"Walk the Garden Path to find a Cure for Parkinson's Disease"

TEAM FOX Garden Walk

All proceeds benefit "The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's research".

SUNDAY, JUNE 22, 2008                        (Photo of Renee & Jack Moore's, Garden Walk 2007)

Garden Viewing 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Begin your Garden Tour at anyone of the four featured gardens, 

or at "The G r o w i n g  P l a ce".

Discover the beautiful gardens while helping pave the way to find a cure for this progressive, devastating, neurological disease. Mary Anne Ostrenga and her team of dedicated volunteers have planned a spectacular Garden Walk, Silent Auction and Reception to support this cause.

Reception & Silent Auction 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The Growing Place 25W471 Plank Road, Naperville, IL 60540 Parking available, including handicapped spaces.

Hors d'oeuvres & Wine 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Compliments of "Meson Sabika " and "My Chef Catering"

Entertainment 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM "NMB - The Big Band" 17 member band

Presentation and Recognition Ceremony 7:00 PM Mayor George Pradel and Mary Anne Ostrenga

Silent Auction Results 7:30 PM

(Photo of Mary Anne & Jim Ostrenga's, Garden Walk 2007)

Wander through the gardens of "The Growing Place" while you enjoy a variety of wine and hors d'oeuvres. Listen to the music of the " NMB- The Big Band". Dance your way to the beautiful items at the silent auction, featuring Themed Tablescapes. Place your bid on a one-of-a-kind tablescape that comes complete with tableware and trendy touches that are the height of style. Bidding will be on the entire ensemble, so you will have everything you need to set your table for a spectacular outdoor dining experience! Maybe you would like to travel in style and bid on a Porsche for a weekend. Discover many other interesting items to bid on.

Silent Auction at "T h e G r o w i n g         P l a c e" Bids accepted from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM From the general public

Final Bidding from 5:00 PM-7:30 PM For Reception Guests ONLY

Thanks to all of our gardeners, sponsors, and guests for your ongoing interest and support.

"Walk the Garden Path to find a CURE for Parkinson's Disease"

The theme of peace and serenity runs throughout each garden.

(A) 106 S. Green Valley Drive - Linda & Jim Jones "And I shall have some peace there, for peace comes dropping slow, dropping from the veils of the morning to where the cricket sings, " W B. Yeats. Linda says, "this quote best describes what my garden brings to me and I hope to others who view it ". The geometric shapes of two boxwood parterres lend order to my garden as well as to my thoughts. The monochromatic color scheme of greens, white and blues is meant to calm the spirit, although I do admit to a touch of chartreuse now and then. Come relax and pot up some flowers in the garden house or fall into a wicker chair on the bluestone patio and let peace drop slowly to you.

(B) 360 S. Columbia - Laury & Dan Hartman

Come to a contemplative garden that elicits peace and calm. Tucked in old Napeville, this shade garden is graced by large trees, blending textures, herights, colors and foliage. Sacred spaces created and built by Dan & Laury invite and welcome all. Enjoy "Tea Time Cottage ", experience the greenhouse, or stop and reflect on restful, handcrafted benches in garden rooms.

(C) 581 Clarrisa Court - Sue & Mike Webber

This home features an inviting path to the front door with flagstone retaining walls and a large patio accented with color. Large pots flank the front door utilizing many textures and colors found in the foliage. Taking advantage of the natural hilly contours and abundant shade provided by the long established wooded area, the back yard features a three level pond and a flagstone terrace built into the hillside with a variety of shade loving plants and shrubs.

CD) 587 Clarrisa Court - Mike & Torrie Arthofer Walking into this yard you will find extensive shade gardens with many native plants. In the front yard sun and shade plants come together in a harmonious way, featuring three spectacular hanging planters. Several pathways coursing thru the gardens create a relaxing stroll where you will be able to experience the different colors and textures in a shade garden. In the back yard you will find different seating areas which create garden rooms with their own views of the rock terraced gardens. A large assortment of terra cotta planters, from Tuscany are interspersed throughout the yard creating the feeling that you are in Tuscany!

(E) 25W471 Plank Rd - The G r o w i n g P l a c e Carol & Rich Massat

The gardens at The Growing Place were started by Emma Glatzhofer, Rich Massat's aunt, in 1936. Some of the original perennials are still there. The gardens have been a labor of love. Carol, Rich's wife, lent her artistic eye and Rich, his gardening prowess to create gardens that are filled with favorite and newly introduced plants in over 600 varieties. The gardens really came into their glory when Connie Page, an artist and gardener took over the design and care of them. Her eye for color and gardening skills have made the 2-acres of gardens a must see.

Tickets available at The G r o w i n g  P l a c e or call Mary Anne Ostrenga at 630-357-4175. $50.00 donation per person Make checks payable to "The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research", which is a 501© 3 not for profit:

Please write Team Fox-Mary Anne Ostrenga on the memo line. Mary Anne is a volunteer for TEAM FOX