The West Chicago Garden Club kicked off the new year with a lively and informative meeting on January 23, 2025, centered around seed-starting techniques. Long-time club members and seasoned gardeners Christina Covarubias, Jeff Handel, and Dan Beebe shared their expertise, providing a variety of methods for gardeners of all experience levels. Christina Covarubias introduced the…
The next meeting of the West Chicago Garden Club will be held in September at St. Andrew Lutheran Church, located at the northeast corner of Prince Crossing and Geneva Road. Attendees are encouraged to arrive at 6:45 p.m. for mingling before the business meeting begins at 7:00 p.m., followed by the program at 7:15 p.m….
West Chicago, IL – Summer gardens are in full bloom, and if you’re fortunate enough to have a vegetable garden, you might find yourself with an abundance of zucchini. This versatile vegetable is perfect for a variety of delicious dishes. If you don’t have a garden, local farmers markets offer plenty of fresh produce. For…
Join We Grow Dreams Greenhouse and Garden Center for their highly anticipated annual trunk sale! Fill your vehicle’s trunk for a set price and transform your yard with an abundance of plants and flowers. As a vital part of our community, We Grow Dreams is dedicated to providing meaningful employment for disabled individuals while offering…
Join the West Chicago Garden Club for an elegant afternoon tea amidst the serene surroundings of Kruse House Gardens. Scheduled for 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 13, 2024, this delightful event invites guests to unwind in the historic ambiance of 527 Main St. Indulge in a selection of teas and delectable treats while enjoying the…
DuPage County — The DuPage County Health Department (DCHD) has confirmed the first mosquito batches to test positive for West Nile virus (WNV) this year in DuPage County.The first WNV-positive pools of mosquitoes were collected in Bartlett on June 18 and then in Wood Dale on June 27. Now that WNV-positive mosquitos have been identified…
At the meeting on May 23, the West Chicago Garden Club presented a Lifetime Membership to Billie Childress. A long-time member, Billie has served the club in numerous capacities and has put her heart and soul into her most recent position of Kruse House Garden Chair, which she resigned at the end of 2023. The…
WEST CHICAGO, IL – As the much-anticipated cicada emergence sweeps across Illinois, residents in West Chicago find themselves in the midst of an unexpected phenomenon. Contrary to predictions and the widespread emergence reported in neighboring suburbs, cicada sightings in West Chicago have been notably sporadic, leaving locals puzzled and questioning the underlying causes. One potential…
WEST CHICAGO, IL – This past weekend was a vibrant and bustling time at We Grow Dreams Greenhouse and Garden Center, located on Washington Street. The greenhouse was alive with activity as customers flocked to purchase flowers, annuals, perennials, and vegetables for their gardens. The growing and gardening season is in full swing, and plants…
The West Chicago Garden Club’s May meeting will be held at St. Andrew Lutheran Church. (NE Corner of Prince Crossing and Geneva Road.) The May speaker will be Marcy Lautanen-Raleigh. In this month’s presentation, Edible Flowers, Marcy will delve into the world of edible flowers with her photo-based presentation. Discover the delicious flavors of Day…
Art will be displayed in Conservation World during the Illinois State Fair The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is hosting a cicada-themed art show during the Illinois State Fair, and it’s going to be a scream. Illinois is the epicenter of a rare double cicada brood emergence this summer, and IDNR wants to commemorate…
L – Illinois is the 20th state to discover the Asian longhorned tick (Haemaphysalis longicornis). The tick, considered an invasive species, was found on April 12 during routine active tick surveillance in Morgan County as part of an Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) grant-funded active tick surveillance program. Additional surveillance in the area on…
In conjunction with Healthy West Chicago, Gallery 200 will host a vegetable gardening class on Thursday, May 9th, between 7-8:00pm. Participants will receive seeds and a have a chance to win a gardening stool. Junto con Healthy West Chicago, Gallery 200 organizará una clase de horticultura el jueves 9 de mayo. 7-8:00 pm Los participantes…
We Grow Dreams Greenhouse and Garden Center has announced the winners of their Beautify Raffle and Fundraising initiative, all told, they raised about $4,000.00 through the fundraiser. The business hopes to be able to accomplish new projects with the added funding. Raffle Winners Announced: Kristen was the very first person to purchase raffle tickets, and…
The West Chicago Garden Club will meet Meet on April 25 at St Andrew Lutheran Church located at the northeast corner of Prince Crossing & Geneva Road in West Chicago. Topic: The Elegant Edible Garden Meeting Time: 6:45PM Arrive & Mingle 7:00PM, Business Meeting 7:15PM Program The April speaker will be horticulturalist and garden writer,…
As the snow has melted away and the temperatures begin to rise, it’s time to turn our attention to caring for the spring bulbs that we planted in the fall. Bulbs such as hyacinths, tulips, and daffodils are starting to bloom and displaying all their beauty, signaling the start of the official arrival of the…
Enter our Beautify Your World Cash Raffle to help We Grow Dreams Greenhouse and Garden Center beautify the aging infrastructure of our greenhouses! The greenhouse structures that We Grow Dreams operates in have truly begun to show their age – many of these have been standing for almost 30 years. We will be drawing 3…
Wellness Nights Join Healthy West Chicago once a month starting January 18 for a family fun night of wellness! Parents enjoy a free Zumba class while kids have fun in the kitchen preparing a healthy snack. Click here for more details. Virtual Community Cooking Classes Join in on a family fun virtual cooking class on…
This is a very exciting time of year for the do-it-yourself garden planners and planters. We Grow Dreams will be hosting its fourth annual seed swap event on Saturday, February 10th from 9 AM – 2 PM where we will have a large selection of vegetable seeds up for grabs along with herbs, annual flowers,…
The West Chicago Garden Club will host a program about seed starting indoors this week. Jan Gricus, an Illinois Master Gardener will discuss the necessary equipment and methods used for starting seeds indoors this winter, in preparation for Spring gardening. The class will take place tomorrow, Thursday, January 25 at St. Andrew Lutheran Church-151 N….
Healthy West Chicago has a full schedule of event programming on tap for the rest of this year, into 2024. From cooking classes to Zumba, something is appealing for all. Once a month they offer family cooking classes. Learn how to create wonderful, healthy meals to get your family on track for healthy, nutritious, and…
Gorgeous fall mums are in bloom at Windy Acres Farm. Hardy for chilly weather and easy to maintain this season. Find many colors and sizes todayThere are so many beautiful blooms your Instagram will love your pictures! Plus, Delivery is available with Errand Up! Order here >>> https://t.ly/uVsGI Windy Acres farm is located at 37W446…
“Great oaks from little acorns grow.” -This quote is often attributed to Geoffrey Chaucer, the English poet and author known for his renowned work “The Canterbury Tales.” In and around West Chicago this fall, oak trees are putting on an extraordinary show as they generously shower us with a bountiful mast of acorns. This is…
What kind of gardener are you? Ball experts help you find out with these 4 fall trends for 2023. As summer winds down and cooler temperatures emerge, it’s time to embrace the vibrant colors and bountiful rewards of fall gardening. What better time to dig into your gardening personality than the start of a new…
