Daily Archives: June 30, 2012

Wednesday, July 11, 7:30 pm – Extraordinary Secrets of Trees

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Perhaps you plan a trip to Martha’s Vineyard in July.  If so, don’t neglect this terrific evening lecture at the Polly Hill Arboretum in West Tisbury on Wednesday, July 11 beginning at 7:30 pm. Have you ever looked at a tree? Of course, we see them every day; however have you ever really seen the wondrous traits of your favorite trees? Join author and educator Nancy Ross Hugo for this illustrated talk based on her recent book Seeing Trees: Discover the Extraordinary Secrets of Ordinary Trees. Focusing on widely grown trees, this captivating book describes the rewards of close observation of trees, and with stunning photographs illustrates some of the most visually interesting tree structures, including leaves, flowers, buds, leaf scars, twigs, and bark. Trees will never look quite the same again.  $10/$5 for PHA members. Generously sponsored by Bartlett Tree Experts.  Register on line at www.pollyhillarboretum.org.

Sunday, July 15, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm – North Quabbin Garden Club 13th Annual Garden Tour

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Come visit the gardens of Athol on Sunday, July 15, from 10 – 3.  Advance maps ($5/person or $15/carload) are available at Bruce’s Browser and Agway in Athol, and Noel’s Nursery, North Quabbin Woods and Educare in Orange. Day-of maps will be sold at the Allen E. Rich Environmental Park near 50 Main St., Athol, and garden plants will be available for purchase at one of the gardens. The event benefits the Millers River Environmental Center. Presented with help from the North Quabbin Garden Club. Part of Athol Bird & Nature Club’s celebration of Athol 2012.