Boston Flora

Tag: November 1

  • Friday, November 5, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Saturday & Sunday, November 6-7, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm – Massachusetts Orchid Society Annual Show and Sale

    ‘Seasoned’ orchid growers and new orchid enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the Massachusetts Orchid Society’s Annual Show and Sales,  Trident’s Treasures: In Memory of Dr. Wilford B. Neptune , at Tower Hill Botanic Garden in Boylston on Friday, November 5 through Sunday,  November 7,  is no exception.  This orchid extravaganza, featuring gorgeous displays of blooming orchids with more than 12 commercial growers selling orchid plants and supplies, plus clinics on basic orchid care, tours of the show, and more, will be held  Friday  1 – 5, Saturday and Sunday 10 – 5.  For more information, log on to www.show.massorchid.org, or email MOSOrchidShow@comcast.net.  For directions to Tower Hill, 11 French Drive, Boylston, Massachusetts, log on to www.towerhillbg.org.

  • Sunday, November 1, 2:00 pm – An Infinite Variety of Fruit

    Garden History Consultant Christie Higginbottom’s illustrated program at Fruitlands Museum in Harvard, Massachusetts on Sunday, November 1 beginning at 2 pm will explore the role played by apples at the table and on the farm landscape in the past, and will look at the revival of interest today.  The program is free with admission to the Museum.  For more information, log on to www.fruitlands.org.

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  • Sunday, November 1, 7:00 – 9:00 pm – Boston Night to Combat Climate Change

    Boston’s premier 2009 fundraising event showcasing New England’s leaders in the fight against global climate change will take place Sunday, November 1, from 7 – 9 pm. All proceeds from the event will go to organizations working to combat global climate change, including Oxfam America and National Resources Defense Council.

    Hosted by Worthy Causes, Inc. at the Cambridge Royal Sonesta, the Boston Night to Combat Climate Change event will feature big name speakers, networking opportunities, a silent auction, dancing, entertainment, and fine food and drink.

    The carbon footprint of the event will be measured and offset, and those in attendance will receive an event package containing earth-friendly products and information on ways to reduce their carbon footprint.

    The event will focus on raising awareness among the estimated 250-500 guests, while also celebrating the efforts of innovators working to protect the environment and combat climate change and its impact on poor people.

    Location:
    Royal Sonesta
    40 Edwin Land Boulevard
    Cambridge , MA 02142

    Sponsor: Worthy Causes, Inc.
    Time(s): 7 pm – 9 pm
    Cost: $150
    Phone: (617) 491-1996
    Fax: (617) 720-2320
    Email: inquiry@worthycausesinc.org
    http://www.worthycausesinc.org/