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Artist Wine and Cheese Reception

September 4, 2010
The Artistic Divas will host a wine and cheese reception for the public on Saturday, September 4th from 2 pm – 4 pm. This event will be held in the Magnolia Room and no entrance fee is required to attend.

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Hummingbird Tea

September 14, 2010
Sip specialty teas, nibble on an array of finger sandwiches, and sample delicious desserts during this tea flavored with hummingbird tidbits. Tea time is 3:00 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month in the Magnolia Room. Cost is $17.50 for GWG members and $20.50 for non-members (includes applicable tax). Seating is limited so make your reservations early by calling 501-262-9300/800-366-4664.
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Gardening 101 Workshop

September 21, 2010
Magnolia Room and Garden

Topic: “Early Fall Interest & Garden Walk” – 1:00-3:00 p.m.

Join Garden Director Bob Byers for a presentation that includes many of the Gardens’ plantings that take center stage in September and October. Following the classroom session, Byers will lead participants on a walking tour and point out many of the species discussed during the seminar. Gardening 101 sessions are free to Garden members and previously registered volunteers; regular Garden admission applies to non-members. Advance reservations are recommended. Call the Gardens at 501-262-9300 / 800-366-4664.

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“Prostate Health: Know the Risk Factors” - Part of the St. Joseph's Mercy Health Center Series

September 23, 2010
Magnolia Room - 5:30 p.m.

Physicians from St. Joseph’s Mercy Clinic will be on hand for an important presentation on a health issue that impacts millions of males around the world – the prostate. This event is free and open to the public.

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550 Arkridge Road - P.O. Box 22240
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71913
800-366-4664 or 501-262-9300
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Holiday Lights at Garvan Woodland Gardens

January

  • Visitor Services (greeting, interpreting Gardens' map, golf cart tours) and Membership Recruitment
  • Removing and storing the Holiday Lights in preparation for next year
  • Planting Tulips and other spring bulbs

February

  • Visitor Services and Membership Recruitment
  • Begin Docent and Tour Guide Workshop Series with Bob Byers. (All Gardens' volunteers are welcome to attend.)
  • Docent and Tour Guide Workshop Series continues

March

  • Visitor Services and Membership Recruitment - lots of volunteers needed (The Gardens' busiest season begins with Daffodil Days in mid to late March.)
  • Planting and other tasks with the Horticulture Crew
  • Docent and Tour Guide Workshop Series continues

April

  • Visitor Services and Membership Recruitment - lots of volunteers needed (April is the peak of the Gardens' busy season.)
  • Planting and other tasks with the Horticulture Crew
  • Docent and Tour Guide Workshop Series continues

May

  • Visitor Services and Membership Recruitment - lots of volunteers needed (The spring busy season begins to wind down.)
  • Fourth Friday dinner and music series begins and continues through September - Volunteers help set-up and serve. (Other Evening Events as scheduled.)
  • Planting and other tasks with the Horticulture Crew
  • Docent and Tour Guide Workshop Series continues

June

  • Visitor Services and Membership Recruitment
  • Fourth Friday and other evening events
  • Docent and Tour Guide Workshop Series continues
  • Weed and Water

July

  • Visitor Services and Membership Recruitment
  • Fourth Friday and other Evening Events
  • Weed and Water

August

  • Visitor Services and Membership Recruitment
  • Fourth Friday and other Evening Events
  • Holiday Lights planning and preparation begins
  • Weed and Water

September

  • Visitor Services and Membership Recruitment
  • Fourth Friday and other Evening Events
  • Fall planting and other tasks with the Horticulture Crew
  • Holiday Lights preparation

October

  • Visitor Services and Membership Recruitment
  • Annual Plant Show & Sale - lots of volunteers needed for the weekend
  • Docent and Tour Guide Workshop Series continues
  • Holiday Lights preparation

November

  • Visitor Services and Membership Recruitment
  • Docent and Tour Guide Workshop Series - final session
  • Final set-up for Holiday Lights
  • Evening Holiday Lights Display begins - last week

December

  • Visitor Services and Membership Recruitment - Gardens open Noon - 9:00
  • Evening Holiday Lights Display - volunteers needed 6:00 to 9:00 to serve hot beverages and marshmallows


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