Garden Book Sale
March 2, 2012
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Members Only Sale
March 3, 2012
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Public Sale
Plaza Branch - Kansas City Public Library in the Large Conference Room on the Main Floor
4801 Main, Kansas City, Missouri 64112
The Garden Center Association and the Friends of the Kansas City Public Library have joined forces to bring you the Garden Book Sale. Browse through hundreds of gardening books and magazines at prices so low they are sure to go fast.
If you wish to donate garden books or magazines to the sale contact Brian Chadwick-Robinson at
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
or 913.302.4234 or drop them off at your local branch of the Kansas City Public Library.
Cash, Credit Cards and Checks with ID and will be accepted at the sale.
Some of the categories of books available at the sale.
|
|
Read more...
|
March 17, 2012
10:00 a.m.
Life on the Edge: Tough Plants for Tough Places
Kelly Norris, Author and Plantsmen
Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center
4750 Troost, Kansas City, Missouri 64110
Some of you may remember Kelly from previous presentations to the GCA. He is energetic, passionate about gardening and does so just 120 or so miles north of Kansas City so he knows what the weather in this part of the country can do to a garden and its gardener. We are all looking for that plant to add to our garden that will not only survive but will shrug off most whatever comes its way and shine. This is your opportunity to do just that.
|
March 17, 2012
12:00 p.m.
Luncheon Presention
Cultivating the Rainbow: A Guide to Bearded Irises for Beginners and Enthusiasts
Kelly Norris, Author and manager of Rainbow Iris Farm
Presented in conjunction with the Greater Kansas City Iris Society
Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center
4750 Troost, Kansas City, Missouri 64110
Kelly Norris convinced his parents to buy an iris nursery in 2001 and move it to their family farm. He was just 14 and now at age 24 he manages the nursery, breeds iris and even has upcoming book on iris from Timber Press. He is going to share some of his vast knowledge of bearded iris with us in this special luncheon presentation.
The GCA has partnered with the Greater Kansas City Iris Society, a GCA affiliate for this program. The cost is $7 ($5 for members of either partner organization) and includes a soup luncheon with rolls, cookies and iced tea.
You can register below or send your check made out to GCA to Brian Chadwick-Robinson, 6911 NW Blair Road, Parkville, MO 64152. Please note on your check Iris Luncheon.
|
March 6, 13, and 20, 2012
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Class: Edible Gardening.
Loose Park Garden Center
51st and Wornall
Kansas City, Missouri 64112
We will cover the whole cycle from preparing your soil to harvest and beyond. We will focus on getting a full season of edibles out of your garden whether it is a large traditional plot, containers on your deck or mixed into your borders with a wide range of edibles you may never have thought of growing yourself or thought were too hard.
Three-session class March 6, 13 and 20 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $30 (GCA members $22), includes class materials.
You can register below or send your check made out to GCA to Brian Chadwick-Robinson, 6911 NW Blair Road, Parkville, MO 64152. Please note on your check which class you are signing up for.
|
March 8, 15, and 22, 2012
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Class: Herbaceous Plants I.
Loose Park Garden Center
51st and Wornall
Kansas City, Missouri 64112
We will cover more than 60 annuals, perennials and biennials for your garden. Know how big they get, when they bloom and where to place them in your garden for best results.
Three-session class on March 8, 15 and 22 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $30 (GCA members $22), includes class materials.
You can register below or send your check made out to GCA to Brian Chadwick-Robinson, 6911 NW Blair Road, Parkville, MO 64152. Please note on your check which class you are signing up for.
|
April 10, and 12, 2012
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Class: Tomatoes.
Loose Park Garden Center
51st and Wornall
Kansas City, Missouri 64112
We will cover how to start your very own plants from seed including planting some to take home. We will cover transplanting, pruning and giving your plants the right support to grow on for the healthiest tomato plants. Learn the differences between heirlooms and hybrids as well as diseases, pests and what all those crazy letters are after the names of hybrids and what they mean to gardeners. You will also get plans for how to build your own tomato cages and trellises at home.
Two-session class on April 10 and 12 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
$25 (GCA members $18), includes class materials.
You can register below or send your check made out to GCA to Brian Chadwick-Robinson, 6911 NW Blair Road, Parkville, MO 64152. Please note on your check which class you are signing up for.
|
June 22-24, 2012
GCA Garden Tour St. Louis, Missouri - Missouri Botanic Garden, Lantern Festival, private garden tours, shopping for plants and garden accessories and wine reception in private garden.
Early-bird rate $399 per person or $289 for double occupancy, includes all travel, accommodations, garden admission and tours.
After April 20, 2012 rates go to $439 per person or $319 for double occupancy.
You can register below or send your check made out to GCA to Brian Chadwick-Robinson, 6911 NW Blair Road, Parkville, MO 64152. Please note on your check St. Louis Trip.
Join us for a three-day trip to St Louis, Missouri during which we plan to visit Missouri Botanic Garden, take in the Lantern Festival there, tour private gardens and shop for plants and accessories. We will be staying at the Millennium Hotel in downtown St. Louis with great views of the city, the arch and the Missouri river.
We will be leaving Kansas City around 8 a.m. on Friday, June 22 with a return on Sunday, June 24 about 7:00 p.m.
Ticket price includes all transportation, hotel, garden admission and wine reception on Saturday evening. Attendees will be responsible for all meals.
|
|
