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EDUCATION & EVENTS December – April, 2017 Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden connects people through plants to improve communities.
Dominion GardenFest of Lights Through January 9
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Contents:
Ginter Urban Gardeners
Education Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Garden Events Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Featured Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 5 Children’s Garden Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Adult Education Catalog . . . . . . . . 7, 8, 9, 10 Gardening and Garden Design Floral Design Botanical Illustration Art in the Garden Nature Photography Meditation and Movement Garden Walks & Lunchtime Lectures
Guided Group Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Garden Memberships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Facility Rental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Garden Shop Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Executive Director Shane Tippett Director of Education Randee Humphrey Editor and Adult Education Coordinator Phyllis McLeod Laslett Design Longstaff Creative
Our Vision Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, including the new Lewis Ginter Nature Reserve, reveals the unity and integration of human and plant life, celebrates the fundamental significance of the natural world, and enriches communities through horticultural and educational excellence and innovative outreach initiatives. Banner Photos: Don Williamson
About a decade ago, armed with curiosity and a clipboard, I walked about the Garden and interviewed small groups of volunteers and staff members. We were about to embark on a strategic planning process and I wanted to take the temperature of those closest to the place. “So,” I would say, “What does success look like at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden?” “I am giving you two magic hands. Wave your left hand and you can change any building or garden here. With your right, adjust any policy or program. What would those changes be?” “You can make every public space in the Richmond region look like Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, but the price is closing the Garden. Would you consider shuttering Lewis Ginter for the benefit of the community?” The answer to this last question surprised me and was most telling of the extraordinary character of my colleagues. The majority said yes, they would consider it. They thought that well of their hometown. The very people who had worked so long and hard to help build this Garden would be willing to abandon their efforts here if the result were to make a garden of the entire community. Because of this I wasn’t surprised when that strategic plan ultimately adopted, and every strategic plan since has embraced, community engagement as central to our thinking and actions. Our mission statement: Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden connects people through plants to improve communities.
The very people who had worked so long and hard to help build this Garden would be willing to abandon their efforts here if the result were to make a garden of the entire community.
Fortunately, we did not have to make a trade-off. A growing, vibrant, community-focused botanical garden and a region committed to greening and beautification efforts have tended to rise on the same tide. This winter through the Beautiful RVA community collaborative our staff will facilitate the training of the first cohort of Ginter Urban Gardeners. Individuals selected for the program will be taught not only how to garden, but also how to lead large-scale projects and coordinate volunteers. Most importantly, the training serves as personal development for citizens to learn how to work with the community, not for it. Trainees will envision projects and learn how to develop and maintain them. Lastly, graduates of the Ginter Urban Gardener training will have the opportunity to submit proposals to have Beautiful RVA fund two urban greening and beautification projects in two communities. It is heartening to live into our mission, and to connect people through plants to improve communities. Shane Tippett, Executive Director
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EDUCATION CALENDAR Symposia pages 4, 5
NEW Lunchtime Lecture: Say It with Color!......................................................... April 12
Winter Symposium & CVNLA Short Course: In Pursuit of High-Performing Landscapes .......................................................................................................... February 15, 16, 17 Natural Connections: Interdisciplinary Strategies for Teaching and Learning ................................................................................................................March 15, 16, 17 Tree Care Symposium: Practices to Ensure Great Trees..................................March 23
Gardening and Garden Design, pages 7, 8
Botany Series: Winter Botany.........................................................................................January 9,10 Beginning Botany for Gardeners.................................... February 22, March 1, 8, 22 Garden Series: Basics Gardening with Deer................................................................................ February 23 Building Good Garden Soil.............................................................................March 4 Vegetable Gardening the Organic Way........................................................March 11 Spring Pruning for Shrubs and Small Ornamental Trees............................. March 11 NEW Rose Pruning 101................................................................................March 18 Digging In: Tools, Tips, and Time Savers...................................March 23, 30, April 6 Beekeeping NEW So You Want to Keep Bees?.............................................................January 21 Backyard Beekeeping for Beginners...................February 26, March 12, 26, April 9 NEW Bee Helpers: Plantings and Practices to Attract Pollinators...................April 30 Design NEW Planning and Planting a Cutting Garden.........................................February 11 The Beginner’s Perennial Garden...................................................................April 13 Patio Vegetable Gardens.................................................................................April 29 Plants Plants for Late Winter Interest................................................................. February 18 Spring Container Garden Workshop................................................................April 27 Plants for Spring .............................................................................................April 29
Floral Design, page 8
Garden Events
Making Fairy Houses with Dried Natural Materials.................................December 3, 10 Fresh Wreath Decorations & Ideas............................................................... December 5 Basic Floral Design, Part 1......................................................January 17, 19, 24, 26, 31 Escape from Winter: Terrariums and Dish Gardens........................................ February 7 Basic Floral Design, Part 1.............................................February 21, 23, 28, March 2, 7 Floral Design with Tropicals........................................................................ March 21, 28
Basic Floral Design, Part 2......................................................... April 25, 27, May 2, 4, 9
BOTANICAL ILLUSTRATION pages 8, 9 Introduction to Drawing for Botanical Illustration*............ January 14, 21, 28, February 4
Winter Botany for Botanical Artists+..................................................................February 2, 9
Intermediate Drawing for Botanical Illustration*+.................... February 11, 18, 25, March 4
Advanced Watercolor for Botanical Illustration*+...................... February 23, 28, March 2, 7
+ NEW Botany and Journaling with Lara Call Gastinger ................. March 8, April 12, May 3 + Pen and Ink for Botanical Illustration* ..................................................March 18, 19, 25, 26
Botany for Botanical Artists*+...........................................................March 23, 30, April 6, 13 + NEW Painting on Vellum with Guest Artist Denise Walser-Kolar ................ March 31, April 1, 2 + Introduction to Watercolor for Botanical Illustration* ....................... May 13, 20, June 3, 10
*Required courses; candidates for the certificate of competence must complete courses in sequence.
Enrollment in the certificate program is not required to take these classes, but students wishing to take courses above the introductory level must have instructor approval. + pre-requisites required
Art in the Garden, page 9 Color Pencil on Paper..................................................... January 13, 20, 27, February 3 NEW Basic Watercolor with Botanical Subjects.............. January 17, 24, 31, February 7 NEW Making Flowers Bloom on Paper............................. January 18, 25, February 1, 8
NEW Jacobean Embroidery Basics.................................... February 22, 24, 27, March 1
NEW Jacobean Embroidery: Illuminated Letters....................... March 22, 29, April 5, 12
How to Draw Stuff (in the Garden)..............................................................May 7, 14, 21 Nature Journaling..................................................................................................May 13
nature Photography, page 9
NEW Introduction to Hand Coloring Photographs................................... February 25, 26 NEW DSLR Photography: It’s All About Light!............ April 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25, June 1
MEDITATION AND MOVEMENT, page 10
Tuesday Yoga in the Garden.................................... Six week sessions begin January 3 Thursday Yoga in the Garden.................................. Six week sessions begin January 5 Evening Yoga in the Garden.................................... Six week sessions begin January 5 T’ai Chi Five Elements Form..................December 3, January 28, February 11, April 29
Level 2: T’ai Chi Five Elements Form............................................. February 18, May 20
Garden Walks and Lunchtime Lectures, pages 8, 10
Ginter in the Morning............................................................ February 7, March 7, April 4
NEW Lunchtime Lecture: Beer Basics............................................................January 18
NEW Lunchtime Lecture: Say It with Color!..........................................................April 12
Winter-Spring, 2017 For latest details on these and other events, go to www.lewisginter.org Dominion GardenFest of Lights: Living Color
Through January 9 A holiday tradition with over half a million lights illuminating the Garden
New Year’s Eve Family Frolic
December 31 Roll in the New Year with family activities, live music by the Ululating Mummies and the annual hillside tumble (weather permitting).
A Million Blooms
April 1 - June 1 A spectacular succession of millions of blooms throughout the Garden celebrates the spring season.
Peek-a-Bloom with Peter Rabbit
April 15, 16 Saturday concert, Sunday brunch, and photos with Peter
Butterflies LIVE! April 15 – October 8
Experience the wonderful world of butterflies! Tropical beauties transform the Conservatory’s North Wing into a wonderland of vibrant colors, captivating sights, and extraordinary discoveries.
Historic Garden Week Extended Hours
April 26 To mark Historic Garden Week April 23 – 30, the Garden remains open until 9 pm on Wednesday, April 26 only. Tours of Bloemendaal House, live music, and food and wine available for purchase.
Mother’s Day
May 14 Free outdoor concert; make reservations for brunch in the Tea House!
Spring Plant Shows and Sales: Virginia Daffodil Society Show
Saturday, April 1, 2 – 5 pm / Sunday, April 2, 10 am – 3:45 pm Kelly Education Center Included with regular Garden Admission
Spring PlantFest
May 5, 6 One of the region’s largest sales, from well-known plants to rare exotics. Presented by Garden volunteers
Richmond Rose Society Show
May 27, 28 Saturday: 1 - 4 pm, Sunday: 11 am - 3:30 pm Kelly Education Center Included with regular Garden admission
Richmond Area Daylily Society Show & Sale
Saturday, June 17: Sale: 9 am until sold out, Exhibit: 1 – 3:30 pm Kelly Education Center Open free to the public / regular admission to visit the Garden
Richmond African Violet Society Show and Sale
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, April 7, 8, 9, RVC atrium & Robins Room SALE: Friday, 1 – 5 pm, Saturday and Sunday, 9 am – 5 pm SHOW: Saturday, 1 – 5 pm; 9 am – 5 pm Sunday Open free to the public / regular admission to visit the Garden
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In Pursuit of High-Performing Landscapes
Living Color
Wednesday—Friday, February 15—17, 2017 8:30 am – 4 pm, Massey Conference Center Presented by Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, Central Virginia Nursery and Landscape Association, and Virginia Cooperative Extension
Trevor Wrayton
November 25 – January 9 (closed December 24 and 25)
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Why Explore Nature’s Colors? Our world communicates through color. The shades of fruits and vegetables signal the height of ripeness for peak availability of color-coded nutrients. Pollinators find best-suited flowers and their pollen through color-based cues. Nature’s varied hues signal warnings and disguise wildlife from danger. Colors in minerals collect and form spectacular gemstones, while flowers and foliage release pigments for production of dyes that transform fabrics and papers. Even our moods and behaviors are influenced by the colors that adorn ourselves and our surroundings.
Continuing education hours are offered for each day, along with book sales and signings and opportunities to network with industry colleagues. Net proceeds from the three-day event help build CVNLA’s scholarship fund for students pursuing horticultural careers.
Details at http://bit.ly/GARDENFEST.
Guest Presenters
Sponsors:
Patrick Cullina, Landscape Designer
$70 per day: February 15 or 16 $125: Two-day combo ticket February 15 + 16 $55: February 17 Fee includes continental breakfast, lunch, and all sessions
Paul Tukey, Chief Sustainability Officer, Glenstone
Presenting sponsor Merry Monday and Crafty Wednesday activities sponsored by M&T Bank
Tony Cerveny, Director of Operations, Glenstone
courtesy Ikebana of Richmond
Don Williamson
This year’s GardenFest explores COLOR: how the world’s kaleidoscope of colors speaks to us, impacts nature and influences culture. Enjoy a phenomenal light show, fascinating exhibits and fun-tastic events, all in Living Color!
rom site assessment and design renderings to green infrastructure components and appropriate plant palettes, we all strive to create high performing landscapes that give back in ecological services and can be responsibly maintained. On Wednesday and Thursday of this annual symposium, explore with green industry colleagues ideas about how we bring people and plants together to create more satisfying, ecologically sensitive, and sublimely beautiful environments. Friday is devoted to Pesticide Applicator Recertification in categories 3A, 3B, 8, 10, and 60.
Jennifer Low, Program Manager, Landscape Architecture Foundation Stephanie Cohen, The Perennial Diva and Garden Writer Alex Niemiera, Professor of Horticulture, Virginia Tech
David Culp, Brandywine Cottage Garden and Garden Writer George Coombs, Research Horticulturist, Mt. Cuba Center
What’s your favorite way to enjoy Dominion GardenFest of Lights? One of our favorite parts of GardenFest is seeing it though your eyes. Capture this year’s Living Color theme with creativity or tell us why you love Dominion GardenFest of Lights in a photo. Is it a picture of your children enjoying GardenFest for the first time? Bling from the Bling House? Warming up with hot cocoa and s’mores around the fire? Tag it #GardenFest when you post it on Instagram — and you’ll be entered to win! Check the rules here: bit.ly/InstaGardenFEST
Gold Sponsors: Colesville Nursery Davey Tree Experts Glen Allen Nursery Virginia Nursery and Landscape Association Virginia State University Silver Sponsors Arborscapes Bartlett Tree Expert Company BWS Landscaping Farm Credit J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College McGill Premium Compost Truetimber Arborists
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Plant Shows and Sales
2017 Educators’ Conference
Saturday, April 1, 2 – 5 pm; Sunday, April 2, 10 am – 3:45 pm Kelly Education Center Included with regular Garden Admission
Wednesday, March 15; Pre-K – 1st Grade, Thursday, March 16; 2nd – 3rd Grade, Friday, March 17; 4th – 6th Grade This three-day collaborative conference provides valuable professional development opportunities for Pre-K – 6th grade educators, administrators, and pre-service teachers. Join your colleagues for inspiring opportunities to make natural connections using interdisciplinary teaching approaches. Presenters model ways to blend science, social studies, language arts, and math standards for authentic learning experiences. Fee per day: $40; includes workshops, morning coffee, lunch, classroom resources, and 8 hours of professional development points per day. Online registration opens in mid-January 2017 at lewisginter.org Presented by Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden and the Virginia Department of Education with additional support from the Seltzer Family Fund for Nature-Based Education
Virginia Daffodil Society Show
Richmond African Violet Society Show and Sale
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, April 7, 8, 9 Atrium and Robins Room of the Robins Visitors Center Open free to the public / regular admission to visit the Garden SALE: Friday, 12 – 5 pm; Saturday and Sunday, 9 am – 5 pm SHOW: Saturday, 1 – 5 pm Sunday, 9 am – 5 pm
Richmond Rose Society Show
Natural Connections: Interdisciplinary Strategies for Teaching and Learning
SAVE THE DATE Tree Care Symposium
Practices to Ensure Great Trees
Saturday, May 27, 1 – 4 pm Sunday, May 28, 11 am – 3:30 pm Kelly Education Center Included with regular Garden admission
Thursday, March 23, 8:30 am – 4 pm
Richmond Area Daylily Society Show and Sale
This symposium looks at practices that ensure that trees reach a healthy maturity and a long life span. From soils to specifications to maintenance, $60 includes morning continental breakfast and lunch. Registration open January 1.
Saturday, June 17 Kelly Education Center SALE: 9 am – sold out / SHOW: 1 – 3:30 pm
Spring Plant Fest Friday May 5, 9 am – 5 pm, Saturday, May 6, 9 am – 3 pm No admission fee required; regular Garden admission to visit the Garden. The Garden’s plant sales are among the largest in the region with more than 40 vendors selling plants ranging from well-known favorites to rare exotics. Presented by Garden volunteers. Be sure to Visit our Garden Shop for outdoor pots and statuary, a variety of special gardening tools, gardening books, decorative accessories. Members receive a 15 percent discount during Plant Sale!
Keynote speaker: Edward F. Gilman, Professor, Florida State University, Gainesville
Beautiful RVA Website Launches
Beautiful RVA is a collaborative social movement, nurtured by the Garden and other like-minded organizations, to create a healthier and more vibrant community through urban greening and beautification. At BeautifulRVA.org you can find links to information, an online Community Greening Toolkit, including help with designs, plants, processes, and budgets. You also can subscribe to the BeautifulRVA e-newsletter, the Ripple Recap, to receive updates on opportunities for collaboration, advocacy and celebration. Ginter Urban Gardeners Beautiful RVA has launched a program to train the first cohort of Ginter Urban Gardeners. Registrants participate in a 12-week course on sustainable horticulture, urban greening and community building, in order to provide citizens with the skills necessary to increase community-supported urban green spaces. Training sessions will take place throughout various Richmond neighborhoods, through presentations, discussions and group activities. Check beautifulrva.org for news about the application process for the Fall 2017 cohort!
Wild Art: A Journey Off-Canvas
Friday, May 26 – Sunday, October 1, 2017 Richmond’s art scene comes alive throughout Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden’s 50 acres of cultivated landscape, where regional artists entwine art and nature to spark a new way of interacting with the natural world. In addition to the featured works of art, keep an eye out for pop-up ephemeral art made from fallen petals, leaves, sticks and stones, designed to surprise and delight and then fade with the passage of time. Enjoy digging into your creative side through the making of nature-inspired art in designated areas of the Garden.
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Grow and Learn in the Children’s Garden For details on what’s happening in the Children’s Garden, visit lewisginter.org ALL PHOTOS COURTESY LEWIS GINTER BOTANICAL GARDEN
Green Adventure Summer Camps
$; pre-registration required
Join us for Green Adventures, our week-long day camp programs for children. Campers learn more about their connection to plants through art, crafts and garden exploration.
Monday – Friday; 9 am – 12 pm
June 19-23
June 26-30
July 10-14
July 17-21
July 24-28
July 31-Aug 4
Aug 7-11
Mr. McGregor’s Garden Ages 4-5
Amazing Adaptations Ages 6-8
Over the River and Through the Woods Ages 4-5
Crazy about Critters Ages 6-8
Mr. McGregor’s Garden Ages 4-5
Amazing Adaptations Ages 6-8
Over the River and Through the Woods Ages 4-5
Nature in Motion Ages 6-8
Nature in Motion Ages 9-12
Nature in Motion Ages 6-8
Print Making: Inspired by Nature Ages 9-12
Food, Art & Yoga Ages 6-8
Nature in Motion Ages 9-12
Girl and Cub Scout Programs
Service Learning Program
$; Pre-registration required.
Summer, ages 13 – 18
Enjoy a 90-minute outdoor experience that will fulfill gardenrelated Girl Scout badge or Cub Scout adventure requirements.
The Service Learning Program provides students ages 13 – 18 with the chance to explore green jobs in the fields of education and the sciences through handson experiential learning opportunities. Shifts are available during the months of June, July, and August on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9:00 am – 12 pm.
New Year’s Eve Family Frolic Saturday, December 31, 2-5 pm This is a perfect year-end outing for families, with activities inside the warm and cozy Kelly Education Center. Jive with the Ululating Mummies, take photos with the GardenKeeper, make a garden hat and “Roll in the New Year” with the annual hillside tumble (weather permitting). Guests can stay and enjoy GardenFest of Lights from 5 – 10 pm at no additional charge.
Food, Art & Yoga Ages 6-8
We will start accepting applications in January 2017. Apply to become a Service Learning Volunteer by filling out a youth volunteer application, and providing three references. Applications and references are due March 1, 2017.
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CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS Classes at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden fit every level of gardening skill, from basic how-tos to refreshers for more experienced students. Class formats range from handson and workshop classes—kept small for optimal learning experiences—to inspiring lectures by leading authorities. Non-members who take classes receive admission to the Garden the day of their class—a great way to test-drive a membership!
Classes are listed chronologically under subject areas: Gardening & Garden Design, Floral Design, Botanical Illustration, Art in the Garden, Photography in the Garden and Meditation and Movement. Descriptions and online registration are available at lewisginter.org Garden Education Certificates Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden offers Garden Education Certificates. These are directed to the non-professional and are designed to guide participants through a logical sequence of learning. Garden Education Certificates require from 62 to 240 hours of instruction at the Garden, including basic required courses and an elective selection of courses. This program is designed for personal enrichment and does not offer college credit. For more information, visit lewisginter.org, go to “Adult Classes” under “Learn” and click on “Current Classes.” Request a copy of course requirements by emailing registrar@ lewisginter.org or calling 804-262-9887 ext. 320 (M-F, 9 am – 5 pm). Classes applicable to Garden Education Certificates are noted as follows: BI: Botanical Illustration | FD: Floral Design | HL: Gardening and Garden Design At the end of each class description, applicable hours are noted as: GES: BI, 3 (Garden Education Series: Botanical Illustration, 3 hrs.), and whether the class is required or elective for certificate needs. Lunch breaks are not included in course hour counts.
Vegetable Gardening the Organic Way Saturday, March 11, 9 – 11 am Learn the basics of gardening the earthfriendly way! Garden horticulturist Heather Veneziano discusses how to ‘go green’ with your garden, including soil amendments, plant maintenance and pest control. Heather focuses on growing vegetables in our area, with an emphasis on heirloom varieties that grow well in the Richmond area. Take home a packet of seeds to start your spring garden. $33 / $20 member. GES: HL, 2, elective
Spring Pruning for Shrubs and Small Ornamental Trees Saturday, March 11, 9 am – 12 pm Pick up tips on how to prune shrubs and small trees for good spring growth. Instructor Joel Koci of Arborcare, Inc., describes the basics of pruning, discusses appropriate pruning times for various woodies, and demonstrates techniques. Bring questions about personal pruning problems. Joel Koci is a certified arborist, and holds a Masters in Ornamental Horticulture from Virginia Tech. He is an extension agent in urban forestry at Virginia State University. $53 / $40 member. GES: HL, 3, required
Rose Pruning 101 NEW Use Your Garden Gift Certificate for Learning! Did you know you can use your Garden Gift Certificate toward class registrations? You can! Just bring it by the registrar’s office when you register for a class (not available for telephone or online registration). And, a gift certificate makes a terrific gift for any occasion!
gardening & garden design Learn the basics, refresh your home gardening skills or learn something new with programs in this area. Look for unique workshops, multiple-session classes, and inspiring lectures.
There can be no other occupation like gardening in which, if you were to creep up behind someone at their work, you would find them smiling. Mirabel Osler (1994)
Botany
Winter Botany
Monday, Tuesday, January 9, 10, 9 am - 5 pm Identification of deciduous trees and shrubs in the summertime is a piece of cake for most, but what happens in the wintertime when leaves, flowers, and fruits are no longer at our disposal? Woody plants are every bit as recognizable in winter as they are in summer. Learn the characteristics that woody plants leave behind during the winter months and how to use this information to identify woody plants to the species level. The Winter Botany curriculum focuses on use of dichotomous keys and familiarizing attendees with the technical terminology surrounding identification of plants in winter. Lecture, lab, and field practicum. $170 / $144 member. 2 sessions = 14 hrs. GES: HL, 14, elective
Beginning Botany for Gardeners 4 Wednesdays, February 22, March 1, 8, 22, 9 am – 12 pm Learn about the “secret life of plants.” This class introduces you to the way plants make food, grow, and reproduce. Includes a copy of the class text, Brian Capon’s Botany for Gardeners. Follow up later in the year with “Intermediate Botany.” $205 / $157 member. 4 sessions = 12 hrs. GES: HL, FD, 12, required.
Basics
Saturday, March 18, 9 – 11 am Join the Cochrane Rose Garden Horticulturist, Laurie McMinn, for this introduction to basic rose garden pruning. Learn best practices for pruning, and spend time in the Rose Garden for hands-on demonstrations. $33 / $20 member. GES: HL, 2, elective
Digging In: Tools, Tips, and Time Savers 3 Thursdays, March 23, 30, April 6, 4 – 7 pm Instructor Beth Burrell helps you take your home landscape to new places in this class. Step-by-step advice on plants best suited for the Richmond area, site preparation, proper planting techniques, and the finishing touches are discussed. Perfect for beginning home gardeners or new homeowners! $134 / $95 member. GES: HL, 9, required
Beekeeping So You Want to Keep Bees? NEW Saturday, January 21, 9 – 11 am Find out what keeping bees is all about: how long it takes to learn, year-round schedule, time requirements, and cost. Learn what resources are available locally to help you get started. $33 / $20 member. GES: 2, elective
Building Good Garden Soil
Backyard Beekeeping for Beginners
Saturday, March 4, 9 – 11 am Everything starts with the soil! Find out how to build your soil for spring gardening. Learn the characteristics of basic soil types, and how to analyze your own soils, including amendment techniques, drainage, and more. A garden walk shows you how Lewis Ginter horticulturists remediate different parts of the Garden’s soil. Instructor: Karin Stretchko, Agriculture Specialist, J. Sargent Reynolds Community College. $33 / $20 member. GES: HL, 2, required
4 Sundays, February 26, March 12, 26, April 9, 1:30 – 4:30 pm (additional hive assembly workshops— March 25: 9 am - 12 pm, March 27, 6 - 9 pm) Explore the basics of beekeeping by learning the common tasks that define the rhythm of the beekeeper’s year. Assistance in ordering equipment and bees, a workshop to assemble your hive with expert beekeeper help and hands-on instruction are all included. $272 / $220 member includes a bee veil. GES: HL, 12, elective
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Bee Helpers: Plantings and Practices to Attract Pollinators NEW Sunday, April 30, 1 – 3 pm Learn how to support honey bees and other important pollinators in your own yard through companion planting and pesticide-free practices. $33 / $20 member. GES: HL, 2, elective
Design Planning and Planting a Cutting Garden NEW Saturday, February 11, 9 – 11 am With many people concerned about the carbon footprint of commercially produced flowers or simply trying to save money, there is growing interest in cutting gardens. Garden horticulturist Laurie McMinn discusses how to plan and design a cutting garden that is attractive, colorful, fragrant, and useful! $33 / $20 member. GES: HL, 2, elective
The Beginner’s Perennial Garden Thursday, April 13, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm Perennials can provide almost year-round color in an easy-care garden. This workshop introduces you to hardy perennials, simple starter plans, and the basics of soil preparation. Instructor Beth Burrell (The Giving Tree) shares her years of experience as a landscape designer—including how to create a garden on a site with bad soil! $58 / $45 member. GES: HL, 4, required
Patio Vegetable Gardening Saturday, April 29, 9 – 11 am No space for a traditional vegetable garden? Is your only open space a balcony, deck, or patio? Garden horticulturist Heather Veneziano shows you how to plan an abundant vegetable garden with containers, including best plant selections, techniques for growing up, not out, and more. $33 / $20 member. GES: HL, 2, elective
Plants Winter Symposium and 48th Annual CVNLA Short Course In Pursuit of High-Performing Landscapes Wednesday—Friday, February 15—17, 8:30 am – 4 pm Three days of horticultural excellence, presented by Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, Central Virginia Nursery and Landscape Association, and Virginia Cooperative Extension. Details, p. 4
Plants for Late Winter Interest Saturday, February 18, 9 – 11 am Garden horticulturist Dean Dietrich discusses reliable, interesting plants that provide ongoing interest as the seasons change. He includes tips for selecting, placing, planting, and caring for her selections as well as the dark side—what problems are common to them. Tour the Garden with Dean to see mature examples in place. $33 / $20 member. GES: HL, 2, elective for growing up, not out, and more. $33 / $20 member. GES: HL, 2, elective
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Gardening with Deer Thursday, February 23, 9 am – 12 pm While there is no sure cure for deer problems, savvy gardeners can reduce deer damage to plants by understanding the animal and choosing plants most likely to discourage grazing. Beth Burrell helps you learn which plants are most likely to be targeted by deer and points out ways to deter the animals—including chemical, biological, and structural controls. $43 / $30 member. GES: HL, 3, elective
Spring Container Garden Workshop Thursday, April 27, 9 am – 12 pm Container gardens help you maximize small spaces and they’re easy to care for! Garden designer Beth Burrell shows you how to plan your container garden, from soil mixes and planting techniques to design tips and succession planting for seasonal color, then create your own container garden under Beth’s guidance. Soil and plant material provided, students bring a suitable container. $73 / $60 member. GES: HL, 3, elective
Plants for Spring Interest Saturday, April 29, 9 – 11 am Garden horticulturist Dean Dietrich discusses reliable, interesting plants that provide ongoing interest as the seasons change. He includes tips for selecting, placing, planting, and caring for her selections as well as the dark side—what problems are common to them. Tour the Garden with Dean to see mature examples in place. $33 / $20 member. GES: HL, 2, elective
accompanying adult) create one house together. Some hot glue gun use will be required. We ask you to bring some materials from home; a small base for your house and floral materials are provided. $68 / $55 member per adult/child group or single adult. 1 session = 3 hrs. GES: FD, 3, elective
Intermediate Workshops (Adults or Adult/Child Groups) Saturday, December 3, 12:30 – 3:30 pm OR Saturday, December 10 8:30 – 11:30 am Seasoned crafters and fairy house veterans are welcomed in this class, which uses sturdier materials like balsa and tree “cookies” for house bases. No children under 10, please, and no more than two children per accompanying adult. Come prepared for mess. Hot glue guns will be in use. We ask you to bring some materials from home; a small base for your house and floral materials are provided. $68 / $55 member per adult/child group or single adult. 1 session = 3 hrs. GES: FD, 3, elective
Fresh Wreath Decorations and Ideas FULL Monday, December 5, 1 – 3 pm Learn ways to decorate a fresh holiday wreath for your home with fresh, dried, and artificial elements. Learn tips and tricks to change out or refresh your wreath to last through the season. Fresh 24” wreath and all decorative materials included. $61 / $48 member. 1 session = 2 hrs. GES: FD, 2, elective
Basic Floral Design, Part 1
Anne Morrow Lindbergh, Gift from the Sea
Tuesdays and Thursdays, January 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, OR February 21, 23, 28, March 2, 7, 6:30 – 8:30 pm Learn how to create the basic shapes and styles of floral designs—the building blocks for true creativity. This course will introduce you to techniques and styles commonly used by professionals. Learn preparation techniques, how to create basic shapes, and how to prepare flowers for long-lasting arrangements. A section on cut flower care and handling is included, along with a text. All materials provided; students need to bring sharp floral snips. Instructor: Mimi Cassick. $322 / $257 member. 5 sessions = 10 hrs. GES: FD, 10, required
Making ‘Fairy Houses’ with Dried Natural Materials
Escape from Winter: Terrariums and Dish Gardens
Floral Design Instruction on how to arrange flowers, from step-by-step classes to sophisticated workshops and demonstrations.
Arranging a bowl of flowers in the mornings can give a sense of quiet in a crowded day The whimsical ‘fairy houses’ that accompany the Garden’s train displays during GardenFest are crafted by horticulturists, volunteers, and other Garden staff. Learn the skills to start your own fairy village and make a small one of your own to take home, under the guidance of Garden Horticulturist and GardenFest coordinator Shannon Smith, Children’s Garden Registrar Laura Lee Folman, and GardenFest volunteer Debbie Guckert.
Tuesday, February 7, 9:30 am – 12 pm Use small water-loving plants like ferns and mosses to create a terrarium, or sand, rocks, and succulents in a dish garden. Either one will remind you of warmer climes during winter! Also learn unusual ways to incorporate favorite houseplants into interior mini-scapes. Bring your own container (details sent after registration), all potting materials and plants are provided. $58 / $45 member. GES: FD, 2.5, elective
Beginner Adult/Child Workshops
2 Tuesdays, March 21, 28, 6 – 8:30 pm Brighten up gray winter days with tropical flowers and greens. Instructor Mimi Cassick shows you how to create stunning designs with these exotic materials. $107 / $81 member. 2 sessions = 5 hrs. GES: FD, 5, elective
Saturday, December 3, 8:30 – 11:30 am OR Saturday, December 10 12:30 – 3:30 pm In this session, adults and their accompanying children (children 5 years old and up; no more than two children per
Floral Design with Tropicals
Lunchtime Lecture: Say It with Color! Wednesday, April 12, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm David Pippin shows you how to create a colorful arrangement by using hues of monochromatic colors to produce a sophisticated, subtle effect. Arrangements are raffled after the demonstration. $58 / $45 member includes a light lunch. GES: FD, 1, elective
Basic Floral Design, Part 2
Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 25, 27, May 2, 4, 9, 6:30 – 8:30 pm This class continues Mimi Cassick’s beginning class: expand your knowledge of composition, cut flower preparation, and mechanics for various types of arrangements. Fee includes all materials except floral snips. $322 / $257 member. 5 sessions = 10 hrs.GES: FD, 10, required
Botanical Illustration Certificate Courses
Know the rules like a pro so you can break them like an artist. Pablo Picasso
+ Courses with required pre-requisites
* Required for the Certificate of Competence in Botanical Illustration
Introduction to Drawing for Botanical Illustration 4 Saturdays, January 14, 21, 28, March 4, 10 am – 3:30 pm
This class explores drawing materials (papers and pencils), line quality and expressiveness as well as basic aids to drawing (types of rulers, compass and stencils). Students study the basics of proportion, perspective and composition in addition to simple approaches to rendering form with tone. The class works with botanical subjects appropriate to the season. Students complete one or more drawing(s) of a simple botanical subject of their choice, practicing the core concepts taught in the class. Accuracy is emphasized as well as artistic expressiveness. A list of recommended materials is sent after registration. Lunch is on your own each day. Instructor: Hazel Buys. $242 / $190 member. 4 sessions = 20 hrs. GES: BI, 20, required
Winter Botany for Botanical Artists+ 2 Thursdays, February 2, 9, 10 am – 3:30 pm Explore the intricacies of plant forms in winter. Morning sessions help you learn to understand the structure of cones, berries, twigs. Study and draw a diversity of plant parts under the guidance of a botanist. Afternoons are devoted to graphite illustrations of plants related to the morning’s discussion. Emphasis is placed on observation, accurate representation of details, and labeling. Pre-requisite: Introduction to Drawing for Botanical Illustration or equivalent coursework, and some knowledge of basic botany. $106 / $80 member. 2 sessions = 10 hrs, GES: BI, 10, elective
Intermediate Drawing for Botanical Illustration+ 4 Saturdays, February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 10 am – 3:30 pm Continue to explore line quality and expressiveness as introduced in “Introduction.” Students continue to develop the basic techniques and knowledge covered in Introduction to Drawing. Complete one or more drawings of a seasonally-appropriate botanical subject of your choice, practicing the core concepts taught in the class. Accuracy of drawing is emphasized as well as artistic expression. Instructor: Hazel Buys. Lunch is on your own each day. $242 / $190 member. 4 sessions = 20 hrs. GES: BI, 20, required
Advanced Watercolor Workshop for Botanical Illustration+ 2 Tuesdays and 2 Thursdays, February 23, 28, March 2, 7, 10 am – 3:30 pm Williamsburg-based botanical artist Juliet Kirby leads this four-day watercolor workshop for advanced botanical artists. Participants bring a plant of their own choosing. Focus is on composition, accuracy, and direction of light. Students provide materials: a list of recommended materials is sent after registration. Lunch is on your own each day. $227 / $175 member. 4 sessions = 20 hrs. GES: BI, 20, required
Lunchtime LectureS Enjoy a light lunch and an educational demonstration Lunchtime Lecture: Beer Basics
Wednesday, January 18, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm New to the craft beer movement? Learn the lingo, taste samples of different types, and pick up some tips for creative cooking with beer. No one under 21, please. $40 / $27 member includes a light lunch featuring beer-influenced dishes. 1 session = 2 hrs.
Lunchtime Lecture: Say It with Color!
Wednesday, April 12, 11:30 am -1:30 pm David Pippin shows you how to create a colorful arrangement by using hues of monochromatic colors to produce a sophisticated, subtle effect. Arrangements are raffled at the end of the program. $58 / $45 member includes a light lunch. 1 session = 2 hrs. GES: FD, 1, elective
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Botany and Journaling with Lara Call Gastinger+ NEW 3 Wednesdays, March 8, April 12, May 3, 9 – 11:30 am Explore botany and art together. Join botanical artist Lara Call Gastinger to learn how to use a sketchbook to observe the ways plants change each month. Explore strategies to condense the natural world within the pages of your sketchbook. This class meets once a month for three months to document seasonal changes. $216 / $180 member. Students must take all three sessions. 3 sessions = 7.5 hrs. GES: BI, 7.5, elective
Pen and Ink for Botanical Illustration+ 2 Saturdays and 2 Sundays, March 18, 19, 25, 26, 10 am – 3:30 pm Primarily associated with scientific illustration because of its ease for reproduction in books and scientific journals, pen and ink is a valuable tool for the botanical artist. This course builds and expands on students’ previous experiences with drawing and rendering in graphite. Become familiar with and practice the use of conventional dipping pens such as the crowquill, and experiment with technical pens such as a Rapidograph pen. Practice with a variety of drawing surfaces to create a clean, flowing line, then learn other techniques to create volume and form. Methods of putting together a “plate” for scientific illustration are discussed as well. Instructor: Lorraine Brevig. Intermediate level. $242 / $190 member. 4 sessions = 20 hrs. GES: BI, 20, required
Botany for Botanical Artists+ 4 Thursdays, March 23, 30, April 6, 13 10 am – 3:30 pm Botanical illustrators need to be well versed in the intricacies of plant forms. Morning sessions help you learn to understand the structure of flowering plants and conifers and to study and draw a diversity of plant parts under the guidance of a botanist. Students keep an illustrated study journal. Scientific names in botanical illustration are discussed and used. Afternoons are devoted to graphite illustrations of plants related to the morning’s discussion. Emphasis is placed on observation, accurate representation of details, and labeling. Pre-requisite: Introduction to Drawing for Botanical Illustration or equivalent coursework. $242 / $190 member. 4 sessions = 20 hrs. GES, BI, 20, required
Painting on Vellum with Guest Artist Denise Walser-Kolar+ NEW Friday, Saturday, Sunday, March 31, April 1, 2, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm Denise Walser-Kolar reveals her technique for painting on vellum during this three-day workshop. Begin by doing some exercises on small bits of vellum to learn her technique and get a feel for painting on this surface. Then choose a small fruit to draw and paint. This class combines demonstrations, discussion of materials and techniques, hands–on time for developing skills, and lots of individual attention. Pre-requisites: both botanical drawing courses and “Introduction to Watercolor for Botanical Illustration.” $379 / $340 member includes vellum. 3 sessions = 16.5 hrs. GES: BI, 16.5, elective
Introduction to Watercolor for Botanical Illustration+ 4 Saturdays, May 13, 20, June 3, 10 10 am – 3:30 pm This course has two required pre-requisites: Introduction to Drawing for Botanical Illustration and Intermediate Drawing for Botanical Illustration (see above). Students learn about painting materials (papers and brushes), practice watercolor painting skills and complete exercises demonstrating core techniques. Complete one or more painting(s) of a simple botanical subject (e.g., leaf, nut, simple flower) of your choice, practicing the painting skills taught in the class. Accuracy of representation is emphasized as well as artistic expressiveness. Instructor: Hazel Buys. Lunch is on your own each day. $242 / $190 member. 4 sessions = 20 hrs. GES: BI, 20, required
Art in the Garden Enhance your understanding of the natural world, learn new skills, and enjoy the company of like-minded artists! See page 10 for exhibits in Ginter Gallery II in the Kelly Education Center.
I perhaps owe having become a painter to flowers.
Claude Monet
Color Pencil on Paper 4 Fridays, January 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10 am – 3:30 pm Learn the skills and techniques of colored pencil: layering, blending, burnishing, embossing, under-painting, using solvents and more through instructor demonstrations and practice. The class reviews compositional rules and also focuses on tools, materials and techniques used in colored pencil art. Students create a color pencil work using a botanical subject of their choice! A materials list is sent after registration. $222 / $170 member. 4 sessions = 20 hrs.
Basic Watercolor with Botanical Subjects NEW 4 Tuesdays, January 17, 24, 31, February 7, 6:30 – 8:30 pm Learn to use watercolor to expressively depict botanical subjects. Instructor Kelly McLeod introduces you to the basics of handling, applying, and mixing watercolor to create vibrant images on paper. Some drawing experience recommended. $148 / $96 member. 4 sessions = 8 hrs.
Jacobean era. Your completed work may result in a cover for a garden journal, a trinket box, a satchel or a simple book mark. Fabric and threads are included. A list of additional supplies is sent after registration. $187 / $135 member. 4 sessions = 12 hrs.
Jacobean Embroidery: Illuminated Letters NEW 4 Wednesdays, March 22, 29, April 5, 12, 9 am – 12 pm Students already familiar with Crewel embroidery design and stitch an illuminated letter using botanical elements (flowers, leaves, berries) for borders and background in the medieval style. The project can be framed or scanned, printed, and laminated for placemats and coasters to personalize your dinner service. Fabric and threads are included. A list of additional supplies is sent after registration. $187 / $135 member. 4 sessions = 12 hrs.
How to Draw Stuff (in the Garden) 3 Sundays, May 7, 14, 21, 1 – 4 pm For those who have always wanted to learn to draw, or want to refresh unused skills, this is a fun, basic course. Class time covers skills that can be used to go into the Garden to sketch what you see and enjoy. Enhance your garden experience with art. For beginners, this class offers a relaxed atmosphere. This class is also good for parents of homeschoolers who want to build their own drawing skills. Instructor: Paula Blair. $142 / $103. 3 sessions = 9 hrs.
Nature Journaling Saturday, May 13, 9 am – 2:30 pm Artist and journaler Susie Kowalik introduces you to nature journaling! Learn how to create a journal and how to use the provided supplies. You’ll have time in the Garden to observe and record what you see. Journaling has two components: visual (sketching) and verbal (writing thoughts and observations). The day also gives you tools to both educate yourself and others about the natural world around you. $78 / $65 member includes supplies.
Nature Photography
You don’t take a photograph. You ask, quietly, to borrow it.
Author Unknown
Introduction to Hand Coloring Photographs NEW
Saturday, Sunday, February 25, 26 10 am – 4 pm) Learn how to create a beautiful botanical portrait both inside and outside in the winter garden during this two-day workshop. Artist and photographer Barbara Ellison shows you the best ways to light, compose and isolate your subject. Then, learn the basic hand coloring techniques of blending and layering while practicing on a pre-printed photo. Finally, use pastels on one of your own images to create a turn of the century look. Take home your own finished piece of art. You may find that coloring can be a wonderful form of relaxation! No prior photography or art experience is necessary. $226 / $200 member includes supplies; participants bring their own cameras. 2 sessions = 10 hrs. Lunch is on your own.
DSLR Photography: It’s All About Light! NEW 6 Thursdays, April 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25, June 1, 6 – 9 pm Newbies to digital photography as well as those with some experience will explore all the features of your camera in the beauty and variety of the Garden! This collaborative workshop features hands-on instruction, weekly assignments, and photography on the grounds, along with weekly discussions, reviews and critiques of your work. A list of recommended equipment is sent after registration. $258 / $180 member. 6 sessions = 18 hrs.
Making Flowers Bloom on Paper NEW 4 Wednesdays, January 18, 25, February 1, 8, 9 am – 12 pm Make flowers bloom in winter! Try using some new media and products to enhance your drawings and paintings. If you prefer the winter landscape make brighter snow and deeper shadows. Learn to work with Brusho®, Pan Pastels® and Aqua Sticks®. All materials provided. $206 / $154 member. 4 sessions = 12 hrs.
Jacobean Embroidery Basics NEW 2 Wednesdays, 1 Friday, 1 Monday, February 22, 24, 27, March 1, 9 am – 12 pm Students learn and practice basic Crewel stitches to transform fine lamb’s wool into simple designs that are typical of the
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MEDITATION and MOVEMENT
The greatest gift of the garden is the restoration of the five senses. Hanna Rion
Yoga in the Garden 6 sessions = 6 hrs. Tuesdays, 9 – 10:30 am, six-week sessions begin January 3 OR Thursdays, 10 – 11:30 am, six-week sessions begin January 5 OR Thursdays, 6 - 7:30 pm, six-week sessions begin January 5 Learn yoga’s calming rhythms of breathing, movement, and posture in a tranquil Garden setting. Small class sizes enable instructor Jacqueline Gooding to offer individual pointers and address multiple levels of experience. Please bring a blanket, yoga mat, water and appropriate layered clothing for the season. Classes take place in the Garden or inside Garden buildings, depending on weather. Each six-week session: $153 / $75 member.
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Exhibits in the Kelly Education Complex Ginter Gallery II March 4 – April 29
Erica Lohan: Nature in Detail
Lohan’s highly detailed drawings celebrate the sophistication in natural forms, creating textile-like patterns with leaves and various flora. From the artist: “My particular fascination with pattern has focused solely on the variety and intricacy of the organic natural world, the subtle coloration in the land and the intricate patterns of plant life. Although nature has always held me in its sway, I have moved from seeking to capture its essence, to a place where I aim to absorb the forms I see and create a new song.”
GARDEN WALKS All walks are free to adult members; $17 non-members. Pre-registration is required to ensure there are enough guides for the group. Register online at lewisginter.org or email registrar@lewisginter.org
First Tuesdays Ginter in the Morning
T’ai Chi
Workshops are offered regularly. Instructor Rie Franklin is a 1993 graduate of the VCU department of Dance and Choreography. For the last 18 years she has been actively teaching a variety of movement forms in the Richmond area. She is approved to teach the Five Elements form of T’ai Chi, and is currently a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT 500). Workshops include morning refreshments and lunch. Each session: $88 / $75 member. 1 session = 4 hrs.
T’ai Chi Five Elements Form Saturday, December 3, 10 am – 2:30 pm The Five Elements Form of T’ai Chi is filled with simple and gentle movements easily mastered in a short period of time. Students study the physical movements and philosophy of T’ai Chi as well as breathwork and meditation. Benefits include increased circulation, balance, and posture. Many find an increase in strength and flexibility and a reduction in stress. The minimal number of steps to be learned and their repetition make the Five Elements form easy to learn and incorporate into daily practice. Additional sessions: January 28, February 11, April 29
Level 2: T’ai Chi Five Elements Form NEW Saturday, February 18 OR Saturday, May 20 10 am – 2:30 pm Level 2 workshops will always offer something new and current to pique your interest. The workshop includes review and practice of the 5 Elements Form as well as investigations into one of the five elements corresponding to the current season. Be assured that a new experience is waiting for you in each seasonal workshop while you learn how to further develop your practice and increase the healthy benefits of this movement form. Previous attendance in in a 5 Elements Form workshop is required.
10 am
February 7, March 7, April 4
Discover seasonal highlights in the Garden with a knowledgeable Garden Guide. Wear clothing suitable for the weather and shoes for walking.
The New Look of Online Registration Online registration at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden has a new look and exciting new features! • Create your customer account to register for Garden classes. • During account creation, select Member or Non-Member as your Customer Type and you’ll automatically receive the correct pricing. • Manage your account, profiles and classes from your computer, tablet or smartphone. • Use your credit card to make easy and secure payments online. • Print out receipts any time you need them. • View how many spaces remain in a class and immediately book online, or add yourself to a waiting list if a class is full. • Save classes to your Wish List before registration opens, then add your Wish List items to your cart once they become available. • Receive registration reminders and sign up for text message alerts when a class or event is cancelled at the last minute. We are excited all of these new capabilities and think you will be too! Create your customer account today at https://apm.activecommunities.com/lewisginter/.
It’s Your Library: Use It! Botanical Book Club January 13, March 10, April 14, 11 am – 12 pm Join the Botanical Book Club in the cozy comfort of the Library on the second Friday of every other month. Book selections and dates are posted on the Garden’s Facebook page (use the link at lewisginter.org). Garden membership is encouraged but not required to participate. Please acquire a copy of the book to read before the meeting; Garden members may borrow the Library’s copy. Find book selections at lewisginter.org/learn/library. For more information, email library@lewisginter.org. The Library has wi-fi—come in and surf for answers to your gardening questions while enjoying the cozy atmosphere and fire in the Reading Room.
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GUIDED GROUP TOURS for GARDEN VISITORS
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Discounts offered for Corporate and Non-Profit organizations • Complimentary parking • Beautiful facilities set amid spectacular display gardens • Complimentary Garden admission including exhibits for guests during normal operating hours • Delicious food provided by on-site caterer, Meriwether Godsey
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Your Way. Every Day.
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From stylish wall art and colorful vases to educational kids’ toys and books, we satisfy your shopping needs. We offer jewelry, scarves, and hats in a variety of botanical images. Get inspired from our vast collection of outdoor containers, statuary, and garden ornaments. Come visit the Garden Shop!
Visit www.lewisginter.org/visit/facility-rental for venues, pricing and menus or call the Garden’s facility rental coordinators at (804) 262-9887, ext. 345 or 224.
When you become a Member at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, it changes the way you experience the Garden.
Groups are special at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, and we offer a number of options for group visits of 15 or more adults, including guided tours and group dining. Tours lasting approximately one hour are led by knowledgeable, well-trained volunteer Garden Guides. Learn more about tour topics, including dining options, by visiting lewisginter.org/visit/groups/ adult-group-visits and schedule your visit at least two weeks ahead by completing a form online or calling 804-262-9887 ext. 320.
Exciting new Membership options let you explore the Garden like never before. The new “Friends”- level Membership lets you share the Garden with out-of-town guests, family and friends. Enjoy free admission for any four adults and eight children. Give the gift of Garden Membership. For birthdays or holidays, a gift membership is giving a whole year of fun in the Garden. Begin your Garden experiences TODAY by deciding which Membership option is right for you at: lewisginter.org/visit/membership.
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EDUCATION & EVENTS December – April, 2017 1800 LAKESIDE AVENUE RICHMOND, VIRGINIA 23228-3700 (804) 262-9887 EXT. 320 WWW.LEWISGINTER.ORG
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How to Register for Classes Register early: One week before the start date, a class may be cancelled due to insufficient enrollment. Online: Go to lewisginter.org, Learn, Adult classes, Find a class PHONE: Call 804-262-9887 ext. 320 (M-F, 9 am – 5 pm). MAIL: Mail your list of classes to: Registrar, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, 1800 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond, Virginia 23228-4700. Mailed registrations are processed in the order received. Garden Gift Certificates: Visit the Registrar’s office (M-F, 9 am – 5 pm) with your gift certificate to register for classes. A printable registration form is available at lewisginter.org/Learn/adult-classes/ Fees for classes cancelled by the Garden may be credited to a future class or refunded. All credits must be used within one year from the date of the original class. All programs subject to change.
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Published November 30, 2016