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What's Coming Up in the Garden?
August 25, 2011
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 We are so excited about this year's Harvest Festival!
Our 77th annual Harvest Festival on Saturday and Sunday October 1st & 2nd continues its legacy as a beloved Berkshire tradition. This year's Festival combines legendary autumnal fun with an expanded Farmer's Market, 60+ artisans and crafters, children's activities galore, vaulting demonstrations (gymnastics on horseback) and great entertainment.
For a complete list of Harvest Festival vendors, entertainers and activities, click here. | |
Calling all Volunteers
Each year, hundreds of volunteers are needed to assist with Festival preparations, assist with the many booths and activities, and help BBG staff with a myriad of tasks. Volunteering is a great way to enjoy this wonderful autumn event and the camaraderie is a priceless perk!
Please contact Sharon Hulett-Shepherd, 413-298-3926 to see how your special talents match our needs! We look forward to seeing you at the Harvest Festival!
Tag Sale, Jewelry Boutique, Country Bazaar and Opportunity Clothing Items Now Begin Accepted at the Garden
We want your gently used household goods, (no electronics, please) books, clothing and toys!
All donations are tax deductable and proceeds benefit the Garden's Education programs.
Please bring donations to the Garden's Visitor's Center/Administration Office Monday through Friday, 9 am - 4 pm. Got a heavy item? Let us know and we'll have someone waiting to assist you when you arrive. Questions? Call 413-298-3926.
New This Year. . .
50/50 Garden Raffle - tickets now available in the Garden Shop and can also be purchased at the Harvest Festival. $1 for 1 or $5 for 7 (or arm's length). Split the proceeds with BBG - winner to be announced Sunday, October 2, 4 pm at Harvest Fest.
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JOIN OUR GARDEN TEAM!
Would you like to work in the Garden Shop?
We have immediate openings for staff and volunteers now through October 15.
Meet and greet Garden visitors, staff the shop, and be a Garden Ambassador.
A great way to get to know the Garden!
For more information, please call:
Sharon Hulett-Shepherd
413-298-3926 x 14
Now Showing!
Dahlia
'Karma Prospero'
Eucomis pallidiflora
Pineapple Flower
 Arum italicum
Lords and Ladies
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There is Still Time to Register. . .
Horticulture Certificate Program Info Session Tuesday, August 30, 5 pm at the Garden
 | | 2011 Horticulture Certificate Program graduates with Education Director Elisabeth Cary, front right, pose for a group shot after their graduation ceremony on May 1. |
Can you picture yourself with fellow Horticulture Certificate Program graduates next spring?
If the answer is yes, there is still time to register for this semester's program. An informational session is scheduled for Tuesday, August 30, 5 pm at the Garden, when Education Director Elisabeth Cary will be on hand to answer your questions and outline the program.
The Garden's Horticulture Certificate Program is offered in partnership with Berkshire Community College and includes certificates in the following:
Level I - Certificate in Horticulture
Included are seven Level I core courses and a garden practicum.
Level II - Certificate in Garden Design Requirements: Completion of a Level I Certificate, four core Level II design courses and the final design project.
Level III - Advanced Certificates
Level III certificates focus on the individual needs of athe advanced student who has satisfied requirements in Levels I and II. Students can concentrate in horticulture or design or may choose a concentration in sustainable horticulture and native plant garden design.
Click here for more information on all three levels of certificate programs or RSVP to attend the August 30 information session by calling Elisabeth Cary, Education Director, 413-298-3926.
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Don't Miss it!
Garden Tour of the Brandywine Valley October 13-15
Register now for an extraordinary opportunity to tour four of the most outstanding gardens in the Brandywine Valley, PLUS attend the annual Perennial Plant Conference held at Scott's Arboretum located on the campus of Swarthmore College outside Philadelphia.
Attended by both professional and avid home gardeners, this is by far the most sophisticated, cutting-edge gardening conference held on the east coast.
Leave the driving to us - we depart from the Garden at 7 am on October 13 and return the evening of October 15. During the three days, you will visit Hortulus Farm, Chanticleer Garden, Scott Arboretum and Longwood Garden. Your BBG Garden Guides are Director of Education Elisabeth Cary, Director of Horticulture Dorthe Hviid, and Executive Director Molly Boxer.
This trip promises to be one to remember. .. for more information and to register, click here.
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For more information about Berkshire Botanical Garden
call: 413.298.3926
check out our website: www.berkshirebotanical.org
write:
Berkshire Botanical Garden
PO Box 826, Stockbridge, MA. 01262
email:
info@berkshirebotanical.org
visit:
intersection of Routes 102 & 183, Stockbridge, MA
Open from 9 am - 5 pm daily. We look forward to meeting you!
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BECOME A MEMBER OF BBG!
Berkshire Botanical Members save at least 10% at many local businesses including Ward's Nursery, Windy Hill, Agway, Campo de' Fiori, Dr. Lahey's Garden Store, Route 7 Grill and many more. Visit our website Visit our website for a complete list of businesses and more information on how to become a member.
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Membership Levels:
Individual...50. Family....75. Supporter...150. Patron...500. Fence Club...1000.
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