The Morton Arb

Society members will be available to answer questions and provide planting advice. Some iris varieties will be available for purchase.

Saturday, June 1, 11:00 a.m.– 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 2, 10:00 a.m.– 5:00 p.m.
Sycamore Room

Stare in amazement at 10 larger-than-life insect sculptures. The sculptures are built using natural materials including trees, dried branches, roots and green saplings. Kids can pick up their free Official Bug Detective Guide and uncover the truth about bugs as they explore the exhibit. 

David Rogers' Big Bugs
May 10-September 8
7:00 a.m. -sunset
Free with Arboretum admission

Join us for these BUG-TASTIC events for the whole family!

Incredible Insects
June 8 & 9
11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Children's Garden
Get an up-close look at giant Madagascan hissing cockroaches, a leaf-mimicking praying mantis, a tarantula named Cecil, and more. Free with Arboretum admission.

Meet Ladybug Girl
June 22
10:00 a.m. – noon
The Arboretum Store
Meet and take photos with Ladybug Girl, get a sweet "ladybug" treat, color, craft, and have fun! Free with Arboretum admission.

Ladybug Picnic
June 30
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Parking Lot 20
Celebrate ladybugs with a picnic. Discover why they are beneficial to plants, make fun crafts, and join in a live ladybug release. #Y2016
Member: $18 per person (nonmember: $25) 

Edible Insects
July 14 & July 21
2:00 -3:30 p.m.
Sycamore Room
Insect cuisine is enjoyed in many parts of the world – do you dare to try it? Join us as we learn about the food chain, sample tasty insects, and make insect crafts. Note: Bug tasting is optional. #Y308
Member: $10 per person (nonmember: $17)

Spider City
July 20 & 21
11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Children's Garden
Join Brian Moskalik PhD, assistant professor of zoology at the University of St. Francis, to view local spiders, praying mantids, and exotic tarantulas. Free with Arboretum admission. 

Meet the Monarchs
August 6 & August 14
9:30 –11:00 a.m.
Children's Garden
Kids ages 3-5, with an adult, can join us as we act out the lifecycle from crawling caterpillars to fluttering beauties. We'll also play games and make a marvelous monarch craft. #Y305
Member: $18 per child (nonmember: $25) 

Monarch Madness
August 24
11:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m.
Children's Garden
Explore the wonderful world of monarch butterflies. Take a closer look at tiny butterfly eggs, view how scientists tag butterflies for research, and take home milkweed seeds to start your own butterfly feeding ground. Free with Arboretum admission.

Celebrate bugs in the Children's Garden daily from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
with these drop-in programs. Sponsored by Navistar.  

June
Lovely Ladybugs: Test your skills in a bug board game and make a ladybug mask.
Ants in your Plants: Learn about ants and make an a-maze-ing ant craft.

July
Splendid Spiders: Discover where spiders live and how they help gardens.
Grand Grasshoppers: Explore these little creatures and learn why they're so noisy.

August
From Water to Wings: Learn about dragonflies and make a winged craft.
Butterflies and Blossoms: Find out facts about butterflies and create a disguise.

The Looking Up cocktail hour will feature demonstrations by Arboretum arborists and, for the more adventurous guests, the opportunity to be elevated among the trees.

This event will support care for our world-renowned collections, important scientific tree research, and pioneering science education. Your gift supports the Arboretum as a place of inspiration and excellence.

Annual Dinner Party: Looking Up
Saturday, May 18, 2013
Cocktails 6:00 p.m., Arbor Court
Dinner 7:30 p.m., Visitor Center

Cocktail attire

TICKET PRICES

$350 per person

Table purchases and sponsorship opportunities are also available!
Table(s) at $10,000 – Ginkgo Supporter
Table(s) at $5,000 – Chestnut Supporter
Table(s) at $3,500 – Hawthorn Supporter

For more information, please contact Nancy Dowdell at 630-725-2027. 

LOOKING UP DRAWING

Drawing items
$20 per ticket or $100 for 6 tickets

• Catered Dinner for 10 at the Arboretum
  Private, catered dinner for 10 guests at the Arboretum, including a behind-the-scenes tour.
• Majestic Arboretum Tribute Tree
  Majestic tribute tree of your choice centrally located on the beautiful Arboretum grounds. 
• Arboretum All Access Package for Two
  Enjoy the Arboretum year-round with a Friend Level membership and tickets to Arboretum events including Wednesdays, Woods & Wine, Thursday Family Nights, and Chamber Concerts. Package also includes a "Hiking Chicagoland's Best Places" REI package with two sets of trekking poles, flashpacks, and certificates for an outdoor class.
• Private Event at the Children's Garden
  Host your own Children's Garden party! Package includes admission into the Arboretum for 20 guests, use of the picnic space for two hours, food and beverages, and party activities.
• Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Arboretum Package
  Enjoy a summer evening at the Arboretum featuring an open-air performance by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra June 27 or 29. Includes tickets for eight, with parking, premium lawn seating, picnic dinner with wine, and an invitation to the pre-concert private reception. At a later date (TBD), you'll also enjoy four tickets to a CSO concert at Symphony Center, including dinner.

Winners will be announced at the event.

2013 Dinner Party Committee
Amy Louis, Chair
Valencia Ray-Jackson and Darrell Jackson, Co-Chairs 

Mary Ann Anderson, Anna Ball, Sandy Becky, Ann Grube, Fanee Haleas, Carol Hancock, Iris Hannon, Chris Immelman, Sally Porter, Sherry Reum, and Catherine Slark 

Wednesday is the new Friday! Unwind after work while enjoying live music, drinks, a complimentary cheese buffet, and a menu offering an assortment of tapas plates to purchase. 

Every Wednesday, June 5-August 21
5:30-8:00 p.m.
Arbor Court

For adults 21 and over (no children allowed)

$10 member ($15 nonmember)
Ticket includes one drink, cheese buffet, and live music.

Members, bring your membership card to enjoy your discount.

Please bring your own lawn chair for relaxing outdoor seating.

Rain location: Event moves indoors with scenic view of Meadow Lake.

For nonmembers attending this event, Arboretum admission fee is waived after 4:30 p.m.
No reservations required.

Not a member? Join or renew today.

 
Musical lineup:
June 5: Five Guys Named Moe
June 12: Frank and Dave
June 19: 7th Heaven Acoustic
June 26: Shin Dig
July 3: Hifi Superstar
July 10: Rockin' Johnny
July 17: 28 Days
July 24: Frank and Dave
July 31: Jin and Tonic
August 7: Pirates Over 40
August 14: Lisa Rene Band
August 21: Midnight Band

Tour the Fragrance Garden and discover which plants offer the most appealing smells. Explore how incorporating fragrance alters the way we construct and appreciate gardens.

Saturday, July 13
8:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m.
Thornhill Education Center

Member $35/nonmember $43

REGISTER NOW
ONLINE
CALL 630-719-2468, Monday-Friday; 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
VISIT The Visitor Center, daily during regular hours   

Not a member? Join or renew now.

Sunday, July 21
11:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Thornhill Education Center

Member $60/nonmember $71 

REGISTER NOW

ONLINE
CALL 630-719-2468, Monday-Friday; 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
VISIT The Visitor Center, daily during regular hours   

Not a member? Join or renew today.