PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES
GARDENING WITH NATIVE PLANTS
Join us on Earth Day for a special virtual presentation Gardening with Native Plants by Meredith Churchman , Grove Natural Resource Manager , as she discusses the benefits of native vegetation and explains how to select the right plants for different environmental conditions and turn landscaping into a haven for pollinators and other wildlife .
Location : Zoom |
ID # |
DAY / TIME |
DATE |
307099-A |
Sa • 5-6 pm |
4 / 22 |
AGES |
FEE |
|
16 + |
$ 5 |
|
VICTORIAN MOURNING CUSTOMS
We can thank the Victorians for the ' cult of mourning ' which generated a fantastic assortment of keepsakes , mementos , and paperwork . Join us on the 155th anniversary of Robert Kennicott ’ s mysterious death at the young age of 30 with Genealogist , Author , and Librarian , Debra Dudek , as she gives us a glimpse into the customs and rituals of death in Victorian America .
Location : Zoom |
ID # |
DAY / TIME |
DATE |
307099-B |
Th • 5-6 pm |
5 / 13 |
AGES |
FEE |
|
16 + |
$ 5 |
|
HAND SEWING BEE SERIES
Hand sewing is an art form that allows you to quickly make repairs and do small projects ; it can also satisfy your creative side . Learn about hand-sewed stitches , how to sew them , and which technique works best for each take home project listed below . All supplies included .
Location : The Grove |
ID # |
DAY / TIME |
DATES |
APRIL SHOWERS |
307108-B |
Su • 4-5:30 pm |
4 / 11 |
MAY FLOWER |
307108-C |
Su • 4-5:30 pm |
5 / 16 |
AGES |
FEE ( R / NR ) |
|
10 + |
$ 15 /$ 17 |
|
MOTHER ' S DAY TEA
Guests will enjoy a three-course tea luncheon in the formal garden of the Historic 1856 Kennicott House . Learn proper tea etiquette and hear the Legend of the Fan . Service staff will be dressed in period attire . Hats will be provided or wear your own ! Weather permitting . All reservations must be received by May 3 .
Location : Kennicott House |
ID # |
DAY / TIME |
DATE |
307003-A |
Su • 11:30 am-1 pm 5 / 9 |
AGES |
FEE ( R / NR ) |
13 + |
$ 30 /$ 35 |
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