Jun 1st
9am–12pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
The Chicago Botanic Garden is a world-renowned living museum and conservation science center that offers multiple unique nature courses spread throughout 26 gardens and four natural areas on 385 acres.
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Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Embark on a transformative journey of healing and connection through the restorative power of nature. Discover effective nature-based strategies to integrate into your self-care routine, guided by insights from current grief theory and immersive experiences in the natural world. Join a supportive community where sharing personal stories of loss and healing is facilitated, fostering understanding and resilience amidst life's seasons of grief.
Jun 1st
9am–12pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Embark on an adventure to uncover the secrets of the elusive morel mushroom in this immersive course. Learn the early indicators, habitat clues, and precise timing to successfully locate the treasure trove of this cherished spring fungi.
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Learn the secrets of successfully hunting the prized Morel mushroom in this immersive course at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Unlock the early indicators, habitat knowledge, and perfect timing needed to uncover a bountiful supply of this cherished spring fungi. Join us for an unforgettable journey into the world of Morels.
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Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
At Hands-on Cooking: April Showers class at Chicago Botanic Garden, you'll learn how to create delicious dishes like a leek and smoked salmon tart, frisée, and watercress salad with edible flowers, and a Sicilian pistachio and chocolate ricotta cake. Don't miss out on this chance to elevate your cooking skills and make your celebration truly memorable.
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Discover the incredible power of laughter in this interactive workshop designed to boost your overall well-being and happiness. Join us for a fun-filled session that combines simulated laughter exercises with breathing techniques, all backed by medical research. Suitable for all fitness levels.
Apr 20th
1–2pm CDT
May 18th
1–2pm CDT
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Unleash your creativity and master new techniques in crafting spectacular pieces of jewelry from vintage treasures at the esteemed Chicago Botanic Garden.
May 14th
12–2pm CDT
Meets 8 Times
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Unlock the artistry of tropical bonsai cultivation in our beginner workshop. Delve into essential care techniques and hands-on styling methods to craft your own stunning bonsai tree. With expert guidance and all materials provided, embark on a journey of creativity and horticultural mastery.
May 15th
5–8pm CDT
Meets 3 Times
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Discover the art of creating vibrant and thriving summer containers designed for both sunlit and shaded spaces. Immerse yourself in a guided tour of stunning garden displays before harnessing your own creativity to assemble a warm-season mixed container. Unleash your green thumb and craft a beautiful masterpiece of annuals, perennials, herbs, and decorative foliage. Don't forget to bring gloves!
Jun 11th
10–11:30am CDT
Jun 11th
1–2:30pm CDT
Jun 11th
6–7:30pm CDT
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Unleash the full potential of your photographs by delving into the fascinating realm of shadows, textures, and contrasts. Discover the art of capturing the essence of nature in black and white, and learn how to master tonality and depth of field. Join us on this captivating journey of visual storytelling.
Jun 22nd
8–11am CDT
Meets 5 Times
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Chicago, IL
Refine your landscape photography skills through the art of composition, mastering elements like pattern, symmetry, and depth of field. Each week, delve deep into one composition element to acquire techniques for enhancing your photographic vision. Elevate your craft with newfound skills that promise to elevate the impact of your landscape captures.
Jun 24th
9am–12pm CDT
Meets 5 Times
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
With the Demo Cooking class at the Chicago Botanic Garden, you will learn to create delicious and effortless spring suppers, featuring vegetarian green shakshuka, chicken alfredo pasta, and salmon with swiss chard and radishes. Perfect for busy weeknights, these meals will impress your family and friends with their simplicity and flavor.
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Chicago, IL
Unleash your creativity and capture the beauty of nature as you explore the art of garden photography at a stunning 385-acre location. Learn expert techniques and tips while discovering hidden gems that will transform your garden photography into captivating works of art. Join us for an immersive experience that will inspire and elevate your photography skills.
Apr 27th
8–11am CDT
Meets 2 Times
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Join us on an evening bird walk through the display gardens as we search for songbirds, waterfowl, and raptors. No prior bird-watching experience is required, and binoculars are recommended but not necessary!
Apr 30th
5:30–7pm CDT
May 15th
6–7:30pm CDT
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Indulge in the flavors of India with a tantalizing demonstration of street food delights. Discover the secrets behind crafting crispy tikki and versatile pakoras, bursting with authentic spices and fresh vegetables. Elevate your culinary experience with aromatic chai tea infused with green cardamom, completing this savory journey through Indian cuisine.
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Chicago, IL
Delve deeper into plant health with an immersive exploration of pests, diseases, and management strategies. Enhance your knowledge through in-depth Garden walks, focusing on pest identification, monitoring, and effective control methods. Build upon prerequisite foundations in botany as you design comprehensive plant health care programs, equipped with essential skills in site assessment, soil testing, fertilization, and pesticide understanding.
Jul 15th
6–8pm CDT
Meets 12 Times
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Delve into the diverse realm of ground covers and vines, discovering their ornamental qualities and cultural characteristics. Expand your botanical knowledge as you explore nearly 60 species, from common English ivy to lesser-known cultivars like clematis and coral-bells. Learn essential identification techniques and cultivation practices to enhance your garden with these versatile climbers and spreaders.
Jul 16th
6:30–8:30pm CDT
Meets 13 Times
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road Glencoe, Chicago, IL
Discover the vast variety of conifer cultivars and uncover their unique traits. Gain expertise in selecting the ideal tree for your design projects or home gardens. Immerse yourself in the beauty of conifers during a guided garden walk.
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature as you embark on a captivating journey through the changing landscapes of the Chicago Botanic Garden. Discover the hidden stories and secrets of the unique trees that grace each section of the Garden in this enlightening morning walk.
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road Glencoe, Chicago, IL
Learn the secrets to multiplying your garden's beauty with expert tips on dividing perennials. Join us at the renowned Chicago Botanic Garden for a hands-on workshop that will teach you how to spread the wealth of your perennials throughout your garden. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your gardening skills and create a stunning landscape.
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Immerse yourself in the vibrant hues of summer landscapes. Explore the art of composition and color through various mediums, from gouache to oil. Elevate your painting skills and capture the essence of nature's palette with expert guidance.
Jun 3rd
10am–1pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
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