The Lombard Garden Club will take a look back at “Gardening in the 1970s” with speaker Bill Karges on Friday, October 23.

The program explores how Earth Day and the decade’s growing environmental awareness encouraged back-to-nature gardening trends that continue to influence gardeners today.

Guests are encouraged to wear 1970s attire for the occasion.

The free program is open to the public and offers a chance to learn alongside fellow gardening enthusiasts.

DATE: Friday, October 23, 2026

TIME: 1 p.m., according to the club’s published program schedule

LOCATION: Lombard Community Building, 433 E. St. Charles Road, Lombard

ADMISSION: Free; public welcome.

Visit the Lombard Garden Club website for program details.