Daily Archives: May 1, 2020

New York Botanical Garden Offering Online Classes

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Our thanks to member Penny Cherubino (http://bostonzest.com) for alerting us to an expansion of online learning experiences offered by the New York Botanical Garden during this Covid-19 stay at home period. During challenging times, the power of plants connects people and provides inspiration more than ever. While the Garden’s gates may be closed temporarily, their virtual gates are wide open. Stay connected with NYBG at Home, a new content hub featuring videos, plant guides, virtual events, recipes for kids, and so much more. As spring unfolds, they will bring you the brightness and color of the season, a reminder of how the natural world brings us joy. Access the full schedule at https://www.nybg.org/nybg-at-home/

Sunday, May 3, 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm – Introduction to Seed Starting Webinar

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Have you always wanted to start your own seeds? Seed staring is an affordable way to propagate edible and ornamental plants for your garden. In this Berkshire Botanical Garden one-hour online class on May 3 from 12:30 – 1:30 Eastern time, you’ll learn techniques for successful seed starting at home. Led by BBG’s new Director of Horticulture Matt Turnbull. BBG Members $10, Non Members $12. Register at http://berkshirebotanical.org

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Saturday, May 2 – Monday, May 4 – Art in Bloom CANCELLED

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Philippa Craddock, founder and creative director of England’s Philippa Craddock Flowers and designer of the floral installations and flowers for the 2018 wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, will be the featured speaker at the 2020 Art in Bloom at the Museum of Fine Arts Boston May 2 – 4. She will give two Master Classes (MFA members $235, nonmembers $280), and a floral demonstration and lecture on Seasonal, Sustainably Grown Flowers ($40/$50). For complete information visit www.mfa.org.