CRFG Redwood Chapter scion (cuttings) and plant exchange

The Redwood Empire Chapter of the California Rare Fruit Growers will be hosting a scion (cuttings) and plant exchange event on January 23rd at the Sebastopol (CA) Veterans Building from 9am to 2am for members. Non-members will be admitted at 10am.

More information at the following link:
http://borglum.com/crfgr/

2009 Event Calendar for Filoli Estate / Garden

Afternoon Tea at Filoli Fourth Wednesdays, February through October*
Art Exhibits February through October
Mother's Day Weekend Flower Show, Teas and Brunches May 7–10
Members-Only Twilight Stroll June 25This event is currently full and we are no longer taking reservations.
Jazz at Filoli Summer Concert Series June–SeptemberTickets on sale now.
Flowers in the Home July 17–19Reservations are being taken now.
An Evening of Wine with Roses July 25This event is currently full and we are no longer taking reservations.
Book Sale to Benefit the Filoli Libraries July 31–August 2
Members-Only Twilight Stroll September 22Reservations may be made beginning August 25.
Autumn at Filoli Festival October 3Tickets may be purchased beginning August 24.
Last day of 2009 Season October 25
Holiday Traditions November 27–December 5Members may purchase tickets beginning September 28; non-members beginning October 19.
*October Afternoon Tea at Filoli is Wednesday, October 21, the third Wednesday of the month.

Central Texas: August Gardening Events

Classes at The Natural Gardener.Saturdays through mid-September. 9 a.m. today: 'Hummingbirds: Myths & Facts.' The Natural Gardener, 8648 Old Bee Cave Road. Free. 288-6113.

Austin Public Library Green Living Talks.11 a.m. today: 'Conserve Energy and Save Money.' Faulk Central Library, 800 Guadalupe St. Free. www.ci.austin.tx.us/library.

Round Rock Community Garden Club meeting.9:15 a.m. Monday. The topic will be 'Orchids and Bromeliads.' Baca Center, 301 W. Bagdad St., Building 2, Round Rock. Free. 512-218-5499.

Heart O' Texas Orchid Society monthly meeting.6:45 p.m. open; 7:15 p.m. speaker Tuesday. Speaker Peter Tobias on orchid conservation. Zilker Botanical Garden, 2220 Barton Springs Road. Free. 251-2252.

The Austin Organic Gardening Club meeting. 7 p.m. Aug. 10. Fall planting and recommended planting varieties with Tim Miller, veteran dry land organic farmer, and Forrest Arnold, organic gardening consultant and master gardener. Zilker Botanical Garden, 2220 Barton Springs Road. Free. www.austinorganicgardeners.org.

Iris Society of Austin. 7 p.m. Aug. 11. Bring a dish of your favorite food and join the group for a delightful program about irises that grow in this area. Zilker Botanical Garden auditorium, 2220 Barton Springs Road. 477-8672.

The Williamson County Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas.7 p.m. Aug. 13. Guest speaker is Flo Oxley. Georgetown Public Library, second floor, 402 W. Eighth St., Georgetown. Free. www.npsot.org/WilliamsonCounty/default.htm.

Fall Vegetable Gardening.10 a.m. Aug. 22. Free seminar. Riverplace Country Club, 4207 River Place Blvd. Free. www.tcmastergardeners.org.

17th Annual Texas Bamboo Festival.10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Aug. 22 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 23. Bamboo plants and crafts for sale. Lectures, presentations and live auction. Zilker Botanical Garden, 2220 Barton Springs Road. Free; parking is $3. www.bamboocentral.net.

The Garden Club of Austin. 7 p.m. Aug. 27. 'Wild in the Shade: Creating a Woodland Garden' presented by Rekka Morris. Zilker Botanical Garden, 2220 Barton Springs Road. Free. 444-8765.

The Garden Club of Austin: 3rd Annual Fern Symposium.6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Aug. 28 and 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 29. Explore the world of ferns and identify and grow hardy, tropical novelty ferns for Austin. There will be ferns on display and to buy. Friday: travel night and dinner: $35. Saturday: seminars, tours and lunch: $30. Both days $60. Zilker Botanical Garden, 2220 Barton Springs Road. www.fernfestival.org.

Austin Cactus and Succulent Society Fall Show and Sale.10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 5, 6, and 7. Rare and beautiful cacti and succulent species from around the world. Zilker Botanical Garden, 2220 Barton Springs Road. Free. www.austincss.com.
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Iris Society of Austin Annual Rhizome Sale of Irises.9 a.m. Sept. 12. Zilker Botanical Garden auditorium, 2220 Barton Springs Road. Free. 477-8672.

Do-It-Yourself Pond Building. 10 a.m. Sept. 19. Attend free seminar and learn step-by-step lessons on the basics of building a pond. American Botanical Council, 6200 Manor Road. Free. www.tcmastergardeners.org.

Propagation 101: Growing Plants for your Garden.11 a.m. Sept. 26. Learn how to grow your own plants from seeds or existing plants. Yarborough branch, 2200 Hancock Drive. Free. www.tcmastergardeners.org.

First Austin African Violet Society annual Fall Show and Sale.10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 17 and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 18. Zilker Botanical Garden, 2220 Barton Springs Road. Free. www.faavs.org.

Upcoming Gilroy Garden Events - Summer

Fairy Tale Wonders, June 6 - July 2
Come experience classic Fairy Tales in our Story Book setting. Tiny tots can experience Story Time in Monarch Garden or Claudia's Garden as our volunteer Docents read their personal choice of childhood fairy tales. Older children can "star" in their own favorite Fairy Tales at the Lakeside Amphitheater. Who wants to be "The Big Bad Wolf"? There may be roles for Moms & Dads; so everyone should bring their sense of fun!


25 Member Days (Bring-A-Friend FREE!)
Mother's Day Weekend: May 9-10
3 Full Weeks: June 8-14, July 20-26 and August 17-23
Father's Day Weekend: June 20-21
Members can bring a friend to experience Gilroy Gardens for FREE during these specially selected days! Members must present their processed 2009 Membership at the designated ticket booth to receive one (1) FREE ticket for a friend. Receive one (1) FREE ticket, per Membership, per day. FREE ticket must be used on day of distribution only.


Enchanted Wings, July 13 - August 16
Back by popular demand, the "Friends of a Feather" bird show returns to Lakeside Amphitheater for 6 weeks. Plus, NEW in 2009, our Enchanted Wings event will include an animal training facility across from the amphitheater where children can have a hands-on experience under the supervision of our handlers and trainers. Check back for a confirmed list of enchanting birds and animals closer to the event date.