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Tuesday Tea: "Derby Tea" - SOLD OUT |
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| May 13, 2008 | |
| Horse racing fans will enjoy the festivities of this tea celebrating the Kentucky Derby and Preakness Day. Enjoy specialty teas, gourmet scones, finger sandwiches, and an array of scrumptious desserts in the Magnolia Room or on the Garden veranda (weather permitting). Tea time is 3:00 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month. Price for GWG Members is $15 and Non-Members $18 (plus applicable tax). Seating is very limited so make your reservations early by purchasing tickets online or by calling 501-262-9300/800-366-4664. | |
Books and Butterflies - Meet the Author |
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| May 17, 2008 | |
| Butterfly lovers won't want to miss this opportunity to meet and greet Lori A. Spencer, author of the book Arkansas Butterflies and Moths. The professional entomologist, lepidopterist, and interpreter will be in the Pratt Welcome Center from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. to share her love of butterflies and to sign copies of her 300 page guide book. A powerpoint presentation is planned for 10:00 a.m. A limited supply of her books will be on hand for purchase. | |
Iris and Mushrooms |
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| May 22, 2008 | |
| Exploring the intricate makings of a beautiful garden is the aim of a series of free workshops being held in the Gardens' Magnolia Room through November.
Iris, morning session: 9-11 a.m. Presenter: Karen Johnson Mushrooms, afternoon session: 1-3:30 p.m. Presenter: Jay Justice The workshop is free of charge to GWG members or those previously registered as volunteers at the Gardens. The public will be subject to Garden Admission fees, which are $8.00 for adults, $7.00 for seniors. Space is limited. Register today by calling the Gardens’ administration office at (501) 262-9300 or (800) 366-4664. Don't forget to bring a sack lunch! |
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Coleus and Hydrangeas |
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| June 3, 2008 | |
| Exploring the intricate makings of a beautiful garden is the aim of a series of free workshops being held in the Gardens' Magnolia Room through November.
Coleus, morning session: 9-11 a.m. Presenter: Larry Averill Hydrangeas, afternoon session: 1-3:30 p.m. Presenter: Bob Byers The workshop is free of charge to GWG members or those previously registered as volunteers at the Gardens. The public will be subject to Garden Admission fees, which are $8.00 for adults, $7.00 for seniors. Space is limited. Register today by calling the Gardens’ administration office at (501) 262-9300 or (800) 366-4664. Don't forget to bring a sack lunch! |
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The Art of Recycling for the Garden |
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| June 7, 2008 | |
| Kandy Jones, alias the Garage Sale Queen, will be in the Magnolia Room from 10:00 a.m. to noon sharing her "Art of Recycling for the Garden." The well-known Little Rock artist is recognized for creating unique art and for helping others get in touch with their creativity. Her mosaic art is featured exclusively at the Clinton Museum Store; and she has appeared numerous times on KATV Channel 7's Daybreak sharing her unique art and garage sale tips. Jones will give a powerpoint presentation and a demonstration to inspire the artist in you. | |
Jazz Brunch |
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| June 8, 2008 | |
| Looking for a way to jazz up a Sunday afternoon? Join us at the Gardens for brunch! We'll be gathering at the Garvan Pavilion at 11:00 a.m. for a delicious meal served to the toe-tapping tunes of the Jazz Cats. Special Touch Catering has a mouth-watering meal planned: crescent roll breakfast casserole, mini quiche, sausage roll up, pecan glazed baby carrots, crab dip with crostinis, fresh fruit with poppy seed dressing, assorted Danish, and orange juice. We'll also serve Bloody Marys and mojitos - cool summer cocktails. Cost is $20 for GWG members and $25 for non-members (plus applicable tax). Make your ticket reservations online or call the Gardens at 501-262-9300/800-366-4664. | |
Tuesday Tea: "Victorian Tea" - SOLD OUT |
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| June 10, 2008 | |
| Don your white gloves and lace finery and join us for a Victorian tea party complete with English tea servers. Enjoy specialty teas, gourmet scones, finger sandwiches, and an array of scrumptious desserts in the Magnolia Room or on the Garden veranda (weather permitting). Tea time is 3:00 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month. Price for GWG Members is $15 and Non-Members $18(plus applicable tax). Seating is very limited so make your reservations early by purchasing tickets online or by calling 501-262-9300/800-366-4664. | |
Botanical Latin and Plant Identification |
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| June 17, 2008 | |
| Exploring the intricate makings of a beautiful garden is the aim of a series of free workshops being held in the Gardens' Magnolia Room through November.
Botanical Latin, morning session: 9-11 a.m. Presenter: Bob Byers Plant Identification, afternoon session: 1-3:30 p.m. Presenters: Bob Byers and Paula Wallace The workshop is free of charge to GWG members or those previously registered as volunteers at the Gardens. The public will be subject to Garden Admission fees, which are $8.00 for adults, $7.00 for seniors. Space is limited. Register today by calling the Gardens’ administration office at (501) 262-9300 or (800) 366-4664. Don't forget to bring a sack lunch! |
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Tuesday Tea: "All-American Tea" |
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| July 8, 2008 | |
| Celebrate Independence Day (a little late) at this star-spangled tea party! We'll serve specialty teas, gourmet scones, finger sandwiches, and an array of scrumptious desserts in the Magnolia Room or on the Garden veranda (weather permitting). Tea time is 3:00 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month. Price for GWG Members is $15 and Non-Members $18 (plus applicable tax). Seating is very limited so make your reservations early by purchasing tickets online or by calling 501-262-9300/800-366-4664. | |
Shrubs and Ornamental Grass |
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| July 10, 2008 | |
| Exploring the intricate makings of a beautiful garden is the aim of a series of free workshops being held in the Gardens' Magnolia Room through November.
Shrubs, morning session: 9-11 a.m. Presenter: Jimmy Robbins Ornamental Grass, afternoon session: 1-3:30 p.m. Presenter: Gene Lichliter The workshop is free of charge to GWG members or those previously registered as volunteers at the Gardens. The public will be subject to Garden Admission fees, which are $8.00 for adults, $7.00 for seniors. Space is limited. Register today by calling the Gardens’ administration office at (501) 262-9300 or (800) 366-4664. Don't forget to bring a sack lunch! |
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Garden Mosaics |
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| July 19 - 20, 2008 | |
| 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Saturday)
1 to 4 p.m. (Sunday) Kandy Jones, the Garage Sale Queen, will teach a class on creating garden mosaics. Class cost is $100 and includes all materials/grout and glue for mosaics; assorted babbles; incidental supplies; and tools. For mosaics, choices include (but not limited to) hypertufa birdbath, planter or stepping stone, cross, flower bucket, mirror or vase. Participants may bring babbles or sentimental dishes to incorporate into their piece. The Queen finds lots of fun items in her search for treasures, so please visit with her at least 2 weeks prior to class to discuss what you would like to create. Class size is limited. Pre-registration is required. Pre-register by calling Jones at 501-375-0068 or emailing gsq@sbcglobal.net. |
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Summer Interest and Herbs |
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| July 24, 2008 | |
| Exploring the intricate makings of a beautiful garden is the aim of a series of free workshops being held in the Gardens' Magnolia Room through November.
Summer Interest, morning session: 9-11 a.m. Presenter: Bob Byers Herbs, afternoon session: 1-3:30 p.m. Presenter: To be announced The workshop is free of charge to GWG members or those previously registered as volunteers at the Gardens. The public will be subject to Garden Admission fees, which are $8.00 for adults, $7.00 for seniors. Space is limited. Register today by calling the Gardens’ administration office at (501) 262-9300 or (800) 366-4664. Don't forget to bring a sack lunch! |
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Tuesday Tea: "Princess Tea" |
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| August 12, 2008 | |
| Children are the honored guests at this special tea, so mothers and grandmothers plan to bring your little prince or princess! We'll enjoy specialty teas, gourmet scones, finger sandwiches, and an array of scrumptious desserts in the Magnolia Room or on the Garden veranda (weather permitting). Tea time is 3:00 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month. Price for GWG Members is $15, Non-Members $18, and children $7 (plus applicable tax). Seating is very limited so make your reservations early by purchasing tickets online or by calling 501-262-9300/800-366-4664. | |
Tuesday Tea - "Razorback Tea" |
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| September 9, 2008 | |
| Get in the Razorback spirit during this hog-wild tea party! We'll celebrate Arkansas' team with specialty teas, gourmet scones, finger sandwiches, and an array of scrumptious desserts in the Magnolia Room or on the Garden veranda (weather permitting). Tea time is 3:00 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month. Cost is $15 for GWG members and $18 for non-members plus applicable tax. Seating is very limited so make your reservations early by purchasing tickets online or by calling 501-262-9300/800-366-4664. Go Hogs! | |