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SUMMARY:MPKS 2023 Annual Picnic
DESCRIPTION:August 27th  MPKS Annual Picnic  \nThe club picnic is planned for Sunday\, August 27th at Andrew Toman Grove\, W. 27th & Des Plaines Avenue\, North Riverside. The picnic site entrance is on Des Plaines and the park is open from dawn to dusk with a pavilion and picnic tables. The park is great for games or just relaxing with friends. Feel free to bring yard games. Also\, your own lawn chairs. Coolers are welcome! \nThis year we are grilling brats and hot dogs and we ask for a side dish\, dessert\, or any other nibble you may wish to bring. Lunch will be served at 1:30 PM. Please RSVP by August 22nd\, if you plan to attend. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://mpks.org/event/mpks-2023-annual-picnic/
LOCATION:Andrew Toman Grove\, W. 27th and Desplaines Ave\, Riverside\, IL\, 60546\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230812T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230812T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T190214Z
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SUMMARY:MPKS August 2023 Club Meeting and Local Outing
DESCRIPTION:The MPKS August club meeting will be a local outing on  August 12th. \nMPKS will have a 2 hour guided tour of the Lincoln Park Conservatory and Lily Pool. \nThe tour will start at 10:00 AM and the cost is $5.00 per person. \nProgram:  One hour guided tour of the Lily Pool and one hour guided tour of the Lincoln Park Conservatory. \nLocation:  Lincoln Park Conservatory\, 2391 N Stockton Drive\, Chicago IL \nPublic parking is available for $30 a day in the lot directly behind the Conservatory at 2391 N Stockton Dr. The lot entrance is on Stockton Dr just south of Fullerton Pkwy. Street parking may also be available on Stockton or Cannon Drives between Diversey and Fullerton Parkways. \n 
URL:https://mpks.org/event/mpks-august-2023-club-meeting/
LOCATION:Lincoln Park Conservatory\, 2430 N Cannon Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230723T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230723T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20230127T224434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T164340Z
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SUMMARY:MPKS 2023 Pond Tour Central Region
DESCRIPTION:July 23rd MPKS Pond Tour Central Region \nSunday  9:00 AM to 5:00 PM \nThe cost is $20.00 per family and allows you to tour all four days. \nThis is our 33rd year of MPKS members opening their backyards to the public. \nA self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society Central Region \nThe Garden and Pond Tour is divided into regions to help minimize the travel time and increase your enjoyment of leisurely visiting the gardens and ponds. The Tour is self-guided\, so you may pick and choose to visit one or all of the many beautiful gardens and ponds. \nView Gardens and Ponds in the towns of  Lombard\,  River Forest\,  Riverside\, North Riverside\,  Brookfield.
URL:https://mpks.org/event/mpks-2023-pond-tour-central-region/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230722T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230722T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20230127T224349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T164536Z
UID:5650-1690016400-1690045200@mpks.org
SUMMARY:MPKS 2023 Pond Tour North/Northwest Region
DESCRIPTION:July 22nd MPKS Pond Tour \nSunday  9:00 AM to 5:00 PM \nThe cost is $20.00 per family and allows you to tour all four days. \nThis is our 33rd year of MPKS members opening their backyards to the public. \nA self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society North / Northwest Region \nThe Garden and Pond Tour is divided into regions to help minimize the travel time and increase your enjoyment of leisurely visiting the gardens and ponds. The Tour is self-guided\, so you may pick and choose to visit one or all of the many beautiful gardens and ponds. \nView Gardens and Ponds in the towns of  Waukegan\, Glenview\,  Hawthorn Woods\,  Rolling Meadows\, Buffalo Grove\, Arlington Heights\,  Hanover Park\,  Northbrook\, West Dundee\, Chicago.
URL:https://mpks.org/event/mpks-2023-pond-tour-north-northwest-region/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230721T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230721T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20230127T221150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T200617Z
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SUMMARY:MPKS July 2023 Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:July 21st Club Meeting \nWho’s Who of Owls \nMark Spreyer award winning naturalist from the Stillman Nature Center reveals the truth about many of our North American owls and other raptors. Owls’ amazing hunting adaptations are explained. Special feathered guests illustrate just who’s who!  Live birds presentation. \nLocation:  White Water Filters\, 23 N Water Street\, Batavia IL. The meeting will be held outside of Mike’s store. Dinner at 7:00 PM. Meeting to follow. \nDinner: Assorted Sub Sandwiches with sides will be served. Cost is $18.  RSVP is required for you to eat.   Please RSVP by Tuesday\, July 18\, by calling the Club’s voice mail at (312) 409-2081 (opt 1) or Email on MPKS web site on contacts page. \nBring your own chair. No chairs will be provided.
URL:https://mpks.org/event/5629/
LOCATION:White Water Filters\, 23 N Water Street\, Batavia\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230716T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230716T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20230127T224113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T164751Z
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SUMMARY:MPKS 2023 Pond Tour South Region
DESCRIPTION:July 16th MPKS  Pond Tour \nSunday  9:00 AM to 5:00 PM \nThe cost is $20.00 per family and allows you to tour all four days. \nThis is our 33rd year of MPKS members opening their backyards to the public. \nA self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society South Region \nThe Garden and Pond Tour is divided into regions to help minimize the travel time and increase your enjoyment of leisurely visiting the gardens and ponds. The Tour is self-guided\, so you may pick and choose to visit one or all of the many beautiful gardens and ponds. \nView Gardens and Ponds in the towns of Bolingbrook\,  Shorewood\,  Willowbrook\, Evergreen Park\, Oak Lawn\,  Lemont\, Frankfort\, Orland Park\,  Western Springs\, Chicago.
URL:https://mpks.org/event/mpks-2023-pond-tour-south-region/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20230127T224019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T164900Z
UID:5645-1689411600-1689440400@mpks.org
SUMMARY:MPKS 2023 Pond Tour Southwest/West Region
DESCRIPTION:July 15th MPKS Pond Tour \nSunday  9:00 AM to 5:00 PM \nThe cost is $20.00 per family and allows you to tour all four days. \nThis is our 33rd year of MPKS members opening their backyards to the public. \nA self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society Southwest / West Region \nThe Garden and Pond Tour is divided into regions to help minimize the travel time and increase your enjoyment of leisurely visiting the gardens and ponds. The Tour is self-guided\, so you may pick and choose to visit one or all of the many beautiful gardens and ponds. \nView Gardens and Ponds in the towns of  Downers Grove\, Lombard\,  Carol Stream\,  Naperville\, Yorkville\, Elburn\, Batavia\, Wheaton.
URL:https://mpks.org/event/mpks-2023-pond-tour-southwest-west-region/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230617T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230617T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20230615T195730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230615T200106Z
UID:5769-1686994200-1687014000@mpks.org
SUMMARY:MPKS Club Table at Hawthorn Gardens June 17th
DESCRIPTION:MPKS will have a club table on June 17th at Hawthorn Gardens. \nCurrent MPKS members may pick up their 2023 Pond Tur Map. \nMemberships and Pond Tour Maps will be available for purchase to the public. \n 
URL:https://mpks.org/event/mpks-club-table-at-hawthorn-gardens/
LOCATION:Hawthorn Gardens\, 24481 N Old McHenry Rd\, Hawthorn Woods\, IL\, 60047\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230610T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230610T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20230127T220458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T185730Z
UID:5627-1686402000-1686412800@mpks.org
SUMMARY:MPKS June 2023 Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:MPKS Saturday June 10th  Meeting and Fish Sale \nThe June meeting will be held on SATURDAY June 10th at 2:30 PM. The fish sale starts at 1:00 PM. \nProgram:  Myron and Ellen Kloubec will do a question and answer session about fish and fish health. Questions may be submitted beforehand or you may bring your questions. \nPlease bring your own chair for the meeting.  MPKS current members may pick up their FREE Pond Tour Map. \nPlease bring your own water or soda.  No refreshments will be served.  At The Growing Place\, head towards evergreens\, through gate\, to the barn. \nJune 10th Fish Sale \nThe Kloubec Koi Farm is bringing fish in for the fish sale. Myron and Ellen will be setting up vats for you to select fish from. \nThe fish sale starts at 1:00 Pm at The Growing Place\,  2000 Montgomery Rd\, Aurora IL.  The fish sale will be in the barn. \nAfter entering The Growing Place\, head for trees and shrubs in the back\, little red shed\, gate open to barn. \nBring a box or cooler to take fish bag home in.
URL:https://mpks.org/event/mpks-june-2023-club-meeting/
LOCATION:The Growing Place\, 2000 Montgomery Rd\, Aurora\, IL\, 60504\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230520T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20230127T223711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T162247Z
UID:5643-1684587600-1684594800@mpks.org
SUMMARY:MPKS 2023 Tosai Auction
DESCRIPTION:Tosai Auction May 20\, 2023 \nPreview fish Noon    Auction starts 1:00 PM \nOnce the weather starts to warm up\, we look forward to the MPKS Tosai Auction. The club holds this event to allow MPKS members to purchase a high quality koi fish at a better price. \nThe auction has about 40-50 fish. This year the tosai koi will be supplied by Myron and Ellen Kloubec of Kloubec Koi Farm in Amana Iowa. There will be a nice selection of koi fish including long fin koi. \nThis event is for current MPKS members. If your membership is not current\, you may renew or join at the check in table on Saturday May 20th. \nLocation:  138 Valley Drive\, Bolingbrook IL
URL:https://mpks.org/event/mpks-2023-tosai-auction/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230519T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230519T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20230127T215200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T162129Z
UID:5625-1684522800-1684531800@mpks.org
SUMMARY:MPKS May 2023 Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:May 19th Club Meeting \nKoi Pond Water Management from an Aquaculturist’s Perspective. \nPat Foley will present a very basic primer on water chemistry and how design and management of RAS production systems compare with Koi pond management. \nLocation:  Chandler’s\, 401 N Roselle\, Schaumburg IL (Schaumburg Country Club) \nDinner:  Garden Salad\, Chicken Vesuvio\, Mostaccioli w/ marinara\, herb-roasted potatoes\, vegetables\, and dessert. Coffee and hot tea is included. \nPlease make dinner reservations by Tuesday\, May 16\, 2023 by calling the Club’s voice mail at (312) 409-2081 (opt 1) or Email from web site contacts page. The dinner cost is $30.00 per person including tax\, tip\, and room fee.  Dinner starts at 7:00 PM.  Meeting starts at 8:00 PM. A $5 charge for attendees of meeting not having dinner.
URL:https://mpks.org/event/mpks-may-2023-club-meeting/
LOCATION:Chandler’s\, 401 N Roselle\, Schaumburg\, IL\, 60194
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20230330T231708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T231708Z
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SUMMARY:Annual MPKS Bowling Night  April 29th
DESCRIPTION:The Annual MPKS Bowling Night is Saturday Night April 29\, 2023. \nThe event will be held at Fox Bowl\, 1101 Butterfield Rd\, Wheaton IL \nCheck in at 6:00 PM.\nDinner will be served before bowling. We welcome contributions for the Dessert table. \nFollowed by two hours of unlimited bowling starting at 7:00 PM.\nShoes and bowling ball included if you need them. \nBowling and Dinner $35.00      Dinner only $19.00       Bowling only $17.00 \nPlease RSVP by April 22nd. \nPlease join us for a fun night. Even if you don’t bowl\, we can cheer the bowlers on!
URL:https://mpks.org/event/annual-mpks-bowling-night-april-29th/
LOCATION:Fox Bowl\, Wheaton\, 1101 Butterfield Rd\, Wheaton\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230421T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230421T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20230127T214712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T221513Z
UID:5623-1682103600-1682112600@mpks.org
SUMMARY:MPKS April 2023 Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:April 21st Club Meeting \nHydrangeas by Glen Grosch \nA colorful and fact-filled presentation on successfully growing hydrangeas in the Chicago area. Each of six species will be covered as to hardiness\, light requirements\, and moisture needs. The issues of how to prune for flower display and how to manage the blue/pink will be discussed in clear detail. This very popular presentation is “one of a kind” in the Chicago area. \nLocation:  Paisans Pizzeria\, 2901 Ogden Ave\, Lisle\, IL Meeting held in lower level of restaurant. Enter front door and turn right heading downstairs to meeting. No Handicap entrance. \nDinner: Pizza\, appetizers\, salad\, and dessert with soft drinks. \nPlease make your dinner reservations by Tuesday\, April 18\, 2023 by calling the Club’s voice mail at (312) 409-2081 (opt 1) or Email from web site contacts page. \nThe dinner cost is $30.00 per person which includes tax\, tip\, and room fee. Dinner 7:00 PM. Meeting 8:00 PM. Meeting only Attendees $5.
URL:https://mpks.org/event/mpks-april-2023-club-meeting/
LOCATION:Paisans Pizzeria\, 2901 Ogden Ave\, Lisle\, IL\, 60532
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230317T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230317T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20230127T214303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T223558Z
UID:5621-1679079600-1679088600@mpks.org
SUMMARY:MPKS March 2023 Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:March 17th Club Meeting \nProgram: Spring start-up of your Pond \nMike White of White Water Filters will talk about what is best for your pond in the spring whether you have a koi pond or a water garden or something in between. No one can tell you that you will not have problems in the early spring but Mike will help you prevent your pond from having or help you thru problems you might have. \nLocation:  Chandler’s\, 401 N Roselle\, Schaumburg IL (Schaumburg Country Club) \nDinner:  Garden Salad\, Mostaccioli w/ marinara\, Corn Beef\, potatoes\, vegetables\, and dessert. Coffee\, tea\, milk\, and soda are included \nPlease make dinner reservations by Tuesday\, March 14\, 2023 by calling the Club’s voice mail at (312) 409-2081 (opt 1) or Email from web site contacts page. The dinner cost is $30.00 per person including tax\, tip\, and room fee.  Dinner starts at 7:00 PM.  Meeting starts at 8:00 PM. A $5 charge for attendees of meeting not having dinner.
URL:https://mpks.org/event/mpks-march-2023-club-meeting/
LOCATION:Chandler’s\, 401 N Roselle\, Schaumburg\, IL\, 60194
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230217T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20230127T213204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T221647Z
UID:5619-1676660400-1676669400@mpks.org
SUMMARY:MPKS February 2023 Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:February 17th Club Meeting \nProgram:  Winter and your Pond open discussion. \nLocation:  Franconi’s / Fat Rickys\, 646 N Independence Blvd\, Romeoville IL \nDinner: Salad\, Chicken Parmesan\, Penne with Meatballs\, Baby Red Potatoes\, Fresh Vegetable Medley\, Dessert\, Soft Drinks\, and  Coffee. \nPlease make your dinner reservations by Tuesday\, Feb 14\, 2023 by calling the Club’s voice mail at (312) 409-2081 (opt 1) or Email from web site contacts page. \nThe dinner cost is $30.00 per person which includes tax\, tip\, and room fee. Dinner 7:00 PM. Meeting 8:00 PM. Meeting only Attendees $5.
URL:https://mpks.org/event/mpks-february-2023-club-meeting/
LOCATION:Member’s House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221113T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20220804T223018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T165220Z
UID:5559-1668344400-1668353400@mpks.org
SUMMARY:MPKS Holiday and Awards Dinner - November 13th 2022
DESCRIPTION:The last MPKS dinner of the year is the Holiday and Awards Dinner on Sunday November 13th . \nLocation:  Chandler’s\, 401 N Roselle\, Schaumburg IL (Schaumburg Country Club) \nDinner: Garden Salad\, Sirloin of Beef\, Parmesan crusted Salmon\, Mostaccioli\, potatoes\, vegetables\, and dessert. Coffee\, tea\, milk\, and soda are included. \nPlease make dinner reservations by Tuesday\, November 8\, 2022 by calling the Club’s voice mail at (312) 409-2081 (opt 1) or Email ccebulski#comcast.net. The dinner cost is $28.00 per person including tax\, tip\, and room fee.  Event starts at 1:00 PM. \nAll dinner reservations will be confirmed. \nDirections:  The restaurant is located in the Schaumburg Country Club. Major crossroads are Roselle and Higgins. Meeting in Pebble Beach room. Enter by Club Pro Shop
URL:https://mpks.org/event/mpks-holiday-dinner-november-13th-2022/
LOCATION:Chandler’s\, 401 N Roselle\, Schaumburg\, IL\, 60194
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221021T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221021T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20220209T001124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T192520Z
UID:5396-1666378800-1666387800@mpks.org
SUMMARY:October 21st Club Meeting - 2022
DESCRIPTION:Program:  Blanding’s Turtle: What We’re Doing to Help an Illinois Endangered Species \nDiscover the Forest Preserve District’s work to help the state-endangered Blanding’s turtle. Hear about how the restoration of habitat supports this species and learn about our partnership with other agencies to help this turtle recover in the greater Chicago area. Then\, find out about how you can help the Blanding’s turtle\, too! \nLocation:  Franconi’s / Fat Rickys  646 N Independence Blvd\, Romeoville IL \nDinner:    Salad\, Italian Roasted Chicken\, Penne with Meatballs\, Fresh Vegetable Medley\, Desserts\, Soft Drinks\, and  Coffee. \nPlease make dinner reservations by Tuesday\, October  18\, 2022 by calling the Club’s voice mail at (312) 409-2081 (opt 1) . All dinner reservations will be confirmed. \nThe dinner cost is $28.00 per person which includes tax\, tip\, and room fee.   Dinner starts at 7:00PM.  Meeting starts at 8:00PM. \nAttendees not having dinner will be charged a $5 fee to contribute towards the room fee. \nAll dinner reservations will be confirmed. \nDirections:  The restaurant is located on the west side of Rt 53.
URL:https://mpks.org/event/october-21st-club-meeting-2022/
LOCATION:Franconi’s / Fat Rickys\, 646 N Independence\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20220209T000844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T220510Z
UID:5394-1663354800-1663363800@mpks.org
SUMMARY:September 16th Club Meeting - 2022
DESCRIPTION:Program:  What do you know about birds in your neighborhood? What do you want to know about birds? Who is that visitor to your bird feeder? Is he a resident or just passing through? From your backyard to lake front parks\, the Chicago region is home to many feathered delights. In fall many migrants stop by our parks\, forest preserves and neighborhoods. We will offer some tips on identifying residents and visitors and learning more about their lives by enjoying their fascinating behavior. Some places to explore beyond your yard\, tips on feeder types and maintenance\, and time for questions will be included. \nThis topic will be presented by John Elliott\, a retired Cook County Forest Preserve naturalist and member of the Chicago Audubon Society board. \nLocation: Paisans Pizzeria 2901 Ogden Ave\, Lisle\, IL  Meeting held in lower level of restaurant. Enter front door and turn right heading downstairs to meeting. \nDinner:  Pizza\, appetizers\, salad\, and dessert with soft drinks. \nPlease make dinner reservations by Tuesday\, September 13\, 2022 by calling the Club’s voice mail at (312) 409-2081 (opt 1) or Email ccebulski@comcast.net. All reservations will be confirmed. \nThe dinner cost is $28.00 per person which includes tax\, tip\, and room fee.  Dinner starts at 7:00PM.  Meeting starts at 8:00PM. \nAttendees not having dinner will be charged a $5 fee to contribute towards the room fee.
URL:https://mpks.org/event/september-16th-club-meeting-2022/
LOCATION:Paisans Pizzeria\, 2901 Ogden Ave\, Lisle\, IL\, 60532
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220828T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220828T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20220116T215709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T212744Z
UID:5368-1661688000-1661706000@mpks.org
SUMMARY:MPKS August 28th Club Picnic 2022
DESCRIPTION:The club picnic is planned for Noon on Sunday\, August 28th at Andrew Toman Grove\, W. 27th & Des Plaines Avenue\, North Riverside.  The picnic site entrance is on Des Plaines and the park is open from dawn to dusk with a pavilion and picnic tables.  The park is great for games or just relaxing with friends.  Feel free to bring yard games. Also your own lawn chairs. \nCoolers are welcome! This year we are grilling brats and hot dogs and we ask for a side dish\, dessert\, or any other nibble you may wish to bring. Lunch will be served at 1:30 PM. \nPlease RSVP  by August 22nd\, if you plan to attend. \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://mpks.org/event/mpks-august-28th-club-picnic-2022/
LOCATION:Andrew Toman Grove\, W. 27th and Desplaines Ave\, Riverside\, IL\, 60546\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220820T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220820T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20220707T184930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220707T184930Z
UID:5526-1660991400-1661004000@mpks.org
SUMMARY:August 20th Club Meeting and Road Trip
DESCRIPTION:August 20th   Road Trip to Mitchell Park Domes in Milwaukee WI \n MPKS will have a guided tour of the Mitchell Park Domes on Saturday August 20th . This is the August MPKS meeting. \nThe tour will start at 10:45 AM. The Mitchell Park Domes is located at 524 S Layton Blvd\, Milwaukee WI. The drive is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes from the Naperville area. \nThe garden has 3 domes – floral\, tropical\, and desert with water features. The cost is $10.00 per person for admission and tour guide. \n  \nAfter the tour\, you may join us for a 1:00 PM lunch at Miss Katie’s Diner located at 1900 W Clybourn St\, Milwaukee WI. The diner is 1.5 miles from the Domes. \nThe lunch menu is House salad\, Choice of a sandwich – Grilled Chicken\, Burger or Cheeseburger\, Mediterranean Chicken\, or Tuna melt on whole wheat. A choice of a side – French fries\, Coleslaw\, or Vegetable. \nA dessert and soda are included . The cost of $18.00 includes lunch\, tax\, and tip. \n  \nPlease RSVP to Charlene by August 14th if you plan on attending the tour OR the tour and lunch.
URL:https://mpks.org/event/august-20th-club-meeting-and-road-trip/
LOCATION:Mitchell Park Domes\, 524 S Layton Blvd\,\, Milwaukee\, WI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220724T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20220209T003238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220529T190634Z
UID:5408-1658653200-1658682000@mpks.org
SUMMARY:July 24th North/Northwest Region Pond Tour
DESCRIPTION:A self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society North / Northwest Region 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. \nView Garden and Pond Tour in the events section for towns in this area and where to purchase a map. \nSunday\, July 24  North / Northwest –  Waukegan\, Glenview\,  Hawthorn Woods\, Elgin\,  Rolling Meadows\, Arlington Heights\,  Hanover Park\,  Streamwood\, Chicago.
URL:https://mpks.org/event/july-24th-north-northwest-region-pond-tour/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220723T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220723T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20220209T002459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220529T190722Z
UID:5402-1658566800-1658595600@mpks.org
SUMMARY:July 23rd South Region Pond Tour
DESCRIPTION:A self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society South Region 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. \nView Garden and Pond Tour in the events section for towns in this area and where to purchase a map. \nSaturday\, July 23  South – Bolingbrook\,  Plainfield\,  Willowbrook\, Evergreen Park\, Lemont\, Frankfort\, Orland Park\,  Schererville IN. \n 
URL:https://mpks.org/event/july-23rd-south-region-pond-tour/
LOCATION:IL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220722T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220722T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20220707T184433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T173856Z
UID:5524-1658516400-1658523600@mpks.org
SUMMARY:July 15th Club Meeting Rescheduled to July 22nd
DESCRIPTION:July 15th Club Meeting rescheduled to July 22nd due to rainy weather\nProgram:  Treating your fish.\nLocation:  White Water Filters\, 23 N Water Street\, Batavia IL.  The meeting will be held outside of Mike’s store. Dinner at 7:00 PM. Meeting to follow.\nDinner: Assorted Sub Sandwiches with some other goodies will be served. Cost is $15.  RSVP is required for you to eat.   Please RSVP by Tuesday\, July 19\, by calling the Club’s voice mail at (312) 409-2081 (opt 1) .\nBring your own chair. No chairs will be provided.
URL:https://mpks.org/event/july-15th-club-meeting/
LOCATION:White Water Filters\, 23 N Water Street\, Batavia\, IL\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220717T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220717T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20220209T002718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220529T190826Z
UID:5404-1658048400-1658077200@mpks.org
SUMMARY:July 17th Southwest/West Region Pond Tour
DESCRIPTION:A self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society Southwest / West Region 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. \nView Garden and Pond Tour in the events section for towns in this area and where to purchase a map. \nSunday\, July 17  Southwest / West – Downers Grove\, Lombard\,  Carol Stream\,  Naperville\, Lisle\, Elburn\, Batavia. \n 
URL:https://mpks.org/event/jult-17th-southwest-west-region-pond-tour/
LOCATION:IL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220716T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220716T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20220209T003012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220529T190917Z
UID:5406-1657962000-1657990800@mpks.org
SUMMARY:July 16th Central Region Pond Tour
DESCRIPTION:A self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society Central Region 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. \nView Garden and Pond Tour in the events section for towns in this area and where to purchase a map. \nSaturday\, July 16  Central  – Lombard\,  Carol Stream\, Oak Brook\, Elmhurst\, River Forest\,  Berwyn\, Riverside\, Oak Park\,  Brookfield. \n 
URL:https://mpks.org/event/july-16th-central-region-pond-tour/
LOCATION:IL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220618T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220618T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20210211T232443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220604T035911Z
UID:5062-1655553600-1655568000@mpks.org
SUMMARY:MPKS Club Table June 18th  Hawthorn Gardens\,  Hawthorn Woods IL
DESCRIPTION:MPKS will have a club table on Saturday June 18th at Hawthorn Gardens. \nLocation:  Hawthorn Gardens  24481 N Old McHenry Rd\, Hawthorn Woods IL 60047 \nThe club table will be at Hawthorn Gardens from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. \nMPKS current members may pick up their FREE Pond Tour Map. \nThe MPKS 2022 Pond Tour Maps will also be available for purchase. \nStop by to visit or pick up information about the club and it’s activities. \nLooking forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://mpks.org/event/mpks-club-table-4/
LOCATION:Hawthorn Gardens\, 24481 N Old McHenry Rd\, Hawthorn Woods\, IL\, 60047\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220611T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220611T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20220126T235706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220607T212341Z
UID:5378-1654952400-1654963200@mpks.org
SUMMARY:June 11th Club Meeting and Fish Sale - 2022
DESCRIPTION:The next MPKS meeting and fish sale is Saturday June 11th . Also\, how to pick up your Pond Tour Map. \nThe June meeting will be held on SATURDAY June 11th at 2:30 PM. \nProgram:  Myron and Ellen Kloubec will speak about fish and fish health in an informal setting answering questions. Please bring your questions. \nLocation:   The Growing Place\,  2000 Montgomery Rd\, Aurora IL 60504 \nThe meeting will be held in the barn. The meeting starts at 2:30 PM.  There will be a raffle. \nAfter entering The Growing Place\, head for trees and shrubs in the back\, little red shed\, gate open to barn. \nPlease bring your own chair for the meeting.  MPKS current members may pick up their FREE Pond Tour Map. \nPlease bring your own water or soda.  No refreshments will be served. \nPlease make reservations by calling the Club’s voice mail at (312) 409-2081 (opt 1) or Email ccebulski@comcast.net . \n  \nJune 11th Fish Sale  \nThe Kloubec Koi Farm is bringing fish in for the fish sale. Myron and Ellen will be setting up vats for you to select fish from. \nThe fish sale starts at 1:00 Pm at The Growing Place\,  2000 Montgomery Rd\, Aurora IL.  The fish sale will be in the barn. \nAfter entering The Growing Place\, head for trees and shrubs in the back\, little red shed\, gate open to barn. \nBring a box or cooler to take fish bag home in. \n   \nPond Tour Maps \n Pond Tour Maps are available for current members to pick up. Maps may be picked up at my house in Lisle. Maps may also be picked up at the Garden Center Tables or the June meeting. \nVolunteers will be recruited to help deliver maps in your town or a neighboring town. \nDue to high costs of gas and postage\, every member needs to participate. The Garden Center tables are \nJune 4th – White Water Filters\, 23 North Water Str\, Batavia IL.  10:00 AM to 4:00 PM \nJune 5th – Lurvey’s Garden Center\, 2550 E Dempster St\, Des Plaines IL   12:00 PM to 4:00 PM \nJune 11th – The Growing Place\, 2000 Montgomery Rd\, Aurora IL   1:00 PM to 4:00 PM \nJune 18th – Hawthorn Gardens\, 24481 N Old McHenry Rd\, Hawthorn Woods IL   12:00 PM to 4:00 PM \nIf you live in a town near one of these locations\, please stop by and pick up your map. \nFrom my house in Lisle\, anytime. Just email me you are coming over. \nIf you prefer to have your map mailed\, a $2 charge will be required. \nThe MPKS 2022 Pond Tour Maps will also be available for purchase. \nStop by to visit or pick up information about the club and it’s activities. \nLooking forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://mpks.org/event/june-club-meeting-2022/
LOCATION:The Growing Place\, 2000 Montgomery Rd\, Aurora\, IL\, 60504\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220611T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220611T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20210211T232540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220604T035952Z
UID:5064-1654952400-1654963200@mpks.org
SUMMARY:MPKS Club Table  June 11th  The Growing Place\, Aurora IL
DESCRIPTION:MPKS will have a club table on Saturday June 11th at The Growing Place. \nLocation:  The Growing Place  2000 Montgomery Rd Aurora IL 60504 \nThe club table will be at The Growing Place from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. \nMPKS current members may pick up their FREE Pond Tour Map. \nThe MPKS 2022 Pond Tour Maps will also be available for purchase. \nStop by to visit or pick up information about the club and it’s activities. \nLooking forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://mpks.org/event/mpks-club-table-5/
LOCATION:The Growing Place\, 2000 Montgomery Rd\, Aurora\, IL\, 60504\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220605T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220605T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20210211T232718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220604T035647Z
UID:5066-1654430400-1654444800@mpks.org
SUMMARY:MPKS Club Table  June 5th  Lurvey Garden Center\, Des Plaines IL
DESCRIPTION:MPKS will have a club table on Sunday June 5th at Lurvey Garden Center. \nLocation:  Lurvey Garden Center 2550 E Dempster St\, Des Plaines IL 60016 \nThe club table will be at Lurvey Garden Center from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. \nMPKS current members may pick up their FREE Pond Tour Map. \nThe MPKS 2022 Pond Tour Maps will also be available for purchase. \nStop by to visit or pick up information about the club and it’s activities. \nLooking forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://mpks.org/event/mpks-club-table-6/
LOCATION:Lurvey Garden Center\, 2550 E Des Plaines St\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220604T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162352
CREATED:20210211T232225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220604T040032Z
UID:5060-1654336800-1654358400@mpks.org
SUMMARY:MPKS Club Table  June 4th  White Water Filters\, Batavia IL
DESCRIPTION:MPKS will have a club table on Saturday June 4th at White Water Filters. \nLocation: White Water Filters  23 N Water Street\, Batavia IL. \nThe club table will be at White Water Filters from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. \nMPKS current members may pick up their FREE Pond Tour Map. \nThe MPKS 2022 Pond Tour Maps will also be available for purchase. \nStop by to visit or pick up information about the club and it’s activities. \nLooking forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://mpks.org/event/mpks-club-table-3/
LOCATION:White Water Filters\, 23 N Water Street\, Batavia\, IL\, United States
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