[Communications] FLEUROTICA Watch Party Tickets on Sale, Beginning Beekeeping, And More!

[Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance]

October 2023 E-News You are receiving this because you subscribe to our e-newsletter. October 2023 Connecting People To Nature On Chicago's West Side Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! September 15th - October 15th FLEUROTICA Watch Party In-person tickets to FLEUROTICA are sold out but there's still a chance to enjoy the Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance's signature floral fashion fundraiser- join the online watch party! Livestream the spectacular floral runway show with us. All proceeds from FLEUROTICA benefit the Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance’s nature education programs like the Urban Roots Teen Environmental Justice Program. Join the Watch Party Interested in sponsorship? Learn more about opportunities. For questions or to discuss how we could partner together, contact Jennifer Van Valkenburg, President & CEO at jvanvalkenburg at garfieldpark.org or call 773-638-1766 x 12.   EVENTS & PROGRAMS Autogenerated Closed Captioning Is Available At Our Virtual Programs PNC Mobile Learning Adventure Saturday, October 7; 11am-2pm Free Join us for a morning of family fun as we host PNC's Mobile Learning Adventure (MLA). This outdoor traveling exhibit provides an opportunity for parents and caregivers to learn about the importance of early childhood education while they engage in fun activities with their children. The MLA features a Match Board, Making Choices Disc Run, Paper Hat Occupation Station, When I Grow Up Photo Station, Story Telling Tree, and Giveaway Table! Book A Visit Beginning Beekeeping Class Saturday, October 7 or Sunday, November 5 9am-2pm Spend the day with our Head Beekeeper, Marcin Matelski, to learn the basics of beekeeping: equipment, bee biology and behavior, colony management, and hive products. This comprehensive lecture-based class is a prerequisite for joining the GPCA volunteer beekeeper program. These classes tend to fill up quickly, so be sure to register early. Pre-registration is required. Scholarships are available. 10/7 Beekeeping Class 11/5 Beekeeping Class Wild Hope: A WTTW Screening & Community Conversation Wednesday, October 11, 5:30pm-7pm Free Join WTTW at the Garfield Park Conservatory for an in-person kick off of the series Wild Hope, a collection of short films highlighting the intrepid changemakers who are working to restore and protect our planet. Register Fall Bilingual Tree ID Walk Friday, October 20; 10am-11:30am Free, donations welcome Join us in person for a walk around the Conservatory grounds to learn about trees! This in-person tree ID Walk will be hosted in both English and Spanish. We will explore the trees of beautiful and historic Garfield Park. Interested children are welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult. The walk will take place outdoors, rain or shine. Register soon to reserve a spot! Pre-registration is required. Registration closes on Friday, October 20th at 10am CT. Sign Up Caminata de arboles otoñales Viernes, 20 de octubre; 10am-11:30am Gratis; Se aceptan donaciones  Este en persona Tree ID Walk se realizará en Inglés y español. Exploraremos los árboles del hermoso e histórico Garfield Park. Los niños interesados ​​son bienvenidos, pero deben estar acompañados por un adulto. La caminata se llevará a cabo al aire libre, llueva o truene. ¡Regístrese pronto para reservar un lugar! Es necesario registrarse. La inscripción cierra el 20 de octubre a las 10:00 a. m., hora centra Ínscribase Aquí Lecture: Black People Outside & The Impact of Community-Based Nature Groups Wednesday, October 25; 6pm-7pm This 1-hour discussion with nature enthusiasts Chevon Linear and Kameron Stanton will consist of: a brief history of BPO, and why they felt drawn to start the organization for their community. Some of the challenges BIPOC (particularly African American) communities face in exploring and accessing the great outdoors. Community Q&A Upcoming events and similar organizations located in the Chicagoland area. Register In-Person Yoga w/ Natalie Wednesday, October 18; 6pm-7pm $5; donations welcome Come and stretch with Natalie during a special one hour yoga session in the City Garden. This offering is separate from the virtual yoga classes with Natalie and DuShaun. 10/18 In-Person Yoga Virtual Yoga Saturday, October 14 & 28; 9am-10am Free with registration Join DuShaun or Natalie for a virtual yoga class livestreamed from the Conservatory! Register with the links below. 10/14 Yoga w/ Natalie 10/28 Yoga w/ DuShaun Ask a Master Gardener Saturdays; October 7th and 21st 10:30am-1pm Free On the 1st and 3rd Saturdays this month, there's a University of Illinois Extension Ask a Master Gardener table in Horticulture Hall to answer your plant questions. Make a free reservation to GPC to visit them. Ask A Master Gardener Origami Open House Saturday, October 14; 12pm-3pm Free On the 2nd Saturday of the month the Chicago Area Origami Society presents a free drop-in Origami Open House to our visitors. Adults and kids accompanied by an adult are welcome. Free and open to the public. Registration is not required. If you’d like to visit the Conservatory before or after joining this program, please book a reservation. Bonsai w/ Chicago Bonsai Club Wednesday, October 18; 6pm-7:30pm Free Learn about the ancient art of growing bonsai from the Chicago Bonsai Club, a chapter of the Midwest Bonsai Society. Bring your bonsai trees to work on or just come to watch. The meeting is open to any interested adults, drop-in anytime from 6pm-7:30pm in the Classroom. Potting soil and wire will be provided, and some plant materials and pots will be available at a nominal cost.     NATURE EDUCATION PROGRAMS Urban Roots Recruiting for Fall Program The Urban Roots Teen Environmental Justice Program is recruiting for the Fall 2023 Program. The program starts on Wednesday, October 25th, and will take place on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday afternoons. Contact Gech Oparah for more information. Urban Roots engages students from Al Raby and surrounding high schools in a long-term relationship with the Conservatory, where they experience the joy and tranquility of time spent in nature while building knowledge and skills that support social emotional learning, identity development and personal growth. Urban Roots Teen Environmental Justice Program is a paid, seasonal employment opportunity designed to develop high school students into guides for the Garfield Park Conservatory and environmental agents of change. The program helps develop teens into civic leaders and better versions of themselves through identity development and several life skill enrichment activities. As an Urban Roots docent and environmental activist, candidates will be introduced to: fundamental plant science, conservation education, financial literacy, urban gardening, environmental justice and green space workforce exposure. Apply Today Principal funding for Urban Roots has been provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) [MA20-16-0031-16]. Additional funding provided by: Bank of American Foundation, Anonymous Fund of Central Indiana Community Foundation, IMC Chicago Charitable Foundation, The Peoples Gas Community Fund, PNC, After School Matters and an anonymous donor. Inspiring Children & Caretakers With The Power Of Nature Wild Wednesdays Wednesday, October 18 and 25, 4pm-7pm Free with visit Join GPCA’s Nature Educators on Wednesday, October 18 and 25 to explore and discover together! We will get our hands dirty, play, and discover new things about plants, animals and nature. Weather permitting, Wild Wednesdays will continue outside in our Play and Grow Garden- where kids can get a little wild as they climb on our tinker tree, build a fairy garden, dig (or make cupcakes) in our pebble pond and run around. We will learn about plants, make art projects, conduct experiments to better understand nature, and much more! Learn More Roving Naturalists Fridays 11:30am-1:30pm and Saturdays 10:30am-2pm Free with visit Roving Naturalists learning stations are for all ages! Join us this month as we embrace the magic of fairies. This drop in program is included in a reservation to the Conservatory. Weather permitting, Roving Naturalists will take place outside in the Play & Grow Garden. Make A Reservation Drop-in family programs are supported in part by PNC and the People's Gas Community Fund. Full Calendar Of Events OPEN WEDNESDAY FROM 10AM - 8PM ; THURSDAY- SUNDAY FROM 10AM - 5PM VISIT US | PHONE: 773.638.1766 Hiring for a Visitor Services & Retail Team Lead We are seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to join our team in creating exceptional experiences for our visitors while contributing to the growth and success of the Alliance. Visitor Services & Retail Team Lead plays a pivotal part in ensuring that every guest who walks through our doors feels welcome and engaged. The Visitor Services & Retail Team Lead sets the example- motivating and guiding our team to deliver outstanding customer service. Apply Here When you become a member, we all grow When you join Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance as a member, you help support our mission to change lives through the power of nature. Plus, GPCA members get great benefits like additional reservation bookings, free admission to the Artist’s Garden exhibits, discounts on Gift Shop purchases and classes, reciprocal garden benefits and much more. Membership Honey For Sale In the Gift Shop! Honey harvested from the Garfield Park Conservatory hives is for sale in the Gift Shop! While supplies last, purchase delectable honey in 5oz, 10oz, and 18oz quantities from the Conservatory’s Gift Shop, online and in-person. Proceeds help fund exhibits and free nature education resources for the Garfield Park and Chicago communities. Become a Member and save 10% on all Gift Shop purchases! Members can show their member card on-site for the discount or use the discount code to shop online. For questions contact membership at garfieldpark.org or 773-638-1766 x13.   COMMUNITY CORNER   Chicago Marathon Cheer Station Sunday, October 8; 8am 1801 W Jackson Blvd Come show your West Side pride and support for Peace Runners at the Chicago Marathon Cheer Station! Learn more Community Walk for Breast Caner Awareness Month Saturday, October 14; 9:30am-12pm  Join local walking groups and community organizations to walk, bike, or run to support Breast Cancer Awareness. Garfield Park Neighborhood Market Saturday, October 14 & 28; 10am-2pm Summer is officially over and with it is the final farmer's market for the outdoor season! Come out for the Garfield Park Neighborhood Market- one of the most unique farmers markets in the City of Chicago, selling hyper-local produce grown in community gardens, including fruits and vegetables grown and harvested from the Conservatory! Market is located at The Hatchery Plaza, from 10am to 2pm. Learn more. Garfield Park Volunteer Stewardship Program Saturday, October 21; 10am-12:30pm The Chicago Park District's Community Stewardship Program connects neighboring communities to volunteer opportunities at local natural areas in order to inspire investment and care of these shared spaces. Through the program, volunteer Community Stewards and other volunteers work collaboratively with Chicago Park District staff and contractors to protect, maintain, and restore the natural integrity of their adopted natural area. Email volunteering at garfieldpark.org if interested. 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