Calendar

September

Monday, September 22, 12:30 p.m.

Wisdom and Stories from the Chicago Tomato Man with Bob Zeni 

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Through years of trial and error Bob Zeni has built a successful business that sells over 10,000 tomatoes to the public including rare and heirloom varieties. He will offer several tips for getting the sweetest, most abundant crop of tomatoes.  Bob will display unusual and heirloom tomatoes, describe the wide range of varieties and suggest the best way to plant your own.

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October

Monday, October 27, 12:30 p.m.

Grow Your Own Amaryllis with Josefina Arrnes

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Josefina is the lead designer from Maria's Flower Shop in LaGrange. During this hands-on “workshop” she will provide information on the care of amaryllis and instruct our members on how to grow our very own amaryllis bulb that will bloom during the holidays.

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November

Monday, November 24, 12:30 p.m.

A Visit from The Flower Mamas with Lee Rosenberg and Cathy Bonaccorsi

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Western Springs entrepreneurs, these talented and creative women will assemble holiday centerpieces and share their secrets on how to create eye- catching bouquets. Check out their website for images of their beautiful planters, arrangements and design workshops.

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December

Monday, December 8, TBA

A Special Day to Share and Remember - Emogene Cooke Day
 

This is our annual potluck brunch when we make holiday favors for area senior
facilities. This event’s details to be determined.
Hostesses: The Social Committee

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January

Monday, January 26, 2026, 12:30 p.m.

The New Naturalism Landscape Design with an Illinois Extension Master Gardener

 

Learn about a garden style currently changing public and private garden design influenced by Piet Oudolf and his first public garden: Chicago’s Lurie Garden. The presentation includes techniques that add structure and form in a 4-season garden, highlights native plants that are beautiful even in winter and also provide habitat for pollinators and wildlife.

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February ~ 100th Anniversary Celebration!

Monday, February 17, 12:30 p.m., Members' Only Event

Western Springs Short Stories with John Devona  

 

John Devona has lived and volunteered in the Village for more than 45 years. Utilizing his experiences on the Park Board as President, Village Board Trustee, Historical Society Trustee, and other volunteer activities, John will share stories of people, places and happenings in Western Springs including the Garden Club. John is the author of Western Springs Short Stories, the sales from which benefit the Western Springs Historical Society.

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March

Monday, March 23, 12:30 p.m.

An Introduction to Permaculture
with our own Master Gardener and Urban Farmer Beth Piersialla

 

Permaculture offers a new way to think about gardens that mimic natural ecosystems.  Beth will focus on simple, practical steps to begin transforming your garden into a more sustainable, resilient, and productive ecosystem. She will emphasize ways to work in harmony with nature to create long-term environmental and personal benefits.

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April

Monday, April 20, 9:30 a.m.

Annual Election of Officers
We will have a short business meeting. Details of plant digs and sale to be
announced.
 

Thursday, April 23

Bagging and tagging of seedlings for Arbor Day Kindergarten distribution. Coordinator: Lynn Philips, Suzanne Rielly

 

Friday, April 24  Distribution in schools

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May

Friday, May 9, 9:00 a.m., Tower Green 

Plant Sale Set-Up. Transport plants, label, price and setup for sale. Bring tables and wagons.

 

Saturday, May 9, 8:00 a.m.-12 noon, Tower Green 

PLANT SALE

Coordinator: Wendy Duquette

 

Date and Time TBD

Plant Blue Star Memorial Garden

Volunteers gather to plant our Wolf Road garden in Western Springs.
Coordinator: Megan Albee

 

Tuesday, May 19, Hinsdale Golf Club

Spring Luncheon and Installation of Officers.
Coordinator: Diane Cwiak, Linda Peters and the Social Committee​