Home & garden calendar, Oct. 13-19

Posted October 08, 2024 9:37 pm

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Oct. 13

Illinois Orchid Society Fall Show & Sale: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13, at Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake-Cook Road, Glencoe. Presented by the Illinois Orchid Society, this show will feature artistically arranged table top displays from the rarest of species to cultivated hybrids. Individual orchids in 128 classes will vie for red, white, and blue ribbons. Twenty-five entries will receive “best of class” green ribbons, and the best-appointed plant in the show will receive the Chicago Horticultural Society Award from American Orchid Society judges. The Illinois Orchid Society will also be providing orchid plants for sale, as well as repotting services. Free with garden admission. For information, chicagobotanic.org.

Join the Gardeners of Central Lake County on Oct. 14 for a presentation by the University of Illinois Extension on outdoor composting. Courtesy of Prairie Crossing Learning Farm

Oct. 14

Gardeners of Central Lake County — Composting: 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14, at CrossLife Evangelical Free Church. 431 W. Austin Ave., Libertyville. This presentation by the University of Illinois Extension, Lake County, covers a broad overview to get you started with outdoor composting and to help you address issues if you are already composting. Focusing on the home gardener, a wide range of topics will be addressed including the benefits of composting, the science of composting, the options you have to create compost and the uses of compost. For information, gardenersofcentrallakecounty.org.

Join the Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners on Oct. 15, for a presentation on mushrooms and fungi presented by Karen Jensen Smeets. Courtesy of AP

Oct. 15

Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners — Mushrooms and Fungi: 6:45 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15, at Batavia Public Library, 10 S. Batavia Ave., Batavia. Delve into the wonderful world of mushrooms and fungi with Karen Jensen Smeets. The presentation is for gardeners, naturalists, photographers and others with a special interest in mushrooms and fungi and their role in our environment. For information, (630) 707-7827 or bataviaplaindirtgardeners.org.

Oct. 16

Seasonal Tree Walk: 9-10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, Oct. 16 or Nov. 13, at Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake-Cook Road, Glencoe. Enjoy a morning walk to explore the trees at the garden. Each month, visit a different section of the garden and learn about the trees unique to that area. Dress for the weather. Register. $24-$30. For information, chicagobotanic.org.

Wine About Your Home: 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16, at OHi Showroom, 106 Garlisch Drive, Elk Grove Village. Join the OHi team for a night of complimentary wine, appetizers and time to whine about your home. This open house style event will provide an opportunity to learn more about remodeling while receiving a few insights into how to fix the parts of your home you hate the most. While you can join just to mingle, there will be an optional presentation, showroom tour and a chance to sit down with a team member. Registration required. Call (847) 541-4848 or visit contactohi.com.

Tri-Village Garden Club — Vegetable Gardens: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16, at Streamwood Fire Station #31, 1204 S. Park Ave., Streamwood. The guest speaker is Mark Lyons, an avid vegetable gardener from Palatine and owner of Green Thumb at Your Service. For information, trivillagegardenclub.org/wordpress or facebook.com/TriVillageGardenClub.

Oct. 17

Joni Cotten from Hawthorn Gardens presents “Fall Outdoor Planter Design” at the Oct. 17 meeting of the Garden Club of Inverness. Courtesy of Garden Club of Inverness

Garden Club of Inverness — Fall Outdoor Planter Design: 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, at All Saints Lutheran Church, 639 S. Quentin Road, Palatine. Joni Cotten from Hawthorn Gardens presents “Fall Outdoor Planter Design.” Cotten will design fall outdoor pots that will be raffled off to lucky winners. She will showcase the latest fall plants, blending them with classic favorites in an innovative and refreshing way. You will leave inspired to create your own outdoor fall pots. Guests welcome. For information, gardenclubofinverness.com.

Herbs for Fall Immune Health: Virtually from 1-3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, through the Chicago Botanic Garden. Explore herbs that support a balanced lifestyle and overall well-being as you transition to the cooler months of the year. Learn how to use the sweet nourishment from roots, berries, and fungi for nutrient-dense remedies and foods to keep your immune system in optimal health. Recipes and demonstrations are included. Registration due online by Tuesday, Oct. 15. $32-$40. For information, chicagobotanic.org.

Indoor Herbs and Houseplants: Virtually from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, through the Chicago Botanic Garden. Learn how to select and nurture culinary herbs as well as popular and unusual houseplants that will brighten your home this winter. Registration due online by Tuesday, Oct. 15. $32-$40. For information, chicagobotanic.org.

Oct. 19

Creating Curb Appeal for Your Home: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, at Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake-Cook Road, Glencoe. Learn how to make a positive street-side impression with the latest trends in front yard design and tips for showing off your home to its best advantage. $32-$40. For information, chicagobotanic.org.

Upcoming

Lombard Garden Club — Rain Gardens: 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25, at the Lombard Community Building, 433 E. St. Charles Road, Lombard. Horticulturist Heather Prince will speak on “Rain Gardens 101.” Prince will walk through the basics of planning the different types of rain gardens and exploring an extensive plant list. Rain gardens help manage water and are lively garden features. No charge; public is welcome. For information, www.lombardgardenclub.org.

Arlington Heights Garden Club — ‘Woody Plants for Butterflies’: 6:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28, at St. Simon’s Episcopal Church, 717 W. Kirchoff Road, Arlington Heights. Heather Prince, who has been part of the green industry for more than 20 years, will present “Woody Plants for Butterflies.” Discover the many trees, shrubs and vines that are home to a wide array of butterflies. Guests welcome. For information, ahgardenclub.com.

Des Plaines Garden Club — Fall Luncheon: 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 4, at Manzo’s Banquets, 1571 Elmhurst Road, Des Plaines. Peggy Garvin from Horticulture by Garvin Gardens will present, “Fall and Holiday Flower Arrangements.” A choice of two entrées available for the luncheon. There will be a raffle, an instant win board, a silent auction and a bake sale. There will also be a 50/50 raffle with proceeds going to the club's Scholarship Fund. The cost is $45 per person. To make a reservation, call (847) 296-3129 no later than Oct. 26. For information, visit desplainesilgardenclub.com.

Garden Club of Inverness Luncheon: On Thursday, Dec. 5, the Garden Club of Inverness will be hosting its annual holiday luncheon at Medinah Country Club with the theme “Sleigh Bells Ring.” The event will feature a silent auction, Christmas crafts, and a raffle in addition to a presentation on floral arrangements for the holidays. Tickets are $75. If interested, contact Lauri Mitchell at laurimitch@comcast.net.

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