Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive in Boylston, will mount an exhibit running through September 17 entitled Strand and Stem, with an opening reception on Wednesday, August 9 fro 5 – 7. The show of textile art explores the connections between fiber and plant forms with artists from across the country. Featuring artists: Mafalda Silva, Lesley Richmond, Betty Busby, Alice Fox, Danielle Clough, Emily Barletta. Free with admission to the garden. For more information visit http://www.towerhillbg.org.