Northtown Garden Society
Chicago, Illinois
Spring Is Here!
May
Thursday, May 3, 2018 at 7:00 PM; Warren Park Field House, 6601 N. Western Ave, Chicago, IL
Proven Winners
Did you ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes in the flowering annuals, perennials and shrubs business? Our guest speaker will be Sandy Wentworth, a representative from Proven Winners, providing more beautiful gardens through education and service to gardeners everywhere. She will tell us about the latest trends in garden plants as well as proven winners!!
"from our inception in 1992, Proven Winners has made this same commitment to sustainable production practices in every one of our facilities in order to provide plants that are not only better for gardeners, but that are ultimately better for the environment too."
There will be a $5.00 fee for non-NGS members. Refreshments will be served.
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Saturday, May 19, 2018, 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM at Warren Park, 6601 N. Western Ave, Chicago, IL
Fundraising Plant Sale
We will be selling donated plants and shrubs for your garden as well as used garden tools and garden decor. Proceeds from this sale benefit our community service projects which include sponsoring children for the Warren Park Summer Camp, supporting area school gardens and the West Ridge Nature Preserve.
June
Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 9:45 AM. Meet at Warren Park Field House, 6601 N Western Ave. for car-pooling. Leaving Warren Park at 10:00 AM.
Field Trip to Prospect Heights Slough and Picnic
NGS members will have a guided tour of the Prospect Heights Slough conducted by Commissioner Agnes Wojnarski . We will walk the wetlands so come prepared.
NGS will provide a picnic lunch.
RSVP to Eva, evamannaberg@yahoo.com, so that we can have an accurate count for lunch and who needs to participate in the car pool.
Community Outreach
Day Camp
Our Community Outreach Program for 2017 granted scholarships to 4 children to attend Warren Park Day camp. See Community Service section for photos and more information.
NGS News
NGS Volunteers Honored
1/18/2018
The NGS members who gave of their time in 2017 were honored at a dinner in January. Without their help we would not be able to care for our gardens in the parks, offer educational programs or host fund-raisers. Their work is greatly appreciated. Eva Mannaberg received a house plant to honor her service as NGS Board Chairman.
Gardening
Coming Events
is about enjoying the smell of things growing in the soil, getting dirty without feeling guilty and generally taking the time to soak up a little peace and serenity.
~ Lindley Karstens