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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200926T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20200917T162057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200917T162057Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction To Winter Growing Succulents: Care & Propagation
DESCRIPTION:Join Emilia Arellano\, GPCA’s Greenhouse Coordinator\, for a virtual class on easy care succulents that grow actively in the winter! You will learn how to care for these winter growers throughout the year and how to expand your collection via three propagation techniques–leaf cuttings\, stem cuttings and offsets. \nWhen: September 26 from 11am – 12pm \nClass Price:\n$25 General Public\n$20 Members/Volunteers \nhttps://garfieldconservatory.org/event/intro-to-winter-growing-succulents-care-propagation-virtual-class/
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/gpca_winter_succulents_class/
CATEGORIES:Workshop/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200925T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200925T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20200917T163056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200917T170723Z
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SUMMARY:CCGA Resources Perennial Distribution
DESCRIPTION:CCGA Fall Perennial Distribution Flyer\n  \nCCGA Resources Perennial Distribution\nFriday September 25th starting at Noon\nNew Horizons Community Garden\, 425 S. Central Park Blvd. Chicago\, IL 60624\nPresented By: CCGA Resources Committee
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/ccga-resources-perennial-distribution/
LOCATION:New Horizons Community Garden\, 401 S. Central Park\, Chicago\, IL\, 60624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plant Distribution/Swap
ORGANIZER;CN="CCGA Resource Committee":MAILTO:resources@chicagocommunitygardens.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200919T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20200917T153824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200917T153824Z
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SUMMARY:Windy City Coop Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Windy City Coop Tour is back for its 10th year showcasing backyard\npoultry\, eco-yards and urban livestock across Chicago! \nSaturday\, September 19\, 10:00am – Sunday\, September 20\, 4:00pm. RSVP\nHere: https://www.addevent.com/event/Wj4977494 \nDuring this self-guided tour\, hosts open their yards to visitors and share\ntheir experience keeping backyard livestock in an urban setting. The Windy\nCity Coop Tour provides access to local examples of the broader nation-wide\nmovement toward sustainable yards. Hosted by Chicagoland Chicken Enthusiasts\n& Angelic Organics Learning Center
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/2020_windycity-coop-tour/
CATEGORIES:Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200915T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200915T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20191219T192653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191219T192653Z
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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. 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:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/september-ccga-coordinating-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Meeting/Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200831T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200831T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20200711T130202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200711T130521Z
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SUMMARY:60 Second Garden Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Chicago Excellence in Gardening Awards has been around for 4 years with a focus on environmentally friendly gardening practice in chicago only.  This year\, with Covid concerns it has been opened to any garden\, anywhere\, using a 60 second video format.  please check out the website and share with your members. \nhttps://chicagogardeningawards.org/.
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/60-second-garden-challenge/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chicago Excellance In Gardening":MAILTO:smarkgraf@greenmarkpr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200811T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200811T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20200806T142810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200806T142810Z
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SUMMARY:Maxwell Street Community Garden Mural Dedication
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend the Dedication Ceremony Tuesday\, August 11\, 6:30 PM for the new Maxwell Street Community Garden mural\,  designed by Chicago artist CONTINUOUS GROWTH Anne Farley Gaines produced by Anne and four dedicated students who live near the garden – Andrew Epps\, Brianna Norwood\, Marshanda Norwood\, and Jade Shumpert. at the Maxwell Steet Community Garden on 13th Street between Racine and Blue Island Avenues
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/maxwell-street-community-garden-mural-dedication/
LOCATION:Maxwell Garden\, 1150 W 13th street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60608\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Maxwell Street Community Garden":MAILTO:maxwellstreetgarden@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200616T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200616T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20191219T192525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191219T192525Z
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SUMMARY:June 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:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/june-ccga-coordinating-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Meeting/Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200519T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200519T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20191219T192412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191219T192412Z
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SUMMARY:May 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:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/may-ccga-coordinating-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Meeting/Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200421T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200421T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20191219T192254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191219T192254Z
UID:22942-1587492000-1587499200@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:April 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:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/april-ccga-coordinating-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Meeting/Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200405T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200405T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20200313T005221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200313T005404Z
UID:23538-1586091600-1586098800@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:UIC Heritage Garden Spring Seed Swap
DESCRIPTION:What role do seeds play in advancing food sovereignty? How does community gardening cultivate cultural diversity? How does gardening heal a community? \nJoin the UIC Heritage Garden for our Sixth Annual Spring Seed Swap! We invite gardeners\, organizations\, and community members interested in learning more about gardening\, environmental sustainability and social justice. Anyone can come to share knowledge\, stories\, and resources with others\, and make new friends from around the city. \nNote: The UIC Union for Puerto Rican Students (UPRS) will be seeking donations for relief efforts in Puerto Rico as they experience continuous climate disasters and a lack of aid.  \nAdmission is free; you do not have to bring seeds to attend \nRefreshments will be served. \nWhen: Sunday\, April 5\, 2020\, 1:00pm – 3:00pm \nWhere: Jane Addams Hull-House Museum Resident’s Dining Hall\, 800 S Halsted St.\, Chicago 60607 \nIf you would like to bring seeds from your garden or organization please email us at heritagegarden.uic@gmail.com by Monday March 23\, 2020. If you need any accommodations\, please email us as well. \n 
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/spring-seed-swap/
LOCATION:Jane Adams Hull House Museum Residents’s Dining Hall\, 800 South Halsted St.\, Chicago\, 60607\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200321T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20200107T164649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200107T164809Z
UID:23000-1584786600-1584802800@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:Windy City Harvest Aquaponics Class
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn the fundamental principles of aquaponics productions as well as tips and tricks for building an at-home or small-scale aquaponics system. This course will include hands-on work with the nursery system and the 52\,000 gallon aquaponics production system.
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/wch_aquaponics_class_march_21/
LOCATION:Farm on Ogden\, 3555 Ogden Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60623\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200321T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20200305T023058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200313T004404Z
UID:23507-1584781200-1584801000@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:CCGA 8th Annual Conference - POSTPONED
DESCRIPTION:This year’s theme\, “Connections through Gardening: Plants\, People and the Environment\,” aims to explore and celebrate the interconnectedness of our shared garden work and to foster relationships and conversations that shape and support best practices for sustainable living and growing in Chicago. \nCommunity gardens are increasingly seen as a viable means of promoting restoration\, transformation\, and conservation of often abandoned or under used property in the city. They have become a powerful tool for promoting good nutrition\, physical activity\, environmental stewardship\, and social connections. \nJoin us on Saturday\, March 21 for an exciting and informative gathering of Chicago’s amazing community gardeners!
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/ccga-8th-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Whitney Young Magnet High School\, 211 South Laflin Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting/Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200318T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200322T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20200302T202606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200313T004440Z
UID:23470-1584525600-1584903600@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:Chicago Flower & Garden Show® - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are an accomplished gardener\, just looking to learn how not to kill your houseplants or looking for a great family outing the 2020 Chicago Flower & Garden Show has it all. The 2020 theme “20/20 FOCUS ON FLOWERS” is in collaboration with The Get Growing Foundation\, a non-profit organization dedicated to cultivating the next generation of gardeners.\n \nTogether small businesses\, skilled-labor unions\, industry professionals\, authors\, sponsors and talented friends of the Show (far too many to mention) have invested in this year’s theme\, to bring the beauty of flowers (more than 800+ varieties – 80 varieties of tulips alone!)\, art and design together for an amazingly creative and unforgettable show. New gardens include American Quilter’s Society\, I&M Canal\, Perfect Parkways\, Plant Truck Chicago\, Focus on Spring\, Zen Garden and Trail Marker Tree garden.  Plus 75 education programs!
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/chicago-flower-garden-show/
LOCATION:Navy Pier\, 600 E Grand Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting/Conference,Volunteer Opp.,Workshop/Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Flower Show Productions":MAILTO:tony@chicagoflower.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200314T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200314T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20200107T164948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200107T164948Z
UID:22998-1584176400-1584192600@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:Workshop - Cold Season Growing- March\, April\, May
DESCRIPTION:Get growing all year round! This is a technical training course intended for aspiring growers interested in learning best-practice season-extension techniques. It will combine classroom and hands-on work to prepare students to keep growing as the months get colder. It will involve farm work activities in all weather conditions. Students are expected to work indoors and outdoors.
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/cold_season_growing_workshop/
LOCATION:Arturo Velasquez Institute Greenhouse\, 2800 S Western Ave \, Chicago\, IL\, 60608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop/Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200313T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200313T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20200214T025508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200214T025508Z
UID:23421-1584093600-1584108000@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:Extend Your Season With Alternative Income 2020
DESCRIPTION:Curious about how you can extend your farming season and make your farm business more profitable? Join us at this panel discussion field day!\n \nUniversity of Illinois Extension Educator Zack Grant and Lovefood Farmer David Bachhuber will discuss ways in which you can extend your seasonal income. You will learn about microgreen production\, high tunnels\, and herb production. You’ll also learn about the financial elements and feasibility of extending your season\, knowing your market\, and the real question–do I really want to work that much all winter long?
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/extend-your-season-with-alternative-income-2020/
LOCATION:Prairie State College Matteson Area Center\, 4821 Southwick Drive\, Matteson\, IL\, 4821 Southwick Drive\, Matteson\, IL\, 60443\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop/Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200307T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200307T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20200304T234728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200304T234728Z
UID:23502-1583586000-1583593200@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:Little Village Gardeners Coalition Seed Swap / Coalicion de jardineros de la Villita Intercambio de Semillas
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/little-village-gardeners-coalition-seed-swap-coalicion-de-jardineros-de-la-villita-intercambio-de-semillas/
LOCATION:Iglesia Amor de Dios\, 2356 N. Sawyer\, Chicago\, IL\, 60623\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plant Distribution/Swap
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/SEED-SWAP-2020-Flyer_Volante.pdf
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200307T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200307T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20200107T165032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200107T165032Z
UID:22995-1583571600-1583587800@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This hands-on class is for beginning to intermediate growers. The session will include an introduction to the different fruit tree pruning forms\, when to prune\, strategic pruning\, and general fruit tree maintenance. We will also cover how to care for fruiting crops that thrive in Plant Hardiness Zones 5-7.
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/fruit-tree-pruning-workshop/
LOCATION:Washington Park Youth Farm\, 555 East 51st Street\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop/Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200307T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200307T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20200305T024131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200305T024131Z
UID:23510-1583571600-1583582400@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:CCGA Vegetable Workshop & Tool Distribution
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted that vegetable growing expert Dan Gibbs will give a workshop on early season vegetables you can get started soon in your community garden (or on your window sill). Each attending community garden will receive packets of the appropriate seeds. Also\, the Resources Committee has purchased brand new garden tools from Lowes (at a big discount). We will distribute a tool to each community garden attending Dan’s workshop. \n  \nPlease pre-register and email your name and the name and address of your garden to mamiegray2012@gmail.com by Friday\, March 6 at 4:00pm.
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/ccga-vegetable-workshop-tool-distribution/
LOCATION:Center for Green Technology\, 445 North Sacramento\, Chicago\, IL\, 60612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plant Distribution/Swap,Workshop/Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/March-7_Tools.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="CCGA Resource Committee":MAILTO:resources@chicagocommunitygardens.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200229T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200229T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20200106T183027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200106T184055Z
UID:22988-1582970400-1582981200@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:AUA's 8th Annual Urban Livestock Expo
DESCRIPTION:The *Urban Livestock Expo* returns with FREE\, family-friendly workshops on\nraising bees\, goats\, chickens\, ducks\, quail and more in your yard! \nWorkshops will cover daily care\, ideal breeds\, how to troubleshoot common\nproblems\, and professional tips for being a good neighbor with animals in\nthe city. Also get a chance to explore the amazing urban agriculture\nprogram at our host site\, Prosser Career Academy! \nSpanish interpretation provided and all skill and experience levels\nwelcome. Additionally\, area urban livestock groups and businesses will\nstaff resource tables with information on further learning opportunities\,\nsupport networks\, sources of supplies\, equipment\, and more. \nFurther details on our Facebook event and to follow.
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/aua_urban_livestock_expo/
LOCATION:Prosser Career Academy\, 2148 N. Long Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60639
CATEGORIES:Meeting/Conference,Workshop/Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="Advocates For Urban Agriculture":MAILTO:info@auachicago.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200229T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200229T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20200106T181146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200106T181146Z
UID:22983-1582966800-1582984800@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:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/gpc_beekeeping_class_2_29_2020/
LOCATION:Garfield Park Conservatory\, 300 N. Central Park Ave. \, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200223T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200223T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20200130T024352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200130T024352Z
UID:23015-1582459200-1582470000@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:Avondale Gardening Alliance Seed Swap
DESCRIPTION:Seed swap! Come meet your neighbors and talk garden plans! Lots of seeds available\, even if you don’t have your own to trade. Soup and bread available for small donation. Come enjoy the fantastic view of the Chicago River from Metropolitan Brewery.
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/avondale-gardening-alliance-seed-swap/
LOCATION:Metropolitan Brewery\, 3057 North Rockwell\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60618
CATEGORIES:Plant Distribution/Swap,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Avondale Gardening Alliance":MAILTO:avondalegardeners@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200222T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200222T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20200107T165137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200107T165137Z
UID:22993-1582360200-1582385400@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:Youth Farm Facilitator Training
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning more about how to work with youth in an urban agriculture or school garden setting? Would you like to know more about structuring a youth development program centered on sustainable agriculture and food systems during the summer or school year? Please join the Windy City Harvest Youth Farm staff for a day of focused learning. We will discuss incorporating standards for social and emotional learning\, adultism\, managing student behavior\, lessons learned\, and challenges faced.
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/youth-farm-facilitator-training-2/
LOCATION:Farm on Ogden\, 3555 Ogden Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60623\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop/Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/DB_GreenYouthFarm_DSCF5217.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200220T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20200213T184722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200214T025539Z
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SUMMARY:Advanced Business Analysis for Urban Farms
DESCRIPTION:Farm profitability is crucial for sustainability whether your farm is a commercial-focused business or a non-profit venture. Learn how to utilize Veggie Compass in this season-long\, hands-on program that includes 2.5 days of in-person group training and 6 individual phone check-ins. Veggie Compass is a free tool developed by the University of Wisconsin-Madison to help farmers actively manage for increased farm profits by helping them understand their cost of production by product and by market channel. This information enables farmers to make strategic decisions to adjust prices\, reduce costs\, shift market channel focus\, reduce or drop unprofitable products\, and expand production of their most profitable ventures. \nFor more information click here or call Kathryn Pereira at 773-233-2900. \nRegistration Link is https://go.illinois.edu/VeggieCompass
URL:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/advanced-business-analysis-for-urban-farms/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
CREATED:20191219T192138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191219T192138Z
UID:22940-1582048800-1582056000@chicagocommunitygardens.org
SUMMARY:February 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:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/february-ccga-coordinating-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Meeting/Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200208T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
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:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/crop_planning_workshop/
LOCATION:Farm on Ogden\, 3555 Ogden Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60623\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop/Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/PCC-Austin-Farm-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200126T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200126T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
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:https://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:20200121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200121T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
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:https://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:20200118T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200119T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
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:https://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:20200114T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200114T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
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:https://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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Microgreens-1.14.20.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Illinois Extension - Cook Co":MAILTO:uie-cook@illinois.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200110T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T144134
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:https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/aquaponics-with-plant-chicago/
CATEGORIES:Workshop/Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="Plant Chicago":MAILTO:info@plantchicago.org
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