Mounts Botanical Garden Programs

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DOCENT TRAINING DATES: Pre-registration is required; seating is limited. Contact Mallory Cotter, mallory@mounts.org Wednesday, October 3

Orientation – 3:45 – 4:45 pm

Thursday, October 18 Interpretation & Special Tours – 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Interpretive consultant, Kris Whipple returns with a presentation on how to communicate more effectively with visitors and customers using Mounts’ natural ephemera and living exhibits.

Saturday, March 9, 2019

Spring Docent Training

OCTOBER

PALM & CYCAD PLANT SALE Saturday, October 6, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Location: Event field (enter through Gate 2) Cost: $5 (non-members); FREE for Mounts members Produced by the Palm Beach Palm & Cycad Society

500 different palms and cycads in all shapes and sizes are available for purchase at this unique annual sale. You can also buy a limited supply of top-rated fertilizer and palm and cycad reference books. For more information, please call Tom Ramiccio, President of the Palm Beach Palm & Cycad Society at 561-386-7812.

NEW! ORCHID CULTURE CLASS Saturday, October 20, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: Mounts Botanical Auditorium Cost: $45 (members); $50 (non-members) Brought to you by Sandi Jones, Broward Orchid Supply

Join Sandi Jones, owner of Broward Orchid Supply and orchid hobbyist with over 400 orchids of her own, for this introduction to the essentials for growing healthy orchids. Like all living things, orchids need food, water and light to thrive. This class will explain what orchids need to survive, including temperature, mounting, potting and types of media that are best to use. Supplies will be available for sale at the class.

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! THE ESSENCE OF SCENT: FRAGRANT FLOWERS Thursday, October 25, Noon – 2:00 pm Location: Jo Malone London, Saks Fifth Avenue, Palm Beach Gardens Mall Cost: FREE EVENT Brought to you by Anne Daniels & Shari Cavalieri, Jo Malone London

Join us for the sweetest collaboration this season. Jo Malone London and the Garden join forces once again to offer an educational and scentual experience! We invite you to this special presentation.

Many natural and man-made perfumes were created by extracting natural oils from plants. In this special presentation, we will utilize fragrant flowers from the Garden to explain the romantic language of perfume. Be prepared to go on a scentual journey exploring the mesmerizing notes in popular Jo Malone fragrances, such as Basil & Neroli, English Pear & Freesia, Mimosa & Cardamom, and many more!

To RSVP, please call 561-233-1757 or Jo Malone London 561-694-9009, ext. 262. Limited seating.

NOVEMBER SPECIAL EVENT PLANT-A-PALOOZA! ANNUAL FALL PLANT SALE Saturday, November 3, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Sunday, November 4, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Location: Throughout the Garden Cost: $10 (non-members); FREE for Mounts members Plant lovers looking for rare, exotic, hard to find plants, trees, and herbs will enjoy over 80 vendors throughout the Garden and in the Exhibit Halls. Shop for the perfect holiday gift for the gardener and plant lover in your life! Don’t forget hundreds of garden themed items and accessories are available in the Mounts Gift Shop, the Nursery and the Vintage Shop.

Members enjoy early entrance and continental breakfast from 8:00–9:00 am on Saturday only.

Member hospitality will be open in the Chickee Hut during all hours of the plant sale.

MEMBERS ONLY ON THE ROAD TOUR: RAISIN’ CANE! A FREE opportunity for Mounts Members Thursday, November 8, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Limited to the first 50 people to R.S.V.P. to 561-233-1796 by November 2, 2018 Travel to Clewiston for an exclusive, custom tour which includes: • Bus pick-up and return (meet at Mounts Botanical Garden) • A behind the scenes look at sugarcane harvesting and processing with a view of “Sugar Mountain.”

• A tour of Southern Gardens Citrus, where you will learn about other area crops and vegetables that are harvested there.

• A history of Clewiston and U.S. Sugar with a great view of Lake Okeechobee, known for its bass fishing.

• A complimentary, home cooked, Southern lunch!

STORIES IN THE GARDEN: AN OUTDOOR ECO-LITERACY EXPERIENCE Friday, November 9, 10:00 – 11:30 am Location: The Pavilion Cost: FREE Hosted by the Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County This wonderful, growing program is a collaboration between The Literacy Coalition and Mounts Botanical Garden. Young children and their families are engaged in early literacy and the great outdoors! Celebrate with us by bringing your young ones (ages 2 – 6) to these FREE nature themed programs. They’ll love the interactive stories, songs and tours of various gardens. Programs are held, rain or shine, in our sheltered Pavilion. Reservations are required as availability is limited. Please call Mounts Botanical Garden at 561-233-1757 to register.

SPECIAL EVENT GARDEN OF LIGHTS: A WINTER HOLIDAY EVENT Saturday, November 24 – Sunday, December 30, 5:30 – 8:30 pm nightly Location: Throughout the Garden Cost: $10 per person; $5 for ages 5–12 Mounts will be all a-twinkle in the evenings during the holiday season with thousands of holiday lights hanging from the trees, illuminating the walkways and landmark structures, with colorful LED trees and glowing light-balls, all along an easy-to-follow route throughout 15 different garden areas.

It’s the perfect way to light-up and celebrate the holidays!

NEW! THE ART OF GIFT GIVING: FUROSHIKI Friday, November 30, 2018 – 6:00 – 7:30 pm Location: Exhibit Hall Cost: $25 (members); $35 (non-members) Material fee: $10 (payable to the instructor) Presented by Reiko Nishioka, Museum Consultant The art of gift wrapping takes on new meaning with this cultural and visually aesthetic class.

Furoshiki is a type of Japanese wrapping fabric in which a basic square shape is utilized to beautifully wrap and transport a variety of items. Reiko Nishioka will discuss the history of Furoshiki and demonstrate different wrapping techniques. Participants will receive their own Furoshiki (which is both reusable and eco-friendly) and will learn how to wrap and carry different shaped items. Wrapping wine bottles are the most amazing! Program size is limited to the first 12 participants.

DECEMBER SPROUTING FOR THE HEALTH OF IT! Saturday, December 8, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: Mounts Auditorium Cost: $20 (members); $25 (non-members) Instructor: Sean Herbert, Got Sprouts?

Sean Herbert, Owner of “Got Sprouts?” will tell his story and explain why you should be including sprouts, the most nutritious food on the planet into your daily diet. Sean will show you simple techniques to get you sprouting at home and introduce you to the Easy Sprouter, Tray Sprouts and the Tower Garden.

In 1998 Jody Herbert was diagnosed with Lymphoma Cancer and began Chemotherapy. Half way through the therapy she realized it was not for her. She began looking for alternative healing protocols and learned the healing benefits of sprouts, juices, and the living-food lifestyle. In 2004 her husband, Sean was diagnosed with Severe Crohn’s disease requiring resection surgery. After following Jody’s advice, he began growing wheatgrass and sprouts at home and is now Crohn’s free and off all medication for the disease. The Herbert’s credit their miraculous healing to sprouts… the most nutritious food on the planet!

GARDEN OF LIGHTS Continues through Sunday, December 30 – 5:30 – 8:30 pm nightly Location: Throughout the Garden Cost: $10 per person; $5 for ages 5–12 Our winter holiday event continues all this month! Special musical performances by local schools will be held on select nights.

BALLET PERFORMANCE Friday, December 21 Cost: Included with Garden of Lights entry The Dance Arts Conservatory, a performing arts school for dance and musical theatre, will tell a magnificent story through ballet. It will be a performance without words but a magical story told through each dancer. It’s a ballet performance you won’t want to miss. Located in Wellington, the Conservatory works with students of all ages and dance levels. They teach ballet, jazz, tap, creative movement and more!

JANUARY SPECIAL EXHIBIT TWISTED: PATRICK DOUGHERTY ENTWINED AT MOUNTS BOTANICAL GARDEN January – June; daily – 10:00 am to 4:00 pm $10 (non-members); $5 (ages 5-12); FREE for Mounts members To schedule a group tour, call 561-233-1757 North Carolina-based artist Patrick Dougherty is known for his Stickwork projects that combine both his carpentry skills and love of nature. Over the years, his work evolved from single pieces on conventional pedestals to monumental scale environmental works that require saplings by the truckload. He has built more than 250 sculptures over 30 years and become internationally acclaimed. His works have been seen in Scotland, Japan, Brussels and all over the United States, including two Florida gardens (McKee Botanical in Melbourne and Pinecrest Gardens in Miami) and his recent project at Cincinnati’s Taft Museum of Art. Dougherty’s massive, all-natural sculptures are original and created on site with the help of over 100 volunteers during a three-week Community Build.

IMPORTANT DATES: January 8–18

Stickwork Community Build is Underway

January 21–27 Garden is Closed for Installation Completion January 23

Special Lecture on Seductive Gardens by Dr. Eric T. Haskell

January 26

Naming Celebration for Volunteers and Invited Guests

January 27

Members Only Preview

January 28

Garden Re-opens to the Public

MEET THE ARTIST: PUBLIC TALK & BOOK SIGNING Thursday, January 17, 6:00 – 7:00 pm Location: Exhibit Hall A & Stickwork installation site Cost:$10 (non-members); FREE for Mounts members MOUNTS 2019 PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST Entries Accepted: January 17 – February 20 Judges: Alan Chin Lee, Nature Photographer and Robert Hopper, Landscape Architect Attention avid photographers! Enter the finest photographs that you’ve taken at Mounts Botanical Garden in our 12th Annual Photography Contest.

Entry categories include plant life, animal life, people in the Garden, scenic/landscapes, nature close-ups and of course our incredible Stickwork exhibit, TWISTED. Official rules and entry form is available at Mounts.org, or stop by the Mounts office or the Garden Shop during normal business hours. Come to Mounts on March 1 for the judges’ positive critique of the contest entries and the announcement of the winners. There is a maximum of three photographs per individual.

SPECIAL LECTURE SITES OF SEDUCTION: FRENCH GARDENS OF THE 18TH CENTURY Wednesday, January 23, 5:30 – 7:00 pm Location: Stickwork Installation Site & Exhibit Hall A Cost: $10 (non-members); FREE for Mounts members Presented by Dr. Eric T. Haskell, Professor Emeritus of French Studies & Humanities, Scripps College, California Join us for an exciting lecture with Dr. Eric T. Haskell. His talk will compliment and delve deeply into green architecture like our Stickwork exhibit, TWISTED. You’ll learn about French “fabriques,” where gardens are created to seduce the eye and transport the visitor into what Haskell calls a “paradisiac fantasy land in which these prefiguration’s of Disneyland pose as veritable dreamatoriums.” Dr. Haskell’s achievements and professional contributions have awarded him with the Palmes Academiques medal and prestigious membership as a Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters.

FEBRUARY ROSE TRILOGY: GROWING GREAT ROSES IN SOUTH FLORIDA Location: Mounts Auditorium Cost: $45 (members); $50 (non-members) Produced by the Greater Palm Beach Rose Society

Presented by Mike Becker, Master Rosarian, Bill Langford, Consulting Rosarian, and Geoff Coolidge, Consulting Rosarian – all certified by the American Rose Society RIGHT ROSE, RIGHT PLACE: THE BASICS OF ROSES Saturday, February 2, 10:00 – 11:30 am This program will present the best of the different types of roses based on size to accommodate any garden. You will learn the basics of growing great roses in our South Florida area: how much sun, location, planting and watering; presented with lots of pictures of roses throughout. Handouts will be provided to each attendee listing the best roses by type, size, fragrance and disease resistance.

Handouts will also include local and mail order sources.

GROWING ROSES FOR THE GREATEST SUCCESS Saturday February 9, 10:00 – 11:30 am By adding on to the previous class here we will delve into greater detail and specifics to growing the best roses, regardless of the level of experience in easily understood terms. Learn how to properly plant roses, the best soils and amendments, watering and fertilizing for the optimum success in your garden. Handouts will provide a list of soil amendments and fertilizers with both organic and synthetic options.

ROSE PESTS: HOW TO IDENTIFY, PREVENT AND SOLVE ROSE PROBLEMS Saturday February 16, 10:00 – 11:30 am Our final class completes the Trilogy of Growing Great Roses in South Florida. When rose pests arise you will learn how to identify the different types of diseases and insect common to roses grown in South Florida and the best methods to solve those problems. Handouts will be provided that show pictures of common pests. These will also include options for organic and chemical solutions for each of those pests SPECIAL EVENT DOGS’ DAY IN THE GARDEN Sunday, February 24, 2019, 10:00 am – 3:30 pm Location: Throughout the Garden Cost: $10 (non-members); $5 (ages 5-12); FREE for Mounts members Bring the entire family, dogs included, to visit the Garden!

Take a walk on the winding paths, meet other pooch pals, and heel for photo opportunities. All dogs MUST be on a nonretractable leash (STRICTLY ENFORECED). Visit www.mounts.org for complete rules.

SPECIAL FAMILY PROGRAM FAMILY FUN MINI MAKER FAIRE Saturday, February 23, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: The Great Lawn Cost: $10 (non-members); $5 (ages 5-12); FREE for Mounts members.

Ever reminisce about the days when you built forts as a kid, gathered found objects and natural ephemera, or tinkered with electronics? Us, too! So often, children miss out on opportunities to activate their creativity, imagination, and resourcefulness…but not at Mounts Botanical Garden!

Thanks to our incredible community build TWISTED and the Stickwork exhibit, we are inspired to put the extra willow building materials to good use. Join us for this family-friendly maker-centered program that celebrates fun education and making things! Bring the whole family to the Garden.

You might just be able to build your own small-scale Stickwork fort!

MARCH MEMBERS ONLY ON THE ROAD TOUR: RAISIN’ CANE! A FREE opportunity for Mounts Members Thursday, March 7, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Limited to the first 50 people to R.S.V.P. to 561-233-1796 by March 1, 2019 Travel to Clewiston for an exclusive, custom tour! See the November 8th listing for details.

SPECIAL EVENT – ENVIRONMENTAL FILM RIVERS AND TIDES Directed by Thomas Riedelsheimer (2001) Friday, March 22, Gates Open at 5:30 pm; film starts at 6:00 pm Location: Exhibit Hall A $15 (non-members); $5 (ages 5-12); FREE for Mounts members Mounts Movie night brings the community together to view an environmental film and raise awareness of our relationship with the natural environment. It’s a great platform for conversation, education and positive change! Each viewing will be followed by a dynamic discussion with scientists and environmental advocates, enabling attendees to share thoughts, consider various viewpoints and hear the experts’ perspectives.

This documentary invites you to follow one of the greatest nature artists of all time, Andy Goldsworthy, on a fantastic journey as he builds his large scale sculptures from New York to Scotland. Celebrated for his deep connection with the Earth, Goldsworthy uses natural ephemera to sculpt his pieces, illuminating the captivating nexus between nature and art.

BRING THE FAMILY! Saturday, March 30, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Location: In the Garden Cost: Included with regular Garden admission; parent will receive one complimentary ticket with each child’s admission.

Additional adult tickets will be discounted.

Hosted in Partnership with the Junior League of the Palm Beaches Children ages 4-9 and their parents are invited to participate in this family-friendly event hosted at the Garden. Kids in the Kitchen, an annual Junior League of the Palm Beaches (JLPB) initiative, is focused on family nutrition and healthy lifestyles for children. The Junior League of the Palm Beaches is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism and improving communities through effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.

The event will feature fun nutrition and exercise activities, and opportunities for children to learn how to live a healthy lifestyle, all while having fun. Children will learn how to make simple healthy snacks and can taste healthy foods they’ve possibly never tried before. There will also be fun outdoor activities.

Mounts Botanical Garden will also be hosting a short demonstration on gardening and healthy eating. Throughout the event, Kids in the Kitchen will feature free giveaways for every child who attends. To register for the event, parents should visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kids-in-thekitchen-tickets-49598030043.

For every child who attends Kids in the Kitchen, one complimentary adult ticket to Mounts Botanical Garden’s Stickwork exhibit will be provided. Extra tickets will be discounted at $1.00 per additional adult. This has always been a popular event and is sure to be so again, so sign up early.

APRIL SUCCULENTS 101 Thursday, April 4, 10:00 – 11:30 am Location: Mounts Auditorium Cost: $25 (members); $35 (non-members) Succulent enthusiast Kimberly shares the secrets to caring for these low-maintenance plants and explains why they lend themselves so well to container arrangements. First, create a color wheel container composition and stress your plants to reveal beautiful hues. Then, make a gorgeous floral-style arrangement and add dimension and interest to your piece. Do you only have shade to give your succulents? Choose plants that thrive in low-light areas and learn how to care for their unique needs.

SPECIAL EVENT PLANT-A-PALOOZA! ANNUAL SPRING PLANT SALE Saturday, April 27, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Sunday, April 28, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Location: Throughout the Garden Cost: $10 (non-members); FREE for Mounts members Over 80 vendors with rare, exotic, hard to find plants, trees, herbs and lots of garden accessories will be located throughout the Garden and in the Exhibit Halls. Plenty of garden-themed items and accessories are also available in the Gift Shop, Nursery and the Vintage Shop. Early entrance and continental breakfast for members, 8:00–9:00 am on Saturday only; member hospitality in the Chickee Hut both days.

SPRING BENEFIT April 2019 Date and location to be announced.

HOW TO REGISTER FOR CLASSES 1. Call 561-233-1757 and pay with credit card over the phone.

2. Pay online with a credit card at mounts.org/events/ 3. Pay at the office or Garden Shop with a credit card, cash or check during regular business hours.

Note: Class minimums apply. Visit the website for cancellation and refund policy. Some information may be subject to change without notice.

IMPORTANT NUMBERS: Mounts Administrative Office: 561-233-1757 Ask a Gardener Hotline: 561-233-1750 Mounts Garden Shop: 561-233-1760

This project is sponsored in part by The Board of County Commissioners, the Tourist Development Council and the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County.