Garden Buddies
Learn about seeds, weeds, worms, fruits, vegetables, and the joys of digging in the dirt.
We appreciate the generous time volunteered by Master Gardeners from University of Illinois Extension and other local horticultural institutions, who lead all sessions.
Every other Tuesday, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 10 AM-12 PM
This program runs seasonally May through September.
This program is weather permitting.
August 5 - August 7, August 11 - August 14, August 19 - August 21, August 25 - August 28:
Colors in the Garden
Red, orange, yellow… Discover colors in the garden and learn the important role they play in nature.
September 8, September 10 - September 11, September 17 - September 18, September 22, September 24 - September 25: Sizing Up Our Vegetables
How big can our garden grow? Join us to compare, measure, and explore the fruits and vegetables growing in our garden through hands-on observation and simple measuring activities.