“ Contours of Spring ”: Society of MN
Sculptors 2017 Annual Exhibition April 12-30 . Great Hall , Oswald Visitor Center . The popular , juried exhibition of engaging and exquisite sculptures by Minnesota artists returns to the Arboretum .
on the Arboretum grounds to fill in your finds . Also , docent-led tours will take place from 11 a . m . -noon , leaving from the visitor center .
“ Dancing with Color and Light ” - Minnesota Watercolor Society Spring Exhibit April 13-June 18 . Reedy Gallery , Oswald Visitor Center . Enjoy magnificent watercolor images in this juried show . Opening reception and awards night is April 13 from 6 to 8 p . m .
“ Gardens of Kaleidoscopes : Turning Colors ” Exhibit April 15-through summer in Arboretum terrace gardens . Enjoy 15 mini-gardens and kaleidoscope installations , plus sleek metal sculptures . Gardens designed by Arboretum staff ; sculptures and kaleidoscopes by Wisconsin artist Robert C . Anderson . Free with gate .
Easter Bunny Brunch April 16 . 9 a . m . -1 p . m . Enjoy a traditional springtime brunch-buffet featuring delicious maple-glazed ham , roasted lamb , eggs , waffles , smoked salmon , and much more , plus dessert ! Reserve at 612- 301-7602 or arboretum . umn . edu / easterbrunch . aspx . Price : $ 33 member , $ 37 nonmember , $ 16 for ages 12 & under ; free for age 3 and under .
Earth Day with the Minnesota Bee Atlas Saturday , April 22 . 10 a . m . - noon in the Bee & Pollinator Center . Free ! Participate in exclusive training with the the Minnesota Bee Atlas Project to help create a comprehensive , state-wide inventory of the state ’ s native bees . As a citizen science volunteer , you will receive hands-on instruction , practice in the field , and a comprehensive handout . It ’ s a way to celebrate Earth Day all season long ! Register : arboretum . umn . edu / BeekeepingNorthernClimates . aspx .
Arbor Day April 28 . Pick up an Arbor Day Scavenger Hunt map in the Oswald Visitor Center , then find 20 varieties of marked trees
All About Dogs , April 29 : Saturday , April
29 10 a . m . -1 p . m . Picnic Shelter Area . Walk your canine BFF into the heart of the Arboretum in the company of fellow dog lovers . Browse the dog marketplace to check out pet products and services . Get your All About Dogs ‘ passport ’ stamped by marketplace vendors and Arboretum Gift & Garden Store to be entered to win door prizes . Hear from dog experts , learn more about new Arboretum dog-added memberships and the soon-to-open Dog Commons . All dogs must be on leash and current on vaccinations . Pre-register to receive All About Dogs goodie bag . Dogs are free , humans $ 20 . Register at arboretum . umn . edu . allaboutdogs . aspx
Arboretum Bud Break 5K Run / Walk &
Daffodil Dash May 7 . Start time 9 a . m . The 20th annual 5K run / walk follows a certified asphalt course winding through scenic Arboretum landscapes , including hills and rolling prairies . Medals for top three runners .
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