Chicago Flower and Garden Show Tour

Navy Pier

Chicago Flower and Garden Show Tour  The theme of the Chicago Flower and Garden show this year “Flowertales – the story grows on”. The show runs from March 21st through

September Club Meeting

Home Run Inn Pizza 7521 Lemont Rd, Darien, Ill

Program:   Don’t Use the Worst First:  Integrated Pest Management (IPM) for the Home Gardener Learn environmentally friendly pest management techniques and receive advice on the safe use of pesticides in

October Club Meeting

The Bohemian Crystal 639 N Blackhawk Dr, Westmont , IL, United States

Program:    An open discussion on Winter and Ponds. Elections will be held at this meeting. Location:  The Bohemian Crystal, 639 N Blackhawk Dr, Westmont IL (630) 789-1981 Dinner:   Beef

Volunteer Appreciation Dinner

Clara's 6550 Route 53, Woodridge, IL, United States

Volunteer Appreciation Dinner The Midwest Pond and Koi Society is hosting the 23rd  Annual Volunteer Appreciation dinner on Sunday, December 8, 2019 at 1:00 pm. This dinner is to honor

First Meeting of 2020 – January 17th

Member's House

Program:  What filters actually do for your water presented by Myron and Ellen Kloubec of Kloubec Koi Farm.  Location:  The Bohemian Crystal, 639 N Blackhawk Dr, Westmont IL (630) 789-1981

Annual Bowling Event February 1st

Eden Lanes 10159 W Cermak Rd, Westchester, IL, United States

All MPKS members and their families are invited to participate in our Annual Bowling Event. This event will be held Saturday evening, February 1st at Eden Lanes, 10159 W Cermak

February Club Meeting

Chandler's 401 N Roselle, Schaumburg, IL

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

March Club Meeting

Home Run Inn Pizza 7521 Lemont Rd, Darien, IL, United States

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

April Club Meeting

The Bohemian Crystal 639 N Blackhawk Dr, Westmont , IL, United States

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

May Club Meeting

Chandler's 401 N Roselle, Schaumburg, IL

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

June Club Meeting

IL, United States

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

July Club Meeting

White Water Filters 23 N Water Street, Batavia, IL, United States

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

August Club Meeting

Klehm Arboretum and Botanical Garden 2715 S Main Str, Rockford, IL, United States

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

$10

September Club Meeting

White Water Filters 23 N Water Street, Batavia, IL, United States

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

January 2021 Club Meeting

The January 15th meeting is cancelled due to the Corona Virus. We are looking forward to meetings starting again in Spring.

February 2021 Meeting

The February 19th meeting is cancelled due to the Corona Virus. We are looking forward to meetings starting again in Spring.

MPKS Club Table

Wannemakers 1940 Ogden Ave, Downers Grove, IL, United States

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

March 2021 Club Meeting

The March 19th meeting is cancelled due to the Covid-19 virus.  

MPKS Club Table

Alsip Home & Nursery 20601 S LaGrange Rd, Frankfort, IL, United States

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

April 2021 Club Meeting

Chandler's 401 N Roselle, Schaumburg, IL

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

May 2021 Club Meeting

White Fence Farm 1376 Joliet Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

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

MPKS Auction

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

June 2021 Club Meeting

The Hidden Gardens 16W658 S Frontage Rd, Willowbrook, il

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

July 2021 Club Meeting

White Water Filters 23 N Water Street, Batavia, IL, United States

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

North / Northwest Region Pond Tour

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

Central Region Pond Tour

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

Southwest / West Region Pond Tour

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

South Region Pond Tour

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

Kloubec Koi Farm Road Trip

Kloubek Koi farm 1375 Baxter Ave NW, Amana, IA, United States

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

August 2021 Club Meeting / Local Road Trip

Rotary Botanical Garden 1455 Palmer Dr, Janesville, WI

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,

MPKS Club Picnic August 29th

Andrew Toman Grove W. 27th and Desplaines Ave, Riverside, IL, United States

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

September 2021 Club Meeting

Home Run Inn Pizza 7521 Lemont Rd, Darien, Ill

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

October 2021 Club Meeting

Chandler's 401 N Roselle, Schaumburg, IL

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

November 2021 Holiday Dinner

Clara's 6550 Route 53, Woodridge, IL, United States

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

February 18th Club Meeting – 2022

Member's House

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

March 18th Club Meeting – 2022

Home Run Inn Bolingbrook 1280 W Boughton Rd, Bolingbrook

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

April 15th Club Meeting – 2022

Chandler's 401 N Roselle, Schaumburg, IL

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

Bowling Night – April 30th

Fox Bowl, Wheaton 1101 Butterfield Rd, Wheaton, IL, United States

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

May 20th Club Meeting 2022

White Fence Farm 1376 Joliet Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

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

Tosai Auction 2022

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

MPKS Club Table June 4th White Water Filters, Batavia IL

White Water Filters 23 N Water Street, Batavia, IL, United States

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

MPKS Club Table June 5th Lurvey Garden Center, Des Plaines IL

Lurvey Garden Center 2550 E Des Plaines St, Des Plaines, IL, United States

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

MPKS Club Table June 11th The Growing Place, Aurora IL

The Growing Place 2000 Montgomery Rd, Aurora, IL, United States

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

June 11th Club Meeting and Fish Sale – 2022

The Growing Place 2000 Montgomery Rd, Aurora, IL, United States

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

MPKS Club Table June 18th Hawthorn Gardens, Hawthorn Woods IL

Hawthorn Gardens 24481 N Old McHenry Rd, Hawthorn Woods, IL, United States

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

July 16th Central Region Pond Tour

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

July 17th Southwest/West Region Pond Tour

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

July 15th Club Meeting Rescheduled to July 22nd

White Water Filters 23 N Water Street, Batavia, IL, United States

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

July 23rd South Region Pond Tour

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

July 24th North/Northwest Region Pond Tour

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

August 20th Club Meeting and Road Trip

Mitchell Park Domes 524 S Layton Blvd,, Milwaukee, WI

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

MPKS August 28th Club Picnic 2022

Andrew Toman Grove W. 27th and Desplaines Ave, Riverside, IL, United States

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

September 16th Club Meeting – 2022

Paisans Pizzeria 2901 Ogden Ave, Lisle, IL

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

October 21st Club Meeting – 2022

Franconi's / Fat Rickys 646 N Independence, Romeoville, IL

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

MPKS Holiday and Awards Dinner – November 13th 2022

Chandler's 401 N Roselle, Schaumburg, IL

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

MPKS February 2023 Club Meeting

Member's House

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

MPKS March 2023 Club Meeting

Chandler's 401 N Roselle, Schaumburg, IL

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

MPKS April 2023 Club Meeting

Paisans Pizzeria 2901 Ogden Ave, Lisle, IL

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

Annual MPKS Bowling Night April 29th

Fox Bowl, Wheaton 1101 Butterfield Rd, Wheaton, IL, United States

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

MPKS May 2023 Club Meeting

Chandler's 401 N Roselle, Schaumburg, IL

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

MPKS 2023 Tosai Auction

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

MPKS June 2023 Club Meeting

The Growing Place 2000 Montgomery Rd, Aurora, IL, United States

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

MPKS Club Table at Hawthorn Gardens June 17th

Hawthorn Gardens 24481 N Old McHenry Rd, Hawthorn Woods, IL, United States

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

MPKS 2023 Pond Tour Southwest/West Region

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

MPKS 2023 Pond Tour South Region

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

MPKS July 2023 Club Meeting

White Water Filters 23 N Water Street, Batavia, IL, United States

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

MPKS 2023 Pond Tour North/Northwest Region

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

MPKS 2023 Pond Tour Central Region

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

MPKS August 2023 Club Meeting and Local Outing

Lincoln Park Conservatory 2430 N Cannon Dr, Chicago, IL, United States

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

MPKS 2023 Annual Picnic

Andrew Toman Grove W. 27th and Desplaines Ave, Riverside, IL, United States

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

MPKS October 2023 Club Meeting

Chandler's 401 N Roselle, Schaumburg, IL

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

MPKS 2023 Holiday and Awards Dinner

Clara's 6550 Route 53, Woodridge, IL, United States

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

MPKS February 16th Meeting

Paisans Pizzeria 2901 Ogden Ave, Lisle, IL

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

MPKS March 15th Club Meeting

Chandler's 401 N Roselle, Schaumburg, IL

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

Cancelled MPKS Bowling Event April 14th

Fox Bowl, Wheaton 1101 Butterfield Rd, Wheaton, IL, United States

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

April 19th MPKS Club Meeting

White Fence Farm 1376 Joliet Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

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

MPKS 2024 Tosai Auction and May Meeting

Tosai Auction May 18, 2024 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

MPKS Road Trip June 22nd

Kloubek Koi farm 1375 Baxter Ave NW, Amana, IA, United States

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

July 19th MPKS Club Meeting

White Fence Farm 1376 Joliet Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

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

MPKS Pond Tour – July 20th South Region

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

MPKS August Club Meeting

Chandler's 401 N Roselle, Schaumburg, IL

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

MPKS September 21st Club Meeting

Member's House

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

MPKS October 18th Club Meeting

Paisans Pizzeria 2901 Ogden Ave, Lisle, IL

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

MPKS Holiday and Award Dinner November 10th

Chandler's 401 N Roselle, Schaumburg, IL

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