Northtown Garden Society
Chicago, Illinois
It's SPRING!!!
Before...
After!
Dave and Hank
An Excursion to The Wild Mile
Gardening
Coming Events
2026
is about enjoying the smell of things growing in the soil, getting dirty without feeling guilty and generally taking the time to soak up a little peace and serenity.
~ Lindley Karstens
NGS News
February
Thursday, February 5, 2026; 7:00 PM, Warren Park Field House, Chicago
The Common Nighthawk
Edward Warden, COS President, Nighthawk Project, will present a program about the Common Nighthawk; what makes them tick, why are they disappearing, and what's being done to save them right here in Chicago. Common Nighthawks are one of the fastest declining bird species in North America.
The Northtown Garden Society hopes you will join us to learn more.
Refreshments are appreciated
All are welcome, non members are asked to donate $5.00
March
Thursday, March 5, 2026; 7:00 PM, Warren Park Field House, Chicago
A Virtual Tour of Graceland Cemetery
Amanda Piotrowski, AKA Mandy Crypt, will be our guest speaker. She will give us a virtual tour of Graceland Cemetery. Mandy is a researcher and historian who embraces the weird and entertaining side of history. Join us for an entertaining and informative eveni.
Refreshments are appreciated
All are welcome, non members are asked to donate $5.00
April
Monday, April 20, 2026; tour at 10:30 AM; Meet at Warren Park at 9:00 AM for car-pooling
A Visit to The Chicago High School For Agricultural Sciences
Located at 3857 W. 111th Street, Chicago.
The principal, Mr. Hook, has prepared a program for us which includes lunch.
Please RSVP to elmannaberg@gmail.com by Monday, April 13. Let me know if you are available to serve as a driver for the carpool.
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"The Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences is being looked at as a model for schools of this kind in other cities across the country. Our school serves as a model not only for its innovative curriculum, but also for dropout prevention and exceptional student motivation. We combine an academic learning environment with hands-on practice in a way that maximizes student success. CHSAS is a public school with a private school feeling. So, welcome to our school! "
Thursday, April 2, 2026; 7:00 PM, Warren Park Field House,
Chicago
Evolution of the Keeler Gardens
Gina Iliopoulos, advocate for environmental equity, will present the evolution of Keeler Gardens, from urban garden to urban oasis. Join us for an entertaining and informative evening,
Refreshments are appreciated
All are welcome, non members are asked to donate $5.00
In late October, a group of NGS members - Ivah Urbanski, Sig Schmidt, Jan Spitzer, Shelly Greenberg and Donna Vernier - visited the Wild Mile Floating Ecopark after hearing about its development and progress at the October meeting.
January
Thursday, January 8, 2026; 7:00 PM, Warren Park Field House, Chicago
Winter Social
We are getting together for Coffee, Dessert and Conversation. Please bring something sweet to share.
Join in a White Elephant Exchange, Bring something to get something.
Let's celebrate the prospect of a new year of community, health and prosperity together. All ideas are wanted,