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| Savvy Choices for Spring 7:00 PM Savvy Choices for Spring Apr 2 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM  WHEN: Tuesday April 2, 2019 from 7pm to 9pm WHERE: Building 72 in the Arboretum at the Central Experimental Farm, east of the Prince of Wales roundabout DETAILS: Learn how to introduce new plants to your garden in the springtime. … Continued | Volunteer Orientation 9:30 AM Volunteer Orientation Apr 6 @ 9:30 AM  WHEN: Saturday April 6, 2019 at 9:30am WHERE: Building 72 in the Arboretum at the Central Experimental Farm, east of the Prince of Wales roundabout DETAILS: What better way to enjoy nature, fresh air, exercise, plant life and contribute to … Continued | |||||
| The Art of Rock Gardening 7:00 PM The Art of Rock Gardening Apr 16 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM  WHEN: Tuesday April 16, 2019 from 7pm to 9pm WHERE: Building 72 in the Arboretum at the Central Experimental Farm, east of the Prince of Wales roundabout DETAILS: This presentation is directed towards those who have minimal rock gardening experience. … Continued | Annual General Meeting 7:00 PM Annual General Meeting Apr 17 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM  WHEN : Wednesday April 17, 2019 from 7pm to 9pm WHERE: K.W. Neatby Building, Salons A & B, 960 Carling Avenue near Maple Drive DETAILS: The Friends’ board of directors cordially invite the public to attend the 2019 AGM, membership … Continued | |||||
| Trees and Shrubs- the Backbones of your Gardens 7:00 PM Trees and Shrubs- the Backbones of your Gardens Apr 30 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM  WHEN: Tuesday April 30th , 2019, from 7pm to 9pm WHERE: Building 72 in the Arboretum at the Central Experimental Farm, east of the Prince of Wales roundabout DETAILS: This illustrated talk, presented by Master Gardener Diane McClymont Peace, will … Continued |
WHEN: Tuesday April 2, 2019 from 7pm to 9pm 
WHERE: Building 72 in the Arboretum at the Central Experimental Farm,
east of the Prince of Wales roundabout
DETAILS:
- Learn how to introduce new plants to your garden in the springtime.
- Mary Shearman Reid and Stephanie Sleeth with MG Ottawa-Carleton will present ideas to help you plan your garden and will provide a wide range of tips for savvy shopping.
COST: Lectures are $12 FCEF member, $15 non-member. Use the PayPal links below.
INFO: Email info@friendsofthefarm.ca or call 613-230-3276
Member $12 Non-member $15
WHEN: Saturday April 6, 2019 at 9:30am
WHERE: Building 72 in the Arboretum at the Central Experimental Farm, east of the Prince of Wales roundabout
DETAILS:
- What better way to enjoy nature, fresh air, exercise, plant life and contribute to the beauty of the Farm than to join one of the Friends’ Gardening Teams?
- For those interested in volunteering, come out and meet the garden team leaders and event coordinators at the Volunteer Recruitment Orientation
- For more information on garden team duties, days and times, see Volunteer Activities
COST: Free admission
INFO: Email volunteer@friendsofthefarm.ca or call 613-230-3276
WHEN: Tuesday April 16, 2019 from 7pm to 9pm
WHERE: Building 72 in the Arboretum at the Central Experimental Farm,
east of the Prince of Wales roundabout
DETAILS:
- This presentation is directed towards those who have minimal rock gardening experience.
- This talk addresses the history of the art of rock gardening, along with identifying those individuals who have made large contributions to the introduction of rock garden plants from around the world.
- Josie Pazdzior and Rob Stuart from Master Gardeners with MG Ottawa-Carleton will give suggestions for hardy plants suited to sun and or shade and will present their own experiences, successes and failures.
COST: Individual Lectures: $12 FCEF member, $15 non-members 
Member: $12 Non-member: $15
INFO: Email info@friendsofthefarm.ca or call 613-230-3276
WHEN 
: Wednesday April 17, 2019 from 7pm to 9pm
WHERE: K.W. Neatby Building, Salons A & B, 960 Carling Avenue near Maple Drive
DETAILS:
- The Friends’ board of directors cordially invite the public to attend the 2019 AGM, membership is not required.
- The AGM will begin with a short business meeting and a presentation on The Flora and Fauna of Algonquin Park presented by Michael Runtz
- This is followed by a guest presentation and refreshments, please register if you plan to attend.
- Algonquin Park is one of Canada¹s best loved treasures. Its 7,600 square kilometers supports habitats ranging from towering southern hardwood forests to boreal floating peat lands, and these are home to myriad fascinating plants and animals. This highly visual talk will focus on some of the natural history highlights of this great park.
- Free parking in the lot east of the K.W. Neatby Building, access from Maple Drive.
COST: Free admission, registration is required.
INFO: Register here or call 613-230-3276
WHEN: Tuesday April 30th , 2019, from 7pm to 9pm 
WHERE: Building 72 in the Arboretum at the Central Experimental Farm,
east of the Prince of Wales roundabout
DETAILS:
- This illustrated talk, presented by Master Gardener Diane McClymont Peace, will include little known and recently learned facts about trees and shrubs.
- It outlines the choices for the gardener for hardiness and year round interest, what to look for, and recommended maintenance throughout the year.
COST: Individual Lectures: $12 FCEF member, $15 non-members Member: $12 Non-member: $15
INFO: Email info@friendsofthefarm.ca or call 613-230-3276
WHEN: Sunday May 5th, 2019 at 10am
WHERE: Meet at Building 72 in the Arboretum at the Central Experimental Farm, east of the Prince of Wales roundabout
DETAILS:
- The tour leader Ken Farr and and co-leader Zoe Panchen will focus on how to identify the trees in the Arboretum
- The emerging spring flowers on the trees will be a bonus for this tour as you learn more about the tree species
- No special knowledge is required
- Although the tours are free and open to the public, please register in advance
COST: Free admission, donations gratefully accepted during the tour
INFO: Register here or call 613-230-3276.
WHEN: Sunday May 12, 2019 from 9am to 1pm RAIN OR SHINE
WHERE: Parking lot beside K.W. Neatby Bldg at Carling & Maple Drive, follow the signs
DETAILS:
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- Get everything you need for your garden at our spectacular plant sale – here is this year’s vendor list
- Over 30 of the region’s top specialty growers and nursery vendors are assembled in one location- no need to drive across town to visit each one!
- Master Gardeners of Ottawa Carleton are on hand with free advice on all your gardening questions
- Friends popular ‘plant coat check’ service is under the canopy – keep your hands free while shopping and volunteers help carry your treasures to your vehicle
- Refreshment tables and sale of gardening books provide a nourishing break while shopping
- Free parking on Maple Drive and in the Dominion Observatory parking lot
- For those interested in participating, download the registration document
- NEW – Vendor registration can be completed using the PayPal link: PayPal
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COST: Free admission, donations gratefully accepted
INFO: Call (613) 230-3276 or e-mail info@friendsofthefarm.ca
WHEN: Tuesday May 14th, 2019, from 7pm to 9pm 
WHERE: Building 72 in the Arboretum at the Central Experimental Farm,
east of the Prince of Wales roundabout
DETAILS:
- This illustrated talk, presented by Master Gardener Judith Cox, will explore several aspects of vegetable gardens though the ages.
- This talk will outline how vegetables can be grown in large spaces or small pots giving the opportunity to everyone to try and harvest their own bounty.
COST: Individual Lectures: $12 FCEF member, $15 non-members Member: $12 Non-member: $15
INFO: Email info@friendsofthefarm.ca or call 613-230-3276
WHEN: Sunday May 19, 2019, at 1pm
WHERE: Meet at the Macoun Garden in the Ornamental Gardens west of the Prince of Wales roundabout
DETAILS:
- Take a guided tour of the Central Experimental Farm Lilac Walk with the Friends expert Lilac Team
- Visit more than 200 Lilac varieties in the CEF Collection, some dating to the turn of the last century
- Some of the original lilacs planted in the Arboretum in 1886 were moved to the Lilac Walk in 1919
- Park at Canada Agriculture and Food Museum lot (Pay and Display) and follow the signs
COST: Free admission, donations gratefully accepted during the tour
INFO: Email info@friendsofthefarm.ca or call 613-230-3276
WHEN: Sunday June 2nd, 2019 at 10am
WHERE: Meet at Building 72 in the Arboretum at the Central Experimental Farm, east of the Prince of Wales roundabout
DETAILS:
- This tour will focus on trees and shrubs native to the southern part of the eastern forest of North America
- Southern trees such as Magnolias, Sweetgum, Persimmon and Sweetshrub will be exhibited
- Come and join this tour of the season with tour leader Owen Clarkin and co-leader Eric Jones
- Although the tours are free and open to the public, please register in advance
COST: Free admission, donations gratefully accepted during the tour
INFO: Register here or call 613-230-3276.
WHEN: Tuesday June 4th, 2019 from 7pm to 9pm 
WHERE: Building 72 in the Arboretum at the Central Experimental Farm,
east of the Prince of Wales roundabout
DETAILS:
- Percy Saunders the son of first director of the CEF introduced some marvelous peonies.
- This talk addresses what makes these peonies breeding so valuable, his work and how gardeners around the world gained access to his creations.
- Blaine Marchard a volunteer with Friends of the Central Experimental Farm will be hosting this lecture.
- This is a free event, however a suggested donation of $10 would be appreciated.
WHEN: Saturday and Sunday, June 15 and 16, 2019, from 10am to 4pm
WHERE: Building 72 in the Arboretum at the Central Experimental Farm, east of the Prince of Wales roundabout
DETAILS:
- Thousands of the best used books in Ottawa!
- All fiction is alphabetized, 18 categories of non-fiction plus many vintage books
- Special collections of art and music, CD’s and DVD’s
- Great selection, great prices – $1 for pocketbooks, $2 for trade paperback and hardbacks, $3 for new releases, deluxe editions and special publications.
- Have books to donate? Hang on to them for the Fall Used Book Drop-off on Saturday October 19 – please don’t drop off books any other time of year, thanks!
COST: Free admission
INFO: Email info@friendsofthefarm.ca or call 613-230-3276
WHEN: Sunday June 16, 2019, from 10am to 2pm – will be cancelled in case of rain, check www.friendsofthefarm.ca
WHERE: Ornamental Gardens west of the Prince of Wales roundabout.
Park in Ag Museum lot (Pay & Display). The Friends of the Farm garden tour leaders will be at the gardens and will be able to answer any questions visitors may have.
DETAILS:
- A gem in the heart of Canada’s Capital, the Central Experimental Farm’s Ornamental Gardens have enchanted visitors for more than a century.
- Friends of the Farm invite you to join them in the spectacular gardens on this National Historic Site.
- Friends expert garden volunteers will offer any information on any of the CEF Ornamental Gardens including these historic gardens
- Peony – Heritage Rose – Explorer Rose
- Macoun Memorial Garden, Rock Garden, Perennial and Annual
Gardens, Iris and Daylily Gardens
COST: Free admission, donations gratefully accepted during the tours
INFO: Email info@friendsofthefarm.ca or call 613-230-3276
WHEN: Sunday June 16, 2018, from 10am to 2pm – will be cancelled in case of rain, check www.friendsofthefarm.ca
WHERE: Peony Beds in the Ornamental Gardens west of the Prince of Wales roundabout.
As part of June Blooms, park in the Ag Museum lot (Pay & Display).
DETAILS:
- Take a tour of the Central Experimental Farm Peony Beds with the Friends expert Peony Team
- Visit the award-winning and heritage peonies in 12 garden beds with 400 named species and over 600 individual plants
- This includes over 105 different cultivars in the Saunders Collection of peonies introduced by the most prolific peony breeder of all time, A.P. Saunders, son of the first Director of the CEF, Dr. William Saunders
- Get tips on what works best in your garden and ways to keep your peonies happily blooming
- View the Peonies in the CEF Collection
COST: Free admission, donations gratefully accepted during the tour
INFO: Email info@friendsofthefarm.ca or call 613-230-3276
WHEN: Saturday July 20, 2019, from 2pm to 4pm Rain Date is Sunday July 21. Ticket sales end at 3:15pm or until sold out – tea is served until 4pm.
WHERE: Next to Building 72 in the Arboretum at the Central Experimental Farm, east of the Prince of Wales roundabout
DETAILS:
- Classic tea is served under the trees at the Arboretum
- This annual event brings out the Victorian flair in all of us!
- Dress in period garb (optional) and enter the Best Hat and Best Costume Contest (Men and Women)
- Enjoy listening to live music on the lawn
- Serving handmade finger sandwiches, scones, and piping hot tea in fine china cups on outdoor tables and chairs
- Judging for best costume with take place at 3pm and winners will be announced at 3:15pm
COST: High tea is $15, reservations are NOT required
INFO: Email info@friendsofthefarm.ca or call 613-230-3276
WHEN: Saturday August 17, 2019, from 10am to 4pm (rain date Sun Aug 18)
WHERE: Next to Building 72 in the Arboretum at the Central Experimental Farm, east of the Prince of Wales roundabout
DETAILS:
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- This special summer event showcases local and regional artists displaying and selling their original artwork
- There isn’t a more beautiful setting than under the luxurious canopy of the Arboretum!
- So much to savour in one day – oil and acrylic paintings, stone and wood sculptures, glass art and jewelry, pottery and stoneware, landscapes and portraits, photography, fiber and paper designs, woodwork and accessories.
- Also featuring a sale of art books and prints.
- If you are looking to participate in this exciting event please see the Registration Form or Formulaire d’inscription
- NEW – Vendor registration can be completed using the PayPal link: PayPal
COST: Free admission
INFO: Email info@friendsofthefarm.ca or call 613-230-3276
WHEN: Tuesday September 10th, 2019, from 7pm to 9pm
WHERE: Building 72 in the Arboretum at the Central Experimental Farm,
east of the Prince of Wales roundabout
DETAILS:
- This illustrated talk, presented by Master Gardener Nancy McDonald, discusses easy ways to use both edible flowers and herbs in food preparation.
- She will have samples of some of her favorites resulting in ideas for participants to try.
COST: Individual Lectures: $12 FCEF member, $15 non-members Member: $12 Non-member: $15
INFO: Email info@friendsofthefarm.ca or call 613-230-3276
WHEN: Saturday October 19, 2019, from 10am to 3pm
WHERE: Building 72 in the Arboretum at the Central Experimental Farm, east of the Prince of Wales roundabout
DETAILS:
- Clean out your shelves and donate your books for a great cause – this is the only drop-off day in 2019 when we accept books from the public
- Friends volunteers are ready to unload your boxes and bags of re-gifted books
- We do not accept magazines, textbooks or encyclopedias
- Please note – respect Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada property and do not drop off books except on official drop-off days, thanks!
COST: Free admission
INFO: Email info@friendsofthefarm.ca or call 613-230-3276