Hands-on Sustainable Fruit Tree Care Workshop
Mar 7, 2026 8:00am-4:00pm (ended)
Join us for a hands-on sustainable fruit tree care workshop with ISA-certified Arborist Zach Engelking, Saturday, March 7th from 8am to 4pm. Zach Engelking holds a B.S. in Natural Resources. He has worked in tree care for nearly 20 years and currently manages the Division of Arboriculture for EC3 in Madison, WI. In his free time, Zach enjoys volunteering with international agroforestry projects and tending to his hobby orchard at home.
This workshop blends classroom learning with outdoor hands-on training and will cover:
- Establishing a small-scale home orchard
- Trees and site selection
- Control methods for pests and disease
- Multi-faceted tree care
- Pruning techniques
Dress for the weather; we plan to spend a few hours outdoors. Note: Participants must be able to walk short distances on uneven ground.
Supplies: hat, water bottle, hand pruning shears (optional)
Registration fee: $75/person, includes breakfast & lunch - sign up here. The registration deadline is March 1st.
Need lodging? Email macclodging@macenters.org to inquire about dorm-style accommodations (available for a modest fee).
Questions? Email macenterchicago@ammagroups.org
MA Center Chicago 41W501 Keslinger Rd, Elburn, IL 60119
Saturday
Apr
11
2:30pm - 4:00pm
Amma says, "Bhajans are prayers in the form of songs, rich in meaning and full of devotional content." The MACC Bhajan Class meets virtually on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month from 2:30 to 3:45 pm. This class is offered for those who wish to learn bhajans and study devotional songs and... more ›
Saturday
Apr
11
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Amrita Bala Kendra (ABK) passes on Amma’s teachings to children through fun and engaging activities such as stories, bhajans, arts and crafts, celebration of festivals and service projects. ABK focuses on values, multi cultural traditions, and spiritual practices. ABK is held in-person in the MA... more ›
Saturday
Apr
11
3:00pm - 4:00pm
"A river that flows through many branches will not have a powerful current. If the branches are redirected and the river is redirected to flow only through the main stream, the force of the current will increase greatly. It may even be possible to generate electricity from such a strong current.... more ›
Saturday
Apr
11
4:00pm - 8:30pm
Amma says, "Satsang has the power to turn our minds towards good thoughts. Children, don't waste any opportunity to participate in satsang."
We warmly invite you to join us for our weekly satsang with Swamini Ambikamrita Prana, starting with group archana at 4PM CT. Swamini will then lead us in... more ›
Sunday
Apr
12
6:00am - 8:30am
"The silence that we acquire through prayer and meditation helps us find peace and true happiness in this noisy world." ~Amma
Join us for a Silent Sunday Morning (with Swamini Ambikamrita Prana when she is here), starting with archana in the MA Center Chicago satsang hall at 6am, followed by... more ›
Sunday
Apr
12
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Join the MA Center Chicago knit and crochet group to help people in need of warm hats, scarves, and more. The group meets from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm on the second and fourth Sunday of each month in the South Lodge Community Room.
All skill levels are welcome, and if you are unable to attend the... more ›
Tuesday
Apr
14
8:00am - 9:00am
Location: MA Center Chicago satsang hall
Join us Tuesday mornings for an open yoga class with simple, gentle Amrita Yoga postures/asanas. No prior experience or training in Amrita Yoga is necessary.
"The purpose of Yoga is for our inner well-being. It does not belong to any particular faith or... more ›
Tuesday
Apr
14
10:00am - 11:00am
The purpose of Yoga is for our inner well-being. It does not belong to any particular faith or religion. It was passed on to us by the ancient seers for the well-being of humanity. Yoga helps us reconnect with nature and eventually become one with God. - Amma
Please join us for gentle chair yoga... more ›
Saturday
Apr
18
12:30pm - 8:00pm
"Vishu conveys the message of the unbreakable interconnection between man, nature and God. The word vishu means “equal.” Vishu is the day on which day and night are equal. This signifies accepting both comfort and hardships in life equally." - Amma
This year's Vishu satsang will include a Bhagavati... more ›
Saturday
Apr
18
2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Amrita Book Club of North America gives participants an opportunity to dive more deeply into Amma’s teachings. The club meets twice a month on the first and third Saturdays from 2 pm to 3 pm via Zoom to explore Amma’s books and books written by Amma's senior disciples. All are welcome to attend... more ›
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All are welcome to join the ashram residents for daily spiritual practices in the satsang hall:
WHITE FLOWER MEDITATION
Sunday through Friday at 6:00 pm
Amma requests everyone to regularly practice this meditation once or twice a day for the benefit of the entire world. Join us live or via Zoom: https://bit.ly/maccmed
Meeting ID: 828 7832 9402
Passcode: 092753
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EVENING BHAJANS
Sunday-Friday at 6:30 pm (in-person only)
- Guru Stotram chanting
- Bhajans (devotional singing)
- Closing prayers and arati
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