Under the Dome - May 2019 by Buffalo Botanical Gardens

UNDER

THE DOME Issue 2 - 2019

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens Society, Inc.

Welcome Spring & Summer 2655 South Park Ave Buffalo, NY 14218 716.827.1584 buffalogardens.com Hours - See bottom middle Special Hours & Closings: Closed - September 20 Closed - November 25-28 10am-12pm - December 24 Closed - December 25 10am-12pm - December 31

Admission

$11 Adults $10 Seniors (62+) $9 Students (13+ with ID) $6 Kids 3-12 Kids 2 and under are free Members are free

CONTENTS • Calendar ............................4-8 • Travel Raffle ..........................8 • Giving .............................10-11 • Ways to Give........................13 • Membership .......................13

One of the best things about living in Western New York is that we have the opportunity to experience the beauty and variety that our four seasons offer. I must admit that spring was a very welcome season change this year. As I am writing this, spring is everywhere, inside and outside the conservatory. The indoor gardens are colorful and fragrant and the spring exhibit is more spectacular than ever. Daffodils, tulips and crocuses are in full bloom, both in the outdoor gardens and inside the conservatory. Don’t forget you will have an opportunity to purchase some of those beautiful bulbs at our annual Bulb Sale which takes place on May 4. Plan on arriving early - the bulbs go fast! Planting season is upon us and each year we host our Great Plant Sale. This is a great opportunity to purchase annuals, perennials, shrubs, tropical plants, hanging baskets and so much more from the Botanical Gardens. The Great Plant Sale will take place May 16-18 and we hope to see you there. This summer, the Botanical Gardens will again be open on Tuesday evenings. New this year, we have added the Salvatore’s Secret Garden Dinner Series on select Tuesday nights. Summer evenings at the Botanical Gardens are a must. More information is located on page seven. There are so many other exciting events, classes, workshops and exhibits planned this summer. Starry Night in the Garden, starring Andy Grammer, is on June 26. Botanics and Brews is returning with a great line up of food, beverages, basket raffles and the great local band JJ Swing on July 25. This is always a great party, so DON’T MISS IT! Finally, our community is so fortunate to have an architectural and historical treasure like the Botanical Gardens as part of the cultural landscape. To be certain that this amazing structure engages our community for another 119 years, this summer a major restoration and maintenance project will begin. The front entrance will be repaired, as will the upper and lower vents in the Palm Dome. Additionally, repointing of the stone foundation on the historic building and repairs inside the conservatory will also occur. Watch for lots of improvements in the coming months.

Thank you for your continued support and see you at the Botanical Gardens soon! Dave Swarts, President/CEO

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MISSION

The historic Botanical Gardens is a living museum that inspires curiosity and connects people to the natural world.

Cover and back cover photos by: David Barone-Vu Photography

New!

Botanical Gardens Hours

September - May - Open Daily - 10am-4:30pm June - August - Open Daily - 10am-4:30pm, Tuesdays 10am-9pm

A very special thank you to the Foundations who have supported our Hands-On Educational Programs:

Love is in the Air! One of the most important aspects of your wedding day will be the location. The world is full of amazing places to get married, so how do you decide if the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is the best fit for your big day?

J.M. McDonald Foundation

Board of Directors David J. Swarts, President/CEO

Officers Chairman - Miché C. Needham, CPA Lumsden & McCormick, LLP

It’s important to think about how many guests you would like to attend your ceremony. Do you want a large wedding with extended family and all your friends, or would you prefer something more intimate with only your nearest and dearest in attendance? Our event space will hold up to 120 chairs for an indoor ceremony. The Panama Rainforest is more intimate, holding up to 20 guests. Our outdoor gazebo and grounds can host up to 175 guests. We offer ceremonies for a two hour rental during normal business hours.

Vice Chairman - George Cameron, Moog, Inc. Secretary - Maggie Hooper, Mower Treasurer - Brian Herrmann, Delaware North

At Large Members Thomas Beauford, Jr., M&T Bank Shonda L. Brock, B&C United Home Care Diane Chrisman Patricia E. Connolly Paulette M. Crooke, Retired HSBC Executive Bryan DeBroka, HSBC Bank USA, N.A. Joseph Del Vecchio, National Fuel Resources, Inc. Thomas Gaffney, Esq., Lippes Mathias Wexler Friedman LLP Andy Grinsfelder, Delaware North Peter Heffley, Canisius College

When planning your dinner style, consider your guests. Will they be expecting a traditional sit-down meal or will they be comfortable roaming the Botanical Gardens dining on heavy hors d’oeuvres? Our space will accommodate 120 guests for a sit down dinner and up to 250 guests for a station style menu.

Ted Johnson, Hadley Exhibits Mary Ann Kresse Susan Maas Dr. Yvonne Minor Ragan, YM Ragan Consulting, LLC Nicole Nuchereno, New Era Cap Patricia O’Connor, Mercy Skilled Nursing Facility Sharon Osgood, Esq. Cathy Paladino Wayne Robinson, Harvard Business School Buffalo Samuel Savarino, Savarino Companies

If your guest count exceeds our space, you can still add us to your celebration by having engagement pictures taken or hosting your shower here. We offer three hour rentals on the weekend in both our event space and the Panama Rainforest. The Botanical Gardens is a magical space for a tea party.

Michael Shadrack, Specialized Plant Society Liaison Philip J. Snyder, Stieglitz Snyder Architecture Immediate Past Chair - Joseph DiDomenico Jr.

Ex-Officio Directors R. Maura Cohen, Representative of the Legislature Chairman Jason Hurley, Representative of the Erie County Executive Daniel Rizzo, Commissioner of Erie County Parks Director Emeritus - Florence DaLuiso-Zoll

For more information, contact our Events Department at 827.1584 ext. 220 or events@buffalogardens.com. We look forward to hearing from you! AmyRae Nessa, Director of Events Follow us on Social Media!

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BOTANICAL GARDENS CALENDAR - Unless otherwise noted, exhibits will be held 10am-4:30pm and are included with paid admission. Advanced registration is required for classes, workshops and events that have a noted price.

Beginner - Learn the basics of how to paint with watercolors. As you advance through the classes, discover how your skills grow! GM $68 per series or $17 per class, GP $76 per series or $19 per class Tuesday Mornings - 8:45-11:15am BM6 - April 23, 30, May 7, 14 BM1 - September 10, 17, 24, October 1 BM2 - October 8, 15, 22, 29 BM3 - November 12, 19, December 3, 10 Wednesday Evenings - 5:45-8:15pm BE6 - May 1, 8, 15, 22 BE1 - September 11, 18, 25, October 2 BE2 - October 9, 16, 23, 30 BE3 - November 6, 13, 20, December 4 Intermediate/Studio/Plein Air: GM $68 per series or $17 per class, GP $76 per series or $19 per class Intermediate - For students with some previous painting experience who would like to move beyond the basics. Tuesday Evenings - 5:45-7:45pm IE6 - April 23, 30, May 7, 14 IE1 - September 10, 17, 24, October 1 IE2 - October 8, 15, 22, 29 IE3 - November 12, 19, December 3, 10 Studio - Students bring paintings in progress for advised instruction and feedback. This class features group interaction and is appropriate for all levels.

New!

Monday Mornings - 8:45-10:45am SM6 - April 22, 29, May 6, 13 SM1 - September 9, 16, 30, October 7 SM2 - October 14, 21, 28, November 4 SM3 - November 18, December 2, 9, 16

Plein Air - Join your classmates for watercolor classes outdoors. Learn the challenge of painting from life. Enjoy our beautiful surroundings. Monday Mornings - 8:45-10:45am PA1 - May 20, June 10, 17, 24 Tuesday Mornings - 8:45-10:45am PA2 - May 21, 28, June 4, 11 Tuesday Evenings - 5:45-7:45pm PA3 - May 21, 28, June 4, 11 Wednesday Evenings - 5:45-7:45pm PA4 - May 29, June 5, 12, 19

Fairy and Gnome Festival - May 4 10am-4:30pm - Receive $1 off admission for fairies, gnomes, dragons and other adventurers in costume. Celebrate spring with our mythical friends! Visitors young and young-at-heart are welcomed to join us for fun activities all day long including fairy-themed crafts and activities, magic shows with Nick Presents Magic, balloon animals, music by Mama Earth Nature, a special scavenger hunt, view the Fairy House Contest entries and vote for your favorites.

Family Fun!

Watercolor Classes - Taught by Joan Saba, professional artist and teacher, these classes fill quickly; pre-registration is required as space is limited. See our website for the syllabus and suggested supplies.

Spring Bulb Sale - May 4 8-11am, $10 per bag - BULBS GO FAST! Get here early! Buyers line up around 6am and bulbs are gone quickly. Doors open at 8am. We are pulling thousands of bulbs from our spring exhibit, and they all must go! These bulbs were forced to bloom this spring so roll the dice with some of our amazing and unique varieties in your own yard. We provide a bag, and you fill it - limit 3 bags per person! Sale is in the garage behind the Botanical Gardens. Bags can be purchased at the Bulb Sale.

Fairy Garden Make-It Take-It - May 4 9:30am or 2pm - GM $15, GP $20 Just for kids ages 5-12! Make your own miniature garden for fairies or gnomes during this fun workshop the day of the Fairy Festival. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be using found and natural materials to make the perfect hideaway during this hour workshop. Containers, soil and plants are included. A parent or guardian is encouraged to work with their child to create their masterpiece. Space is limited! Fairy and Gnome House Exhibit - May 4-20 Fairies and gnomes have moved into the Botanical Gardens! Visitors will delight in magically creative designs built by individuals, families, groups, scouts and more from the Fairy and Gnome House Contest. The whimsical houses were created from mostly natural or recycled materials.

Family Fun!

Science Museum Camera Club - Now - May 27 Beautiful Botanicals - Enjoy the beauty of botanicals: in nature and at the Botanical THE ARCANGEL GALLERY Gardens. In this exhibit you will see many unique interpretations of the botanicals in our lives. This exhibition will feature works by 30 members of the Club.

Hypertufa Container - May 11 9am, GM $25, GP $30 1pm, GM $25, GP $30 Get messy and creative with one of our most popular workshops! Create a unique planting container from peat moss, Portland cement and perlite. Wear clothing you do not mind getting dirty. Bring one container to mold your creation in. Containers must be no larger than 12” X 16”.

May 16 - 4-8pm - Members and Volunteers Only! May 17 - 10am-8pm - Open to the Public May 18 - 9am-4pm - Open to the Public In the Administration Building Don’t miss the Greatest Plant Sale of the year! Bigger and better than ever, this year’s Great Plant Sale will feature exciting and unusual plants not found elsewhere. Let your garden flower with locally grown plants your neighbors won’t have; unusual Japanese maples, expanded vegetable and herb selections, native and drought-tolerant rarities, plus plants for sun and shade!

Mother’s Day Photo by Amanda Lonergan

Mother’s Day Weekend - May 11-12

The Botanical Gardens and the Gift Shop will be open from 10am-4:30pm each day. Bring the mothers in your life for a visit to the beautiful Botanical Gardens.

Gift Ideas for Mom! Membership - Give mom the gift of the Botanical Gardens for a full year. 20% off from April 22 - May 10. As low as $28! Use Coupon Code MOM19 online Gift Shop - Will be open from 10am-4:30pm every day. We have lots of gifts for mom. Gift certificates available. Workshops - Treat mom to one of our popular and creative workshops or attend as a ladies night to celebrate mom!

Attract pollinators and admirers with our flowering perennials, locally grown lilacs and lush hanging baskets. As always, our Sale features plants propagated from our extensive collection. What you will find at the Great Plant Sale: • Great selection of container and garden plants • Knowledgeable staff and volunteers to help • Plants marked for easy selection for your growing space • 10% discount for members • Unusual plants you won’t find anywhere else • Locally grown lilacs • “Must have” perennials for your collection • Tropical plants and shrubs • Unusual Japanese maples • Expanded vegetable and herb selections • Native and drought-tolerant rarities • Lush hanging baskets • AND SO MUCH MORE!!!

Art Classes - Purchase a gift certificate for art classes Watercolor or Oil Painting! Great Plant Sale - Buy mom a gift certificate. Let mom do the shopping for her garden, containers and more.

Dollar Day - May 17 Dollar Day! $1, Members and kids 2 and under are free In celebration of National Public Gardens Week (May 13-19) we are offering $1 admission on May 17! National Public Gardens Week is a national celebration to raise awareness of America’s public gardens and their important role in environmental stewardship and awareness, plant and water conservation and education in communities nationwide.

Horticulture Classes Purchase a gift certificate for a class mom is sure to enjoy or sign her up for the whole series! Horticulture Program

Exhibit

Arcangel Gallery

Workshop

Special Event

Sale!

Art Class

Kid Stuff

Health & Wellness

GM - Garden Member

GP - General Public

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CALENDER CONTINUED Joe Diebold - June 1 - August 18 THE ARCANGEL GALLERY From the Power of the Sun - Full of bright colors, this photography exhibit will give visitors the feeling that the summer sun is shining through each photo. Joe Diebold is a self-taught local photographer that specializes in maternity, children’s and family photography but got his start with nature and landscapes. His love of nature brought him to discover the Botanical Gardens and the many wonderful exhibits it holds. Bonsai Show - June 1-2 by The Buffalo Bonsai Society Talk with experts and beginners as they display amazing bonsai specimens from their personal collections. Demos on live trees, the opportunity to purchase bonsai, starter plants, accent plants and pots, as well as a raffle bonsai round out the activities for the weekend. Yoga - Wednesday Nights

Summer - June 5, 12, 19, July 10, 17, 24, 31, August 7, 14, 21 Fall - August 28, September 4, 11, 18, 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

$100 per 10 week series or $15 per class

Winter mini-session - November 6, 13, 20, December 4, 11, 18

$60 per 6 week series or $15 per class

Free to eligible BlueCross BlueShield of WNY members

Led by Leanne Oldenbrook from Oasis Yoga and Wellness. Register for one class or a series, contact Leanne at 864.1194 or crescmnyoga@yahoo.com or online cmyoga.com. Gentle Hatha Yoga - 5:30-6:45pm Gentle stretches to warm up joints and muscles, postures designed to increase strength, flexibility and balance, and time for relaxation and meditation. Suitable for all, but especially students with injuries or limitations. Gentle Power Flow Yoga/Pilates - 7-8:15pm More vigorous practice featuring relaxation, warm up stretches, series of sequences and Pilates postures designed to build strength, endurance, and body heat. Succulent Garden Workshop - June 6 6pm - GM $15, GP $20 Get the friends together for a fun gardening experience for adults. Design a small succulent container garden, discover exciting low-maintenance succulent plants and add some creative touches to your new space. Choose from a variety of miniature succulents that come in many unique forms. You may wish to bring gardening gloves.

Hosta Show - June 9 10am-4pm - by the Western New York Hosta Society Hostas are America’s favorite perennial, and because they are grown and exhibited more for their diverse foliage than their flowers, it is difficult to exhibit the whole plant. Hosta lovers show single, well groomed, leaves in vases. Hundreds of leaves that differ in size, shape, form and color will be on show. These will be judged the previous day by Master Judges from North Eastern USA and then displayed in large groups. Troughs, trays and pots, artfully planted with small hostas and companion plants, will also be displayed. Artistic flower arrangements incorporating hosta leaves will again be displayed. Melanie Fisher Art Exhibit - June 15 - August 18 Melanie Fisher’s sculptures are organic and otherworldly. With influences from nature and science fiction, she transforms large ceramic forms into a new hybrid of species. She mixes characteristics from plants and humans, mimicking artificial selection by carefully manipulating the clay to create new hybrids. By working in a range of scales and mediums, Melanie explores the connections between our micro and macro worlds, imagining the opportunity to discover something previously unknown. Her unique collection will be scattered throughout the Botanical Gardens. Starry Night in the Garden - June 26 starring... Andy Grammer Shaed and Flora Cash 6-9pm $50 General Admission $115 Pella VIP (VIP Sold Out April 9) $250 Under the Dome Experience Tickets - mystar1025.radio.com Presented by: West Herr Toyota of Orchard Park and Williamsville - With support from: Liberty Cab, Pella Windows and Door, Genesee Brew House, Magic Hat and Seagrams Escapes Join Star 102.5 and the Botanical Gardens to celebrate summer with an amazing outdoor concert, food tasting from local restaurants, wineries and breweries. Party into the night to benefit the Botanical Gardens. Go to mystar1025.radio.com for more information.

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Garden Art Sale - June 29-30 June 29 - 10am-5pm & June 30 - 10am-4pm, Free Outside on the Botanical Gardens’ front lawn The go-to place for gardeners who need just one more beautiful, quirky, interesting object to cheer up their garden, intrigue their visitors, and make them smile as they weed and putter. Enjoy live music and food trucks as you shop! Find lots of plant info and advice on the Plant Society Avenue. 2019 is the 25th Anniversary of Garden Walk Buffalo and visitors to the Garden Art Sale can be first in line to obtain special anniversary merchandise, this year’s celebratory t-shirt, and the new book, Buffalo-Style Gardens, at the Gardens Buffalo Niagara booth. For more information, please visit GardensBuffaloNiagara.com. Oil Painting - July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, August 6, 13, 20 6-9pm, GM $45 per class, GP $50 per class Each week a different painting will be completed covering essential landscape topics: color theory, atmospheric perspective, and good composition. The handling of oil paint as it relates to mixing, expressive brushwork, and technique will be addressed. Beginners through advanced are welcome. Supplies are provided. Salvatore’s Secret Garden Dinner Series New! July 9, 23, August 6, 20 - 4:30-8:30pm Salvatore’s Italian Gardens will create an exclusive, fresh and imaginative dining experience inside the Botanical Gardens. Salvatore’s Chef will thoughtfully construct an all-inclusive specific menu for each week. Guests can enjoy fresh and imaginative dishes and drinks at tables located among the tropical surroundings for guests to relax and enjoy their experience. Menus will be available in advance. Go to buffalogardens.com or SalvatoresHospitality.com to review the pre-set menus and purchase dinner reservations. Pre-paid reservations include the pre-set meal for that week, taxes and gratuity. Beer and wine will be priced separately and can be selected and purchased at your table. Due to the exclusivity of this experience, reservations must be purchased at least 24 hours in advance at SalvatoresHospitality.com, or by phone at 635.9000. A Garden Bar featuring handpicked wines, bubbles and craft beers will also be open from 4:30-8:30pm for visitors to enjoy live music, drinks and a relaxing stroll through the Botanical Gardens. Reservations are not needed for the Garden Bar. Join us for a creative date night or a place to escape with your family on a warm summer evening. Regular Botanical Gardens’ admission prices apply to enter the Garden Bar and Salvatore’s Secret Garden.

Birds in the Landscape - July 11 New! 6-8pm- GM $16, GP $18 Gardening - it’s for the birds! Join Buffalo Audubon to discover more about Plants for Birds presented by Naturalist, Mark Carra. Learn how you can facilitate connections between a native garden landscape and the wildlife and pollinators that thrive locally through an entertaining lecture. Investigate these connections and adaptations further by exploring the exotic plants in the Botanical Gardens’ collection and discover how birds make the diversity of the tropics happen. Botanics & Brews - July 25 6-9pm, GM $35, GP $40 A refreshing summer event held outside under a tent on the front lawn of the Botanical Gardens. Guests can enjoy cold drinks, delicious food, yard games and live music from JJ Swing. Try-it Distributing, Ithaca Beer Company and Labatt USA will offer a wide variety of craft beers. Other included refreshments include; red, white and sparkling wines and a few creative drink surprises. JJ Swing is an eight-piece swing band complete with a brass section, drums and guitar. This local legendary band makes you want to get up and dance... and dancing at Botanics & Brews is encouraged! Non-alcoholic drinks and lots of delicious snacks will be provided. Don’t forget to try your luck on a high value basket raffle. Event tickets include open bar of beer and wine, snacks, live music, yard games and access to the Botanical Gardens for a self-guided tour.

Garden Walk Buffalo - July 27-28 Throughout Buffalo, NY Celebrates its 25th anniversary 10am-4pm The largest garden tour in the North America! Around 400 residences and businesses throughout Buffalo open their creative urban gardens for 60,000+ visitors from around the U.S., Canada and beyond. Garden Walk Buffalo has an estimated economic impact of $4.5 million. More information can be found at GardenWalkBuffalo.com. Hosta, Daylily & Iris Sale - August 24 9am-2pm, Free, in the Administration Building Hundreds of daylilies, hostas and irises, labeled and described for sale at reasonable prices. Experts will be on hand to answer your plant questions. Come early, as there will be a long line waiting for the doors to open. Joan Saba Studio Class - August 25 - October 14 Nature’s Palette - A selection of original paintings from local artists that celebrate the THE ARCANGEL GALLERY color, form and beauty of nature. 7

Horticulture Certificate Classes 11am-1pm, GM $108 per series or $18 per class, GP $138 per series or $23 per class Refresh your gardening skills, learn new concepts and ideas, and explore the botanical world with classes designed and led by David R. Clark, Horticulturist & CNLP. Great for beginners or gardeners wishing to brush up on their skills. Perfect for gifts, or share the experience with friends! Those who complete each series will be presented with a certificate upon completion. Please see the class syllabus online for more details.

Travel Raffle Grand Prize

A Dream Vacation! A trip for two to Ireland, Mexico, or the Caribbean! Pick your destination and go whenever itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s convenient for you! All arrangements will be made for you through The Travel Team Inc.

Horticulture I 101- September 7 - Botany 101 102 - September 14 - Plant Propagation 103 - September 28 - Pest Management and Disease 104 - October 5 - Shrubs and Trees *includes a tree tour! 105 - October 12 - Annuals and Perennials 106 - October 26 - Garden Design Horticulture II 201- November 2 - Soil Science 202 - November 16 - Advanced Plant Propagation 203 - November 23 - Hydroponics 204 - January 4 - Water Gardening 205 - January 11 - Practical Principles of Pruning 206 - January 18 - Introduction to Landscape Design *Horticulture III & IV will be offered in 2020 and Horticulture V & VI will be offered again in 2021 CLOSED - The Botanical Gardens will be closed during regular hours September 20 in preparation for the Gala at the Gardens.

Travel voucher has a maximum value of $3,000. Winners are able to modify their selected package based upon their travel preferences. Due to fluctuations in travel pricing, all costs incurred above $3,000 are the sole responsibility of winner. Not redeemable for cash. No refunds. All winners have one year to redeem. Tickets will only be sold to 18 years of age and older.

Second Prize

Sterling Inn & Spa Getaway Escape to the Sterling Inn & Spa, a boutique hotel in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Enjoy an overnight stay in a Jacuzzi Room, Complimentary Cocktail Hour, a three-course fine dinning experience for two at the award winning restaurant, AG Inspired Cuisine and breakfast in bed.

Not redeemable for cash. No refunds. All winners have one year to redeem. Tickets will only be sold to 18 years of age and older.

Gala at the Gardens - September 20 Tickets are $175 each For sponsorship opportunities, program ads or tickets, please call Brittany Zandi, Director of Development, at 827.1584 ext. 203 or email bzandi@buffalogardens.com Co-Chairs Naniscah Koessler and Jackye Mandell and Honorary Chairs Ted and Terry Johnson formally invite you to the 2019 Gala at the Gardens. A formal sit-down dinner will be provided by Salvatoreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Italian Gardens. Thank you to your generous sponsors:

Third Prize

Ellicottville Getaway Two nights at the Wingate by Wyndham in Ellicottville, NY and $150 to spend. Not redeemable for cash. No refunds. All winners have one year to redeem. Tickets will only be sold to 18 years of age and older.

Tickets - $20 3 Chances to WIN on each ticket Only 700 will be sold!

Tickets available June 1 - September 1 Winning tickets will be drawn Tuesday, September 1 at the Botanical Gardens (winners need not be present). Tickets can be purchased online at buffalogardens.com, in our Gift Shop, or by calling 827.1584 ext. 295.

Must be 18 years of age and older to purchase. All proceeds benefit the Botanical Gardens, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.

Outreach - Let us come to YOU! Want to get your group actively engaged? Our Hands-On Outreach Programs and Lecture options offer just the opportunity! Let us come to you to lead a fun and interactive program your participants will be talking about for weeks! We offer entertaining and informative presentations with knowledgeable speakers on numerous gardening subjects. Our popular programs are a hit with school-age students, seniors and adults. The Botanical Gardens offers outreach programs to schools too! Having a Science Night, Summer Program, Environmental Faire or hosting a similar event? Let us come to you and provide some planting fun! With this program, we can accommodate smaller events, all the way up to large events with 300+ attendees. Would you prefer to avoid field trip hassles? We are happy to come to your classroom or day camp to lead an activity with all materials and instruction provided! All school programs are fully aligned with the New York State Science Standards, The Next Generation Science Standards and the Common Core State Standards. Programs can be adapted to all grade levels Pre-K-12. Contact the Education Department at 827.1584 ext. 730 or education@buffalogardens.com to book your fun and memorable program today!

Gardening Tip Yes, you have room to garden! If you have room for one pot on your porch or balcony, you can do gardening. Planting in pots is called container gardening. It has a name, so it counts as gardening! Here are some tips for container gardening:

Photo by: Connie Stofko

• If you have a wheelchair ramp, you have room for gardening. You can tuck a pot into a corner of the ramp. The pot won’t interfere with the wheelchair. • Decorative flowers are nice, but don’t forget that you can plant herbs and vegetables in pots, too. • You can mix different plants together. Consider combining a tomato plant with short marigolds and vining nasturtium. • Get creative with the container itself. Gardeners have grown plants in old boots, a glass light shade and an old bathtub. Consider using native plants, which provide food and a home for butterflies. Butterfly flower (also known as butterfly weed or Asclepias tuberosa) has lovely orange flowers and helps monarch butterflies.

You can get more great gardening tips at BuffaloNiagaraGardening.com, the online gardening magazine for Western New York. It’s free to subscribe!

Proud to Support Arts Access Arts Access aims to increase the accessibility of WNY arts and culture by connecting residents to cultural opportunities in their communities. Arts Access provides low-income individuals and their families the chance to see live theatre, music, art and more through the Arts Access pass. The Botanical Gardens offers Free General Admission for an Arts Access pass holder and up to four passes total for a family. To learn more about the program, visit arts-access.org.

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Join the Botanical Gardens! Personal and Family Memberships Benefits include:

Free admission to the Botanical Gardens Discounts on classes, birthday parties and select special events 10% discount in the Gift Shop and at the Great Plant Sale *10% discount at select local nurseries and garden centers Guest Pass(es)(depending on level) A one-year subscription to Better Homes and Gardens magazine Reciprocal benefits at over 300 gardens and arboretums Student (13+) / $35 or $63 for two years Includes one student as stated on membership card Includes one guest pass and benefits listed above Senior (62+) / $35 or $63 for two years Includes one senior as stated on membership card Includes one guest pass and benefits listed above Individual / $45 or $81 for two years Includes one adult as stated on membership card Includes one guest pass and benefits listed above Dual Senior (62+) / $60 or $108 for two years Includes two seniors as stated on membership card Includes two guest passes and benefits listed above Dual Adult / $70 or $126 for two years Includes two adults as stated on membership card Includes two guest passes and benefits listed above Grandparents / $65 or $117 for two years Includes up to two adults as stated on membership card and up to four grandchildren under 18 Includes two guest passes and benefits listed above Family / $75 or $135 for two years Includes up to two adults as stated on membership card and dependent children under 18 Includes two guest passes and benefits listed above Family Advantage / $95 or $171 for two years Includes up to three adults as stated on membership card and dependent children under 18 Includes two guest passes and benefits listed above Gardener Advantage / $110 or $198 for two years Includes up to two adults as stated on membership card Includes four guest passes and benefits listed above

Group Memberships Garden Club & Plant Societies / $130

Ten guest passes Seasonal mailings and invitations Group name and contact on our website A speaker at a discounted rate of $60 or $75 for a hands-on program 10% discount on one Great Plant Sale pre-order (one order per organization)

Special Needs Groups

For human service agencies, nursing homes, group homes, or other special needs organizations. For all levels, after the passes are utilized, each additional visitor will be extended a $5 admission rate. Level One / $45 - 10 guest passes Level Two / $65 - 15 guest passes Level Three / $85 - 20 guest passes

*New for Members! 10% discount at select area nurseries and garden centers. Just show your membership card! • Arbordale Nurseries - Getzville • Badding Brothers Farm - East Amherst • Lavocat’s - East Amherst • Masterson’s - East Aurora • AND MORE!

Volunteer Do you have extra time? Do you enjoy helping the community? If so, consider becoming a part of the Botanical Gardens’ volunteer family! Meet friendly people, learn more about plants and provide support for our ever-growing programs. NEXT ORIENTATION - June 12 - 10am-2:30pm Register on our website There is a lot to do! You may train as a horticulture volunteer and work inside and outside the greenhouses. Or, your choice may be to help maintain our facilities with carpentry, electrical and maintenance work. Maybe you would prefer administrative support and computer tasks. Or, you may be tempted to work in the Gift Shop or admissions. Training as an education volunteer means you would provide hands-on activities for visitors of all ages. Finally, there are volunteers that help with special events and weddings. Branch out and turn over a new leaf. Join our family! INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE! Karen Hammer, Program & Volunteer Coordinator khammer@buffalogardens.com - 827.1584 ext. 207

Docent Training Class of 2019 9am-1pm, Thursdays August 8, 15, 22, 29, September 5, 12 $25 to cover supplies Are you a lover of gardening, botany and Buffalo? Do you love to share your passion with others, do you enjoy learning and talking with the public? Are you looking to become involved in a rewarding volunteer experience? Consider becoming a docent at the Botanical Gardens educating visitors of all ages! Docents lead tours, teach hands-on programs and help for many of our education events such as field trip programs, scout groups, Wegmans Family Days, answer visitor questions during special plant exhibits and events and assist Education staff in programs that educate visitors about all the Botanical Gardens has to offer. An education background is not required, but a high level of enthusiasm is! Sign up online or call 827.1584 ext. 730.

Ways to Give

With Gratitude

Annual Fund - Unrestricted gifts to the Annual Fund are essential to our financial strength and longevity. Annual Fund donations are used to maintain our facilities and operations, support educational programming and to provide restoration and preservation of our horticulture collection.

Begonia Giving Society ($500-$999)

Matching Gifts - Many employers sponsor matching gift programs and will match charitable contributions made by their employees. Check with your human resources representative to see if you or your spouseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s company can match your gift! The impact of your gift could be doubled! Amazon Smile - Did you know you can contribute to the Buffalo Botanical Gardens just by shopping on Amazon? Visit smile.amazon.com, select the Buffalo Botanical Gardens as your charity and Amazon will donate .5% of your purchase to the Buffalo Botanical Gardens at no extra cost to you!

Palm Dome Society ($1,000+)

Tributes & Dedications - A gift to the Buffalo Botanical Gardens is a thoughtful and touching way to remember a loved one, honor a special person, offer gratitude, or commemorate a special occasion. There are many ways in which you can honor someone special in your life; pavers, benches, planting a tree or creating a new tribute are some of the many options available to you. A thoughtful gift that will last for years to come!

The Florence DaLuiso-Zoll Society The Florence DaLuiso-Zoll Society was established to honor donors who may have a desire to remember the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens Society, Inc. through planned giving. Society members understand the importance of leaving a legacy that strengthens the future of the Botanical Gardens and leaving a legacy that all of Western New York will benefit from. The Botanical Gardens Planned Giving Society is named after Florence DaLuiso-Zoll (September 2006). Florence was a volunteer preservationist who in 1979 explored ways to save the Botanical Gardens from financial crisis. Florence created docent programs and classes at the Botanical Gardens. She was elected President of the Friends of the Botanical Gardens Society in 1981 and was instrumental in forming the public/private partnership with the County of Erie. To make a gift, or for more information please call Brittany Zandi, Director of Development at 827.1584 ext. 203 or email bzandi@buffalogardens.com

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Mr. and Mrs. Wayne D. Arcangel Ms. Shonda Brock Dr. John L. Butsch Ms. Diane J. Chrisman Mr. and Mrs. Frederick B. Cohen Mr. and Mrs. David Colligan Ms. Paulette Crooke Mr. and Mrs. Joseph DiDomenico, Jr. Mr. John B. Drenning * Dr. and Mrs. Richard Dulski Mr. Ronald L. Frank and Ms. Anne Schneider Mrs. Maria Gerbracht Ms. Erin Grajek Mr. Peter J. Heffley Mr. and Mrs. Ted Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Kresse, Esq. Ms. Ruth Mathews Dr. Yvonne Minor Ragan Mr. Robert Thill and Ms. Elizabeth Moll Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Needham Mrs. Ellen E. Neumaier Ms. Sharon Osgood, Esq. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Paladino Mr. and Mrs. Richard C. Penfold Ms. M. Virginia Procter Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Robinson Mr. Samuel Savarino Ms. Susan Seibel Mr. and Mrs. David J. Swarts Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Urlaub Mr. and Mrs. Alan Vogt Ms. Lorraine A. Wilson *Deceased

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The historic Botanical Gardens is a living museum that inspires curiosity and connects people to the natural world.

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