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March 2024
Fighting Climate Change in Your Back Yard & Front Yard
Mike Nowak will be our presenter. A lot of us are pretty unhappy about the direction in which our planet’s environment is headed. Unfortunately, many people also think there’s nothing we can do about it. That’s not exactly true. The decisions we make in our yards—especially if done en masse—can make a huge difference in saving plant and animal species and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Mike will walk us through the basics—native plants (especially oaks), harvesting rainwater, reducing lawn area,…
Find out more »April 2024
Plant Sale Prep Meeting
Join us as we prepare for our Annual Flower & Plant Sale this year being held on May 10 and 11. This is our major fund-raiser for the year that we support our local charities with and we need all hands on deck to have a fun and successful event. Come and learn about the schedule, pre-sale orders, food and equipment, and working the sale. Most of all—LET'S HAVE FUN! We need you to contribute ideas to make this a…
Find out more »May 2024
Who’s Who of Owls & Raptors
To some people, owls are symbols of wisdom but to others their hoots are harbingers of death and doom. Join award-winning naturalist Mark Spreyer as he reveals the truth about many of our North American owls and other raptors. Owls’ amazing hunting adaptations are explained. Special feathered guests illustrate just who’s who! Stillman Nature Center’s Executive Director Mark Spreyer has been bringing owls to school classes, garden clubs, wildlife conferences and other groups for nearly 35 years. Mark did his…
Find out more »June 2024
Fabyan Japanese Garden, Geneva
The Japanese Tea Garden at Fabyan is a tranquil oasis in the middle of the forest preserve, where history and nature meet. George Fabyan commissioned the building of the garden in 1909, shortly after serving as a military diplomat for President Roosevelt. It was designed by Japanese architect Taro Otsuka. The garden has plant life, historic and Japanese cultural structures, a reflecting pool. The Fabyan Villa Museum is a Frank Lloyd Wright re-designed home of Colonel George and Nelle Fabyan…
Find out more »July 2024
Summer Potluck Picnic at Springfield Park
Our July event will be on Tuesday, July 16 at Springfield Park, located at 269 Springfield Drive. It is beautiful 40 acre park which includes 20 acres of wetlands and a one-mile walking path and bridge. We will meet at the picnic pavilion from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm for a potluck picnic. We can go on a nature walk and tour our club's community garden. Everyone please bring a dish. We will have a food/drink sign up sheet at…
Find out more »August 2024
Floriology: The Meaning of Flowers
Every flower carries its own special meaning or symbolism and this can also be influenced by its variety and color. Through the ages, various flowers and floral arrangements have taken on subtle and secret messages that allow us to express our unspoken feelings. Learn about the language of flowers in this presentation given by Gail Sanders.
Find out more »September 2024
WATER GARDENS
Our speaker, Charlene Cebulski, has been gardening since 1978 and ponding since 1997. She is currently the secretary for Midwest Pond & Koi Society (known as MPKS) and editor for their newsletter. Charlene will lead us through her own pond building journey. She will share her expertise on backyard ponds, raising small and large koi and water gardening. She is very knowledgeable about koi and has some in her own pond that have been around for years and have become…
Find out more »October 2024
“By the Light of the Moon” An Evening in the Garden
Many of us can only enjoy our garden spaces in the evening after a busy day. Why not create a special garden to enjoy when the sun goes down and the moon, rises? We’ll discuss garden design and delve into the many types of plants that add color, and texture to dusk and beyond. Heather Prince has a lively and engaging personality. Her slides are beautiful and well organized. Handouts of plant suggestions will be available at the meeting. …
Find out more »February 2025
Annual Business Meeting
The New Year begins with our Annual Business Meeting. Agenda items will include a review of 2024 activities, upcoming events for 2025 (including our popular Annual Flower & Plant Sale in May), and a discussion about our charitable donations. The club will also have a special treat during social time this evening, so go light on your dinner! We meet at Cornerstone Faith Community Church, 118 First Street, Bloomingdale, IL 601086:15 PM Social time6:45 PM Announcements7:00 PM Meeting BeginsFor members…
Find out more »March 2025
Do’s, Don’ts and Myths of Landscaping with Curb Appeal
Join us for an informative, interactive, and descriptive program on the do’s and don’ts, along with the myths of curb appeal. We will explore the reality and actuality of developing visually appealing gardens while avoiding common mistakes. Pictures from Florida, New Mexico and Arizona examine the trends that influence our Midwest landscaping. Ken has his master’s and bachelor’s in horticulture from the University of Illinois, Champaign. He is a landscape architect and was the host of cable TV’s Landscaping with…
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