Jun 29 2026
July 23 Meeting: President’s Picnic
Note: Our July meeting is for Members Only. If you would like to visit our club, please come to our August meeting which is open to all.
Our July meeting is our traditional annual President’s Picnic. The first picnic was hosted in July
1999 by one of our early club presidents, Carole Bates. She provided some basics and everyone was asked to bring a dish to share and your own food to grill. We all had a such a wonderful time and we continue to hold our President’s Picnic every July. Our venue has changed over the years and members only have to bring themselves for a fun evening of food and lively discussions with fellow gardeners.
If you submitted your RSVP for the Picnic, you should receive an email with all the details by Tuesday, July 21st. If you do not receive an email, please contact us at WestChicagoGardenClub@gmail.com so we can figure out what happened and get the information sent to you.
Our June speaker is Diane Smith, owner of the Perennial Professionals, a landscape design and installation company. Diane also teaches at the Chicago Botanic Garden, where she enjoys making landscape design accessible and inspiring for gardeners of all levels.
Our May speaker is Ann Baker. Ann is a certified Environmental Consultant and landscape Design Consultant. During Ann’s presentation; “The Blended Family: Integrating Natives into Traditional Gardens,” we will discover how to incorporate native plants into our gardens without sacrificing our beloved flowers and favorites. Learn how native species can add beauty while supporting pollinators, improving soil and water health, and creating a healthier ecosystem right in your own landscape. We’ll also explore keystone plants and practical ways to choose natives that work well in everyday home gardens.
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