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WINTER 2012
gardentimes n e w s l e t t e r o f l e w i s g i n t e r b o ta n i c a l g a r d e n
“East Meets West”
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Don Williamson
November 23–January 7
It’s GardenFest like never before!
New!
Embark on an enchanting journey to the Far East – an exotic world brimming with beauty, fascinating horticulture and festivity galore. Discover pathways and waterways artistically illuminated by a half-million holiday lights. Explore Asian-inspired botanicals and displays. Take a GardenFest tour or workshop. Enjoy seasonal entertainment and children’s activities. And check out the enticing delights in the Tea House and Garden Shop.
STEPHANIE GROSS
Visit often to fully experience “East Meets West,” the region’s ultimate holiday extravaganza! GardenFest Tip: Arrive early so you’re in the Garden as darkness falls and the illumination magically begins.
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Early November Calendar
6–7 GardenFest at a Glance
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Staff Recognition & Annual Fund
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Message from the Director
8–9 Horticulture: GardenFest & Beyond
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Holiday Shopping
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Education & 2013 Calendar
This year Walk-through dragon tunnel Japanese lanterns and shoji panels Exquisite origami and floating swans Toy trains amid bonsai and pagodas Trail along flora native to Asia Tree House pulsing with lights Crafty Wednesdays with fun crafts for the whole family
Returning this year • Children’s Garden maze and s’more toasting • GardenKeeper and Butterfly Fairy • Custom-handcrafted dollhouses • Photos at the grand Holiday Tree • Santa dining and wish-list sharing • BLING House with glow-in-the-dark novelties • FREE Member Nights, Merry Mondays, Fidos After 5 … and more!
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See page 3 to learn more about the inspiration behind this year’s GardenFest theme. See page 8 for information about these and other origami artworks.
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Holly Jolly Christmas on Lakeside Avenue
Museum Stores of Richmond Holiday Shoppers Fair
Splendor Under Glass Online Auction
Friday, 9.......................................5–9PM Saturday, 10........... Regular Store Hours Garden Shop & Lakeside merchants stay open late for holiday shopping. Free trolleys.
Ikebana of Richmond Ellen Gordon Allen Annual Lecture & Demonstration Thursday, 8...................................10AM Details page 10.
Nov. 2–17 Check out this year’s online auction for fun & unique items – ideal for holiday gift giving to friends, family or you! Successful bids raise money for education programs & the Children’s Garden.
Men’s Shopping Night
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Champagne ‘n’ Shopping
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to see the online auction items. You can bid, too! Bids taken Nov. 2–17.
Ginter in the Morning Tuesday, 6......................................10AM Adults explore display gardens with knowledgeable Garden guide. Free/Member; $15/Non-Member. Pre-registration required at lewisginter.org.
See pages 4–5 for GardenFest Calendar and page 10 for Education Calendar.
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Host Site: Science Museum of Virginia Thursday, 1.................................5–9PM Member Night Friday, 2 & Saturday, 3.....9:30AM–5PM Shoppers Fair Area museum gift shops sell their wares & specialty items. Proceeds benefit participating museums.
* Free for members and included with Garden admission
Thursday, 8.................................5–8PM Pre-holiday shopping event with complimentary glass of champagne or sparkling cider, live music & door prizes. Ellen Pinnow returns with scarf pins stylishly embellished with fabric, jewels & feathers. Barbara Mellon showcases dichroic glass earrings & pendants in rainbows of color. Member discount on purchases. TIP: Champagne ‘n’ Shopping features distinctive jewelry, plus a delightful evening with friends!
Thursday, 15...............................5–8PM Garden Shop Designed for the guys! Live music by “Cook Country Bluegrass,” personal shoppers, free gift-wrapping service & live music—plus pretzels & complimentary beer or nonalcoholic beverage.
Orchids Galore!*
T ip: Ladies, make your Garden Shop Wish List in advance!
Tea House LUNCH: Thursday, 14......11:30AM–2:30PM DINNER: Thursday, 14....................5–8PM Includes Garden admission & “Orchids Galore!” Reservations taken starting Jan. 3: (804) 262-9887, ext. 329.
Splendor Under Glass Gala “East Meets West” Saturday, 17...............................6:30PM Black-tie fundraiser with cocktail buffet, live music & dancing. Ticketed event. Online auction open to the public, details on left. Proceeds benefit Garden’s horticultural & educational mission. Presenting Sponsor: Bon Secours Virginia Health System.
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Daily, February 14–March 31.....9AM–5PM Conservatory Magnificent orchids dazzle with beauty, color & fragrance.
Valentine’s Dining
march March Madness March 1–31 15% member discounts in the Garden Shop, Cafe & Tea House all month long.
“East Meets West” Message from the Director
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Elizabeth Fogel
he theme for this year’s Dominion GardenFest of Lights—and a number of other special events at the Garden this fall—is “East Meets West.” Weaving threads of eastern Asia into the fabric of this year’s programs coincides nicely with the 2012 centennial of Japan’s gift of cherry trees to Washington, D.C., and the 100th anniversary of the Japanese Garden at Richmond’s own Maymont. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden also is making plans to create a Cherry Tree Walk around Sydnor Lake through the extraordinary generosity of a donor. The theme struck us as a natural, and as with all good things, the wisdom of it grew and changed over time.
“East Meets West.” The name implies the juxtaposition of the familiar and the exotic, things The splendor of the Japanese snowbell spans the seasons near at hand artfully placed beside those things (Styrax japonica, native to China and Japan) from over the farthest horizon. Might be a good mantra for a botanical garden. It would explain the atlas full of place names on the plant labels, where Common Name and Botanical Name are followed by Country or Continent of Origin. editor’s box It would explain the brilliant New Guinea birdwing butterfly joining dozens of other exotic species fluttering around the North Wing of the Conservatory this summer and next for Butterflies Live! It might also apply to The Garden Times newsletter is the many guests who come to the Garden to enjoy this “here and there” nature of botanical gardens. It mailed three times a year to Lewis turns out many of them are from here and there, as well. I am struck by the Richmond grandmothers who Ginter Botanical Garden members. tell me of their love of daffodils, a passion handed down to them by their grandmothers. I am struck by Volume XXVII, Number 3 the young engineer who wanders the Louise B. Cochrane Rose Garden, then tells me about growing up surrounded by fields of roses grown for the perfume trade in his native Turkey, and the harvest that has to chief executive officer happen at dawn while dew is still on the petals. Frank Robinson Many cultures approach the season of long nights with expressions of faith and community. When we illuminate Dominion GardenFest of Lights this year, we shall highlight the landscape with evocative lighting, as always, and embrace Richmond families, as always. We shall use designs and themes inspired by eastern Asia. Hopefully, there will be something to inspire you, whether traveling east from Short Pump or Japan, or traveling west from Varina or Turkey.
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executive director Shane Tippett newsletter editor Lynn Kirk special thanks LGBG staff for editorial assistance design Elevation
Don Williamson
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GardenFest Calendar
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Children’s GardenFest Adventures Nightly, Nov. 23–Jan. 7............. 5–10PM Children’s Garden Challenging maze, fanciful characters & bird’s-eye views from the CWDKids Tree House. S’more toasting at the firepit (by purchase, weather permitting). Warm beverages & light snacks from Espresso-A-Go-Go (by purchase).
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Post this schedule for quick reference during the holidays or log on to lewisginter.org.
Caroling Tuesdays Tuesday, 27.............................. 6–7:30PM Various Garden Locations “Four in the Morning Quartet” performs & invites guests to join the caroling.
december Dominion GardenFest of Lights Nightly through Jan. 7...........5–10PM See November listing for details. Presenting Sponsor: Dominion.
BLING House Nights of 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 30......5–9:30PM Children’s Garden Greenhouse “Bling” in the holidays with LED light-up necklaces, rings & wands. Items for sale.
ominion GardenFest D Illumination F riday, 23 D oors open....................................5:30PM I llumination ceremony with GardenKeeper.................. Till 6:30PM E ntertainment by River City Taiko drummers & Jow Ga Kuen Lion Dance Team. G ardenFest admission required. P resenting Sponsor: Dominion.
FREE Member Nights Monday–Wednesday, 26, 27, 28......5–10PM
Exclusive member benefit (these dates only). Free admission & access to the Bloemendaal House, festooned as an early 19th-century holiday showcase with exquisitely handcrafted botanical decorations, antiques & memorabilia. Live music 6–7:30pm. Members may buy up to 4 extra tickets at member pricing (valid that Member Night only).
Merry Mondays
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Monday, 26................................... 5–8PM Library Reading Room Story time fireside with the GardenKeeper & visits from the Butterfly Fairy (Mondays, 5:30, 6:30 & 7:30pm). “Santa sightings” in the Conservatory (Mondays, 6–8pm through Dec. 17). GardenFest admission required.
Crafty Wednesdays
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Wednesday, 28............................. 5–8PM
Education & Library Complex, Classroom 1 Families join Garden staff & volunteers to make Eastern-inspired crafts. Tonight: Japanese lanterns.
Musical Thursdays Thursday, 29......................... 6PM & 7PM
Lora M. Robins Library Acoustic musicians provide festive entertainment.
Dominion GardenFest for Fidos Thursday, 29.............................. 5–10PM Holiday strolls with fido & friends. Pet must be leashed. GardenFest admission required. Suggested $2 pet admission benefits Richmond SPCA.
Children’s GardenFest Adventures Nightly through Jan. 7...........5–10PM See November listing for details.
Great Holiday Evergreens Sale Saturday, 1 Free Demonstration........... 10:45AM–Noon Evergreens Sale........................NOON–1PM (For purchase while supplies last). Parking Lot B Demo about decorating with seasonal evergreens, followed by sale of unusual greens, berries & cones harvested from the Garden’s collection or ready-made wreaths & swags. Volunteers available to help with selections. No admission required. Proceeds benefit Garden’s educational programs.
“Rain or Shine” event, closed only for extreme inclement weather.
Nightly, Nov. 23, 2012–Jan. 7, 2013 5–10PM, Closed Dec. 24 & 25 Experience the splendor and fascination of “East Meets West” – a half-million holiday lights, Asian-inspired botanical and origami decorations, model trains, Don Williamson
holiday meals, family activities, Santa with friends and more!
See http://bit.ly/gardenfest for additional details.
Saturday Brunch with Santa
Musical Thursdays
Saturday, 1, 8, 15, 22 T LD OU SO Seatings. ............................. 10AM & 1PM Reservations required. Details page 7. Presenting Sponsor: Meriwether Godsey.
Lora M. Robins Library Acoustic musicians provide festive entertainment.
Thursdays, 6, 13, 20, 27....... 6PM & 7PM
BLING House Nights, 1, 7, 8, 14–23, 26–31.....5–9:30PM Children’s Garden Greenhouse See November listing for details.
See November listing for details.
Greater Richmond Children’s Choir Sunday, 16.........................................4PM Education & Library Complex, Auditorium Special performance for visitors’ enjoyment. Included with regular GardenFest admission.
january 2013 Dominion GardenFest of Lights Nightly through Jan. 7........... 5–10PM See November listing for details. Presenting Sponsor: Dominion.
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Children’s GardenFest Adventures Nightly through Jan. 7........... 5–10PM See November listing for details.
GardenFest Dinner with Santa Stephanie Gross
Monday–Thursday, 17, 18, 19, 20 (only).. ............................................ 5:30–7:30PM Education & Library Complex, Auditorium Reservations required. Details page 7.
Dominion GardenFest for Fidos Thursday, 3................................ 5–10PM See November listing for details.
Merry Mondays Mondays, 3, 10, 17, 31................. 5–8PM See November listing for details.
Monday–Tuesday, 24–25
Ginter in the Morning Tuesday, 4....................................... 10AM See page 2 for details.
Caroling Tuesdays Tuesdays, 4, 11, 18................. 6–7:30PM See November listing for details.
Crafty Wednesdays
Garden Closed for Holiday
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Wednesdays, 5, 12, 19, 26........... 5–8PM December 5 & 26 … Origami December 12 … Miniature kites December 19 … Japanese lanterns. See November listing for details.
New Year’s Eve Family Frolic Monday, 31 (only)......................... 2–5PM Education & Library Complex
Afternoon celebration with the “Ululating Mummies,” make-and-take crafts, & the “Rolling in the New Year” hillside tumble. Free with regular admission; free for members. Tip: Stay for GardenFest at no additional charge.
Merry Mondays Caroling Tuesdays Tuesday, 1................................. 6–7:30PM See November listing for details.
Crafty Wednesdays
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Wednesday, 2................................ 5–8PM Tonight: Miniature kites. See November listing for details.
Musical Thursdays Thursday, 3........................... 6PM & 7PM See November listing for details.
Monday, 7..................................... 5–8PM See November listing for details.
FREE Member Night Monday, 7................................... 5–10PM See November listing for details.
GardenFest at a Glance Exhibits Holiday Tree Conservatory, North Wing: The holiday tree’s Asian-inspired decorations—cherry blossom branches, bamboo and peonies along with glass koi, colorful fans and stunning origami creations—make a dramatic backdrop for family photos.
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Chinese Folk Tale Conservatory, Cottage Wing: Delightful vignettes illustrate the awardwinning book The Empty Pot, including a traditional Japanese home with origami crane chandelier, fanciful peacocks and more.
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family holiday tradition. Tonight we strolled around for the 16th straight year and we are amazed how different and beautiful it is each time we go!” – Margaret Duncan Storti (December 2011)
Dollhouses & More Lora M. Robins Library: A warm fireplace, exquisitely crafted dollhouses, botanically adorned holiday trees and sculpted figures from “The Gift Bearers” series invite guests to venture indoors. Model Japanese garden and temari balls, a traditional Japanese handmade ornament.
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Railroad Exhibit Education & Library Complex, Classroom 2: More model trains to delight all ages! Special thanks to the Virginia Train Collectors (VTC) whose focus is O, S, G and HO-gauge toy trains manufactured from 1920 to present. Contact John Exley, (804) 746-1946 or www.vatraincollectors.com.
Holiday Trees Education & Library Complex, Corridor: Elementary students’ hand-crafted ornaments and origami decoratives demonstrate the allure of the “East Meets West” theme. In collaboration with Henrico County Public Schools art educators. “East Meets West in Asian Gardens” Education & Library Complex, Ginter Gallery II: Panel display outlines the unique characteristics of Asian gardens and how Asian-themed gardens came to be features of many American and European garden complexes.
Tours
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Favorite Garden Memories
Railroad Exhibit Conservatory, North Wing: Toy trains travel along an “Orient Express landscape” with moss gardens, miniature bonsai, rustic pagodas, moon gates and tea houses.
GardenFest of Lights Early Bird Tour November 29–January 6, 4:30PM by reservation Knowledgeable Garden Guides lead private groups of 15–40 adults in early-evening exploration of Dominion GardenFest of Lights. Enjoy the best of “East Meets West”: lavish Asian-inspired decorations, model trains winding between pagodas and tea houses, and the Asian Valley in seasonal splendor. As darkness falls, your “early bird” access reveals the region’s most magical light show as it glows bright! For tour only, call (804) 262-9887, ext. 322. For tour with group dining (begins 4PM), contact Facility Events at ext. 345 or 224. Tours start at the Robins Visitors Center.
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Holiday Dining
Garden Shop
Varied menus, varied settings, always outstanding!
Through Nov. 21 M on.–Sat..................... 10AM–5PM Sun..................................... 1–5PM
TEA HOUSE Regular hours: Daily, 11:30AM–2:30PM Exceptional fare complemented by fine wines and picturesque Asian Valley views.
Brad Alston
Closed Nov. 22, Dec. 24, 25 & Jan. 8–13.
GardenFest of Lights: Daily, 11:30AM–2:30PM & 5–9PM, including New Year’s Eve. Reservations strongly suggested: (804) 262-9887, ext. 329. GardenFest admission required. Closed Nov. 22, Dec. 24, 25 & Jan. 1–31. Holiday Catered Events Where entertainment is included! From Nov. 23–Jan. 7, your private party, meeting or banquet includes elegantly decorated facilities and scrumptious fare, plus the ultimate in holiday entertainment: free admission to GardenFest. Details at lewisginter.org, (804) 262-9887, ext. 224 or 345 or facilityevents@lewisginter.org.
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Easy to give, delightful to receive! embership or specific monetary denominations M are attractively gift wrapped and ready to purchase in the Garden Shop and at the Membership Desk in the Visitors Center.
Tip: Stock up for holiday gift giving.
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GardenFest of Lights: Daily, 10AM–8:30PM, including New Year’s Eve
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GARDEN CAFE Regular hours: Daily, 10AM–4PM Casual, inviting setting with home-style soups, salad bar and sandwiches.
http://pinterest.com/lewisginter/ The Garden’s Pinterest account has gone viral in the best way. One of our Pinboards, “Blooms We Love,” has more than a million followers to date, from as far away as the United Kingdom, El Salvador, Australia, Switzerland and The Netherlands. Are you on Pinterest? We’d love you to connect with us as we “pin” the best of GardenFest, as well as eco-friendly craft ideas, wedding inspirations, children’s gardening and craft ideas, and of course blooms we love from Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden and around the world.
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GardenFest Dinner with Santa Monday–Thursday, December 17, 18, 19, 20 Auditorium (semi-private) 5:30–7:30PM Family-friendly dining for groups of any size, featuring Santa’s visit. Menu and package pricing posted on GardenFest page at lewisginter.org. Limited seating; reservations required: (804) 262-9887, ext. 345 or 224 (reservations began Aug. 1). Includes GardenFest admission. Cameras welcome.
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Saturday Brunch with Santa Saturdays, December 1,L8,D15, UT O22 SO Auditorium Seatings at 10AM & 1PM Holiday brunch with kid-friendly favorites and opportunity to share “wish lists” with Santa. Limited seating; reservations required: (804) 262-9887, ext. 329 (reservations always begin Oct. 1). Includes Garden admission. Cameras welcome. Presenting Sponsor: Meriwether Godsey.
Nov. 23, 2012–January 7, 2013 Mon.–Sat....................10AM–10PM Sun................................... 1–10PM Charming boutique for holiday decorations and gifts. Closed Nov. 22, Dec. 24, 25 for holidays. Closed Jan. 8–22 for annual inventory. Details page 12.
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GardenFest Dinner for Groups Sundays–Tuesdays, Nov. 25–Jan. 7 Robins Room (semi-private) Seatings at 5:30 & 7:30PM Delightful holiday dining option for groups of 15 people or more. Menu and package pricing posted on GardenFest page at lewisginter.org. Limited seating; reservations required: (804) 262-9887, ext. 345 or 224. Includes GardenFest admission.
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A memorable evening at an exceptional value! Purchase GardenFest tickets at Admissions, online at lewisginter.org, or call 1-800-594-TIXX. Membership information required for member pricing. Tickets ordered online and by phone incur nominal service charge with pick-up at “Will Call” in the Visitors Center. Adult...............................................................................................$11 Senior.............................................................................................$10 Member.............................................................................................$5 Child (ages 3–12)..............................................................................$7 Child on Membership (ages 3–18)...................................................$4 Child (under age 3)......................................................................FREE Member on Member Nights.........................................................FREE
Horticulture Flora from the East Eastern and western cultures may celebrate different holidays and diverse traditions, but they share a common New Year’s focus: family and friends, food and festivity.
Natives of the Eastern Hemisphere
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CENTRAL GARDEN Crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia fauriei ‘Townhouse’) Silver willow (Salix alba var. sericea) Yoshino cherry (Prunus x yedoensis) ASIAN VALLEY Japanese maple (Acer palmatum) Sawara cypress (Chamaecyparis pisifera ‘Filifera Aurea’) Himalayan pine (Pinus wallichiana ‘Zebrina’) Camellia (Camellia ‘Winter’s Joy’) Golden dwarf hinoki cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Tetragona Aurea’) Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba ‘Magyar’ )
A Japanese moon gate welcomes you to the Asian Valley – an enchanting retreat characterized by beauty, tranquility and harmony with nature. Wooden bridges and inviting walkways wind past flora native to Japan, China and Korea. Shallow streams soften rock-strewn landscapes as they gently cascade into reflective pools. Nearby, iconic stone sculptures and classical lanterns, as well as the Tea House with panoramic views, reflect Asian art and time-honored tradition.
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Rediscover the Asian Valley
Art from the East “East Meets West” explores origami, the art of paperfolding. Some historians suggest that origami began in China along with papermaking around 100 AD, while others credit Japanese of the sixth century. Regardless, this fascinating art medium remains popular around the globe, among novices as well as masters who skillfully employ complex mathematical patterns to create astonishing artworks. Be sure to check out the origami crane chandelier in the Conservatory’s West Wing, which some 50 volunteers helped craft.
Look for these Eastern symbols* in various art forms:
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“So many of the trees and shrubs now considered staples in our western landscapes actually originated in East Asia. The climates of the east coasts of the U.S., Japan, China and Korea are amazingly similar, and intriguingly, we have parallel genera of plants on both hemispheres. This makes compatibility and adaptation of this rich palette of transplants strikingly easy,” said Frank Robinson, CEO of Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. During this year’s “East Meets West” celebration, such examples will be labeled and highlighted. A sampling follows with additional examples posted at lewisginter.org.
Crane
L ongevity – Folklore suggests mystical cranes lived for 1,000 years
Koi
Perseverance – Carp surmount adversity to swim upstream
Butterfly
Romance – Fluttering among flowers hints at one’s freedom to love
Dragon
Protection – Temperament and strength repel evil and natural disaster
Peacock
Compassion – Good fortune comes to the good-hearted
Lotus
urity – Like the lotus flower, one can rise above mire toward enlightenment, purity P and perfection
*Generic meanings are noted; symbolism varies among different cultures.
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Bright Spots Richmond Horticultural Association meets at the Garden the first Monday of the month,
Oct.–Dec. and Feb.–May Winter daphne (Daphne odora ‘Aureo-marginata’)
Lacebark pine (Pinus bungeana)
Visitors welcome.
DIY Wildlife Tree String dried fruit as hanging icicles and gumballs as garland. Dry lotus pods or hollow out halved gourds and fill with birdseed. Make mini ornaments using peanut butter mixed with cornmeal. Then tie each edible goodie to an evergreen tree where you can enjoy watching the hungry wildlife that visits! Check out the Wildlife Tree near the Children’s Garden Art Studio, which was crafted by youth volunteers participating in the Service Learning Program. Tip: A rewarding winter project for the family!
Helpful Hints from Staff Build ambidextrous skills Train your less-dominant hand for plant removal, weeding and menial chores, saving your dominant hand for more important tasks like pruning. —Claire Terry Use “lasagna method” to prepare new plant beds Smother grass by layering newspaper and cardboard with mulch or organic compost, then water. Earthworms and decomposition will transform the area in no time. —Grace Chapman Reduce mosquito breeding grounds Remove or turn over water-holding containers from yard and patio, and perhaps substitute straight for corrugated downspouts that tend to hold water. —Shannon Smith
Community Kitchen Garden Feeds More During 2012, the Community Kitchen Garden continued to provide fresh, nutritious produce for FeedMore and hungry neighbors across Central Virginia. We expect the year-end production totals will exceed our 10,000-pound goal. Thanks to our volunteers who contributed more than 1,000 hours of labor to drive record levels of vegetable production! Supported in part by: Altria Group Inc. Genworth Foundation Wells Fargo
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Education Congratulations to those who completed Education Certificates this summer: Robyn Dail in Floral Design; Paula Dabbs, Lee Halstead and Becky Spangler in Botanical Illustration.
Professional Development for Educators Visit lewisginter.org > Adult Education for details, sponsors and registration for the following workshops and conference. Each program offers continuing education credits. “Teaching Trees … From Forest Floor to Canopy” (K–12) Friday, Nov. 2 .....................9AM–3PM “Outdoors in All Seasons – Fall” (Pre K–2nd) Thursday, Nov. 8................9AM–2PM “Garden in the Classroom” (Elementary) Friday, Jan. 18....................8AM–1PM “Preschool Garden in the Classroom” Friday, Jan. 18....................8AM–1PM
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“Natural Connections” Educators’ Conference March 15–16 Presented by Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, St. Joseph’s Villa and Virginia Association of Science Teachers, Region 1.
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he Garden’s Adult Education Course Catalog for January–April 2012 will be mailed to member households and published as a “Style Weekly” insert on December 7. Programs subject to change. Details, fees & registration at http://bit.ly/LGBGeducation; (804) 262-9887, ext. 322; or registrar@lewisginter.org. Upcoming seasonal highlights follow. Ikebana of Richmond Ellen Gordon Allen Annual Lecture & Demonstration Thursday, Nov. 8 ......................10AM Celebrate the art of Japanese flower arranging with Executive Master of the Ichiyo School of Ikebana from Atlanta. Information at ikebanaofrichmondva.org or (804) 266-0856. $20/purchase before Nov. 2; $25/purchase at door. Presented by Ikebana of Richmond.
Making a Fairy House Saturday, Dec. L1 ............ 9AM–NOON FUL Adults and Children Saturday, Dec. 1...........1:30PM–4PM Adults and Children Saturday, Dec. L8 ............ 9AM–NOON FUL Adults only Saturday, Dec. 8...........1:30PM–4PM FULL Adults Only Craft a whimsical fairy house using dried natural materials. Guided by horticulturist Shannon Smith. Great Holiday Evergreens Sale Details page 4. Saturday, Dec. 1........... 10:45–NOON...............................Free Demonstration .............. NOON–1PM..................................... Evergreens Sale Botanical Book Club Dec. 14 & 2nd Friday Every Other Month ....................................11AM–NOON Library Reading Room: Reading enthusiasts discuss group-selected books. For information email library@lewisginter.org. Garden membership encouraged but not required. Winter Symposium & CVNLA Short Course “A Natural Love Affair” New Date! Feb. 13, 14, 15.....................8AM–4PM Three days of horticultural excellence for green industry professionals and seasoned gardeners, with keynote speaker Dr. Michael Dirr on February 13. $55/day, including coffee and lunch. Net proceeds help build CVNLA’s scholarship fund for students pursuing horticultural careers. Earn continuing education hours; update pesticide certification (Friday), Presented by Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, Central Virginia Nursery and Landscape Association, and Virginia Cooperative Extension. Tree Care Symposium Friday, March 8.......8:30AM–3:30PM Professional continuing education for certified arborists, landscape architects and green industry professionals.
Staff and Volunteer Recognition 2013 Resolution: VOLUNTEER Eager to learn more about plants? Enjoy weeding or playing in the dirt? Curious about what goes on behind the scenes? Find fulfillment in these opportunities – and meet others with similar interests – when you join the Garden’s volunteer team. Watch lewisginter.org for upcoming orientation dates. Tip: A worthy New Year’s resolution!
Congratulations to Garden staff who celebrated service milestones during 2012. 20 Years Peggy Combs Horticulturist Kelly Riley Children’s Education Coordinator Frank Robinson President and CEO 10 Years
Annual Fund: A Community Investment Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is a nonprofit organization committed to the health, education and enrichment of all its visitors. From new plantings and displays to education programs and outreach projects and even signature events, we rely on your support as we strive to:
Educate
More than 12,000 students will participate in our education classes this year, including 3,600 disadvantaged children who receive all programs for free.
Mentor
Our volunteer service programs help teens explore nonprofit career options and learn about nutrition, environmental science and horticulture.
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he Garden is a place of respite and peace for all. Each year, our Sharing the Garden T program provides thousands of people with free access to the Garden.
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ur volunteer-driven Community Kitchen Garden will provide more than 10,000 pounds of O healthy, nutritious produce for Richmond’s hungry this year.
Larry Bartenstein Visitor Services Associate Shanna Chandler Development Manager Lucy Coggin Group Tour Developer Phyllis Laslett Adult Education Coordinator Laura Mulligan Visitor Services Coordinator Dennis Rybiski Security Officer Shannon Smith Horticulturist 5 Years Karen Clowers Horticulture Manager Kristen Hughes Facility Events Coordinator Lesley Madigan Gardener Erin Wright Children’s Garden Educator/ Youth Volunteers
Your Annual Fund donation to the Garden is an investment in your community. Please visit lewisginter.org to get involved.
Randee Humphrey Receives Leadership Award Education Director Randee Humphrey has been recognized as a winner of the 2012 Stettinius Award for Nonprofit Leadership. Randee joined Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden in 2004, and oversees all functions of the education department, including public, school and special audience programs, educational exhibits and interpretation, management of Library and herbarium collections, and community initiatives and partnerships. Her award will support travel to and research of recent capital building projects and artist-in-residence programs at various botanical gardens around the country.
The Community Foundation honored three emerging community leaders for 2012: Randee Humphrey, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden (center); Megan Rollins, Boaz & Ruth; and Damon Jiggetts, Peter Paul Development Center.
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1800 lakeside avenue richmond va, 23228-4700 (804) 262-9887 www.lewisginter.org
“If your plan is for one year plant rice. If your plan is for ten years plant trees. If your plan is for one hundred years educate children. ” ~Confucius
Browse an array of charming holiday gifts – including new “East Meets West” mementos and butterfly memorabilia!
Garden tools, containers and gift books Asian wind chimes, lanterns and tabletop fountains Rings, earrings and blinking things Decorations, art and distinctive home accents Entertaining CDs and hostess gifts Stephanie Gross
Novelties, games and children’s storybooks
Inviting inventory • Free parking • Personable service Easy access • Member discount See page 7 for holiday hours and gift certificates. 2011
Sleep shirts, socks and gardening gloves Honeys and fragrant teas Origami, traditional and zodiac ornaments Pashminas, jackets and colorful scarves