Daily Archives: October 26, 2023


Saturday, November 4, 10:00 am – 3:30 pm – Canopy Exploration: Tree Climbing

Do you remember the sense of freedom you felt when climbing trees as a kid? Are you an avid lover of trees? A birder? Photographer? Artist? Poet? Musician? Author? Arborist? Any and all of the above are welcome to come explore the arboretum from a new perspective, above, climbing trees. The Berkshire Botanical Garden and the Women’s Tree Climbing Workshop have created a one-day tree climbing experience on November 4, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This event provides a rare opportunity to just show up, be curious and excited to be in the canopy. Read all about the event and register now at https://www.berkshirebotanical.org/events/canopy-exploration-tree-climbing $250 for BBG members, $280 for nonmembers.


Wednesday, November 8, 10:00 am – Small Landscapes with BIG Attitude

The Beacon Hill Garden Club has invited the Garden Club of the Back Bay to join them for a special program on November 8 at the Harvard Musical Association, 57A Chestnut Street in Boston. Kerry Ann Mendez will speak on Small Landscapes with BIG Attitude. This is a members only event. If you are not a member, consider joining the Garden Club of the Back Bay at https://gardenclubbackbay.org/

Kerry Ann Mendez is dedicated to teaching the art of low-maintenance perennial gardening and landscaping.  As a garden designer, author, and lecturer, she focuses on time-saving gardening techniques, workhorse plants and sustainable practices.  She has been featured on HGTV and in numerous magazines including Horticulture, Fine Gardening, Garden Gate and Better Homes & Gardens.  Kerry Ann was awarded the 2014 Gold Medal from the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, an honorary medal presented to those who have made significant contributions to the enjoyment and appreciation of plants and the environment.  She has published four popular gardening books and also teaches national gardening Webinars that are enjoyed by thousands. In May 2018 she was hired as garden designer and consultant for Estabrook’s Nursery in Yarmouth and Kennebunk, ME.  For more about Kerry Ann, and her business Perennially Yours, visit pyours.com. RSVP HERE no later than Wednesday, November 1.