Category Archives: Children

Pumpkin Carving and Preserving

The Jack-o-lanterns of today would not be recognized by those who introduced them to this country. According to Irish legend, Stingy Jack bargained with the Devil and won. The Devil took his revenge by forcing him to wander with only … Continue reading

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Book Review: Creatures and Critters

Creatures and Critters, Who’s in the Garden by Carol J. Michel is a delightful gardening book for you or a confined garden friend. It covers from Garden Fairies to Dinosaurs and a myriad of creatures in between. Carol is a Garden.Comm … Continue reading

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Kids Day 2019

The Kids Day at the Arboretum on Monday, July 19, was a huge success according to Joanna Kirby, Chair of the third annual event. Kirby said, ‘Without support of so many, it would not have been the most successful to … Continue reading

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Smokey the Bear comes back!

Smokey enjoyed himself so much last year, that he is returning to Kids Day at the Arboretum on July 29 to celebrate his 75th birthday. Come and help him celebrate at this free and fun event!

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