South Barrington
Garden Club
South Barrington,
Illinois
2022
Programs
Members of the public are welcome to attend any of our programs. For more information, send us a message from our contact page.
Meetings begin at 9:30 am with a program to follow.
All events begin or are held at the South Barrington Park District
on the tennis club side unless noted below.
5 Tennis Club Lane
South Barrington, IL
January 6
PowerPoint Presentation
"Creativity in the Garden"
by Carol Chicorski
Carol speaks regularly for the Chicago Flower and Garden Show and often manages their seminars on-site during the show. She has been published in Chicagoland Gardening Magazine and is past president of the Elk Grove Village Garden Club.
An exciting collection of gardening favorites from oh-so-many gardeners. Favorites from local pros and celebs – everyone from the director of the Chicago Flower & Garden Show to Chicago Botanic Garden experts and more. This presentation is from the 2017 Chicago Flower and Garden Show.
Lunch: Lucky Monk
100 W. Higgins Road
South Barrington, IL
February 3
Demonstration
"Tips for the Lazy Gardener"
by Cindy Tyley
Cindy is the owner of Carriage House Garden Design by Cindy Tyley. She has a certificate in landscape design and is a member of Landscape Design Association and the Western Springs Garden Club.
Discover useful ways to save time, energy and money while gardening. This show and tell presentation demonstrates tips for both indoor and outdoor gardening throughout the year.
Lunch: Claim Jumpers
20610Sutton Road
Hoffman Estates, IL
March 3
Slide Presentation
"Hydrangeas"
Glenn Grosch
A colorful and fact-filled presentation on successfully growing hydrangeas in the Chicago area. Each of six species will be covered as to hardiness, light requirements, and moisture needs. The issues of how to prune for flower display and how to manage the blue/pink will be discussed in clear detail. This very popular presentation is “one of a kind” in the Chicago area.
An experienced horticulturist and entertaining lecturer with strong academic credentials, Glenn has been on the Chicago Botanic Garden teaching staff since 1997 and has been offering programs through the Garden Clubs of Illinois since 1999. He has been a certified arborist. His presentations have a high educational content with an emphasis on understanding both the “why and the how” – yet remain fast paced.
Lunch: Pinstripes
100 W. Higgins Road
South Barrington, IL
April 7
Make It and Take It
"Spring Floral Arrangement"
Peggy Garvin
Enjoy the fresh floral arrangement you make during this program or simply watch others participating. The cost per person will be approximately $25 per person. Registration is required.
Peggy has been a florist for over 40 years and has owned Garvin Gardens since 1985. Garvin Gardens does flowers for weddings, parties, funerals and special occasions. Peggy also does interior plantscaping and some gardening projects. She has been teaching floral design classes for 28 years.
Lunch: Georgio's
100 W. Higgins Road
South Barrington, IL
May 5
PowerPoint Presentation
“Herbs and Veggies”
Presented by Barbara Collins
Learn how to grow the most popular vegetables and herbs with ease. Then add in some of the new and unusual ones. Whether you are planting in the ornamental garden or growing them for culinary purposes, Barb will inspire you.
Barb earned a master’s degree in Horticulture from the University of Illinois, Urbana, and is the published author of two books: Landscaping Herbs and Professional Interior Plantscaping. Grow the most popular vegetables and herbs with ease. Then add in some of the new and unusual ones. Whether you are planting in the ornamental garden or growing them for culinary purposes, Barb will inspire us.
if you choose to participate
Back by popular demand, we will be making
Lunch: Mago Grill & Cantina
100 W. Higgins Road
South Barrington, IL
Thanks to the Men's & Women's
Garden Club of Minneapolis
for this photo!
June 2
Presentation
“Preparing Your Plants for a Flower Show”
Presented by an accredited Flower Show Judge
SBGC Fundraiser Final Touches
Members bring cuttings from their garden or house plants and an accredited judge will give hints on how to prepare an entry for the upcoming State Flower Show at the Chicago Botanic Gardens on August 5 - 6, 2022.
Following this short program, we will put the finishing touches on preparations for our fundraiser which is scheduled for June 18, 2022.
Lunch: Eggology Cafe
100 W. Higgins Road
South Barrington, IL
July 7
PowerPoint Presentation
"Native Orchids of Illinois"
Anita Bierbaum
Meet at 10:00 am
at the Hut by the outdoor tennis courts
Did you know there are 45 orchids that are native to our state? Several are endangered. Learn about growing needs of several species.
In addition, we will be reviewing our June fundraiser. Give your feedback about what worked, what could be changed and what you would like to see in the future.
August 4
Carpool
Cantigny Park and Gardens
15151 Winfield Road
Wheaton, IL
Meet at the Park District at 9:00 am
Meet at the Park District or meet us at Cantigny for a tour of the gardens. Since our last visit, Cantigny has initiated a major renovation of their gardens. Cantigny 's mission is to promote the beauty, enjoyment and education of horticulture and to protect our natural environment.
Cantigny has one of the largest display gardens in the Midwest with more that 160,000 annuals, perennials, ground covers and flowering shrubs and trees. The majority of the plant seen throughout the gardens are estate-grown inside Cantigny's renowned greenhouse. We will be treated to a tour of this facility.
Lunch:At Cantigny
September 1
Outdoor Meeting
Meet at Citizens' Park
Off of Bartlett Road
South Barrington, IL
at 10:30 am
To Enter Citizens' Park, Turn into The South Barrington Conservancy and continue to the farthest parking lot. We will meet at the shelter in the Park.
We will tour our Butterfly Garden, and assess its needs. In addition we will tour the other gardens in the Conservancy.
Lunch: Provided by the the club. Bring the beverage of your choice.
Please let us know if you are coming so we can plan accordingly. Click button below to send us a message. New and prospective members welcome.
October 6
Bees & Honey
Learn about the importance of bees in our environment. Taste some local honey and learn about the benefits of honey
November 3
Annual Meeting
Election of Officers
Join us in making adorable snowmen
centerpieces for a local nursing home!
Lunch: Coopers Hawk
December 1
Member Holiday Party
Details to follow
Please check back for further information.
