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In spring, Matthaei and the Arb burst into life. Over 20,000 daffodils in a line emerge and bloom at the Arb The fragrance of lilacs is on the air. Woody plants show off their flowers and the peonies peak in June.
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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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In the late summer, prairie grasses and plants begin to peak. The prairie sites in the Arb and Gardens are great places for a peaceful stroll.
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  • Free Welcome Week Performances for Students
    All U-M students invited to free student-only Welcome Week performances of Shakespeare in the Arb. This season's play is "A Midsummer Night's Dream," directed by LSA/Residential College professor Kate Mendeloff. Sun., Sept. 5 and Mon., Sept. 6 (Labor Day). One performance each night. Performances start at 6 p.m. near the Washington Hts. entrance to the Arb. Please bring your U-M student ID.

    Location: Nichols Arboretum

    Category: Events

    Date: 9/5/2010 to 9/6/2010

    Date Details: one show on 9/5/10 and one show on 9/6/10- free student-only Welcome Week performances of Shakespeare in the Arb

    Time: 6 pm to 9 pm

  • Fabulous Flamingos! A Whimsical Outdoor Garden Display
    The flamingos have landed—at Matthaei! Don’t miss our summer exhibit and display featuring dozens of pink flamingo lawn ornaments creatively painted and decorated by U-M art students, Ann Arbor Public School students, and community members. Display also includes garden art, topiary, whirligigs, seasonal plantings, education and interpretation, and more. Free. Display runs June 19 through Sept. 30. Gardens and trails at Matthaei are open seven days a week dawn to dusk.

    Location: Matthaei Botanical Gardens

    Category: Events

    Date: 6/19/2010 to 9/30/2010

    Date Details: Gardens and trails at Matthaei are open seven days a week dawn to dusk.

    Time: 8 am to 8 pm


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