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Storytime: Pee eeeww! What’s That Smell?
Tuesday, May 13
Learn about the plants and animals that don’t smell so sweet and find out why. Two sessions:
Storytime: Blue Bird, Blue Sky
Wednesday, May 28
The color blue is found all throughout nature from eggs and birds to flowers and the sky. Join us as we read about all things blue. Two sessions:
Storytime: I Wonder What’s Under
Tuesday, June 10
Learn about critters with homes down under. Two sessions:
Summer Nature Camp: Art in Nature Camp
Monday, June 23 Friday, June 27 •
$150 members / $175 non-members • Materials Fee: $20 per child
Let your creative spirit flow during a week of exploring art in nature at Ladew. We’ll use the outdoors as our inspiration for a variety of fun art projects including drawing, painting, making natural dyes, paper and much more. Additional activities will include discovery hikes and games. Note: A strong emphasis will be on art projects, with several projects completed each day. Each child will receive their own art supply kits. ($50 deposit is due at registration) Call (410) 557-9570, ext. 226 to register. THIS CAMP IS SOLD OUT!
In the Garden Series: WISTERIA PRUNING
Thursday, June 26
Learn advanced gardening skills directly from the professional gardeners who keep Ladew looking beautiful in this popular series of “behind the scenes” gardening demonstrations. Members Free; Non-members $10, includes admission to the gardens and Nature Walk.
Storytime: A Shell for a Home
Tuesday, July 1
Come join us as we read about some amazing, hard-shelled animals. Two sessions:
In the Garden Series: ESPALIER PRUNING
Tuesday, July 1
Learn advanced gardening skills directly from the professional gardeners who keep Ladew looking beautiful in this popular series of “behind the scenes” gardening demonstrations. Members Free; Non-members $10, includes admission to the gardens and Nature Walk.
Mini Nature Camp: Kinder Gardeners
Monday, July 7 Friday, July 11
Session 1:
Session 2:
$100 members / $125 non-members
Come play in the dirt. Eat a flower and grow your own garden. Discover the beautiful and whimsical topiary gardens of Ladew as we learn the many facets of gardening and caring for plants. Activities will include discovery walks, active games, stories, puppet shows, and craft projects. Snacks are provided. ($50 deposit is due at registration) Call 410-557-9570, ext. 226 to register.
In the Garden Series: YEW SHEARING
Tuesday, July 8
Learn advanced gardening skills directly from the professional gardeners who keep Ladew looking beautiful in this popular series of “behind the scenes” gardening demonstrations. Members Free; Non-members $10, includes admission to the gardens and Nature Walk.
Nature Detectives Camp: Plant Mysteries (THIS CAMP IS SOLD OUT)
Monday, July 14 Friday, July 18 •
Where does dirt come from? What do caterpillars eat? How do you grow a pizza? Explore the answers to these questions and others as we unravel the mysteries of plants at Ladew.
Activities include daily hikes, experiments, stories, puppet shows, and craft projects.
THIS CAMP IS SOLD OUT.
In the Garden Series: POND CARE
Tuesday, July 15
Learn advanced gardening skills directly from the professional gardeners who keep Ladew looking beautiful in this popular series of “behind the scenes” gardening demonstrations. Members Free; Non-members $10, includes admission to the gardens and Nature Walk.
In the Garden Series: CLIMBING ROSE PRUNING
Tuesday, July 22
Learn advanced gardening skills directly from the professional gardeners who keep Ladew looking beautiful in this popular series of “behind the scenes” gardening demonstrations. Members Free; Non-members $10, includes admission to the gardens and Nature Walk.
Storytime: Pebbles, Rocks & Sand
Wednesday, July 23
Kids love rocks! Two sessions:
In the Garden Series: BOXWOOD SHEARING
Tuesday, July 29
Learn advanced gardening skills directly from the professional gardeners who keep Ladew looking beautiful in this popular series of “behind the scenes” gardening demonstrations. Members Free; Non-members $10, includes admission to the gardens and Nature Walk.
In the Garden Series: REPOTTING
Tuesday, August 12
Learn advanced gardening skills directly from the professional gardeners who keep Ladew looking beautiful in this popular series of “behind the scenes” gardening demonstrations. Members Free; Non-members $10, includes admission to the gardens and Nature Walk.
In the Garden Series: TURF MAINTENANCE
Tuesday, August 19
Learn advanced gardening skills directly from the professional gardeners who keep Ladew looking beautiful in this popular series of “behind the scenes” gardening demonstrations. Members Free; Non-members $10, includes admission to the gardens and Nature Walk.
Bring the entire family for a day of interactive fun and live performances. Music, face painting and other goodies for children of all ages. A very, very popular event! 12:00 - 5:00 p.m. Regular admission: Adults $10, Seniors/Students $8, Children $2, Members are free.
In the Garden Series: HEMLOCK SHEARING
Tuesday, September 16
Learn advanced gardening skills directly from the professional gardeners who keep Ladew looking beautiful in this popular series of “behind the scenes” gardening demonstrations. Members Free; Non-members $10, includes admission to the gardens and Nature Walk.
Look for a new exciting line-up of speakers for this popular lecture series.
To learn more, visit www.LadewGardens.com this summer.
• Pickin’ Party & Dried Arrangements: Tuesday, November 18
• Wreaths, Boxwood Trees & Kissing Balls: December 2, 3 & 4
• Fresh Wreaths & Arrangements: December 8, 9 & 10
Volunteer to create holiday arrangements to be sold at Ladew’s holiday Greens Sale.
or to volunteer.