March 2016 Welcome Spring!

Botanica: a gardener's luncheon

Friday, April 8, 2016

Gallery Room at Klehm

Help us welcome spring at Botanica 2016!

We are delighted to have Leslie Goddard, historian and actress, as our featured presentation. Leslie will bring to life the story of noted author and environmentalist Rachel Carson, who warned the world of the potentially dire environmental impact of chemical pesticides in her best-selling 1962 book 'Silent Spring'.

In this living history program set in 1963, Leslie Goddard portrays Carson as she discusses her childhood love for the living world, her passion for writing, and her work to awaken the world to the beauty and fragility of nature.

9:30am: Check-in
10:00am: Workshop - In the Kitchen with Brandi and Charles DuCharme of The Olive Oil Experience

11:00am: Champagne Bar with Jodi Beach

12:00pm: Luncheon - Greenfire

12:30pm: Live Auction

1:00pm: "Rachel Carson Portrayal" - Leslie Goddard Presentation

Luncheon $50

Luncheon/Workshop $75

Call 815-965-8146 to register, click here to register online or print the invitation. Limited seating left.

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Sponsored by
Lana Engen, Aspire Financial Greg A. Harlan CPA Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP WREX	The DAO Foundation FurstSearch Sharyn Castrogiovanni

Oak Woodland Restoration Begins

Work has begun to restore 15 acres of native oak woodland at Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden. This project, funded by a grant from the

Dr. Courtney J. & Margaret Hutchins Hamlin Family Fund of the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois, allows Klehm to begin the first step of the process, which is removing invasive woody species like honeysuckle and buckthorn from the understory.

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

We are gearing up for an active 2016 and are in need of many volunteers for upcoming events as well as work in the gardens. School groups welcome!

If you are interested in helping at Klehm events, contact Chris at 815-965-8146. Contact John at 815-543-9563 for the gardening needs. See opportunities here.

Tree and Shrub Planting Class

Saturday, April 9, 2016

9:00am - 11:00am

Have you ever planted a tree only to see it dead a few months later or simply not thriving at its current location after a couple years? John Moors, Director of Horticulture at Klehm, will teach you the proper techniques for planting trees and shrubs.

Members: Free

Non-members: Included with admission

Register here or call (815) 965-8146.

Third Annual ARBOR DASH 5K

Friday, April 29 Race starts 6:30pm

The Arbor Dash is a trail run through Klehm's grounds via paved paths and dirt trails. Invite some friends and enjoy the scenic landscape together. Put a team together and receive discounted rates. This race is open to runners and walkers of all ages and fitness levels.

Participants go home with a commemorative t-shirt and their own seedling to celebrate Arbor Day and keep the forest in the Forest City!

More info and register here

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REMINDER

WE NEED YOUR PLANT DONATIONS!

When your perennials start sprouting this spring, remem

ber Klehm!

We would love to share your perennial divisions for our Annual Plant Sale on May 6-7th. Donate 10 plants and receive free admission to Preview Night on Friday, May 6th. More info

This is a Klehm Fundraiser

UPCOMING EVENTS AT KLEHM

BOTANICA - a gardener's luncheon Fri., April 8

ARBOR DASH 5K Fri., April 29

PLANT SALE PREVIEW Fri., May 6

PLANT SALE                                           Sat., May 7
MUSEUMS FOR MOMS Free admission    Sat. - Sun. May 7-8
DOWN PEONY LANE w/ ROY KLEHM                 Wed. June 1

GARDEN FAIR WEEKEND - Flowers, Food, Art, Antiques

Sat. - Sun., June 4-5
WOODSONG CONCERT - Too Deep Sun., June 19

WOODSONG CONCERT - Zac Matthews Sun., July 17

WOODSONG CONCERT - The Jimmys Sun., August 21

More info for all events here

40% off 2015 Gift Shop Merchandise

Excludes food, beverage, consignment and 2016 merchandise

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