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Chicago Grows Food is working to reduce barriers to gardening, helping people take back ownership over the food system.

By providing the tools to grow their own food, we are increasing food security, and improving mental and physical health. Visit https://linktr.ee/chicagogrowsfood for additional information.

09/01/2026

“When the world wearies and society fails to satisfy, there is always the garden." - Minnie Aumonier

September Gardening Community Events
9.2.2026 | Nourishing Communities with FresherTogether Roosevelt University Cook County Health - tinyurl.com/nourishpanel
9.9.2026 | Lunch & Grow about Growing Year Round in Chicago - https://www.chicagogrowsfood.org/lunchandgrow/
9.12.2026 | Fall Nature Fest with Forest Preserves of Cook County, WasteNot, Global Gardens Brookfield Zoo Chicago - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fall-nature-fest-tickets-1993549096011
9.25.2026 | Harvest Fest with Casa Central
9.26.2026 | Chicago Plant & Flower Festival in partnership with Chicago Flower Market and Casa Central - https://www.chiflowermarket.com/festival

08/26/2026

Tips for keeping your garden thriving throughout the season.

08/18/2026

Zucchini Pasta is a delicious way to use all those zucchini you grew!

Late August In Season Produce: Apples, Artichokes, Beans, Bell Pepper, Berries, Carrots, Cauliflower, Corn, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Garlic, Grapes, Herbs, Horseradish, Leeks, Lettuce, Melons, Nectarines, Okra , Onions, Peaches, Peas, Plums, Potatoes, Pumpkins, Radishes, Rhubarb, Squash, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes, Turnips

08/11/2026

August Gardening Activities. There are lots of things you can still sow and make sure to remove plants that are no longer producing. Thanks to Sow True Seed and Chicago Community Gardeners Association - CCGA for keeping us on track.

Check out and to get your seeds!

08/05/2026

“Whenever you are creating beauty around you, you are restoring your own soul." - Alice Walker

August Gardening Community Events
8.8.2026 | Pedals & Produce Bike Ride with - bit.ly/PPCBR
8.12.2026 | Lunch & Grow about Horticultural Therapy - https://www.chicagogrowsfood.org/lunchandgrow/
8.13.2026 | Movie in the Garden with .chicago - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/austin-eats-for-movie-in-the-garden-2026-build-tickets-1993928133723
8.20.2026 | Produce Safety in the City with - https://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/food-safety-wash-pack-field-day-bronzeville/
8.22.2026 | Garfield Park Garden Network Tour with - https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/XCodwMGiMqmkgCXmGjf4yA

07/31/2026

"Revolution is based on land. Land is the basis of all independence. Land is the basis of freedom, justive, and equality." - MalcolmX

Help us increase access to land and give people the tools to feed themselves for life!

Shout out to our suppliers - and Cowsmo Compost

07/29/2026

You might need to feed your soil. Here are some tips for adding nutrients to your garden this summer. Right after a big rain a great time to do it!

Content courtesy of University of Illinois Extension and University of Minnesota Extension

07/24/2026

Did you guess June's crop?! Try July's - what plant produces this beautiful flower?

Plant photo courtesy of ! Stop by their farm stand on Wednesday's 12pm-3pm.

07/21/2026

Orzo with vegetables is a great way to mix all of your favorite produce!

Late July Produce in Season: Apples, Artichokes , Beans, Bell Pepper, Berries , Cabbage, Carrots , Cherries , Corn , Eggplant, Garlic, Grapes, Horseradish, Leeks, Melons, Nectarines, Okra , Onions , Peaches, Peas, Plums, Potatoes, Radishes, Rhubarb, Squash, Tomatoes, Turnips

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