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Announcements as of December 11, 2019We know people’s schedules are busy, so walk-ins to the speaker programs are welcome. However, early registration will guarantee you a seat and will help us plan.GINGERBREAD NEWS!GINGERBREAD VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!As always, the success of the Gingerbread Wonderland depends on our wonderful volunteers. Our new volunteer signup system for 2019 is up and running now. More information and sign-up here: Gingerbread Volunteers - 2019 page. Please note that we still need volunteers for this event – Check the sign-up sheets, as some previously filled spots may have become available – Perhaps the perfect slot is waiting for you to fill! NOTE TO CRAFT SHOW EXHIBITORSWe have had a great turnout of potential exhibitors this year. Our exhibitor list is full for this year's show as is our waiting list. We look forward to possibly working with you for next year's Gingerbread Wonderland Craft Show. CLOSING NOTEThe Gingerbread Wonderland exhibit runs through Sunday, December 15 – Please note that during the week the lines are much shorter so there is only a minimal wait time to see the exhibit, plan your visit accordingly!MEMBERS ONLY NEW YEAR’S PARTYAndrea Buckingham – Landscape Architect/Horticulturist – Rock Ridge: Reinventing a Historic Estate for a Modern Day FamilySunday, January 12 – Snow Date: Sunday, January 19Times have changed since the initial inception of the gardens at the historic estate of Rock Ridge in Tuxedo Park, New York. Once featured in a 1908 American Homes and Gardens article as a stunning example of the Victorian style of gardening, the grounds endured decades of neglect. See how the grounds were transformed for a modern day family. Native and reclaimed materials were used to create new structures and garden spaces. A vast palette of plantings highlights the innate beauty of the site and creates a multi-seasonal feast for the senses. Andrea Buckingham, the landscape architect on this project, gives us an insider’s guide to this beautiful and historic estate. Following Andrea’s talk, please join us for refreshments. Make your reservation early as seats are limited! Click on the photo of Rock Ridge for more information and to register.
BOTANICAL DRAWING FOR BEGINNERS WITH KATY LYNESS Four Saturdays: January 4, 11, 18 and 25Do you ever wish you could capture the details of a plant long after you’ve seen it? This introductory class teaches you how to make realistic drawings of plants using a variety of techniques. Learn to draw a selection of plant parts, including branches, stems, leaves and flowers, for pleasure or to expand your drawing skills. Artist Katy Lyness is a passionate home gardener and teaches botanical illustration at the New York Botanical Garden. She has been represented in international exhibitions and is active in the Tri-State Botanical Artist Group. She received her MA in Art Education from Columbia University Teacher’s College. A materials list will be provided at registration. Register early, space is limited. Click on flyer for more information and to register.
BENJAMIN BLACKBURN SCHOLARSHIP LECTURERob Cardillo: The Art of Garden PhotographySaturday, February 1 – Snow Date: Sunday, February 2Since 1979, the Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum have supported horticultural education through a scholarship named for Dr. Benjamin Blackburn, a professor of Botany at Drew University. Dr. Blackburn published many articles and wrote a number of books on gardening as well as being the host of a very popular radio program. Join professional garden photographer Rob Cardillo as he illustrates the crafting of sweeping landscapes and compelling plant close-ups through engaging instructive stories. From pre-visualizing to post–processing, Rob will provide you with new tools and new ideas to help you find and translate your own vision of Eden, even if you only use an iPhone. Admission fees support the scholarship that is offered to students in the Landscape Technology Program at County College of Morris. Light refreshments follow the talk. This program is eligible for 2.0 Rutgers Master Gardener CEU’s. Click on Rob Cardillo’s photo for more information and to register.
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