Groovin’ in the Garden – Twilight Concert Series
Thursday, July 12
Thursday, July 26
Thursday, August 2
Thursday, August 9
7:00-8:30pm.

Get ready for some more great music in the garden this summer! 

One raindate of August 9th has been designated in the event of inclement weather on any concert evening.

Free tours of the garden available at 6:30. Meet at the Visitors Center, and the tour will end at the the Azalea Meadow where the concerts will take place.

This is your chance to experience the summer garden in its glory, on a summer evening. Bring a picnic dinner, or pre-order dinner from our Bruno’s Café’ at 215-247-5777 x160. Then sit back and relax to the sounds of music in the garden. Blankets or chairs are recommended. Concerts are free with regular admission. One raindate of August 9th has been designated in the event of inclement weather on any concert evening.

On Thursday, July 12th, the Morris Arboretum welcomes the Ambler Symphony Orchestra. There are over fifty musicians involved in the Orchestra under the direction of Jack Moore, Conductor and Music Director. Jack Moore is also the Program Director of WRTI 90.1FM. The Ambler Symphony Orchestra provides cultural enrichment for the community and an opportunity for area musicians to perform.

On Thursday, July 26th, the Morris Arboretum welcomes Cintron, a Latin Soul band formed by the legendary jazz percussionist Edgardo Cintron and producer/vocalist, Rocco DePersia. Together they have assembled 16 high octane musicians from around the globe who boast past credits with an impressive list of major recordings from Latin, Jazz, Pop, and R&B. Mike Pedicin, Jr., on saxophone, JAYAR on vocals, Luis “Tony” Perez on vocals, and Joe “Stretch” Vinson on guitar are just some of the seasoned musicians that help Cintron blend Caribbean Rhythms with dance friendly Latin Jazz, crossover Latin Pop, bilingual salsa, and old-school R&B. “Cintron is a powerhouse East coast band with a cast of 16 high-octane grade musicians. Cintron blends a tasty and firm Latin percussion section with a screaming and powerful big band brass section, toped off with the smooth bilingual vocals of Rocco DePersia.”, says Latin Beat Magazine.

On Thursday, August 2nd, the Morris Arboretum welcomes Philly Gumbo to the Arboretum’s outdoor stage. Philly Gumbo’s distinctive blend of New Orleans funk, blues and reggae, in combination with great vocalists, have made it a unique and popular presence on the Philly music scene for more than 25 years. The City Paper calls Philly Gumbo, “a personal pastiche of rhythm and blues, rock and reggae that’s not just irresistible but positively transcendant!”

On Thursday, August 9th, the Morris Arboretum welcomes the Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble. Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble will bring the garden to life with their unique fusion of jazz, African, Brazilian, rhythm and blues, and hip-hop music. Temple Public Radio calls the Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble “the most innovative, progressive jazz band in our listening area.” Headed up by Warren Oree, Arpeggio has been playing since 1979, touring the Caribbean, Europe, South Africa, and all over the United States, and now, at the glorious gardens at the Morris Arboretum. Arpeggio is back by popular demand from the ’06 Groovin in the Garden series.

Eagles Train-ing Event at the Morris Arboretum
Saturday July 14
11AM to 1PM
Come out and meet former Eagles star, Hugh Douglas at the Morris Arboretum Garden Railway. Hugh Douglas will autograph a special Garden Railway train with his number, #53, which will be raffled off later that afternoon. Kids should wear their favorite Eagles-wear, and bring a football if they want it autographed by Hugh Douglas. Hugh will also demonstrate how to throw a football. Sno-cones and popcorn will make for a festive day! Free with regular admission.

Garden Railway
"Great American Train Stations"
Daily through October 8, 10:00am-4:00pm
The Garden Railway is a miniature world of model trains running on a quarter mile track, set in the splendor of the Arboretum’s summer garden. The miniature world features historic buildings created entirely of natural materials, each meticulously detailed with leaves, bark, vines and twigs. Logs and branches are also used to create unique tunnels and overhead trestles. Nestled among woody plants, colorful annuals and perennials, the finished product is an enchanting landscape that never ceases to delight visitors both young and old. On Sunday, July 1 from 1-3pm Judy Tudy the Circus Clown will be at the Garden Railway. Free with regular admission.

Circus Weeks at the Garden Railway:
June 30-July 9 and
August 25-September 3.
The first circus was held in Philadelphia in 1793. Come see the Big Top and the circus trains, learn the history of the circus and watch for a few surprises. Free with regular admission.

Garden Discovery Series
Join us on the 1st Saturday of each month anytime from 11AM to 3PM for a chance to experience the Morris Arboretum like never before. Explore little known parts of the garden, learn some secrets of nature, and create something magical. These events are free with regular garden admission and are fun for everyone. For event locations, check the Discover the Garden Cart.

July 7 – Model House Demonstration: Peek inside one of the houses featured at this year’s Garden Railway, where the theme is Great American Train Stations. See how they’re made and get ideas for your own models. Stop by anytime from 11:00am-3:00pm. For event locations, check the Discover the Garden Cart.

"A Plantsman in Asia"
A photo exhibit by
Paul W. Meyer, The F. Otto Haas Director
of the Morris Arboretum

at

The Burrison Gallery in the University Club at Penn
3611 Walnut Street 2nd Floor
Phila. PA 19104.

Exhibit on display July 15 - September 7, 2007.

Great Plants for Your Home Garden Tour
Each Sunday in July at 1:00pm.
Join experienced Arboretum guides on a tour designed to showcase plants that are easy to grow, offer attractive features in multiple seasons, are readily available and pest resistant. The tour is free with regular admission.