Events
Wednesday, June 30, 2010 at 11:42AM July 8, 2011
Beginning to Buterfly
Road Trip & Brief Buisness Meeting
Friday, 12:30pm
Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery
34270 County Road 652, Mattawan
668.2696
Program
Have you ever wondered how a caterpillar becomes a flourishing butterfly? Ilsa Gebhard will be sharing her extensive knowledge about these wonderful little creatures with her colorful photos and an informative presentation. We will learn what it takes to attract moths and butterflies to our own yard. Ilsa will be giving us a butterfly tour of the gardens after her talk, so dress (and shoe) accordingly.
Board Meeting
Monday, June 27 at 10am
Home of Avril Blair
August 12, 2011
Water, Water, Everywhere
Nature & Conservation
Friday, 12:30pm
Arcus Depot Auditorium
408 East Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo
Program
What's the latest on the Kalamazoo River Oil Spill? Come and be informed by Jeff Spoelstra, Coordinator-Kalamazoo Rive Watershed Council. Learn about the current conditions, what has been accomplished, what remains to be done and how each of us can help heal this very important resource.
September 9, 2011
Paths to Landscape Design
Landscape Design & Buisness Meeting
Plus Special Event
Friday, 12:30pm
Washington Square Library
1244 Portage Street, Kalamazoo
553.7970
Program
How do line, form, color, and texture affect a creative landscape? Whether it be a timy garden, a pathway or a country estate, all are a blend of these components. Ellen Meyers, garden expert, from Brooklyn, Michigan will be teaching us how to put all the pieces in their proper places to create professional looking landscape design.
September 17, 2011
Friends and Family Day at Lake Michigan
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the Duisterhofs. Plan to arrive between 12 and 1pm. More details from Social Committee.
Board Meeting:
Monday, September 5th at 10pm
Home of Sandi Dodson
October 14, 2011
Plants In A Birdcage
Horticulture
Friday, 12:00 Noon
Kalamazoo Garden Council House
5333 North Westnedge, Kalamazoo
344.3809
Program
Join Sandie Idema and Becky Yaple in a project to prighten your window sill when the snow flies. You will leanr how to force bulbs and create a cute little cage for the flowers to peek through. This will be an easy and fun hands-on event. Bring a six-inch flower pot with a drain hole.
November 11, 2011
"A Frog Jumps In..."
Guest Day Luncheon & Brief Buisness Meeting
Friday, 12:00 Noon
Park Club
219 W. South Street, Kalamazoo
381.0876
Program
This is a program you will not want to miss. Our very own Masasko Kawamura and Pat Ira will join together to demonstrate Japanese Style floral arranging. This presentation promises to be an afternoon of serenity and elegance as we explore this ancient art with these talented designers. You and your guest(s) are bound to enjoy the event.
Pat sent this famous ancient Haiku poem by Matsumo Bsho to remind us of the beauty in the natural world.
Furuike ya Old pond
Kawazu tobikomu A frog jumps in
Mizu no oto. The sound of water.
December 9, 2011
A Holiday Getting To Know You... Better
Holiday Tea and Buisness Meeting
Friday, 12:30pm
Oakland Hills Circle, Portage
Program
Plan on a fun filled get-together with delectable food and great conversation. A season appropriate reading by a KGC member is back by poplular demand. Our president is asking members to consider making a contribution to the Hazel Wirick Fund.
Hazel Wirick is a Past Presedent of KGC (1941-1943) and also Kalamazoo Garden COuncil President (1949-1951). THe Wirick Award was established in 1989. It is given to two recipients studying plant related sciences at Western Michigan University. This year marks the 30th anniversary of her death.
March 9, 2012 (Rescheduled from January meeting)
Native Tree Treasures
Landscape Design
Friday, 12:30 pm
Oshtemo Library
7265 West Main Street, Kalamazoo
553.7980
You may know a lor about your perennials and annuals but how much do you really know about our native trees in Michigan? Native tree advocate, Mary Ann Menck, will leave us better aquainted with the natives we already have and introduce some new candidates for our front yards, back yards, and community projects.