Summer 2017 Newsletter

South Coast Botanic Garden

SUMMER 2017

MEMBERS APPRECIATION DAY

AUG. 5

New Membership Benefits pg 4

Movie Night pg 13

Kids Club pg 14

CEO MESSAGE

Adrienne L. Nakashima, CEO ALCHEMY |ˈal-kə-mē| noun a seemingly magical process of transformation, creation or combination from the Annenberg Foundation for $10,000 to support our strategic planning initiatives.

As you read through this newsletter, you’ll notice a Summer calendar that’s bursting with wonderful reasons for you and your family to come out and enjoy the Garden. In addition, I Adrienne Nakashima traded ideas with Alchemy+ participants in March hope you’ll take the time to read through the many thoughtful In March 2016, Peter Olpe, our Foundation Board President, and changes we made to benefit our members, guests and donors.

I were accepted into the Annenberg Foundation’s Alchemy Leadership Seminar. This course focuses on the working relationship With a dash of new construction, a smidge of new programbetween the organization's Executive Director and the Board ming and a pinch of member benefits, it goes without saying Chair. Both our attendance was a mandatory requirement for that some sort of alchemy has taken place here at South Coast all the sessions. During our time together, critical issues such as Botanic Garden. We invite you to transform along with us!

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Board effectiveness, fundraising and financial sustainability were covered. Upon successful completion of the Leadership Seminar, we were then accepted into the higher-level course called Alchemy+. In these seminars both Peter and I participated in intensive learning sessions where we were given some powerful tools to bring best practices and innovative strategies to benefit the South Coast Botanic Garden. Now, over a year later, we emerge as graduates from the Annenberg Alchemy program as better and stronger leaders, equipped with the tools to carry the organization forward to new heights. On March 31st, we participated in our last session where we gratefully accepted a grant

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Adrienne Nakashima and Board President, Peter Olpe, accepted the $10,000 grant award and certificates of completion

JUST ADD ANTS

Casual picnics are now welcome anytime Images of George Seurat paintings of Victorian lawn lounging are quickly conjured when walking through our bountiful property — the rolling meadows are just begging for a leisurely afternoon picnic. But, for several years the Garden has limited picnics, as a way to protect our spaces and manage litter.

Starting this June, we will be changing our picnic policies to welcome picnics everyday inside our gates – whether visitIn order to manage trash, we will designate a specific area for ing on a school field trip, planning a romantic date or setting picnicking each day. This area will change based on our extena family luncheon, we will designate a special space for the sive special events schedule but will always include a beautiful occasion. spot for the occasion. We ask you to keep our Garden pristine Bring your blankets and sprawl out to enjoy the day. Take in the by refraining from feeding the wildlife and by doing your best scent of blooms, listen quietly to the flutter of nearby birds and to clean up after yourself. Alcoholic beverages will not be permitted. relish the serenity of the Garden.

We look forward to seeing your picnic spread this summer!

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Please visit southcoastbotanicgarden.org/events to learn more.

Unless otherwise noted, registration is not required.

Photo by: Jeff Staton

Sunday, June 4 10am – 2pm Free with Garden admission With their beginnings in racing, the legendary Ferrari has been in production since 1943. Since then, company cars have racked up over 5,000 successes on race tracks and roads all over the world. Come to see these legendary cars on the Upper Meadow as displayed by the Ferrari Club of America – Southwest Region.

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KIDS CLUB: NATURE WALK

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Sunday, June 11 1 – 4pm Free with Garden admission Pop over to the Garden for a spring Nature Walk at this month’s Kids Club program. Visit our four mission stations to gather leaf litter and fallen blossoms to make your own nature walk bracelet, learn about animal tracks with a folded paper quiz game, discover the density of natural objects in our “sink or float” challenge and help decorate the pavement with chalk leaf tracings.

CORELLI ENSEMBLE BACH CONCERT

Sunday, June 11 3 – 4pm Free with Garden admission Join us inside the Frances Young Hall to hear selections from Johann Sebastian Bach. Listen to the baroque stylings of violins, oboe, flutes and the string orchestra.

AUDUBON BIRD WALKS

Sundays, June 11, July 9, August 13 8 – 11am No fees associated with this course Join Steve Dexter, Ed Griffin and Manuel Duran of the Palos Verdes/South Bay Audubon Society to tour the Garden in search of birds. No experience required, but binoculars are recommended. The group meets in the Courtyard and then heads out into the Garden.

MAKE AND TAKE WORKSHOP: ORIGAMI

Saturday, June 17 12 – 1:30pm Cost: $5 members / $7 non-members Meet our Craft Workshop Volunteers on the Gift Shop Patio to learn the ancient art of paper folding in this afternoon session where you will make a crane, a cat and a flower. Payment will be accepted at the Gift Shop.

Photo by: Lauren Nishihira

FERRARI CAR SHOW

MAKE AND TAKE WORKSHOP: MINI SUCCULENT PLANTER Sunday, June 18 12 – 1:30pm Cost: $9 members / $12 non-members Learn the basics of planting and caring for your succulents while crafting your very own masterpiece in this workshop on the Gift Shop Patio. Fee includes a pot, soil, succulent cuttings and top dressing.

Payment will be accepted at the Gift Shop.

MAKE AND TAKE WORKSHOP: FAIRY HEADDRESS

Saturday, June 24 12 – 2pm Cost: $10 members / $12 non-members Celebrate International Fairy Day on the Gift Shop Patio. We’ll show you how to make your own fairy headdress and send you searching for the elusive South Coast Botanic Garden fairy. Dress as a fairy and receive a special surprise. Payment will be accepted at the Gift Shop.

21ST ANNUAL CELEBRATE WELLNESS FOOD AND BEVERAGE TASTING EVENT Sunday, June 25 3 – 7pm Cost: $150 per person (21+ years of age only) This annual event supports CSCRB, Cancer Support Community Redondo Beach, which provides support services for cancer patients and their loved ones free of charge for the past 30 years. Many local restaurants, wineries, breweries and other beverage vendors will participate. To purchase tickets, visit celebratewellness.org or call (310) 376-3550.

What's in Bloom Brachychiton, Bottle Brush, Cape Chestnut, Crape Myrtle, Fuchsia, Jacaranda, Jasmine, Lavender, Magnolia, Palo Verde Tree, Rose, Sausage Tree

IKEBANA FLORAL DESIGN

Tuesdays, June 6, 13, 20, 27, July 11, 18, 25, August 1 12:30 – 2:30pm Cost: $110 members / $125 non-members Cost: $40 beginners / $80 advanced Ikebana is the ancient Japanese art of floral arranging. Yumiko Kikkawa teaches the mechanics of manipulation and the observation of materials for their best usage in gaining an oriental view on floral arrangement. Class is limited to 20 students on a first come, first served basis. Registration required.

MORNING BLISS YOGA

DESTINATION SCIENCE CAMP

June 12-16, 19-23, 26-30, July 10-14, 17-21, 24-28, 31-August 4, August 7-11, 14-18, 21-25 Kids in Kindergarten through 6th Grade are invited to design and create forts and contraptions, make a space movie, motorize and construct a roller coaster, build a Bot-Team, launch a rocket and see in virtual reality at four new STEM focused camps at the Garden. Members are invited to enroll at a discount before May 31 with code GARDEN17 at www.destinationscience.org.

YOGA IN THE GARDEN

Saturdays, June 3, 10, (skip 17), 24, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, August 5, 12, 19, 26 9:30 – 10:30am Cost: $120 members / $150 non-members One Class: $12 members / $15 non-members Join us for “A Journey through the Chakras” a yoga series that will energize and rejuvenate your energy centers. Sound healing and aromatherapy are all part of this experience appropriate for all levels. Meet in the Cornish Courtyard before heading into the Garden. Registration required.

Saturdays, June 3, 10, 24, July 1, 8, 22, 29, August 5, 19, 26 8 – 9am Cost: $95 members / $110 non-members One Class: $10 members / $12 non-members Release tension, increase balance and feel completely relaxed with Tai Chi in the Garden. Tai Chi is a graceful series of ancient Chinese meditative movements that help maintain physical health, well-being and spiritual essence. Registration required.

Photo by: Fran Hill

TAI CHI IN THE GARDEN

Wednesdays, June 7, 14, 21, 28, July 5, 12, 19, 26, August 2, 9, 16, 23 9:30 – 10:30am Cost: $120 members / $150 non-members One Class: $12 members / $15 non-members Join us for “A Journey through the Chakras” a yoga series that will energize and rejuvenate your energy centers. Sound healing and aromatherapy are all part of this experience appropriate for all levels. Meet in the Cornish Courtyard before heading into the Garden. Registration required.

ORIENTAL IMPRESSIONISTIC WATERCOLOR

Fridays, June 16, 23, 30, July 14, 21, 28, August 4, 11 9am – 12pm Cost: $70 members / $85 non-members Instructor Hisako Asano will teach you how to create paintings of nature that capture the soft-colored art form that is expressed in her techniques. You will learn to mix and blend colors and manipulate 3-D values with a single stroke. Please see website for additional details. Class is limited to 20 students on a first come, first served basis. Registration required.

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Photo by: Tom Zimmerman

Sunday, July 8 12 – 1:30pm Cost: $25 members / $30 non-members Join us on the Cornish Courtyard for a hands-on miniature garden workshop. Fee includes planting container, soil, small plants, top dressing and one decorative piece. Payment will be accepted at the Gift Shop.

AUDUBON BIRD WALK

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Sunday, July 9 8 – 11am See page 6.

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KIDS CLUB: FAIRIES AND GNOMES

Sunday, July 9 1 – 4pm Free with Garden admission Drop in for an imaginary excursion in the land of magical creatures at this month’s Kids Club program.

Grab your map and put on your creative hat to visit our four mission stations to find “evidence” of a gnome village, seek hidden fairies in our woodland habitat, stir up some magic soup and make a gnome home. No pre-registration required.

MAKE AND TAKE WORKSHOP: PARASOL PAINTING

Saturday, July 15 12 – 1:30pm Cost: $25 members / $30 non-members Meet our Craft Workshop Volunteers on the Cornish Courtyard for this summer activity. You’ll have the opportunity to paint a parasol and then take it on a cool stroll in the Garden. Payment will be accepted at the Gift Shop.

Photo by: Jeff Staton

MAKE AND TAKE WORKSHOP: MINIATURE GARDEN

PALOS VERDES SYMPHONIC BAND: POPS N PICNIC

Sunday, July 16 Picnic: 5:30pm; Concert: 6 – 8pm Cost: $10 at the door, children 12 and under free Join the Band for an evening of toe-tapping favorites.

This 60-person ensemble is led by maestra Christine Hayes, who will share the stage with the renowned vocal jazz quartet, Ready Willing & Mabel. Bring a picnic and enjoy a night on the upper meadow.

MEMBERS GARDEN WALK: CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE

Thursday, July 20 5 – 7pm Free with Membership Limited to 125 participants Join us after hours to explore the Garden with the experts. See little known and seldom seen nooks and crannies and learn about the history and future of the Garden. A refreshment stop will be included halfway through the walk. Registration required.

What's in Bloom Agapanthus, Brachychiton, Crape Myrtle, Cassia Tree, Dahlia, Fuchsia, Jasmine, Lavender, Magnolia, Palo Verde Tree, Prickly Pear Cactus, Rose, Salvia, Sausage Tree

Friday, July 28 5 – 10pm Free with Garden admission Enjoy the sights and sounds of Polynesia at this Family Movie Night with Disney’s Moana. Before the sun sets enjoy activities in the Garden designed to wear out the kids, with live dance performances, a Moana-themed scavenger hunt and other fun family activities. Afterwards, set out your blanket, chairs and a picnic and settle down for the film. A food truck will be available for purchases. Members can RSVP for free at southcoastbotanicgarden.org/MOANA and non-members may purchase their admission tickets at the door.

PINE NEEDLE BASKET WEAVING WORKSHOP

Saturdays, July 29 and August 5 1 - 4:30pm Cost: $55 members / $70 non-members Join us for this two-part class in making a pine needle basket from materials gathered on a woodland walk.

For those students who have previously taken the class, they will have an opportunity to learn different ways to start a basket using embellishments and stitching. Class is limited to 15 students.

Registration required.

MORNING BLISS YOGA

Wednesdays, July 5, 12, 19, 26, August 2, 9, 16, 23 9:30 – 10:30am See page 7.

TAI CHI IN THE GARDEN

Saturdays, July 1, 8, 22, 29, August 5, 19, 26 8 – 9am See page 7.

YOGA IN THE GARDEN

Saturdays, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, August 5, 12, 19, 26 9:30 – 10:30am See page 7.

Photo by: Jeff Staton

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: DISNEY’S MOANA

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Photo by: Jeff Staton

MEMBERS APPRECIATION DAY AND ANNUAL MEETING

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Saturday, August 5 9am – 5pm Free with membership Join us for a day of celebrating you, our loyal members! We will begin with complimentary coffee and donuts and our traditional Annual Meeting at 10am, and then a day full of activities will follow. Meet some birds of prey, plant some seeds and participate in yarn bombing the Palm Circle while our members-only drum circle flows on the Upper Meadow. See page 4 for further information.

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KIDS CLUB: RECYCLING ADVENTURE

Saturday, August 5 1 – 4pm Free with Garden admission Stop by for some family adventure in this month’s Kids Club program, devoted to recycling! Visit our four mission stations and climb inside our Milk Jug Igloo and cool off from the summer heat, learn to sort recyclables at home, make your own upcycled creation and learn how nature recycles in our compost bin!

TROJANFEST

Sunday, August 6 12:30 – 4pm TrojanFest brings together more than 450 USC alumni and friends in the South Bay through the Young Alumni Council, Trojan Clubs, the Second Decade Society, Marshall Partners and the Trojan League of South Bay. Highlights include a beer garden, a kid zone and appearances by Traveler, the Trojan Marching Band, Song Girls and Dance Force. For ticket pricing and more information, email trojanfestchair1@gmail.com

What's in Bloom Agapanthus, Brachychiton, Crape Myrtle, Crinum Lily, Cassia Tree, Dahlia, Fuchsia, Magnolia, Palo Verde Tree, Rose, Salvia, Sunflower, Toyon

Sunday, August 13 12 – 1:30pm Cost: $10 Members / $15 non-members Join us at this hands-on workshop on the Cornish Courtyard and learn to make your own drift wood decoration. Payment will be accepted at the Gift Shop.

AMERICAN BEGONIA SOCIETY – PALOS VERDES CHAPTER SHOW AND SALE

Saturday, August 26 9am – 5pm Free with Garden admission Begonias are among the favorite foliage plants of gardeners and horticulturalists. They are found in rainforests and prefer a semi-shady location.

Begonias do very well in Southern California. They are especially attractive in pots but also thrive planted in the garden.

AUDUBON BIRD WALK Sunday, August 13 8 – 11am See page 6.

MORNING BLISS YOGA Wednesdays, August 2, 9, 16, 23 9:30 – 10:30am See page 7.

TAI CHI IN THE GARDEN Saturdays, August 5, 19, 26 8 – 9am See page 7.

Photo by: Tom Zimmerman

MAKE AND TAKE WORKSHOP: DECORATIVE DRIFT WOOD PLANTING

YOGA IN THE GARDEN Saturdays, August 5, 12, 19, 26 9:30 – 10:30am See page 7.

Save the Date

PALOS VERDES SYMPHONIC BAND: LABOR DAY CONCERT

Monday, September 4 Picnic: 4:30pm Concert: 5 – 7pm Cost: $10 per person at the door, children 12 and under are free.

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25 Years Ago Elaine Cornish Planted Seeds for the Future

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Banyan Legacy Society

“When Elaine passed away she left her 5.5-acre property, which included her home in Rancho Palos Verdes, to the place she loved, the South Coast Botanic Garden.” Those are the words of family friend, Susanne Luard Lenz, remembering Elaine Cornish, who named the Garden as a beneficiary in her will when she passed away in 1992.

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“Elaine so loved plants, greenery and how the Garden always gave back to others. She volunteered at the Craft Workshop and actively took classes. She wanted to perpetuate her love into something tangible for all to appreciate and enjoy.”

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Elaine Cornish (standing) with friend Gerry Luard 1965 at her home in Rancho Palos Verdes

Fully inspired by Susanne’s call, we decided it was time to begin acknowledging our generous planned giving donors during their lifetimes. As such, we are pleased to announce the formation of the Banyan Legacy Society – a recognition program for individuals who have included the Garden in their estate plans.

Society members will be recognized on a new donor wall, receive a stylish pin to showcase their commitment and be invited to participate in permanent naming opportunities in our new Garden projects, like the Rose Garden.

“Often individuals don’t realize that they have the means to make a significant gift to their Elaine Cornish (left) with friend Dorothy Barnes (right) 1982 favorite charity, but once they consider the at her home in Rancho Palos Verdes value of their estate, things open up a bit,” said Susanne recently reached out to us asking if we Brown. “Suddenly a six or seven figure gift to were interested in photos of Elaine that she had name a portion of the Rose Garden is easily come across while cleaning her basement. We attainable.” were thrilled to speak with someone who knew Ms. Cornish, the namesake of the Elaine Cornish And, we’ve discovered that we already have Courtyard, and to see photos of her dressed several inaugural members who have quietly chicly while entertaining in her Mid-Century included the Garden in their plans — including Dick Kohlschreiber and Susann Norton along Modern home. with her late husband John Norton.

“Planned Gifts are about caring for the generations that come after you, but they are also a Whether listing the Garden as a beneficiary in way to make sure you are remembered,” said your will or insurance policy, or working with Danielle Lacharite Brown, Chief Development your financial advisor to set up an annuity, we Officer at the Garden. “When Susanne told me hope you will consider joining the Society. If her story, suddenly Elaine’s memory came to you’d like to learn more, or if you’ve already life. I didn't know Elaine, and yet I was truly included the Garden in your plans, please touched to learn of the legacy that she left contact Audra Platz at (310) 544-1948 or audra@scbgf.org. behind here.”

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Introducing the NEW

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Nature can inspire endless creativity in children. A shrub can represent a hiding place for a village of secret creatures; a hole in the ground an access point to a hidden lair; and the rustle of leaves a beckoning song for a troupe of woodland creatures. If you can coax the electronic devices from their tiny hands, real-life adventures await.

And, in order to invite a larger number of children and families to participate, we’ve designed the new program in a drop-in style, allowing busy parents to plan what is right for their schedule – whether participating in a bite-sized trip with participation in just one station, or taking the afternoon to fulfill all four missions.

This month we are re-launching the Kids Club program with a new philosophy that harnesses the creative energy of the Garden to encourage blossoming minds and family connections to grow.

Each mission will provide a lens for interpretation of the Garden, not through fancy materials, but through creative inspiration. Close your eyes and listen to the sounds of nature and draw a picture of what you heard. Make a “painting” with natural materials and let it blow away in the breeze. Use your imagination and go searching under rocks for evidence of magical creatures.

Led by your little Indiana Jones, grab a Kids Club map and chart your adventure to find four secret mission stations each month. Participants will be invited to work together as a family and take a closer look at the plants and animals living within our gates.

Check our calendar listings and stop by monthly to meet the new kid in town! As a member, your participation in Kids Club is FREE! Non-members are welcome too, with the purchase of Garden admission. Reservations are not required.

SUPERINTENDENT MESSAGE

by Tanya Finney

Excitement is in the air! As we enter the The Creek Overlook Project can be found shady landing with a summer months we are abuzz with activ- at the north end of the canyon along welcoming bench. ity and progress, with renovations to the the Tram Loop Road and adjacent to the Rose Garden underway and an exciting Sakura Meadow. If you are on a counter- At the overlook patio, new vista project nearing completion. clockwise journey around the Tram Loop a new sign kiosk will These are the first two projects from the Road, this spot provides an opportunity include a wayfinding Garden’s Vision Plan to make their way to rest before putting in the heavy uphill map of the Garden from paper to reality. steps needed to climb past the Banyan and an interpretive Grove to our guest entrance. Scheduled sign with informaThis month I am pleased to provide to open this summer, the project incor- tion and a timeline of the Garden’s unique insight on the Creek Overlook project, porates recycled concrete pavers into history. We hope you will enjoy taking a which is one of four vista points outlined a patio overlooking the creek. An ADA break, enjoying the view and exploring in our long-range Vision Plan. The plan accessible pathway winds from the patio the Garden’s history when this feature calls for us to designate locations for through a new water wise landscape to a opens this summer. prime viewing and appreciation of our 87-acre property. With careful clearing of branches, select modifications to the landscape and thoughtful accommodation for rest, there is suddenly even more Garden to appreciate.

A plan for sight views from the new overlook.

A new pathway leads to our dry creek.

Next Stop, Adventure

Announcing Expanded Summer Tram Service

The Garden is filled with fitness-lovers, whether the yoga students on the meadow, the Tai Chi participants on the Koi Pond Patio, or the throngs of walkers rounding the loop daily. But, if you find that logging your daily 10,000 steps during the hot summer months is too daunting, we’ve got great news for you.

We are thrilled to announce expanded tram service beginning this summer, with new on and off privileges at five different stops around our Tram Loop Road. Now you can take an excursion out to Phoebe’s Meadow or adventure into the deep woods without fear of a treacherous return trip.

Pick up a tram wrist band the next time you check-in at Guest Services and take a ride. Tram service will be offered at $5 per person and will run from 10am to 4pm on Saturdays and from 1pm to 4pm on Sundays. Our new Deluxe level of membership offers unlimited tram rides – so this is a great opportunity to consider a membership upgrade and take a free ride!

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GARDEN HOURS

9:00am to 5:00pm (last ticket sales at 4:30pm) The Garden is open to the public 364 days a year, closed on Christmas Day

GIFT SHOP HOURS

10:00am to 5:00pm Subject to change seasonally

PHOTO SUBMISSIONS

We are currently accepting photos for the Fall 2017 edition of the newsletter. Submissions are due by July 1. All photos should be sent to marketing@southcoastbotanicgarden.org.

By submitting your photos, you agree to give SCBGF permission to use the photos in publications and other marketing materials.

Farm to Table Dinner September 15

Take a seat at our long table in the Garden to enjoy this exclusive Garden Circle Member event. This inaugural evening is free with Garden Circle Membership, which begins at $1,000 annually.

Join today!

To join call 310-544-1948 or email membership@southcoastbotanicgarden.org