Program: A presentation on Water Garden and Shoreline Plants that can be used in the northern Illinois water garden. It will also include how to make rock flower pots that allow flowering aquatic plants to take nutrients out of the water to compete with algae. The speaker is Jeff Rugg who will be familiar
Due to the Coronavirus and closing of all restaurants, the March meeting is cancelled. Program: A Master of Bonsai will share his experiences as well as display a few of his trees. He will also design another as he speaks. Location: Home Run Inn Pizza, 7521 Lemont Rd, Darien IL 60561 Dinner: Pizza,
The April dinner meeting is cancelled due to the "Stay Home" mandate and restaurants not being open. The topic will be rescheduled. Program: Water Quality in Your Pond. What tests do you really need? Location: The Bohemian Crystal, 639 N Blackhawk Dr, Westmont IL (630) 789-1981 Dinner: To be Announced. Please make dinner reservations by
Due to stay-at-home restrictions, the May 15th meeting is cancelled. Program: Location: Chandler's Restaurant, 401 N Roselle, Schaumburg IL. Dinner: Please make dinner reservations by Tuesday, May 12, 2020 by calling the Club’s voice mail at (312) 409-2081 (opt 1) or Email charlene@mpks.org The dinner cost is $26.00 per person which includes the room fee,
Program: This meeting has been cancelled due to Covid 19 restrictions. Location: Home Run Inn Pizza, 7521 Lemont Rd, Darien IL 60561 Dinner: Pizza, appetizers, salads, and dessert with soft drinks. Please RSVP for the meeting by Tuesday, June 16, 2020 by calling the Club’s voice mail at (312) 409-2081 (opt 1) or Email charlene@mpks.org The
Program: Incredible Bats seeks to dispel the myths and fears of bats and other creatures you may encounter in your neighborhood and in the wild. We will present compelling evidence why bats are vital to our ecosystems around the world as well as the many benefits we humans get from bats doing what they
Program: A tour of the Klehm Arboretum and Botanical Garden. Location: Klehm Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 2715 S Main Street, Rockford IL. This event is on Saturday and not Friday evening. We will meet at the Garden at 9:30 AM. Our tour will begin at 10:00 AM. The cost of this event is
This is the last meeting of 2020. Program: Preparing for Fall and Winter Location: White Water Filters, 23 N Water Str, Batavia IL Details of Meeting: The meeting will be held Saturday Sept 19th from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The meeting will be held outside of Mike’s store. Bring your own chair. No chairs
The January 15th meeting is cancelled due to the Corona Virus. We are looking forward to meetings starting again in Spring.
The February 19th meeting is cancelled due to the Corona Virus. We are looking forward to meetings starting again in Spring.
Wannemakers has invited MPKS to participate in their 2021 spring show. In order for MPKS to have a club table at this event, we will need volunteers to staff the club table. The date of the Wannemakers spring show is Saturday March 13th and Sunday March 14th. The time slots for both Saturday and Sunday
The March 19th meeting is cancelled due to the Covid-19 virus.
Alsip Home & Nursery has invited MPKS to participate in their 2021 spring show. In order for MPKS to have a club table at this event, we will need volunteers to staff the club table. The date of the Alsip spring show is Saturday March 20th. The time slots for Saturday are 8:30 AM to
The first MPKS club meeting of the year. Program: How do I know I have a leak, how to locate the leak, how to fix the leak presented by Mike White of White Water Filters. Location: Chandler's Restaurant, 401 N Roselle, Schaumburg IL. Dinner: Garden salad, Roasted sirloin of beef, Orange roughy, Mostaccioli, Herb
Program: Designing a Flower Bed with Seasonal Interest - Have you ever seen a garden that just took your breath away? You visit again, two months later, and the garden is again in full glory. How do people do this? How do design a garden that offers visual interest through the seasons? This lesson will
Midwest Pond & Koi Auction this Spring. With the weather starting 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. The auction has about 40-50 fish and the starting price averages $20.
The June meeting will be held on SATURDAY June 19th at 2:30 PM. The Kloubec's will also be at The Hidden Gardens at 1:00 PM. Myron and Ellen will bring boxes of fish with them for sale. Program: Myron and Ellen Kloubec will be the guest speakers. They will answer questions about fish and fish
Program: Nicky Strahl with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources will speak on how to ensure humans and wildlife interactions have reduced conflicts whether it's in your backyard pond or while walking your pets. More details listed below. Location: White Water Filters, 23 N Water Street, Batavia IL Details of Meeting: The meeting will
A self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society North / Northwest Region 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. View Garden and Pond Tour in the events section for towns in this area and where to purchase a map. Saturday, July 17 North/Northwest - Waukegan, Glenview, Prospect Heights, Kildeer, Elgin, West Dundee, Rolling Meadows,
A self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society Central Region 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. View Garden and Pond Tour in the events section for towns in this area and where to purchase a map. Sunday, July 18 Central – Lombard, Carol Stream, River Forest, Oak Park, Riverside, North Riverside, Brookfield
A self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society Southwest / West Region 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. View Garden and Pond Tour in the events section for towns in this area and where to purchase a map. Saturday, July 24 Southwest/West – Lisle, Downers Grove, Wheaton, Bolingbrook, Naperville, Elburn, Geneva, Winfield, Batavia.
A self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society South Region 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. View Garden and Pond Tour in the events section for towns in this area and where to purchase a map. Sunday, July 25 South - Clarendon Hills, Burr Ridge, Willowbrook, Western Springs, Evergreen Park, Oak Lawn, Homer
Myron and Ellen Kloubec have extended an invitation to MPKS to visit their facility on Saturday August 7th. You must RSVP in order to attend. The agenda for the trip follows: Saturday: Arrive at Koi Farm at Noon. The dinner plans for Saturday evening is a dinner at the Kloubec farm at 7:00 PM. The
MPKS will have a guided tour of the Rotary Botanical Gardens on Saturday August 21st . The tour will start at 10:00 AM. The Rotary Garden is located in Janesville, WI. The address is 1455 Palmer Dr, Janesville WI. The drive is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes from the Naperville area. The garden has
The club picnic is planned for Sunday, August 29th 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.
Program: Preparing your pond for fall and winter. Location: Home Run Inn Pizza, 7521 Lemont Rd, Darien IL 60561 Dinner: Pizza, appetizers, salads, and dessert with soft drinks. Please make dinner reservations by Tuesday, September 14, 2021 by calling the Club’s voice mail at (312) 409-2081 (opt 1) or Email ccebulski@comcast.net. All reservations will
Program: A Master of Bonsai, Phil Malhiot will share his experiences as well as display a few of his trees. He will also design another as he speaks. MPKS 2021 Elections will be held at this meeting. Location: Chandler's Restaurant, 401 N Roselle, Schaumburg IL. Dinner: Garden salad, Grilled Herb Chicken, Italian Sausage w/roasted
The last MPKS dinner of the year is the Holiday Dinner on November 21st . The dinner will be held at Clara's Restaurant, 6550 S Route 53, Woodridge IL. The family style dinner will include salad, chicken limone w/primavera vegetables, pasta w/.sausage and peppers, desserts, and includes coffee, tea, and soda. Cash bar. Please make
Program: First meeting of the year. An open discussion about winter and your pond. Location: The Bohemian Crystal, 639 N Blackhawk Dr, Westmont IL (630) 789-1981 Dinner: Soup, breaded pork tenderloin, smoked butt, roast beef, mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, sweet sour cabbage, dumplings, fresh vegetable of day, homemade bread and rolls, and mixed desserts with
Program: Are you thinking about Upgrading or Updating your pond? Mike White of White Water Filters will review everything you need to think about for this process. Location: NEW LOCATION Home Run Inn Pizza, 1280 W Boughton Rd, Bolingbrook IL (Darien HRI under remodel) Dinner: Pizza, appetizers, salads, and dessert with soft
Program: Marshall Dirks will share the new Proven Winners plants for Spring – including the National Plants of the Year, annuals, perennials, shrubs, Proven Harvest veggies and the new Heart to Heart caladiums. Information about the speaker is available in these postings. Just click on the following pdf file names. GrowerTallks - Marshall Dirks
The Annual MPKS Bowling Night is Saturday Night April 30, 2022. The event will be held at Fox Bowl, 1101 Butterfield Rd, Wheaton IL Check in at 6:00 PM. Dinner will be served before bowling. We welcome contributions for the Dessert table. Followed by two hours of unlimited bowling starting at 7:00 PM. Shoes and
Program: Garden Insects. DuPage County has a wide variety of garden insects, many of which may call your garden home. Hear about some of the insects you are likely to find in your garden, what plants they prefer, what role they fill, and, good or bad, why they all matter to the local ecosystem
Tosai Auction May 21, 2022 Preview fish Noon Auction starts 1:00 PM Once 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. The auction has about 40-50 fish and
MPKS will have a club table on Saturday June 4th at White Water Filters. Location: White Water Filters 23 N Water Street, Batavia IL. The club table will be at White Water Filters from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. MPKS current members may pick up their FREE Pond Tour Map. The MPKS 2022 Pond Tour Maps
MPKS will have a club table on Sunday June 5th at Lurvey Garden Center. Location: Lurvey Garden Center 2550 E Dempster St, Des Plaines IL 60016 The club table will be at Lurvey Garden Center from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. MPKS current members may pick up their FREE Pond Tour Map. The MPKS 2022 Pond
MPKS will have a club table on Saturday June 11th at The Growing Place. Location: The Growing Place 2000 Montgomery Rd Aurora IL 60504 The club table will be at The Growing Place from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. MPKS current members may pick up their FREE Pond Tour Map. The MPKS 2022 Pond Tour Maps
The next MPKS meeting and fish sale is Saturday June 11th . Also, how to pick up your Pond Tour Map. The June meeting will be held on SATURDAY June 11th at 2:30 PM. Program: Myron and Ellen Kloubec will speak about fish and fish health in an informal setting answering questions. Please bring your
MPKS will have a club table on Saturday June 18th at Hawthorn Gardens. Location: Hawthorn Gardens 24481 N Old McHenry Rd, Hawthorn Woods IL 60047 The club table will be at Hawthorn Gardens from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. MPKS current members may pick up their FREE Pond Tour Map. The MPKS 2022 Pond Tour Maps
A self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society Central Region 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. View Garden and Pond Tour in the events section for towns in this area and where to purchase a map. Saturday, July 16 Central – Lombard, Carol Stream, Oak Brook, Elmhurst, River Forest, Berwyn, Riverside, Oak Park,
A self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society Southwest / West Region 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. View Garden and Pond Tour in the events section for towns in this area and where to purchase a map. Sunday, July 17 Southwest / West – Downers Grove, Lombard, Carol Stream, Naperville, Lisle, Elburn,
July 15th Club Meeting rescheduled to July 22nd due to rainy weather Program: Treating your fish. Location: 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. Dinner: Assorted Sub Sandwiches with some other goodies will be served. Cost is
A self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society South Region 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. View Garden and Pond Tour in the events section for towns in this area and where to purchase a map. Saturday, July 23 South - Bolingbrook, Plainfield, Willowbrook, Evergreen Park, Lemont, Frankfort, Orland Park, Schererville IN.
A self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society North / Northwest Region 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. View Garden and Pond Tour in the events section for towns in this area and where to purchase a map. Sunday, July 24 North / Northwest - Waukegan, Glenview, Hawthorn Woods, Elgin, Rolling Meadows, Arlington
August 20th Road Trip to Mitchell Park Domes in Milwaukee WI MPKS will have a guided tour of the Mitchell Park Domes on Saturday August 20th . This is the August MPKS meeting. The tour will start at 10:45 AM. The Mitchell Park Domes is located at 524 S Layton Blvd, Milwaukee WI. The
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
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
Program: Blanding’s Turtle: What We’re Doing to Help an Illinois Endangered Species Discover 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
The last MPKS dinner of the year is the Holiday and Awards Dinner on Sunday November 13th . Location: Chandler’s, 401 N Roselle, Schaumburg IL (Schaumburg Country Club) Dinner: Garden Salad, Sirloin of Beef, Parmesan crusted Salmon, Mostaccioli, potatoes, vegetables, and dessert. Coffee, tea, milk, and soda are included. Please make dinner reservations by Tuesday,
February 17th Club Meeting Program: Winter and your Pond open discussion. Location: Franconi’s / Fat Rickys, 646 N Independence Blvd, Romeoville IL Dinner: Salad, Chicken Parmesan, Penne with Meatballs, Baby Red Potatoes, Fresh Vegetable Medley, Dessert, Soft Drinks, and Coffee. Please make your dinner reservations by Tuesday, Feb 14, 2023 by calling the Club’s voice
March 17th Club Meeting Program: Spring start-up of your Pond Mike 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
April 21st Club Meeting Hydrangeas by Glen Grosch A 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
The Annual MPKS Bowling Night is Saturday Night April 29, 2023. The event will be held at Fox Bowl, 1101 Butterfield Rd, Wheaton IL Check in at 6:00 PM. Dinner will be served before bowling. We welcome contributions for the Dessert table. Followed by two hours of unlimited bowling starting at 7:00 PM. Shoes and
May 19th Club Meeting Koi Pond Water Management from an Aquaculturist’s Perspective. Pat Foley will present a very basic primer on water chemistry and how design and management of RAS production systems compare with Koi pond management. Location: Chandler’s, 401 N Roselle, Schaumburg IL (Schaumburg Country Club) Dinner: Garden Salad, Chicken Vesuvio, Mostaccioli w/ marinara, herb-roasted
Tosai Auction May 20, 2023 Preview fish Noon Auction starts 1:00 PM Once 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. The auction has about 40-50 fish. This
MPKS Saturday June 10th Meeting and Fish Sale The June meeting will be held on SATURDAY June 10th at 2:30 PM. The fish sale starts at 1:00 PM. Program: 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
MPKS will have a club table on June 17th at Hawthorn Gardens. Current MPKS members may pick up their 2023 Pond Tur Map. Memberships and Pond Tour Maps will be available for purchase to the public.
July 15th MPKS Pond Tour Sunday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM The cost is $20.00 per family and allows you to tour all four days. This is our 33rd year of MPKS members opening their backyards to the public. A self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society Southwest / West Region The
July 16th MPKS Pond Tour Sunday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM The cost is $20.00 per family and allows you to tour all four days. This is our 33rd year of MPKS members opening their backyards to the public. A self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society South Region The Garden and
July 21st Club Meeting Who’s Who of Owls Mark 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. Location: White Water Filters, 23 N Water Street,
July 22nd MPKS Pond Tour Sunday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM The cost is $20.00 per family and allows you to tour all four days. This is our 33rd year of MPKS members opening their backyards to the public. A self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society North / Northwest Region The
July 23rd MPKS Pond Tour Central Region Sunday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM The cost is $20.00 per family and allows you to tour all four days. This is our 33rd year of MPKS members opening their backyards to the public. A self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society Central Region The
The MPKS August club meeting will be a local outing on August 12th. MPKS will have a 2 hour guided tour of the Lincoln Park Conservatory and Lily Pool. The tour will start at 10:00 AM and the cost is $5.00 per person. Program: One hour guided tour of the Lily Pool and one hour
August 27th MPKS Annual Picnic The 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
October 20th Club Meeting A Pond's Patina -- Establishing and Maintaining This Critical Part of Your Pond's Ecosystem presented by Jamie Beyer of Midwest Waterscapes So, just what is a Pond’s Patina? Simply – it is the biofilm that forms on substrates where water is in constant contact with as long as certain conditions exist.
The last MPKS dinner of the year is the Holiday and Awards Dinner on Sunday November 12th . Location: Clara's, 6550 IL-53, Woodridge, IL Dinner: Insalata Caprese, Caesar Salad, Chcken Limone with Vegetables, Sausage and Peppers, Cheese Tortellini, Dessert, and Coffee or Tea. Please make dinner reservations by Sunday, November 5 , 2023 by calling the
The first 2024 meeting of the year is February 16th. Program: Open discussion about winter and your pond. Location: Paisans Pizzeria, 2901 Ogden Ave, Lisle, IL Meeting held in lower level of restaurant. Enter front door and turn right heading downstairs to meeting. Dinner: Pizza, appetizers, salad, and dessert with soft drinks. Please make your
March 15th Club Meeting Program: With 1000’s of hosta hybrids available to gardeners today, their sheer diversity insures them a place in every garden. Their origins, cultivation, and characteristics are presented by Tami Block, along with design considerations and her list of 20 landscape uses. The handout includes lists of popular and award-winning hostas to
This event is cancelled. The Annual MPKS Bowling Event is Sunday April 14, 2024. The event will be held at Fox Bowl, 1101 Butterfield Rd, Wheaton IL Check in at 1:00 PM. Dinner will be served before bowling. We welcome contributions for the Dessert table. Followed by two hours of unlimited bowling starting at 2:00
MPKS April 19th Club Meeting Program: Dragonflies and Damselfies: The Gardens Frequent Fliers Location: White Fence Farm, 1376 Joliet Road, Romeoville IL (815) 838-1152 Dinner: Farm Chicken OR Fried Shrimp served with baked potato, bean salad, cole slaw, cottage cheese, pickled beets, corn fritters, and dessert with coffee. Please make your dinner reservations by
MPKS June 22nd Road Trip to the Kloubec Koi Farm Amana IA Myron and Ellen Kloubec have invited MPKS and two other koi clubs to visit the Kloubec Koi Farm on Saturday June 22nd. The plan for the day follows: Arrive at farm 11:30 AM Lunch at noon from Chick-fil A $10 per person. During
MPKS July 19th Club Meeting Due to the crazy weather - heat, humidity, and rain, we decided to move the meeting indoors. Note the earlier time also - starting at 6:30 PM. Program: Ponds, Equipment, and Fish. Location: White Fence Farm, 1376 Joliet Road, Romeoville IL (815) 838-1152 Dinner: Farm Chicken OR Fried Shrimp
Friday August 16th Club Meeting Program: Urban Coyote Location: Chandler’s, 401 N Roselle, Schaumburg IL (Schaumburg Country Club). 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 Dinner: Salad, Chicken Vesuvio, Italian Sausage with Peppers, Mostaccioli with Marinara, Cavatappi
August 25th MPKS Annual Picnic has been CANCELLED.
Saturday September 21st Club Meeting Program: Presentation on Monarch Butterflies and Mushrooms. Location: A member's house in Brookfield IL. When you sign up for the meeting, you will receive the address. Meeting is outside in backyard. Dinner: Potluck Lunch. When you sign up for the meeting, please state what you will bring for the potluck
The October 18th Club Meeting is Friday evening. Program: Preparing your pond for fall and winter. Members will talk about how they prepare their ponds for the season. Location: Paisans Pizzeria, 2901 Ogden Ave, Lisle, IL Meeting held in lower level of restaurant. Enter front door and turn right heading downstairs to meeting. Dinner: Pizza, appetizers,
The last MPKS dinner of the year is the Holiday Dinner on Sunday November 10th Location: Chandler’s, 401 N Roselle, Schaumburg IL (Schaumburg Country Club). 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. Elevator to 2nd
MPKS February 21st Club Meeting Note the earlier time also - starting at 6:30 PM. Program: First meeting of 2025. Open Discussion. Location: White Fence Farm, 1376 Joliet Road, Romeoville IL (815) 838-1152 Dinner: Farm Chicken OR Fried Shrimp served with baked potato, bean salad, cole slaw, cottage cheese, pickled beets, corn fritters, and
MPKS March 21st club meeting Program: Illinois’ Wild and Wonderful Early Bloomers There’s nothing like a blast of beautiful wildflower color after a long winter! Hear stories about our earliest spring wildflowers, their folklore and their uses throughout history by Native Americans and early settlers. Be inspired to add some Illinois wildflowers to your
New date, New day, New time The April 26th club meeting will be held on Saturday April 26th, at 1:30 PM. Program: The first presentation will be about Water. Lake Michigan, well, and pond. Everything you need to know, and then some. The second presentation will ask if you have the right filtration for your
The Equipment Auction is on Saturday June 7th. The Auction starts at 12:00 PM. The following is a list of items available at the Equipment Auction. If you are interested in something, please email back to us. Matsuda Koi Nets – (1) 4’, (1) 6’, and (1) 10’ W.Lim Stainless high-output UV sterilizer + extra bulb Pumps: (3)
This June, MPKS members are invited to join fellow club members in a one-day outing to LaSalle IL. The group will attend the I&M Canal Boat Tour with a visit to the gorgeous Weber Gardens! Experience a relaxing and educational ride on the I&M Canal, then sip mimosas in the I&M Canal Visitor Center’s Vintage
Wannemakers is hosting a Premier Koi Event on Saturday July 12th. Myron and Ellen Kloubec from Kloubec Koi Farm will be bringing fish in for this event. They will also be answering questions about Koi fish. MPKS will be participating at this event with a club table. Wannemakers is located 1940 Ogden Ave in Downers
A self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society North / Northwest Region 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. View Garden and Pond Tour in the events section for towns in this area and where to purchase a map. Saturday, July 19th North / Northwest - Glenview, Hawthorn Woods, Streamwood, Rolling Meadows, Arlington Heights,
A self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society Central Region 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. View Garden and Pond Tour in the events section for towns in this area and where to purchase a map. Sunday, July 20 Central – Lombard, River Forest, Riverside, Oak Brook, Oak Park, and Brookfield.
A self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society Southwest / West Region 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. View Garden and Pond Tour in the events section for towns in this area and where to purchase a map. Saturday, July 26th Southwest/West – Lisle, Wheaton, Downers Grove, Carol Stream, Naperville, Yorkville, and Elburn.
A self guided tour of the Midwest Pond & Koi Society South Region 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. View Garden and Pond Tour in the events section for towns in this area and where to purchase a map. Sunday, July 27th South - Bolingbrook, Minooka, Homer Glen, Lynwood, Willowbrook, Western Springs, Evergreen Park, Oak Lawn, Orland
Program: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of it All. Three long time members and ponders reflect on their experiences. Location: The meeting will be held at the Cornerstone Faith Church Community Center in Bloomingdale IL. The address is 118 First Street, Bloomingdale IL. The community center is located at the corner of First
Saturday September 20th Club Meeting Program: Since 1979, Phil Malhiot has been collecting, developing and showing his award-winning Bonsai trees. Phil will join us, sharing some of his collection, and demonstrate pruning techniques and will talk about shaping, wiring, pots, and all that is involved in the process of developing a Bonsai tree Location: A member's house
The MPKS October 17th Club Meeting Program: Planning and Preparing your Pond for Fall and Winter Location: Chandler’s, 401 N Roselle, Schaumburg IL (Schaumburg Country Club). 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. Elevator to 2nd floor.
The last MPKS dinner of the year is the Holiday and Awards Dinner on Sunday November 9th . Location: Clara's, 6550 IL-53, Woodridge, IL Dinner: Insalata Caprese, Caesar Salad, Chicken Limone with Vegetables, Sausage and Peppers, Rotini w/Sauce, Dessert, and Coffee or Tea. Please make dinner reservations by Sunday, November 2 , 2025 by calling the
The February Club meeting will be held on Saturday February 21st, at 1:30 PM. Program: Winter Sowing Workshop presented by Dolly Foster, is a method of starting seeds outdoors, in the winter. Learn how to grow seeds without having to purchase shelves and lights . Bring a 1-gallon milk or water jug to make your own.
The MPKS club table will be at the 2026 Spring Show at Wannemaker's Garden Center in Downers Grove IL. The hours are 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday March 14th and Sunday March 15th. Please stop by and visit our club table.
The March Club meeting will be held on Friday March 20th, at 6:30 PM. Program: Starting up the pond in Spring discussion. Location: White Fence Farm, 1376 Joliet Road, Romeoville IL (815) 838-1152 Dinner: Farm Chicken OR Fried Shrimp served with baked potato, bean salad, cole slaw, cottage cheese, pickled beets, corn fritters, and ice cream for
The MPKS April 17th Club Meeting Program: We all love our koi ponds, but is your pond becoming an endless chore? John Underwood of Underwood Water Gardens will speak about his passion for building beautiful ponds and simplifying our goal of achieving balanced ecosystems the way nature intended. Location: Chandler’s, 401 N Roselle, Schaumburg IL (Schaumburg
Tosai Auction May 16, 2026 Preview fish Noon Auction starts 1:00 PM Once 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. The auction has about 40-50 fish. This
The MPKS June 19th Club Meeting Program: From Bland to Grand: Tips for Revitalizing a Landscape. Considering a partial update or a complete landscape overhaul? Thinking of reconfiguring the gardens around your pond? Ann Baker will cover practical tips for approaching your dream project, review basic landscape design elements, and offer some creative ways to
Wannemakers Koi Day June 27th. Saturday June 27th, Wannemakers is hosting Kloubec Koi Farm for a Premier Koi Day, Kloubec's will be bringing in assorted size koi for purchase. The event will be from 9 AM to 5 PM. Wannemakers is located at 1940 Ogden Ave in Downers Grove IL. MPKS will also have a
MPKS July 17th Club Meeting Note the earlier time also - starting at 6:30 PM Program: Open discussion on your pond and summer. Location: White Fence Farm, 1376 Joliet Road, Romeoville IL (815) 838-1152 Dinner: Farm Chicken OR Fried Shrimp served with baked potato, bean salad, cole slaw, cottage cheese, pickled beets, corn fritters, and
The August Club meeting will be held on Friday August 21st, at 7:00 PM. Program: TBA Location: Cornerstone Faith Church Community Center, 118 First Street, Bloomingdale IL. The community center is located at the corner of First Street and Bloomingdale Rd. Menu: TBA