Join us for a fascinating presentation on the interrelationships between trees with Dr. Suzanne Simard. In her book, Finding the Mother Tree: Discovering the Wisdom of the Forest, Dr. Simard’s research reveals trees are more than timber or pulp resources. Trees are interconnected via complex fungi connections that serve as social networks. They communicate vulnerabilities, […]
Learn about the work of Piet Oudolf, the leading naturalistic landscape and garden designer through the personal research of landscape design consultant Deborah Chud. She’ll trace her discovery of Oudolf’s work, her research into his design principles, his ideas of structure and the balance of coherence, plant combinations, and her use of that research to […]
CLIMATE CHANGE AND THE NORTH SHORE Wednesday, January 12, at 1 pm What does climate change mean for our area—what can we expect, and what can we do about it? Please join international climate expert and University of Illinois professor emeritus Dr. Don Wuebbles for a discussion of the U.N. Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change 2021 Report […]
Create a winter oasis in your garden. Heather Prince, horticulturist and owner of Fearless Gardening, will discuss how to craft a dynamic landscape that not only offers layers of soil-enriching texture in fall and winter, but also welcomes overwintering butterflies, moths, birds and more. She will review the myriad beneficial creatures that thrive when plant material is left […]
Renowned insect ecologist Douglas Tallamy will discuss his newest book, The Nature of Oaks: The Rich Ecology of Our Most Essential Native Trees. Oaks are long lived and support more life forms than any other North American genus. From woodpeckers who collect and store hundreds of acorns for sustenance to birds, bears, insects and spiders. Oak […]
We have all heard the battle cry, “Plant Milkweed for Monarchs!” Will just planting milkweed really fix the problem of the declining population of monarchs in the Midwest? What else can we do to help this iconic insect? Presented by naturalist and educator Kim White. Presented in partnership with the Glencoe Sustainability Task Force and […]
Free Virtual program. Registration required. Identifying birds is a fun way to connect with nature in your back yard and beyond. Join us to learn about birds commonly found on the North Shore and basics approaches to bird ID, including some helpful tools. Presented by Refugio Mariscal, conservation data coordinator for Audubon Great Lakes. Registration […]
Free Virtual program. Registration required. The Chicago region draws a stunning diversity of birds, with roughly 300 species passing through each year on their way to the Arctic or back home to South America. Learn about bird migration, where you can go to observe them, and how planting native plants can help sustain them. Presented […]
Free Virtual program. Registration required. From oaks to sugar maples to the American chestnut: trees changed the course of American history. Discover the roles of a few of our favorite trees in building our nation as you remember and celebrate the trees influential in your personal history and your garden. Presented by Cindy Crosby, author, […]
Free Virtual program. Registration required. Spring is almost here, and seasoned gardeners know that while it may be too early to get out into the garden, it’s time to start seeds indoors for planting out when the time is right. If you’re planning a vegetable garden, knowing how to start can be daunting. Get practical […]
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