• Inside the Hive: An Introduction to Beekeeping

    Hornbaker Gardens 22937 County Rd. 1140 N, Princeton, IL, United States

    Join us for an engaging workshop with Five Points Apiculture exploring the fascinating world of bees and honey. This workshop blends science and storytelling to explain honeybee behavior, pollination, and how honey is made from flower to hive. Participants will gain insight into the care of honeybees,

  • Spring Container Porch Pots

    Hornbaker Gardens 22937 County Rd. 1140 N, Princeton, IL, United States

    Welcome Spring with a hands-on container gardening workshop at Hornbaker Gardens! In this session, participants will learn how to design and plant a beautiful container using fresh spring annuals. We'll cover plant selection, color and texture combinations, proper planting techniques, and care tips to keep your container

  • Prairie in a Pot Butterfly Garden

    Hornbaker Gardens 22937 County Rd. 1140 N, Princeton, IL, United States

    Join retired USDA Biologist and Pollinator Habitat Advocate Ellen Starr for a special pollinator-focused make-and-take workshop. During this informative and hands-on session, Ellen will talk about native plants and how they support and attract a variety of pollinators, including butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects. Participants will

  • Year Round Porch Pots

    Hornbaker Gardens 22937 County Rd. 1140 N, Princeton, IL, United States

    Learn how to create porch pots that look great in every season—and don't stop thriving when the weather changes. In this session with Carol, you'll design versatile porch containers using houseplants and select annuals that can transition indoors to overwinter when temperatures drop. Carol will walk you

  • Leaf Casting “Make & Take”

    Hornbaker Gardens 22937 County Rd. 1140 N, Princeton, IL, United States

    Leaf sculptures can add beauty to any garden or indoor environment. Completed samples will be shown for inspiration. You may bring your own leaves, but all materials will be provided. Your leaf castings can be used as ornaments, birdbaths, wall hangings, etc. Information will be given about

  • Awaken Your Curious Spirit

    Hornbaker Gardens 22937 County Rd. 1140 N, Princeton, IL, United States

    Observing songbirds at our backyard feeders, in neighborhood parks, or along wooded trails opens a window into a world full of subtle lessons and unforgettable moments. It naturally leads to the question posed by the teacher, and author Jon Young: So what does the robin know?