Lendonwood Sets Special Events for 2006
Several committees are hard at work organizing a number of special events planned by Lendonwood Gardens this year, according to Joan Vermaire, president of the garden’s Board of Directors. Lendonwood is a three-acre public botanical garden located at 1308 West 13th Street (Har-Ber Road) in Grove.
“Our special activities provide a wonderful opportunity for members of the community and tourists to enjoy the beauty and serenity of Lendonwood,” Vermaire said. “The garden is a valuable asset for the community, both in terms of local enjoyment and regional tourism. We’re delighted to offer events that will help introduce more people to this special place.”
On May 7, the entire community is invited to attend the fourth annual Art in the Gardens event, in which area artists will share their talents against the colorful backdrop of Lendonwood Gardens. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the works of local painters, photographers, sculptors and musicians will be on display in Lendonwood. Admission is $5, which also allows touring of the garden itself.
Another popular event, the Home Garden Tour, is scheduled for June 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Five area home gardens, as well as Lendonwood, will be open for tours, with such highlights as water features, a knot garden, herb gardens, colorful annuals and perennials, and beautiful shrubs and trees. Tickets are $5 per person and are available in advance from local merchants, including Millie’s, Victorian Accents and Java Dave’s in Grove. Tickets also may be purchased at Lendonwood on the day of the tour. Rain date will be June 4 from noon to 3 p.m.
On September 23, Lendonwood will host the Annual Garden Party, offering an opportunity for the community to show its support for the non-profit public garden. The evening event will be held in conjunction with Lendonwood’s annual meeting of members. A light meal of refreshments and hors d’oeuvres will be provided during the event.
One of 12 botanical gardens in Oklahoma, Lendonwood is supported by volunteers and donations. The three-acre garden is open to the public year-round, from dawn to dusk. No admission charge is required, but a $5 donation per person is suggested to help care for the garden.
“Our special activities provide a wonderful opportunity for members of the community and tourists to enjoy the beauty and serenity of Lendonwood,” Vermaire said. “The garden is a valuable asset for the community, both in terms of local enjoyment and regional tourism. We’re delighted to offer events that will help introduce more people to this special place.”
On May 7, the entire community is invited to attend the fourth annual Art in the Gardens event, in which area artists will share their talents against the colorful backdrop of Lendonwood Gardens. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the works of local painters, photographers, sculptors and musicians will be on display in Lendonwood. Admission is $5, which also allows touring of the garden itself.
Another popular event, the Home Garden Tour, is scheduled for June 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Five area home gardens, as well as Lendonwood, will be open for tours, with such highlights as water features, a knot garden, herb gardens, colorful annuals and perennials, and beautiful shrubs and trees. Tickets are $5 per person and are available in advance from local merchants, including Millie’s, Victorian Accents and Java Dave’s in Grove. Tickets also may be purchased at Lendonwood on the day of the tour. Rain date will be June 4 from noon to 3 p.m.
On September 23, Lendonwood will host the Annual Garden Party, offering an opportunity for the community to show its support for the non-profit public garden. The evening event will be held in conjunction with Lendonwood’s annual meeting of members. A light meal of refreshments and hors d’oeuvres will be provided during the event.
One of 12 botanical gardens in Oklahoma, Lendonwood is supported by volunteers and donations. The three-acre garden is open to the public year-round, from dawn to dusk. No admission charge is required, but a $5 donation per person is suggested to help care for the garden.
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