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		<title>News from Kruseby Angie &amp; Billie</title>
		<description><![CDATA[From Olde News Now, West Chicago Historical Society&#8217;s Nov-Dec 2011 newsletter … &#8220;a big thank you to the West Chicago Garden Club and their members for all the hard work they do on the garden at the Kruse house.  We could not maintain this historic garden without all the time they volunteer and the dedication [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Field Trip of the West Chicago Prairie &#8211; a very fun time!</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Several members of WCGC met on Saturday, July 30th, for a 2 to 3 hour guided tour of the West Chicago Prairie Forest Preserve. The tour was led by Steve Sentoff, President of the West Chicago Prairie Stewardship Group. The 360-acre West Chicago Prairie Forest Preserve in West Chicago is one of the region’s premier natural areas. In addition to wetlands [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.westchicagogardenclub.org/index.php/2011/08/20/field-trip-of-the-west-chicago-prairie-a-very-fun-time/</link>
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		<title>News from Kruseby Angie &amp; Billie</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Yes, we did have a nice party on Sunday August 7! The heavy rain that morning provoked some doubt but by 1 PM the skies were clear and we had a lovely afternoon.  Many thanks to all who brought treats for our guests!  No doubt, we have some talented bakers in our group.  Thanks so [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.westchicagogardenclub.org/index.php/2011/08/17/news-from-kruseby-angie-billie-12/</link>
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		<title>News from Kruseby Angie &amp; Billie</title>
		<description><![CDATA[It’s party time!  The 4th annual Secret Garden at the Kruse House event is coming soon! Sunday, August 7, from 1-4 pm, please come, tour house and garden, enjoy refreshments, and visit with friends.  The special feature this year will be an extensive presentation of original creations of garden art by local artist Mary Kay. [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.westchicagogardenclub.org/index.php/2011/07/20/news-from-kruseby-angie-billie-11/</link>
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		<title>West Chicago Garden Club Plant Sale</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The West Chicago Garden Club announces its 14th annual plant sale on Saturday, May 21st. The sale is held in conjunction with the City of West Chicago Blooming Fest in downtown West Chicago.  The only fundraiser sponsored by the club, the sale also provides a way for members to share their plants and their love [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.westchicagogardenclub.org/index.php/2011/04/27/west-chicago-garden-club-plant-sale/</link>
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		<title>April Showers bring May FlowersCarol Massat of The Growing</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Warm weather annuals can be found at garden centers very early (The Growing Place offers them the first weekend of May) but they must be kept warmer than 40 degrees to avoid damage or stalling of growth. Warm weather annuals include: impatiens, begonias, caladiums, marigolds and manymore. Cool weather flowers have been available since early [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.westchicagogardenclub.org/index.php/2011/04/25/april-showers-bring-may-flowerscarol-massat-of-the-growing/</link>
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		<title>News from Kruseby Angie &amp; Billie</title>
		<description><![CDATA[After a major cleanup at the Kruse garden, two truckloads of branches, leaves, and garden debris were hauled away. Spring bulbs started pushing out of the ground, many seemingly appearing overnight. The daffodil buds are starting to open; some so rounded and plump as if saying they are happy in their location. Somewhere in the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.westchicagogardenclub.org/index.php/2011/04/25/news-from-kruseby-angie-billie-10/</link>
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		<title>News from Kruseby Angie &amp; Billie</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Calendar spring begins March 20.  When spring weather begins is another story.  Usually we have some teaser warm days and then reality check is interjected with some blustery cold wind and maybe some snow.  However, Spring, cannot be denied!  We will soon be reveling in saturated green and brilliant flashes of color. The Grape Hyacinths [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.westchicagogardenclub.org/index.php/2011/03/07/news-from-kruseby-angie-billie-9/</link>
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		<title>News from Kruseby Angie &amp; Billie</title>
		<description><![CDATA[At this point, we can see the end of winter on the horizon.  March 21, the spring equinox, is only about a month away!  The days are noticeably longer and we can look forward to Daylight Savings Time beginning on March 13!  All those piles of snow will be gone before we know it!  Since [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.westchicagogardenclub.org/index.php/2011/02/12/news-from-kruseby-angie-billie-8/</link>
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		<title>Plant Friendly Ice Melters are Effectiveby Heather Prince of The Growing Place</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Winter in the Chicago area means lots of ice and snow. Keeping paths, steps, and porches free of ice is an important safety measure, but not all ice melting products are plant friendly! Rock salt, or sodium chloride is our most common product, but it’s extremely harmful to plant material and can impact your soil health. Look [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.westchicagogardenclub.org/index.php/2011/01/20/plant-friendly-ice-melters-are-effectiveby-heather-prince-of-the-growing-place/</link>
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