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SUMMARY:Fourth Annual Uptown Garden Walk
DESCRIPTION:Our annual Uptown Garden Walk is returning for its fourth year! Come out for a day of fun and enjoyment as we explore the diverse identity of Uptown through its local gardens! We will enjoy morning yoga\, two guided tours\, and a garden gathering! \nYoga in the Garden\, 8:30 am – 9:30 pm*\nStart your day in one of Uptown’s favorite garden spaces! Yoga in the Garden will be led by Cindy Huston of Yoga Body Elements Studio \n*Please register for Yoga in the Garden through Yoga Body Elements at yogabodyelements.com/events/ \nClimate Action Tour\, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm\nThe Climate Action Tour will be led by Melanie Eckner of the Uptown Coastal Initiative and Susan Ask of Animalia project. \nGarden Gathering\, 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm\nMingle\, enjoy refreshments\, experience mini-workshops\, and meet garden representatives. \nTree Tour\, 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm\nThe Trees of Uptown Tour will be led by Andrew Lueck of Planned Forest Solutions. \nFor more information\, visit ica-usa.org/gw2019 \nThis event is free and open to the public\, but please register if you plan to join us at bit.ly/GW19RSVP \nIf you’d like to get volunteer\, help plan\, or otherwise get involved\, contact Samantha at ssainsbury@ica-usa.org
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/fourth-annual-uptown-garden-walk/
LOCATION:Clarendon Park\, 4501 N Clarendon Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social,Tour,Volunteer Opp.
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ORGANIZER;CN="Institute of Cultural Affairs":MAILTO:ssainsbury@ica-usa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190907T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190907T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20190807T181942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190807T181942Z
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SUMMARY:FEAST: A Festival in Three Courses at Homan Square
DESCRIPTION:An Art\, Food\, and Music Festival where everybody eats! For the 2nd year\, AMFM* hosts Feast: A Festival in Three Courses\, to further their mission to bring awareness to Chicago food deserts through arts and culture. AMFM bring artists\, curators\, and organizations together to continue a conversation about how we as a community can help make food equity and art and culture more just. Join us this season for a food drive event highlighting community food resources\, an art\, music and food festival\, and a harvest dinner. All are welcome to attend. \n*AMFM is a brand for artists and the people. We support emerging and established interdisciplinary artists by offering a platform to showcase their work on a larger scale and to the public through our community engagement\, web content\, and curated events. AMFM is currently based in Chicago.
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/feast-a-festival-in-three-courses-at-homan-square/
LOCATION:Homan Square Park\, 3517 W Arthington\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Chicago Park District":MAILTO:communitygardens@chicagoparkdistrict.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190912T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190912T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20190807T182625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190807T182625Z
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SUMMARY:Through the Roof: An Evening Celebrating our Blooming Agave
DESCRIPTION:The Garfield Conservatory Alliance invites you to this evening celebration half a century in the making! Join in the fun as we celebrate the life of our guest-of-honor\, a Century Plant affectionately known as Maya. After 50 years of preparation\, Maya has shot up 37 feet through the Conservatory roof in a marvelous\, once-in-a-lifetime bloom. Satisfy your curiosity about this unique desert plant and engage your senses with agave-fueled cocktails and spirits from some of the world’s best distilleries paired with delicious food bites from some of Chicago’s best multi-cultural restaurants.
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/through-the-roof-an-evening-celebrating-our-blooming-agave/
LOCATION:Garfield Park Conservatory\, 300 N. Central Park Ave. \, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20190911T120357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190911T120357Z
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SUMMARY:Riverdale Day of Service
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Student Conservation Association\, Midwest Grows Green and the Riverdale Park District in kicking off the fall planting season by planting 25 native trees an a pollinator friendly eco-lawn!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nWHEN: Saturday\, September 14\, 9:00 am to Noon. Registration beginning at 8:30 am\, kick-off at 9:00 am. \nWHERE: Please park along S. Atlantic Ave. between Wentworth Ave and 144th St. Look for the Student Conservation Association work truck and trailer as well as the blue pop up tent! Stop by the tent to register! \nWHAT: Volunteers will plant\, mulch\, and water native trees as well as install an eco-lawn. \nBRING WITH YOU: Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes and bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated. \nPROVIDED: All project supplies (tools\, gloves\, etc.) are provided. Drinking water and coffee will be available throughout the event. \nQUESTIONS: Contact Daiva Gylys at: dgylys@thesca.org \nPlanting will take place rain or shine!
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/riverdale-day-of-service/
LOCATION:Cooper Park\, 14322 S Ivanhoe Drive\, Riverdale\, IL 60827\, 14322 S Ivanhoe Drive\, Riverdale\, IL\, 60827\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opp.
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ORGANIZER;CN="Midwest Grows Green":MAILTO:randerson@ipminstitute.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190916T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190916T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20190430T152913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190430T184334Z
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SUMMARY:Windy City Tree Care
DESCRIPTION:Learn what species work best in your yard\, how to find problems early and how the City can help.
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/windy-city-tree-care/
LOCATION:Sulzer Regional Library\, 4455 N Lincoln Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Montrose Metra Community Gardens":MAILTO:montrosemetragardens@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190917T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
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SUMMARY:CCGA Coordinating Meeting – Tuesday\, September 17\, 6:30pm
DESCRIPTION:The next CCGA Coordinating Meeting is Tuesday September 17\, 2019 at 6:30pm at The Hatchery 135 N. Kedzie. \nWe will meet in one of the community rooms and there is parking at the building and as always try and bring a snack or drink to share if you can! \nNOTE: All CCGA coordinating meeting minutes are available for you to review on the website. Look under the menu tree at ‘Who We Are’ and then ‘CCGA Organization’ and you will see links here for the coordinating committee documents. \nHope to see you there!
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/ccga-coordinating-meeting-tuesday-september-17-630pm/
LOCATION:The Hatchery\, 135 N. Kedzie Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting/Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190920T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20190910T170718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190910T170718Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Climate Strike
DESCRIPTION:Join hundreds of passionate youth activists and concerned citizens at the Youth Climate Strike! Meet up with fellow Sierra Clubbers at our downtown office before the rally. We’ll gather at 11 a.m. to fuel up on coffee and snacks and to make signs\, then plan to head to Grant Park around 11:30. The march will begin at Grant Park at noon and conclude with a rally at Federal Plaza featuring scientists\, politicians\, and youth speakers.
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/youth-climate-strike/
LOCATION:Sierra Club Ofice\, 70 E. Lake Street #1500\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Kyra Woods":MAILTO:kyra.woods@sierraclub.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20190730T181825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190730T181825Z
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SUMMARY:Nourish (comm)Unity: FRESH Bronzeville
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in exploring how communities create access to fresh food? Ride with us Bronzeville Alliance as we visit several neighborhood gardens and hear from young people and elders as we experience a community working to improve its health and wellness! \nThis ride starts at Edmund Burke Elementary School on E 54th St and S Calumet Ave and finishes at Bronzeville Neighborhood Farm at E 42nd St and S Calumet Ave. \nThis FRESH Bronzeville ride is part of CSLN’s Nourish (comm)Unity series\, and is organized by Bronzeville Alliance. \n\n\n 
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/nourish-community-fresh-bronzeville/
LOCATION:Burke Elementary School\, E 54th St and S Calumet Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190922T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190922T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20190911T122117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190911T122658Z
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SUMMARY:Kuumba Tre Ahm Garden Fundraiser - Sunday Sept. 22nd at 1pm
DESCRIPTION:Jazz in the Garden\nThis event is Sunday September 22nd and starts at 1pm. \nKuumba Tre Ahm Jazz Event 2019 flyer
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/kuumba-tre-ahm-garden-fundraiser-sunday-sept-22nd-at-1pm/
LOCATION:Kuumba Tre-Ahm Community Garden.\,  2908 W. Warren Blvd.\, Chicago\, IL 60612\, Chicago\, IL\, 60612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Kuumba Tre-Ahm Community Garden":MAILTO:kuumbatreahm@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190926T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190926T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20190802T163508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190802T163508Z
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SUMMARY:Chicago Sustainability Leaders Network September Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the fall with Chicago Sustainability Leaders Network and GPAC – Garfield Park Advisory Council! \nCSLN meetings are always free and open to the public. Our work depends on participation and collaboration from a diverse cohort of dedicated Chicagoans\, so please come out and share your work and ideas with us! \nWho We Are \nCSLN connects grassroots leaders from communities across Chicago to collaborate\, share resources\, support each other’s work\, build a stronger collective voice\, and nurture equitable and impactful relationships with policy makers. \nOur Vision of Sustainability \nWe envision inclusive and just communities of civically engaged residents working together to address social disparities and promote environmental health\, human well-being\, and community vitality for present and future generations.
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/chicago-sustainability-leaders-network-september-meeting/
LOCATION:Garfield Park Gold Dome\, 100 N Central Park Ave\,\, Chicago\, IL\, 60624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting/Conference,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190928T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190928T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20190911T115913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190911T120134Z
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SUMMARY:CCGA Perennial Distribution at 10am
DESCRIPTION:Thursday September 26th at 4pm is cutoff date for registering.\nSept. 28\, 2019 perennial distribution flyer
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/ccga-perennial-distribution-at-10am/
LOCATION:New Horizons Community Garden\, 401 S. Central Park\, Chicago\, IL\, 60624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plant Distribution/Swap
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191019T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20190730T181740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190730T181740Z
UID:22558-1571493600-1571500800@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:Nourish (comm)Unity: Block Share Party
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the launch of a community-based internet in South Shore! Share stories about how you communicate with your neighbors and social networks and explore the different approaches to communication technology across decades and generations. \nBlock Share Party is part of CSLN’s Nourish (comm)Unity series\, and is organized by Chi Commons Coop\, Windsor Park Lutheran Church\, and Cambium Networks.
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/nourish-community-block-share-party/
LOCATION:Windsor Park Evangelical Lutheran Church\, 2619 E 76th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60649\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191026T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20191022T192443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191022T192443Z
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SUMMARY:Garfield Park Stewardship Day
DESCRIPTION:Stewardship workdays take place weekly and volunteer tasks vary each month but might include trail maintenance\, planting\, pruning\, weeding\, controlling invasive plant species\, seed collection or trash pick-up as well as fun nature-based activities like birding and plant id walks. Participants can volunteer at stewardship workdays as often as they like and tailor their volunteer experience according to their own schedules and interests.
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/garfield-park-stewardship-day/
LOCATION:IL\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Chicago Park District":MAILTO:communitygardens@chicagoparkdistrict.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191027T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191027T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20191022T193040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191022T193040Z
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SUMMARY:Listen. Lead. Share. and FRESH Bronzeville Cooking Demo
DESCRIPTION:We’ll start with a conversation on clean energy in support of the Illinois Clean Jobs Coalition’s Listen. Lead. Share campaign. We’ll focus on two pillars of the Clean Energy Jobs Act (CEJA): 1) Promoting jobs and economic opportunity; and 2) Reducing the equivalent of 1 million gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles from the road. \nImmediately following the conversation\, the Disco Poet and vegan chef Khari B will lead a cooking demo using fresh produce from Bronzeville Neighborhood Farm to tantalize your taste buds!
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/listen-lead-share-and-fresh-bronzeville-cooking-demo/
LOCATION:Bronzeville Neighborhood Farm\, 4148 S Calumet Ave\, Chicago
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute of Cultural Affairs":MAILTO:ssainsbury@ica-usa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191102T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20191027T192240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191027T192240Z
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SUMMARY:Pumpkin Smash - Composting Collection
DESCRIPTION:All area residents are invited to drop off their jack-o-lanterns at this one day only composting collection. We’re also collecting gourds\, corn stalks and straw bales to keep them out of the landfill. Natural materials only please! That means no googly eyes\, yarn\, stickers\, candles\, etc. There is no fee to participate. \nSaturday November 2\, 2019\, 9 am – 12 noon \nChicago High School For Agricultural Sciences \n3857 W. 111th Street\, Chicago IL 60655 \nBack Parking lot. Enter driveway East of the School. \nPlease help us make this event successful by posting a flyer at your business\, gym\, library or house of worship. Thanks and see you there! \nIf you have questions or need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this program\, please contact Sarah at 773-233-2900 or sbatka@illinois.edu. \nto find a Pumpkin Smash in your area\, please visit  SCARCE’s event locator.
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/pumpkin-smash-composting-collection/
LOCATION:Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences\, 3857 W 111th Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60655\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plant Distribution/Swap
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ORGANIZER;CN="University of Illinois Extension - Cook Co":MAILTO:uie-cook@illinois.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20190930T034718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191031T171416Z
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SUMMARY:Handmade Skincare Expo 2.0
DESCRIPTION:“The Farmers Market for Your Skin” \nNatural\, handmade beauty products via local vendors. Body butters\, lotions\, soaps\, cleanses & more! \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1411341805692128/?ti=icl
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/handmade-skincare-expo-2-0/
LOCATION:Lighthouse Youth Center\, 4338 South Prairie Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60615\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191118T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20191115T052807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191115T052807Z
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SUMMARY:CCGA Coordinating Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the monthly coordinating meeting in the Community Room at The Hatchery Chicago. \nFeel free to bring a snack to share! \n  \nCCGA Coordinating Meeting Agenda \nMonday November 18\, 2019 – 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM  \n1.   Welcome & Call to Order \n\n\n\n\n\n\n Volunteers for Time-Keeper/Note-Taker   \n\n\n Agenda review \n\n\n Last meeting minutes review \n\n\n\n\n\n\n2.  2020 Conference Discussion \n\n\nDiscussion of Conference Venue/Date  \n\n\nDiscussion of Conference Theme \n\n\nSponsorship Activities \n\n\nWorkshop Preparation – Education Committee Presentation \n\n\n3.  Membership Discussion \n\n\nWhat Does Individual Membership Look Like? \n\n\nMembership Component of Registration Discussion \n\n\n4. Brief Committee Reports \n\n\nResources \n\n\nFinance \n\n\nMembership \n\n\nCommunications \n\n\n5.  Other Business \n\n\nProposal for Establishing Permanent Meeting Dates \n\n\n6.  Set next meeting date & location \n7. Adjourn
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/ccga-coordinating-meeting-4/
LOCATION:The Hatchery Chicago\, 135 N. Kedzie\, Chicago\, IL\, 60624\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191123T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20191115T053517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191115T053517Z
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SUMMARY:The Healthy Food Hub 10th Anniversary Market Day
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate 10 years of CommUnity determination!  \n  \n 
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/the-healthy-food-hub-10th-anniversary-market-day/
LOCATION:Garfield Park Gold Dome\, 100 N Central Park Ave\,\, Chicago\, IL\, 60624\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191123T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20191116T003632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191116T003912Z
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SUMMARY:Friends of Wicker Park 2019 Fountain Decorating Social
DESCRIPTION:The Wicker Park Garden Club and Advisory Council Invite you to:\n \n2019 FOUNTAIN DECORATING SOCIAL\n\nCREATE a Great Light Display for the Community \n– Meet People – Bring Food to Share!\n\nSaturday November 23 from 10am – 4:30pm\nWicker Park – 1425 N. Damen\, Chicago\, IL 60622\n \nPLEASE SIGN UP: Click HERE\nThe link describes the things to do: Bring Food – Move Trees to Park from Big Star\, Cut up trees\, Decorate Urns
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/friends-of-wicker-park-2019-fountain-decorating-social/
LOCATION:Wicker Park Gardens\, 1425 N. Damen\, Chicago\, IL\, 60622\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Wicker Park Garden Club":MAILTO:Doug.Wood@WickerPark.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20191115T055110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191115T055229Z
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SUMMARY:Garfield Park Conservatory Holiday Flower Show: Invisible Forces
DESCRIPTION:For over 110 years the Conservatory has been celebrating the holiday season with a colorful and inspired display of plants and flowers. This year’s show will feature white birch wind chimes\, burgundy poinsettias\, and deep green conifer trees. Explore the Show House to learn about the Invisible Forces that impact the lives of plants. \nShow will run from Friday\, November 29 through Sunday\, January 5\, 2020.  Plan a visit this season to explore\, connect and enjoy the wonder of the Conservatory!
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/garfield-park-conservatory-holiday-flower-show-invisible-forces/
LOCATION:Garfield Park Conservatory\, 300 N. Central Park Ave. \, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20191115T054714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191115T054714Z
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SUMMARY:Kilbourn Organic Garden DIY Soap & Salve Demo
DESCRIPTION:Do you need git ideas for the holidays? What about making your own natural products? During this make & take you will learn the art of soap and herbal salve making. Nina Lawrin of Loveren Collections will teach the salve portion of the demo. She will talk about the medicinal and energetic properties of the plants used in the salve as well as easy tips to making more items at home. Each participant will take home a salve and a soap for the holidays! To register\, use the link below.
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/kilbourn-organic-garden-diy-soap-salve-demo/
LOCATION:Kilbourn Park Field House\, 3501 N. Kilbourn\, Chicago\, IL\, 60641\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191212T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20191203T023442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191203T023442Z
UID:22904-1576173600-1576180800@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:CCGA Coordinating Meeting\, Thursday December 12\, 6pm at CCGT
DESCRIPTION:Our next CCGA coordinating meeting is Thursday\, December 12 at 6pm at the Chicago Center for Green Technology CCGT (445 N. Sacramento Blvd.). We will meet on the 2nd floor meeting room and there is parking behind the building and as always try and bring a snack or drink to share if you can. \nThe main focus of the meeting is on planning for our 8th annual conference. Please submit any additional items you would like to see on the agenda to communications@chicagocommunitygardens.org \nThanks very much and hope to see you there.
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/ccga-coordinating-meeting-thursday-december-12-6pm-at-ccgt/
LOCATION:Chicago Center for Green Technology (CCGT)\, 445 N Sacramento\, Chicago\, IL\, 60612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting/Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20191115T052021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191115T052137Z
UID:22807-1576317600-1576332000@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:Garfield Park Neighborhood Holiday Market
DESCRIPTION:We are moving the Market back indoors\, beginning with a Holiday Market on Saturday\, December 14 from 10 am – 2 pm! Shop from West Side businesses and artisans and purchase treats from members of The Hatchery Chicago. This market will also include activities for the whole family. We are accepting vendor applications through November 22!
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/garfield-park-neighborhood-market-holiday-market/
LOCATION:The Hatchery Chicago\, 135 N. Kedzie\, Chicago\, IL\, 60624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmers Market
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191231T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191231T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20191230T010300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191230T010300Z
UID:22959-1577797200-1577808000@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:KWANZAA CELEBRATING “KUUMBA” CREATIVITY  (THE 6TH PRINCIPLE)
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join  The Garfield Park Advisory Council\, celebrating Kawanza. \nCELEBRATING “KUUMBA” CREATIVITY \n(THE 6TH PRINCIPLE) \nSpecial dedication: Najwa I\, Artistic Director Emeritus Najwa Dance Corps\,\nBolozi Wazee Council of Elders\, the History Makers\, renowned dancer and choreographer \nArt Market   Light Refreshments  Entertainment \n 
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/kwanzaa-celebrating-kuumba-creativity-the-6th-principle/
LOCATION:The Gold Dome\, 100 N Central Park Avenue\, 100 N Central Park Avenue\, Chicago\, 60612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200110T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20200106T175120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200106T175120Z
UID:22975-1578664800-1578675600@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:Aquaponics with Plant Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Join Plant Chicago in this workshop introducing aquaponics (raising fish plus growing plants in water). Delve deeper into the science behind aquaponics and learn more about the aquaponic nitrogen cycle! Participants will be challenged to build their own aquaponic system (not for taking home) using predetermined materials. \nSpace is limited and first come\, first serve. \nLearn more: https://chipublib.bibliocommons.com/events/5d76612bd4ffc12400c5798a?s=cdn&utm_medium=cdn
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/aquaponics-with-plant-chicago/
CATEGORIES:Workshop/Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="Plant Chicago":MAILTO:info@plantchicago.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200114T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200114T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20191219T194337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191219T194337Z
UID:22928-1579023000-1579030200@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:Grow Your Own Microgreens and Baby Greens Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Local Foods & Small Farms Educator Zack Grant for an in-depth workshop on curing the winter blues with indoor greens production. You will learn how to grow nutrient packed microgreens safely indoors. You’ll leave with a seeded 1010 tray and seeds to start your next planting.  In addition\, there will be discussion on how microgreens can scale up into a small business enterprise. \nU of I Extension South Cook County Office \n4747 Lincoln Mall Drive\, #601 \nMatteson IL 60443 \nCost $15 \nPlease register early at go.illinois.edu/microgreens as capactity is limited and registration closes January 12. There is no on-site registration. \nIf you require any special acommodations to participate in this workshop\, please contact Sarah Batka at 773-233-2900 or sbatka@illinois.edu.
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/grow-your-own-microgreens-and-baby-greens-workshop/
LOCATION:U of I Extension Chicago office\, 8753 S Greenwood #100\, Chicago\, IL\, 60619\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop/Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="University of Illinois Extension - Cook Co":MAILTO:uie-cook@illinois.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200118T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200119T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20200106T182039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200106T182039Z
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SUMMARY:KAMII's Food Justice & Sustainability Weekend - January 19 & 19
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the 11th Annual KAMII MLK Food Justice & Sustainability Weekend\, “Climate Change & A Chicago Public Food Forest” January 18 and 19\, 2020. The event starts Saturday at 4:00p with a community design workshop. A group of experts\, with input from the audience\, will transform a 470 acre former industrial site into a public food forest. A reception follows. Then on Sunday\, from 10a – 3p\, choose from 16 different workshops led by urban farmers\, soil scientists and social justice advocates. There’s a complimentary lunch at noon on Sunday. The entire weekend is free of charge and open to the public. For more details and to register please visit www.kamii.org/mlk
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/kamii_food_justice_sustainability_weekend/
LOCATION:KAM Isaiah Israel\, 1100 E. Hyde Park Boulevard\, Chicago\, 60615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting/Conference,Workshop/Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="KAM Isaiah Israel":MAILTO:kamii@kamii.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200121T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20191219T192000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191219T192000Z
UID:22937-1579629600-1579636800@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:January CCGA Coordinating Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our monthly coordinating meeting. Representatives from all the working groups come together to coordinate our actions. Meeting locations switch between The Hatchery & the Chicago Center for Green Technology. All community gardeners and supporters are invited to attend. \nCheck the CCGA website for location details and as agendas become available. \nNOTE: All CCGA coordinating meeting minutes are available for you to review on the website. Look under the menu tree at ‘Who We Are’ and then ‘CCGA Organization’ and you will see links here for the coordinating committee documents by year. \nChicago Center for Green Technology (CCGT)\n445 N. Sacramento Blvd. \nThe Hatchery\n135 N. Kedzie.
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/january-ccga-coordinating-meeting/
LOCATION:The Hatchery\, 135 N. Kedzie Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting/Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200126T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200126T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20200106T180757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200106T180757Z
UID:22981-1580029200-1580047200@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Beekeeping Class at Garfield Park Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Want to start your own hive or join a crew of volunteer beekeepers? Or just curious about bees and beekeeping? Spend the day with the Head Beekeeper at Garfield Park Conservatory\, Marcin Matelski\, to learn the basics: beekeeping equipment\, hive design and construction\, bee biology and behavior. This comprehensive class is a pre-requisite for joining our volunteer beekeeping program.
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/gpc_beekeeping_class_1_26_2020/
LOCATION:Garfield Park Conservatory\, 300 N. Central Park Ave. \, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop/Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200208T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T132739
CREATED:20200107T165243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200107T171748Z
UID:22991-1581157800-1581174000@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:Crop Planning with Windy City Harvest
DESCRIPTION:This workshop covers site analysis\, vegetable garden plan components\, space-saving techniques\, cool and warm season crops\, crop and variety selection\, three-season and succession planning. There will be crop plan examples and at emplate for you to start your own crop plan. Bring a drawing of your farm site with dimensions.
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/crop_planning_workshop/
LOCATION:Farm on Ogden\, 3555 Ogden Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60623\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop/Lecture
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