Daily Archives: July 9, 2024

Saturday, July 13, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm – Secret Gardens of the Kennebunks

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Tour six private gardens in a wide variety of styles and plantings, on this July 13 garden tour in Maine. There will be a pop-up garden boutique and lunch from the Texas Grace food truck. $40 in advance online or at the library, day-of tix available at Kennebunk Consolidated School; benefits Graves Memorial Public Library. Begin at Kennebunkport Consolidated School (24 School St.), get a details map and instructions. Purchase tickets online for $40 at https://graveslibrary.org/event/secret-garden-tour-of-the-kennebunks-july-13-2024/

Thursday, July 18, 10:00 am – 11:30 am – July Newport Free Tree Walk: Battery Park/Point Neighborhood

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Enjoy some trees, along with the cool breeze off the bay in mid-summer, with a walk at Battery Park and around the historic Point Neighborhood in Newport on July 18. “The Point” is one of the oldest residential neighborhoods in the country, home to many interesting trees and shrubs. Living Collections Manager Joe Verstandig will lead the search for interesting and unusual specimens, with an emphasis on planting trees in difficult/tight locations. Summer flowering shrubs will also be discussed. Be prepared to walk for the entirety of the tour. Drinking water is highly recommended. For parking and more information visit https://www.newporttreeconservancy.org/events/july-free-tree-walk-battery-parkpoint-neighborhood Registration required.