2015 GBBG Winter Newsletter

WINTER 2015-16

Green Bay Botanical Garden is a non-profit organization connecting people with nature in an environment that engages, inspires and refreshes.

Explore the Garden this Winter!

WPS Garden of Lights Blaze a snowshoe trail Discover winter classes ...and more!

Partners & Volunteers Anne Basten, Membership and Volunteer Manager

We are happy to recognize these individuals as our 2015 Corporate Partner & Volunteers of the Year! an inspiration. She welcomes guests with a smile treating everyone with respect and kindness. She is willing and able to do whatever is asked of her and takes pride in her work. The gift of her time is priceless!

Corporate Partner of the Year BMO Harris Bank/ BMO Private Bank

has been engaged with the Garden since 2007. They began as a Corporate Member and soon after became an annual sponsor of our concert series. They supported the Growing the Garden Capital Campaign in 2010 and took on an even greater role by increasing their support as the new Lead Sponsor of the Sanimax Concerts series in 2014. In addition, Executive Assistant, Cheryl Beilfuss, is a dedicated advocate of the Garden. She ensures BMO Harris Bank employees are aware of the benefits provided through the Bank’s support and encourages participation in the Corporate Partner Employee days at the Garden.

Development Volunteer of the Year Kathy Hartman has been involved with the

Garden Board of Directors since 2005. She has been Chair of the Fund Development Committee since 2012 and served on the Growing the Garden Capital Campaign Cabinet in 2010. Kathy led the process for the Garden’s re-branding initiative in 2013. She has also provided direction to GBBG’s Board of Directors in various Fund Development initiatives.

As a result, the Garden saw an increase in its Annual Campaign donors as well as in overall donations of more than $17,000. She also played an integral role in securing another 3-year commitment (2015–2017) with Wisconsin Public Service as the Named Title Sponsor for WPS Garden of Lights. We appreciate Kathy’s dedication and commitment!

Guest Services Volunteer of the Year Maureen Ackerman began volunteering at the

Garden when it was all but a dream. Back then, you could find Maureen alongside the Horticultural Staff, planting, weeding and doing whatever was needed. She made the move inside when help was needed at the front desk. Maureen has been faithfully volunteering there ever since and has been

Horticulture Volunteer of the Year Ricki Krautkramer comes in every Tuesday

with a smile on her face, delicious baked goods in-hand, and is ready to seize the day. Since volunteering with us in 2012, Ricki has taken on any job without complaining…whether it be weeding the sidewalk cracks with a nail at the end of a stick or refusing to leave until we are finished planting all 2,500 and some odd bulbs in front of the Visitor Center in the pouring rain and mud. Ricki also spends countless hours volunteering for numerous Garden events, usually taking the jobs no one else wants. We can count on Ricki for anything. She is the perfect example of what makes a great volunteer!

Facilities Volunteer of the Year Lee Zaddack is one of those volunteers you can

count on when you’re in any predicament. Lee is truly a jack-of-all-trades. There seems to be nothing that he hasn’t done, or tried, when it comes to outdoor horticulture and facilities maintenance. He mows, paints, repairs; he cleans, weeds, waters, and harvests produce; and he is part of the WPS Garden of Lights setup and takedown crew. Plus Lee has volunteered at most of our events in some facet or another. He has been a volunteer at the Garden since 1997 and has been a joy to work with. Lee also celebrated his 80th birthday this year.

Youth Volunteer of the Year: Anna Burie volunteered close to 20 hours for

2014 WPS Garden of Lights while being a full time high school student. Anna has stayed on board and has been volunteering throughout the spring and summer of 2015. We have seen her personality blossom over the summer through her efforts in the

Snowshoes Experience a winter adventure by exploring the Garden on snowshoes! During the winter months, snowshoes are available to use on site and are free with Garden admission. We have sizes suitable for kids (6 years and older) and adults, as well as marked paths in the Garden. Snowshoe check out requires that guests leave a driver’s license at the desk in exchange for their snowshoes. Get out and enjoy the snow at the Garden this year!

Partners & Volunteers Garden with our horticultural staff and the volunteer roles she has played during Sanimax Concerts at the Garden Series. She is a great addition to our events and horticulture staff and keeps us all smiling.

Thank you Anna for helping the Garden grow!

Special Events Volunteer of the Year: Dale Bartel has volunteered over 80 hours at the

Garden this year. You’ve seen him at Mother’s Day Brunch helping children craft a planting project for mom, Garden Fair checking people in at admissions, Sanimax Concerts popping delicious popcorn, Fall Family Art Festival playing games with children, directing guests at WPS Garden of Lights and helping to create an edible craft during Winter Family Festival. Dale truly enjoys connecting families with the Garden and helping to create a remarkable memory of their time spent here.

Dale always brings a smile to our faces. The Garden is so grateful for his support and the time he’s given in support of our mission.

Volunteers Who Gave the Garden 100+ Hours during Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they just have the heart.

– Elizabeth Andrew

Carol Zellner...............329 Gerri Gribi................296.5 Bruce Kilmer............267.5 Jim Tubbs.................239.5 Gene Arendt..........237.5 Barb Griffin............191.75 Lee Zaddack........183.75 Dave Sorenson.......165.5 Ricki Krautkramer.162.75 Robert Stark...............153 Nancy Kohrman.....150.5 Tom Mertens..............139

Lester Haen.............135.5 Sally Peck...................134 Betty Arendt..........131.25 Don Giese..................129 Ann Wasurick........122.25 Deb Freeman.......115.75 Shirley Maenner.........115 Shar Borg....................114 Laura Davister.......113.75 Lee Richardson.....105.75 Doug Hartman......101.25

Education Volunteer of the Year: Amy Kopp’s love of the Garden began as a

gardener in our Peas in a Pod Family Gardening program. When she became a volunteer reader for our summer story time, we were wowed by her endless enthusiasm and passion for working with children! When she decided to join our docent team, we did a happy dance, because the energy and excitement she brings to everything she does is so contagious. This year, Amy has also agreed to help us research and launch our educational outreach programs into the schools, simply because she has so much fun doing it. We appreciate her interest and continued support of education at the Garden.

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Thank you for your investment in this treasured community resource!

Members of 30 Years

The Garden is very fortunate to be able to celebrate those members that have been with us for 30 consecutive years.

Through their continued support the Garden has grown to what it is today, a treasured community asset enjoyed by many.

We honor the following Members: Mark Freberg Tom & Vonnie Baye Tom & Carol Mertens Sandra Hassler William Seidl Marjorie Crowl Betty Cox Gregory & Marsha Meissner Glenn & Kathleen Spevacek Dr. John & Joan Mills Lois Riemer Patricia Schneider Betty Tilton

Winter Fun

Winter Discovery S.E.E.D. Packs

Get to know the winter garden with your family! Check out a S.E.E.D. Pack to help you Search, Explore, Experience and Discover Green Bay Botanical Garden. Within the pack are short lessons accompanied by hands-on activities.

The activities in the Winter Discovery pack will introduce you to concepts of winter ecology and help you explore the wildlife and features of the winter garden more closely.

S.E.E.D. Packs are available during our regular business hours and can be checked out for no additional charge after paid admission. Completing the activities of the Winter Discovery Pack together will help develop an understanding of and appreciation for the natural world in both children and adults and enhance communication and family bonds.

Educational Programs December 2015 - February 2016

Family Workshop: Wreath Making Saturday, December 5 | 10–11:30 am Kelle Hartman – GBBG Children & Family Educator This workshop is for families who wish to create their holiday wreath together. We will be using fresh evergreens, pinecones, winter berries and other holiday materials. Each family will construct one wreath. Please, no more than two children per adult. All materials included. $20/GBBG Member Family; $25/Non-Member Family Capturing Holiday Lights Sunday, December 13 | 4–5:30 pm Marc Amenson - Amenson Studio Shoot GBBG’s WPS Garden of Lights outdoor light display with the help of local photographer, Marc Amenson. Learn the settings that work best to achieve beautiful nighttime photos this holiday season. Please bring your own camera and dress for the weather.

A tripod is recommended but not required for this hands-on beginner to advanced photography class. Class fee includes admission to WPS Garden of Lights. $17/GBBG Members; $26/Non-Members Garden Sprouts: Gingerbread Fun Friday, December 11 10–11:30 am GBBG Education Staff Do you like gingerbread cookies? Discover how cookies are made from plants like ginger and enjoy a gingerbread story. This program is designed for children ages three to five and one accompanying adult. Price includes one child and adult.

Additional child is half price. $8/GBBG Members; $13/Non-Members

Herbal Gift Making Wednesday, December 16 5:30–8:30 pm Linda Conroy Moonwise Herbs Join us for this fun hands-on workshop as we craft together an array of herbal creations that will serve as inspirational gifts for you and/or loved ones.

Travel throughout various make and take stations and make a body spray, healing salve, felted soap, massage oil, tea blend and much more! Herbal infusions will be served as we enjoy this fun, interactive and informative evening. Materials provided. $59/GBBG Members; $68/Non-Members Naturally Light & Easy Weekday Meals Tuesday, January 12 6–8 pm Leslie Denis Former Owner, Not By Bread Alone Eat light and stay fit in the New Year as we learn to cook quick and naturally healthy meals. Join Leslie as she prepares a variety of dishes that will help keep you on track to a light and lean 2016! Bring your appetite - participants will learn how to prepare the recipes and sample them during class. $18/GBBG Members; $27/Non-Members DSLR Newbie: Just the Basics Thursday, January 14 5:30–7:30 pm Marc Amenson Amenson Studio Unlock your creative potential by learning the features of your DSLR camera. Bring in your camera and leave with the confidence to make great images in any situation. $16/GBBG Members; $25/Non-Members

Family Workshop: Twisting Pretzels Saturday, January 16 | 10:30 am–12 pm Kelle Hartman – GBBG Children & Family Educator Hot, doughy pretzels are a great way to warm up on a winter day! Discover the botanical ingredients found in your pretzels & dips, mix and twist some pretzels to sample, and take a batch to bake at home. All materials included. $15/GBBG Member Families; $20/Non-Member Families Adult Snowshoe Hikes Saturday, January 16 | 1–3 pm Monday, February 22 | 2–4 pm GBBG Education Staff Enjoy a unique winter perspective of the Garden! Learn the basics of snowshoeing, explore the winter adaptations of the plants and search for tracks and signs of animals.

Dress in layers and be prepared for hiking outdoors for about 1 hour. Distance of hike will be range from ¾-1.5 miles depending on abilities of the group.

Program will be held as a hike if there isn’t enough snow for snowshoes. $9/GBBG Member; $18/Non-Member Attracting Winter Birds Tuesday, January 19 | 3–4:30 pm Nancy Paul – Wild Bird Feeding Specialist & Owner of Wild Birds Unlimited of Green Bay Nancy will share secrets for attracting winter birds to your yard. She will show you what type of birds you can attract, how to feed them and some tips for taking a closer look at your feathered friends. Various types of feeders will be discussed and displayed. $9/GBBG Members; $18/Non-Members

Visit www.GBBG.org for more information on these and other educational programs.

Educational Programs December 2015 - February 2016

Garden Sprouts: Garden PJ Fun Friday, January 22 | 10–11:30 am GBBG Education Staff Shhh! Everyone is sleeping! Have you ever wondered what happens in the Garden during the cold winter? Where do garden creatures sleep? Come and explore the winter garden and learn who snores throughout the entire winter! Put on your favorite pair of pajamas and join us as we learn all about the winter sleepers! This program is designed for children ages 3-5 and one accompanying adult. Price includes one child and adult.

Additional child is half price. $8/GBBG Members; $13/Non-Members From Curd to Press Tuesday, January 26 6–8 pm Linda Conroy Moonwise Herbs Learn to make delicious cheese curds. We will make these and learn how to press them to make cheddar cheese. Learning to press and age this cheese will be instructive for those who want to experiment. For those who simply want curds, you will be delighted at the results.

We will sample curds and previously finished cheese. $35/GBBG Members; $44/Non-Members Garden in a Bottle Thursday, January 28 | 6–8 pm Jamie Hemenway-Peotter - Mayflower Greenhouse In this workshop, you will discover how and what plants need in order to be self- sustaining in a terrarium. Design your own attractive plant terrarium for your home or as a gift for family & friends. All materials included. $45/GBBG Members; $54/Non-Members

To Register: • Call (920) 490-9457 • Visit www.GBBG.org/Classes • Stop by the front desk during regular business hours

Family Snowshoe Hike Saturday, January 30 | 1–3 pm Saturday, February 27 | 10–11:30 am Kelle Hartman – GBBG Children & Family Educator Find a new way to have fun this winter!

Learn the basics of snowshoeing then head outside to discover what causes winter, explore ways that plants are adapted to survive and search for tracks and signs of animals. Dress in layers and be prepared for hiking outdoors for about 1 hour. Distance of hike will be range from ¾-1 miles depending on abilities of the group. Snowshoes are sized for ages 6 and up.

Program will be held as a hike if there isn’t enough snow for snowshoes. $13/GBBG Member Families; $18/NonMember Families Herbal Infused Oils, Salves & Lotions Tuesday, February 2 6–8 pm Linda Conroy Moonwise Herbs Herbalist Linda Conroy will lead participants through the process of making oils, salves and lotions. The focus will be on creating remedies from herbs in the garden.

Participants will leave with a list of healing herbs, recipes and preparations made in this workshop. Fee covers oils, jars, beeswax and all supplies for making an infused oil, a massage oil blend, a salve and a lotion. $24/GBBG Members; $33/Non-Members FREE Travelogue: Germany Wednesday, February 3 12–1 pm Doug & Kathy Hartman GBBG Members Join us as we travel across Germany from east to west. See remnants of the Berlin wall, the romantic city of Rothenburg ob der Tauber and explore castles near the Deutsches Eck (German Corner) where the Rhine and Moselle Rivers meet.

Bring a bag lunch and join us for this FREE program.

Grow Your Own Mushrooms Thursday, February 4 | 6–8 pm Lindsey Bender - Mycologist, Field & Forest Products Learn the many benefits of fungi and the basics of gourmet and medicinal mushroom cultivation. Then put your new skills to work. Join us in making your own oyster mushroom farm to take home! All materials included. $25/GBBG Members; $34/Non-Members Introduction to Mosaic Art 2 Tuesday, February 9 – Thursday, February 11 5:30–9 pm Margy Cottingham – Classic & Contemporary Fine Arts Mosaics This 3 night Mosaic 2 Class taught from a Fine Art point of view, will give students the opportunity to learn additional information and skill which will allow you to begin to work more independently. The class will focus to a greater degree on mosaic process including design, cutting, execution technique, mosaic materials, adhesives, substrate preparation, copyright and safety. Students will create a small 6 x 6 inch mosaic from beginning to end. On the last night of class you will enjoy a visual presentation/lecture on Ancient and Contemporary Mosaic Around the World.

All materials and use of tools are included. $155/GBBG Members; $164/Non-Members Family Workshop: Feathered Friends Saturday, February 13 | 10–11:30 am Kelle Hartman – GBBG Children & Family Educator Learn how you can show special love to our feathered friends. We will explore the Garden to identify some common winter birds and make a few special valentine bird treats to take home. All materials included. $13/GBBG Member Families; $18/Non-Member Families

Educational Programs December 2015 - February 2016

How to Grow Orchids Successfully Tuesday, February 16 6–7:30 pm Mary Stewart – Goin’ To Pot Orchids & Repotting Srv Have you tried growing orchids? No success?

Don’t give up! In this class, learn correct cultural requirements, and how you CAN grow orchids successfully at home. Thirty plus years of growing has taught Mary the right and wrong way. Great for beginners! Mary will also have orchids, plants and growing supplies available for purchase. $9/GBBG Members; $18/Non-Members FREE Travelogue: Africa Wednesday, February 17 12–1 pm Bill & Pat Larsen – GBBG Members Bill and Pat will share their travels throughout Africa during this lunchtime presentation.

View amazing photos of animals migrating across the Serengeti Plain including lions, elephants, Cape Buffalo, Zebras, Cheetas, Giraffes and so much more! Learn about the culture and customs of the Masai people, Mount Kilimanjaro and general travel trips for Africa.

Bring a bag lunch and join us for this FREE program.

Building Healthy Soil for Healthy Plants Thursday, February 18 2–4 pm Vijai Pandian – Brown County UW Extension Horticulture Educator Healthy soil is the foundation for a successful vegetable garden. Learn from Vijai Pandian, UW Horticulture Extension agent on how to build good soil tilth, understanding organic soil conditioners, sampling soil for testing and plant nutrient needs. $9/GBBG Member; $18/Non-Member

Garden Sprouts: Hot Chocolate Fun Friday, February 19 | 10–11:30 am GBBG Education Staff Did you know that chocolate comes from a tree? Come celebrate chocolate and other snacks that come from plants! We will read a delicious story and make a few chocolate treats to take home. Grab your taste buds, this class is sure to fill your tummy. This program is designed for children ages three to five and one accompanying adult. Price includes one child and adult. Additional child is half price. $8/GBBG Members; $13/Non-Members Painting Party Friday, February 19 6–8 pm Lori Vandenberg – GBBG Graphic Designer, Fine Artist & Fun Facilitator Have fun painting with your friends in a relaxed group setting while following stepby-step instructions. Enjoy various beverages from the Garden’s cash bar or bring your own non-alcoholic refreshments and snacks to feed your creativity. No experience is necessary, making it a fun and creative night out! Each participant will create a unique 16 x 20 acrylic painting. Give it a try, we promise you’ll have fun! All materials included. $35/GBBG Members; $44/Non-Members High Tea & the Floral Language of Romance Saturday, February 20 3–5 pm Herb Society of America Join us for an evening of pre-WWI elegance, when a lifted pinkie could denote your social class and a folded napkin suggest an invitation.

Learn about the Victorian tradition of the Tussie-Mussie and the language of flowers.

Enjoy the aromas and tastes of a three-course “champagne tea,” complete with scones mounded in lemon curd, traditional savories including cucumber and water cress finger sandwiches, and bite-sized sweets celebrating the romance of chocolate. $14/GBBG Members; $23/Non-Members

Tips for Great Yoga Photos Monday, February 22 | 6–8 pm Liz Brandt – Nomaste Yoga & Wellness and Shayna Amenson - Amenson Studio Posting yoga “selfies” has become quite a phenomenon but photographing your yoga practice can sometimes be distracting and even intimidating. Join Liz Brandt of Nomaste Yoga and Wellness and Shayna Amenson of Amenson Studio as they help you navigate this tricky terrain. Class will begin with a short yoga flow designed to warm and inspire, following our practice we will discuss tips and ideas for taking yoga photos, and finally class will end with the opportunity for you to have a professional portrait taken in a pose of your choice. Come with us for this fun and interactive journey and we will show you that you don’t need an expensive camera to take yoga photos. Please bring a yoga mat. $22/GBBG Members; $31/Non-Members Advanced Smartphone Photography Thursday, February 25 6–7:30 pm Marc Amenson – Amenson Studio Always reaching for your phone to capture that special shot, but disappointed with the end result? Want your photos to stand out? Learn the best techniques and apps for making your photos the envy of all your social media friends. We will start in the classroom before venturing out to practice.

Any camera phone is welcome! $16/GBBG Members; $25/Non-Members Early Season Vegetable Gardening Monday, February 29 | 6–7:30 pm Lynn Clark – N.E.W. Master Gardener Early spring is a great time to begin planning and planting your favorite cool season crops.

This class will explore the plethora of coolseason plants that you can both start growing and harvest during the early spring weeks.

Join Master Gardener, Lynn Clark, for an evening of edible exploration. $9/GBBG Members; $18/Non-Members

Visit www.GBBG.org for more information on these and other educational programs.

Gardens & Plants Mark Konlock, Director of Horticulture

Tidal Wave Red Velour Petunia

Update from our Director of Horticulture The end of the season is a great time to evaluate how our summer gardens performed. Which plants were show stoppers? Which ones just stopped?

At GBBG we not only evaluate all of our new plants throughout the Garden, but we also evaluate some specific trial plants all season long. As the Garden grows, we have become more involved with the horticultural science side of gardening. The trialing we perform allows our visitors and members to see new plants before they are released to get them on their purchase list - and to ask local garden centers to supply them. Our trialing allows local garden centers and growers to see the plants perform in a garden setting which may help determine if they are worthy of adding to their garden center’s inventory.

During the summer of 2015, GBBG was involved in four major trialing efforts: • Ball Horticultural Company. Fifty-one different annuals and perennials were part of the trial. The plants were evaluated by our horticulture staff and interns monthly throughout the growing season with results sent back to Ball Horticultural Company. Some of the show stoppers were Tidal Wave Red Velour petunia, Taishan Orange Improved marigold, Glamour euphorbia, Campfire coleus, Flame Thrower Chili Pepper coleus, and Flame Thrower Spiced Curry coleus. Look for these plants on sale next spring.

• All-America Selections (AAS) trials. GBBG is one of about 45 trial gardens in the United States that compares a breeder’s entry plant against the most commonly grown industry standards of that particular plant. The entry plants are compared and rated against the comparison plants throughout the trial, and then a score sheet is sent into AAS at the end of the evaluation period. This year 12 entries were evaluated against 19 comparisons for a total of 31 different plants. Our results are tabulated along with those from the other trial gardens to

AAS Greenhouse Evaluation

determine if the entry plant is worthy of an AAS designation. Look for AAS plants and seeds when shopping this spring to get proven performers into your garden. Go to www.all-americaselections.org to find your favorites.

• American Rose Trial for Sustainability or A.R.T.S.®. This trial includes 15 shrub roses in 4 replicated blocks, equaling 60 plants total, which were planted and watered for a few weeks to establish them. After that, the shrub roses received no supplemental water, no fertilizer, no pesticide treatment, and no winter protection. The idea is to find beautiful flowering roses that require very minimal care and are not susceptible to insects and disease. Board member, Lee Hansen, and horticulturist, Loretta Dorner, evaluate the roses monthly. GBBG is one of 11 national sites in the A.R.T.S.® program. Roses are trialed for two years, after which a new group is planted. Check out www. americanrosetrialsforsustainability.org for more information. Look for the trial site next summer, and look for A.R.TS. ® winning roses in garden centers in the upcoming years.

• Earth-Kind® Rose Trial. This trial includes 20 hybrid tea and floribunda roses in 4 replicated blocks, equaling 80 plants total.

These roses are treated similarly to the A.R.T.S.® roses except they will get mulched for winter protection. This year the plants were simply established. Data collection will begin next year and continue for three years total. The trial’s goal is to provide homeowners and retailers with trouble-free hybrid tea and floribunda roses that look great with minimal care. GBBG is the only northern test site for this trial in the country. Learn more at www.aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/ earthkindroses/about/ and view the plants next year at GBBG. Being home to the Packers, we in Green Bay know what it feels like to be the best in the country. With these trialing efforts, your garden is striving toward its goal to be the leading educational and horticultural destination in the upper Midwest. Please come out and see what is growing on next summer!

Trialing Evaluation

A.R.T.S.® and Earth-Kind® Rose Trial

NEW Trail Design!

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FREE Shuttle from NWTC Parking Lot G!

Advance Tickets on sale at select Festival Foods locations and online: www.GBBG.org/WPSGardenofLights DATES & HOURS

2015 WPS Garden of Lights Walking through Green Bay Botanical Garden’s WPS Garden of Lights is a holiday tradition for thousands. We invite you to gather your family and friends for an evening of holiday memory making. Explore a stunning winter landscape with more than 250,000 twinkling lights. While the flowers are tucked in for the winter, the Garden is transformed into a spectacular array of botanical light displays inspired by its natural features.

Due to the outpouring of community support and a substantial growth in attendance in 2014, we’ve enhanced your experience for 2015! Enjoy a brand new trail design featuring a separate entrance for those who purchase advance tickets, a new entrance for tickets purchased at the door, a more convenient location for pictures with Santa and the caterpillar for better photo opportunities. Paths will be wider and more accessible for wheelchairs, strollers and pull-along wagons.

Don’t forget to indulge in a tasty treat or beverage from the Winterberry Café, shop for holiday gifts in the WPS Trellis Gift Shop, visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and see the model train exhibit by the G-Gagers.

For more information and to preview the new trail design, visit www.GBBG.org/WPSGardenofLights.

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INVESTOR SPONSORS:

SUSTAINING SPONSORS:

SUPPORTING SPONSORS:

The George Kress Foundation

Cellcom Cornerstone Foundation of Northeastern Wisconsin, Inc. K.C. Stock Foundation Inc. Les Stumpf Ford Mary Zaborski – Merrill Lynch Midwest Dental Schenck Schneider

IN-KIND SPONSORS:

PATRON SPONSORS:

Heid Music Modern Cash Registers *Sponsors listed as of 11/02/15

Catholic Financial Life Amy Blevins and Kristin O’Connell Hawkins Ash CPAs Oneida Nation Pomp’s Tire Service WealthPlan, LLC

5 – 9 pm November 27, 28 & 29 December 4, 5 & 6 December 11, 12 & 13 December 18, 19 & 20 Closed December 24 & 25 December 26, 27, 28, 29 & 30

ADMISSION Walking Tour Adults (13 & up): $9 Children (3–12): $5 Children (2 & under): Free Horse-Drawn Wagon Tour Adults (13 & up): $13 Children (3–12): $9 Children (2 & under): Free Sunday Discount GBBG Members Only: $3 Must purchase tickets at the door and present membership card.

(Wagon Rides additional $4) As a special thank you, members receive a FREE hot beverage or popcorn!

Group/Corporate Rates Group discounts available for groups of 25+. To learn more, call (920) 491-3691 ext.113.

Photos with Santa!

WANTED!

WPS Garden of Lights Volunteers ‘Tis the season for good will and giving back, and what better way to get into the holiday spirit than by volunteering for WPS Garden of Lights? We need your help to fill over 900 volunteer shifts over the course of the event. Volunteering is fun, and best of all, volunteers receive free admission to enjoy the beauty of the Garden! This is a great opportunity for families and friends to volunteer together, corporate groups to support their community or for students to fulfill required service hours. For more information, or to sign up to volunteer, contact Anne Basten, Membership & Volunteer Manager, at (920) 491-3691, ext. 105 or abasten@gbbg.org. You can also signup online at www.GBBG.org/WPSGardenofLights.

2015 Highlights Family Night

Sunday, November 29 | 5–9 pm All children ages 12 and under in the same household receive free walking admission with paid adult at the door only. Advance purchase tickets not allowed.

Join Santa, Mrs. Claus and their two elves for a night of winter wonderland family fun! Families can bring their letters to Santa for the North Pole Mailbox, visit with Mrs. Claus, take pictures with Santa and receive free candy canes from two of the North Pole elves.

Families can also purchase sparkling, light-up star wands.

Stories with Mrs. Claus & Letters to Santa

Every Saturday before Christmas | 5–8 pm Come inside and warm up with a story about the North Pole from Mrs. Claus. Bring your letters to Santa for the North Pole Mailbox and visit with Santa’s two elves to receive a free candy cane.

Photos with Santa

Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday before Christmas | 5–9 pm Santa is making his rounds to check-in on every boy and girl and has not forgotten about our visitors at the Garden! Be sure to stop by to see him and get your photo taken by Ambrosius Studio.

NEW! 2015 Light Display: Northern Lights

Our new 2015 WPS Garden of Lights display “Northern Lights” features 15,000 brightly dancing LED lights of blue, green, teal, pink and purple. Watch GBBG’s very own Northern Lights change right before your eyes for a spectacular display of rich color.

NEW! WPS Garden of Lights Starry Wands & Postcards

Purchase your limited edition 2015 WPS Garden of Lights postcards for $0.50 each in the WPS Trellis Gift Shop.

Multi-colored, flashing starry wands will also be available for $8. This keepsake will be available at the door and in the WPS Trellis Gift Shop. Hurry while supplies last!

Gift Green Gift of Membership

Looking for a gift that your family or friends can enjoy all year? Share the gift of the Garden with gift memberships starting at just $40.

WPS Garden of Lights Tickets

Tickets make great gifts for family, friends, clients and employees. Discounts apply for ticket purchases of 25 or more.

Call (920) 491-3691 ext.113 for more information.

GBBG Gift Certificates or General Admission Tickets

Gift certificates of any amount can be purchased at the visitor’s desk year-round. They’re valid for admission, gift shop purchases, classes and more! General admission tickets are also for sale and can be used for a visit to the Garden.

Gifts from the WPS Trellis Gift Shop

There are so many beautiful items that will make great gifts for your friends, family or even yourself! Pillows, figurines, signs, seasonal jewelry, unique ornaments and more are all available.

There are also many nonseasonal gift ideas from local artists. The shop is open during regular business hours and during WPS Garden of Lights.

Host Your Holiday Party at the Garden!

Is your company planning a holiday party or other program? Think outside of the office and consider Green Bay Botanical Garden for a refreshing change in scenery! The Garden offers a variety of stunning spaces to accommodate your company’s needs including amenities such as high-speed wireless internet, audio-visual equipment, garden admission and more. Select dates still available for 2015. Visit www.GBBG.org or call (920) 491-3691 ext.113 to learn more.

Special Events January - March 2016

Friday, January 29 Friday, February 12 & 26 Friday, March 11 Friday, April 1 Program & Dinner from 5:30 – 8:00 pm Enjoy a dinner of homemade soup, bread and dessert along with a garden-related presentation followed by local entertainment. Come early to enjoy a winter discovery hike in the Garden. From the pond to the prairie, you can explore the winter adaptations of plants, search for animals tracks and learn the basics of snowshoeing.

Snowshoes provided by the Garden, while supplies last.

Advanced Tickets Members: $10 Non-Members: $15 Tickets at the Door Members: $12 Non-Members: $17 Sponsored by:

Saturday, February 6 10 am - 2 pm Discover snowman-themed games, crafts and activities for the whole family. Professional snow carvers will create winter-themed snow sculptures and a family snowman building area in the Kress Oval (weather dependent). Come inside for food and hot chocolate. If there is inclement weather, all activities will be held indoors.

Spring Thaw Lecture

Thursday, March 31 5:30 - 8:30 pm

Mingle with expert Doug Tallamy over hors d’ oeuvres and a cash bar, then enjoy his presentation “Creating Living Landscapes.”

Ikebana

featuring Women Who Run with Scissors & Embroiders’ Guild of America

Free Admission for All

For pricing, visit www.GBBG.org

Friday, April 8 Saturday, April 9 Sunday, April 10 9 am - 5 pm

Explore the timeless art of Japanese floral arranging. The Ikenobo tradition of Ikebana will be demonstrated and displayed by local practitioners. Floral demonstrations will be held on Friday, Saturday and Sunday followed by a tea ceremony. Women Who Run with Scissors will showcase botanically themed fiber art and Embroiderers’ Guild of America will display their needlework and share their passion for this fine art form.

General Garden Admission

Visit www.GBBG.org for more information on special events at the Garden.

Grow Your Garden From our Director of Development What makes Green Bay Botanical Garden your Garden? Is it the look of wonder on a child’s face while they stretch their imagination in the Gertrude B. Nielsen Children’s Garden? Or is it the way you are transported into a different world, discovering new flowers, perennials or shrubs for your garden? Perhaps it is peace and tranquility as you stroll quietly through the King Shade Garden or a moment of laughter and joy as you share quality time with family and friends while creating a magical memory at WPS Garden of Lights. Whatever makes Green Bay Botanical Garden your garden, please know that it’s made possible through the generosity of friends like you.

The Garden’s Annual Campaign provides support that is necessary to enhance and expand the Garden’s core programs.

• Horticultural staff takes great pride in growing in a sustainable manner, protecting the Garden’s environment and continually enhancing displays so everyone can enjoy the wonder and beauty of the Garden.

• The Garden’s skilled education team creates dynamic, hands-on children and family educational programming that boosts creativity and nurtures the mind.

• Our internship programs are a win-win for students and the Garden, with students gaining valuable hands-on practical experience. The Garden gains the necessary hands needed to maintain 47 acres of beautiful garden spaces and manage existing and expanded events and programs.

• Year-round events and free days at the Garden draw visitors to this one-of-a-kind landscape of beauty and serenity, providing a getaway in the city for our community.

Cindy Berton, Director of Development “Every gardener knows that under the cloak of winter lies a miracle ... a seed waiting to sprout, a bulb opening to the light, a bud straining to unfurl. The anticipation nurtures our dream.”

- Barbara Winkler Today we ask you to join us in supporting your Garden through a gift to the Annual Campaign. We are happy to report with the launch of this year’s campaign we have received support from 100% of our staff and board members! As a private, 501(c)(3) organization, the Garden doesn’t receive any local, state or federal government funding.

We rely solely on the generosity of our members, visitors, friends and community for support.

Your gift is tax deductible. Be sure to make your gift by December 31 to receive the deduction on your 2015 return.

To donate: • Visit www.GBBG.org/Donate • Complete and mail the enclosed envelope • Call (920) 491-3691 ext. 104 Double the impact of your gift with employer matching.

Every year many companies match gifts to the Garden made by their employees. Some may also match gifts from spouses and retirees! To find out if your company matches donations, contact your employer’s human resources department. Get a matching gift form from them and follow the directions for doubling – or even tripling – your gift.

Thank you for your investment in this recreational and educational gem within the Green Bay community!

~ Holiday Wish List ~

Please help support our operations, horticulture and education efforts with these items!

WPS Garden of Lights Experience Scholarships $25 enables 3–4 people to attend Last year, working through our non-profit partners, the Garden was able to bring over 300 families out to enjoy the event who might not otherwise be able to attend.

15”Laptop Carrying Bags (5) Used or New The Garden will be using laptops we received as a donation for our new Education Outreach Program, off site Garden presentations and rental groups.

Consider using AmazonSmile for your holiday shopping!

Amazon donates .5% of the price of your eligible purchases to the Garden when you use www.smile. amazon.com to do your shopping on their site.

- Login or create a new account - Under “Your Account” select “Pick your own charitable organization” - Search for “Green Bay Botanical Garden” - Select and start shopping!

For other items, view our wish list on www.Amazon.com. Search for “Green Bay Botanical Garden” under the “Wish List” tab on Amazon’s homepage. You can order the item(s) directly from Amazon and have them shipped to the Garden!

For more information or to make a donation, please contact Cindy Berton, Director of Development, at (920) 491-3691 ext. 104 or cberton@gbbg.org.

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Executive Director Susan Garot

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A Note from our Director of Development Plant Trialing Update WPS Garden of Lights Educational Programs Partner & Volunteers of the Year 2016 Special Events ...and more!

Board of Directors Dick Rankin, Chair Jonie Paye, Vice Chair Bill Wangerin, Treasurer Bill Larsen, Secretary Mike Raymaker, Past Chair & Advisor Directors Diane Conway Chris Del Moral-Niles Carol Faltynski Lisa Lotte Gammeltoft Lee C. Hansen Kathy Hartman Robert J. Janssen Julia Johnson Bruce Kilmer Pat Koleske Teri Kranz-Drella Deb Kuhn Judy Nagel Rob Servais, D.C. Jack Swelstad, M.D. Kristin Van Drisse Advisor Michael Salvo

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