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SUMMARY:Grant Writing 101 - Zoom
DESCRIPTION:University of IL Extension  Cook County and Chicago Food Policy Action Council are co-hosting two programs on grant writing. While these programs are geared specifically to prepare applicants for the Good Food Purchasing Initative Community Fund\, all are welcome to attend.  \nYou may register for one or both programs:  \n\n\nJune 8\, 2026 from 12 – 1 pm for in person Grant Writing 101 presentation \nin person at U of I Extension Cook Co. office\, 8753 S. Greenwood Ave\, #100\, Chicago\, IL 60619\nAttendees are welcome to stay for Open Office Hours on June 8\, until 4 pm\, to work on their applications with feedback from Educator Kathryn Pereira and Urban Ag Outreach Associate Jesse Shaffer \nJune 22\, 2026 from 12 – 1 pm a virtual Grant Writing 101\n\n\nIf you have any questions about the grant writing programs\, or need reasonable accommodation to participate\, please contact Sarah Batka at 217-300-8636 or sbatka@illinois.edu. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your needs. \nFor questions specific to the GFPI Community Fund\, please contact Kaitlyn Poindexter  at kaitlyn@chicagofoodpolicy.com .
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/grant-writing-101-zoom/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Illinois Extension - Cook Co":MAILTO:uie-cook@illinois.edu
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SUMMARY:Tools and Tech Field Day - Matteson
DESCRIPTION:Tools and Tech for Tight Spaces\nExtension staff will demonstrate research results and experiences with irrigation and fertigation systems\, and also showcase other tools used at the SoSuCo Farm. Proud to have Ben Jaffe of Earthlore Farm and Northern IL Young Farmers joining us to share about their organization and favorite equipment. Attendees will be able to try some tools in ‘real-life’ conditions.  \nField Days 2026-1
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/tools-and-tech-field-day-matteson/
LOCATION:SoSuCo South Suburban Cook Co. Demonstration and Research Farm\, at Prairie State College MAC 4821 Southwick Drive\,\, Matteson\, IL\, 60443\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Illinois Extension - Cook Co":MAILTO:uie-cook@illinois.edu
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SUMMARY:Art in the Garden (Walk) - Pullman
DESCRIPTION:The Historic Pullman Garden Club presents Art in the Garden\, Sat. June 27\, 2026\, from 10 am to 4 pm. This year’s Garden Walk showcases art in our personal and public landscapes. \nArtists from Urban Sketchers Chicago will work en plein air throughout the tour in our public gardens. In addition\, the work of Pullman artists participating in the Art Institute of Chicago’s Project Windows will be exhibited in one of the public gardens. In this program\, the AIC invites groups throughout the city to interpret pieces in their summer exhibit\, currently abstract expressionism\, and show them from June 14-Aug. 31. \nThe Walk also features a boutique and plant sale to support the public gardens the Club tends. \nConcurrent to the Walk\, free walking tours will be given by our partners\, the\nIllinois Dept. of National Resources at 10:15 am and 1:15 pm\, and the\nHistoric Pullman Empowerment Organization at 11 am and 2 pm. \nTickets are $12 in advance (hpgc.org) / $15 at the door (11141 S Cottage Grove\, Chicago). For more information\, contact historicpullmangardens@gmail.com. The event is co-sponsored by Friends of Pullman National Historical Park. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/4438746983004798
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/art-in-the-garden-walk-pullman/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Pullman Garden Club":MAILTO:historicpullmangardens@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Peace & Healing Festival  - Austin
DESCRIPTION:Bethel New Life Peace & Healing Festival\nThursday\, July 2\, 2026\, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.\,\nat Bethel New Life’s Mildred Wiley Wellness Campus\, 1140 North Lamon Ave.\, Chicago\, IL 60651. \nThe Peace & Healing Festival is a community-centered celebration designed to promote wellness\, connection\, healing\, and healthy living for individuals and families across our neighborhoods. This full-day event will bring together residents\, organizations\, health professionals\, community leaders\, and local partners for a meaningful day of engagement and support. \nThe festival will feature activities and resources focused on: \n\nWellness Activities\nHealth Screenings\nVendor Marketplace\nLive Music & Entertainment\nCommunity Organizations & Resources\n\nThis event is designed to create opportunities for community members to connect\, learn\, heal\, and access valuable resources that support physical\, mental\, emotional\, and social well-being. \nGuests will have the opportunity to: \n\nparticipate in wellness and fitness activities\,\nreceive health screenings and information\,\nconnect with local organizations and service providers\,\nsupport community vendors\,\nenjoy live music and entertainment\,\nand engage with neighbors and partners committed to building healthier\, stronger communities.\n\nBecause of your work and commitment to community health\, wellness\, and empowerment\, I wanted to make sure you received a personal invitation. Please save the date and stay tuned for additional event details and registration information\, which will be shared soon.
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/peace-healing-festival-austin/
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SUMMARY:Edgewater Glen Association Garden Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the creativity of our local gardeners in this compact\, easily walkable far north side city neighborhood which has been holding this event since 1973. Plenty of free street parking available. Held rain or shine. \nStarting point and maps at 1354 W. Norwood (6000N)\, Chicago  \nwww.edgewaterglen.org/gardenwalk \n 
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/edgewater-glen-association-garden-walk/
LOCATION:Edgewater Glen Neighborhood\, Chicago\, 60660\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Edgewater Glen Association":MAILTO:egachicago@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Swede Midge and IPM Field Day - Bronzeville
DESCRIPTION:Tiny Pests\, Small Spaces\nJuly 21\, 6- 8 pm \nWindy City Harvest’s Legends Incubator Farm\, 4431 S Federal Street\, Chicago\, IL   \nDr. Kacie Athey\, Illinois Extension Pest Management Specialist\, will share the latest research on swede midge and how to detect and manage these tiny brassica pests as well as discuss other common pests and IPM strategies.\nAll growers welcome to attend this free field day with pre-registration: go.illinois.edu/SummerFieldDays
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/swede-midge-and-ipm-field-day-bronzeville/
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ORGANIZER;CN="University of Illinois Extension - Cook Co":MAILTO:uie-cook@illinois.edu
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SUMMARY:Food Safety/Wash Pack Field Day - Bronzeville
DESCRIPTION:Produce Safety in the City\nAugust 20\, 5:30 – 7:30 pm\nJust Roots  Saint James Community Farm  2936 S Wabash Ave\, Chicago IL \nExplore practical strategies for reducing contamination risks—from harvest and washing to cooling\, packing\, and storage—using space‑efficient systems suited to urban farms. Extension educators and farmers will share best practices\, demonstrate real‑world workflows\, and discuss how to scale food safety plans to meet local market and regulatory needs. \nAll Field Days are Free but require pre-registration go.illinois.edu/SummerFieldDays \nFood Safety Wash Pack Field Day Flyer 8.20.26
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/food-safety-wash-pack-field-day-bronzeville/
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ORGANIZER;CN="University of Illinois Extension - Cook Co":MAILTO:uie-cook@illinois.edu
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SUMMARY:September CCGA Coordinating Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our monthly coordinating meeting. Representatives from all the working groups come together to coordinate our actions. All community gardeners and supporters are invited to attend. \nCCGA coordinating meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month\, except for July & August. Click on the link next to the bullet to download the document(s) listed below. \nNOTE: Most CCGA Coordinating meetings are being held via Zoom. In-person meeting locations may switch between The Hatchery Chicago & the Chicago Center for Green Technology. \nIf you want to attend the coordinating meeting and are not already a member of one of the CCGA working groups\, please send an email to: communications@chicagocommunitygardens.org and request to join the monthly meetings. \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.
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/september-ccga-coordinating-meeting-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T190000
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SUMMARY:October CCGA Coordinating Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our monthly coordinating meeting. Representatives from all the working groups come together to coordinate our actions. All community gardeners and supporters are invited to attend. \nCCGA coordinating meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month\, except for July & August. Click on the link next to the bullet to download the document(s) listed below. \nNOTE: Most CCGA Coordinating meetings are being held via Zoom. In-person meeting locations may switch between The Hatchery Chicago & the Chicago Center for Green Technology. \nIf you want to attend the coordinating meeting and are not already a member of one of the CCGA working groups\, please send an email to: communications@chicagocommunitygardens.org and request to join the monthly meetings. \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.
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/october-ccga-coordinating-meeting-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T180000
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SUMMARY:November CCGA Coordinating Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our monthly coordinating meeting. Representatives from all the working groups come together to coordinate our actions. All community gardeners and supporters are invited to attend. \nCCGA coordinating meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month\, except for July & August. Click on the link next to the bullet to download the document(s) listed below. \nNOTE: Most CCGA Coordinating meetings are being held via Zoom. In-person meeting locations may switch between The Hatchery Chicago & the Chicago Center for Green Technology. \nIf you want to attend the coordinating meeting and are not already a member of one of the CCGA working groups\, please send an email to: communications@chicagocommunitygardens.org and request to join the monthly meetings. \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.
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/november-ccga-coordinating-meeting-6/
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SUMMARY:December CCGA Coordinating Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our monthly coordinating meeting. Representatives from all the working groups come together to coordinate our actions. All community gardeners and supporters are invited to attend. \nCCGA coordinating meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month\, except for July & August. Click on the link next to the bullet to download the document(s) listed below. \nNOTE: Most CCGA Coordinating meetings are being held via Zoom. In-person meeting locations may switch between The Hatchery Chicago & the Chicago Center for Green Technology. \nIf you want to attend the coordinating meeting and are not already a member of one of the CCGA working groups\, please send an email to: communications@chicagocommunitygardens.org and request to join the monthly meetings. \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.
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/december-ccga-coordinating-meeting-6/
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