Professional Programs

Professional programs are intensive studies in a particular area of interest for the advanced student These courses routinely carry continuing education units for various professional organizations. Please direct comments or topic suggestions to Jill Selinger at school@chicagobotanic.org or (847) 835-6849.

Symposia

Symposia, offered throughout the year, provide an in-depth look at a variety of topics. Regional, national, and international speakers provide new perspectives for amateur gardeners, professional horticulturists, landscape designers and architects, scientists, conservationists, and other green-industry professionals. Please direct comments or topic suggestions to Beth Pinargote at school@ chicagobotanic.org or (847) 835-8278.

Master Gardener training Program

In conjunction with University of Illinois Extension, the Garden offers the Master Gardener Training Program. The program covers the basics of horticulture, including classes on woody and herbaceous ornamental plant materials, fruit and vegetable crops, entomology, and pathology.

After completing the training program and 60 hours of volunteer service, participants become certified University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners.

The next program will begin in January 2013. Please visit www.chicagobotanic.org/school/mastergardener or call Jill Selinger at (847) 835-6849.

For faculty biographies please visit www.chicagobotanic/ school/faculty.

Chicago Botanic Garden members pay the lower of the two fees listed.

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Certificate programs at the Garden appeal to students with a wide range of interests.

Certificate Programs

Learn how a certificate of merit can help you fulfill a dream, start a new career, or delve more deeply into an area of interest. Look for these codes after a course listing, and find a course that may be a new beginning for you!

• Botanical Arts (ART) Engage your senses, discover hidden talents, and explore a more personal relationship with plants in this studio art program.

• Garden Design (GDC) Create successful gardens with a solid foundation in plantsmanship and science-based gardening techniques.

• Midwest Gardening (MGC) Discover practical, learner-friendly training on growing plants, plant propagation, and home garden design and you will become a more successful home gardener.

• Ornamental Plant Materials (OPC) Avid amateur gardeners and aspiring horticulture professionals alike will learn identification, cultural requirements, and landscape use for more than 500 ornamental plants that are well suited for northeastern Illinois.

• Professional Gardener Level 1 and 2 (PGL 1 and 2) Hands-on learning can lead to a new career or advancement in the industry, with science-based gardening techniques, plantsmanship, and training in sustainability and planning.

• Healthcare Garden Design (HGD) In this professional development program, meeting for eight days in May 2011, attendees will discover the many ways gardens provide verifiable health benefits for the patients, staff, and visitors.

• Horticultural Therapy (HTC) This 12-credit-hour accredited program combines with hands-on training, allowing students to gain experience and skills in the use of plant, garden, and nature activities to achieve measurable physical and mental-health outcomes for clients.

Call (847) 835-8261 or visit www.chicagobotanic.org/school to register.

Certificate programs are offered at many levels to give both beginners and professionals opportunities to improve their expertise and marketability.

Prepare yourself for a rewarding career in landscape maintenance or garden design, discover the world of botanical art, or receive hands-on training from a Chicago Botanic Garden horticulturist.

Details about all of the certificate programs are available at www.chicagobotanic.org/school/ certificate. Contact Amelia Simmons-Hurt at www.certificateprograms@chicagobotanic.org, or at (847) 835-8293 for further information.

Professional development opportunities and inspiration are yours here at the Garden. landscape design, horticulture, and conservation professionals and others are welcome to attend these outstanding symposia and professional programs.

A Sense of Place: landscape Design Symposium February 25 Friday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Alsdorf Auditorium $125/$150 $20 optional fee for lunch In partnership with the LDA, the local chapter of the APLD, MELA, and the Chicago Botanic Garden, hear Darrel Morrison, Gerould Wilhelm, and Charles A. Birnbaum correlate design concepts to the region where they are working. Learn from Rosalind Reed with snapshots of submitted vignettes. You may purchase a boxed lunch or bring a brown bag lunch to enjoy while you network.

new! Assessing a Garden Site March 4 – 25 4 Fridays 10 a.m. – noon Linnaeus Room Barbara Geiger, MALA, adjunct professor, College of Architecture, Illinois Institute of Technology $129/$162 Grounding your design and planting plan in the reality of a site helps ensure a successful project. Get down to the basics of a site analysis: a thorough as-found assessment, survey of conditions, site history, and practice in how to listen and respond to a site more than imposing on it. Experienced practitioners and designers-in-training will find the assessment protocol useful for communicating with clients.

new! Historic landscape Preservation

Walls and Steps—Design and Construction

March 5 – 26 4 Saturdays 9 a.m. – noon Garden View Room Barbara Geiger, MALA, adjunct professor, College of Architecture, Illinois Institute of Technology $179/$224

April 1 Friday 9 a.m. – noon Linnaeus Room Scott C. Scarfone, ASLA, Oasis Design Group, Baltimore, MD $59/$74

Historic landscapes add to the authenticity and charm of historic homes and other structures. We’ll study a range of projects from large and nationally significant properties like Mount Vernon to small private gardens that complement older homes. An understanding of landscape preservation is a valuable additional service for garden designers to offer clients. Textbook requirement will be sent.

Walls and steps give structure and provide a backbone in the landscape. This course explores the various design opportunities that walls and steps provide. It examines proper construction techniques to ensure that the design and construction are safe, secure, and built to withstand the effects of time.

Insects of trees and Shrubs

April 1 Friday 1:30 – 3 p.m.

Linnaeus Room Scott C. Scarfone, ASLA, Oasis Design Group, Baltimore, MD $29/$37

March 11 Friday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center Jim Appleby, associate professor, University of Illinois $79/$99 Learn about the fascinating insects and mites that inhabit the trees, shrubs, and flowers of the landscape. You’ll see photos of the various stages of species development, hear about their life histories, and find out whether cultural, biological, or chemical controls might be needed. To get that closer view, attendees will have a chance to use a dissecting microscope. Lunch is on your own.

Design Presentations—the Colored Pencil March 26 & April 2 2 Saturdays 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Design Studio R. Thomas Selinger, director of design, Hursthouse, Inc. $159/$199 The colored pencil offers an amazing range of color choices in a familiar and inexpensive tool. A combination of both plan and sketch handouts demonstrated by the instructor will be provided in this hands-on studio. A supply list will be sent. Lunch is on your own.

Adult Education: Symposia & Professional Programs

Symposia and Professional Programs

new! Water-efficient landscaping

Water-efficient landscape design and management focus on working with nature to create an aesthetically pleasing landscape while using less water from the local supply. Minimizing the need for watering in your landscape requires careful observation, planning, and common sense. This workshop will present site analysis, design, and management considerations necessary to create a water-wise landscape.

trees in a Changing Climate May 27 Friday 10 a.m. – noon Linnaeus Room Guy Sternberg, arborist and landscape architect $29/$37 Most scientists agree that our climate is becoming increasingly unstable, even if some still doubt the extent of the role our own species is playing in the process. How will this affect our most treasured and permanent landscape plants—our trees? Why should we be concerned, and what should we do? Come away better prepared for the uncertain future of your environment.

Internationally acclaimed designer comes to the Garden! See page 55 for details.

Call (847) 835-8261 or visit www.chicagobotanic.org/school to register.

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Botanical Arts & Humanities Adult Education: Bonsai & Suiseki Workshops

Bonsai and Suiseki Workshops All bonsai workshops are taught by Ivan Watters, bonsai artist and curator of the Chicago Botanic Garden bonsai collection. Workshops are held in the Production Headhouse.

Suiseki Diaza Carving Workshop March 20 – April 10 4 Sundays 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Annex 2 Tim Priest, suiseki and diaza artist and instructor $249/$312 Learn about collecting and classifying stones used for suiseki, and the types of wood and tools suitable for diaza carving. Students will be taught with hands-on traditional and modern Japanese diaza carving techniques, starting from a raw piece of wood and taking it to completion. Each student will receive a suiseki and wood to carve their first diaza. A supply list will be sent.

Bonsai: Beginner – Basics and Fundamentals April 3 – May 15 (no class April 24) 6 Sundays 1 – 4 p.m.

Production Headhouse Ivan Watters, bonsai artist $179/$224 Discover principles and techniques to appreciate and participate in the art of bonsai. Each session includes a detailed lecture and assistance with design, styling, and wiring.

Bonsai: Intermediate – refinement techniques April 9 – May 14 6 Saturdays 9 a.m. – noon Production Headhouse Ivan Watters, bonsai artist $229/$287 Appropriate for those with knowledge of bonsai concepts and experience with the art beyond the novice level, each session includes a brief lecture, supervised work on trees, and a review/critique of work undertaken.

Bonsai: Advanced – Presentation-Quality efforts April 3 – May 15 (no class April 24) 6 Sundays 9 a.m. – noon Production Headhouse Ivan Watters, bonsai artist $249/$312 For the student who has completed the beginner, novice, and intermediate courses, this course focuses almost exclusively on supervised work on trees.

Bonsai: novice – Development techniques

Weekend Gardener Series Are you a new homeowner baffled by your landscape? Are you a beginning gardener who wants to learn basic horticultural skills? this series answers gardening questions and introduces techniques for gardening success. each course investigates a different topic related to your own lawn and garden.

Fruit trees for the Beginner February 26 Saturday 9:30 a.m. – noon Annex 1 Glenn Grosch, horticulturist and agronomist $36/$45 Tree fruits present a great opportunity to both enhance your landscape and add to your eating pleasure! The discussion will cover selecting varieties, choosing a suitable location, site preparation, and proper planting. Pruning techniques, ongoing maintenance, and pest management will also be discussed. Dress for the weather, as part of the class will be outside.

Brambles and Berries for the Beginner March 5 Saturday 1 – 3:30 p.m.

Annex 1 Glenn Grosch, horticulturist and agronomist $36/$45

April 6 – May 11 6 Wednesdays 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.

Production Headhouse Ivan Watters, bonsai artist $209/$262

Learn how to choose the best berry varieties, select and prepare a site, and use proper planting and pruning techniques, as well as understand other maintenance requirements. Dress for the weather, as part of the class will be outside.

Ideal for those with considerable familiarity and experience with the fundamentals of bonsai, each session includes a brief lecture, supervised work on trees, and a review and critique of work undertaken.

Growing Vegetables is “Cool” March 12 Saturday 1 – 3 p.m.

Garden View Room Rick Belding, horticulturist, Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden, Chicago Botanic Garden $36/$45 Join Rick Belding to learn how to grow cool-season vegetables, which can be grown in either the spring or fall. Seed sowing, bed and soil preparation, and harvesting techniques are just part of what will be covered in this class. Each student will receive a vegetable plant to grow at home.

Renowned bonsai expert Ivan Watters teaches the art of bonsai to students of all levels of experience.

Gardening in Containers

Planting techniques

March 13 Sunday 1 – 3 p.m.

Annex 2 Tim Johnson, director of horticulture, Chicago Botanic Garden $29/$37

April 9 Saturday 10 a.m. – noon Annex 1 Nancy Clifton, program specialist, Chicago Botanic Garden $36/$45

May 7 Saturday 9 – 11 a.m.

Annex 2 Emily Limburger, horticulturist, Chicago Botanic Garden $29/$37

Learning the correct technique for pruning is key to maintaining healthy plants. Tim Johnson will introduce you to the principles of pruning, including proper tool use, techniques for pruning trees and shrubs, and the best time to prune both evergreen and deciduous plants. He will also display a variety of good tools for pruning.

Learn how to design and create container gardens, for sun and shade, vegetables and herbs, and many others. You will also learn how to keep them healthy and lush all summer long. Each student will receive a plant to try in your containers at home. Dress for the weather, as part of the class will be outdoors.

Proper planting entails much more than just putting a plant in the ground. Good techniques are vital for establishing a successful landscape. Learn how to do a site analysis, prepare the site, select plants, and use specific planting techniques for trees, shrubs, perennials, and ground covers. Please dress for the weather.

Get Started with Perennials March 26 Saturday 9 a.m. – noon Linnaeus Room Rachael Williams, horticulturist, Heynssens & Grassman, Inc. $36/$45 Learn about choosing the right perennial for the right garden location, and how to combine perennials to create a lovely and interesting garden that blooms throughout the growing season. Learn pruning and pinching techniques, deadheading and dividing, and other cultural methods to help you keep your garden growing healthy and strong.

Spring lawn Care for Homeowners April 2 Saturday 9 – 11 a.m.

Seminar Room, Plant Science Center Tom Fritz, plant healthcare specialist, Chicago Botanic Garden $29/$37 Using the Garden’s holistic turf management program as a model, Tom Fritz explains how to cultivate a thriving lawn while lessening pesticide use. Topics will include turf culture, mowing, aerating, watering, fertilizing, and weeding, and insect and disease control. Please dress for the weather.

Growing Warm-Season Vegetables in a Small Space April 23 Saturday 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Fruit and Vegetable Learning Center Rick Belding, horticulturist, Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden, Chicago Botanic Garden $36/$45 Discover methods for growing warm-season vegetables in a small space. This comprehensive class will cover a wide range of vegetable-growing options when lack of space is a major consideration. Part of the class will be held outside, so please dress for the weather. Each class participant will receive a plant to grow at home.

Get Started with Annuals May 1 Sunday 1 – 3 p.m.

Linnaeus Room Tim Pollak, outdoor floriculturist, Chicago Botanic Garden $29/$37 Annuals can be used in many ways to provide constant color in your flowerbeds, containers, window boxes, and perennial borders. Learn the most dependable varieties, as well as new and unusual ones. Topics include soil preparation, plant selection, care and maintenance, and some propagation techniques.

Adult Education: Weekend Gardener Series

Adult Education: Botanical Arts & Humanities

Pruning Principles

Bonsai Basics May 14 Saturday 1 – 3 p.m.

Garden View Room Ivan Watters, bonsai artist and curator, Chicago Botanic Garden $29/$37 Learn the horticulture of bonsai and the art and philosophy behind it. Discover what bonsai is and the history, fundamental aesthetic elements, and basic styles of this art. Ivan will also touch on tools, wiring, soils, fertilizers, and year-round care.

Summer Garden Maintenance May 22 Sunday 1 – 3 p.m.

Linnaeus Room Tim Johnson, director of horticulture, Chicago Botanic Garden $29/$37 Proper watering, fertilizing, pruning, edging, deadheading, staking, and mulching practices can make the difference between a healthy, well-kept garden and a landscape that gets ahead of you. You will have a hands-on opportunity to practice what you learn, so bring along a pair of pruners, and dress for the weather.

Chicago Botanic Garden members pay the lower of the two fees listed.

Call (847) 835-8261 or visit www.chicagobotanic.org/school to register.

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Backstage Pass: Flowering Spring Celebrities

Horticulture courses help students acquire the information and techniques needed to grow ornamental plants and maintain a healthy garden or lawn.

let’s Grow together!

organic Gardening—A Fresh Approach

Family Friendly

March 15 Tuesday 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Linnaeus Room Glenn Grosch, horticulturist and agronomist $29/$37

February 26, May 21, July 23 & Sept. 24 4 Saturdays 9 – 11 a.m.

Linnaeus Room Rick Belding, horticulturist, Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden, Chicago Botanic Garden $99/$124 In this interactive class, we will design and plant a 60-square-foot raised garden using sustainable practices. Each student will receive the same types of plants and/or seed to grow at home, so comparisons can be made. Children over age 6 are welcome to register with an attending adult. One child free with each adult registration; each additional child registration is $49.

Growing Salads Indoors March 5 Saturday 9 – 11 a.m.

Linnaeus Room Bill Shores, professional grower and garden consultant $29/$37 Learn to grow organic salad greens at home, whether you have garden space or not! Bill Shores, who has grown specialty greens for more than a decade and currently manages chef Rick Bayless’s market garden, will treat participants to a visual feast of microgreens. He will also demonstrate how to plant the seeds in growing trays, and discuss maintenance and harvesting techniques.

Winter tree and Shrub trimming March 8 Tuesday 7 – 8:30 p.m. & March 12 Saturday 9 – 11 a.m.

Annex 2 Gilbert Smith & Lesley Bruce Smith, ISA certified arborists, owners, Arborsmith Ltd. $49/$62

This fresh approach to organic gardening will focus on fundamental horticultural practices as they apply to a successful organic garden experience. The presentation will explain organics, followed by a detailed discussion of specific practices in the areas of plant nutrition and pest management.

english trough Workshop March 16 Wednesday 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Annex 1 Nancy Clifton, program specialist, Chicago Botanic Garden $69/$87 Join Nancy Clifton for her popular trough-making workshop. Examples of these versatile troughs can be seen in the English Walled and Dwarf Conifer Gardens. All materials for the container are included.

Please note: project work is dusty and there is a second part to be completed at home, 24 hours later.

A supply list will be sent.

tool Care and Sharpening Workshop March 19 Saturday 1 – 2:30 p.m.

Annex 2 Sam Darin, tool and die designer and gardener $21/$27 Hone your knowledge—and your tools! Learn which tools are essential for the basic garden tool shed and how to select, use, and maintain them for optimum performance. Feel free to bring your hand pruners, flat spade, and sharpening stone to class to learn and practice techniques.

Learn the secret that only certified arborists know— that it is fun and simple to trim your trees and shrubs when their leaves are absent! Through demonstrations and discussions, you will learn the basics of tree physiology and proper practices of trimming during the winter months.

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March 20 Sunday 1 – 3 p.m.

Meet at Rice Plant Resource Center Tim Pollak, outdoor floriculturist, Chicago Botanic Garden $29/$37 Take a behind-the-scenes tour through the Garden’s Greenhouses and nursery. Be the first to see which spring annuals will appear in the 2011 annual display beds, hanging baskets, containers, and hanging hayracks. You will also get a preview of some of the indoor displays for the Antiques & Garden Fair and glimpse the start of fall mums.

lower-Maintenance Perennials for the Garden April 5 Tuesday 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Linnaeus Room Marcy Stewart-Pyziak, horticulturist, The Gardener’s Tutor $39/$49 Does a lower-maintenance perennial truly exist? By selecting plants that are not aggressive, varieties that are drought tolerant, and those that seldom require pruning or division, you can significantly reduce your work time in the garden. Learn which plants have these attributes and get ideas for combinations ideal for sun and shade.

living Pansy Wreath Workshop April 6 Wednesday 9:30 a.m. – noon Annex 1 Karen Thomson, topiary designer, Thomson Topiaries $59/$74 Welcome the arrival of spring with a pansy wreath to brighten your front door! In this class, you will create a lush, colorful living wreath by planting a moss-lined wire frame with pansies and ivy. Please bring an apron, rubber gloves, and scissors. All other materials are included in the fee.

new! Go native...landscape trees and Shrubs April 8 Friday 1 – 3 p.m.

Linnaeus Room Ed Lyon, director, Allen Centennial Gardens, University of Wisconsin-Madison $29/$37 With recent concerns about invasive species and growing interest in natural landscapes, many are looking at native trees and shrubs for their sites.

Topics will include sources of native plant material, cultural requirements, pests and diseases, proper planting techniques, transplanting requirements, and best plants for problem sites.

April 9 Saturday 9 a.m. – noon Linnaeus Room Ed Lyon, director, Allen Centennial Gardens, University of Wisconsin-Madison $39/$49 Broaden both your plant knowledge and design palette with this combination workshop and Garden tour. Ed Lyon will discuss the background of dwarf conifers, including stunning, little known or new cultivars, followed by a tour of the Dwarf Conifer Garden.

Pansy and lettuce Baskets April 27 Wednesday 10 a.m. – noon Annex 1 Nancy Clifton, program specialist, Chicago Botanic Garden $65/$82 In this popular workshop, make two moss-lined wire baskets filled with pansies and red-leaved lettuce to brighten your porch or patio. Both pansies and lettuce can withstand cool spring temperatures and provide an early splash of color in your garden. Please bring gloves. All other materials are provided.

Creating Colorful Combinations April 28 Thursday 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Linnaeus Room Tim Pollak, outdoor floriculturist, Chicago Botanic Garden $29/$37 Learn the many ways plants can be combined to enhance your garden beds and container gardens.

Plants can provide color not only from their flowers, but from foliage as well. Discover how to use the trendy black, gold, silver, variegated, and other colorful plants available, and learn which ones do best in the Chicagoland area.

new! early Morning Garden Stroll May 3 Tuesday 6 – 7:30 a.m.

Meet at Visitor Center Nancy Clifton, program specialist, Chicago Botanic Garden $15/$19

topiaries for Your Garden

Perennial Garden Care and Maintenance

May 3 Tuesday 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Annex 1 Karen Thomson, topiary designer, Thomson Topiaries $59/$74

June 7 Tuesday 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Linnaeus Room Marcy Stewart-Pyziak, horticulturist, The Gardener’s Tutor $49/$62

Whether you tuck them away in your garden, decorate your countertop, or adorn your shelves with them, topiaries will add a touch of whimsy or elegance to your home and garden. You will create your own live topiary, selecting from a variety of frames. Bring scissors, rubber gloves, and an apron.

Made-for-the-Shade Container Workshop May 18 Wednesday 10 a.m. – noon or 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Annex 1 Nancy Clifton, program specialist, Chicago Botanic Garden $89/$112 Need some color in the shade? Take a Garden walk to view shade-loving plants, and then create your own container designed with shade in mind. We will use a variety of plants, including perennials, annuals, and tropicals. Please bring garden gloves and a large box for the finished project. All other materials are provided.

Adult Education: Horticulture

new! Dwarf in Size, not Impact: Dwarf Conifers

Learn the practical methods used to keep a perennial garden in peak condition, such as how and when to deadhead, pinch back, stake, weed, fertilize, mulch, and water, and to recognize and minimize common pests and diseases. Part of the class will be spent outdoors.

Strawberries and Cream Moss Basket Workshop June 15 Wednesday 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Annex 1 Nancy Clifton, program specialist, Chicago Botanic Garden $79/$99 Plant strawberry plants along with ‘Strawberries ‘n’ Cream’ nasturtiums in a 16” wire moss-lined basket.

Later, enjoy a summer harvest of strawberries and edible nasturtium leaves and flowers. It’s functional and attractive, too! Bring garden gloves and a large box to carry the basket home. All other materials are provided.

the Artistic Side of trees May 26 Thursday 7 – 8:30 p.m.

Linnaeus Room Guy Sternberg, arborist and landscape architect $25/$32 Find the inspiration of seeing trees with a broad new perspective, including the subtleties of seasons, lighting, fragrance, wildlife interactions, and more.

Learn how to use the artistic features of your existing trees more effectively in the landscape and how to plan for new trees.

Celebrate spring with your own handmade pansy and lettuce basket.

Join Nancy Clifton and other early birds on an inspiring stroll and enjoy the private moments found in the Garden at the break of dawn. See the sunrise, the morning dew on flowers, and mist across the water. We will stop for special sites along the way and quietly talk about the benefits found when hardly anyone else is around.

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Four SeASonS oF BeAutY: tHe CHICAGo BotAnIC GArDen ContAIner SerIeS This series of workshops and Garden walks features the diversity and creativity of four seasons of Chicago Botanic Garden container gardens. Each season, you will explore the Garden grounds with Nancy Clifton and discover an array of striking plants, interesting color and texture combinations, and unique container arrangements. Nancy will then help you create a seasonal container for your sun or partial shade patio or porch in a fiber pot that can be used alone or slipped into a decorative container. All workshops are taught by Nancy Clifton, program specialist at the Chicago Botanic Garden.

Register for all four sessions at once and save ten percent. The refund policy for the series is on page 62. $212/$265

Spring Containers at the Garden

Autumn Containers at the Garden

April 21 Thursday 10 a.m. – noon or 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Annex 1 $59/$74

September 15 Thursday 10 a.m. – noon or 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Annex 1 $59/$74

Tour the Garden’s spring containers and collect ideas for your own. Then create a container with plants that can tolerate the varying spring temperatures and a full-sun to partial-shade location. Pansies, forced bulbs, and other spring treasures may be used. A spray of branches gives them a finishing touch.

Please bring gloves.

Take a Garden walk to view the Garden’s fall containers. Then create a cool-season mixed container with a variety of plants suitable for a full-sun or partial-shade location. Your container may include annuals, perennials, herbs, decorative foliage, cool-season vegetables, ornamental grasses, a decorative vine, and gourds. Please bring gloves.

Summer Containers at the Garden

Winter Containers at the Garden

June 23 Thursday 10 a.m. – noon or 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Annex 1 $59/$74

December 8 Thursday 10 a.m. – noon or 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Annex 1 $59/$74

Enjoy a tour featuring the summer containers at the Garden. Then prepare a warm-season mixed container suitable for a sun or partial shade location. Your container may include annuals, perennials, herbs, and decorative foliage. Please bring gloves.

Explore the winter containers at the Garden and learn ways to extend your own containers into the winter season. Then you will prepare a container with fresh-cut evergreen boughs and berried or brightly colored branches. Please bring gloves and pruners.

HortICulture CertIFICAte oF MerIt ProGrAMS Botany 1 Spring Session March 7 – April 18 7 Mondays and 5 Wednesdays (no class April 13) 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. or 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center Richard D. Hyerczyk, botanist $269/$337 OPC, MGC, PGL 1 & 2 and GDC requirement Why, botanically speaking, is a tomato a fruit? What is the difference between a fern and a moss? Come join us in Botany 1 to learn the answers to these questions and more! In this course we will explore subjects such as plant taxonomy and classification; and the life cycles, distinguishing features, diversity, and identification of major groups of plants.

Building Soils organically March 12 Saturday 9 a.m. – noon Linnaeus Room Lynn Bement, The Organic Garden Coach $59/$74 OPC elective Would you like to create a landscape that is more resistant to insect and disease challenges? Learn how to build up your soil – organically. Whether you are starting from scratch with new construction or working with an older, existing landscape – explore an approach to building soils in a healthy, environmentally friendly and sustainable way!

The School’s CEUs=0.3

Sustainable urban landscapes March 12 Saturday 1 – 4 p.m.

Linnaeus Room John Eskandari, arborist and plant acquisitions, Gethsemane Gardens $59/$74 OPC elective Sustainability is not new, but it is evolving into a movement that will stay with us. We will define what a sustainable garden is, explain how to strive for it, and provide current examples in the Chicago area.

Alternative/supplemental energy choices, rain gardens, eco-friendly hardgoods, and more will be discussed. You will be provided with tangible ideas to use in your own gardening practices to create a space that has less detrimental impact on the environment.

The School’s CEUs=0.3

Design a gorgeous container each season that’s perfect for your patio or porch.

tulip tutorial

Annuals and Biennials

March 22 – May 10 7 Tuesdays (no class April 12) 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Garden Walks (select one section) March 24 – May 5 6 Thursdays (no class April 14) 9 – 11 a.m. or March 26 – May 7 6 Saturdays (no class April 16) 9 – 11 a.m.

Alsdorf Auditorium Mark Zampardo, horticulture educator $229/$287

April 23 Saturday 1 – 4 p.m.

Linnaeus Room Jill Selinger, manager, continuing education, Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden $59/$74

May 17 – July 12 7 Tuesdays (no classes May 24 and June 28) 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Garden Walks (select one section) May 19 – July 7 6 Thursdays (no sessions May 26 and June 30) 9 – 11 a.m. or May 21 – July 9 6 Saturdays (no sessions May 28 and July 2) 9 – 11 a.m.

Alsdorf Auditorium Mark Zampardo, horticulture educator $229/$287

Optional Study CD $20 PGL 1 & 2, GDC, and OPC requirement Study more than 60 deciduous flowering shrubs suitable for the Chicago region. During lectures and Garden walks, the identification, cultural information, aesthetic qualities, and landscape uses of both common and more unusual shrubs will be emphasized.

Gardening techniques: Session C March 26 – April 30 6 Saturdays 7:30 – 10:30 a.m.

Annex 2 Lynette Rodriguez, owner and horticulturist, A Finer Touch $249/$312 PGL 1 & 2, and GDC requirement Students will be introduced to professional gardening through a combination of lecture and hands-on activities. The focus is on acquiring solid gardening skills, learning a variety of techniques, and determining best practices. Topics range from plant selection to the identification and control of weeds and other horticultural practices. Prerequisite: Botany 1

organic lawn Care April 2 Saturday 1 – 4 p.m.

Linnaeus Room Lynn Bement, organic garden coach $59/$74 OPC elective Learn effective cultural practices for maintaining healthy, attractive, and pest-resistant turf grass areas. Reduce pesticide reliance in the care of lawns and learn how to maintain them in an environmentally friendly way. The School’s CEUs=0.3

OPC elective Did you know that there are more than 15 divisions of Tulipa, including more than 3,000 cultivars?

Discover the diversity of this popular mainstay of the spring garden. Learn how to select varieties to enhance any garden style and how to consider the bloom sequence to design more effectively. Cultural requirements are also discussed. The School’s CEUs=0.3

Botany 2 Spring Session April 25 – June 6 6 Mondays and 6 Wednesdays (no class May 30) 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. or 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center Richard D. Hyerczyk, botanist $269/$337 PGL 2 and GDC requirement How do seeds germinate and develop into mature plants? How do plants move water up through their roots to their topmost branches? This course will explore subjects such as the plant cell, anatomy and growth of roots, stems, and leaves, photosynthesis, and the symbiotic association of plant roots with beneficial fungi and bacteria. Prerequisite: Botany 1

Adult Education: Horticulture

Deciduous Flowering Shrubs

Optional Study CD $20 PGL 1 & 2, GDC, and OPC requirement Annuals and biennials have a rich tradition and exciting future. Focus will be on the most popular species along with a selection of cultivars and unusual plants, all of which are well-suited to container and in-ground gardening in the Midwest.

During lectures and Garden walks, learn plant identification and cultural information and see examples of refined plant combinations and intriguing planting styles.

roses for Chicagoland June 18 Saturday 9 a.m. – noon Linnaeus Room Greg Stack, extension educator, University of Illinois $59/$74 OPC Elective

Viburnums May 14 Saturday 9 a.m. – noon Linnaeus Room Mark Zampardo, horticulture educator $59/$74

Find out which roses will offer your garden interest without worry. The class will look at rose culture, insect and disease control, pruning, and a look at some roses that work in the Chicago area. Please dress for the weather. The School’s CEUs=0.3

OPC elective “A garden without viburnums is akin to life without music and art.”—M. Dirr Join Mark Zampardo in a walk and discussion about this terrific genus. Several types of viburnum do well in the Midwest and a few are native to our woodlands.

The School’s CEUs=0.3

For faculty biographies please visit www.chicagobotanic/ school/faculty.

Chicago Botanic Garden members pay the lower of the two fees listed.

Call (847) 835-8261 or visit www.chicagobotanic.org/school to register.

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Invasive ornamentals

Growing Vegetables and Herbs

estimating Planting Costs

June 18 Saturday 1 – 4 p.m.

Linnaeus Room Jennifer Whitaker, environmental educator, manager, plant sales, Chicago Botanic Garden $59/$74

June 21 – July 19 5 Tuesdays 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Fruit & Vegetable Learning Center July 9 & 16 2 Saturdays 9 a.m. – noon Design Studio Maurice Ogutu, Ph.D., extension educator, University of Illinois $179/$224

June 25 Saturday 1 – 4 p.m.

Linnaeus Room Janet Macunovich, garden designer and writer $59/$74

OPC elective Invasive plants, including some ornamental favorites, are threatening the region’s native plants and ecosystems. Understanding the process of invasion is the first step to preventing further spread. In this course, you will learn the characteristics of invasive plant species and their ecological and economic impacts. You will also explore how horticulture contributes to the spread of invasive plants and what we as gardeners can do to prevent their spread. This course includes an introduction to control methods as well as a selection of alternative species and cultivars. We will also take a walk around the Garden to identify local native/alternative plant species.

The School’s CEUs=0.3

For faculty biographies please visit www.chicagobotanic/ school/faculty.

Chicago Botanic Garden members pay the lower of the two fees listed.

Unlock the mysteries of growing the best

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MGC requirement Whether you have a large garden plot or a cozy city lot, you will discover new vegetable and herb varieties and creative ways to integrate them into your landscape.

Learn appropriate growing conditions, average planting times, effective harvesting procedures, as well as common diseases and pests. Please dress for the weather.

Profitable Perennial Garden Maintenance June 25 Saturday 9 a.m. – noon Linnaeus Room Janet Macunovich, garden designer and writer $59/$74 OPC elective Although strong horticultural practice is essential in this business, the difference between companies that don’t last and those that make a go of it is solid business practice. Janet Macunovich has been a professional gardener for more than 20 years. She specializes in perennial garden maintenance and offers advice on tracking costs, estimating, scheduling, and billing for perennial garden care.

The School’s CEUs=0.3

vegetables herbs for Call (847) and 835-8261 oryour visitlandscape. www.chicagobotanic.org/school to register.

OPC elective Here’s an opportunity to take a detailed look at turning a perennial garden plan into a detailed estimate and proposal. Includes figuring costs, building in profit, anticipating roadblocks, and then capturing it all on paper and in a solid contract. The School’s CEUs=0.3

Certificate Programs Information Session

Please register to save your place.

August 3 Wednesday 7 – 8 p.m.

Linnaeus Room Curious about the Certificate Programs? Want to learn how our program can help you fulfill a dream, start a new career, or simply enjoy a new interest? Bring your questions to this FREE session. First-time students attending this session will receive $20 off their first Certificate core course (restrictions apply).

the Chicago region contains a wide range of plants and animals living in different types of natural communities, from woodlands to wetlands, from prairies to savannas.

Spring Bird Walks March 26 Saturday 7:30 – 9 a.m. or April 23 Saturday 7:30 – 9 a.m.

Meet at Visitor Center Alan Anderson, research committee chairman, Chicago Audubon Society $15/$19 each walk Join local bird experts to explore the best spots in the Garden for locating late-winter bird residents and the early migrants of spring. Dress for the weather, and bring binoculars and a field guide if you have them.

raptors in Your Backyard Family Friendly April 7 Thursday 1 – 2:30 p.m.

Burnstein Hall Linda Breuer, director, Barnswallow, A Wild Bird Concern $19/$24, $5 additional child registration Join us for a fascinating firsthand experience with some of nature’s finest creatures. Linda will bring a number of live owls, hawks, and others, plus a surprise “guest.” This is a perfect opportunity to see and learn about these fascinating creatures up close.

One child free with every adult registration, additional child registration is $5.

36 Acres: A Portrait of a restored Woodland April 7 Thursday 7 – 8:30 p.m.

Linnaeus Room Tobin Fraley, photographer $19/$24

observing and Photographing nature

A Walk in the Wildflowers

April 23 – May 14 4 Saturdays 9 a.m. – noon & May 21 Saturday 9 – 10 a.m.

Garden View Room Tobin Fraley, photographer $149/$187

May 1 Sunday 1 – 3 p.m.

Meet at Reed-Turner Woodland Nature Preserve, Long Grove, IL Jane Wittig, steward, Reed-Turner Woodland $19/$24

Photography is as much about seeing and understanding the subject as it is about the technical side of taking the picture. This course will both explore the use of the camera and help you discover the truly wonderful images that wait to be seen and captured in any garden, along any path. One session will be held at the Reed-Turner Woodland Nature Preserve in Long Grove, IL.

new! Wicked Bugs lecture and Book Signing April 23 Saturday 7 – 8:30 p.m.

Alsdorf Auditorium Amy Stewart, award-winning author and speaker $10/$12 This darkly comical look at the sinister side of our relationship with the natural world tracks down more than 100 of our worst entomological foes that infest, infect, and generally wreak havoc on human affairs.

Wit, style, and exacting research uncover the most terrifying and titillating stories of bugs gone wild.

Bring a friend!

Woodland Wildflower Walk April 30 Saturday 9 – 10:30 a.m.

Meet at McDonald Woods Entrance Shelter Jim Steffen, ecologist, Chicago Botanic Garden $15/$19 Take some time from your busy schedule for a walk in the woods. Welcome the delightful diversity of early spring wildflowers on a field trip in the McDonald Woods. Dress for the weather and wear suitable shoes for hiking. Bring along a field guide, if you have one.

Adult Education: Nature Studies

Nature Studies

Enjoy a lovely and informative Sunday afternoon stroll through the Reed-Turner Woodland Nature Preserve. The area is rich in diversity of terrain and habitat, resulting in a superb diversification of wildflowers. Please dress for the weather and feel free to bring a notebook, camera, and/or binoculars. A map will be sent.

Introduction to Bird-Watching May 19 Thursday 6:30 – 9 p.m. & May 21 Saturday 7:30 – 9 a.m.

Annex 2 Jim Steffen, ecologist, Chicago Botanic Garden $59/$74 If you want to become a birder, join this class to learn the basics. On Thursday, you will learn about binoculars, how to use a field guide, and the field marks used to identify common birds of the Chicago area. During the Saturday bird walk, participants will try out their newly acquired skills. Bring binoculars, if you have them, and dress for the weather.

new! early Summer Prairie Walk June 4 Saturday 9 – 10:30 a.m.

Meet at Rice Plant Resource Center Dave Sollenberger, seed conservation specialist and ecologist, Chicago Botanic Garden $15/$19 Enjoy the early-summer beauty and diversity of the Garden’s prairie, where you may encounter gems such as white false indigo, tussock sedge, spiderwort, meadow anemone, and more. Dress for the weather and wear suitable shoes for hiking. Bring along a field guide, if you have one.

Join Tobin Fraley for a presentation and reading from his book, 36 Acres, which chronicles the history and restoration of the Reed-Turner Woodland Nature Preserve, followed by a discussion about the process of creating the book, including the photographic process, writing, and the self-publishing journey.

A book signing will follow the program.

Call (847) 835-8261 or visit www.chicagobotanic.org/school to register.

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With a variety of courses ranging from site analysis and construction to garden art and history, students learn the principles of garden design and how design relates to the environment.

the American Cottage Garden March 19 Saturday 10 a.m. – noon Linnaeus Room Nina Koziol, garden writer $29/$37 The vision that comes to mind when we think of cottage gardens includes exuberant gardens overflowing with old-fashioned flowers. Discover bed and border designs and plant combinations that can help you get the look of an English cottage garden.

Designing the Mixed Bed April 2 Saturday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Fairchild Room Scott C. Scarfone, ASLA, Oasis Design Group, Baltimore, MD $129/$162 The most memorable planting beds are those that provide contrast, variety, textural differences, and color throughout the year. Planting designs that best create this effect are those that intersperse combinations of shrubs with perennials, grasses, bulbs, and ground covers. Lunch is on your own.

PAIntInG Your GArDen WItH PlAntS: Sun AnD SHADe

the American Kitchen Garden

Designing the Sunny Border

May 14 Saturday 1 – 3 p.m.

Fruit & Vegetable Learning Center Nina Koziol, garden writer $29/$37

April 30 Saturday 10 a.m. – noon Linnaeus Room Nina Koziol, garden writer $29/$37

Long relegated to a sunny corner of the backyard, the kitchen garden is taking its rightful spot as a focal point in the home landscape. This class looks at how to create a plot that produces eye-catching, tasty edibles, including heirloom vegetables, salad greens, and herbs for making your own herbal teas.

Register for both sessions at once and save ten percent. The refund policy for the series is on page 62. $52/$65

The well-designed border wears a combination of perennials, annuals, and shrubs that provide three seasons of color and winter interest. This class will discuss how to artfully combine plants with an emphasis on the use of color, texture, and form.

Whether you are a new gardener or have an established border that could use updating, this class is for you.

Designing the Shade Garden

Adult Education: Garden Design

Garden Design

new! Founding Gardeners lecture and Book Signing May 18 Wednesday 4 – 5:30 p.m.

Alsdorf Auditorium Andrea Wulf, design historian and award-winning author from England $19/$24

April 30 Saturday 1 – 3 p.m.

Linnaeus Room Nina Koziol, garden writer $29/$37

For America’s founding fathers, gardening, agriculture, and botany were elemental passions, as deeply ingrained in their characters as their belief in liberty for the nation they were creating. Andrea Wulf reveals this generation’s guiding ideology.

A garden shaded by trees or buildings is often a challenge for the gardener who is faced with low light levels, tree roots, and soil that is often dry. This class provides solutions and ideas for artful plantings that can help you create effective combinations that consider color, texture, and form.

new! Piet oudolf’s Landscapes in Landscapes June 7 Tuesday 1 – 2:30 p.m.

Alsdorf Auditorium Piet Oudolf, award-winning landscape designer and author from The Netherlands $35/$44 Save the date! World-famous landscape designer Piet Oudolf is coming to the Chicago Botanic Garden to speak about his newest book, Landscapes in Landscapes. Register now to reserve your place for this unique opportunity.

For faculty biographies please visit www.chicagobotanic/ school/faculty.

Chicago Botanic Garden members pay the lower of the two fees listed.

Use the Garden’s sunny borders as your inspiration, then take a class and design your own.

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Adult Education: Garden Design

GArDen DeSIGn CertIFICAte oF MerIt ProGrAMS Hardscape Basics March 23 – May 25 (no class April 13) 9 Wednesdays 6:30 – 9 p.m.

Design Studio May 7– 21 3 Saturdays 11 – 3 p.m. (off-site) Shawn Weidner, ASLA, director of design, EcoGardens $269/$337 PGL 2 and GDC requirement Apply knowledge and skills toward a working understanding of hardscape elements as they relate to garden design. Discussions and projects will focus on basic elements of hardscape structures, including paving, landscape lighting, garden walls and structures, and their application to landscapes.

Prerequisites: Graphics, Introduction to Professional Practice, Principles of Garden Design.

Garden Design Studio March 24 – May 5 6 Thursdays (no class April 14) 6:30 – 9 p.m.

March 26 Saturday 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. (off-site) April 23 Saturday 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

May 14 & 21 2 Saturdays 9 a.m. – noon Design Studio Jeff Brown, landscape architect, ASLA, Jacobs / Ryan Associates $269/$337 GDC requirement In this advanced study of garden design theory and methods, students will utilize their skills in design process, design language, graphics, research, and analysis as well as legal and regulatory responsibilities for estimating cost for site design. The coursework develops critical and analytical skills through the interaction between students and instructor-mentors. Prerequisites: Graphics, Introduction to Professional Practice, Principles of Garden Design, Planting Design, Hardscape Basics, and Garden Design Implementation.

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Principles of Garden Design, formerly Discovering and experiencing Design

Modern Garden History

Spring Session April 4 – May 23 8 Mondays 6:30 – 9 p.m.

May 14 & 21 2 Saturdays 1 – 4 p.m.

Linnaeus Room Tony Wasemann, ASLA, senior landscape designer, Scott Byron & Co. $269/$337 PGL 2 and GDC requirement Apply skills and knowledge to gain an in-depth understanding of landscape materials and their application to design principles. Discussions and projects will include the components of three-dimensional spaces and their application to the development of refined concept design plans and construction-level drawings. Prerequisites: Graphics, Introduction to Professional Practice.

May 12 – July 14 10 Thursdays 6:30 – 9 p.m.

Design Studio Barbara Geiger, MALA, landscape historian $269/$337 GDC requirement A continuation of Early Garden History, this course focuses on garden design from the early 1900s to the present. Become familiar with twentieth-century developments and what trends are important to contemporary designers. Explore how postmodern design incorporates the elements and ideas of the gardens studied in Early Garden History, and refine your ability to analyze a designed site.

new! Introduction to Grading and Drainage June 8 – July 27 8 Wednesdays 6:30 – 9 p.m.

July 30 & August 6 2 Saturdays 1 – 4 p.m.

Design Studio Jodi Mariano, RLA, senior associate, Teska Associates, Inc. $269/$337

Gardens that Heal: A Prescription for Wellness May 4 Wednesday 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Alsdorf Auditorium Member fee $119 Nonmember fee $149 or $119 before April 20

PGL 2 and GDC requirement

Healthcare Garden Design Certificate Seminar In a healthcare environment, gardens provide a sense of order, safety, and privacy for those coping with illness. During this seminar, industry leaders will present the latest research demonstrating the benefits of healthcare gardens, while providing an introduction to the tools needed to effectively design, manage, and evaluate such gardens.

Apply knowledge and skills toward a working understanding of basic grading and drainage concepts as they relate to design. Discussions and projects will include basic earth forms and drainage patterns in residential landscapes. Prerequisites: Graphics, Introduction to Professional Practice, Principles of Garden Design.

Students develop in-depth understanding in the Garden Design Certificate of Merit program.

Adult Education: Botanical Arts & Humanities

Botanical Arts and Humanities throughout history, plants and images of plants have been woven into the arts—painting, literature, and photography. Botanical arts courses encompass a wide variety of topics, from photography to calligraphy, botanical illustration to paper making.

In introductory and higher-level courses, students have the opportunity to express their creative flair.

Beginning Watercolor March 1 – April 5 6 Tuesdays 1 – 3:30 p.m.

Design Studio Patsy Welch, artist and educator $189/$237 Watercolor is a delightfully fun medium! In this class, you’ll learn a variety of watercolor techniques, including washes and how to make a range of textures on paper, plus some color theory to get you started.

No prior experience is necessary. A supply list will be sent.

Photographing Signs of Spring March 4 – 25 4 Fridays 9 a.m. – noon Design Studio Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer $79/$99 Spring is a perfect time to reach for your camera.

From new pinecones in the Dwarf Conifer Garden to cygnet trumpeter swans, spring will be here in many forms, just waiting to be photographed. Participants are strongly urged to bring a tripod. A close-focusing lens would be helpful, but is not required. Both film and digital cameras are welcome.

Botanical Art: Drawing and Painting on Black or Colored Paper March 4 – April 8 6 Fridays 1 – 4 p.m.

Design Studio Derek Norman, artist and director, Midwest Center for Botanical Documentation $249/$312 There is a rich tradition in the world of botanical art of painting in gouache on black, and in drawing in colored pencil on colored paper. Students will study and work from botanical specimens in both a detailed and interpretive approach. Both the accomplished artist and the beginner are welcome. A supply list will be sent.

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Fun and Fanciful Botanical Art March 12 – April 30 (no class April 16) 7 Saturdays 9 a.m. – noon Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center Jason Miklik, M.F.A., artist and instructor, North Shore Art League $259/$324 Feeling creative and energized by the Garden?

Beginners and advanced artists can find new ways of expressing garden inspiration. A helpful series of fun exercises will fertilize your creative flow. Use the art medium of your choice: sketching, drawing, painting, pastels, collage, photography, simple printmaking, and more—the sky is the limit!

Garden Art Mosaic Workshop March 14 – April 18 6 Mondays 7 – 9 p.m.

Annex 1 Bonnie Arkin, artist and designer $119/$149 Brighten your garden with an eye-catching mosaic conversation piece. Mosaic the numbers for your address, a one-of-a-kind mailbox, a stepping stone, a funky folk-art masterpiece for the garden—even a bowling ball!

Garden Sculpture Workshop: the rhythms of Stone March 18 – 21 Friday – Monday 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Greenhouse Galleries, Regenstein Center DJ Garrity, sculptor $599/$720 Tap into your creative side as you are guided step-by-step into creating a garden sculpture of a three-dimensional face. Upon completion of the workshop you will have a beautiful abstract or realistic facial sculpture. Students need to bring their own carving tools. A supply list will be sent.

A 35 – 45 lb. piece of limestone will be provided.

Pussy Willow and Pansy Pocket Wreath March 22 Tuesday 10 a.m. – noon Annex 1 Nancy Clifton, program specialist, Chicago Botanic Garden $79/$99 Welcome spring with a wreath! Enhance a grapevine wreath with fresh pussy willow stems, add a pocket, line it with moss, and fill with pansies. Hang it on a door, gate, trellis, or fence to brighten and add color after the long, cold winter. Please bring a wire cutter, pruners, garden gloves, and a box to carry your finished project home. All other materials included.

To register, call (847) 835-8261 or visit www.chicagobotanic.org/school

Flower Arranging with Store-Bought Bouquets April 12 Tuesday 10 a.m. – noon or 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Annex 1 Nancy Clifton, program specialist, Chicago Botanic Garden $49/$62 Make your own professional-style arrangements using economical store-bought bouquets. Using simple design principles and fresh flowers from Europeanstyle displays in your grocery store, you will create beautiful results. Please bring pruners and a small box for your finished arrangement. All other materials are included.

Intermediate Photography Portfolio Workshop April 19 – June 7 8 Tuesdays 9 –11:30 a.m.

Design Studio Jessie Stevens, principal photographer, Simply Jessie Photography $229/$287 The Garden will serve as a natural laboratory as we explore a variety of techniques to develop your own artistic style, advance your skill set, and produce portfolio-quality work. This course is designed for intermediate photographers but welcomes beginners as well. SLR cameras are mandatory; digital is preferable, but film is fine as well. A supply list will be sent.

The Chicago Botanic Garden has a practice carillon in the Regenstein Center, which makes it possible for the Garden to offer instruction in carillon performance. Wylie Crawford, the Garden’s resident carillonneur, will begin teaching in mid-April. For more information, please call (847) 835-8261 or e-mail school@chicagobotanic.org.

Ikebana for Beginners

April 19 – June 7 8 Tuesdays 1 – 3:30 p.m.

Design Studio Jessie Stevens, principal photographer, Simply Jessie Photography $249/$312

April 22 – May 13 4 Fridays 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center Stephanie Baik, floral designer $229/$287

This course is designed for photographers comfortable with aperture and shutter speed necessary to produce portfolio-quality images. The class will explore the art direction, composition, and elements within the art of photography, using both classroom time and time outdoors. Digital SLR camera mandatory. Prior completion of Intermediate Portfolio Workshop strongly encouraged. An exhibition of the students’ best work will be presented at the conclusion of this course.

Calligraphy and Floral Decoration April 20 – May 25 6 Wednesdays 10 a.m. – noon Design Studio Judith Joseph, artist and educator $149/$187 Learn the art of beautiful writing and the flourishes of botanical illustration: it’s a match made in heaven!

Beginners, start with the basics of calligraphy and floral decoration for invitations and cards. More experienced students, polish your skills and complete a project. A supply list will be sent.

egg tempera Painting April 20 – May 25 6 Wednesdays 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Design Studio Judith Joseph, artist and educator $249/$312 Artists as different as Sandro Botticelli and Andrew Wyeth exploited the jewel-like qualities of this detail-loving medium. Paint from flower cuttings as you learn to create your own paint from the yolk of an egg and pure, powdered pigments in the Renaissance fashion. Class fee includes a set of 16 pigments in 2-ounce jars.

A supply list for other materials will be sent.

Plein Air Watercolor in the Greenhouse and Garden April 21 – June 9 8 Thursdays 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Design Studio Michelle Kogan, artist, instructor $299/$374 Working in the Greenhouse, we will create finished compositions. As the weather warms up, we will move outside to the gardens. Both beginners and seasoned artists are welcome. Some prior drawing experience would be helpful. A supply list will be sent.

Discover Ikebana, the Japanese art of floral designing, which brings nature, humanity, and philosophy together, forming a flower arrangement that is living art. Learn about and try your hand at this beautiful design technique and take home your arrangement to enjoy. The flowers are included in the fee. A supply list will be sent.

Jewelry Basics Wirework Workshop April 26 Tuesday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Annex 2 Phyllis Kaplan, artist and designer $99/$124 Take home the skills you have learned along with a sample piece of all techniques covered in class including jump rings, bead cages, love knots, garage door hinges, and much more. With practice, this class will spark the knowledge you need to begin creating beautiful wirework jewelry pieces. A supply list will be sent. Lunch is on your own.

Jewelry Wirework Studio April 28 Thursday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Annex 2 Phyllis Kaplan, artist and designer $99/$124 The studio session is open and relaxed, with your instructor on hand to offer guidance and suggestions as you spend the day creating finished jewelry pieces with techniques learned in the first workshop. You are only limited by your own creativity! A supply list will be sent. Lunch is on your own. Prerequisite: Jewelry Basics Wirework Workshop.

Drawing and Painting with Mark McMahon April 30 – May 21 4 Saturdays 9 a.m. – noon Design Studio Mark McMahon, artist $199/$249

Botanical Art: Sketchbook Studies of the Spring Wildflowers

Adult Education: Botanical Arts & Humanities

Advanced Photography Portfolio Workshop

April 30 – June 11 (no class May 28) 6 Saturdays 1 – 4 p.m.

Design Studio Derek Norman, artist and director, Midwest Center for Botanical Documentation $249/$312 Drawing, sketching, and painting woodland wildflowers are the basis for this field study workshop.

The workshop is designed for beginning, intermediate, and advanced students. A supply list will be sent.

BotAnICAl ArtS CertIFICAte oF MerIt ProGrAMS oil Painting 2 March 14 – April 25 (no class April 11) 6 Mondays 6 – 9 p.m.

Design Studio Diane Rath, artist and teacher $229/$287 ART requirement, expressive track Students will continue to build upon skills and techniques learned in Oil Painting 1. Work from still-life florals, while hands-on instruction and demonstration will be given throughout. Prerequisite: Oil Painting 1 or equivalent.

Botanical Drawing 3: leaves, Stems, and texture March 22 – April 26 6 Tuesdays 6 – 9 p.m.

Design Studio Marlene Hill Donnelly, scientific illustrator, Field Museum $229/$287 ART elective We will explore different approaches to capture beautiful and accurate botanical detail, frequently using the microscope. We will work primarily in pencil and will experiment with different tools to achieve particular textures and effects. Prerequisites: Botanical Drawing 1 and 2 or equivalent.

Don’t miss this limited opportunity to work with nationally and internationally known artist Mark McMahon. He will discuss observation, composition, imaging, and the overall enjoyment of translating one’s ideas onto paper without fear of failure. This class will work on documenting some of the goings-on around the Garden in reportage style. A supply list will be sent.

Call (847) 835-8261 or visit www.chicagobotanic.org/school to register.

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Adult Education: Botanical Arts & Humanities

Going underground: Bulbs and roots

outdoor Sketching

April 8 – 10 Friday, Saturday, Sunday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Design Studio Elaine Searle, botanical artist and instructor $379/$474

June 4 – July 16 (no class July 2) 6 Saturdays 9 a.m. – noon Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center Priscilla Humay, freelance artist, CPSA $229/$287

ART elective This class will take a worm’s-eye view of fragile roots, translucent earthy colors and the wonderful papery texture of bulbs. Elaine Searle, an award-winning botanical artist and instructor joins us from England for this workshop. Starting with a tonal drawing to describe form, students will work toward a finished color study learning specific watercolor techniques such as dry brush. Some drawing and watercolor experience required. A supply list will be sent.

The School’s CEUs=1.8

Composition May 3 – June 7 6 Tuesdays 6 – 9 p.m.

Design Studio Derek Norman, artist and director, Midwest Center for Botanical Documentation $229/$287 ART requirement Students at all levels will learn the components of fine botanical composition in this studio class. Students will explore composition, design, and execution.

Prerequisite: Botanical Drawing 1.

ART requirement Learning how to make quick studies in the field is an important skill. You will gain the experience to create these sketches, complete with notes on field conditions, colors, plant measurements, and textures for a complete workup in the studio. Please dress for the weather.

Botany for Botanical Artists June 16 – July 14 5 Thursdays 6 – 9 p.m.

Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center, Regenstein Center Richard D. Hyerczyk, botanist $179/$224 ART requirement This class is designed with the botanical artist in mind.

The focus will be on the visual aspects of botany rather than the study of internal features and processes.

This class will distill the terminology of botanists into an understandable and useful form. Lectures and demonstrations will explore vascular plant parts including flowers, stems, leaves, and roots.

Fifth Annual Student Botanical Arts exhibition Registration Deadline August 2

Lifestyles Discover the many possibilities offered at the Chicago Botanic Garden for growing and healing your body and spirit.

Meditation in the Garden February 16 – March 9 4 Wednesdays 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.

Linnaeus Room Steve Nakon, director, Whole Journey Northwest Yoga $59/$74 Each week, explore basic meditation techniques and breathing exercises, and experience guided visualization inspired by the setting. Weather permitting, the class will move to one of the Garden’s many outdoor settings. Wear comfortable layers appropriate to the season and bring a blanket, cushion, or camp chair.

YoGA ClASSeS Yoga is an ancient practice that unites body, mind, and spirit. For all sessions, wear comfortable clothing (sweats, shorts, or yoga pants) with socks or bare feet. Yoga mats are required. It is also suggested that you bring a towel with you, as well as a sweatshirt for cool-down. All yoga classes last approximately 75 minutes.

One-time class trial fee: $10.

Gentle Yoga April 4 – June 6 (no class April 11) 9 Mondays 9 a.m. or 5:15 p.m.

Garden View Room Steve Nakon, director, Whole Journey Northwest Yoga $115/$165

Get your paintbrushes ready and your pencils sharpened! Registration is now open for the 2011 Student Botanical Art Exhibition. Students of all levels are welcome, but you must register and submit your entries by August 2 to participate. Please review detailed information on requirements, procedures, and submission due dates prior to registration. www.chicagobotanic.org/school/botart_exhibition

In this course, we will take a gentle, restorative approach to the practice with yoga poses and breathing exercises designed and adapted for a tranquil, relaxing yoga experience. Come and enjoy a sense of peace and balance. On occasion, when weather permits, class will occur outdoors in one of the beautiful areas of the Garden. All are welcome.

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Introductory Yoga April 6 – June 8 (no class April 13) 9 Wednesdays 5:15 or 7 p.m.

Garden View Room Steve Nakon, director, Whole Journey Northwest Yoga $115/$165 Join us as we explore the yoga basics with a course for the newer student focusing on yoga movement and breathing basics. We will investigate how the principles of yoga help support health and well-being.

On occasion, when weather permits, class will occur outdoors in one of the beautiful areas of the Garden.

All are welcome.

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The Garden offers an ideal setting for students in the outdoor sketching class.

tAI CHI ClASSeS

Advanced tai Chi

April 5 – June 12 (no class April 12) 9 Tuesdays 9:15 a.m. or 6 p.m.

Garden View Room Steve Nakon, director, Whole Journey Northwest Yoga $115/$165

tai chi’s fluid movements make the Chicago Botanic Garden an ideal location for classes. People of all ages and physical conditions can learn these movements. tai chi is best practiced in loose clothing and stocking feet or comfortable flat shoes. Dress for the weather as class may be held outside when weather allows.

One-time class trial fee: $10.

March 9 – May 18 (no class April 13) 10 Wednesdays 9:15 – 10:15 a.m.

Burnstein Hall Lynn Baumhardt, instructor $115/$165

The Yoga Flow series combines movement linked to the breath, working the body and engaging the mind.

A moderately challenging course for students with some yoga experience. On occasion, when weather permits, class will occur outdoors in one of the beautiful areas of the Garden.

Yoga Flow Intermediate April 5 – June 12 (no class April 12) 9 Tuesdays 8 a.m.

Garden View Room Or April 7 – June 14 (no class April 14) 9 Thursdays 9 a.m. or 6 p.m.

Garden View Room Steve Nakon, director, Whole Journey Northwest Yoga $115/$165 The Yoga Flow series combines movement linked to the breath, working the body and engaging the mind.

This is a more exhilarating, challenging Flow series for students who have taken Beginner Flow or have comparable experience. On occasion, when weather permits, class will occur outdoors in one of the beautiful areas of the Garden.

Breathe, stretch…experience yoga at the Garden.

Beginning tai Chi March 9 – May 18 (no class April 13) 10 Wednesdays 8 – 9 a.m.

Burnstein Hall Lynn Baumhardt, instructor $115/$165 The course will introduce students to the principles of tai chi. It will include qigong warm-ups and practice of part I of the tai chi form. On occasion, when weather permits, class will occur outdoors in one of the beautiful areas of the Garden.

Intermediate tai Chi March 10 – May 19 (no class April 14) 10 Thursdays 8 – 9 a.m.

Burnstein Hall Lynn Baumhardt, instructor $115/$165 For students with tai chi experience, this course will provide instruction in qigong warm-ups and refinement of part I of the tai chi form. On occasion, when weather permits, class will occur outdoors in one of the beautiful areas of the Garden.

Intermediate II tai Chi March 10 – May 19 (no class April 14) 10 Thursdays 9:15 – 10:15 a.m.

Burnstein Hall Lynn Baumhardt, instructor $115/$165 This course will provide instruction in qigong warm-ups, refinement of part I, and instruction in part II of the tai chi form. On occasion, when weather permits, class will occur outdoors in one of the beautiful areas of the Garden.

Adult Education: Lifestyles

Yoga Flow Beginner

This course will focus on part II of the tai chi form and qigong warm-ups. Part I will be practiced occasionally. When weather permits class will occur outdoors in one of the beautiful areas of the Garden.

FItneSS WAlKS Walking is a great cardiovascular workout for all fitness levels. Maximize the benefits of walking for exercise by learning about proper posture, muscle strengthening, and stretching. the Chicago Botanic Garden’s outdoor environment is a unique alternative to a health club, offering fresh air and a place where beautiful scenery changes weekly.

Classes are conducted in the regenstein Center courtyard during inclement weather. All fitness levels are accommodated. Dress for the weather; wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes.

A water bottle will help keep you refreshed. the incremental multi-session pass allows the walker to choose which sessions to attend during the season.

Esther Gutiérrez-Sloan, certified personal trainer and president, SALSArobics, Inc. April 2 – November 19 Saturdays 8 – 9 a.m.

Meet in Visitor Center # of Sessions Member/nonmember 4 Sessions

$38/$46

8 Sessions

$76/$92

12 Sessions

$114/$138

16 Sessions

$152/$184

Season Pass

$285/$345

Drop-in Rate

$10

For faculty biographies please visit www.chicagobotanic/ school/faculty.

Chicago Botanic Garden members pay the lower of the two fees listed.

Call (847) 835-8261 or visit www.chicagobotanic.org/school to register.

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Adult Education: Registration Information

Gift Certificates Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden Gift Certificates make the perfect gift. Certificates are available in $5, $20, or $50 denominations.

Call (847) 835-8261 and press 1 after the greeting, or mail in your registration form, noting the total amount you need for each recipient. Gift certificates will be mailed to you to give personally to the recipient.

Confirmation notices: E-mail correspondence will be utilized to provide students with the most current information for courses. Confirmation e-mails are sent to each paid registrant when his/her registration is processed. Please print and retain this record as your reciept as well as for entry into the Garden. The School encourages everyone to provide an e-mail address to the registrar. If no e-mail address is available, a confirmation postcard will be sent. If you register less than one week prior to the course start date, you may not receive a confirmation notice. Supply lists, a required text, or directions will be sent under separate cover.

Policies: Preregistration is necessary for all classes and programs. Payment is due at the time of registration with a check or credit card. Purchase orders are not accepted.

Participants are encouraged to register early, as programs with insufficient registration will be canceled three to five business days before the scheduled start date. The Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden retains full discretion to accept or reject any registration. Symposia participants are encouraged to register early and take advantage of early-bird registration fees. If applicable, early-bird deadlines are specified for each symposium. Postmarks will be used to verify date of mail-in registrations.

Children: The Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden provides an educational experience primarily for adults and regretfully cannot accommodate children or minors during most of our programs. However, for some classes (designated Family Friendly), registered, well-supervised children are welcome to come with attending adult registrant.

Inclement Weather: In case of hazardous weather conditions, call (847) 835-8261 no more than two hours before the scheduled course for information on possible postponement, rescheduling, or cancellation. For weekend classes, please call the Information Desk at (847) 835-8208. It is the student’s responsibility to call to learn whether a program is postponed or canceled due to bad weather. The Chicago Botanic Garden does not call students. All symposia will run but may have a later start and ending time.

Cancellation Policy: Courses canceled by the Garden due to low enrollment or hazardous weather conditions are refunded automatically. refund Policy: Refund requests must be submitted to the registrar in writing and postmarked or faxed prior to the program’s start date. The registration fee will be refunded less a ten percent processing charge (minimum $5 per person). A refund is issued in the form of a credit on file (to be used for future programs), a check, or a credit to the credit card used to register. A credit on file is valid for one year from the date issued. Fees are nonrefundable and nontransferable on and after the program’s start date. The Chicago Botanic Garden cannot refund fees requested on or after the start date of a program or for sessions missed due to student illness or other personal situations. Registration fees for courses grouped and priced as a series will be considered one program and subject to all of the above guidelines. A refund request must be received prior to the start date of the series’ first class session and will subsequently cancel your registration in every session of the series. If you choose to reregister for other sessions in the series, the special discount does not apply.

Please send refund requests to the Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden Registrar, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL 60022, or send a fax to (847) 835-6874.

Anti-Discrimination: The Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability in matters of admission or in the educational programs or activities it operates.

Dismissal: The Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden is committed to offering the highest-quality educational experience to all of its students. To ensure that educational experience, the School reserves the right to dismiss any participant.

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Botanical Arts & Humanities Adult Education: Community Gardening

Community Gardening 2011 Workshops in Sustainable Vegetable Production Windy City Harvest trains adults in sustainable horticulture and urban agriculture.

All courses are held on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon in the greenhouse and classroom at Arturo Velasquez Institute, 2800 S. Western Ave. (enter the south parking lot from 31st Street).

All materials and handouts are provided. Courses are taught

by Chicago Botanic Garden and Windy City Harvest staff.

Each workshop is $39. Registration for each class ends a week before the class begins. There is a minimum of five students required to run the program and a maximum of 15 students.

reGIStrAtIon Online: www.chicagobotanic.org/windycityharvest/courses Mail: Send completed registration form to Community Education Programs Registrar Chicago Botanic Garden 1000 Lake Cook Road Glencoe, IL 60022 Fax: Fax completed application to (847) 242-6330

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Students receive hands-on instruction in greenhouse and outdoor growing practices.

Adult Education: Community Gardening

Courses are held on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon in the greenhouse and classroom at Arturo Velasquez Institute, 2800 S. Western Ave.

Seed Starting February 26 Learn different techniques for starting your own vegetable transplants. Learn a sustainable method for starting seeds. Blend your own seed-starting mix and use a soil-block maker.

Season extension Part 1 March 26 Learn how to extend your spring and fall growing seasons with low tunnels and cold frames.

Window Box or Container Gardens April 23 Discover space-saving ways to grow your own vegetables and herbs.

Building Healthy Soil May 21

Participants grow high-value, nutritious produce that is sold at retail outlets.

Learn about composting, early spring cover cropping, and other soil-building techniques. Healthy soil is the key to healthy plants!

organic Pest and Disease Control June 25 Organic pest-control remedies will help you keep those pesky pests in check.

Seed Starting: Cool-Season Crop Planning July 30 Now’s the time! Learn about fall crops to extend the growing season through Thanksgiving. Start your own seeds for your fall garden.

Cover Cropping August 27 Discover the best cover crops to use for the fall and winter months. This is a follow-up to spring’s Building Healthy Soil workshop.

tools for the Small Farm and Harvesting techniques September 24 Learn what small tools are essential for your backyard farm and how to properly use them. Best practices for small-scale post-harvest handling will also be covered.

Low tunnels extend the growing season

Season extension Part 2

Fruit tree Pruning

October 15

November 19

This is the hands-on component of our March workshop. Build a low tunnel on site. Bring in photos to plan specific extension for your site.

A farmer’s work is never done. Now is the time to prune your fruit trees. Learn about proper pruning techniques to maximize fruit production.

Call (847) 835-8261 or visit www.chicagobotanic.org/school to register.

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Youth and Family Programs Early positive experiences in nature or other plant-rich environments can foster a lifelong appreciation of the natural world. That is why, with the support of the Guild of the Chicago Botanic Garden, we are deeply committed to engaging families and children of all ages with a year-round schedule of professionally designed, age-appropriate programs held throughout the Garden.

Birthday parties celebrate nature Looking for a new way to celebrate a child’s birthday this year? Have a fun, nature-themed party at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Members of the Garden at the Garden Plus level can choose one of many engaging themes that have been specially created for children ages 4 and older.

Birthday parties are held at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Every 90-minute party includes hands-on educational activities led by Garden staff. Each partygoer takes home a project they create themselves that matches the party’s theme. Every party also includes a take-home planting activity. Garden-themed goody bags are available by special arrangement with the Garden Shop.

Visit www.chicagobotanic.org/birthdays for more information and to decide which inspiring theme will turn your child’s next birthday party into a fun-filled celebration of nature.

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From mid-May through late October, a birthday party in the Model Railroad Garden treats kids ages 4 and up to a visit to our popular outdoor train exhibition. A trip to the railroad garden can be added to any party theme for $2 per child.

Youth & Family Programs

Family Free Programs PNC Grow Up Great Discovery Backpacks Enliven your family’s Garden visit using tools to identify plants and animals, and then record your discoveries in your own Garden journal. Check out one of our free Grow Up Great Discovery Backpacks, available at the Information Desk in the Visitor Center.

Sponsored by PNC

Story Time Mondays through April 25 10 – 11 a.m.

Young explorers enjoy s’mores around the campfire during Nature Nights.

Fee-based Programs

Nature Nights

Stop by the Lenhardt Library on Monday mornings for nature-themed stories and hands-on activities.

Geared toward children ages 2 to 5 with a caregiver.

Weekend Family Classes

$20 Garden Plus member per child $23 Nonmember per child

Malott Japanese Garden Spring Weekend

$17 Garden Plus member per child $20 Nonmember per child

Saturday, March 19 & Sunday, March 20 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Celebrate spring by writing a seasonal haiku and making a cherry blossom hanging scroll, plus try other hands-on activities. Enjoy suminagashi painting, storytelling, and musical performances, and take a walk in the Japanese Garden.

Malott Japanese Garden Children’s Festival Saturday, May 21 & Sunday, May 22 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Learn about children’s celebrations in Japan during this special weekend of activities. Listen to music, enjoy traditional folktales, see a karate demonstration, and watch a tea ceremony. Kids of all ages can make projects to celebrate Girls’ Day and Boys’ Day—design a kimono paper doll, create a miniature carp kite, construct an origami samurai helmet, and more at family-friendly hands-on stations.

Visit www.chicagobotanic.org/familyprograms/ dropin for more information on all of these programs.

9:30 – 11 a.m. or 1 – 2:30 p.m.

Together, adults and children ages 4 to 10 can explore cool things about how plants connect to science, art, history, and culture. Each Saturday program includes a variety of hands-on activities and projects, as well as opportunities to bring the Garden home.

Beautiful Birds March 5 or 12 Discover where different birds live, learn what they eat, and create different kinds of bird feeders using plants.

Homemade Ice Cream March 19 or 26 Study vanilla beans, make a batch of vanilla ice cream, and pot a mint plant to flavor ice cream.

Critter Crew April 2 or 9 Explore habitats in the Garden and learn how important natural spaces are to our finned, feathered, and furry friends. Build your own animal habitat and examine water samples for signs of life.

Visit www.chicagobotanic.org/familyprograms or call (847) 835-6801 for more information.

Birthday Parties Birthday parties at the Chicago Botanic Garden may be scheduled year-round on Saturday or Sunday mornings. Garden Plus membership is required and parties must be booked at least three weeks in advance. A $300 fee ($400 for Wonderland Express) accommodates up to 15 children and includes free parking for chaperones and guests. The cost for each additional child is $20 up to a maximum of 25 children. Visit www.chicagobotanic.org/birthdays or call (847) 835-6801 for more information.

5 – 7:30 p.m.

Bring a picnic dinner and spend an evening in the Garden! Children ages 4 to 10 and their families will explore different areas of the Garden and enjoy a variety of discovery-based activities. Each Nature Nights also includes a tram ride, a planting project, and s’mores around the campfire.

Woodland Walk May 7 or 21 Giant oak trees, trillium, and deer all call the woods their home. Learn about these and other interesting creatures that inhabit the woods, examine the components of a habitat, and pot up a woodland plant.

Blooms and Birds June 4 or 18 Discover where different birds nest and how they feed, identify a variety of our feathered friends, and plant a flower that will attract them to your garden.

Aquatic Adventure July 2 or 16 Look at the plants and animals that live in the water using scientific tools and make an aquatic garden to take home. You and your child will also explore a real aquatic habitat at the Garden.

Nature’s Music August 6 or 20 Learn how insects and animals use nature’s “music” to communicate, enjoy a private tour of the carillon, create a musical instrument out of natural materials, and take home a plant that will help you make music at home.

Prairie Prowl September 3 or 17 Explore the Dixon Prairie to learn about how prairies grow, and find the plants and animals that call it home.

Visit www.chicagobotanic.org/naturenights or call (847) 835-6801 for more information.

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Youth

Camp CBG: My First Camp

Camp CBG

My First Camp Age 2 meets Tuesday and Thursday mornings.

My First Camp Age 3 meets Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings.

Camp CBG provides exciting and enriching learning experiences for your child, with programs for children ages 2 to 12. The Garden offers weeklong camps with morning, afternoon, and all-day options from June to August. All camps include nature exploration, inquiry-based activities, games, hands-on projects, and planting.

NEW FORMAT!

Weekly Camp CBG syllabus for each camp will be available, listing the day’s activities and including suggestions to help you and your camper share the camp experience.

Visit www.chicagobotanic.org/camp to register and for more information about all of the following camps, including detailed class descriptions, fees, and schedules.

My First Camps offer optional self-guided activities from 11:15 a.m. to noon for you and your child.

The registration fee for My First Camp covers one child-adult pair. An adult caregiver must accompany all children participating in My First Camp.

My First Camp Age 2 My First Camp Age 2 campers must be born on or before June 13, 2009.

Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:45 – 11:15 a.m. $64 Garden Plus member per child $74 Nonmember per child Art & Music June 21 & 23 July 26 & 28 Fantastic Foods June 14 & 16 July 19 & 21 My First Garden June 28 & 30 August 2 & 4 Small Scientists July 12 & 14 August 11 & 13 My First Camp Age 3 My First Camp Age 3 campers must be born on or before June 13, 2008.

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 9:45 – 11:15 a.m. $96 Garden Plus member per child $111 Nonmember per child Art & Music June 20, 22, 24 July 25, 27, 29 Fantastic Foods June 13, 15, 17 July 18, 20, 22 My First Garden June 27, 29, July 1 August 1, 3, 5 Small Scientists July 11, 13, 15 August 8, 10, 12

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Camp CBG Adventurers test the water and explore aquatic ecology at the Garden.

Camp CBG: Green Thumbs

Explorers

Morning Camp: 9:30 a.m. – noon Afternoon Camp: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

Lunch Bunch: noon – 12:30 p.m.

Morning Camp: 9:30 a.m. – noon Afternoon Camp: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

Lunch Bunch: noon – 12:30 p.m.

Morning Camp: 9:30 a.m. – noon Afternoon Camp: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

Lunch Bunch: noon – 12:30 p.m.

$160 Garden Plus member per child $185 Nonmember per child $10 Lunch Bunch per child

$160 Garden Plus member per child $185 Nonmember per child $10 Lunch Bunch per child

$160 Garden Plus member per child $185 Nonmember per child $10 Lunch Bunch per child

These half-day weeklong camps are for children who turn 4 or 5 on or before June 13, 2011.

Campers who sign up for morning and afternoon must also register for Lunch Bunch (please bring a lunch that does not require refrigeration).

These half-day weeklong camps are for children who turn 6 or 7 on or before September 1, 2011.

Campers who sign up for morning and afternoon must also register for Lunch Bunch (please bring a lunch that does not require refrigeration).

Bug Brigade June 27 – July 1: 9:30 a.m. – noon July 18 – 22: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

August 1 – 5: 9:30 a.m. – noon

Art in the Garden June 13 – 17: 9:30 a.m. – noon June 27 – July 1: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

July 25 – 29: 9:30 a.m. – noon August 8 – 12: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

New this summer, we’ve expanded our offerings for Explorers! These half-day weeklong camps are for children who turn 8 or 9 on or before September 1, 2011. Campers who sign up for morning and afternoon must also register for Lunch Bunch (please bring a lunch that does not require refrigeration).

Fun with Physics June 13 – 17: 9:30 a.m. – noon July 11 – 15: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

August 1 – 5: 9:30 a.m. – noon Garden Expedition June 20 – 24: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

July 18 – 22: 9:30 a.m. – noon August 8 – 12: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

Expert Wizardry June 20 – 24: 9:30 a.m. – noon July 11 – 15: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

August 1 – 5: 9:30 a.m. – noon

NEW! Alfresco Art June 27 – July 1: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

July 18 – 22: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

August 1 – 5: 9:30 a.m. – noon Amazing Adaptations June 27 – July 1: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

July 25 – 29: 9:30 a.m. – noon

Explore Your World June 20 – 24: 9:30 a.m. – noon July 18 – 22: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

August 8 – 12: 9:30 a.m. – noon

Botany in the Kitchen June 20 – 24: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

July 18 – 22: 9:30 a.m. – noon August 8 – 12: 9:30 a.m. – noon

Grossology June 20 – 24: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

July 11 – 15: 9:30 a.m. – noon July 25 – 29: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

Camera Craft June 27 – July 1: 9:30 a.m. – noon July 18 – 22: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

August 8 – 12: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

NEW! Incredible Edibles June 13 – 17: 9:30 a.m. – noon July 25 – 29: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

August 8 – 12: 9:30 a.m. – noon

NEW! Dirty Jobs June 13 – 17: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

July 25 – 29: 9:30 a.m. – noon August 8 – 12: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

Mad Scientists June 20 – 24: 9:30 a.m. – noon July 11 – 15: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

July 25 – 29: 9:30 a.m. – noon

Insect Investigation June 27 - July 1: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

July 18 – 22: 9:30 a.m. – noon August 1 – 5: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

Forensic Investigators June 20 – 24: 9:30 a.m. – noon July 11 – 15: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

July 25 – 29: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

Nature Art June 13 – 17: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

June 27 – July 1: 9:30 a.m. – noon July 25 – 29: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

August 8 – 12: 9:30 a.m. – noon

Kinetic Kids June 13 – 17: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

July 11 – 15: 9:30 a.m. – noon August 1 – 5: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

Garden Caching June 13 – 17: 9:30 a.m. – noon June 27 – July 1: 9:30 a.m. – noon August 1 – 5: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

Plant People June 20 – 24: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

July 11 – 15; 12:30 – 3 p.m.

July 25 – 29: 9:30 a.m. – noon

Konnichiwa Japan June 20 – 24: 9:30 a.m. – noon July 11 – 15: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

August 1 – 5: 9:30 a.m. – noon

Sprouting Wizards June 20 – 24: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

July 11 – 15: 9:30 a.m. – noon August 1 – 5: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

Treasure Hunt June 13 – 17: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

June 27 – July 1: 9:30 a.m. – noon July 18 – 22: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

August 1 – 5: 9:30 a.m. – noon

NEW! Nature’s Magical Clock June 20 – 24: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

July 18 – 22: 9:30 a.m. – noon August 1 – 5: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

Super Seedlings June 20 – 24: 9:30 a.m. – noon July 11 – 15: 9:30 a.m. – noon July 25 – 29: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

Wildlife Wanderers June 27 – July 1: 9:30 a.m. – noon July 18 – 22: 9:30 a.m. – noon August 8 – 12: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

Habitat Hunters June 27 – July 1: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

July 18 – 22: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

August 8 – 12: 9:30 a.m. – noon Hidden Treasures June 13 – 17: 9:30 a.m. – noon June 27 – July 1: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

July 18 – 22: 9:30 a.m. – noon August 1 – 5: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

NEW! Salad Science June 13 – 17: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

July 25 – 29: 9:30 a.m. – noon August 8 – 12: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

Youth & Family Programs

Camp CBG: Green Sprouts

Surviving Outdoors June 13 – 17: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

July 11 – 15: 9:30 a.m. – noon August 8 – 12: 9:30 a.m. – noon NEW! Wicked Plants June 13 – 17: 9:30 a.m. – noon July 11 – 15: 9:30 a.m. – noon July 25 – 29: 12:30 – 3 p.m.

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Camp CBG: Adventurers 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. $335 Garden Plus Member per child $380 Nonmember per child These all-day weeklong camps for children who turn 10 to 12 on or before September 1, 2011, include supervised lunch periods. Please bring a lunch that does not require refrigeration.

Art June 13 – 17 July 18 – 22 Chemistry June 20 – 24 July 25 – 29

NEW! Discover Dance© Summer Camp

Campouts

July 25 – 29 9:30 a.m. – noon

Group Campouts For scout or other youth groups of ten or more May 14 (rain date May 20) June 11 (rain date June 17)

at the Garden

$290 Garden Plus member per child $315 Nonmember per child New this summer! Hubbard Street Dance Chicago is offering a summer dance camp at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Students will be introduced to the exciting world of contemporary dance. Working with the professional dancers and teaching artists of HSDC, students will explore how contemporary dance is created and will then use that experience to create a new work! This half-day weeklong workshop is for children ages 5 to 10 and is appropriate for aspiring dancers of all abilities.

Cuisine June 27 – July 1 August 1 – 5

Camp descriptions and schedules may be found at www.chicagobotanic.org/camp.

Ecology July 11 – 15 August 8 – 12

Break Camps

Camp CBG: Leaders in Training

March 28 – April 1 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Campers ages 13 to 15 will help prepare for camps, assist teachers during the day, and learn life skills that benefit future job searches and college preparation in our two-week program.

For an application and further information regarding the LIT program, please contact the Camp Coordinator at (847) 835-6801.

NEW! Yoga Bash at Camp CBG 9:30 a.m. – noon $160 Garden Plus member per child $185 Nonmember per child New this summer! Yoga Bash is offering summer yoga camps at the Chicago Botanic Garden.

Campers will build strength, flexibility, and confidence through practicing yoga. Explore and experience the Garden and nature through yoga in this half-day weeklong camp for children ages 6 to 10. Please bring your own mat or purchase a mat from Yoga Bash on the first day of camp for $10.

Grow the Pose with Yoga June 20 – 24 Sun Salutations with Sunflowers July 11 – 15 Learning the Lotus August 1 – 5 Camp descriptions and schedules may be found at www.chicagobotanic.org/camp.

Spring Break Camp

$225 Garden Plus member per child $290 Nonmember per child Kids can enjoy indoor and outdoor activities while exploring the beginning blooms of the Garden!

Children ages 5 to 8 will discover the wonders of spring at the Garden dissecting bulbs, searching for birds, creating fun garden-inspired art projects, and more using inquiry-based, hands-on activities.

Visit www.chicagobotanic.org/springbreakcamp for more information and to register.

Family Campouts For individual family groups May 28 (rain date June 3) 5 p.m. Saturday – 8:30 a.m. Sunday $40 per child $15 per adult Groups can come pitch a tent in our Outdoor Classroom for a low-stress camping experience with flushing toilets and running water! We’ll play nature games, take an evening hike through the prairie, and cook s’mores. Please plan to spend the night as the Garden is unable to accommodate “under-night” or evening-only participants.

Activities are geared for participants ages 6 and up. Please note the rain dates when registering for campouts. Campout fees will only be refunded if both the original date and the rain date are canceled by the Youth Coordinator.

Visit www.chicagobotanic.org/afterschool/campouts or call (847) 835-6801 for more information.

Scouts Scout Badge Programs $10/student for 90-minute programs (ages 6 – 8) $15/student for two-hour programs (ages 9 – 12) Scouts will participate in a wide range of challenging activities designed to help advancement through scouting levels. Hands-on activities range from seed planting to native habitat walks to insect exploration and more! Workshops can be scheduled Mondays through Fridays after school and on Saturdays between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. (minimum groups of ten, please).

Visit www.chicagobotanic.org/scout or call (847) 835-6801 for more information about these programs.

Scout Seasonal Workshop: Earth Day Celebration Saturday, April 23 10 – 12 a.m. $12 per child Celebrate Earth Day with hands-on activities!

Scouts will discover signs of spring around the Garden on a scavenger hunt, give back to the earth with a project to help improve the Garden, and save resources by reusinsg items to make art inspired by the beautiful gardens.

Visit www.chicagobotanic.org/scout/seasonal or call (847) 835-6801 for more information.

Spring Break campers connect to nature through art.

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Teacher and Student Programs The Garden is a living laboratory, an ideal setting for learning about plants, ecology, conservation, and the natural world. From school field trips to teacher workshops and student internships, educators and students encounter fresh ideas, innovative teaching techniques, and meaningful science content that supports Illinois science learning standards.

Pursuing science, college, and careers Anisha Misra, a 2003 summer intern in the College First program at the Chicago Botanic Garden, is now just two months shy of earning a Master’s degree in pathobiology at the University of Illinois, and is preparing applications to doctoral programs in virology.

Misra credits her experiences in College First for helping her to realize her dream of attending college and becoming a scientist. College First made it possible for her to have a paid eight-week internship, working with Garden scientists, and to visit colleges and their science labs. After graduating from Whitney Young Magnet School, Misra also became an assistant instructor for Science First, a science enrichment program for students in the seventh through ninth grades.

Chicago Public School students who want to apply to the College First or Science First summer programs must submit their applications by April 15 and April 29, respectively. Applications and complete instructions are available at www.chicagobotanic.org/ctl.

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Students in College First find the intensive science-driven program as enjoyable as it is challenging. As one student reflected, “The hands-on activities, field trips, and one-onone attention were strategies that were effective and fun.�

2011 Spring Programs

2011 Summer Programs

Illinois Department of Natural Resources ENTICE Workshop Prairie Garden Workshop

Ecosystem Studies Summer Institute

We invite you to expand your knowledge, enrich your teaching techniques, and enliven your grades preK – 12 classrooms, while earning professional development and graduate credit. Visit www.chicagobotanic.org/ teacherprograms for more detailed program descriptions and to register for classes.

April 30 at the Chicago Botanic Garden Saturday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Unless otherwise indicated, all programs are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

New! Revel with the Researchers: An Evening for Educators

2011 Winter Programs Worms and Wings February 26 at the Chicago Botanic Garden March 5 at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Saturdays $130 ($120 for Educator Members) Grade level: PreK – 12 CPDU credit: 15, Lane credit: 1, graduate credit: 1 Spend a day at the Garden and a day at the Nature Museum exploring ways to incorporate insects and other critters into math, science, reading, and art curriculum. You will learn how to raise worms and butterflies in the classroom.

Nature, Garden, and Art March 12 & 19 at the Chicago Botanic Garden Saturdays $150 ($140 for Educator Members) Grade level: PreK – 12 CPDU credit: 15, Lane credit: 1, graduate credit: 1 Gardening and nature study provide rich opportunities for multidisciplinary teaching and learning. We will model outdoor teaching methods to assist your students in developing a lifelong interest in nature, art, and gardening.

The Chicago Botanic Garden’s Teacher Programs are supported in part by grants from the National Aeronautic and Space Administration, State Farm Companies Foundation, HSBC – North America, The Hearst Foundations, The Brinson Foundation, and the Kemper Educational and Charitable Fund.

June 27 – 29 & September 17 at the Chicago Botanic Garden Monday – Wednesday & Saturday

$10

June 30 & July 1 at Openlands Lakeshore Preserve Thursday & Friday

Grade level: 6 – 12, CPDU credit: 5

$285

Learn how you and your students can improve the wildlife habitat at your school with a native prairie garden. Discover grant opportunities and obtain supplemental materials to help you get started with your own schoolyard prairie habitat.

Grade level: K – 12 CPDU credit: 45, Lane credit: 3, graduate credit: 3

May 11 Wednesday 5 – 7:30 p.m. $25 Grade level: PreK – 12 CPDU credit: 1 per hour Join us for wine and cheese at the new Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant Conservation Science Center featuring cutting-edge research labs, LEED-certified architecture, and a stunning rooftop garden. Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour and participate in our most popular programs at hands-on activity stations.

New! Amazing Adaptations: A Workshop

for Preschool Teachers

May 14 at the Chicago Botanic Garden May 21 at the Lincoln Park Zoo Saturdays $150 ($140 for Educator Members) Grade level: PreK – 2 CPDU credit: 15, Lane credit: 1, graduate credit: 1 Join us for two fun-filled days for anyone who works with preschoolers—including parents. Get inspired to incorporate plant and animal adaptations into your classroom. This class is designed for preK educators but is adaptable for grades preK – 12.

New! Learning on the Farm June 4 at the Chicago Botanic Garden June 11 at the Prairie Crossing Institute Saturdays

Teacher and Student and Youth and Family Programs are generously supported by the Guild of the Chicago Botanic Garden.

(Garden Camp for Teachers III)

$150 ($140 for Educator Members)

The Chicago Botanic Garden and Openlands are excited to offer this weeklong summer institute. Native plants and animals in wetland, woodland, and prairie ecosystems of Illinois are featured in this weeklong institute that will prepare you to teach biodiversity, adaptation, and interdependence in the classroom.

Botany Basics Summer Institute (Garden Camp for Teachers I) July 11 – 13 at the Garfield Park Conservatory Monday – Wednesday July 14 – 15 & October 1 at the Chicago Botanic Garden Thursday – Friday & Saturday $285 Grade level: K –12 CPDU credit: 45, Lane credit: 3, graduate credit: 3 The Garden and Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance join forces to present plant fundamentals and the plant life cycle. Learn how plants function, adapt, and interact with their environment; then incorporate plant-related activities into subjects across the curriculum.

Earth Partnership for Schools: Native Garden Summer Institute July 25 – 29 at the Chicago Botanic Garden Monday – Friday December 10 at Ryerson Woods Saturday $285 Grade level: K – 12 CPDU credit: 45, Lane credit: 3, graduate credit: 3 In this outdoor, hands-on institute, teacher teams of three or more will be trained to facilitate ecological restoration programs and plan a school native plant restoration project. Learn to teach about the rich culture and natural history of the Chicago region.

Grade level: PreK – 12 CPDU credit: 15, Lane credit: 1, graduate credit: 1 This workshop shows you how to teach experiential, hands-on organic gardening and farming. Learn about food production and distribution, and their links to ecology, social studies, literature, math, and art.

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Teacher & Student Programs

New! From Our Noses to Our Toes: Exploring Nature through Our Senses

August 10 at Chicago Botanic Garden Wednesday $75 Grade level: Birth – PreK CPDU credit: 7, Early Intervention credit: 6.5 Join us for a fun-filled day of nature activities for infants and toddlers. Learn techniques for introducing nature to little people through sensory exploration and hands-on learning “stations.” This class is designed for early intervention providers, day care providers, parents, and anyone who works with infants to three-year-olds, and is adaptable for preK educators.

Grunsfeld Children’s Growing Garden Educator Opening The Children’s Learning Campus is expanding with the creation of the Grunsfeld Children’s Growing Garden, which will provide more opportunities for you and your students to learn about gardens and the natural world. Watch for announcements of a special teachers’ opening in late summer 2011.

Other Teacher Programs Custom Workshops Education staff can develop custom workshops to be delivered at your site. Teachers, administrative staff, and parent or neighborhood volunteers can all participate through active learning that models grade-appropriate techniques for integrating plant-based learning into the curriculum. Please call Teacher Programs at (847) 835-6801 for more information about scheduling and pricing for custom workshops.

Green Teacher Network The Chicago Botanic Garden, Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance, and Openlands have teamed up to form the Green Teacher Network (GTN). This collaboration encourages Chicago-area schools to adapt plant-based education activities, and supports teachers’ efforts to build and use school gardens as curricular tools. For more information or to become a member, contact Jaime Zaplatosch at Openlands at (312) 863-6270.

Free Classroom Resource Kits for Loan The Center for Teaching and Learning offers a variety of resource kits of learning materials for educators to use in the classroom. Borrowing a kit requires a $50 deposit, which is refunded upon the return of the complete kit. For kit availability and/or to arrange for kit pickup call (847) 835-6801.

School Field Trips

Enrich your students’ educational experience with a visit to the Garden.

Choose from a variety of programs that feature plant and nature topics appropriate for specific grade levels.

Guided and self-guided options are available. Visit www.chicagobotanic. org/ctl/fieldtrips for complete program information and to schedule your visit.

New drop-off and parking procedures this spring: Parking lot 7 is gone!

School buses will park in lot 6 and students will be guided to the Children’s Learning Campus.

Homeschool Groups We welcome you to register for field trips to the Garden. If your homeschool group includes a range of ages, please review our complete program descriptions online and select a program that best matches your group’s grade level, target Illinois learning standards, and knowledge base.

Guided Programs for Children with Special Needs K – 12 Monday through Friday $120 (includes all materials) Maximum number of children: 15 Bring your students to the Chicago Botanic Garden for a customized therapeutic program in the Buehler Enabling Garden outdoor classroom. These one-hour programs provide a guided, structured experience with nature and are designed for youth with special needs while meeting educational goals. If you find it difficult to travel with your students, please contact us to discuss possible programs delivered in your school.

Call (847) 835-6801 to learn more about horticultural therapy for your students or to schedule a program.

Preschoolers explore nature hands-on and up close during a Garden program.

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Grade Level

Program

All Ages

Self-Guided Visits Green Buildings Guided Walking Tours Budding Botanist New Year Planting Spring Planting Cultural Uses of Plants Edible Science Kitchen Botany Plant Parts Plants and Animals Pondering the Prairie Sansho-En Exploring Japan Soil Exploration Spring Science Sleuths Woodland Wonders A Journey Through Rare Books Ecosystems and Adaptations Photosynthesis Water Quality

PreK

K–6

7 – 12

Winter 1/24-4/1/11

Spring 4/18-6/3/11

Summer 6/6-9/3/10

Watch for new fall classes in the next issue of Keep Growing.

2011 Guided Field Trips

Guided Programs K – 6

Sansho-En

All programs cost $115 per class of 30 students (25 for preK groups) except Spring Science Sleuths, which costs $100 per class. Available dates and times vary with the program.

All programs are offered Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to noon. The maximum number of students is 30, and the required adult-to-child ratio for grades K-2 is 1:5, for grades 3-4 is 1:7, and grades 5 and up is 1:10.

Winter

Guided programs are led by trained facilitators who will engage your students with hands-on activities to learn about plants and habitats found at the Garden.

Field trips include outdoor exploration activities, so please dress for the weather. Visit www.chicagobotanic.org/ctl/fieldtrips for more detailed grade-specific program descriptions, applicable state standards, and to schedule your visit.

Program offerings will change in fall 2011.

Fall 2011

Japanese gardens are designed to be enjoyed year-round. Students will discover how geography, the natural environment, and culture influence the design of Japanese gardens.

Plant Parts Winter Discover plant parts and how they function together as a system. Explore seeds (K-1), flowers (2-4), or plants throughout time (5-6) with hands-on activities incorporating observations with scientific tools.

Kitchen Botany

Science Sleuths Spring $100 Students will be immersed in hands-on adventures relating to plants and their role in the ecosystem.

Discovery stations in diverse Garden areas facilitate an exciting outdoor, garden-based experience with plants and the environment.

Guided Programs PreK

Winter

All preK programs are offered from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and are $115. The maximum number of children per group is 25, and a 1:5 chaperone-to-child ratio is required.

Students will discover the relationship between plants, their parts, and the foods we eat. A Garden exploration will follow to find examples.

Watch for more information about these fall 2011 classes in the next issue of Keep Growing:

Spring Planting

Plants and Animals

March 21 – March 25

Winter

Students explore the prairie, focusing on plant structure, habitat, or ecosystem interactions. Prairie programs take place outdoors in the Dixon Prairie.

Students will become plant explorers as they learn about the roles of plant parts. They will board the Garden’s trolley and journey to the main island to investigate the world of plants. Students will pot a plant to take home.

There is more to life in the Garden than just plants.

During these programs, students will discover some unique relationships between plants and worms (K-1), insects (2-4), or birds (5-6).

Watch for more information about this fall 2011 class in the next issue of Keep Growing:

Budding Botanists Early Fall Students will be engaged in an interactive and hands-on indoor session focusing on the seasons.

Cultural Uses of Plants

Pondering the Prairie

Woodland Wonders Students will observe the interdependence and adaptations of plants and animals in the woodland habitat. Woodland programs take place outdoors in McDonald Woods.

Winter Join us for an in-depth exploration of people and their relationship with plants. Students will delve into the exciting world of the economically important plants that flavor our lives, including their history and botany. Chocolate (K-1), spices (2-4), dyes (5-6).

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Teacher & Student Programs

School Field Trips at a Glance

Teacher & Student Programs

Soil Exploration at the Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant Conservation Science Center What role does soil play in food chains, food webs, and ecosystems? Students will discover soil ecology in this hands-on program, which includes a visit to the Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant Conservation Science Center.

The following programs, described on the previous page, will also be offered next fall: Plant Parts, Kitchen Botany, and Plants and Animals.

Guided Programs 7 – 12 Programs are offered Monday through Friday (unless stated otherwise), 10 a.m. to noon. The maximum number of students is 30. A 1:10 adult-to-student ratio is required.

Ecosystems and Plant Adaptations Winter Discover how plants have adapted to physical and living factors in an ecosystem. Student investigations include learning about the unique abiotic conditions that define many of the biomes of the world, including Illinois.

Green Buildings

School Tram Tours

Spring, Tuesdays and Thursdays

Spring: April 18 – June 3 Summer: June 6 – September 2 $2.50 per person

Visit the Plant Conservation Science Center to learn about the outstanding conservation features of this remarkable building. Grades 7 – 8 will investigate the rain garden and build a model to test what materials are best for water conservation. Grades 9 – 12 will experiment with different building materials to learn about energy and water-saving potential.

Watch for more information about this fall 2011 class in the next issue of Keep Growing:

Water Quality Students will learn about aquatic ecosystems by collecting and testing water samples, identifying organisms that indicate water quality, and conducting a chemical assessment. Please prepare your students to be outside.

The following programs, described on this page, will also be offered next fall: Ecosystems and Plant Adaptations, and Photosynthesis.

Additional Field Trip Experiences Guided Walking Tours

Photosynthesis Winter Students will explore photosynthesis, investigating how and where it takes place, how plants obtain the materials necessary for it to occur, and its products. Programs tie laboratory activities with a Greenhouse tour.

A Journey Through Rare Books Winter Investigate the history of books and botanical illustration. With a group research project as the focus, students will explore the Lenhardt Library’s rare book collection and see books dating back to 1483. This program incorporates plant science, library research skills, exposure to rare books, and Garden exploration.

Spring: April 18 – June 3 Tuesdays and Thursdays 30 minutes $80 classroom (maximum 30 students) 1:7 chaperone-to-student ratio required Explore the Garden with an expert. Tours allow students to explore one garden in more depth. Choose from one of the following: English Walled Garden, Greenhouse (select one), Malott Japanese Garden, or the Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant Conservation Science Center.

Self-Guided Tours Year-round Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $25 per classroom (maximum 30 students); no additional parking fee required Self-guided field trips allow students to explore while you lead them through the Garden. Register in advance and Garden staff will be happy to discuss areas suited for any curricular topic, and distance to gardens.

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Grades PreK, K – 2, or 3 – 6 30 minutes Embark on a delightful journey around the Garden.

Your tram tour guide will show you things you might not notice on your own and invite you to search for clues of natures’ secrets.

Grades 7 – 12 35 minutes Climb aboard for a narrated tram tour around the 2.6-mile perimeter of the Garden. Your tour guide will present highlights and history of this living museum, and share information about our research projects and conservation efforts.

Model Railroad Garden May 7 through October 30 $3 per person Guide your students around our popular model train exhibition, where 7,500 square feet of miniature gardens and unique settings delight students and chaperones alike. For more information, visit www. chicagobotanic.org/railroad.

Wonderland Express Winter $3 per person Visit an enchanting winter wonderland with twinkling lights and a magical indoor train. Model trains travel over bridges, under trestles, past waterfalls, and through more than 80 miniature versions of Chicago landmarks. For more information about Wonderland Express, visit www.chicagobotanic.org/wonderland.

Public School Teachers: Do You Know Students Interested in Science?

Science First

Science First is a summer program that enables approximately 40 students from Chicago Public Schools to spend four weeks every day during the week at the Garden being immersed in a free, nature-based science enrichment program that engages students in a unique hands-on experience. The month-long session includes transportation. Students who are currently in grades 7 through 9 and are enrolled in a Chicago Public School may apply (teachers are encouraged to fill out the recommendation form).

All Science First application materials must be received by April 29, 2011.

Visit www.chicagobotanic.org/sciencefirst for more information.

College First

College First is a dynamic paid eight-week internship program for approximately 20 eligible Chicago Public High School students consisting of career mentorship, field ecology and conservation science, and college prep and assistance. The primary focus is on active engagement in conservation science and ecology. The program includes transportation. Students who are currently sophomores or juniors enrolled in a Chicago Public School may apply (teachers are encouraged to fill out the recommendation form).

All College First application materials must be received by April 15, 2011. Visit www.chicagobotanic. org/collegefirst for more information.

Science First and College First are made possible by the generous support of Discover Financial Services, the Lloyd A. Fry Foundation, the Trillium Foundation, the Sheridan Foundation, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Leo S. Guthman Fund, the Harold M. and Adeline S. Morrison Family Foundation, the W.P. & H.B. White Foundation, and the Bertha Lebus Charitable Trust.

Green Youth Farm

Each year, approximately 60 high-school students ages 15 to 18 work from mid-May through mid-October on three organic farms, earning their summer pay the old-fashioned way. The Green Youth Farm program offers students the opportunity to learn all aspects of organic farming; by the end of the season, participants have learned how to work together as a team, gained valuable job skills, discovered a whole new way to look at the food they eat, and grown their support system.

Students from Waukegan High School, North Chicago Community High School, North Lawndale College Prep, Manley Career Academy, Farragut High School, and Dyett High School in Chicago are eligible to participate in the program. For more information, visit www.chicagobotanic.org/greenyouthfarm.

Green Youth Farm is made possible by After School Matters, Inc., Albers/Kuhn Family Foundation, The Bank of America Charitable Foundation, Inc. Alvin H. Baum Family Fund, Charter One, Arie & Ida Crown Memorial, The Grainger Foundation, Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, Walter S. Mander Foundation, McKenna Foundation, Midwest Foods, JPMorgan Chase Foundation, Harold M. and Adeline S. Morrison Family Foundation, NeighborSpace, North Shore Garden Club, Inc., Polk Family Charitable Fund, SARE-Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education, Sheridan Foundation, Inc., Steans Family Foundation, Urban Outfitters, Inc., and three individuals.

Project BudBurst

Join students and communities from across the country in collecting plant life-cycle data and entering it into our user-friendly database. Details, curriculum materials for grades K – 12, and data from past years are available at www.budburst.org.

Project BudBurst is supported by a grant from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

Cultivating Health and Well-being Horticultural Therapy

Since 1977, the Garden’s Horticultural Therapy Services Program has supported the establishment of horticultural therapy programs at healthcare and human service agencies serving schools, VA hospitals, people with disabilities, and older adults in the Chicago region. The program serves as a primary regional, national, and international resource for information while offering a full range of professional training opportunities. Also available are consulting services in barrier-free greenhouse and enabling garden design, sensory landscaping, and horticultural therapy program planning. Visit www.chicagobotanic. org/therapy for more information.

Horticultural Therapy is supported by an endowment from the Buehler Family Foundation. Additional support is provided by the Albers/Kuhn Family Foundation, Blowitz-Ridgeway Foundation, Grant Healthcare Foundation, Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs, and the Edmond and Alice Opler Foundation as well as endowments established by the estate of Florence Rantz, the Kenilworth Garden Club, and Julien H. Collins and Bertha M. Collins Fund at The Chicago Community Trust.

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Community Outreach

Teacher & Student Programs Cook County Boot Camp participants discover and employ organic vegetable farming methods that may translate into future jobs.

Windy City Harvest offers Positive Change, Future Careers Windy City Harvest

Windy City Harvest trains adults in sustainable horticulture and urban agriculture. Both are dimensions of the urban greening and healthy, affordable, local food movements to which the Chicago Botanic Garden has an institutional commitment.

Certificate Training The cornerstone of Windy City Harvest is a ninemonth college credit certificate in organic vegetable production that enrolls 15 to 20 students annually through the City Colleges of Chicago. Delivered by Garden staff at the Arturo Velasquez Institute, a Daley College campus, Windy City Harvest trains students in best practices for year-round growing and sales of high-value vegetables and offers a paid threemonth internship. Graduates are now working in a range of full-time and seasonal jobs in the local horticulture and urban agriculture industry. Visit www.chicagobotanic.org/windycityharvest for more information.

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Cook County Sheriff’s Boot Camp Windy City Harvest has been active at the Cook County Sheriff’s Boot Camp (CCBC) since 2009 with a garden program on a one-acre farm within its grounds. An alternative-sentencing facility for nonviolent young male offenders, the CCBC offers approximately 70 young inmates the chance to grow, maintain, and learn about organic vegetable production and basic environmental concepts. The vegetables are used in the camp’s mess hall and donated to local food pantries. Following the program’s initial success, the Garden received funding to establish a compost operation on adjacent land, where CCBC food scraps and garden waste create high-quality compost for expanding the farm. Program graduates are now employed at the compost operation and at the Chicago Botanic Garden as landscape crew. Three graduates are enrolled in the 2011 Windy City Harvest certificate training program.

Native Seed Garden This project, another initiative of Windy City Harvest, in collaboration with the Garden’s plant scientists will test whether native seed is a viable production crop for urban farmers. While employing Windy City Harvest students and CCBC graduates, the Native Seed Garden project will grow Midwest prairie species that are becoming increasingly rare due to habitat loss and deterioration. The combined expertise of the Garden’s native seed scientists and Windy City Harvest

educators and trainers offers the possibility of an exciting new angle on “urban farming.” The first site is in Chicago’s Bridgeport neighborhood and was made possible by a collaboration among Commissioner John P. Daley, Alderman James A. Balcer, the Chicago Botanic Garden, Cook County Sheriff’s Boot Camp, and Archeworks, which designed the garden’s layout.

Major support for these activities has been provided by an anonymous donor, Alvin H. Baum Family Fund, Cook County Department of Environmental Control, Arie & Ida Crown Memorial, Leo S. Guthman Fund, The Hoehn Family Charitable Trust, Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, Institute of Museum and Library Services, Polk Bros. Foundation, Sara Lee Foundation, SARE-Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education, Steans Family Foundation, and the United States Department of Agriculture NIFA. Additional support has been provided by NeighborSpace as well as the Stuart and Marcella Bernstein Philanthropic Fund, The Scott & Patrice Brickman Family Foundation,The Pritzker Traubert Foundation, Wedner Family Foundation, Wilson Family Charitable Fund, and 24 individuals who responded to a challenge grant from the George and Amanda Hanley Foundation.

The following foundations and corporations support all community education programs: The Brinson Foundation, HSBC - North America, Kemper Educational and Charitable Fund.

There are four ways to register: call (847) 835-6801, visit www.chicagobotanic.org/ctl, complete this form and fax it to (847) 242-6330, or mail it to Chicago Botanic Garden Registrar, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL 60022.

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This Season in the Garden

This season in the Garden Kris Jarantoski, executive vice president and director For those of you who believe winter is much too long, you will be heartened to know signs of spring begin appearing at the Chicago Botanic Garden by the beginning of March. Because our collection includes plants from around the world, you can enjoy a wide range of flowers blooming from late winter and early spring through late fall.

In a warm year, snowdrops may appear in February. Watch for patches of these bulbs in areas throughout the Garden. Some of the next flowers to brave early spring are fragrant vernal witch hazel in the Landscape Garden, hybrid witch hazel in the Dwarf Conifer Garden and atop the Sensory Garden, and thousands of crocuses covering the lawn on Evening Island.

The peak display of daffodils (especially around the Great Basin) rounds out the end of April.

The Sensory Garden and Circle Garden are favorites of many springtime visitors. Dale Whiting, the horticulturist in charge of both, uses uncommon spring flowers as well as interesting combinations of favorites.

This year you won’t want to miss an expanded blue carpet of reticulated iris in the Sensory Garden woodland walk or his combination of Virginia bluebells and bleeding heart. Later in spring, watch for Dale’s knockout combinations of flowers in Sensory Garden raised beds and his dramatic plantings in the Circle Garden. Dale has been with the Garden for more than 25 years, and in 2008 was chosen by staff as one of the Garden’s Employees of Distinction.

Another highlight of spring is troughs in the Heritage Garden, which are handmade by Garden staff (see how to make your own on our website at www.chicagobotanic.org/trough/). Small bulbs displayed in the troughs are planted in pots that are sunk into the ground in fall and allowed to develop normally. In early to mid-April, bulbs are transplanted into the troughs along with small spring annuals.

Sadly, between the Heritage Garden and the east portico of the Regenstein Center, two Washington hawthorns that have been brightening autumn since 1976—but have been declining for years—will be removed.

Although their persistent fall fruits make Washington hawthorn one of my favorite native plants, their susceptibility to rust disease means we cannot keep them alive without heavy sprayings of fungicide. As a result, they will be replaced by kousa dogwood, which also has showy spring flowers and distinctive fall color and fruits. I know you will enjoy them for years to come.

Besides being beautiful, the Garden is a place where you can learn about plants. Each year we place more than 4,500 new display labels that identify annuals and permanent plants. This year we are expanding our labeling program. I encourange you to write down plant names shown on the labels and use the Garden’s website or library to get more information on those you want to know more about.

At the Chicago Botanic Garden over the next couple months, visitors have the opportunity to enjoy incredibly beautiful but fleeting spring flowers. I hope you visit often so you don’t miss a thing!

Champaign Bubbles Iceland poppies will be back this spring in the English Oak Meadow between the English Walled Garden and the Waterfall Garden. Flowers in shades of red, orange, salmon, and pink are a springtime favorite.

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The Chicago Botanic Garden is one of the treasures of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County.

World Environment Day

saturday, June 4 The future of life on Earth depends on the degree to which humans understand, value, and protect plants and their habitats. The Chicago Botanic Garden dedicates June 4 to sharing this belief.

Come celebrate World Environment Day at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Activities throughout the Garden will show how we can protect the earth through awareness and action. Garden scientists and horticulturists will give tours, talks, and demonstrations. Dr. Nalini Nadkarni, the “queen of canopy research,” will give a special lecture on the vital importance of tree-canopy conservation.

World Environment Day is made possible by the generous support of Baxter International Inc., Illinois Tool Works Inc., Nissan North America, PwC, and Underwriters Laboratories.

Visit chicagobotanic.org/wed for program details.

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