Greater Philadelphia Gardens

Guided Tour: June Highlights

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

6/16/2012

Learn about the highlights of the garden in June.

Join Andrew Bunting, curator, for a free tour of the Scott Arboretum. Learn about the highlights of the garden in June. The tour will begin at the Scott Arboretum offices and is free and open to the public. In case of inclement weather, the tour will be canceled. For more information, please call the Scott Arboretum offices at 610-328-8025.

Mini-Morris Players

Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

6/14/2012

Fun Theatre for Kids!

Throughout the Victorian Age, brother and sister John and Lydia Morris searched the world over gathering a stunning array of plants and trees to enhance their Chestnut Hill Estate. This summer they return (played by two modern actors) to lead a unique and fascinating theatre program for children (ages 5-10). On the very grounds they developed, the Morrises meet the children and recount fascinating stories of their adventurous travels. As they spin their tales, the children take on the elements of the story; with simple props and costumes the young performers become the trees, flowers, streams and animals, acting out the creation of Morris Arboretum. This delightful program allows children to become a part of the beauty and history of Morris Arboretum. It is a fun-filled learning tool and a marvelous way to enjoy a summer evening on our enchanting grounds. The children meet the Morrises at 6:30pm. Over the next hour, the children learn their parts, while the parents enjoy a stroll through the grounds. At 7:30pm there is a performance for the families and all the Arboretum visitors. Thursday evenings, 6:30-8pm June 14th - August 23rd (please note there is no session on July 19th) Participants can sign up for individual sessions, or sign up for 5- or 10-session options...the more sessions you sign up for, the more you save. Appropriate for children ages 5-10 PRICING: 1 Session - Member Attendees: 1 $25.00 ea. 1 Session - Non-Member Attendees: 1 $30.00 ea. 5 Sessions (June 14-July 12) - Member Attendees: 1 $100.00 ea. 5 Sessions (July 26-August 23) - Member Attendees: 1 $100.00 ea. 5 Sessions (June 14-July 12) - Non-Member Attendees: 1 $120.00 ea. 5 Sessions (July 26-August 23) - Non-Member Attendees: 1 $120.00 ea. 10 Sessions - Member Attendees: 1 $200.00 ea. 10 Sessions - Non-member Attendees: 1 $240.00 ea.

Propagate Native Plants from Cuttings

Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

6/12/2012

Learn how to grow a plant from a piece of stem.

Instructors: Phil Oyerly and Shelby French, Mt. Cuba Center Take advantage of a plant's natural ability to reproduce, and save money too. Learn when to take cuttings, how to apply rooting hormone, and study the environmental conditions that promote rooting. We will take a short walk in the garden to demonstrate how to take cuttings. Take home your cuttings and nurture them into plants. Please bring pruners. Pre-registration required.

Mt. Cuba Center Painting Workshop

Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

6/11/2012

Spend a week capturing the beauty of our garden.

Instructor: William Ternay, Artist and Teacher The focus of this workshop will be on interpreting the unique beauty found in the gardens, woodlands and rolling hills of Mt. Cuba Center using the mediums of oil or watercolor. Your instructor, Bill Ternay, will share his knowledge of each medium via demonstrations and one-on-one instruction with individual students. Emphasis will be on students of all levels acquiring technical skills and exploring aesthetic concerns. Students should bring all materials necessary for painting outdoors in oil or watercolor. A detailed materials list is available upon registration. Bring your lunch and dress for the outdoors. Pre-registration required.

Yoga Out on a Limb

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

6/10/2012

(4 Sundays: June 10, 24, July 8, 29, 8:30am-10am) Jennifer Schelter Founder and Director of Yoga Schelter

This summer experience trees as you never have before during four extraordinary early morning outdoor yoga sessions held on the Arboretum's thrilling tree canopy, Out on a Limb. The class will be held Out on a Limb, 50 feet up in the trees, at eye level with leaves and passing birds. Philadelphia's renowned and inspired yoga instructor Jennifer Schelter, Founder of Yoga Schelter, will lead the class in Vinyasa yoga. Take part in this celebration of trees, body, mind, and spirit. Participants will feel transported to a space of peace, flight, and adventure as they share in the sacred and transformational joy of Out on a Limb and the beauty of the human body in breath, movement, and meditation. A yoga mat and towel are required to accommodate the structure surface. Class size limited to the first 30 arrivals. No pre-registration is required, but is encouraged. Rain will result in cancellation. Sign up for 1 session, or all 4 (and receive a discount!) Four Sundays: June 10, 24 July 8, 29 8:30 - 10 a.m. 4 Sessions - Member $75.00 ea. 4 Sessions - Non-Member $95.00 ea. Member Fee - July 29 $20.00 ea. Member Fee - July 8 $20.00 ea. Member Fee - June 10 $20.00 ea. Member Fee - June 24 $20.00 ea. Non-Member Fee - July 29 $25.00 ea. Non-Member Fee - July 8 $25.00 ea. Non-Member Fee - June 10 $25.00 ea. Non-Member Fee - June 24 $25.00 ea.

Second Saturday Garden Walks

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

6/9/2012

Second Saturday Garden Walks - June 9 (8:00 pm) Meadows, Streams, and Ponds (bring your flashlight). Members free. Included with admission.

June 9 (8:00 pm) Meadows, Streams, and Ponds (bring your flashlight)

The second Saturday of each month
1pm (unless otherwise noted)
Walks begin at the Visitor Center

Join Winterthur's horticulture staff for monthly garden walks highlighting interesting and seldom seen parts of the Winterthur landscape.

Learn fascinating, little-known details about the estate with our horticulture staff. Dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. Walk lasts about 90 minutes. Members free. Included with admission.

In case of inclement weather, an update message will be left at 302.888.4915 after 10:00 am on the day of the walk.

StrawBEARy Surprise & Nature in Art Day Family Festival

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

6/9/2012

Saturday & Sunday June 9 & 10

June 9 & 10

Saturday & Sunday - StrawBEARy Surprise & Nature in Art Day Family Festival.

This is a celebration of one of summer’s sweetest fruits with a special twist to honor Mum Bear, the Garden’s mascot, on her 7th birthday. This event will include nature crafts and a planting activity. Families can cool off at the Very Berry Strawberry concession stand.

~ Part of Camden Children’s Garden Second & Fourth Weekend Series, held 1:00-4:00pm.

Birding at Peace Valley Nature Center

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

6/9/2012

Ruth Pfeffer Expert Birder and Trip Leader

Beginning and experienced birders are welcome on a birding adventure to Peace Valley Nature Center in nearby Doylestown. A great place to go birding, Peace Valley has as its centerpiece beautiful Lake Galena and offers trails that wind through varied habitats including woods and meadows. More than 250 species of birds have been sighted at Peace Valley, including cardinals, woodpeckers, finches, titmice, sparrows, as well as osprey, cormorants, kingfishers, and a variety of ducks. Ruth will lead the group and help you improve your spotting skills. Her enthusiasm is contagious. Bring binoculars and dress for the weather. We will meet at the Peace Valley Nature Center, Visitor Center, 170 North Chapman Road, Doylestown, PA 18901.

Exploring Plant Diversity in Nescopeck State Park

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

6/9/2012

Dr. Michael B. Burgess Research Botanist, Morris Arboretum

Nescopeck State Park is home to over 600 plant species occurring in diverse wetland, forest, and field habitats. We will walk leisurely throughout these habitats exploring for common and rare plant species. In particular, we will search for Carex polymorpha (variable sedge), which is globally rare, and other state rarities including Lonicera hirsuta (hairy honeysuckle), Lupinus perennis (blue lupine), and Lygodium palmatum (climbing fern). We will also encounter a plethora of more common plant species, which will hopefully include several blooming orchids. The visitor center at the park will serve as our base of operations. Park in the meadow next to the entrance kiosk. We will meet at the Arboretum and travel by small bus. Bring your lunch and something to drink.

Camden City Garden Club/Camden Children's Garden - 7th Annual Garden Party Fundraiser ~ FIGHTING HUNGER IN CAMDEN ~

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

6/7/2012

The Garden Party promises to be a highlight of the 2012 Garden Season � Enjoy Music, awards, and delicious food on this enchanted evening.

INFORMATION & DONATION FORMS AVAILABLE AT: http://camdenchildrensgarden.wordpress.com/fundraiser

The Garden Party Fundraiser will be a highlight of the 2012 season. VIP guests, gardeners, and food enthusiasts will enjoy the Camden Children’s Garden in all its seasonal splendor. Guests will browse the Silent Auction and enjoy Musical Entertainment on this enchanted evening. The Champions of Children Awards will honor notable individuals, foundations and corporations who work tirelessly on behalf of children and Camden, NJ ranked one of the top 10 Food Deserts in the U. S.

Our theme for 2011 was FIGHTING HUNGER IN CAMDEN, and will be continued in 2012. While we have made progress, there is so much work that still needs to be done!

The Fundraiser Garden Party will feature Mexican-influenced, locally grown appetizers, buffet dinner, followed by delicious deserts. “The Tortilla Press” Chef and owner, Mark Smith and wife Lydia Cipriani, are known for fighting hunger, featuring local produce in South Jersey.

The CCGC is Fighting Hunger and Obesity in Camden, NJ, which is known as one of the poorest, most dangerous US cities. Thanks to the CCGC, Camden is also known for their Community Gardening Program—perhaps the fastest growing in the US (according to University of Pennsylvania Study). Today, the CCGC enables 12% of Camden families to grow food - supporting 116 Community Gardens.

In 2012, we celebrate: 28 Years of Community Gardening in Camden—your contributions, helped residents to grow their own fresh produce, on Camden’s thousands of vacant city-owned lots. Your support enabled 23 years of the GrowLab Program in Camden schools, and 18 years of serving at-risk Camden youth through the Youth Employment & Training Program.

Your donations also helps support the Camden Children’s Garden, now in it’s 13th year of providing a place for families to explore and discover the natural world. The Camden Children’s Garden, the center of educational programs and the hub of CCGC, is a place where FOOD EVENTS are growing, like the Food Security Advisory Board Meetings, Family Food Festivals, and “Ground to Grill” Events.

We depend on many individuals, leaders, foundations and corporations to support our efforts. You can help! We offer several donation opportunities - see the next page for details and form. Proceeds from this event go directly to our programs and operations. As a 501(C)(3) organization, your Contribution, Advertisement, $60 of the cost of every Ticket, and Auction items may be tax deductible. Thank You for Your Support!

To Be included in the Program Book Deadline: May 7, 2012

Updates and electronic forms available at www.camdenchildrensgarden.wordpress.com/fundraiser.

• Phone 856-365(TREE)-8733 • Fax: 856-365-9750 • fundraiser@camdenchildrensgarden.org •

HOW CAN YOU HELP?

Advertise, Auction Donation, $1000 Sponsorship, Ticket/Ad Packages, Any Financial Donation, Promotional Partner, or call for More Event Underwriting Opportunities.

Tickets: Complete form (credit) and/or send check.

€ $125/guest

€ $225/couple

€ $35/child (3-12 years)

Sponsorship Packages:

€ $1000 for 2 tickets, Full Page Ad & Sponsor Listing

€ Underwriting Event Sponsor (Call to discuss)

Advertising in Program Book:

€ Back Cover (Color) $1000

€ Inside Back/Front Cover (Color) $ 750

€ Inside Front/Back Cover Page (Color) $ 750

€ Full Page (8 H x 5W) (B&W) $ 500

€ Half Page (3.8 H x 4.75 W) (B&W) $ 250

€ Quarter Page (1.75 H x 4.5 W) (B&W) $ 125

€ Best Wishes Listing (One Line) $ 50

Auction Donations:

€ Donate Auction Item (e.g. household/garden items, memorabilia, certificates for services/goods at Delaware Valley stores, restaurants, attractions, sporting events, family activities, etc.) For Ad Book credit, complete Auction Form or Action Section>.

Any Donation: CCG appreciates any monetary donation.

€ See Enclosed check or credit card information ->

~ Note: Donations $50+ are listed in the program book

We appreciated whatever you can afford to give!

Promotional Partner: Trade agreement cross-promote.