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Summer 2008 Issue

C O A S T A L M A I N E B O T A N I C A L G A R D E N S N E W S L E T T E R

$1.5 Million Challenge Grant Spurs on Capital Campaign BY JOHN R. GILES, CHAIR PLANTING A LIVING LEGACY CAPITAL CAMPAIGN

As we fast approach the first anniversary of the Grand Opening of the Gardens, I am delighted to share the news that one of Maine’s largest foundations, the Harold Alfond Founda-tion, has presented the

Gardens with a magnificent challenge to name the Children’s Garden! If we are able to raise $1.5 million for the capital campaign, the Foundation will match it with a gift of $1.5 million, dollar for dollar! $500,000 of the grant will go into a dedicated endowment for programs and maintenance associated with the garden.

If the challenge is suc-cessfully met, the garden will be named The Bibby and Harold Alfond Children’s Garden and will be among the largest children’s gardens

Inside: 4 Bill Cullina Joins Staff as Curator 5 Calendar of Events 9 Welcome DaPonte String Quartet10 Register for One-of-a-Kind Tours

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Board of DirectorsPRESIDENT:

Paul G. “Robbie” Roberts, Jr. Trevett, ME; Naples, FLCO-VICE-PRESIDENT:

Robert Boyd Boothbay Harbor, MECO-VICE-PRESIDENT:

John T. Heald, Jr.Southport, ME; Delray Beach, FLTREASURER:

Susan Haney Boothbay, ME; St. Petersburg, FLSECRETARY:

Betsy MorrellLincolnville Beach, MEGeorge F. Burns, Esq.Capitol Island & Falmouth, MECathy CourtEast Boothbay, MERaymond C. EganBoothbay, MEElsie Freeman, MDBarters Island, MESarah GilesEast Boothbay, ME; Candia, NHIna HeafitzEdgecomb, ME; Newton, MASandra Blake LeonardBangor, MEPenny MatthewsWest Boothbay Harbor, MENeil Newton, MDEast Boothbay & Hallowell, MELynne C. NordhoffW. Boothbay Harbor, ME; Naples, FLSusan Reid RussellAlna,, MENancy D. TindalBoothbay, MEMuffie Van VoorhisBoothbay, ME

Directors EmeritiDonna Phinney (Past President)Wiscasset, MEJohn R. Giles (Past President)East Boothbay, ME; Candia, NHRollins HaleBoothbay Harbor, MEMaggie RogersWiscasset, ME

Board of OverseersCHAIR:

Sheryl Kerr Blue Hill, MEVICE-CHAIR:

Frederick CopelandBoothbay Harbor, ME; Avon, CTSECRETARY:

Jean Hamilton Barters Island, ME; Durham NCKaren BartholomewWest Boothbay Harbor, ME; Menlo Park, CALaird Cleaver Southport, ME; Lincoln, MA; Vero Beach, FLMarylouise CowanSouthport, MERalph DoeringWiscasset, ME; Ft. Lauderdale, FLBlythe EdwardsEdgecomb, MEGayle W. FarrisW. Boothbay Hbr., ME; Boston, MAClaire Hunt, Ph.D. (Past President)Boothbay, MEMargaret Barr KulpS. Bristol, ME; Louisville KYDaniel M. LernerBoothbay Harbor, ME; Palm Beach, FL; Merion Station, PAAndrew S. LoveTenants Hbr., ME; St. Louis, MOHelen A. NortonHarpswell, MELawrence “Larry” R. PughYarmouth, MESally Jeffords RadcliffeSouthport, ME; New York NYMartha RobesRound Pond, ME; Boca Grande, FLAl RoféBarters Island, ME; Houston, TXEmery RoyallSouthport, MEJoseph SchubertTrevett, ME; New Canaan, CTJ.P. SmithBoothbay Hbr., ME; Ponte Vedra, FLLawrence TownleyDamariscotta, ME

Administrative Staff Executive Director: Maureen HeffernanChief Financial Officer: Thomas BoudinDir. of Marketing & Visitor Services: Margaret HoffmanDirector of Communications: Barbara FreemanVolunteer Coordinator: Amanda RussellOffice Manager & Executive Assistant: Gabrielle DiPerriMembership & Annual Fund Manager: Jen Lawlor Marketing Assistant: Valerie Tu’ineau Receptionist (seasonal): Susan Seagers Librarians (vol.): Pat Jeremiah (head), Bonnie Ginger

Horticulture/Grounds StaffPlant and Garden Curator: William CullinaDirector of Horticulture: Richard B. ZiegHorticulturist: Justin NicholsHead Groundskeeper: Bruce McElroyAssistant Groundskeeper: Sharmon ProvanDan Bisbee, Gareth Crosby (seasonal)

Seasonal Visitor Services StaffJanet Brennan, Dorothy Ferrell, Elaine HarlowSusan Reynolds, Janice Serencko, Billie WinicovGift Shop buyer (volunteer): Anne VartabedianKitchen Garden Café Managers/Chefs: Wendy and

Paul Johnson

Contact UsPhone: 207-633-4333

Fax: 207-633-2366

Web: www.mainegardens.org

E-mail: [email protected]

Location: Barters Island Road, Boothbay

Mailing: PO Box 234 Boothbay, ME 04537

Many Reasons to Visit in 2008

This is it. The new garden season is here and our second official season has also begun. With an exciting new schedule of special events and garden attractions, we hope to surpass our 2007 attendance of 40,000 and have many new members join our organization to help us grow.

When you visit us this season, you’ll see many new improvements and projects in the works: % Ongoing construction of our exciting Lerner Garden of the

Five Senses with a Grand Opening scheduled for June 2009. % A striking new stone waterfall in the Giles Rhododendron

& Perennial Garden.% Hundreds of new plantings in the Cleaver Event Lawn

area with beautiful specimen trees including Dawn Redwoods, Kousa Dogwoods and Weeping Beeches.

% Our Burpee Kitchen Garden planted with a design by University of Maine at Orono horticulture design students.

% Eight charming child-themed display gardens designed to inspire parents and grandparents to build simple yet imaginative play and discovery gardens in backyards to ignite children’s interest and appreciation for plants and gardens.

And in addition to all of the new horticultural attractions, we have a not-to-be-missed sculpture show of kinetic works by George Sherwood —things are in motion at the Gardens!

Maureen HeffernanExecutive Director

P.S. Please keep telling us how we are doing. Your com-ments and suggestions are always welcome and help us under-stand how to improve.

FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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Mission Statement: Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is committed to the protection, preservation and enhancement of the botanical heritage of coastal Maine for people of all ages through horticulture, education and research.

in the country. Designed by renowned landscape architect Herb Schaal of EDAW, it may be the most impressive and ambitious of the numerous award-win-ning children’s gardens he has designed. The plans are wonderful!

Children’s literature by Maine authors such as E.B. White, Barbara Cooney and Robert McCloskey will be the theme that permeates the garden, and each facet will present ways for children to learn while they play and interact with nature. A section within the garden will provide children with a place where they can actively garden through hands-on gardening programs. They will dig in the dirt and learn how to propagate, fertilize,

open in the spring of 2010. Once open, we anticipate that visitorship will increase dra-matically, making Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens a favorite destination for families from all over Maine and beyond.

We are thrilled and grateful to have the validation and support of the presti-gious Harold Alfond Foundation!

Where Do Gardens Members Live? Ever wondered where all of our new members are from? You'd be surprised. They live in every corner of the nation, from Alaska to Puerto Rico, California to New England. Some have summer houses in Maine, but many have no Maine address. They simply decided to support the Gardens with their membership, and in the process, garner benefits for themselves. A major perk is the reciprocal privileges at hundreds of public gardens and other sites across the continent, through the American Horticultural Society.

Membership: A Great GiftIf you’re looking for the perfect birthday, anniversary, or thank-you gift—the gift that truly does keep on giving—then consider a gift membership. We’ll send the membership packet for you, or you can wrap it up and present it yourself.

Individual and family memberships each include all of the basic benefits: free admission to the Gardens, discounts on programs and in the gift shop, four issues of The Botanical Thymes, invitations to members-only events, program updates,

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Go Green Raffle! Win a 2008 Toyota Prius HybridTicket price: $100(Only 500 will be sold)Drawing: Thursday, August 14, 2008

Proceeds will be matched by the Harold Alfond Foundation Challenge Grant. To order your ticket, stop by the Visitor Center or call 207-633-4333. Winner is subject to the following terms & conditions: Winner must provide taxpayer identification number. Winner must pay withholding amounts for W-2G gambling income (25% of fair market value of the car). Winner is responsible for tax, title and delivery charges. The purchase of this ticket is not tax-deductible. Winner need not be present to win.

compost, and harvest; they will learn about environmental steward-ship and respect for nature and more.

Children will be drawn to the garden by its many charming features such as little boats to row out to the ‘blueberry islands,” fairy houses, a cave, a “keeper’s cottage” with wildflowers growing from a sod roof, and an Abenaki camp tucked in the woods.

This challenge grant gives the Gardens a major incentive to work diligently and enthusiastically to earn the $1.5 million grant—the biggest challenge we have ever received! If all goes well, the Bibby and Harold Alfond Children’s Garden will

and reciprocity with other gardens. Additional levels of membership include other discounts and benefits.

Once you discover just how welcome your gift of membership is, you can put renewals on your list year after year. Doesn’t that sound like a great gift solution?

A Request for Our MembersWe have grown from 1,000 to 3,000 memberships in the past year, and we realize we have much to learn about what inspired you to join and what you value most about your membership. In an effort to better serve you this year and into the future, we are undertaking a survey to learn how you regard your membership and its benefits and Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens as a whole.

Because this is the Gardens' first full year in operation, your feedback is very important to us. We would appreciate your taking a few minutes to complete the survey, as soon as possible, by one of the following means: pick up a copy at the front desk in the Visitor Center and complete and return it here, or go to www.mainegardens.org and follow the links to respond on-line or print out the survey and return it to us by mail.

We very much appreciate your taking the time to tell us your views!

Earn a Certificate in Native Plant StudiesWe’re continuing our collaboration with the New England Wild Flower Society by offering a co-sponsored Certificate in Native Plant Studies. The courses are open to everyone, whether you wish to earn a certificate or simply want to expand your knowledge.

“Many people want to learn how to plant native species in their gardens, or identify plants they find on their property, while others can go through a native plant certificate program which provides training through a structured series of classes,” explains Greg Lowenberg, education director at NEWFS.

Those enrolled in this program will gain a greater appreciation and understanding of native plant habitats, common and rare species, conserva-tion issues, and uses of native plants in horticulture and design. Certificate students engage in ongoing public and private efforts to preserve and restore native New England flora. Individuals are able to participate in the program at their own pace.

“I feel this is a natural next step in an already great partnership between our organizations,” said Maureen Heffernan, Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens’ Executive Director. “I am thrilled to put the first four certificate program classes on the calendar for this summer: Wildflowers of New England and Native Herbaceous Plant Materials, which are multi-day core-level courses, as well as Design a Native Mixed Border Garden and Pruning Fundamentals, which are elective courses in the program.”

For more details, please see our calendar or visit www.mainegardens.org.

We’re proud to announce that Bill Cullina has been hired as Coastal Maine Botani-cal Gardens’ first plant and

garden curator. Bill and his wife, Melissa, along with their 5-year-old son and infant twins have transplanted to the Booth-bay region from Woodstock, Conn. Bill officially joined the Gardens’ staff in June but had already pitched in on some of the planning for this summer’s projects.

His job includes overseeing the development of the gardens and collec-tions; heading the horticulture depart-ment; and outreach to the public, profes-sionals and academia though classes, lectures, and writing.

When asked about his reasons for accepting this new position, he replies, “Coastal Maine has a mystique and charisma all its own: A rich, idiosyncratic cultural history combines with a unique and beautiful geology, flora, and a mild, damp maritime climate to create a setting most garden designers and horticulturists can only dream of. To have the oppor-tunity to help develop a young public garden on a beautiful piece of waterfront property along the Maine coast is a dream come true in itself, but Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens has a youthful energy and vitality that is everywhere evident in the enthusiasm of the staff, trustees and members. Because of all this, I feel that it is truly poised to become one of the great public gardens of the world, and I am eager to help it achieve this lofty goal.”

The Gardens are fortunate to have in Bill a staff member who is a nationally recognized speaker, writer and expert on native plants. You may have heard his talk, “The Best Native Plants for a Sense of Place,” at our 2006 symposium. You had a chance to hear him again during the Gardens’ June 6-8 Garden Fair & Native Plant Sale, where he gave two presenta-tions: “Made in Maine: Indigenous Plants Downeast” and “Propagating Wildflowers from Cuttings and Divisions.” We hope you’ll welcome Bill when you see him at the Gardens.

William Cullina (pronounced kul-EYE-nuh) holds degrees in plant science and psychology and has been working in plant propagation and nursery production for more than 20 years. In 1995 he became

nursery manager and propagator, and most recently was direc-tor of horticultural research, at the New England Wild Flower Society's Garden in the Woods and Nasami Farm—now the largest retail native plant nursery in New England with locations in Framingham and Whately, Mass.

“My work is a fusion of horticulture and ecology,” Bill explains. “I believe that sound garden design and development can borrow from both disciplines to pro-vide a practical, beautiful, and responsible way for us to live with and learn from the non-human world.”

Bill has lectured extensively to garden and professional groups and writes frequently for popular and technical journals. His highly instruc-tive and beautifully illustrated books include The New England Wild Flower Society Guide to Growing and Propagat-ing Wildflowers of the United States and Canada (Houghton Mifflin, 2000); a follow-up volume, Native Trees, Shrubs, and Vines—a guide to using, grow-ing and propagating North American woody plants (2002); Understanding Orchids (2004); and a third volume in the natives series on grasses, ferns, and mosses (2008). His latest book is Under-standing Perennials, which Bill says is “a book about everything you ever wanted to know about perennials but were afraid to ask.”

Executive Director Maureen Hef-fernan is looking forward to working with Bill and appreciates that his exten-sive plant and horticultural knowledge will provide new opportunities for the Gardens. “We couldn’t be more fortunate to have Bill join us at this point in our gardens’ development,” she says. “It’s like getting first pick in the plantsmen draft! Bill will surely put his expert stamp on expanding and improving our overall collections, building a top New England native plant collection, enhancing our educational programs and building our research and propagation programs.”

To learn more about Bill Cullina and his move to Maine and the Gardens, visit his Web site, www.williamcullina.com.

Bill Cullina Joins Gardens Staff as Curator

STARFLOWER, TRIENTALIS BOREALIS


Special EventsFriday, July 11: LEVIATHAN: THE HISTORY OF WHALING IN AMERICA Slide show and talk by best-selling author Eric Jay Dolin

8 p.m. $10 (proceeds benefit The Bibby and Harold Alfond Children’s Garden)¹ Hear the epic story of iron men in wooden boats as author and environmental scientist Eric Jay Dolin sheds new light on the romantic and often tragic story of America’s whaling history. Dolin’s slide talk is based on his book, Leviathan, which has been selected as one of the best non-fiction books of 2007, as well as one of the year’s ten best history books. Sponsored by Boothbay Railway Village, Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, Maine Writers & Publishers Alliance, and the Ocean Classroom Foundation.

Saturday, July 12: 4TH ANNUAL BOOKS & BLOOMS BOOK FAIR

12:30–3:30 p.m. Free with regular Gardens admission

¹ The Books & Blooms Book Fair at the Gardens pairs readers with their favorite authors for conversation, readings and book signings. More than 60 authors, many of whom have received major awards, will be at the Gardens for this event. Books are available for sale. Co-sponsored by Maine Writers & Publishers Alliance.

Calendar of EventsListings are subject to change. All events and programs are located at the Gardens unless otherwise indicated. While few events and programs actually have tickets, registration is often required. For more information or to register, stop by the Visitor Center, call 207-633-4333, or visit www.mainegardens.org.

Wednesday, July 16: PREVIEW PARTY FOR ANTIQUES IN THE GARDENS Honorary Chair: Martha Stewart

Patrons 5:00–8:00 p.m.; all other guests 6:00–8:00 p.m.

Patrons $100; All other guests $45 ¹ This event is not only a chance to be the first to see and purchase from the exciting antique show selection, but also an op-portunity to enjoy time with Martha Stewart. Patrons will have an additional hour to enjoy the company of the show’s honorary chair and will enjoy “bubbly” Cava from Spain, as well as the other wines and gourmet hors d’oeuvres served throughout the evening.

Thursday, July 17: ANTIQUES IN THE GARDENS—Co-Sponsored by the Maine Antiques Dealers Association

10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Before July 17: $15 (show & Gardens);

July 17: $10 (show only); $17 (show & Gardens)¹ See details on back page.

Saturday, July 19: 11TH ANNUAL HIDDEN TREASURES HOUSE & GARDEN TOUR

10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. In advance—$25 members; $30 non-mem-

bers; $35 for all on tour day¹ Visit exceptional properties on this self-guid-ed tour. Enjoy our traditional homemade cook-ies and lemonade in one of the Gardens. Box lunches can be pre-ordered from the Kitchen Garden Café; see www.mainegardens.org for sandwich choices.

Thursday, August 14: AN EVENING OF MOONLIGHT, MUSIC AND MAGIC

6:00 p.m. cocktails; 7:00 p.m. dinner Price: $150

¹ This major fundraiser’s fabulous food and exciting features will make it one of the most memorable events of the season! Dance to tunes played by the Coro-nados (New England’s #1 dance band). Dine on hors d’oeuvres followed by a three-course plated dinner. Enjoy libations from the open bar. Bid on fine art in a silent auction. Be on the spot for the announcement of the winner of a Toyota Prius. See page 3.

September 12, 13, 14: MAINE FARE¹ Celebrate Maine food and cooking, both new and traditional, at this exciting—and delicious—event.

Art Exhibits and ReceptionsCoastal Maine Botanical Gardens proudly presents works in a variety of mediums by some of New England’s finest artists. Entry to art exhibits and art show receptions at the Gardens is free for members and with regular admission for non-members. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of art benefits the Gardens.

Through July 7: “THE FOUR SEASONS” Alan Fishman Exhibit ¹ Nearly two dozen vibrantly colored acrylic paintings of landscapes throughout the year.

June 11–July 27: “WIND & LIGHT” EXHIBIT OF KINETIC SCULPTURE by acclaimed artist George Sherwood¹ Saturday, June 14: opening reception: Talk by George Sherwood, 2 p.m., and garden party from 3–5 p.m.¹ Wednesday, June 25: Tour of the show with curator June LaCombe, 10 a.m.

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Friday–Sunday, August 8, 9 & 10: MAINE FAIRY HOUSE FESTIVAL

1:00-4:00 p.m. each day Free for members and with Gardens

admission fee for non-members ¹ At this magical event, enjoy building fairy houses, wands and crowns; stories and readings by popular authors and presenters; fairy games; fairy teas; live performances, including ballet on the Great Lawn; display fairy houses; and the great bubble machine! Sponsored by Savings Bank of Maine, Hannaford Supermarkets and Downeast Energy & Building Supply.

*fee includes Gardens admission


Saturday, July 5 (rain date, Sunday, July 6): PLEIN-AIR PAINT OFF/WET ART SALE

July 9–July 26: “NEAR AT HAND” John Whalley ExhibitView paintings and draw-ings of extraordinary detail and beauty.¹ Wednesday, July 9, opening reception, 5 p.m.¹ Sunday, July 13, Artist’s Talk, 2 p.m.

July 29–August 11: “THE FLOWER GIRLS” exhibit of photographs by Patrisha McLean¹ Sunday, August 3: Artist’s Talk, 2 p.m.; reception 3–5 p.m.

August 14–September 30: ANNA B. MCCOY, Oils and WatercolorsSee work by this talented member of the McCoy and Wyeth families of artists.¹ August 16 (5-7 p.m.): Public reception for the artist.

2008 Kitchen Garden SeriesThe Gardens offers an exciting series of specialty dinners, cooking classes and talks by renowned chefs, kitchen gardeners and garden writers in the beautiful Kitchen Garden Café. Co-presented by Maine Food & Lifestyle Magazine.

Friday, June 20: SUMPTUOUS SEAFOOD DINNER

6:00–8:00 p.m. $60 members; $75 non-members (includes wine) ¹ Chef Jen Flock is corpo-rate chef at Browne Trading Company in Portland, sup-plier to many of the nation’s best seafood restaurants. She will create a delicious dinner to delight all who love the finest seafood: Maine peekytoe crab with fennel and apple over greens served with St Andre crostini and Calvisius caviar: seared bigeye tuna steak with kohlrabi, carrot and cabbage slaw; seasonal berry shortcake with lemon curd and Chantilly cream.

Tuesday, July 8: CHEF JAMES METZGER, OWNER OF 74 MAINE BISTRO, OUTDOOR GRILLING DEMO & TASTING

4:00–5:30 p.m. $25 members; $35 non-members

¹ Grill meister James Metzger demonstrates how to make the most of food cooked over flames. He’ll be serving grilled flank steak, grilled halibut, and grilled chicken.

Friday, August 15: SPECIALTY DINNER BY ROB EVANS OF HUGO’S RESTAURANT IN PORTLAND

6:00–8:00 p.m. $60 members; $75 non-members (includes wine)Rob Evans, chef at Hugo’s Restaurant in Portland and a nominee for the “Best Chef: Northeast Award” for the 2007 James Beard Founda-tion Awards, will create a multi-course dinner: wild chanterelle mushroom consommé with summer corn agnolloti and marjoram; center-cut Scot-tish salmon with red flannel hash and saffron-tabasco emulsion; el rey dark chocolate cake with salted peanut mousse and sweet soy.

Tuesday, September 23: DIM SUM DEMO AND TASTING WITH MICHAEL SALMON

4:00–5:30 p.m. $25 members; $35 non-members

¹ Michael Salmon, chef/owner of the elegant Hartstone Inn in Camden, has been working in professional kitchens for more than 25 years. Chef Salmon appreciates all kinds of food, but his heart is especially touched by savory dim sum.

Friday, October 17: SPECIALTY WINE & GAME DINNER WITH CHEF PIERRE GIGNAC OF 98 PROVENCE

6:00–8:00 p.m. TBA¹ Pierre Gignac is the chef/owner of 98 Provence, an award-winning French bistro in Ogunquit. Chef Gignac will present some of his signature game dishes paired with some truly outstanding wines.

Friday, November 14: DINNER BY PRIMO RESTAURANT CHEF/OWNER MELISSA KELLY

6:00–8:00 p.m. TBA¹ An exceptional chef from an exceptional restaurant equals an extraordinary dinner. Primo in Rockland and chef/owner Melissa Kelly are just such a combination.

Music at the Gardens SeriesTuesdays, July 15, 22 & 29 and August 5:THE DAPONTE STRING QUARTET — 2008 Artists in Residence at the Gardens

$25 per ticket; $88 for a set of four tickets (one ticket for each concert)¹ See page 9 for a complete program and other details.

August 18, 20 & 21: BOOTHBAY CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL AT THE GARDENS

$25 per ticket; $65 for a set of three tickets (one for each Festival concert)¹ See page 9 for details.

Friday, August 1: FLASH IN THE PANS STEEL DRUM BAND OUTDOOR CONCERT AND PICNIC

7:00–9:00 p.m. In advance: $12 members; $15 non-

members; $5 ages 6–12. Children 5 and under free. All adult tickets are $15 at the door the night of the concert. Kids are still only $5. ¹ This accomplished group that makes steel drums sing will bring their music to the Great Lawn. The Kitchen Garden Café will offer Caribbean-flavor dinners by advance reservation, as well as à la carte items to select that evening. Sponsored by Jorgenson Landscaping


Friday, July 25: PORTLAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA CONCERT & PICNIC

6:00 p.m. Adults: $25 members; $30 non-

members. Children 5–12: $12.50 members; $15 non-members; Children under 5 free.¹ Relax and be thrilled by magnificent music amid the Gardens’ spectacular surroundings. A picnic supper will add to the evening’s enjoyment (pre-order when reserving tickets). Sponsored by Jorgenson Landscaping.

For more details, visit www.MaineGardens.org or call 207-633-4333.


Continuing ProgramsThursdays and Saturdays: FREE GUIDED TOURS

11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.Trained docents will lead tours highlighting the plants, history, and fascinating stories of the Gardens.

First Wednesdays: FREE ADMISSION¹ Free admission for all year-round residents of the Boothbay peninsula, including Booth-bay and Boothbay Harbor, Southport, and Edgecomb.

Tuesdays in June, July, and August: STORYTIME IN THE FOREST

10:30–11:30 a.m. Ceremonial Glade Free with admission.

¹ Readers and storytellers will entertain and delight youngsters in these free programs.

Wednesdays through October 22: WEDNESDAY WALKS¹ On the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, experts in a variety of fields will offer a fascinating look at different aspects of the Gardens.

Adult Educational ProgramsTuesday, June 10: FLOWER ARRANGING WORKSHOP

1:00–3:00 p.m. Education Tent $30 members; $35 non-members (includes

all materials)¹ Join floral designer Amy Maloney of Pretty Flowers to learn floral arranging techniques that will turn your next affair into something truly memorable. We will have a selection of vases for purchase, but we recommend bringing your own.

Wednesday, June 11: WEDNESDAY WALK: NATIVE PLANTS

10:00 a.m. Meet at the Visitor Center $5 members; $12 non-members*

¹ Join an expert on a walk through the Gardens’ trails, highlighting native perennials, trees and shrubs along the way.

Wednesdays, June 11, 18, 25, and July 2: WILDFLOWERS OF NEW ENGLAND

9:00-11:30 a.m. Education Tent $130 members of the Gardens or NEWFS;

$150 non-members¹ Botanist Lauren Stockwell will focus on how to identify wild plants across the spec-trum of New England flora using the required text, Newcomb’s Wildflower Guide. Bring a hand lens to each class. Co-sponsored with New England Wild Flower Society and may be taken for credit for NEWFS Certificate in Native Plant Studies.

Saturday, June 14: 11TH ANNUAL PINK LADY SLIPPER SURVEY

8:30 a.m.–noon Meet at Visitor Center Free

¹ After receiving detailed instructions from bota-nist and survey leader Dr. Joanne Sharpe, volunteers will be assigned in pairs to count individual plants and note specific traits in one of three transects. Your participation will help the Gardens glean information on a fairly elusive species.

Saturday, June 21: DESIGN A NATIVE MIXED BORDER GARDEN

1:00–3:00 p.m. Education Tent $30 members of the Gardens or NEWFS;

$35 non-members¹ Laura Eisener will show how to artfully combine shrubs and small trees with a selec-tion of perennial and annual herbaceous plants to create a border garden with four seasons of beauty. Learn which plants do well in those “difficult” areas where plants never seem to thrive. Co-sponsored with New England Wild Flower Society (and good for NEWFS horticulture credits—HOR1516— if desired).

Wednesday, June 25: WEDNESDAY WALK: TOUR OF THE SCULPTURE EXHIBITION

10:00 a.m. Meet in the Visitor Center $5 members; $12 non-members*

¹ George Sherwood’s kinetic sculpture is on exhibit from June 11 through July 27. Curator June LaCombe will guide visitors through this extraordinary exhibition.

Friday, June 27: PESKY PLANTS 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Meet at Visitor Center $5 members; $10 non-members

¹ Education coordinators from the Gardens and The Pine Tree State Arboretum will share their knowledge about Maine’s pesky plants, a.k.a. invasive species. This class will also be of-fered at the Arboretum in Augusta later in July.

Wednesday, July 9: WEDNESDAY WALK: DIRECTOR OF HORTICULTURE TOUR


¹ A behind-the-scenes guided tour by the Gardens’ Director of Horticulture, Dick Zieg.

Friday, July 18: PESKY PLANTS 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Pine Tree State Arboretum, Augusta $5 Gardens members; $10 non-members

¹ The education coordinators from the Gardens and The Pine Tree State Arboretum will share their knowledge about Maine’s pesky plants, a.k.a. invasive species.

Saturdays, July 19, 26, and August 2: NATIVE HERBACEOUS PLANT MATERIALS

10:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Education Tent $195 members of the Gardens or NEWFS;

$228 non-members ¹ Stephanie Burnett, Ph.D., will examine the characteristics of horticulturally important native plants. She will focus on identification, cultural requirements, and the relationship between native habitats and the require-ments of designed and managed spaces. This course is appropriate for the avid home gardener, as well as for anyone who wants to work at a professional level with native plants. Co-sponsored with New England Wild Flower Society and may be taken for credit for NEWFS Certificate in Native Plant Studies as an elective.

Wednesday, July 23: WEDNESDAY WALK: THE OTHER ACRES

10:00 a.m. Meet on Gaecklin Rd. (south end of Gardens’ property —follow sign)

$5 members; $12 non-members*¹ In 2005, the Pine Tree Conservation Society donated to Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens an additional 120 acres, adjacent to the Gardens’ original 128 acres. Visitors rarely see this new portion of the property. Join us on a guided walk through “the other acres.” Please wear appropriate clothing, especially footwear, as there are no formal trails on this property.


Wednesday, July 23: PERSIAN GARDENS—A SLIDE TALK BY SCOTT J. TILDEN

7:00 p.m. Visitor Center $10 members; $12 non-members

¹ Scott Tilden will explore the fascinating history of Persian gardens and show how their design principles can enhance gardens in New England today. He will reveal how Persian garden designers integrated house and garden; used water features to beautify and irrigate; cooled their buildings through shade, transpiration of plants and evaporation of water in pools; and created pavilions so gardens could be used in the evenings.


Mondays, July 14, 21 and 28: KIDS IN THE KITCHEN COOKING SERIES

3:00–5:00 p.m. Kitchen Garden Café $10 members; $15 non-members Class is limited to 15 children ages 8–12

Chef Jill Strauss is offering three hands-on food adventures for kids, ages 8-12. Students will learn basic culinary skills. They will also prepare simple, nutritious and delicious snacks composed, in part, from products plucked directly from the Burpee Kitchen Garden. Sign up for one class or complete all three. Kids should bring an apron. And…shhh…don’t tell the kids everything is really good for them!¹ July 14: Strawberry Sensations—Learn a little bit about the history of the strawberry and how to grow these delicious berries. Then, learn how to make strawberry shortcake from scratch and chocolate-dipped strawberries. ¹ July 21: Kabobs for Kids—Make fruit and vegetable kabobs that are delicious to eat fresh or grilled. Then, learn how to make fruit smoothies including a fresh and delicious watermelon fruit smoothie in the class. ¹ July 28: Pesto Pasta and Pizza—Learn how to make pesto and pizzas using fresh basil, tomatoes and other plants harvested from our Burpee Kitchen Garden.

Sunday, July 27: TOM WESSELS TALK—THE MYTH OF PROGRESS

2:00 p.m. Education Tent $15 members; $20 non-members

¹ Antioch New England professor, author and ecologist Tom Wessels will discuss the concepts in his book, The Myth of Progress; Towards Sustainability. He will demonstrate, through readily accessible examples, how our current path toward progress, based on continual economic expansion and inefficient use of resources, runs absolutely contrary to three foundational scientific laws that govern all complex natural systems.

Wednesday, August 13: WEDNESDAY WALK: SUMMER ALONG THE SHORE


¹ Naturalist Tom Mullin, a Unity College professor, will highlight both the natural and cultural history of the Gardens’ waterfront dur-ing a walk along our Shoreland Trail.

Wednesday, August 27: WEDNESDAY WALK: MUSHROOMS


¹ Mycologist Greg Marley introduces participants to Nature’s recycler: the mushroom. Tips on locat-ing species by habitat, toxicity of certain species and easy-to-spot charac-teristics of edible species will be covered on this walk.

Saturday, September 6: PRUNING FUNDAMENTALS

9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Education Tent $33 members; $39 non-members

¹ In this class co-sponsored by the New England Wild Flower society, Rolf Briggs will explain and demon-strate how proper pruning can improve both the health and structure of woody plants, and can allow the gardener to influence the aesthetic qualities of trees and shrubs. Bring hand pruners to try various cuts. This class is eligible for NEWFS credit (Course Code: HOR3121)

Wednesday, September 10: WEDNESDAY WALK: SNEAK PEEK AT THE LERNER GARDEN OF THE FIVE SENSES


¹ Gardens staffers will open the gate to a limited number of individuals for an up-close look at the remark-able Lerner Garden of the Five Senses, which will open in 2009.

Children & Family ProgramsTuesdays in June, July and August: STORYTIME IN THE FOREST

10:30–11:30 a.m. Ceremonial Glade Free with price of admission

¹ Written and oral stories will entertain and delight children of all ages. Themes surrounding nature and gardening are featured to educate and encourage these young gardeners and future stewards of the earth.

Saturday, June 21: BIRDS OF PREY—LIVE SHOW & TELL OF NEW ENGLAND’S MAJESTIC RAPTORS

11:00 a.m.–noon Education Tent $3 members; $5 non-members Grade 2–adult

¹ This program, led by a Chewonki instructor, compares and contrasts the special hunting adaptations of nocturnal and diurnal raptors, including their talons, their sharp, curved beaks, and their different wing and tail shapes. Youngsters have the opportunity to see three of Chewonki’s live, non-releasable raptors. In addition to viewing these predators of the sky up close, participants can also handle and examine foot, wing, and skull specimens to better understand these majestic birds.

July 7–11: SUMMER NATURE CAMP #1 Morning Session: 9:30 a.m.–noon;

Afternoon Session: 1:00–3:30 p.m. Meet at Visitor Center Full Week, 1 session (cannot mix a.m. & p.m.

session): $100 members; $120 non-members Ages 5–10 (no exceptions)

¹ Join our education department for half-day, weeklong camps. Children learn about nature while having fun. The programs are innovative and entertaining, and the instructors are experienced in helping children get the most out of these presentations.

Saturday, July 12: GNOME DEPOT (BUILD A BETTER FAIRY HOUSE) — A FAMILY PROGRAM

1:00–3:00 p.m. Education Tent $10 members; $12 non-members; family

rate $15 members; $20 non-members Ages 5 and up and their families.

¹ Make a creative and whimsical fairy house perfect for adding charm to your home or garden. Using twigs, moss, shells, dried flowers, pebbles, sea glass and other natural materials, learn simple techniques for building a house any fairy would love to call home. Diane Walden will lead this hands-on workshop. Make your fairy home to take home or leave it at the Gardens to display during the Maine Fairy House Festival from August 8-10. All materials are supplied.

Sunday, June 15: FATHER’S DAY AT THE GARDENS

9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Free for fathers. Free for members

and with regular Gardens admission for non-members ¹ Celebrate this Dad’s day with a visit to the Gardens with free admission for all fathers. The Kitchen Garden Café will offer a special menu from the grill.


August 11–15: SUMMER CAMP FOR KIDS #2 Morning Session: 9:30 a.m.–noon;

Afternoon Session: 1:00–3:30 p.m. Meet at Visitor Center Full Week, 1 session (cannot mix a.m. & p.m.):

$100 members; $120 non-members Ages 5–10 (no exceptions)

Join our education department for half-day, weeklong camps. Children learn about nature while having fun. The programs are innova-tive and entertaining, and the instructors are experienced in helping children get the most out of these presentations.


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Tuesday, July 15: Viola quintet program (guest violist TBA)

ú Ludwig van Beethoven: String Quintet in C major op. 29 (1801)

ú Johannes Brahms: String Quintet no. 2 in G major op.111 (1890)

Tuesday, July 22: ú Ludwig van Beethoven: String quartet in F Major op. 18 #1 (1800)

ú Giacomo Puccini: Crisantemi for String Quartet (1890)

ú Alexander Borodin: String Quartet no. 1 in A major (1874-1879)

Tuesday, July 29: with John Schnell, trumpet

ú Johann Sebastian Bach: From: Kunst der Fuge (Art of Fugue) (1750) BWV 1080

ú Henry Purcell: Four Fantasias (1680)

ú Henry Purcell: Sonata in D major for trumpet and strings, Z 850 (?1694)

ú Alan Hovanhess: Prayer of St. Gregory, Op. 62 b, for trumpet and strings (1952)

ú Giuseppe Torelli: Concerto in D major for trumpet and strings

ú Antonio Vivaldi: Concerto in B flat major

Tuesday, August 5: with Martin Perry, fortepiano

ú Franz Schubert: String quartet no. 15 in G major D.887 / op. 161 (1826)

ú Johannes Brahms: Quintet for piano and strings in F minor, op. 34 (1864)

Boothbay Chamber Music Festival at the Gardens

Monday, August 18: Featuring both string Sextets of Johannes Brahms, nothing short of two of the highest pinnacles in the romantic literature for strings. Dov Scheindlin, viola, and Marc Johnson, ’cello, join the DSQ in this most luscious musical feast.

Wednesday, August 20: Virtuosity and brilliance on one hand, pathos and passion on the other… Mark Simons, clarinet, and Martin Perry, pianoforte, join the DSQ for an evening of great chamber music variety. Music of Sarasate, Haydn, and Weber serve up flair; several compositions of the great Argentinian tango composer, Astor Piazzolla, conclude the evening…or begin it, embers smoldering.

Thursday, August 21: Music of DuCaurroy, Le Jeune, Roberday, Locke, DeMachy, and Lully. In recognition of the 400th anniversary of Acadia’s founding in 1608, the DSQ presents, with violist da gamba Jane Hershey, a concert of music played in Maine during the 17th century.

During my first visits to Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, I was thrilled and impressed by the execution of the broad vision that has created that most beautiful of places. And the response to the concert presented by the DaPonte String Quartet

in the Gardens’ Visitor Center last summer inspired an exciting initiative. The DaPonte String Quartet is honored to be named Artists in Residence at the Gardens.

We from the Friends of the DSQ have enjoyed working throughout the winter with Maureen Heffernan and Margaret Hoffman to bring this idea to life. The musicians have planned a series of innovative programs that will take audiences on journeys of discovery through the classics, through Maine’s colonial roots, and through the mysteries of the Argentine Tango.

The DSQ will be joined by a roster of brilliant, superlative guest artists in performances of Sextets for Strings by Johannes Brahms (cello and viola), Brahms’ Quintet for Piano and Strings, Carl Maria von Weber’s Quintet for Clarinet and Strings, and Baroque-era music from Acadia (viola da Gamba).

The DSQ will present seven concerts on the grounds this summer. These will allow music-lovers to enjoy the beauty of the Gardens at sunset, to savor specially prepared picnic suppers, and to revel in the beauty of the world’s finest Chamber Music.

We look forward to seeing you and sharing these experiences with you.

With best wishes,

John Bishop, presidentFriends of the DaPonte String Quartet

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CONCERT DETAILS: Individual tickets are $25; discounted series tickets are also available. If you can’t make the Tuesday concerts at the Gardens, you can also purchase advance tickets for Wednesday night performances at the First Church in Bath or Thursday nights at the Community Church in South Bristol. Tickets for all concerts are available online at www.mainegardens.org, by phone at 207-633-6056 or in person at the Gardens’ Visitor Center. Remember to pre-order your picnic suppers when you reserve your seats! Full menus are available at www.mainegardens.org.

DaPonte String Quartet: Gardens Artists in Residence

Southeastern Pennsylvania’s Brandywine Valley is legendary for its abundance of gardens, historic mansions, and art (think Wyeth). All these will be a part of the care-free and comprehensive itinerary West has designed for September 11-15. Executive Director Maureen Heffernan will escort this tour; she will be assisted by Director of Communications Barbara Freeman.

Thursday, September 11: We’ll travel from Coastal Maine Botanical Gar-dens via motor coach to Logan Airport in Boston, where we’ll board a flight to Philadelphia, arriving around 1 p.m.

Not only are Coastal Maine

Botanical Gardens’ two upcoming tours impeccably planned, but the destinations are also just what anyone who loves gardens and history, art and beauty will want to visit. Please join us as we travel first to the Brandywine Valley in September, 2008, and then to Holland in the spring of 2009.

Reservations and deposits for both trips are being accepted now, and in fact the Brandywine Valley trip is already more than half full, according to Patsy West of Southport, director of Valerie Wilson Travel. Patsy, who’s planned these and other deluxe, small-group trips to benefit Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, advises reserving space now. For reservations, trip brochures, or more information, call her at (207) 633-4883, or e-mail her at [email protected].

Breathtaking BrandywineSeptember 11–15, 2008

RESERVE NOW FOR ONE-OF-A-KIND TOURS

The first stop will be Bartram’s Garden for lunch and a tour of the house and garden of 18th-century botanist, naturalist and plant explorer John Bar-tram, who named trees he discovered Franklinia, after his friend Ben Franklin (a stand of these fall-blooming trees is in our Vayo Meditation Garden). After a 4 p.m. arrival at the Brandywine River Hotel in Chadds Ford, our home for the next four nights, we’ll savor a relaxing afternoon tea.

Friday, September 12: After breakfast in the hotel, we’ll visit the spectacular Chanticleer Gardens. Lunch will be a fine-dining experience in the Restaurant Taquet. The after-noon will include a guided tour of the Brandywine River Museum, famous for its extensive collection of paintings by several generations of Wyeths. That evening’s champagne reception at the Chadds Ford Historical Society will include an art exhibit and a visit to the

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Breathtaking BrandywineSeptember 11–15, 2008

Volunteer: It’s Fun, Friendly and Helps the Gardens Grow Front Desk and Gift Shop Volunteer ProgramsWe’re still looking for Wednesday and Friday volunteers for the Front Desk and Gift Shop. These volunteers, who are criti-cal to the operation of the Gardens, will always work beside a Gardens staff mem-ber. They are the face of the Gardens! Shifts are 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Event ParkersWith new events such as Antiques in the Gardens on July 17, and traditional events including the July 19 House & Garden Tour, we have a great need for parking volunteers for the 2008 season. In fact, well-executed parking is often key to a perfectly executed event.

Computer Calendar EntryAre you computer savvy? If you have ba-sic computer skills, are familiar with the Internet, are detail oriented, and can type accurately, we’d like you to help us list our events and programs by filling in the blanks on Web site calendar forms hosted by magazines, tourism agencies, etc. This vital task can be done at home; we’ll pro-vide all the information you need.

These are just a few of the many volunteer jobs available at the Gardens. For a more-complete list, visit the “Support Us” section of www.mainegardens.org and click on “Volunteer.” If you’re interested in helping out at the Gardens, Volunteer Coordinator Amanda Russell would like to hear from you. Call 633-4333, or e-mail [email protected].

Volunteers: Save the DatePlease plan to attend the volunteer appreciation party on Thursday, August 28, from 4:00-6:00 p.m., in Kerr Hall.

ADDITIONAL DETAILSDoor-to-door delivery is just one appealing feature of this carefully planned tour. Many meals, including some exceptional dining experiences, are part of West’s itinerary. Because we’re on our own for other meals, we can sample the fare at attractions we’ll visit, as well as in historic Chadds Ford Village.

In the elegant Brandywine River Hotel, one of the Village’s treasures, we’ll have private suites that include relaxing Jacuzzis and fireplaces. We’ll start off each of our four mornings at the hotel with a “European Plus” breakfast.

The total cost of this tour, includ-ing all transportation, is $1,434, per person, double occupancy. Single occupancy is $1,672, and triple-room prices are available upon request. All prices include a $250 tax-deductible contribution to Coastal Maine Botani-cal Gardens.

For reservations or more information, contact Patsy West at (207) 633-4883 or [email protected].

1724 home of John Chads, for whom Chadds Ford is named.

Saturday, September 13: The day’s first destination is spectacular Longwood Gardens, where we’ll have several hours to enjoy the multitude of horticultural attractions and other delights. The afternoon will include a private tour and tasting at the Chadds Ford Winery. That evening, we’ll enjoy a very special dinner at the excel-lent restaurant, Simon Pearce on the Brandywine.

Sunday, September 14: A morn-ing tram ride and guided tour at the Winterthur Museum and Country Estate in nearby Delaware will present a delightful look at this DuPont family historical site. Then, in the afternoon, a guided tour of the mansion and gar-dens at Nemours will highlight more of the region’s historical and horticul-tural bounty. After returning to our hotel, we’ll reconvene in the evening for “Farewell to Brandywine” cocktails.

Monday, September 15: After breakfast, we’ll leave for the Philadel-phia airport. A motor coach will bring the group back from Boston to the Gardens by late afternoon.

Holland in Spring 2009From April 27 through May 6, 2008, we’ll visit Holland at the height of its spring glory. Sign up now with a refundable $200 deposit, and be among the first to receive the complete descriptive brochure and itinerary. Here are just a few of the exciting details of this trip expertly designed by Patsy.

Cruising from one fabulous locale to another on the luxurious new river boat Amadeus Diamond, we’ll tour the ancient cities of Amsterdam, Edam, Arnhem, Antwerp, Ghent, Bruges, and of course the highlight—Keukenhof Gardens in full bloom!

Patsy has planned this itinerary to showcase the most brilliant array of flowers in the world during Holland and Belgium’s premier season. This tour is guaranteed to wash away next winter’s doldrums with a refreshing dose of spring.

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Johnson & JordanJohnson & Jordan, located at 18 Mussey Road in Scarborough, Maine, donated more than $3,300 worth of materials and labor to fine-tune the Gardens' water system in our first year of opera-tion. We found that everyone we worked with at Johnson & Jordan is knowledgeable, capable and responsive. In fact, Tom Boudin, our chief financial officer, says he can highly recommend them to anyone with a challenging water system project.

“We have considered it a privilege to have done the new project, and we do feel a part of it,” said Chris Jordan. “It is a very special place, and it has been a pleasure working with you.”

DONOR PROFILE

Antiques in the Gardens Show: Thursday, July 17, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.Preview Gala: Wednesday, July 16, 5 p.m./6 p.m.–8 p.m.

Exceptional gardens, fine antiques, and the coast of Maine in mid-summer—who could ask for more? This is the unbeatable combination visitors will find

at “Antiques in the Gardens,” the Maine Antiques Dealers Association show at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens. More than 45 exhibitors will have their merchandise on view and for sale. The event is hosted by honorary chair Martha Stewart, who will attend the Preview Gala on July 16. Tickets for the show are $15 (show and Gardens) when purchased in advance. The day of the event, tickets are $10 (show only) or $17 (show and Gardens).

The Preview Gala is an opportunity to be one of the first to see and purchase the exciting antiques, as well as enjoy, food, drink and live music. Tickets are $100 (arrive at 5 p.m.) or $45 (arrive at 6 p.m.).

To purchase tickets or to learn more, call the Gardens’ office at (207) 633-4333 or visit www.mainegardens.org.

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