The Forest Preserve Friends Foundation is inviting the community to the Garden Party Open House on Saturday, April 5. at the Mabery Gelvin Botanical Garden in the Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve.

Event Highlights

From 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, attendees will have the opportunity to explore the beauty of the botanical gardens while enjoying a variety of engaging activities:

• Live Music: Groove to the soulful tunes of New Souls, who will perform live.
• Food Trucks: Savor delicious bites from local food vendors.
• Museum Visit: Step into history at the Museum of the Grand Prairie, which opens its doors at 1:00 PM.
• Photo Exhibit: Admire stunning imagery at the 2025 Forest Preserve Calendar Photo Exhibit, showcasing winning entries from this year’s photo contest.
• Natural Beauty: Stroll through Mabery Gelvin Botanical Garden, home to over 2,000 plant species and themed gardens that highlight the region’s biodiversity.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025
• Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
• Location: Mabery Gelvin Botanical Garden, Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve

No registration is required—just stop by and enjoy an afternoon filled with music, food, art, and nature. For updates on this event, follow the foundation on Facebook or contact them at foundation@ccfpd.org.