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Awakening of Spring Arboretum Waterfall Garden Eastern Phoebe PLUS NATURE, CL ASSES & SPRING EVENTS
Photo by Don Olson
Photo by Mark Pickthall – © Munro Stduios
FINAL WEEKS FOR FIRST-EVER TRI-SEASON EXHIBIT It was a balmy fall evening on Nov. 11, 2016 when Bruce Munro: Winter Light at the Arboretum premiered with an overflow crowd! One of the longest fall color seasons soon transformed into snowy landscapes (plus ice and temps to match). Indoor attractions, including Chindi, the digital animations, a gallery show and Cafe Light were the perfect warm-up. The partnership with Southwest Transit added extra convenience for guests, to leave their vehicle in a parking ramp and travel trolley style to evenings of fun. Special nights of tastings – including (in Feb.) chocolate, wine and beer; plus Feb. Thursday Picture-Perfect nights and Sunday Family Nights – and (in March), even yoga added a great Zen with the indoor Reflections installation. For the final weeks, watch for info on the exhibit closing events (exhibit closes April 9).
FROM THE DIRECTOR… PETER C. MOE
SPRING IN BLOOM The coming of spring is a journey of the senses and the spirit. From the moment you enter the Arboretum, the senses are awakened by the nearby
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fragrant and delicate lilacs of the Hueg collection. The terraces and main gardens
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Magazine is published six times a year by the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Foundation, 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, MN 55318-9613, 952-443-1400. The magazine is a benefit of Arboretum membership. No portion may be reprinted without permission from the Arboretum. The information published in this magazine is not necessarily endorsed by the University of Minnesota.
will amaze with the magnitude of 38,000 tulips, as well as thousands of pansies,
Patrick B. Petersen, Editor Judy Hohmann, Marketing & Communications Manager Tanya Kingery, True Reflection Design, Art Director Peter C. Moe, Director Todd Wagner, President, Board of Trustees Timothy S. Kenny, Director, Education Frank J. Molek, Director, Development and Membership David Matteson, Director, Business Operations and Visitor Services
charming red buds and the ginko, with its fan-shaped leaves.
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snapdragons, English ivy and more—courtesy of the Beck endowment. Discover spring wildflowers in the Dayton Wildflower Garden, Wurtele Bog Walk and Frerichs Garden for Wildlife. Look for hepatica, anemone, snow drops, marsh marigolds, trillium and bloodroot. Enjoy the sweet and colorful crabapple tree blossoms. Plus, watch for harbingers of spring to transform the landscape such as magnolia trees,
From the moment that Mother Nature ushers in those first signs of spring, the human spirit soars with the promise of warmer days and a growing season of greenery and blooms. Spring is one of the best times of the year to experience the beauty of the gardens and the wonder of the outdoors. See you at the Arboretum! Spring Experiences: Walks with Matt, self-guided garden strolls, Yoga in the Gardens, Arbor Day tree scavenger hunt, Earth Day and National Public Gardens Day programs, Plant-Maker’s Studio every weekend. The “Gardens of Kaleidoscopes: Turning Colors” display opens April 15 indoors and out.
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Cover Photo by Don Olson
Photo by Mark MacLennan
FRESH, FRUITY TULIPS
JUDY HOHMANN Marketing & Communications Manager
The first “taste” of tulips at the Arboretum offer visitors thousands
GATEHOUSE GARDENS
of reasons to welcome Spring. This spring promises more
Double-late blooming tulips: Dordogne, Cream Jewel, Avignon,
end-to-end bloom from the moment you enter the Arboretum,
Mrs. John Scheepers, Green Jay, Green Star, Sunset Miami,
thanks to the horticultural artistry of Duane Otto, Arboretum
Moon Walker, Brown Sugar, Big Brother, Beauty of Spring,
Landscape Gardener.
Rhapsody of Smiles, Calgary, Orange Emperor, Crème Upstar,
More than 38,000 tulips in 86 varieties refresh the spirt in a
Fringed Elegance
tangy palette of citrus-inspired colors—lemon, orange, peach,
SNYDER BLDG FRONT TERRACE
creamy white and the somewhat unusual lime tones. Otto’s
Sidewalk bed tulips: Russian Gudoshik (Artist) variegated
citrus tulips design integrates with 4,000 pansies, johnny
peach to deep rose. Flower bed planter tulips: World’s Favorite,
jump-ups, snapdragons, kale, English ivy, vinca and golden
Narcissus Martinette
moneywort.
OSWALD VISITOR CENTER FRONT TERRACE
The Spring Tulips 2017 collection, planted in a greater number
Japanese Maple, kale, pansies, snapdragons. Tulips: Crystal Star,
of growing spaces, take visitors on a colorful journey through
Francoise, Dordogne, City of Vancouver, Big Smile, Avignon,
the Arboretum gardens during the month of May. Generously
Green Star, Angel’s Wish, White Bouquet, Green Jay, Orange
funded by the Beck Endowment. (Tulip bulb highlights below
Princess, Yellow Mt., Ivory Floradale, Annie Schilder
and right.)
MAIN ANNUAL GARDEN
ENTRY DRIVE
Nearly 19,000 mid- and late-bloom tulips: Orange Princess,
Tulips: Mt. Tacoma, Sensual Touch, Yellow Mt., Orange Princess, Charming Beauty
Green Jay, Yellow Mt., Yellow Present, Mt. Tacoma, Daydream, Caribbean Parrot, Texas Gold, Yellow Spring Green, Sensual Touch, Ballerina, West Point E X PER IENCE MOR E :
Drawing Skills Workshop: Capturing Spring Flowers Saturday, April 8, 9 a.m. – noon. Arboretum.umn.edu/artsclasses.aspx A P R I L M A Y 2 017 // A R B O R E T U M M A G A Z I N E
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Photo by Dawn J. Benko @ Dreamstime.com
EASTERN PHOEBE – THE ORIGINAL “EARLY BIRD” As snow banks retreat and give way to the strengthening sunshine of Spring, the earth is lifted up with wildflowers and the air is filled with birdsong. At the Arboretum, the Eastern phoebes are one of the first birds returning to their summertime nesting sites. This leaden gray flycatcher with the dingy white breast is one of the earliest migrants returning from its winter range in the southern U.S. and eastern Mexico. Nature observers who recognize the exuberant “fee-bree” calls of the phoebe also know it is the time when the first wildflowers are emerging and the drip, drip, drip of the sugar maple sap is beginning. Phoebes have strong nest site fidelity – returning to the same area each year. They look for sites that provide overhead shelter like bridges, old barns, and outbuildings with ledges. At the Arboretum, phoebes nest at the Berens Cabin, the Andrus Learning Center, near the Ordway picnic shelter
parking lot, and under the bridge on the Green Heron Trail. Their tightly constructed nest is made of grasses and hair, and is covered with mosses. Phoebes usually nest twice in Minnesota with a clutch of five white eggs. It’s not uncommon for one to find parasitic cowbird eggs in phoebe nests. The Eastern phoebe can be distinguished from its lookalike cousin – the wood pewee – by its habit of continually pumping its tail when perched. In 1803, researchers with the Audubon Society tied silver-colored threads to the legs of several phoebe nestlings to see if they would return to the same area. When they returned the next year, the first successful bird banding was accomplished! This has been a valuable tool for bird researchers ever since. Be on the lookout (and listen for) these “early birds” during your springtime visits to the Arboretum.
MATT SCHUTH Naturalist R E A D MOR E : “Birds of Minnesota and Wisconsin” – more than 300 species of birds, including the Eastern Phoebe, are described in detail in this very complete reference guide, Janssen, Tessen, and Kennedy, $24.95 – Available in the Gift & Garden Store (612-301-7619).
GARDENS OF KALEIDOSCOPES: TURNING COLORS Take in the beauty of nature found in mini-gardens and containers in bloom—varieties changing from spring pansies, impatiens, petunias and more to a popular assortment of summer annuals and greenery. Add in the science of finely-calibrated kaleidoscopes and visitors will delight in the amazing turning colors and micro-shapes for a macro view of the mini-gardens. For the first-time at the Arboretum, Gardens of Kaleidoscopes: Turning Colors exhibit features 15 plant and kaleidoscope installations, located conveniently throughout the gardens, terraces and buildings for an easy and accessible self-guided walking tour. Mini-gardens created by Arboretum garden designers, sculptures and kaleidoscopes of varying and intricate prism patterns designed and provided by Wisconsin-based artist Robert C. Anderson. This exhibit opens April 15 and continues throughout the summer. The exhibit is free with gate admission. Photo by Patrick Petersen
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EXHIBIT SP O N S O RS:
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SPRING PERENNIAL GARDEN WATERFALL AND STREAM Photo by Al Whitaker
ESCAPE TO THE ‘NORTH WOODS’ – WATERFALL GARDEN
BARBAR A DEGROOT Contributing Writer
THE FIFTH IN A SERIES ON ARBORETUM NATURAL AREAS WITH WATER FEATURES Just minutes away from the Snyder Building and
discreetly shaded from walkway traffic and affords
R E A D MOR E :
its well-trafficked Morgan Terrace, the Arbore-
a scenic view of the waterfall as it wends its way to
”Waterfalls of Minnesota” –
tum Waterfall Garden seems like a magical North
the ultimate destination in Green Heron Pond.
Woods escape.
It’s an incomparable escape.
book contains a special feature on the Arboretum waterfalls,
With its dramatic falling waters, lush greenery
Venture down several steps on the nearby paved
Lisa Crayford, $14.95;
and multi-level walkways, this Arboretum “ jewel”
pathway to the third level of waterfalls and you’ll
“Timber Press Pocket Guide
offers a calm respite from the stresses of daily life.
discover a lovely, secluded perch with a welcoming
Indeed, it’s a “must-see” during the late spring
bench. Sit for awhile - just you and the pines and
through fall (when the water is running).
the falling water. Ah! Life is good.
The Waterfall Garden and its surrounding Dwarf
Any discussion of the waterfalls is incomplete
Conifer Collection are easy to find. Just take the
without mentioning its perfect setting in the
main walkway from the Snyder Building’s Morgan
Dwarf Conifer Collection which contains seven
Terrace toward the Slade Perennial Garden.
genera, 21 species and a total of 152 specimens.
Very quickly you’ll encounter a gushing waterfall
They range from the low-lying creeping juniper to
surging over large boulders on your right (just
dwarf spruce and pines up to 15 feet.
past the prickly pear cacti and yucca plantings). The water cascades under the walkway and flows amid the verdant conifers and moss-covered boulders before it tumbles downward, splashing into intermittent pools. The waterfall is actually five small waterfalls in one and thus can be enjoyed from several vantage points.
According to Arboretum gardener and arborist Jeffrey Johnson, the dwarf conifer’s size makes it
to Conifers” – provides pertinent information on choosing the right conifer for your yard and garden, Richard L. Bitner, $19.95; and “Conifers” – a step-by-step guide on planting, propagation, pest control and pruning, Andrew Mikolajski, $9.99. All available in the Gift & Garden Store (612-301-7619).
well-suited for most home gardens. “They don’t take up as much garden space as their ‘cousins’ and they are slower growing,” said Johnson, citing the example of a white pine reaching maturity in 10 years, versus a weeping white pine that matures
Many a marriage proposal has taken place on the
in 40 years. These conifers also serve as garden
upper overlook (just east from the main walkway).
focal points, lending proportional height, depth
This secluded upper perch with bench seating is
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ARBORETUM LILACS Photo by Don Olson
SPRING BECKONS WITH EARLY FAVORITES, WILDFLOWERS, LILACS AND CRABAPPLES
SUSIE EATON HOPPER Public Relations Specialist
What might be the first ephemeral or wildflower to poke
main parking lot. The largest mass can be found on Three-Mile
through winter’s flotsam and remind visitors that Spring is more
Drive in the Crabapple Collection where the show-stopping
than a memory? The sweet and delicate very rare snow trillium
blooms come in white to deep red and everything in between.
(Trillium nivale) is sure to be an earlybird in the delightful
Their fruit is also a wildlife (wild turkeys, songbirds and
four-acre Grace B. Dayton Wildflower Garden, with trout and
squirrels) delicacy. The oldest collection on the grounds, the
dwarf lillies, blood root and marsh marigolds popping up too,
lilacs, welcomes visitors as they approach the Oswald Visitor
chased by Virginia bluebells. They start to flower before leaves
Center on the right. The collection blooms for 8-to-10 weeks
appear on the trees, in order to soak up the light.
overall and 2-to-3 weeks by specimen, sending out an irresistible
Starting in May, with a peak around Mother’s Day, crabapples
scent that defines the season.
can be seen in many locations at the Arboretum, including the
SPRINGTIME Q & A: Q: What is the name of the crabapple trees in the main parking lot? A: Donald Wyman, which has red flowers and is a beautifully formed tree, easy to prune and manage. Q: When was the Lilac Collection started? A: Many of the lilacs were planted in the 1950s before the Arboretum was incorporated. Q: Can you propagate lilacs from seed? A: Yes, they are not difficult to propagate from seed and are easy to hybridize, that’s why there are so many of them!
R E A D MOR E : “What’s Doin’ the Bloomin”? – recently revised edition organized by bloom time for spring and fall nature hikes. This fantastic reference guide describes 340 species and has 620 full-color photographs, Clayton R. Oslund, $19.95 – Available in the
Q: What is the difference between a spring ephemeral and spring flowering wildflower?
Gift & Garden Store
A: I f the foliage of the plant remains in the summer it is not considered a true ephemeral.
(612-301-7619).
Ephemerals emerge, bloom, are pollinated, set seed and die back in about two months.
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HEATHER KELLY
PLANTING SEEDS THROUGH A MEMORIAL GIFT Heather Kelly loved both children and sunflowers. So when
Sixty-nine second grade students spent an active afternoon
Heather’s aunt Karon Armstrong was looking for a way to honor
learning about plant science through Heather’s favorite flower,
her memory, the Sunflower Supreme Plantmobile Program
the sunflower. Children touched a wide variety of dried
stood apart. “My niece, Heather, died from meningitis unexpect-
sunflower heads and used sunflowers to explore plant parts and
edly at the age of 31. Our whole family was devastated. Heather
functions, pollination, life-cycles, and the incredible diversity
loved children and her favorite flower was the sunflower. The
that is possible in nature.
Sunflower Supreme Program seemed perfect, and the dates offered even included Heather’s birth date.”
This spring, a second school will receive a visit from the Plantmobile and more children will learn about nature through
Thanks to Armstrong’s generosity, the popular Plantmobile
sunflowers because of the Heather Kelly Sunflower Supreme
program traveled to Noble Elementary School on a special day;
Memorial Scholarship.
Heather’s birthday. The lucky school was selected on specific criteria based on student need as recipient of the memorial scholarship.
MOM IS THE WORD!
ARBORETUM MEMBERSHIP IS THE PERFECT GIFT FOR ALL OCCASIONS Moms everywhere are raving about the
Your gift also includes:
Arboretum! A gift of membership is so
• 1 year free subscription to Martha
much more than admission; it’s 60,000+
Stewart Living Magazine or Better
emerging bulbs in spring, spectacular
Homes and Gardens
summer gardens, canopies of fall color, a holiday extravaganza and a winter wonderland! Give mom the gift that will truly last the whole year through. Even if she visits without you, you’ll be on her mind every time she enjoys the perfect gift you gave her.
• 2 VIP Arboretum admission passes – a $24 value • Support of the Arboretum! (gift memberships are fully tax-deductible) • A reminder of YOU every time she visits.
Purchase a gift membership for Mom
Gift memberships may be purchased
between April 1 and May 1 and you will
online at arboretum.umn.edu/join.aspx,
automatically be entered into a drawing
by calling 612-301-1257 or by stopping at
for a free Mother’s Day Brunch for four at
the Membership Desk in the Oswald
the Arboretum, a $128 value! (Winner will
Visitor Center. Order by May 1, 2017, to
be notified May 2, 2017.)
ensure delivery before Mother’s Day.
Photo by Bryan Creely @ Dreamstime.com
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Photo by Mark MacLennan
SPRING
EASTER BRUNCH
ARBOR DAY
SUNDAY, APRIL 16, RESERVATIONS ON THE ½ HOUR STARTING AT 9 A.M., WITH LAST RESERVATION AT 1 P.M., MACMILLAN AUDITORIUM
FRIDAY, APRIL 28, ALL DAY
Gather the family for Easter Brunch at the Arboretum. Enjoy a springtime brunch, visit the gardens and conservatory, and tour the “Gardens of Kaleidoscopes: Turning Colors” exhibit. For pricing, menu and reservations go to: arboretum.umn.edu/EasterBrunch.aspx or call 612-301-7602.
YOGA IN THE GARDENS The early spring sessions of the popular Yoga in the Gardens, held in conjunction with Yoga Bella, YogaFit and Yoga 4 You, are scheduled for Sunday, April 9 at noon in the Tea Room (Yoga Bella); Thursday, April 20 at noon in the Tea Room (YogaFit); Sunday, May 7 at noon in the Sensory Garden (Yoga Bella) and Thursday, May 25 at 6 p.m. in the Sensory Garden (Yoga 4 You). The sessions are for all levels and continue throughout the year. Please bring your own mat and water bottle. The classes are always free for Arboretum members and studio partner members; and free with gate admission for non-members. For a complete schedule, visit arboretum. umn.edu/yoga.aspx.
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Self-guided walking tour of Arboretum tree collections, scavenger hunt. Pick up a map at the Membership desk.
ALL ABOUT DOGS DAY & RE-OPENING OF THE DOG COMMONS ON-LEASH TRAIL
COUNTRY
CLUB
The “Un-kennel”
SATURDAY, APRIL 29, 11 A.M.-1 P.M., MARGOT PICNIC SHELTER AREA, THREE-MILE DRIVE AND DOG COMMONS Enjoy a special day with your best canine friend at the Arboretum. Mark your calendar for an informational and fun event that will have everyone’s tail wagging. Walk your dog on Three-Mile Drive, enjoy a vendor fair and sampling and view short presentations by Arboretum Education and Animal-Assisted Interactions specialists. Check out the dog-related merchandise in the Gift & Garden Store and meet with membership staff to find out about dog-added memberships and the Dog Commons On-Leash Trail. arboretum.umn.edu/allaboutdogs.aspx
WALKS WITH MATT: LATE SPRING WILDFLOWERS, WARBLERS AND WATERFOWL SATURDAY, MAY 13, 9-11 A.M.
EARTH DAY FRIDAY & SATURDAY, APRIL 21 & 22 Friday, April 21: Children can celebrate Earth Day by attending a PeaPods for Preschoolers Earth Day Celebration from 9:30-11 a.m. Explore the wonder and beauty of Planet Earth through at-your-own-pace, hands-on activities designed for children ages 3-5 together with an adult! A special Earth Day theme will feature nature-based activities including: take-home planting projects, art, sensory and science discovery zones, action and music, story time, Green Play Yard adventures, greenhouse exploration and snack. arboretum.umn.edu/intergeneration.aspx Saturday, April 22: Join the Arboretum and the Minnesota Wild Bee Atlas for free workshop/citizen science training on Earth Day morning. Also, Master Gardeners will offer pollinator training for volunteers.
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Immerse yourself in the second wave of spring wildflowers! Walk, explore, and learn from naturalist Matt Schuth’s wealth of wisdom, trivia, and wit through his show-and-tell style. You may discover marsh marigold, jack-in-the-pulpit, and mayapple; the early time frame provides the best chance to catch the sights and sounds of early warblers, thrushes, kinglets, phoebes, waterfowl, and a variety of sparrows, and to learn about their nesting and mating habits.
WALKS WITH MATT: BIRD WATCHING & LISTENING! SATURDAY, MAY 27, 8-10 A.M. Learn how to increase your success and enjoyment of future bird watching through naturalist Matt Schuth’s tips, tricks and anecdotes. Look and listen for the distinctive sounds of catbirds, warblers, indigo buntings and blue-gray gnatcatchers, to name a few. Let the Arboretum become your concert hall as you walk woodland trails and enjoy the symphony of nature. For information on all guided walks: arboretum.umn.edu/natureandanimalappreciation.aspx
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appenings AUXILIARY PRIVATE GARDEN TOURS
SUNDAY SUPPERS RETURN!
RESERVATIONS OPEN MAY 1
MAY 21, 5-7 P.M., ARBORETUM CAFE
Tour dates: Sunday, July 16, Tuesday, July 18 and Wednesday, July 19. Guests travel on board luxury air-conditioned motor coaches, followed by Sunday brunch or weekday lunch buffet. Online registration available at arboretum.umn.edu/auxgardentours.aspx. To receive a hard copy form or for questions call 612-625-9865.
Sunday Supper features one menu (changes monthly) served family style, at long tables. The menu includes classic comfort and ethnic foods made with traditional recipes. For pricing, menu and registration, call 612-626-3951 or arboretum.umn.edu/sundaysuppers.aspx.
PLANT-MAKER’S STUDIO SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS, YEAR ROUND; DROP-IN ANYTIME NOON-4 P.M. April/May Theme: Tomato Time Roll up your sleeves, select your favorite varieties, and plant tomato seeds for your garden! Discover new containers and planting ideas to succeed in growing your own tomatoes at home. Get ideas for supporting plants that are heavy with delicious harvest. Visit the worm bin and put together a worm casting compost tea bag to feed your tomatoes and encourage a bumper crop of flavorful fruit! arboretum.umn.edu/plantmakerstudio.aspx. Free with gate admission.
Photo by Kim Herzog
NATIONAL PUBLIC GARDENS DAY FRIDAY, MAY 12, VISITOR CENTER AND ARBORETUM GROUNDS Come explore in spring! Special StoryTimes, spin the garden wheel for prizes, guided walks and more! Activities free with gate admission.
AUXILIARY SPRING PLANT SALE MAY 13 & 14, 9 AM.-4 P.M., MARGOT PICNIC SHELTER AREA At this popular springtime event, shop an expanded selection of shade perennials and grasses, new vegetable varieties with more heirlooms, as well as many plant species native to Minnesota. Also, many University of Minnesota introductions including all four Northern Accents™ rose varieties – and for the first time, a select number of pear and plum trees.
MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH
LET’S TALK PLANTS Q & A SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS, NOON-4 P.M., OSWALD VISITOR CENTER, GREAT HALL. Chat with Master Gardener volunteers who can answer your prickliest gardening questions and provide sustainability tips. They’ll also share the best places to see plants at peak bloom and beauty during your Arboretum visit. Free for members; free for non-members with paid gate admission.
SPRING EXHIBITION: “GARDENS OF KALEIDOSCOPES: TURNING COLORS” DAILY, OPENING APRIL 15, ARBORETUM GROUNDS (See page 4).
SUMMER EXHIBITION: “AMAZING SPACES, PLACES AND ESCAPES: RE-IMAGINING TREEHOUSES” DAILY, OPENING MAY 27, ARBORETUM GROUNDS
SUNDAY, MAY 14, 10 A.M.-1 P.M., ARBORETUM CAFE Celebrate mom and enjoy a traditional springtime buffet featuring a carvery station, omelet station, yogurt parfait bar and more. For pricing, menu and reservations go to: arboretum.umn.edu/mothersdaybrunch.aspx or call 612-626-3951. A P R I L M A Y 2 017 // A R B O R E T U M M A G A Z I N E
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1909 L.L. MAY CATALOG COVER: MINNEHAHA ROSE
SEED STORIES: THE MINNESOTA CHAPTER
ANDERSEN HORTICULTURAL LIBRARY EXHIBIT MAY 2 – SEPT. 4 The story of Minnesota horticulture is richly illustrated in Andersen Horticultural Library’s (AHL) Historic Seed & Nursery Catalog Collection. One of the largest in the nation, the collection of 73,000 items spans 400 years, 8,000 firms, 41 countries, and all 50 states! Documenting plant introductions, printing methods, marketing trends, fashion, culture, and historical events, the collection has multidisciplinary value. Seed Stories: The Minnesota Chapter features a handful of Minnesota companies that are historically important and well-represented in AHL’s collection: Northrup King, Jewell Nursery, L.L. May, Farmer Seed & Nursery, and “The Three Minneapolis Seedswomen.” The exhibit runs from May 2 through Sept. 4, and features only a fraction of the collection. AHL staff selected images and artifacts with visual appeal or notable interest, providing a glimpse into the life and gardens of Minnesota’s past. Colorful catalogs, belt buckles, and a cast-iron clock are among the many pieces on display. Make time to view and enjoy the exhibit during your springtime Arboretum visits!
E X PER IENCE MOR E : HOW TO SAVE TOMATO SEEDS Thursday, August 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m. SEED SCHOOL TWO-DAY WORKSHOP Friday, August 11, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and Saturday, August 12, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. arboretum.umn.edu/gardeningclasses.aspx
JANET SINNER
20TH ANNUAL BUD BREAK 5K RUN /WALK AND DAFFODIL DASH Break out your running shoes as our buds break at the 20th Annual Arboretum’s Bud Break 5K race and Daffodil Dash, Sunday, May 7 (9 a.m. race start). Early registration is strongly recommended as the event has a cap of 650 participants – which normally sells out (see link for early registration price breaks). The run/walk is held on a certified asphalt course that winds through scenic spring Arboretum landscapes, including challenging hills and rolling prairies. Medals will be awarded to top three runners overall. Medals will also be awarded for the top three men and women in several age brackets. This year, T C Running Co. will also award gift certificates to the top two male and female runners in the amount of $75 each for 1st place and $50 each for 2nd place. Participants may register online. (If you do not have an account you will need to create one). Entry fee includes Arboretum admission and a race t-shirt. For complete details and pricing go to: arboretum.umn.edu/budbreak.aspx. The Bud Break 5K race/walk and Daffodil Dash was founded 20 years ago by the late Janet Sinner, an Arboretum landscape supervisor for 22 years. A former marathon runner and horticulture graduate of the University of Minnesota, Janet started up and managed Bud Break for many years; and also helped found the fall Harvest Hustle 5K. In 2013, Janet passed away from cancer. To celebrate the Bud Break 20th anniversary, a special Bud Break t-shirts quilt, created by Gigi Hickey of the Arboretum Auxiliary, is dedicated in Janet’s memory. R ACE SP O N S O R:
SPECI A L T H A N KS TO: TC Running, Kowalskis, General Mills, Ridgeview Medical and Omega Wellness.
2017 ARBORETUM TRAVEL
WITH PETER OLIN, ARBORETUM DIRECTOR EMERITUS Gardens of Okanagan Valley, British Columbia. Sept 14 – 18. This promises to be a fabulous Canadian garden tour over a long weekend. Nestled in the Okanagan River Valley, on the edge of the mountains of British Columbia, the Okanagan Valley has morphed from fur trading post, to gold rush and lumber center, to farmland, to orchards and wine country. See herb and lavender farms, wineries, gardens and more. Get in touch with Jenny Woodson at Skads Travel: jenny@skadstravel.com or 952-443-1400. Or contact Peter Olin, olinx002@umn.edu or 612-301-1275. Rhode Island, Connecticut (stay tuned for details on this special trip in June) For more information on all Arboretum tours: arboretum.umn.edu/travel.aspx or contact Peter Olin, olinx002@umn.edu or 612-301-1275.
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INTERGENERATIONAL “PLAY TIME” IS MUTUALLY BENEFICIAL Join your child in an exclusive new “Together Time” experience at the Arboretum! Studies show that children who participate in intergenerational activities display a higher level of maturity and manners than their peers, improved academic performance, and greater self-control and patience. While adults, particularly seniors, benefit from enhanced socialization, a greater sense of engagement in their communities, and better emotional, mental and physical health. Adults are tapped for their wisdom and experience, a reality that delivers an enhanced sense of purpose and dignity. Surrounded by lush gardens and led by professional caring educators, new Arboretum intergenerational programs with unique nature-inspired themes provide the perfect opportunity to spend quality time together and make fun, lasting memories with your child or grandchild. Enrollment is limited to ensure a fun-size learning environment.
AGE 3-5 WITH AN ADULT
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PEAPODS FOR PRESCHOOLERS EARTH DAY CELEBRATION! Friday, April 21, 9:30-11 a.m. $12 member/$15 non-member (per adult and child pair), includes snacks, projects & planting supplies
PEAPODS FOR PRESCHOOLERS SUMMER SERIES 2017 Summer THURSDAYS, 9:30-11 a.m. June 15, 22, 29; July 13, 20, 27; Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24 – OR – Summer FRIDAYS, 9:30-11 a.m. June 16, 23, 30; July 14, 21, 28; August 4, 11, 18, 25 $115 member/$135 non-member (per adult and child pair), includes all ten sessions (all Thursdays or all Fridays), snacks, projects & planting supplies
AGE 7-12 WITH AN ADULT LET’S COOK TOGETHER! Saturday, May 27, 10 a.m.-noon
LET’S PAINT TOGETHER! Saturday, June 17, 10 a.m.-noon
LET’S “BEE” TOGETHER! Saturday, July 8, 10 a.m.-noon
LET’S BUILD TINY TREEHOUSES TOGETHER! Saturday, Aug. 5, 10 a.m.-noon
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Each program: $50 member/$65 non-member (per adult and child pair), includes Arboretum admission and all project supplies
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CALENDAR at-a-glance EXHIBITS... GARDENS Tulip Collection – Daily, through April/May (See page 3) BRUCE MUNRO: WINTER LIGHT AT THE ARBORETUM Daily through April 9 (See page 2)
THURSDAY, APRIL 6 STORYTIME IN THE LIBRARY 10:30-11 a.m., free with gate admission, Anderson Horticultural Library Stories for the young and young at heart. Geared toward toddlers and preschoolers.
GARDENS OF K ALEIDOSCOPES: TURNING COLORS Daily, opening April 15 (See page 4)
SATURDAY, APRIL 8
SEED STORIES: THE MINNESOTA CHAPTER Daily, May 2-Sept. 4 (Andersen Horticultural Library)
DRAWING SKILLS WORKSHOP: CAPTURING SPRING FLOWERS 9 a.m.-noon, $69/$82, Visitor Center
(See page 10)
AMAZING SPACES, PLACES AND ESCAPES: RE-IMAGINING TREE HOUSES Daily, opening May 27
SPRING PROGRAMS AND EVENTS… SATURDAY, APRIL 1 PLANT-MAKER’S STUDIO: TOMATO TIME Noon-4 p.m., free with gate admission, Learning Center Discover new containers and planting ideas to grow tomatoes at home. Get ideas for supporting heavy plants. Put together a worm casting compost tea bag to feed your tomatoes and encourage a bumper crop.
LET’S TALK PLANTS Q&A Noon-4 p.m., free with gate admission, Visitor Center Master Gardener volunteers answer gardening questions and provide sustainable gardening information.
Gain an understanding of drawing essentials and learn the fundamental steps to sketching several varieties of spring flowers using charcoal and newsprint as well as pastels.
POLLINATORS AND POLITICS: AN OVERVIEW OF MINNESOTA POLLINATOR POLICY 10 a.m.-noon, $30/$42, Tashjian Bee & Pollinator Discovery Center An important and timely overview on recent pollinator policy changes and why they matter. Meet other policy, environment, and pollinator enthusiasts to discuss the issues and better understand how the new policies affect us.
PLANT-MAKER’S STUDIO (See April 1) LET’S TALK PLANTS Q&A (See April 1) SATURDAY BREAKFAST (See April 1)
SUNDAY, APRIL 9 PLANT-MAKER’S STUDIO (See April 1)
SATURDAY BREAKFAST 9 a.m.-noon, $7.99, Arboretum Cafe
LET’S TALK PLANTS Q&A (See April 1)
Start out your day at the Arb with a delicious hot breakfast.
YOGA IN THE GARDENS (See page 8)
SUNDAY, APRIL 2 PLANT-MAKER’S STUDIO (See April 1)
SUNDAY BREAKFAST (See April 2)
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12
LET’S TALK PLANTS Q&A (See April 1)
NUNO FELTED SCARF 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., $89/$121, Learning Center
SUNDAY BREAKFAST 10 a.m.-1 p.m., $7.99, Arboretum Cafe
Create an incredibly lightweight felt by bonding beautifully dyed, soft wool fibers onto a sheer silk scarf.
Start out your day at the Arb with a delicious hot breakfast.
TUESDAY, APRIL 4 ARBORETUM ART OPEN STUDIO Tuesdays, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., April 4 through July 27, $39/$155, Snyder Tea Room All levels, mediums and abilities are welcome to continue your artistic journey during weekly “open studio” time! Simply bring your own supplies; tables, chairs and easy water access are available for your convenience.
BOOKS IN THE GARDEN: FORCES IN AND OF NATURE Second Wednesdays April-Sept., noon-1:30 p.m., $100/$130 (all six sessions), Visitor Center Read six books and discuss how humans too often seek dominance over nature, causing damage to other forms of life and disrupting what could be a natural balance among species. Book list at arboretum.umn.edu/artsclasses.aspx
ANIMAL-ASSISTED INTERVENTIONS PRACTITIONER HANDLING TIPS AND TECHNIQUES 6-9 p.m., $75, Tashjian Bee & Pollinator Discovery Center Refresh your skills as an Animal Assisted Interventions (AAI) Practitioner. You’ll get an update on best practices and learn more about recognizing stress signals in our animal partners. Discuss handling tips and techniques for different public settings.
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For more information, visit: www.arboretum.umn.edu/learn.aspx Class registration: 612-301-1210 Events, exhibits, general info: 952-443-1400
THURSDAY, APRIL 13
PLANT-MAKER’S STUDIO (See April 1)
STORYTIME IN THE LIBRARY (See April 6)
LET’S TALK PLANTS Q&A (See April 1)
SATURDAY, APRIL 15
SATURDAY BREAKFAST (See April 1)
PLANT-MAKER’S STUDIO (See April 1)
SUNDAY, APRIL 23
LET’S TALK PLANTS Q&A (See April 1)
PLANT-MAKER’S STUDIO (See April 1)
SATURDAY BREAKFAST (See April 1)
LET’S TALK PLANTS Q&A (See April 1)
INTRODUCTION TO WINE TASTING AND WINE APPRECIATION 10 a.m.-3 p.m., $80/$95, Tashjian Bee & Pollinator Discovery Center
SUNDAY BREAKFAST (See April 2)
Learn how to taste and describe wine, how to read a wine label, how wine glasses impact your tasting experience, and the basics of wine and food pairing. Age 21+.
SUNDAY, APRIL 16 PLANT-MAKER’S STUDIO (See April 1) LET’S TALK PLANTS Q&A (See April 1) EASTER BRUNCH (See page 8)
THURSDAY, APRIL 27 STORYTIME IN THE LIBRARY (See April 6)
FRIDAY, APRIL 28 ARBOR DAY (See page 8)
SATURDAY, APRIL 29 ALL ABOUT DOGS DAY & RE-OPENING OF THE DOG COMMONS ON-LEASH DOG TRAIL (See page 8)
THURSDAY, APRIL 20
BEGINNER COLORED PENCIL: FLOWERS AND FRUIT 10 a.m.-1 p.m., $74/$96, Tashjian Bee & Pollinator Discovery Center
MINNESOTA WINE DINNER WITH CHEF FROM CAST AND CRU RESTAURANT 6:30-8:30 p.m., $65/$77, Learning Center
Create rich, vibrant colors and values through step-by-step demonstrations on how bright highlights and deep shadows are achieved. Explore mixing colors and rendering details.
Join Matt Elles, Executive Chef, Cast and Cru Restaurant, for a multiple-course, watch-learn-dine-sip experience in the Learning Center Harvest Kitchen - plus receive recipes!
WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY 10 a.m.-3 p.m., $109/$129, Visitor Center
STORYTIME IN THE LIBRARY (See April 6) YOGA IN THE GARDENS (See page 8)
FRIDAY, APRIL 21 PEA PODS EARTH DAY CELEBRATION (See page 8)
SATURDAY, APRIL 22 EARTH DAY OBSERVED: MN WILD BEE ATLAS EARTH DAY CELEBRATION (See page 8)
SATURDAY IN THE KITCHEN: “SOUPING” IS THE NEW JUICING 9-11 a.m., $39/$52, Learning Center Maximize your vegetable and nutrient intake with soups! Explore new concepts, watch demonstrations, then work in small groups to make and taste a variety of delicious soups.
BASIC DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY FOR THE OUTDOOR AND NATURE PHOTOGRAPHER 10 a.m.-4 p.m., $134/$147, Visitor Center Tap the potential of your digital single lens reflex camera, making it your strongest creative ally. Review best practices and learn your camera’s essential operations. Then put your knowledge into practice during an outdoor shoot.
Learn to set up your camera for fast focusing, continuous high-speed shooting and other settings to capture elusive images of mammal and bird wildlife.
THE NATURE OF CHARMS: CREATING SILVER JEWELRY SUSTAINABLY 10 a.m.-1 p.m., $119/$132, Visitor Center Use earth-friendly Precious Metal Clay (PMC) to create charms that will be kiln dried or torch fired to become 99.9% pure silver.
THE UNIQUE SILVER LEAF: CREATING SILVER JEWELRY SUSTAINABLY 2-5 p.m., $119/$132, Visitor Center Impress real leaves in silver metal clay (which uses recovered silver, gold and platinum from discarded computers, medical instruments and photography supplies) to make pure silver leaves for beautiful bracelets, earrings, or necklaces.
INTERMEDIATE COLORED PENCIL: FLOWERS AND FRUIT 2-5 p.m., $59/$72, Tashjian Bee & Pollinator Discovery Center Step-by-step demonstrations will help you master colored pencil techniques to create photorealistic pencil renderings rivaling oil and acrylics. Supplies not included.
PLANT-MAKER’S STUDIO (See April 1) LET’S TALK PLANTS Q&A (See April 1) SATURDAY BREAKFAST (See April 1) A P R I L M A Y 2 017 // A R B O R E T U M M A G A Z I N E
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CALENDAR at-a-glance SUNDAY, APRIL 30
SUNDAY, MAY 7
PLANT-MAKER’S STUDIO (See April 1)
20TH ANNIVERSARY BUD BREAK 5K (See page 10)
LET’S TALK PLANTS Q&A (See April 1)
PLANT-MAKER’S STUDIO (See April 1)
SUNDAY BREAKFAST (See April 2)
LET’S TALK PLANTS Q&A (See April 1)
THURSDAY, MAY 4
SUNDAY BREAKFAST (See April 2)
FREE GUIDED WALKING TOUR 10:30 a.m., free with gate admission, Visitor Center A 60-minute guided tour will visit different gardens at their peak bloom to provide gardening ideas and help the participant reconnect with nature’s serene beauty. No registration needed.
STORYTIME IN THE LIBRARY (See April 6)
SATURDAY, MAY 6 WATERCOLOR: LEARN TO PAINT FLOWERS 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $99/$119 (Supplies not included) or $139/$152 (Includes supplies), Tashjian Bee & Pollinator Discovery Center Work from floral photographs to practice a three-step watercolor process. Techniques will focus on paint application and value to capture light, shadow, and rich vibrant color.
YOGA IN THE GARDENS (See page 8)
WEDNESDAY, MAY 10 MINDFULNESS-BASED PRACTICES FOR THE ANIMAL-ASSISTED INTERVENTIONS PRACTITIONER 6-9 p.m., $75, Nutrena Conference Center, U of M St. Paul Campus Develop enhanced awareness and acceptance skills to support yourself and your animal partners. Apply basic mindfulness-based techniques individually or with your animal partners to ensure the best experience possible.
THURSDAY, MAY 11 FREE GUIDED WALKING TOUR – 10:30 A.M. (See May 4) STORYTIME IN THE LIBRARY (See April 6)
SPRING HOUSEPLANT CLINIC 9:30 a.m.-noon, $41/$55, Learning Center
FRIDAY, MAY 12
Ease your houseplants’ transition into spring and summer. Bring along a few favorite houseplants for an informative morning, including an overview of houseplant basic needs, species-based special considerations, and troubleshooting.
SATURDAY, MAY 13
THE POWER OF BALANCE: STONE SCULPTURES FOR YOUR GARDEN 9:30 a.m.-noon or 1-3:30 p.m., $42/$55, Snyder Building Dazzle your friends with a new skill that looks like magic and combines elements of meditation, sculpture and performance art. Learn to use the shape, weight, and friction of ordinary stones to create impossible looking balances. You’ll also gain insights on photographing your creations.
CRYSTAL CLAY JEWELRY: EMBELLISHED DESIGNS 10 a.m.-1 p.m., $69/$89, Visitor Center Create eye-catching statement jewelry using Crystal Clay, a versatile product which requires minimal equipment and curing time. Mix the clay, and then enhance your designs with mica powder, crystals, beads, and charms.
CRYSTAL CLAY JEWELRY: STAMPED AND TEXTURED DESIGNS 2-5 p.m., $69/$89, Visitor Center Use stamps to impress designs and textures into crystal clay and silicone molds to create 3D sculpted relief looks.
FREE GUIDED WALKING TOUR - 1 P.M. (See May 4) PLANT-MAKER’S STUDIO (See April 1) LET’S TALK PLANTS Q&A (See April 1) SATURDAY BREAKFAST (See April 1)
NATIONAL PUBLIC GARDENS DAY (See page 9)
AUXILIARY SPRING PLANT SALE (See page 9) WALKS WITH MATT: LATE SPRING WILDFLOWERS, WARBLERS AND WATERFOWL (See page 8) CHILDREN’S GARDEN: MIGHTY MITES 9:30-11 a.m., $170/$185, Learning Center For ages 5-7. Includes Saturdays May 13 & June 3 and Mondays June 19-Aug. 14. Dig, plant, weed, water, harvest, investigate, taste-test, and explore! All summer long, help grow a garden full of vegetables and flowers, then take our harvest to the kitchen to create delicious snacks.
BEE SQUAD APIARY CLASS: SPRING DIVIDE CLINIC 10 a.m.-noon, $70/$80, Tashjian Bee & Pollinator Discovery Center Learn to properly divide a hive to increase your population and honey production. Review honey bee biology and how it relates to spring management needs, then visit the Apiary to evaluate and divide a spring colony.
RAPTOR PHOTOGRAPHY: EXCLUSIVE CAMERA ACCESS 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., $114/$134, Learning Center Photograph mighty raptors in a controlled setting and receive helpful tips to capture stunning images of these magnificent creatures. Learn to control the camera for wow-worthy images from 5-20 feet away as well as longer distances.
FREE GUIDED WALKING TOUR – 1 P.M. (See May 4) PLANT-MAKER’S STUDIO (See April 1)
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LET’S TALK PLANTS Q&A (See April 1)
LET’S TALK PLANTS Q&A (See April 1)
SATURDAY BREAKFAST (See April 1)
SATURDAY BREAKFAST (See April 1)
SUNDAY, MAY 14
GROWING MUSHROOMS OUTDOORS VIA LOG INOCULATION 1-4 p.m., $65/$77, Tashjian Bee & Pollinator Discovery Center
AUXILIARY SPRING PLANT SALE (See page 9) PLANT-MAKER’S STUDIO (See April 1) LET’S TALK PLANTS Q&A (See April 1) MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH (See page 9)
WEDNESDAY, MAY 17 NUNO FELTED TABLE RUNNER 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., $89/$121, Learning Center Nuno felting allows you to create an incredibly lightweight felt by bonding naturally colored fibers onto a sheer fabric. Then add texture and color using a variety of embellishing techniques.
THURSDAY, MAY 18 MINNESOTA WINE DINNER WITH CHEF FROM COALITION RESTAURANT 6:30-8:30 p.m., $65/$77, Learning Center Join Eli Wollenzein, Executive Chef and co-owner, Coalition Restaurant, for a multiple-course watch-learn-dine-sip experience in the Learning Center Harvest Kitchen - plus receive recipes!
FREE GUIDED WALKING TOUR – 10:30 A.M. (See May 4) STORYTIME IN THE LIBRARY (See April 6)
SATURDAY, MAY 20 CHILDREN’S GARDEN: GARDEN CHEFS 9-11:30 a.m., $200/$215, Learning Center
Learn the history of cultivating mushrooms on wood, then inoculate hardwood logs by drilling holes and introducing mushroom mycelium. Once the wood is fully colonized, the log will begin to fruit. Ongoing maintenance, troubleshooting, and harvest will also be discussed.
GATHERING THREADS: CREATING A KUMIHIMO BRACELET 2-5 p.m., $69/$89, Learning Center Kumihimo is historic Japanese braiding technique once used by samurai on their armor, and now used to secure haori jackets and kimono sashes. Learn to incorporate beads into the traditional 8-warp round braid to create bracelets and necklaces in a wide variety of patterns and designs. Fee includes all supplies.
SUNDAY, MAY 21 PLANT-MAKER’S STUDIO (See April 1) LET’S TALK PLANTS Q&A (See April 1) SUNDAY BREAKFAST (See April 2) SUNDAY SUPPER (See page 9)
THURSDAY, MAY 25 FREE GUIDED WALKING TOUR – 10:30 A.M. (See May 4) STORYTIME IN THE LIBRARY (See April 6)
For ages 10-13. Includes Saturdays May 20 & June 10 and Wednesdays June 21-Aug.16. Cook up some fun all summer long as you create the perfect kitchen garden! Plant and tend garden plots, discover and explore, and transform your harvest into delicious, healthy snacks.
YOGA IN THE GARDENS (See page 8)
SATURDAY IN THE KITCHEN: LIVING IN TUNE WITH NATURE THROUGH AYURVEDA 9-11 a.m., $39/$52, Learning Center
LET’S COOK TOGETHER! – INTERGENERATIONAL TOGETHER TIME 10 a.m.-noon, $50/$65, Learning Center
Ayurveda is an ancient Hindu system of medicine meant to help people stay healthy, and in balance. Taste a variety of dishes based on Ayurvedic principles, then work together to create recipes.
SUMMER MACRO-PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP 10 a.m.-2 p.m., $109/$129, Learning Center
SATURDAY, MAY 27 WALKS WITH MATT: BIRD WATCHING & LISTENING! (See page 8)
“Grow” a child’s appetite for vegetables by involving them in the garden-to-table process! Begin with basic kitchen skills and cook your way through a tasty, multi-course snack feast. You’ll also gain tidbits on nutrition, botany and growing your own food in this hands-on program. (See more on page 11)
Learn the essentials of macro-photography plus many nature photography up-close tips. Then take a journey across the Arboretum to apply your skills to its inspiring subject matter.
FREE GUIDED WALKING TOUR – 1 P.M. (See May 4)
CREATE YOUR OWN RESIN JEWELRY 10 a.m.-1 p.m., $69/$89, Learning Center
LET’S TALK PLANTS Q&A (See April 1)
Learn to use versatile and quick-curing UV resin to create unique, nature-inspired charms that can be turned into colorful earrings, bracelets, or pendants. Fee includes all supplies.
FREE GUIDED WALKING TOUR – 1 P.M. (See May 4) PLANT-MAKER’S STUDIO (See April 1)
PLANT-MAKER’S STUDIO (See April 1) SATURDAY BREAKFAST (See April 1)
SUNDAY, MAY 28 PLANT-MAKER’S STUDIO (See April 1) LET’S TALK PLANTS Q&A (See April 1) SUNDAY BREAKFAST (See April 2) A P R I L M A Y 2 017 // A R B O R E T U M M A G A Z I N E
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“LIGHT SCULPTURES AND INSTALLATIONS CREATED AROUND THE WORLD 1999-2016” • THROUGH APRIL 9 This stunning collection of photographs captures illumination artist Bruce Munro’s installations in locales around the globe. These photographs were selected by the Munro studio especially to accompany the concurrent Munro exhibition at the Arboretum. Save 10% through April 9. “DANCING WITH COLOR AND LIGHT” • APRIL 13 – JUNE 18 Minnesota Watercolor Society Spring Show. Lyz Wendland, Professor of Art at the University of Wisconsin, River Falls, will judge the entrants. There will be an opening reception and awards night on Thursday April 13, 6-8 p.m., with awards announced at 7:15 p.m.
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“CONTOURS OF SPRING” • APRIL 12-30 The exhibition features a diverse collection of artistic styles, scales and materials by members of the Society of Minnesota Sculptors, celebrating the three-dimensional arts.
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“SEASONS OF LIGHT” – 10TH ANNUAL ARBORETUM PHOTOGR APHERS (APS) SOCIETY SHOW & SALE • THROUGH APRIL 2 This juried exhibit showcases how APS members have interpreted the theme “Seasons of Light” through the photographs they have taken during the changing seasons at the Arboretum. Special 10% off discounts for Arboretum members and Winter Light exhibit guests. “WATER’S EDGE” • APRIL 9 – MAY 31 Journey through the Water’s Edge with artists from Spectrum ArtWorks. Through a variety of mediums and personal connections each artist guides you into this liminal space. “FISH OUT OF WATER; THE POTTERY CREATIONS OF BR ADLEY BENN” • APRIL 9 – MAY 31 Come and see Pike, Northern and Walleye pop from the Arboretum walls in this fun, educational artistic experience.
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