Woman to Woman 2017 Event Guide

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Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association and Toronto Botanical Garden present The Monica Van Maris Green Professionals Woman of Influence Award at the Water Channel Bridge

12:15 P.M.

Opening remarks from the Spiral Mound MC Tashauna Reid CBC News: Morning Live, Reporter Lisa Austin TD Wealth Private Client Group, Senior Manager, Regional Business Management GTR Region Cynthia Webb Woman to Woman Committee, Chair 12:30 P.M.

Mini Garden Talks Drop by the Kitchen Garden and learn a few gardening tips

Announcement of Hat and Fascinator Competition Winners Announcement of the Draw Prize Winners 2 P.M.

Silent Auction Winners’ names will be displayed in the Silent Auction and Draw Prizes area, in the Entry Courtyard 2:30 P.M.

Be sure to pick up your Gift Bag in the Entry Courtyard before you depart

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EVENT AGENDA

HARRY JONGERDEN Executive Director

Welcome to Toronto Botanical Garden’s 7th annual Woman to Woman event. Nature delights us with colour each spring, and there’s a famous caution against trying to improve it by “gilding the lily and painting the rose”, but our W2W participants, in your bedazzling finery, do a brilliant job of complementing nature. Here at TBG, there’s a vibrant community of volunteers and staff dedicated to bringing out the finest in nature. We hope that you will find, in the beauty of our garden, nourishment for the eye and for the soul. Thank you for joining us in a celebration of the finest things in life in the most fitting location for that – a garden.

Thank you as well to our sponsors and donors, and to the brilliant work of the committee of TBG volunteers and staff who nurture this event. We hope you’ll enjoy yourselves, and enjoy yourselves all the more because you know that Woman to Woman proceeds support our mission of “connecting people to plants, inspiring us to live in harmony with nature”.

ABOUT TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDEN The gardens are designed to educate and inspire, spanning four acres beside Toronto’s Don Valley Ravine. Admission to the gardens is free. Indoor and outdoor learning experiences are available for all ages, including courses, garden tours and nature camps. During the summer enjoy dining at the garden café, a Thursday organic farmers’ market, free guided tours and a free outdoor music series. The LEED silver-certified Building houses a truly unique garden shop and horticultural library and is available for social and corporate rentals.

SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP OFFER FOR 2017 WOMAN TO WOMAN GUESTS NEW ONE-YEAR INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP

NEW ONE-YEAR FAMILY MEMBERSHIP

REGULARLY $45

REGULARLY $65

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A TBG Membership keeps blooming all year long Become a member today and enjoy special insider benefits right away: discounts at the TBG’s Garden Shop, Sheridan Nurseries and Plant World; member pricing for tickets to Through the Garden Gate on June 10 to 11, 2017; free TBG lectures; special member-only events; and reciprocal membership benefits with hundreds of botanical gardens and arboreta throughout North America.

Speak to a TBG Valet today or sign up at the membership desk by the Silent Auction tables.

A SPECIAL GIFT FOR YOU Be sure to pick up your special At Last™ Rose courtesy of Sheridan Nurseries.

Don’t leave without it!

Sheridan Nurseries is the exclusive Canadian grower of a new rose, to be introduced to the public in 2018. This new plant, the At Last™ Rose, is the first disease-resistant rose with a classic rose fragrance, makes an excellent long-lasting cut flower and blooms all summer without deadheading.

MINI GARDEN TALKS Drop by and learn a few gardening tips from two horticultural experts.

12:30 to 2 p.m. in the Kitchen Garden Stacy Hirvela, horticulturist from Spring Meadows Nursery (Michigan), will be speaking about the At Last™ Rose, its unique characteristics and care instructions.

TBG Head Gardener Sandra Pella will show you around the TBG’s Kitchen Garden, planted this year with a “Home Grown” theme. You’ll walk away with lots of tips for your own garden.

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BUY YOUR TICKETS TO WIN ONE OF TWO FABULOUS DRAW PRIZES Travel to the Gardens of Philadelphia Win a trip for two to visit two of North America’s finest gardens, Chanticleer and Longwood Gardens, with return airfare on Air Canada to Philadelphia. You and a guest will enjoy an exclusive tour at each of the gardens arranged by the Executive Director, married with a two-night stay in one of the charming carriage homes at the Inn at Whitewing Farm, voted as “one of the most romantic Inns” in the United States.

Intimate Dinner Party with Pusateri’s Win a catered dinner in your home for up to six people hosted by Pusateri’s. Dinner includes both chef and server to make the most magical and intimate dinner party ever.

Pusateris’ catering director will work with the winner to select a tailor-made menu and will look after all of the details!

DRAW TICKETS $25 EACH OR 5 FOR $100 Keep your eyes open for the roaming draw ticket sellers in the garden or purchase tickets at the Draw Display in the Entry Courtyard.

GREEN HOUSE NEW FOR 2017

A unique indoor garden coffeehouse created in partnership with Sheridan Nurseries.

Relax indoors among the scents of flowering plants and fresh-baked treats with views of the gardens.

RETAIL THERAPY The TBG Garden Shop will be hosting a Fashion Corner with scarves, hats, and other fun accessories to add to your ensemble – or to give as gifts!

Please visit us in the Green House/Lobby.

POWDER ROOM NEW FOR 2017

Stop by the Powder Room sponsored

by CF Shops at Don Mills for a complimentary beauty boost with products by Murale and The Ten Spot.

HOLD ON TO YOUR HATS 1:40 P.M.

Westview Terrace/Garden Hall Courtyard Winners of the Hat and Fascinator Competition will be announced from the water channel bridge. You’ll be rewarded for your creativity as the judges select the best hats/fascinators in the following categories: Couture, Whimsical, Floral. Winners will receive a $250 gift certificate to the TBG’s Garden Shop courtesy of Heathbridge Capital Management Ltd. SPONSORED BY

Canada 150

2017 Eco-Chic Judges

In celebration of Canada’s sesquicentennial anniversary we have introduced a special Canada 150 hat category. The winner will receive an exclusive experiential prize from CF Shops at Don Mills.

Ann Kaplan CEO of iFinance Canada and star of The Real Housewives Toronto

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Leesa Butler Director of Marketing and Partnerships for Klothed Inc. and founder of the F List and Divine Lab Inc.

Deirdre Kelly Fashion style writer and author

Be sure to visit Lilliput Hats. They are on-site with an exciting pop-up boutique.

A portion of all sales is generously donated in support of the TBG.

DELIGHTS FOR THE TASTEBUDS Entrance Courtyard

Shrimp Salad Cocktail Canapés with Avocado Cream

Passed hors d’oeuvres including:

Honey Lavender Roasted Figs with Goat Cheese on Endive Leaf

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Mini “Flower Pot” Phyllo Baskets filled with Crab, Brie and garnished with Nasturtiums Parmesan Cups filled with Baby Kale Salad in House Caesar Dressing Wild Smoked Salmon on Pumpernickel Rounds with Crème Fraîche and Fresh Dill Fresh Cucumber Rounds with Whipped Feta, Sundried Tomato and Fresh Basil

Miso “Ice Cream” Cones with Tuna Tartar, Wasabi Cream and Baby Cress Garden Hall Courtyard BARQUE

Smoked Duck Tacos Mini Grilled Cheese Roasted Red Pepper Couscous Salad Westview Terrace 10TATION

Classic Profiteroles with Fresh Asparagus and Herb Goat Cheese

Cod Brandade with Chimichurri and Olive Tapenade

Mini Soft Tacos with Grilled Lime Chicken, Salsa Fresca; with Guacamole Sour Cream

English Peas with Mint, Buffalo Mozzarella, Asparagus, and Parmigiano Reggiano Touille

Westview Terrace EN VILLE

Galantine of Spring Chicken filled with Spinach and Feta Kitchen Garden

YORKSHIRE PUDDING

Poached Rhubarb with an Elderflower Sabayon and Pistachio Praline Green House/Lobby

Mandarin and Vanilla Kaffir Lime and Coconut Powder Room/Garden Hall DANIEL ET DANIEL

Sweet Indulgence Station featuring: Peach Pie Verrine Summer Tarts Petits Fours Glaces

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Mini Naked Cake

Mini Doughnut Station made fresh on-site with your choice of custom toppings

Mini Earl Grey Madeleines

Perennial Pathway EATERTAINMENT

Shaved Ice Station featuring: Strawberry Basil Green Tea and Honey

Open Face Macarons Mango, Coconut Crumb Cheesecake Jar Throughout the Gardens

SOUTHBROOK VINEYARDS

Seriously Cool Chardonnay and Rosé

SILENT AUCTION EXPERIENCES YOU’LL WANT TO BID ON “Lunch in the Woodlands” at Mindham Fine Jewellery You and five friends will join Myles Mindham for an intimate “Lunch in the Woodlands” including a rare behind-the-scenes tour of his in-house design studio in Yorkville. Myles will discuss his fascination with nature and the inspiration behind his Woodland collection.

Each guest will receive a custom piece of jewellery from the Magical Woodlands Collection created exclusively for the Toronto Botanical Garden.

Hermès Scarf and Boutique Breakfast Experience You and nine of your guests will enjoy an exclusive catered breakfast at the Toronto Hermès boutique paired with a scarf-tying lesson. In addition, you will receive a legendary Hermès carré silk scarf designed by Annie Faivre, inspired by the vital energy and burgeoning growth of the plant kingdom.

“Hamilton” on Broadway

Floral Class with Friends

Two premium tickets to the red-hot Broadway musical “Hamilton” at the Richard Rogers Theatre in New York. The story of one of America’s founding fathers and first Secretary of the Treasury, Alexander Hamilton, combines hip-hop, jazz, blues, R&B and rap with traditional Broadway balladry in a breathtaking fashion with a multi-racial cast.

Enjoy a 1 1/2 hour private floral design evening workshop at Emblem Floral Studio led by talented owner Todd Caldwell with wine and cheese included. Located in a charming space in Toronto’s Annex, Emblem is regarded as one of Toronto’s top floral studios.

Private Garden Consultation Whether you’re new to gardening or an avid enthusiast, a garden consultation is a great investment to see your vision come to life. This two-hour consultation with the Toronto Botanical Garden’s very own Head Gardener, Sandra Pella, will give your garden an award-winning look.

Behind-the-Scenes Experience at Niagara Parks Charles Hunter, charismatic Director of Horticulture will take you (and three of your friends) on an exclusive behind-thescenes tour of Niagara Parks, including the butterfly conservatory, floral show house and botanical gardens. A delicious lunch at a Niagara restaurant will also be provided.

Dinner with the Greats Private dinner for four with Jennifer Keesmaat, Chief Planner for the City of Toronto, hosted by award-winning Landscape Architect Janet Rosenberg at her Rosedale residence. For over thirty years Janet has been involved in the design and implementation of public and private-realm landscapes throughout Ontario and across Canada.

Art in the Garden A 1 1/2 hour private art lesson for yourself and up to five friends with well-known Canadian artist John Lennard.

A contemporary landscape painter whose love of art and nature is vividly expressed in his colourful canvases, Lennard will set up his easel outdoors at the TBG or in your garden. Canvas and paints included.

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1:40 P.M. Westview Terrace/Garden Hall courtyard Join us by the Water Channel to celebrate The Monica Van Maris Green Professionals Woman of Influence Award presented by Paul Brydges, President, Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association and Toronto Botanical Garden. This inaugural award is dedicated to Monica van Maris in recognition of her pioneering achievements as a Green Professional and will thereafter highlight women whose work and vision have made an influential impact in the green industry.

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Kathy Dembroski Anna Buchanan, Gina Burton, Lindsay Dale-Harris, Anne Davis, Sara D’Elia, Janet Greyson, Sue Howe, Penny Richards, Kalandra Roach, Laura Stewart, Cynthia Webb (Chair)

GARDEN GURUS Dugald Cameron, Charlie Dobbin, Frank Ferragine, Denis Flanagan, Marjorie Harris, Stacy Hirvela, Harry Jongerden, Frank Kershaw, Liz Klose, Sandra Pella, Owen Reeves, Kathy Renwald, Diana Wilson, Paul Zammit

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