May 2007

PLANT SALE MEMBERS' EVENTS
Invitations will be mailed to members at the noted levels.  The Development Office will begin accepting reservations for these events on April 1 via email at members@morrisarboretum.org or by calling 215.247.5777 ext.155.  *Indicates that reservations are required.

Plant Sale Luncheon*
Thursday, May 10, 11:30AM - 2:00PM
For Oak level members ($500) and above.  Includes lunch with Arboretum director Paul Meyer, plus the first opportunity to purchase from a wide variety of the Morris Arboretum's most premier plants.  Local artists Judy Jarvis, Kathleen Gallagher, and Denise DeLaurentis will exhibit a selection of artwork and donate 30% of proceeds to the Arboretum.

Plant Sale Preview Night*
Thursday, May 10, 5:30 - 7:30PM
Open to Chestnut level members ($150) and above.  Enjoy an evening of fun, food and plants and paintings (as described above). 

Plant Sale Members Only Day
Friday, May 11, 10:00AM - 8PM
All Morris Arboretum members are welcome to shop all day.  Bring your membership card, wagons and wallet.  Shop early or visit us late.  Don't forget your free bonus plant coupon found in the Plant Sale brochure.

Plant Sale Family Night*
Friday, May 11, 5:30 - 7:30PM
Beech level members ($90) and higher are invited to bring a picnic dinner and join us for entertainment by Give and Take jugglers, dessert, children's activities and most importantly, shopping! 

Morris Arboretum Plant Sale
Saturday, May 12 -10:00am -4:00pm
and
Sunday, May 13 - 12:00-4:00pm.
Come and find something unique for your garden! The sale features top quality perennials, annuals and woody plants, many of which are rare or unusual or difficult to find at other outlets. Horticulture experts will be available to help you select the perfect plant. Admission is free both days to non-members.

Nick Kelsh Exhibit Opening Reception
Sunday, May 20 1-3pm
Upper Gallery
Please RSVP at (215) 247-5777 ext. 0
This event is free with admission.

Garden Railway Grand Opening
"Great American Train Stations"
Grand Opening: Saturday, May 26
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 May 26, we will celebrate with birthday cards, balloons, cotton candy, popcorn and train-themed cake. Free with regular admission. More info ...

Garden Discovery Series
Join us on the 1st Saturday of each month 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.

May 5 – Garden Discovery Series - A Bug’s Eye View: Get up close and personal with nature. While exploring the garden, we’ll collect materials to make unique microscope slides. Then we’ll observe the colorful differences in pollen grains (it’s nothing to sneeze at!), the intricacies of fern spores, and the delicate beauty of lichens and mosses. Stop by anytime from 11:00am-3:00pm. For event locations, check the Discover the Garden Cart.