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76th Season

"A Portage Lake Tradition..."

"Enjoying the Company of Friends..."
June 16th, Noon
Arcadia Bluffs Luncheon Social and Program
R.S.V.P. by June 9th to Lisa Sattler, 231-889-4491

"Viewing the Beauty that Surrounds Us"
June 30th, 1:00, Farr Center
Marci Greymore of Weesie Brothers Garden Center will present a program on roses and other bloomers. Marci is the manager of Weesies Bros., and she is also an Advanced Master Gardener and a Certified Nurseryman.

"Learning from One Another"
July 14th, 1:00, Farr Center
A visit and update from the Onekama Girl Scout Troop on their work with native plants. Lynette Maxey, Troop Leader, and her scouts will be our honored guests.

"Appreciating the Richness of Our Area"
July 28th, 1:00, Farr Center
Karen Schmidt of the Grand Traverse Botanic Garden will showcase this extensive regional garden scape. Karen is Board of Directors Chair for the Botanic Garden of Northwest Michigan in Traverse City,MI.

"Listening to the Songs of the Forest"
August 11th, 1:00, Farr Center
Mark Schwendner will show members how to design and create a bird bath out of plant materials. Mark is a retired industrial/robotics electrician from Ford Motor Company. He is also a long-time gardener and member of Spirit of the Woods Garden Club.

"Savoring the Bounty of the Farms and Orchards"
August 25th, 1:00, Douglas Valley Organic Vineyard Community, Front Porch
Organic farming and community supported agriculture information will be given.

"Toasting the Arrival of Another Season"
September 8th, 6-8 p.m. at Capper's Carriage House

New members and guests are always welcome!