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  • Executive Director, Massachusetts Horticultural Society

    The Massachusetts Horticultural Society is looking for  full time executive leadership. The Executive Director will hold full responsibility for the financial, strategic, and organizational growth and success of Mass Hort. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the Executive Director will lead the development of the strategic vision and planning process for a renewed organization that drives the mission into an increasingly digital and ecologically-aware world. S/he will capitalize on the past successes, expertise, and resources of the Society to build it into a premier organization known for its mission of promoting the science, art, and practice of horticulture and dedicated to providing the public an appreciation, understanding, and enjoyment of plants and our environment.

    The ED must have a leadership style that promotes collective involvement and collaboration, open and inclusive communications, be adept at managing in highly matrixed organizations, advocates and cultivates volunteer involvement, and inspires all parties to work toward a singular mission and vision. The ED will prepare all budgets and cash flow projections and in concert with the Board oversee all external audits.

    Formed in 1829, Massachusetts Horticultural Society is dedicated to encouraging and improving the science and practice of horticulture and to developing the public’s enjoyment, appreciation, and understanding of plants and the environment. With its library, exhibitions, education and community outreach programs, and the recent development of a hands-on education and information center at Elm Bank Reservation in Wellesley, the Society is recognized as a consistent and comprehensive resource for horticultural science and practice, serving more than 270,000 people annually. Among its finest and most widely recognized achievements has been the Society’s Spring Flower Show (now produced as a joint venture). First produced in 1871, the Show was New England’s largest indoor event, attracting nearly 90,000 people annually. MHS is one of the largest horticultural societies in the U.S., and New England is home to one of the largest and most dedicated groups of gardeners in the country.

    Local candidates only – no relocation. For additional information, contact Mass Hort  at 617-933-4900, or mail resume to them at 900 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA 02482.

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  • Wednesday, October 28, 7:00 – 9:00 pm – Creating Sustainable Food Production

    Join EcoLogic at the Boston Public Library Mezzanine Conference Room, 700 Boylston Street, on Wednesday, October 28 beginning at 7 pm for a panel discussion to explore alternative agricultural methods such as organic and sustainable farming available to you here in the United States as well as to rural farmers in developing countries. Coffee will be served after the discussion. Panelists include: Jennifer Hashley, Director of the New Entry Sustainable Farming Project; Jason Bond, Executive Chef at Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro; JJ Gonson, personal chef; and Shaun Paul, Executive Director of EcoLogic Development Fund. More information on panelists to come soon! Admission: $8 ($5 for full-time students with valid ID) Buy tickets at www.ecologic.org/grenag.

  • Wednesday, October 21, 5:30 pm – The Creation of Boston’s Back Bay

    Gibson House Museum Executive Director Charles Swift will give an illustrated lecture on the history of the creation of Boston’s Back Bay, discussing the events which led to the decision to fill the Back Bay (see early photo of Back Bay fens below) and the history of the earliest buildings in the Back Bay.  Date:  October 21, 2009 at the Gibson House Museum, 137 Beacon Street, Back Bay.  Reception at 5:30 PM, Program at 6:00 PM. Free for museum members, $10 for non-members. Reserve by calling 617 267 6338 or email the Gibson House Museum.

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  • Tuesday, October 13, 5:30 – 8:00 pm – Environmental Artist Tally Forbes Reception

    On Tuesday, October 13, from 5:30 – 8:00 pm, enjoy a free reception at Legal Sea Foods, 100 Huntington Avenue (Copley Square) with Tally Forbes.  A naturalist at heart, Tally Forbes works with forms found in nature, then tests the boundaries between the tangible and the illusory to create her own visual language.  Ms. Forbes is also the former Executive Director of Development for Earthwatch Institute ®.  Attendees will be entered to win a $50 gift certificate to Legal Sea Foods®.  A portion of the proceeds from the sale of art will benefit The Singing Bowl: “Nourishing Your Spirit and Feeding the World.”  To learn more about Ms. Forbes, log on to www.canvasfinearts.com.

  • Sunday, September 20 – Director’s Open House at Tower Hill

    Sunday, September 20 – Director’s Open House at Tower Hill

    Celebrate John W. Trexler’s 25th Anniversary as Tower Hill’s founding Executive Director, showcasing the best of Tower Hill.  Fun activities for all ages, multiple garden tours, demonstrations on organic gardening and Italian slow food cooking demonstrations, wildlife exhibits from the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife, live birds of prey, hawk watching, wildlife photography, lectures on the interaction of plants and animals, videos, and at 2 pm, a special tree dedication in John’s honor.  For more information log on to www.towerhillbg.org.  Free admission all day.

  • Saturday, September 19, 6 – 9 pm – John Trexler Tribute Dinner

    Don’t miss this delightful evening of cocktails and dinner at Tower Hill, 11 French Drive in Boylston, Massachusetts – with open bar, savory hors d’oeuvres, inventive international menu, enjoyable music, and a light-hearted tribute to John W. Trexler, celebrating his twenty five years as Executive Director of Tower Hill Botanic Garden.  In John’s honor, this elegant dinner tribute marks the establishment of a fund endowiing the Executive Director’s Chair at Tower Hill.  Income from this event will support the new fund.  Tickets are $250 per person, and one may also become a Sweetgum Sponsor for $1,000 (includes two dinner tickets), a Tulip Tree Sponsor for $5,000 (includes 4 dinner tickets) or a Silverbell Sponsor for $10,000 (includes a dinner table for 8).  If you are unable to attend, please consider honoring John Trexler with a generous donation to the Executive Director’s Endowment Fund.  Please make checks payable to Tower Hill Botanic Garden or pay securely online at www.towerhillbg.org with your credit card.  Questions may be directed to the Tower Hill Development Office at 508-869-6111, x 114.