October West Cook Chapter Meeting
October Wild Ones Meeting
Dr. Neafsey from Save the Prairie Society will speak about the history of Wolf Road Prairie (Westchester, IL), its restoration, the plants, and appropriate native plants in the home landscape.
E.J. Neafsey was born and raised in Chicago (a north sider). Recently retired as Professor of Neuroscience and Director of the Neuroscience Graduate Program, he and his wife Shonagh have been volunteering at Wolf Road Prairie for 8 years and enjoying nature, including gardening, hiking, birding, and photography. Dr. Neafsey brings an extensive knowledge of ecology and nature to his presentation.
If you were not able to attend Septembers meeting at Cheney Mansion for the Green Community Connections Green Living and Learning Tour for the Seed Swap, please bring seeds or some envelopes (we can make envelopes quickly too out of paper or wax paper) to share or exchange seeds.
Dominican University is accessible by public transportation, bike, and we can also set up car-pooling too.