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UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE ARBORETUM

To register for any Arboretum program, please call 257-9339


November 2006


There will be no monthly hike in November

Wednesday, November 8 at 12-1 p.m.
Lunchtime Walk & Talk
Exercise your body and your brain! Enjoy a different hike of The Arboretum every 2nd Wednesday at noon.
Cost: $1

Thursday, November 9 at 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Craft a Gourd Rattle (All Ages)
Instructor: Roberta Burnes
Get into the spirit of the season by making a gourd rattle. After assembling, you'll decorate your rattle with paint, feathers, and beads.
Please pre-register.
Cost: $5 (Friends $4)


Tuesday, November 14 at 10-11:30 a.m.
Garden Rx: An Ounce of Prevention
Instructor: Dr. John Hartman, U.K. Professor of Plant Pathology
An ounce of prevention really is worth a pound of cure! Learn how to identify common plant diseases in the garden and what you can do to prevent them from infecting next year's growth.
Please pre-register.
Cost: $5 (Friends $4)


Wednesday, November 15 at 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Holiday Tables and Tea
Instructor: Sharon Bale, Extension Floriculture Specialist
Come get inspired with creative ideas for decorating your table and home for the holidays. Sharon Bale will demonstrate table-dressing techniques guaranteed to wow your guests. After the program, enjoy tea and a heavenly assortment of sweet and savory finger foods.
Please pre-register.
Cost: $25 (Friends $20)


Tuesday, November 28 at 10 a.m.-12 noon
Herbal Ornament Workshop
Instructor: Patsy Anderson
Patsy Anderson will show you how to create two charming ornaments using dried flowers, herbs, spices, and evergreens. Please bring a glue gun, if available.
Please pre-register.
Cost: $15 (Friends $13)


Thursday, November 30 at 3:30-5 p.m.
Nature Ornaments for Kids
Instructor: Roberta Burnes
Come craft miniature wreaths, snowflakes, angels, and more using natural and recycled materials. Get $1 off your admission for every ornament you make and donate to the Arboretum Gift Shop!
Please pre-register.
Cost: $5 (Friends $4)