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SUMMARY:Envisioning a Green World Transformed
DESCRIPTION:Presentations\, demonstrations\, and interactive exhibits will help you gain a well-rounded understanding of the many ways you can carry out an eco-friendly lifestyle in Chicago. Learn about local ventures in urban farming\, sustainable fashion\, DIY products\, zero waste initiatives\, responsible travel\, health & well being\, and community advocacy. Discover how these initiatives are possible and collect inside tips from industry leaders. Walk away with the resources to transform your lifestyle\, and opportunities to take action in Chicago. \nBuy tickets here. \nOrganic\, vegan\, and vegetarian lunch options are included. Student discounts available.
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/envisioning-a-green-world-transformed/
LOCATION:Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum\, 2430 N Cannon Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting/Conference
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SUMMARY:AUA Fall Gathering: Cultivating Knowledge:
DESCRIPTION:Sharing Current Urban Ag Research Relevant to Your Garden or Farm \nLoyola Chicago Institute for Environmental Sustainability\, Seminar Room 123/124 \nThe night will include: \n\nPresentations on urban agriculture research being done in Chicago and how it applies to those growing food in the city\, including:\n\nChris Peterson on IES and higher education in urban agriculture\nDavid Lowenstein on pollinators and biocontrol\nJohn Taylor on urban plant varieties\nKellen Marshall on farmer knowledge and education survey\n\n\nTours and presentation on Loyola’s new sustainable agriculture program\nCommunity Slideshow-Show off your garden or farm! Send 1-4 photos and a brief description to info@auachicago.org by noon on Monday 11/10\nCommunity Potluck-Please bring a dish to share\, or if you don’t feel like cooking\, purchase food at IES’ Engrained Cafe\, who will be donating 10% of proceeds to AUA
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/aua-fall-gathering-cultivating-knowledge/
LOCATION:Loyola Chicago Institute for Environmental Sustainability\, 6349 Kenmore Ave.\, Chicago \, IL\, 60660\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Surma":MAILTO:program@auachicago.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140807
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140811
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SUMMARY:ACGA 2014 Conference: Gateway to Community in the City of Neighborhoods
DESCRIPTION:Details to come!
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/acga-2014-conference-gateway-to-community-in-the-city-of-neighborhoods/
LOCATION:The Field Museum\, 1400 S Lake Shore Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting/Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140629T080000
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SUMMARY:Soil in the City: Enhancing Urban Soils for Living Landscapes and Healthy Communities
DESCRIPTION:Update: full conference schedule now available!\n \nThe theme of this conference is “restoring our available urban land and optimizing local resources\, while protecting environmental and human health and enhancing socio-cultural dialogue.” The conference will focus on three themes: (i) Urban Gardening\, (ii) Green Infrastructures\, and (iii) Greening Brownfields. This conference is for anyone working with planning\, designing\, constructing\, and/or maintaining urban infrastructures and outdoor areas\, including engineers\, landscape architects\, designers\, biosolids management leaders\, contractors/consultants\, developers\, builders\, city planners\, arborists\, foresters\, urban gardeners\, researchers\, and educators. Conference attendees will be eligible to earn up to 15 professional development credits (PDHs/CEUs). \nRegistration is $250.00 by April 15\, 2014. After April 15\, the registration price is $300.00. \nAbstract submission for poster sessions will be available until March 31\, 2014.  Students are encouraged to submit poster abstracts. Please contact Dr. Lakhwinder Hundal to submit your abstract or if you have questions. \nMore information is available on the conference flier. \nUpdate: full conference schedule now available!
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/soil-in-the-city-enhancing-urban-soils-for-living-landscapes-and-healthy-communities/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza\, 160 E Huron\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting/Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Lakhwinder Hundal":MAILTO:hundall@mwrd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140628T080000
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SUMMARY:Chicago Botanic Garden School Gardening Conference
DESCRIPTION:Professional Development Opportunity for Educators \nOn June 28\, 2014\, the Chicago Botanic Garden is hosting the 16th School Gardening Conference “Next Generation of School Gardening”\, for all grade levels. This conference provides an inspiring showcase of presentations\, from tips to starting a new garden\, to ways to make the garden a vital part of the curriculum.  This year’s conference will focus on connecting gardening to Next Generation Science Standards\, and incorporating into classroom curriculum. Please forward the link below onto any teacher\, administrator\, librarian\, informal educator\, or anyone else who may be interested. \nhttp://us4.campaign-archive1.com/?u=b8d5a8ce718556733498bee3e&id=f18245d20d&e=f9bb6078e7
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/summer-professional-development-opportunity-for-educators/
LOCATION:IL
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140322T150000
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SUMMARY:CCCG 2014 Conference - March 22 @ 10 am to 3 pm
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR CCCG 2014\n \nRegistration is required. \nClick here to see a program of CCCG 2014 events. \n \nThere are hundreds of community gardens sown across Chicago. Though we all garden in our unique neighborhoods\, we are bound by common challenges\, opportunities and visions of a greener city. The 2nd Annual CCCG is a day for Chicago’s community gardeners to connect\, learn\, share ideas\, and work together to grow strong roots for the future of community gardening. Register today to hear exciting speakers and learn about new skills and resources in a variety of workshops\, participate in the CCCG Seed Swap and Garden Consignment Shop\, and meet like-minded gardeners from across the city. We hope you can join us. \nWho should attend?\nYou\, and other community gardeners from across Chicago. New community gardeners and seasoned experts alike are welcome. \nWhere exactly on Navy Pier?\nThe meeting space will be held at Navy Pier in rooms 301-312. To access these rooms go to Entrance 1 (where Riva Restaurant is located) halfway down Navy Pier\, and take the elevator or stairs to the third floor. \nHow much does it cost to attend?\nCCCG is free for Chicago community gardeners to attend. We are however asking for a suggested donation of $15 (when you register or at the door) to cover expenses. \n\nLight breakfast and lunch will be served.\nCommunity Gardeners who attend CCCG will have access to the Chicago Flower and Garden Show.\nYou will be asked to answer questions regarding your garden\, session\, and child care needs after ticketing.\n\n \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR CCCG 2014\n \nRegistration is required.
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/cccg2014/
LOCATION:Navy Pier\, 600 E Grand Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
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SUMMARY:GROW Woodlawn 2014 Kick-Off
DESCRIPTION:GROW (Garden Resources of Woodlawn) is a group of Woodlawn volunteers\, mostly gardeners\, networking together to share resources\, build community\, and green and beautify Woodlawn. Come join us. Help us decide on GROW 2014 projects and goals. Meet other gardeners. Hear what’s new about gardening in Woodlawn. \nThis event is for Woodlawn community gardeners and yard gardeners\, experienced gardeners\, and also newbie green-thumbers. \nPlease RSVP if you will be attending this event by sending an email to info@growwoodlawn.org.
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/grow-woodlawn-2014-kick-off/
LOCATION:Southside Gospel Church\, 863 E 64th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting/Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="GROW Woodlawn":MAILTO:info@growwoodlawn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140222T130000
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SUMMARY:Urban Livestock Expo
DESCRIPTION:Angelic Organics Learning Center\, Advocates for Urban Agriculture (AUA)\, and the Chicagoland Chicken Enthusiasts again present the Urban Livestock Expo on February 22\, 2014 from 10AM to 1PM at the Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences\, 3857 W 111th Street in Chicago. \nThe Expo offers the chance to network with new and experienced urban livestock keepers and learn about raising chickens/poultry\, bees\, goats\, and rabbits in the city.  The Expo’s focus is raising animals responsibly in backyards\, with representatives of many urban livestock groups\, projects\, and businesses on hand to tell visitors about opportunities for learning\, visits\, apprenticeships\, sources of supplies\, networking\, and more. \nParticipants include new and experienced livestock keepers\, experienced instructors\, organized networks like the Chicagoland Chicken Enthusiasts\, Windy City Bees\, and the Goat Guardians Guild; organizations that support\, train and advise on livestock topics; and businesses that provide supplies and services to people keeping livestock in the city.
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/urban-livestock-expo/
LOCATION:Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences\, 3857 W 111th Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60655\, United States
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