Klipsch Amphitheater: Discover the Gardens

Gardening 101 Workshop

March 12, 2010
Topic: Daffodils and a Garden Walk - Magnolia Room and Garden - 9:30 a.m. to 12 Noon.
Topic: Lovely Lavender - Millsap Bride’s Hall - 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

The Gardens’ Resident Landscape Architect Bob Byers will discuss in the morning session the many varieties of daffodils that prosper in the Central and Southwestern part of Arkansas and share images of the vibrant, early spring blooms. After the discussion, Byers will escort participants to Daffodil Hill and other locations to view this year’s daffodil displays. The day-long 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 $8.75 for adults, $7.75 for seniors. The session 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 $8.75 for adults, $7.75 for seniors.

Garland County Master Gardener and herb guru, Carol Scholp, will discuss the many uses of lavender and demonstrate cooking with lavender, as well as using luscious lavender plants in homemade spa products. The cost of the lavender session is $15 per person that will cover price of materials and purchase of a lavender plant that each participant will take home. Advance reservations and pre-payment are required for the lavender workshop that is limited to 15 people. Reservations are recommended for the daffodil workshop. Call the Gardens at 501-262-9300 / 800-366-4664 to reserve space.
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Gardening 101 & 102 Workshop

March 16, 2010
Magnolia Room

Topic: Plant Propagation (201) -- 9:30 a.m. to 12 Noon
Topic: New Annuals (201) -- 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Topic: Gardening for your Health (101) -- 2: 00 to 3:00 p.m.

The Gardens’ senior horticulturist, Paul Wallace, will discuss during the morning session when and how to propagate plants -- a project that you can undertake in your own home garden. In the first hour of the afternoon session, Sabrina Childs, a Ball Seed Company representative, will discuss the newest annual plants you will be able to purchase this spring at local nurseries. The second afternoon session will feature Dr. Ryan Johnston, Hot springs’ newest chiropractor and natural health specialist. He will demonstrate how the body’s biomechanics break down and what can be done to increase your longevity when working in the garden. All sessions are free to GWG members and regular Garden admission applies to non-members. Reservations for the sessions are highly recommended. Call 501-262-9300 / 800-366-4664 to reserve space.
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Tulip Extravaganza

March 24 - April 4, 2010
Approximately 100,000 vibrantly hued tulips will grace the Flowering Border and Camelia Trail. This lavish floral display is one of the most anticipated events of the year. Call for estimated peak bloom date(s) and don't forget the camera!
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Vegetable Gardening Workshop

March 25, 2010
Magnolia Room; 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Learn tips for planting and maintaining a garden during this day-long workshop featuring U of A Cooperative Extension Service Horticulturist Janet Carson. Carson will provide the basics for vegetable gardening, while guest presenters Bob Byers, Betsy Spetich, Bob Warner, and Briana Moore lecture on an array of topics such as composting, worm farming, landscaping with herbs, and organic vegetable gardening. Registration is limited and pre-payment will be required. Cost is $45 for GWG members and $55 for non-members. Lunch is included. Call the Gardens at 501-262-9300/800-366-4664.

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Garvan Woodland Gardens
550 Arkridge Road - P.O. Box 22240
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71913
800-366-4664 or 501-262-9300
gardeninfo@garvangardens.org

Discover the Gardens > Paul W. Klipsch Amphitheater | Message from the Garden Director Gardening From the Gardens

Paul W. Klipsch Amphitheater

Klipsch Amphitheater

Located in a quiet, woodland setting just north of the Garden's Welcome Center is a masterfully sculpted amphitheater with fixed flagstone seating for approximately 500 people, plus additional lawn chair or blanket seating available on the perimeter of the theater.

After receiving a generous donation from Valerie Klipsch, widow of internationally acclaimed sound engineer Paul Klipsch, the Gardens honored Ms. Klipsch by naming the outdoor stage the "Paul and Valerie Klipsch Amphitheater. To further recognize the Klipsch family for their contribution, a pair of industrial Klipsch La Scala speakers and portable stage lighting have been installed. The La Scala is a renowned speaker belonging to the original group of Heritage Line speakers designed by Paul Klipsch and named in honor of the La Scala Opera House in Milan, Italy. Manufactured in Hope, AR, the Klipschorn, the original and most famous speaker, is the longest continuous production run loudspeaker in the world at over 55 years. Paul Klipsch, the famed "Legend in Sound" designed and patented what many experts have said are the "finest quality loudspeakers" ever produced.

Beginning in the spring of 2005, the Gardens will offer the "Paul & Valerie Klipsch Amphitheater Series" that will include a variety of concerts, theatrical presentations, and children's plays for the cultural enjoyment of visitors and members of Garvan Woodland Gardens.