MEMBER NEWSLETTER
Allison Anderson Membership Specialist
Dear Members,
And just like that, it’s June. This is the month for summer breezes, bumblebees dancing among the flowers, butterflies gently floating on by to say hello, and feeling the warm sunshine on our shoulders I know it has rained quite a bit (ok, A LOT) the last couple months- but as Luke Bryan famously sings, “Rain is a good thing!” and the Gardens are solid proof of that. Our plants, flowers, and landscapes have never looked better. June is the perfect time to visit and see everything in its prime
Thank you to everyone who attended the Playhouse Exhibit Preview! It was a wonderful evening and I loved getting to see everyone’s lovely, smiling faces again �� The whimsical playhouses throughout the Gardens truly are a trip back to simpler times when every day was playday. I hope you all had as much fun as I did.
I want to hear from you Which playhouse was your favorite, and why? What did you love most about the member event? Please feel free to send feedback to my email: allisona@iastate.edu. To our members who haven’t had a chance to see the playhouses yet, come visit us soon! These are one of a kind, custombuilt playhouses that you are sure to enjoy.
Thank you for reading this month’s member e-newsletter. We are delighted you are a member and feel immense gratitude for your support Your membership makes a significant impact as it directly funds our programs and initiatives. Members are the lifeblood of Reiman Gardens!
-Allison
June 6 (10:45 AM - 11:45 AM)
June 7 (10:45 AM - 11:45 AM)
Reiman Gardens at Iowa State University is in the process of hiring a new director. The general public is invited to open forums with two candidates. The first open forum is June 6 from 10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. The second open forum is June 7 from 10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
Candidate evaluation forms will be available at this link once the candidates are announced. These open forums will be held in the Garden Room at Reiman Gardens.
LEARN
Carroll Marty’s Playhouses
Reiman Gardens is so thankful for the many hours of faithful volunteers. The tireless work of Carroll Marty is evident everywhere you look around the Gardens--especially this summer! From June 1 through September 30, you can view the work of Carroll’s craftsmanship on five garden playhouses: the Paper House, the Polycarbonate Cube, the Woodland Tent, the Hobbit House, and the Prairie School Thank you so much, Carroll!
Check out our Garden Playhouses exhibit June 1September 30!
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EVENTS AND PROGRAMS
Garden Playhouses
June 1 - September 30
Explore a collection of whimsical and creative structures created by local and national artists. Play in them or simply admire their craftsmanship and creativity!
Yoga in the Gardens
June 5 - 26; 4:00 PM - 4:50 PM
This class will involve moves for strength, balance, and honoring kindness and compassion for oneself and one’s body through a full body flow.
Mixed Level Watercolor
June 3 - July 1; 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Join Creative Department artist Yvonne Brune for a five-week watercolor course exploring the splendor of the Gardens. Classes will be both outdoors and indoors.
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Nature at Night
June 6; 9:00 PM - 10:30 PM
We will highlight some of the flowers that only bloom at night and you'll have the opportunity to shine UV light on selected flowers that fluoresce.
Playhouses Guided Tour
June 12; 11 AM - Noon
Want to learn more about our Garden Playhouses exhibit? Take a tour with Education staff as they discuss the designers and interpret several of the interactive structures in this year’s display.
Teacher Appreciation Day
June 7; 10 AM - 6 PM Free admission for Pre-K-12 school employees with school ID card or badge
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Iowa Rose Show
June 15; 10 AM - 4 PM
View the Iowa Rose Society's annual juried show featuring the best roses in the state After morning judging, visitors will have the opportunity to see a huge variety of award-winning cut roses differing in form, color and scent.
National Picnic Day
June 18; 10 AM - 8 PM
Pack your picnic basket and bring it to Reiman Gardens while enjoying the blooms of a nice summer evening.
Father’s Day
June 16; 10 AM - 6 PM
Free admission to all fathers on Father’s Day! Give dad a break for the day and enjoy the beauty and serenity of the indoors and outdoors at Reiman Gardens!
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Floral Design Class
June 18; 6 PM - 7 PM
Learn how to make a vase with homegrown wedding florals with State Fair Master Floral Judge Sandy Gossman
Summer Solstice Party
June 21; 6 PM - 10 PM
After closing time, join us at Reiman Gardens for an unforgettable evening celebrating the summer solstice, where magic and nature intertwine in a unique blend of enchantment and creativity.
Pollinator Fest
June 22; 10 AM - 2 PM
Join us as we wrap up National Pollinator Week with a day full of activities at Reiman Gardens! Visit a variety of fun and educational displays, including live pollinators and plants.
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Youth Day Camps
June 24-28; 9 AM - 4 PM
For ages 6-10. Join us for a full week of educational activities!
Adults will drop off youth for this program. Preregistration with payment required, so register early - these programs fill up fast!
Caterpillar Club
Every Thursday; 10:15 AM - 11 AM
Join us outdoors weekly for our popular Early Childhood Development program featuring stories followed by nature exploration and activities. Best for children ages 2-5 with an adult.
Iowa Regional Lily Show
June 29; 12 PM - 4 PM
Lilies from Iowa and surrounding states plus a number of floral designs and photos will fill Reiman Gardens' Events Hall with color and beauty
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SAVE THE DATE - Events & Programs in July
Nature at Night
July 9, 8:30 PM to 10 PM - Cocktail Party and Carnivorous Plants: Join horticulture staff for a special nighttime walking tour of the Gardens after dark
Garden Art Fair
July 14, 10 AM to 4 PM - This year will feature more than 80 talented artists and vendors spread throughout the beautiful gardens, along with a selection of food and drinks from Hy-Vee and Kona Ice.
Floral Design Workshop
July 16, 6 PM to 7PM - Fiery Fresh-Cut Flowers
Youth Day Camps
July 22-26, 9 AM to 4 PM - Have fun and learn with STEM and art activities at Reiman Gardens.
Did you know that over half of our funding relies on the generous support of our donors and daily attendance revenue? Your tax-deductible donations support the year-round beautification of Reiman Gardens! Click the donate button above to help us provide visitors with the best experience every day.
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REIMAN GARDENS NEWS
JUNE 2024
ISU’S COLLEGE OF DESIGN 3D PROJECT FINDS A PERMANENT HOME AT REIMAN GARDENS
The innovative work of an Iowa State University College of Design class will leave a sustainable and beautiful impact on generations of visitors to Reiman Gardens through the creation of 3D-printed concrete planting pots and furniture. Read more here.
REIMAN GARDENS LAUNCHES
BUTTERFLY LONGEVITY STUDY
Reiman Gardens at Iowa State University has recently launched a new butterfly longevity study. Over the next year, the Entomology staff at Reiman Gardens will tag butterflies in the Christina Reiman Butterfly Wing with a yellow sticker on its right hind wing with a unique alpha code. Read more here.
REIMAN GARDENS NEWS
JUNE 2024
EMORY TELIOS TRANSITIONS TO PUBLIC EVENTS
Emory joined Reiman Gardens in June 2021, and has worked the last three years as our private event coordinator. Her new role will give focus on our public events. She grew up in Parkersburg, Iowa, graduated from Iowa State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, and now lives in Ankeny with her husband and one-year-old twins.
JACOB ROBERTS JOINS REIMAN GARDENS HORTICULTURE TEAM
Jacob Roberts joined the horticultural staff at Reiman Gardens in May. He is a graduate of Iowa State University where he studied horticulture. Jacob is from Alleman, Iowa He enjoys working out, reading, and gardening.
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