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Tim Donar Exhibition

August 1 - 31, 2008
Photographer Tim Donar of Conway will exhibit a collection of fine art canvas prints of the Gardens in the Magnolia room the month of August. The work, spanning nearly four years, reflects seasonal images from
the Garden.

Donar is a member of the Conway League of Artists and
the Little Rock Outdoor Photography Club with works displayed at the Gardens' Gift shop, Petit Jean Mather Lodge, Conway Regional Surgery Center, ReMax of Conway, Something Brewing in Conway, and 5x7 shows in Austin, TX.

Along with garden photographs, images of Arkansas
scenery in black and white are included in the display.

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Gardening 101: Soils I and II

August 28, 2008
Exploring the intricate makings of a beautiful garden is the aim of a series of free workshops being held in the Gardens' Magnolia Room through November.

Soils I, morning session: 9-11 a.m. Presenter: Bob Byers
Soils II, afternoon session: 1-3:30 p.m. Presenter: Larry Averill

The workshop is free of charge to GWG members or those previously registered as volunteers at the Gardens. The public will be subject to Garden Admission fees, which are $8.00 for adults, $7.00 for seniors. Space is limited. Register today by calling the Gardens’ administration office at (501) 262-9300 or (800) 366-4664. Don't forget to bring a sack lunch!
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Gardening 101: Trees and Vines

September 4, 2008
Exploring the intricate makings of a beautiful garden is the aim of a series of free workshops being held in the Gardens' Magnolia Room through November.

Trees, morning session: 9-11 a.m. Presenter: Eric
Fall Interest, afternoon session: 1-3:30 p.m. Presenter: Bob Byers

The workshop is free of charge to GWG members or those previously registered as volunteers at the Gardens. The public will be subject to Garden Admission fees, which are $8.00 for adults, $7.00 for seniors. Space is limited. Register today by calling the Gardens’ administration office at (501) 262-9300 or (800) 366-4664. Don't forget to bring a sack lunch!
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Tuesday Tea - "Razorback Tea"

September 9, 2008
Get in the Razorback spirit during this hog-wild tea party! We'll celebrate Arkansas' team with specialty teas, gourmet scones, finger sandwiches, and an array of scrumptious desserts in the Magnolia Room or on the Garden veranda (weather permitting). Tea time is 3:00 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month. Cost is $15 for GWG members and $18 for non-members plus applicable tax. Seating is very limited so make your reservations early by purchasing tickets online or by calling 501-262-9300/800-366-4664. Go Hogs!
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Garvan Woodland Gardens
550 Arkridge Road - P.O. Box 22240
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71913
800-366-4664 or 501-262-9300
gardeninfo@garvangardens.org

Pictured above are members Dee and Daisy enjoying "Tuesday Tea", one of the many events throughout the year in which members receive discounts on special events.

Consider this your invitation to become a member of Arkansas' Botanical Garden. As a member of Garvan Woodland Gardens, you enter a remarkable natural world that is yours to discover over and over again. Members enjoy free admission, special events, previews, reciprocal admission to 180 other botanical gardens and much more. You'll have an entry to hands-on programs, enriching classes for children and fascinating workshops for adults. Your membership supports exhibits, educational and cultural programs, festivals and the sheer beauty of four Arkansas seasons. Why not join right now?

Membership

Members receive many wonderful benefits including our quarterly newsletter "Garden Leaves," invitations to special events, 10% discount at our Gift Shop, discounts on special events, workshops, and much more.

Wedding Facility Discount

Garvan Woodland Gardens members at the $65 Dual and above levels receive a 10% discount on ceremony facility rentals (only) at the Gardens. This applies to immediate family members (sons/daughters) and bride and groom.

Gift Memberships

A garden membership makes a wonderful gift for family, friends, or neighbors. Give them a gift for all seasons.

Flowers found in Garvan Woodland Gardens

Join Now

Join or renew your membership online or call 501-262-9607 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Memberships may also be purchased at the Pratt Welcome Center. NOTE: We are currently upgrading our membership software, so you may experience a delay in receiving your permanent membership card. We will, however, send a temporary card as soon as we process your membership. We ask for your patience during this upgrade.

Alumnus of the University of Arkansas System receive $5 off their membership fee.
Faculty and Staff of the University of Arkansas System receive $10 off their membership fee.

Your tax deductible receipt will be mailed to you from the University of Arkansas.

To view the current list of reciprocal gardens, please click on the link below.
Reciprocal Gardens

GWG Photo Contest Winners!

With more than two hundred entries in this year's photo contest, choosing the top three images was a difficult task.

Four members of the Hot Springs Village Camera Club - Don and Nancy Fry, Bernie Angel, and Fred Garcia - served as judges, spending countless hours reviewing each photo. Photos were judged based on clarity, exposure, background, subject matter, and balance.

First Place: Lane Morris

Second Place: Dave Hicks

Third Place: David Reagler

Honorable Mention:
Barbara Hansen
Warren Bankson
Justin Lee

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