Lincoln Park Zoo (Farm in the Zoo)
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Upcoming Events At This Venue
December 2, 2011
NPN Presents: MULTIPLES GROUP – STORYTIME @ LINCOLN PARK ZOO (FARM IN THE ZOO)
Meet up with other parents of twins, triplets, or more for storytime with Mr. Singer at Lincoln Park Zoo.
Story Time, targeted to children six and younger, employs engaging techniques to teach about the alphabet, numbers, colors and animals. Join Mr. Singer as he performs original songs while the wee ones dance and sing along. Located at the Farm in the Zoo in the yellow farmhouse on Stockton.
This event is open to the public. Michelle will be wearing her blue NPN t-shirt so that we can all find each other.
Location: Lincoln Park Zoo (Farm in the Zoo)
Address: Yellow Farmhouse on Stockton
Chicago, 60614
Time: 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
Who: Members & Non-Members – Children welcome
Parking: Street parking around zoo or pay lot
Cost: Free
Coordinator: Michelle Gauthreaux
Email: multiples@npnparents.org
To see NPN’s link, click here!
April 21, 2012
Spring Start: Soil Preparation and Planting Cool Weather Crops, presented by Green City Market
Green City Market: “The key to a successful organic garden starts with proper soil preparation. Learn the techniques of good soil stewardship including soil aeration and the beneficial use of compost, soil amendments, and organic fertilizers. We will also discuss how to successfully direct seed cool weather crops such as peas, spinach, chard, and radishes.”
When: Saturday, April 21 @ 9:30am-10:15am
Where: Edible Gardens in Lincoln Park Zoo
How much: Free!
“WORKSHOPS ARE BY RSVP ONLY. To RSVP please email RSVP@greencitymarket.org and specify which workshops you will attend. Space is limited.”
Never heard of the Edible Gardens? Here’s what the founder has to say:
“Located in Lincoln Park Zoo’s Farm-in-the-Zoo, the Edible Gardens are designed to engage children with hands-on growing, weeding, compost making and harvesting, and introduce them to the concept of “farm-to-table”. Programs are also available for school and summer camp field trips. The Gardens are supervised and planted by Jeanne Pinsof, Green City Market’s Organic Gardener. From April through mid-November, the Edible Garden is open to all, weather permitting, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 10:00am – 1:00pm.”
To find out more about this event or other workshops, click here!
May 19, 2012
Planning for Summer: Transplanting Warm Weather Crops, presented by Green City Market
Green City Market: “Join us as we transplant warm weather crops such as tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, and herbs. Learn how to layout your garden and space your transplants to maximize fruit production throughout the season. We will also discuss what plants pair well together and the benefits of planting a diversity of crops.”
When: Saturday, May 19 @ 9:30am-10:15am
Where: Edible Gardens in Lincoln Park Zoo
How much: Free!
“WORKSHOPS ARE BY RSVP ONLY. To RSVP please email RSVP@greencitymarket.org and specify which workshops you will attend. Space is limited.”
Never heard of the Edible Gardens? Here’s what the founder has to say:
“Located in Lincoln Park Zoo’s Farm-in-the-Zoo, the Edible Gardens are designed to engage children with hands-on growing, weeding, compost making and harvesting, and introduce them to the concept of “farm-to-table”. Programs are also available for school and summer camp field trips. The Gardens are supervised and planted by Jeanne Pinsof, Green City Market’s Organic Gardener. From April through mid-November, the Edible Garden is open to all, weather permitting, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 10:00am – 1:00pm.”
To find out more about this event or other workshops, click here!
June 23, 2012
Necessary Nourishment: Feeding Plants for Healthy Growth and Production, presented by Green City Market
Green City Market: “What is an organic fertilizer? Can you compost at home? Learn the basic principals and techniques of foliar feeding and side dressing in an organic garden. These techniques provide plants with the extra nutrients they require to ensure good plant health and a bountiful harvest.”
When: Saturday, June 23 @ 9:30am-10:15am
Where: Edible Gardens in Lincoln Park Zoo
How much: Free!
“WORKSHOPS ARE BY RSVP ONLY. To RSVP please email RSVP@greencitymarket.org and specify which workshops you will attend. Space is limited.”
Never heard of the Edible Gardens? Here’s what the founder has to say:
“Located in Lincoln Park Zoo’s Farm-in-the-Zoo, the Edible Gardens are designed to engage children with hands-on growing, weeding, compost making and harvesting, and introduce them to the concept of “farm-to-table”. Programs are also available for school and summer camp field trips. The Gardens are supervised and planted by Jeanne Pinsof, Green City Market’s Organic Gardener. From April through mid-November, the Edible Garden is open to all, weather permitting, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 10:00am – 1:00pm.”
To find out more about this event or other workshops, click here!
July 28, 2012
Expand Your Growing Season: Planting Fall Crops, presented by Green City Market
Green City Market: “Planting succession crops ensures a continuous harvest throughout the growing season. We will direct seed for plants that will mature in fall such as carrots, turnips, and beets.”
When: Saturday, July 28 @ 9:30am-10:15am
Where: Edible Gardens in Lincoln Park Zoo
How much: Free!
“WORKSHOPS ARE BY RSVP ONLY. To RSVP please email RSVP@greencitymarket.org and specify which workshops you will attend. Space is limited.”
Never heard of the Edible Gardens? Here’s what the founder has to say:
“Located in Lincoln Park Zoo’s Farm-in-the-Zoo, the Edible Gardens are designed to engage children with hands-on growing, weeding, compost making and harvesting, and introduce them to the concept of “farm-to-table”. Programs are also available for school and summer camp field trips. The Gardens are supervised and planted by Jeanne Pinsof, Green City Market’s Organic Gardener. From April through mid-November, the Edible Garden is open to all, weather permitting, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 10:00am – 1:00pm.”
To find out more about this event or other workshops, click here!