Annual Events

ANNUAL EVENTS

Each year we offer a number of annual events.  They are listed below in chronological order.   We will post each on our home page when as time becomes closer.  We hope to see you at many of these events. 

KidsFest

KidsFest and George the Parrot’s Birthday are celebrated the first Sunday in March.  Included are educational activities, crafts, and a birthday party for George.  Free to the community.  Join the fun at KidsFest on March 4, 2012 from noon- 4:00 pm!

Plant Sale

The Plant Sale is a two-day event held the first weekend in May.  The first day of the sale is for FOPCON members only (you can join that day) and the second day is for all.  Plants for sale include a multitude of vegetables, herbs and flowers.  Almost all of the plants are grown in the Conservatory greenhouses. Stop in for many varieties of tomatoes, basil, geraniums, hellebores, ground covers and much more. 2012 dates are May 4 from 1:00 – 7:00 for FOPCON members only and May 5 from 8:00 – 4:00 for all.

Plant Exchange – Spring Perennial Plant & Seedling Exchange

Drop off a plant or seedling at the Conservatory and come away with another plant or seedling.  The Plant Exchange is an excellent way to improve your garden.  And it is free.  The Spring event is May 12, 2012. 

A Day in Our Village

The Village of Oak Park holds A Day in Our Village the first Sunday in June in Scoville Park.  Over a hundred local organizations participate.  Stop by the FOPCON booth, pick up a small plant and talk with FOPCON members and Master Gardeners.  This year’s Day in Our Village is June 3, 2012.

Garden Walk

The Oak Park River Forest Garden Walk is a joint project of FOPCON and the Garden Club of  Oak Park and River Forest.   Tickets are available at the Conservatory and from a number of merchants in Oak Park and River Forest.  Each year eight different private gardens are open to the public.  Plan to attend this lovely event on Sunday, July 1, 2012.  It runs from 9:30-3:30.

Plant Exchange – Fall Perennial and Houseplant Exchange

Drop off a plant – garden or house — at the Conservatory and come away with another plant.  The Plant Exchange is an excellent way to improve your garden or indoor display.  And it is free. Saturday, September 8, 2012. 

Holiday Faire

The Holiday Faire, sponsored by the Park District of Oak Park, is held the first Sunday in December.  It is an open house and craft fair free to the community. This year it is December 2, 2012.