Annual Garden Walk:  "Art Along the Garden Path"

​WHAT'S ON THE WALK THIS YEAR? 
There are 5 unique gardens this year!
​Artists will be at various gardens.
ARTIST INFO
Several gardens will have an artist that specializes in:​
  • Woodworking
  • Ink on Clayboard & Acrylics
  • Mosaic & Glass Garden Art
  • Watercolor
  • Ceramics
​RAFFLE
The popular Raffle Baskets will be on the Walk.
The Park Ridge Garden Club is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Proceeds from this event help benefit our local community such as horticultural education at local schools as well as the planting and maintenance of several public areas. 
We hope our visitors enjoyed last year's Garden Walk! 

Tickets

Please note that this event is held rain or shine! All ticket sales are final.
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Ticket sales will start June 1 at select local merchants and online.

Main Garden Location

Artist Info
Sharon Benigno: Mosaic and Glass Garden Art
Sharon is a mosaic artist trained at the Chicago Mosaic School. She specializes in garden ornaments, flower pots, and vases. She also creates picture frames and boxes using jewelry mosaic.
Dorothy DuSold: Ceramics
Gardening and ceramics have been Dorothy's passion for many years. Many of her ceramic pieces reflect flowers and are designed to be in a garden. All pieces are fired and food safe to be enjoyed in your home and garden.
Mark Huettinger: Reclaimed Wood Creations
A life-long Park Ridge resident, Mark's interest in wood dates back to his woodworking class at Maine South High School.  He has since worked in carpentry for over 30 years.
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His love of nature and taking care of the planet awakened his creative side.  Mark's favorite medium is of course wood, reclaimed wood.  His creations are designed for your garden or home.
Kathy Passi: Ink on Clayboard & Acrylics
Nature holds an endless source of inspiration for Kathy, flora and fauna being a common thread through the years. She uses various mediums in order to provide the desired means to the end result She studies art at Oakton College and has many talented friends in the Des Plaines Art Guild who teach and inspire her.
Patricia Schuler: Watercolor
Her two favorite challenges are watercolor painting and gardening. She combines these interests by painting gardens, woodlands, and other aspects of nature's beauty. Come to the Garden Walk and enjoy her paintings, miniatures, and cards in the best possible environment, a garden.

Donors for 2025

The Park Ridge Garden Club would like to thank all the supporters of this annual event.
Click on their name to go to their website!
2 Sisters Boutique, Park Ridge
Clothing Boutique for Women and Men
Beer on the Wall
A craft beer focused retail store and beer cafe with 16 rotating drafts
Bonita Bowls
A one-stop smoothie restaurant for health-conscious people who want to enjoy healthy, tasty food.
Camp Willow
A world-class boutique offering specialty women's apparel & accessories, children's apparel, layette & gifts for the home.
Chalet Nursery, Wilmette
Nursery, Landscape Design, Home Decor
​City Barbecue
Pitmasters use local hickory to craft the best BBQ.
Countryside Saloon, Des Plaines
Rustic-themed, circa-1933 American grill & sports bar with outdoor seating and a patio fireplace.
Des Plaines Pancake House
Homey, comfortable diner
Devon Ave Meats
Specialty Butcher Shop and Gourmet One-Stop Shop
Don Juan's Cantina
A unique, modern place for tacos, margaritas, and more
European Nail Salon
773-792-2028
Tranquil oasis for those seeking top-notch nail care services
fire+wine, Park Ridge
Our ambiance blends comfort, coolness, and class with an easy-going, fun vibe.
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, Park Ridge
Professional Massage, Facial, and body services tailored to your individual needs
Hay Caramba
Mexican fare restaurant
Kiko's Flowers & Gifts
Finest flowers & Gifts
Lola's Diner, Park Ridge
American Diner
Lou Malnati's Pizza, Park Ridge
Deep Dish Pizza
Lurvey Home and Garden
Nursery, Landscape Design, Home Decor
Lynfred Winery
National Award-Winning Wines made in Illinois
Marigold and Edie's Boutique
Baby essentials, thoughtful gifts, stylish decor, and much more!
​Nail Beauty
847-318-0130
Manicures, pedicures, waxing, and reflexology foot massage
Nonna Silvia's Trattoria & Pizzeria
Authentic taste of Italy
Park Ridge Park District
Providing leisure opportunities and recreational activities to promote health, wellness, and fun
​Pazzi di Pizza
Timeless flavors of Italy
Pennyville Station
A farm-to-table restaurant New American restaurant
​Pesche's Garden Center, Des Plaines
Destination Home & Garden Store
​​Poke Burrito
Unique Asian fusion restaurant
​Portillo's
Portillo's is home to America's favorite Italian beef, burgers, salads, Chicago-style hot dogs, and chocolate cake.
Raffia Gifts
Specialty gift boutique
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
Casual American fast-food chain specializing in chicken fingers
Shakou, Park Ridge
Chic Asian eatery with a club-like vibe offering sushi and signature bibimbap.
Sooo Cute Boutique
Trendy Accessories Boutique
Starbucks on Northwest Hwy
Seattle-based coffeehouse chain known for its signature roasts, light bites, and WiFi availability.
Starbucks on Prospect Ave
Seattle-based coffeehouse chain known for its signature roasts, light bites, and WiFi availability.
Sunrise Grill
Restaurant. Catering. Juice Bar.
TeaLula
Tea shop with loose-leaf selections from around the globe plus tea ware, infusers, kettles, and more. 
The Harp & Fiddle, Park Ridge
A Modern Bar with an Irish Flair
Tommy Pollina Landscape Company, Mount Prospect
Full-Service Landscape Company
Urhausen Greenhouses, Lincolnwood
Garden Center
Park Ridge Garden Club
P.O. Box 637
Park Ridge, IL  60068
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