calendar of events
There's always something happening at the Arb & Gardens, whether it's a single cactus blooming in the Conservatory or a few thousand people enjoying Earth Day celebrations. Free guided tours. Prescribed burns. Gardening and art classes for kids and adults. School field trips. Seasonal exhibits. Let our calendar help you find the activity that's right for you and your family.
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Few places on earth are as beautiful as Michigan on a fine fall day. Take an afternoon walk through the Arb or Garden trails to see the spectacular autumn foliage.
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- Eco-Restoration Workdays - Arb
Enjoy and learn about the beautiful natural areas at Nichols Arboretum as you contribute to our restoration efforts. Education and tools provided. Individuals welcome to drop-in; groups register in advance. Volunteers under age 18 must submit a permission form prior to participation; those under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Questions? (734) 647-8528 or tgriffit@umich.edu
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Location: Nichols Arboretum Date: 10/13/2012 Date Details: Second Saturday of every month; meet at Reader Center 1610 Washington Heights. Time: 9 am to 12 pm - Volunteer Opportunity
Conservatory Ambassador Training
After the blossoming glory of the display gardens has faded our visitors can find a welcome retreat in the Conservatory. Ambassadors greet and guide visitors to points of interest and informal learning opportunities. This training will introduce volunteers to the Visitor Services department and cover the basics about the tropical, temperate, and arid biomes and the many fascinating plants that are found in each. Ambassadors commit to two 3-hour shifts per month and attend ongoing educational sessions. Interview and pre-registration required. FULL
Location: Matthaei Botanical Gardens Date: 10/13/2012 Date Details: Sat., Oct. 13, 9 am?noon Time: 9 am to 12 pm More info: click here - Build Your Own Scarecrow
Build a kid-sized scarecrow to take home! Listen to stories about scarecrows and how farmers relied on them to keep animals from raiding the farm and garden, then build and decorate your own scarecrow to take home. Bring a set of child sized clothing, we provide the rest. $10.00/ child includes activities and materials. 12-YE-23
Location: Matthaei Botanical Gardens Date: 10/13/2012 Date Details: Sat., Oct. 13, 10 am?noon Time: 10 am to 12 pm More info: click here
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