Daily Archives: November 4, 2021

Thursday, November 18, 10:00 pm – Boston Committee of The Garden Club of America Fall Meeting and Lecture, Online

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The Boston Committee is excited to invite you to a presentation given by William (Ned) Friedman,
Director of the Arnold Arboretum;Arnold Professor of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology
Harvard University. Visit http://bostoncommitteegca.org for information on the work of this active organization. The Garden Club of the Back Bay is an affiliate member.

Those of us who have heard Ned Friedman speak know he is an incredibly engaging and informative presenter. He will discuss the diverse roles that the Arnold Arboretum is playing at local and global scales through an examination of Harvard’s tree museum and Boston’s most beloved public park. With the backdrop of the profound turbulence of 2020 and early 2021, Friedman will share plans for the Arnold Arboretum’s sesquicentennial in 2022; a launching point to shape the impactful roles that the Arboretum must play over the next century.registering for this event cannot be easier. You may use Eventbrite.com, or send a donation check made out to The Boston Committee of the GCA to Lida Lloyd, Treasurer, Boston Committee, 59 Hilltop Road, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467.

Thursdays, November 11 – December 16 (no class November 25), 10:00 am – 12:00 noon – Botanical Art: Guided Studio Time, Online

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Enjoy drawing and painting in the company of others in a relaxed, supportive environment. Begin a new work of art, continue working on pieces already started, or simply refresh your drawing skills in this dedicated studio time. Explore a variety of techniques and mediums used in creating botanical art while the instructor provides individualized direction. All levels of experience are welcome! Obtain art materials you are familiar with and comfortable using: watercolor, graphite, or colored pencil.

This Mt. Cuba Center program takes place online from 10 – noon on five Thursdays: November 11 to December 16 (No class November 25) $149 for the series. Register at www.mtcubacenter.org

About the Instructor:
Margaret Saylor is the editor/designer of ASBA’s The Botanical Artist journal. She earned a Certificate in Botanical Art and Illustration, with distinction, from the NYBG.