Under The Domewww.buffalogardens.comIssue 2 - 2012

The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens Society, Inc.2655 South Park Ave - Buffalo, NY 14218 - 716.827.1584 - www.buffalogardens.com

Mission: The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is a living museum dedicated to advancing appreciation for and knowledge of plant life and its connection to people and cultures through its documented living plant collection, historic conservatory, education, research and exhibits.

Photo by: Chris Behrend

2012 Summer Sweepstakes! Don’t miss your chance to win up to $4,500 cash and $500 in Wegmans Gift Cards!

You could win up to $4,500 cash and $500 in Wegmans Gift Cards! That’s 10 chances to win on one ticket!!! Raffle tickets are $50 each and only 500 will be sold! Tickets are available at the Gardens Gift Shop, on-line at www.buffalogardens.com, or by

phone at 827.1584 ext. 203 or ext. 204. Winners will be drawn on October 1, 2012 at 12pm at the Gardens (need not be present to win!).

Greetings from the Botanical Gardens! Summer is upon us and we look forward to a new growing season and all the beauty it brings, but we should not forget how fantastic this past winter and spring have been. The weather was certainly warmer than expected and the activity at the Botanical Gardens was fantastic, as well. On behalf of our entire Board and staff, thanks go out to all our volunteers, members and visitors for making 2011 the best year in history at the Botanical Gardens. I’d like to share with you some of the milestones achieved in 2011. First, nearly 90,000 visitors came to the Gardens last year and for the first time our membership exceeded 3,000. Our educational programs for all age groups attracted more than 10,000 participants. These are record setting numbers and what’s more exciting is that 2012 looks to become another banner year. For example, attendance at our increasingly popular NIGHT LIGHTS show more than doubled the 2011 attendance and the Orchid Show attracted larger than expected crowds. The three week Spring Flower Show was as spectacular as ever, attracting over 17,000 visitors beginning with our wonderful kick off event - Paradise Under Glass. The flower displays were beautiful and kids of all ages enjoyed the Easter Bunny, Farmer Brown’s animals and a variety of educational experiences throughout the Show. And I can’t forget to mention that in April we added over 500 new members to the Botanical Gardens’ family too. All of this and we still have a half a year left to achieve even greater successes. Speaking of the remainder of the year, please check out the upcoming events, shows and educational programs in this edition. There are so many interesting and exciting activities for you and your family to enjoy at the Botanical Gardens. We scheduled some of your old favorites and added a number of new attractions, as well. Next time you visit, be certain to check out the Vivarium in House 12. It has been completely restored, creating a natural Florida everglades ecosystem that includes native plants, fish and soft shelled turtles. Also, we have added a new flower show, the Celebration of Color, this year. Not only will our visitors be able to enjoy the beautiful colors in our outdoor gardens, the Celebration of Color will extend into the Gardens creating an indoor/outdoor color spectacular.

Another new feature that will compliment the children’s outdoor garden is the upcoming opening of the indoor family garden. This feature was constructed through a generous grant from Wegmans. The indoor garden will provide children and families with year round opportunities through hands on activities to better understand the important role plants and proper nutrition play in our lives.

Parents be certain to check out the day camp educational opportunities available for your kids this summer. And remember to join us again for summertime musical experiences including Starry Night in the Garden on June 27 and a FREE Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra concert on June 29. While we would like summer to last longer we are also looking forward to the beautiful fall season with a return of the Succulent Show and fall plant sale.

Enjoy the summer and fall and see you at the Gardens.

David J. Swarts, President/CEO

2012 Board of DirectorsOfficersChairman Miche C. Needham, CPA, Lumsden & McCormick, LLPVice ChairmanEd Dore, Dore Landscape Associates Inc.SecretaryKathy Guest Shadrack, Executive Assistant, Mercy HospitalTreasurerBryan DeBroka, HSBC Bank USA

At Large MembersDr. Maria Rita P. AndayaNicholas G. Baich, Chief Court Administrator, Rule of Law ProjectsGordon Ballard, Ad Stuff Promotional ProductsKathy Balus, Business Entrepreneur/Manager and TeacherLawrence E. Christ, COO/LiteLab, Inc.Joseph A. DiDomenico, Jr., Niagara Frontier Orchid SocietyRichard F. Griffin, Esq., Kavinoky Cook, LLP Thomas Herman, Pioneer Central SchoolsStephanie M. Karnas, M&T BankJoy Kuebler, Landscape Architect, PCElizabeth Licata, Buffalo Spree MagazineGail McGee, 8th District Federated Garden Clubs of WNYElizabeth Moll, Educator & Technology ProfessionalPeter Muth, Esq.Cathy PaladinoAdam J. Poole, CPA, Freed Maxick & Battaglia, CPAs, PCSara Root, Eric Mower and AssociatesClaire Schen, Ph.D., University of BuffaloPhilip J. Snyder, AIA, Stieglitz Snyder ArchitectureBarbara TomasiCharles Joseph Urlaub, Mercy Hospital

Ex-Officio DirectorsPatricia E. Connolly, Rep. of Legislature Chairman Barbara Miller-Willams

Corrine Rice, Representative of Erie County Executive

Thomas Herrera-Mishler, Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy

Director Emeritus - Florence DaLuiso-Zoll

Wish List - If you can help us with anything on this wish list, please contact Mary at 827.1584 ext 219. Your donation is tax deductible!

* 5 foot round tables * 6 foot round table * High top cocktail tables

Grand Prize of $2,500 cash2nd Prize - $1,000 cash

3rd Prize - $500 cash4th Prize - $250 cash5th Prize - $250 cash

6th Prize - $100 Wegmans gift card7th Prize - $100 Wegmans gift card8th Prize - $100 Wegmans gift card9th Prize - $100 Wegmans gift card10th Prize - $100 Wegmans gift card

Celebrate! The Botanical Gardens has refreshed and beautified the events department! With renovations and updates flooding our event space as well as a new caterer, the events department is booming for business! A special thanks to both Unilock and Dore Landscape Associates as well as Gardens’ staff members Teresa Mazikowski and Steve McDonald, for their efforts in completing our renovation project!

The Gardens has added Oliver’s to our team of elite caterers who will produce the event of your dreams! Check out our website for more information or for contact info. We do have some dates left for 2012 and the 2013 calendar is open! Call or email Mary at 827.1584 ext. 219 or mrose@buffalogardens.com for more information and availability.

As always, thank you to all who contribute to make the events department and the Botanical Gardens a growing success! Hope to see you around the Conservatory!

Garden MembershipFree admission to the Gardens Discounts on selected events, classes and trips10% discount in the gift shop & the Great Plant SaleSeasonal mailings and invitations to special eventsReciprocal benefits to over 250 gardens and arboretums

Senior (55+) & Student $30 (with ID) ($54 for two years)Two guest passes and benefits listed above

Individual Gardener $40 ($72 for two years)Four guest passes and benefits listed above

Gardener $75 ($135 for two years)Six guest passes and benefits listed above

Family $60 ($108 for two years) Includes two adults and dependent children under 18Four guest passes and benefits listed above

Grandparents $60 ($108 for two years) Includes two adults and four grandchildren under 18 Four guest passes and benefits listed above

Special Needs GroupsAvailable for human service agencies, nursing homes, senior groups, group homes or other special needs organizations. A membership card will be provided to the agency. After the passes are used, each membership will receive $1 off admission for each visitor and required aides are always admitted free. Level One $40 - 10 passes to the GardensLevel Two $60 - 15 passes to the GardensLevel Three $80 - 20 passes to the Gardens

Garden Club & Plant Societies $125Does not include benefits for individual club members. Ten guest passesSeasonal mailings and invitations to special eventsOpportunity to submit an article for Under The Dome A speaker for a meeting at a discounted rate of $25.00One, one-hour meeting at the Gardens (business hours)10% off one Great Plant Sale order (one order per group)

Today’s emergencies deserve tomorrow’s careHome to the new Mercy Emergency Center, the Heart Center, and a New York State-designated Stroke Center

Proud to Share Deep Roots In Our Community

Club & Society InformationBuffalo Bonsai Society - www.buffalobonsaisociety.com

Wendy Williams, President - 285.8546 - wengo4it@roadrunner.comWestern New York Bonsai Club - www.wnybonsai.com

Abe Sosnowski - 822.0222 - eastern_bonsai@yahoo.comNiagara Frontier Koi and Pond Club - www.nfkpc.org

Christine Wilkolaski, Vice President - wilkolaski@roadrunner.comNiagara Frontier Orchid Society - www.niagarafrontierorchids.org

Joe DiDomenico - 683.7343 - jdidomenico@roadrunner.com8th District Federated Garden Clubs of New York State

Adrienne Pasquariello - 681.1047 - apasquarie@roadrunner.comWNY Garden Railway Society

Gary Tebo - 548.3117 - grtebo@gmail.comWNY Iris Society

Judy Tucholski-Zon, President - 836.2573 - irisjudy@aol.comWNY Ivy Society

Ronnie Dapp - 825.7941 - ronnie@buffalogardens.comWNY Herb Study Group

Donna Schober, President

Individual Investment

$5,000 or moreMr. Philip Kadet TTEEMr. and Mrs. Gerhard J. NeumaierMr. and Mrs. Joseph E. Sahlen

$1,000 to $4,999Dr. Maria Rita P. AndayaMr. and Mrs. Joseph DiDomenico, Jr.Mr. Ronald L. Frank and Ms. Anne SchneiderMr. and Mrs. William GonsaMr. Richard F. Griffin, Esq.Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Kresse, Esq.Mr. Frank McGuireCarl and Cathy Paladino Ms. Claire S. Schen and Mr. Gregory CherrMr. and Mrs. Philip J. Snyder Mr. and Mrs. David J. SwartsMr. Robert Thill and Ms. Elizabeth MollMr. and Mrs. C. J. UrlaubMs. Lorraine A. Wilson

$500 to $999Mr. Charles BalbachMs. Melissa T. Balbach and Mr. John BaceMr. Ed DoreMr. and Mrs. Peter B. FlickingerMr. and Mrs. John T. KocielaCarl and Maria LehmanDr. and Mrs. Thomas B. Tomasi Wayne D. and Janet Wisbaum

$250 to $499Ms. Anne D. AstmannMr. Nicholas G. BaichReverend and Mrs. Peter W. BridgfordDr. and Mrs. John L. Butsch Mrs. Sue BuyerMr. and Mrs. Bryan DeBrokaMr. and Mrs. George DeTitta Mrs. and Mr. Joanne EhrenreichMr. Jeffrey M. Freedman and Ms. Barbara HamiltonMrs. Maria Gerbracht Mr. and Mrs. David Gerken Mr. Edwin P. HartMr. and Mrs. Philip HasselbackMs. Rosemary Hayes Walter and Ruth HenryMr. Thomas HermanMrs. Naniscah KoesslerMs. Katherine Kubala Mr. and Mrs. Michael KuettelMs. Joanna LangerakMr. Stephen T. LovulloMs. Barbara J. Menth Mr. and Mrs. Joseph NardielloMr. and Mrs. Matthew NeedhamMr. and Mrs. Edward C. NorthwoodJohn and Rose OrlukMr. and Mrs. Richard C. PenfoldMs. Claire Pingitore Mrs. Barbara B. RiedelMs. Harriet RosenfeldMr. and Mrs. Timothy J. Sheehy Mr. and Mrs. James TilleyMr. Alan Vogt Mr. and Mrs. Richard Williams Mr. R. Alfred Wodehouse and Dr. Anne D. Ehrlich

$100 to $249Mrs. Tanya B. Alexander Mr. Paul Babbitt and Ms. Judith A. Van NostrandMr. Christopher BealeMr. and Mrs. Daniel E. BartelsMrs. Diane D. BleichMs. Linda Buerk MattMs. Lois G. Cavanagh Mr. James L. Charlier Mr. Mikhail ChernovMs. Diane J. ChrismanMs. Nancy ChristodoulidesMr. and Mrs. Paul CieslikMr. and Mrs. Frederick B. CohenMr. and Mrs. James ConnollyMr. and Mrs. John R. ConnollyMr. and Mrs. Terrence M. ConnorsDr. Heidi C. Crow and Dr. John H. CampbellMr. and Mrs. Richard Cutting Ms. Beverly DaviesMr. and Mrs. Joseph DispenzaMr. Eugene F. DobbinsMr. and Mrs. John B. Drenning Ms. Donna J. Duignan Mr. and Mrs. Joseph C. FalconeMs. Wendy Fechter Mr. John Fitzpatrick Mr. and Mrs. William FlemingMs. Sheila L. FruehaufMrs. Norman S. FurmanMs. Anneliese GarverMr. David T. GorczynskiMs. Erin GrajekMr. and Mrs. Robert M. Greene, Esq.Mrs. Diane Halt Ms. Carol A. HarlosDr. and Mrs. Donald L. Hayes Ms. Alice A. HealyPamela D. HeilmanMr. and Mrs. Stephen Henry Ms. Deborah HillMs. Audrey A. HorbettMs. Joy HumesMrs. and Mr. Clinton F. Ivins, Jr.Dr. and Mrs. D. Bruce JohnstoneMs. Ruth A. Kaman Ms. Stephanie M. Karnas Mr. and Mrs. John T. KearnsMr. and Mrs. Michael P. KearnsMr. and Mrs. Martin F. KennedyMr. and Mrs. Robert Kochinski Mr. and Mrs. Paul C. KoppmannMr. and Mrs. Bruce A. Kratzenberg Mr. Jeffrey M. Lackner and Ms. Ann M. CarosellaMs. Dorothy LariccieMr. and Mrs. John Leitten Dr. and Mrs. A. Norman Lewin Mr. and Mrs. Ned T. LibrockMs. Marjorie LordMs. Donna LudwigMs. Mary P. LyonsMr. Michael J. Marszalek Mr. Bruce MayerMr. E. Dennis McCarthyMs. Diane Mennella Mr. James D. NewmanMr. Edwin O’ReillyMs. Kathleen M. PaineMs. Suzanne PilonMr. Christopher P. Poje

Mr. Ronald L. Raines Rory and Sara RootMs. Cynthia H. SaalfieldMs. Diane M. SanfilippoMr. and Mrs. John SchlegelMr. and Mrs. Jake SchneiderMs. Cynthia SchwartzMr. and Mrs. George Schwartzott Mr. and Mrs. Mike Shadrack Mr. David G. StrachanMr. Lawrence M. SzarachanMr. Albert TitusDr. and Mrs. John A. TuynMr. and Mrs. Frank A. Valenti Ms. Doris E. WiegandMs. Sigrid S. Weinschreider Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. WetterMr. and Mrs. Edward H. WhiteMr. and Mrs. Robert A. WidgerMr. Paul E. WieserMr. John L. Yates and Ms. R. L. CollinsMr. and Ms. John YurtchukMs. Patricia Zelazny

Corporate Investment

$15,000 or moreEcology and Environment, Inc.Fund for the ArtsWegmans Food Markets

$1,000 to $5,000Allied Publishers ServiceLamparelli Construction Inc.Mercy Hospital FoundationTry-it Distributing

$100 to $750Bronkie Agency, Inc.Donald Davis FoundationEighth District Federated Gardens ClubHSBC Philanthropic ProgramsLockwood’s Greenhouses and Farm, LLCLumsden & McCormick, LLPMader Contruction Co. Inc.McGard LLCMentholatum CompanyNational Fuel Gas Company FoundationPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton, and Garrison Charitable GiftReid Petroleum Corp.Shamrock SecurityWestern New York State Nursery & Landscape Association, Inc

Annual FundJust as photosynthesis is the source of energy and life for the plants in our collection, our benefactors, members, volunteers, and visitors are the source of our future sustainability. It is the joyful and generous philanthropy of our community that brings color to the Botanical Gardens.

Your support helps keep the Gardens alive with the vibrancy and diversity of our world’s ecosystems, opens up a world of color for our community to gain inspiration from, find comfort with, and be rejuvenated by. Help us Bring Color to the Gardens by investing in our mission today. Contact the development department at 716.827-1584 ext. 203, or donate online at www.buffalogardens.com.

Many thanks to the following benefactors for supporting the Botanical Gardens in 2011! *Donors with a star () after their name contributed 2 or more gifts to the 2011 Annual Fund.

Tina M. Bidwell, Photo Contest 2011

Perennial CircleHelp us ensure that our mission is “in bloom” all year long by becoming an inaugural member of the Perennial Circle. Your commitment to providing an automatic monthly or quarterly contribution to the Gardens can imbue a spirit of philanthropy throughout the year, ensuring that our ongoing programs, exhibits, and community events are properly funded.

We invite you to become an inaugural member of the Perennial Circle! For more information, contact the development department at 827.1584 ext. 203.

Palm Dome SocietyMembers of the Palm Dome Society form the core of support that breathes life into the Gardens every day. Through their involvement and philanthropy, members are building the foundation for the Gardens’ future fiscal sustainability, ensuring that the Gardens are here for generations to come.

Enjoy an insider’s view of the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens by joining the Palm Dome Society. Your annual tax-deductible gift of $1,000 or more will make you a partner with other committed individuals who are working together to support the Gardens’ programs that have an impact on nearly 90,000 visitors each year.

We are pleased to recognize the philanthropic investment of Palm Dome Society members with unique opportunities and privileges such as intimate behind-the-scenes tours with Gardens’ leadership, private previews to our shows and exhibits, and an annual benefactor’s reception.

For more information on becoming a member of this special group, please call the development department at 827.1584 ext. 203. Palm Dome Society Benefits Giving levels are named for the variety of palms found in the Palm Dome at the Gardens – our central and most majestic greenhouse.

Tributes and DedicationsA gift to the Botanical Gardens is a thoughtful and touching way to remember a loved one, honor a special person, offer gratitude, or commemorate a special occasion. Gifts of $150 or more can be beautifully recognized at the Gardens with the purchase of a brick or paver in our Perennial Garden. Additionally, we can offer donors the opportunity to…

J Dedicate an existing shrub, tree or garden bed J Select an outdoor teak bench or indoor bench and create an inscribed dedication J Plant a new tree J Have your honorees name inscribed on a stone monument in our Perennial Garden

We gratefully acknowledge our friends who offered gifts of support in tribute to a loved one over the last year. Please contact the development department at 827.1584 ext. 203 for more information about our Tributes and Dedications Program.

In Honor of Ann BarryMrs. Margaret B. DavisonMs. Carol E. HeckmanMs. Janice OkunMs. Angeline C. Pellien

In Honor of Mary L. RuckerMs. Gretchen A. Fink

In Honor of the Connors/Wohlfeil WeddingMs. Denise Wohlfeil

In Memory of Addison HeldMr. and Mrs. Jeffrey D. Welsh

In Memory of Edwin FavaMs. M. Kim BathrickMrs. Debora CecereMr. and Mrs. Jerry DeanMr. Paul DeanMs. Maura C. DesmondMr. and Mrs. William G. FavaMr. and Mrs. Leonard F. FroustetMs. Kathleen GrimmMr. and Mrs. Philip F. HubbertMr. Carl C. KinkelMr. and Mrs. Robert J. Kresse, Esq.Ms. Jane MansellMr. and Mrs. Pat MartinMr. and Mrs. Charles MartoranaMilbrook High School Social CommitteeMr. A W MruczekMr. and Mrs. Patrick K. ParryMrs. Monica Spaulding

Complimentary Family Membership

Invitation to private preview

receptions and other events

Invitation to the annual Stakeholders meeting

Personally guided tour of the Gardens

Recognition in the Gardens Newsletter,

Under the Dome

Personal tour of the Gardens with a member of the Horticultural Staff

Personal lunch and tour of the Gardens

for two with the President/CEO

Opportunity to Host a private event at the

Gardens for up to 25 guests (catering not included)

Majesty$10,000 or more

Royal$5,000 - $9,999

Bamboo$2,500 - $4,999

Chocolate$1,000 - $2,499

Ms. Amy L. StebleinMrs. Anne StebleinMs. Carol J. StebleinMs. Rachel StenclikMr. and Mrs. John ZobelMs. Sara Zobel

In Memory of Lucinda RedmonMs. Margery Samuelson

In Memory of Gene and Ellen SteinerMr. and Mrs. Kevin Adams

In Memory of Gerald N. SchroederMr. Joe Sorrentino

In Memory of Amy LowMr. and Mrs. Peter M. Danforth

In Memory of Irene KoubekMrs. Kathleen M. BelscherMr. and Mrs. Edmund J. Burke, Jr.Ms. Mary A. CerneMs. Marion DorerEden Garden Study ClubMr. Bernard B. FreedmanMrs. Maria GerbrachtMr. and Mrs. Richard L. HirschMr. and Mrs. Patrick R. McCannMr. & Mrs. John and Kathy NyquistMs. Mary Lou PuleoMs. Mary J. Shonn

In Memory of Joseph T. McLeodMs. Theresa O’Connell

Catherine Godwin, Photo Contest 2011

In Memory of Mark R. BeisDeborah Beis

In Memory of Mary Ann WilkinsMs. Erin L. Wilkins

In Memory of Patricia NewmanMr. and Mrs. Peter M. Danforth

In Memory of Rev. Herbert C. Haley “Herbie C. Bear”

Tuesday Morning Men’s Group at Windom Community Church

In Memory of Robert HetzlerBCLA Block ClubMs. Kathy J. BurrMs. Wanda KnightMs. Kathy KrenMrs. Geraldine PilatMr. & Mrs. Dick and Pat PorterfieldMs. Patricia M. QuinlivanMr. and Mrs. Michael ShedlerSister Jane MuldoonSisters of Mercy of the AmericasMr. James P. SweeneyMr. Richard Tabbi

In Memory of Susan GervaseMr. and Mrs. Peter M. Danforth

In Memory of Suzanne WiltbergerMr. and Mrs. Peter M. Danforth

Sunday Kids Programs May 27, June 24, July 22 August 26, September 2311am-1pm, *Included with admissionKids aged 4-10 will have a wonderful time as they dabble in a new activity each month with help from docents.

Monday Morning Adult Art Classes Series WD - June 4, 11, 18, 25Series WE - August 27, September 10, 17, 248:45-10:15am - GM$54 per series/$15 per class, NM$60 per series/$16 per classNovice or Veteran artist - you’ll benefit from Joan’s tutelage. For a suggested list of supplies, call 827.1584 ext. 291.

Saturday Art Classes for KidsSeries KE - June 2, 16, 23Series KF - September 29,October 6, 13 9-10:30am - GM&NM $30 per series or $11 per classThese multi-medium art classes are for kids ages 5-15. Taught by Artist Joan Saba, a product will be complete in each class. Supplies are included.

Master Gardeners of Erie County - May 12, 26, June 9, 23, July 7, 21, August 4, 18, September 1, 15, 29

Master Gardeners will be at the Gardens to answer gardening questions. Bring your soil to test! Soil testing will be done while you wait. For a small fee of $5, you may bring up to three different samples. Soil remediation strategies will be suggested based on the findings. Proceeds from the soil testing benefit the Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners of Erie County. Please call 827.1584 ext. 291 for information on how to take your soil samples.

Wire Wrapped Stone Cabochon - May 176-8pm - GM$45, NM$50Diana Traver of Exotic Gemmery will teach you how to create a pendent of your own! A cabochon (from the French word caboche or head), is a gemstone which has been shaped and polished as opposed to faceted. Chain not included.

Rachel - May 5-June 3Through a Child’s Lens*Included with admissionHer first exhibition... Rachel is a 10-year-old fourth grader. Her photographs have received first place at the Erie County Fair and she has won first place in the Binational Tourism Alliance’s Doors Open Niagara Architage Contest four years in a row, including an award for the photograph of the Botanical Gardens that is in this exhibition. She enjoys taking pictures of plants and architecture, which makes the Gardens a natural fit. In the future, she hopes to be an art teacher and a photographer.

National Teacher Day - May 83:30-6pm - Free for Teachers (with ID)To honor this noble profession, we are offering free admission from 3-6pm on National Teachers’ Day to all teachers. Just show your id badge and come in to see what we have to offer. Enjoy a free tour, science demos and more!

Calendar of Programs & Events

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National Public Gardens Day - May 1110am-5pm - $1Free mini-tours all day!Members and kids under 3 are always Free! National Public Gardens Day is a national day of celebration to raise awareness of America’s public gardens and their important role in environmental stewardship and awareness, plant and water conservation, and education in communities nationwide.

Medicinal Garden - May 1110am-2pm - * included with admissionArthritis Awareness & Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month - May Activities include: educational presentations and displays about prevention, identification and treatment of arthritis and osteoporosis; botanical displays of plants from which current medications are derived and from which future medications are being researched.

Mother’s Day Tea Cup Arrangement - May 1211am-12:30pm, GM$30, NM$35Put a tear in Mom’s eye when you present her with this lovely fresh flower arrangement in a china tea cup! Kids, with an accompanying adult, are welcome to participate.

Bonsai Show - May 19-2010am-5pm - $9 Adults, $8 Seniors (55+) & Students (13+ with ID), $5 Kids 3-12, Members and kids under 3 are always Free! Bonsai masters and novices display their prized trees at their peak. Do not miss this once a year opportunity to see these meticulously manicured trees all in one place. This event is brought to you by The Buffalo Bonsai Society and the Gardens.

The Great Plant Sale - May 19-20May 18 - 4-7pm - Members and Volunteers Only! Open to the Public May 19-20 9am-4pm In the new Administration Building

Hanging basketsOrnamental trees & shrubs

Rare and unusual plantsUnusual ornamentals

Deer resistant plants & flowersNative plants

Tropical plantsAnnuals

PerennialsHerbs

And much, much more!!

Museum Week - May 31 - June 61-3pm each day... Free mini tours of the Botanical Gardens!$7 Adults, $6 Seniors (55+) & Students (13+ with ID), $4 Kids 3-12, Members and kids under 3 are always Free! Visit your local museums during this state-wide Museum Week!

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William Smyers - June 9 - August 26Spectrums of MeThis exhibit will express the full color spectrum of what Mother Nature has to offer. My images are fresh, peaceful and reflective of my view of the world around us and the beauty of the Botanical Gardens.

Celebration of Color - June 16 - August 510am-5pm - $9 Adults, $8 Seniors (55+) & Students (13+ with ID), $5 Kids 3-12, Members and kids under 3 are always Free! Nature has so much color to offer and we are going to highlight it! From our front walkway, outdoor perennial shrub garden to our indoor tropical paradise... the Gardens will be bursting with colorful plants and flowers!

Garden Railway Exhibit - June 7 - July 110am-5pm - Included with Garden AdmissionBrought to you by the Botanical Gardens and the Western New York Garden Railway Society

Doors Open Niagara - June 152012 is the 10th Anniversary of Binational Doors Open Niagara. Binational Doors Open Niagara Weekend is from June 15 -17. Visit some of the most beautiful and interesting 19th century heritage, architectural and garden locations in North America. Come experience a different side of Niagara this summer! For complete details go to www.doorsopenniagara.com or call 877.884.2736.

Medicinal Garden - June 1610am-2pm - * included with admissionMen’s Health Month - JuneActivities include: educational presentations and displays about general men’s health and prostate health; botanical displays of plants from which current medications are derived and from which future medications are being researched.

National Garden Festival - June 22 - July 29A regional effort! Go to www.nationalgardenfestival.com for more info!

Starry Night in the Garden - June 276-9pm Tickets - $40, VIP Tickets - $100Join Star 102.5 and the Gardens to celebrate the beautiful Botanical Gardens. Popular musical groups, local restaurants, wineries and breweries come together to party into the night to benefit the Gardens. Go to www.mystar1025.com for more information and to purchase tickets!

BPO Concert at the Gardens - June 297pmJoin the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra for a free outdoor concert at the beautiful Botanical Gardens. Associate Conductor Matthew Kraemer will lead the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra in a performance of light classical favorites. This concert is part of the BPO 2012 Summer in the Parks Concert Series and is sponsored by First Niagara. For more information, visit www.bpo.org.

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Art Camps for KidsStrictly Watercolor 1 - July 16-20 Multi-Medium Art Camp 1 - July 23-27 Drawing Camp - July 30-August 3 Multi-Medium Art Camp 11 - August 13-17Strictly Watercolor 11 - August 20-249am-12pmGarden Members child $80 per week or $17 per dayNon-Members child $90 per week or $19 per dayDon’t become a victim of kids’ classic summer chant, “There’s nothing to do around here. I’m bored.” Sign them for a week or two of art fun with professional artist and teacher, Joan Saba. Space is limited so register early. Call 827.1584 ext. 291.

Lunch Bunch - The After Camp Adventure ClubJuly 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, August 2, 14, 16, 21, 2312pm-2pm, $7/day in addition to camp cost. You must be registered in camp to participate.Let the kids continue the fun at Lunch Bunch! Send them to camp with their lunch and we’ll do the rest. There will be gardening goings-on, discovery doins’, games and more. Call 827.1584 ext. 291.

Teddy Bear Picnic - August 111am-1pm $5 per person (includes picnic lunch - grilled hot dog, snack & beverage)By reservation only. Please call the TR Site, 884.0095It’s Teddy Bear Picnic time and we’re joining forces again with our special friends at the Theodore Roosevelt Innagural Site. featuring... Mama Earth’s Kitchen Band Show. Teddy Bear Picnic is a fun day for all! Special thanks to Young Audiences of Western New York for their generous support of this event.

Succulent Show - September 10 - October 210am-5pm - $9 adults, $8 seniors & students, $5 kids 3-12, members & kids under 3 are free! A great success last year... a visitor FAVORITE! This show will feature many different types of cacti and succulents displayed in unique ways. Some will be common landscape succulents used in rock gardens such as Sedums and Sempervivums (Hens and Chicks). We will also showcase many unusual or not so common plants such as the Split-Rock plant native to Africa. There will be many different types of succulents such as Echeverias, Aeoniums and Euphorbias on display. New designs this year will include some whimsical surprises!

See registration form or register onlinewww.buffalogardens.com

Horticulture Program

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Horticulture 1 Certificate Serieswith David Clark, HorticulturistThe Certificate Program is for serious gardeners as well as those who just want to know more than gardening basics. To earn the certificate, you must attend all six classes, but individual classes may be taken if desired. If you’ve ever attended a class that David has taught, you know you’re in for a memorable experience! David has a wealth of knowledge and is able to convey his subject with infectious enthusiasm. You’ll be entertained while you learn! 11am-1pm *Check www.buffalogardens.com for dates!GM$105 series / $20 per class, NM$130 series / $25 per classBonus Class! Ken Brown - October 6 *See belowHCP 101 Basic Botany and Plant EnvironmentHCP 102 Basic PropagationHCP 103 Pest Management and DiseaseHCP 104 Shrubs and TreesHCP 105 Annuals and PerennialsHCP 106 Garden Design

Horticulture 11 Certificate Series

with David Clark, Horticulturist11am-1pm *Check www.buffalogardens.com for dates!GM$105 series / $20 per class, NM$130 series / $25 per classBonus Class! Ken Brown - October 6 *See belowHCP 201 Soil ScienceHCP 202 Advanced PropagationHCP 203 Practical Principles of PruningHCP 204 HydroponicsHCP 205 Water Gardening HCP 206 Landscape Design 2 - Landscape Remediation and Grasses

Ken Brown - October 6Things Gardeners Should Know But Don’t11am-12pm, GM$8, NM$10, Students$5Join WBEN’s Gardening Guru Ken Brown as he discusses soil quality, disease resistant plants, garden nutrients and more in the home garden. *This is also included as a Bonus Class in the Horticulture I & II Sponsored by: The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners of Erie County and 8th District Federated Garden Clubs of New York State

Victorian Tea - October 711am-1pm, GM$20, NM$24 - Join us for a light lunch, tasty tea and an entertaining presentation. Unique teapots will be available for your shopping pleasure…and don’t forget to don your Victorian bonnet! Registration is required - call 827.1584 ext. 291

Wednesday Morning Adult Drawing ClassesSeries DC - September 12, 19, 26, October 38:45-10:15amGM$54 per series/$15 per class, NM$60 per series/$16 per classTaught by Joan Saba, this beginner/intermediate drawing class will cover shading techniques, value scale, symmetry, grid method, perspective, positive and negative space and composition. For a list of supplies, call 827.1584 ext. 291.

Glenn Kroetsch - September 1 - October 7Visual ParablesThe subject matter for my paintings & colorized digital photos comes from my love of scripture & nature. I make frequent retreats to the Botanical Gardens & other WNY nature sites to find endless inspiration. I create abstractions from plant forms, with the integration of light, color and texture to express my spiritual journey.

Fall Plant Sale - September 21-22Perennials, flowering shrubs and more!

Gala at the Gardens - September 287-11pm- Cocktails, Garden Tours, Silent Auction7:45pm - Dinner PresentationSave the date for this year’s Gala in the Gardens! Please join Co-Chairs Robert and Mary Ann Kresse and Michael and Alex Montante for an evening of gratitude and friendship surrounded by the beauty of the Gardens. For sponsorship and ticket information, please contact the development department at 827.1584 ext. 203.

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Saturday Art Classes for Kids cGM&NM $30 per series or ($11 per class - circle dates attending)

cSeries KE - June 2, 16, 23 cSeries KF - September 29,October 6, 13

Monday Morning Adult Art Classes cGM$54 per series or ($15 per class - circle dates attending) cNM$60 per series or ($16 per class - circle dates attending)

cSeries WD - June 4, 11, 18, 25 cSeries WE - August 27, September 10, 17, 24

cWire Wrapped Stone Cabochon - May 17 - GM$45, NM$50

cMother’s Day Tea Cup - May 12 - GM$30, NM$35

cArt Camps for Kids cStrictly Watercolor 1 - July 16-20 cMulti-Medium Art Camp 1 - July 23-27 cDrawing Camp - July 30-August 3 cMulti-Medium Art Camp 11 - August 13-17 cStrictly Watercolor 11 - August 20-24

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July 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, August 2, 14, 16, 21, 23Drawing Classes - Series DC - September 12, 19, 26, October 3

cGM$54 per series or ($15 per class - circle dates attending) cNM$60 per series or ($16 per class - circle dates attending)

Horticulture 1 Certificate Series cGM$105 for series or ($20 per class - circle dates attending) cNM$130 for series or ($25 per class - circle dates attending)

cKen Brown - Bonus Class! - October 6 cHCP 101 Basic Botany cHCP 102 Basic Propagation cHCP 103 Pest Management cHCP 104 Shrubs and Trees cHCP 105 Annuals and Perennials cHCP 106 Garden Design

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cGM$105 for series or ($20 per class - circle dates attending) cNM$130 for series or ($25 per class - circle dates attending)

cKen Brown - Bonus Class! - October 6 cHCP 201 Soil Science cHCP 202 Advanced Propagation cHCP 203 Practical Pruning cHCP 204 Hydroponics cHCP 205 Water Gardening cHCP 206 Landscape Design 2 - June 30

cKen Brown - October 6 - GM$8, NM$10, Students$5

cVictorian Tea - October 7 - GM$20, NM$24

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Join the Welcome Team of the Botanical Gardens and Volunteer in the Gift Shop!The Gift Shop is currently looking for new, friendly faces to join our volunteer team. From greeting guests to helping someone find a special gift for a loved one, the Gift Shop is perfect for the volunteer who loves talking with people and meeting many Garden visitors from around the world.

No experience necessary, the Gift Shop staff will provide training on the registers and other procedures of the position and will assist you as you become more comfortable working. The only requirements are a positive attitude, desire to help visitors, and a love for the Gardens.

If you are interested in volunteering in the Gift Shop, please contact, Nate Drag at 827.1584 ext. 207 or ndrag@buffalogardens.com.