UA Arboretum: Events

Arboretum Events

As I may have mentioned to you earlier, we are celebrating the Arboretum's 50th Birthday this year! Festivities will begin this April and go through March 2008 with some sort of culminating event. Additionally, the University of Alabama Arboretum will present four faculty members from the Department of Biological Sciences, speaking to the public on topics of general interest. Here's what we have scheduled now:

Current Events

What: 50th Anniversary Gala - Art and Accolades
When: Thursday, April 3, 2008 / 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Where: President's Mansion, University of Alabama Campus
Additional information:Concluding the 2007 – 2008 50th anniversary year of activities, the Arboretum’s gala event, “Art and Accolades,” will take place on April 3, 2008. The celebration will be located at the President’s Mansion on The University of Alabama campus from 6 – 8 p.m. Tickets are $40/individual and $75/couple and are available by calling the Arboretum.

A portion of “Art and Accolades” will be dedicated to recognizing and honoring the past directors of the UA Arboretum: Gibbes Patton, Joab Thomas, Roger Sayers, and Fred Gabrielson. The gala will also feature a live auction of pass-a-long art. Art donations have been received by Nall and many other local artists and photographers.

For more information about “Art and Accolades” or the Arboretum, call 205-553-3278.

What: Friends of the Arboretum 2008 Spring Plant Sale
When: Sunday, April 13 2008 / 1:00PM - 4:00PM (Members of FOA from 12:00PM - 1:00PM)
Where: Golf course parking lot - Click For Map
Additional information: Get your garden ready! Take your pick from our selection of tasty vegetables, herbs, fragrant flowers, and other bedding plants sure to satisfy your itching green thumb! If you would like to volunteer, please contact Julia Hartman (jhartman@as.ua.edu, 348-1328). We have a variety of volunteer opportunities to help with preparation for the sale, as well as the sale itself.

What: Volunteer Work Days
When: Thursdays 9 AM - Noon
Where: Arboretum
Additional information: You don't need to be an expert. We'll teach you!

What: Walking Tour
When: Third Wednesday of every month, 12:10 - 12:50 PM
Where: Arboretum
Additional information: Exercise while seeing what's "growing on!" Moderate hike, wear walking shoes.

Past Events

What: Pruning Workshop With Larry Quick
When: Saturday, January 26, 2008 / 2:00 PM
Where: University of Alabama Arboretum
Additional information: Guest pruner Larry Quick, Executive Director of Aldridge Botanical Gardens in Hoover, will give a pruning workshop at the Univeristy of Alabama's Arboretum. Larry spent 18 years as County Extension Agent with the Alabama Cooperative Extension system, and has four years as Program Coordinator for the Landscape Technology Program at Jefferson State Community College. As Executive Director of Aldridge Botanical gardens, Larry is responsible for overall management, development, and implementation of the Master Plan.

What: Annual St. Valentine's Day Dinner / Dance
When: Thursday, February 14, 2008 / 6:30 PM - 9:00PM
Where: Smith Hall / Natural History Museum, University of Alabama campus (click here for a map)
Additional information: Join us for our Annual St. Valentine's Day Dinner co-sponsored by the Alabama Museum of Natural History. Appetizers will be served at 6:30 PM, followed by dancing to big band/swing music performed by the George Winter Band at 7:15. Black tie dress is optional, and tickets are $75.00. To purchase tickets, or for more information, please contact the Alabama Museum of Natural History at 205-348-7550. Get your tickets early, as there are only 100 available!!!

What: Native Plants With William Cullina
When: March 2008/ Time and Date TBA
Where: Arboretum
Additional information: Additional information will be provided as soon as it becomes available.

What: Culmination Of the Arboretum's 50th Anniversary
When: March 2008 / Time and Date TBA
Where: Arboretum
Additional information: Join us for the culmination of the Arboretum's 50th Anniversary, honoring all the Directors (past and present) of the UA Arboretum and marking the official 50th Anniversary. We'll post more info as soon as it becomes available.

What: Tree Planting & Birthday Party
When: November 2007 / Time and Date TBA
Where: Arboretum
Additional information: So far, we know there'll be tree-planting and BIRTHDAY CAKE!! We'll post more info as soon as it becomes available.

What: Informal Talks: Dr. Martha Powell & Dr. Stephen Secor
When: October 22, 2007 / 12:00PM - 1:00PM
Where: Tuscaloosa Public Library's Rotary Club Room
Additional information: Dr. Martha Powell will present aspects of her specialty, "Fungi: Friends or Foes," and Dr. Stephen Secor will speak on "Snakes: Facts, Fiction, and Physiology." Attendees may bring brown bag lunches. There is no admission charge, and the public is welcome.

What: Informal Talks: Dr. John Clark & Dr. David Francko
When: October 17, 2007 / 12:00PM - 1:00PM
Where: Tuscaloosa Public Library's Rotary Club Room
Additional information: Dr. John Clark will talk on "Documenting and Exploring Plant Diversity in the Neotropics." Paired with Dr. Clark is Dr. David Francko, whose talk will be on "Native and Naturalized Palms in the Central Alabama Landscape." Attendees may bring brown bag lunches. There is no admission charge, and the public is welcome.

What: Annual Fall Plant Sale
When: October 14, 2007 / 1:00PM - 4:00PM
Where: Arboretum
Additional information: Liven up your garden with our great selection of pansies, violas, snapdragons, poppies and other cool season annuals, as well as herbs and perennials!! (Thanks to everyone who volunteered their time to make this year's Fall Plant Sale such a success! For photos of the set-up taken by Betty Hardee, click here!)

What: Fall Container Gardening Workshop with Linda Askey
When: September 23, 2007 / 1:30PM
Where: Arboretum
Additional information: Linda Askey, garden writer and home gardening representative for Fafard Soil, will discuss the whys and hows of container gardening.

What: Garden Celebrations Tour 2007
When: Sunday, May 20 2007 / 1:00PM - 5:00PM
Where: Gardens in Tuscaloosa and Northport
Additional information: On Sunday, May 20, 2007, the Friends of the University of Alabama Arboretum will host the annual Garden Celebrations tour of five of Tuscaloosa’s loveliest gardens. These gardens will be open from 1:00 to 5:00 pm and staffed with people to answer your gardening questions.

This year's tour features a variety of gardens, including two that overlook Lake Tuscaloosa, a charming garden-home space, a garden inspired by the Far East, and a garden in a new home. All gardeners will find inspiration for their own pursuits, and those who do not garden will have a lovely afternoon observing the hard work and passion of these dedicated West Alabama homeowners.

Tickets will be for sale in advance at Manna Grocery, the Potager, Dunn’s Nursery, the Plant Lady, Canebrake Gardens, and Barton’s Nursery. Tickets will also be on sale at each house on the day of the tour. The addresses of the homes on the tour will be posted on the Arboretum Web site the weekend of the tour. The $20 ticket affords entry to all five gardens and supports the outreach and education efforts of the University of Alabama Arboretum.

What: Arboretum Birthday Kickoff Event
When: Thursday, April 12, 2007 / 5:30 - 7:00PM
Where: Palm House, Dunn's Nursery on Rice Valley Road - Click For Map
Additional information: Come join us for the kickoff of a yearlong celebration - The Arboretum turns 50!

What: Friends of the Arboretum 2007 Spring Plant Sale
When: Saturday, April 14 2007 / 10:00AM - 3:00PM
Where: Golf course parking lot - Click For Map
Additional information: Get your garden ready! We will offer our usual range of exeptional pansies, violas, herbs, biennials and a few select perennials. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Julia Hartman (jhartman@as.ua.edu, 348-1328). We have a variety of volunteer opportunities to help with preparation for the sale, as well as the sale itself.

What: 3rd Wednesday Walking Tour - Spring at the Arboretum
When: Wednesday, April 18 2007 / 12:10PM - 12:45PM
Where: Arboretum
Additional information: Exercise while seeing the natural beauty that Spring brings to the Arboretum! Moderate hike, wear walking shoes.

What: Garden Celebrations Tour, 2006
When: Sunday, June 4, 1 - 5 PM
Where: Gardens in Tuscaloosa and Northport
Additional information: Are you in a gardening rut? Are you looking for a little inspiration? On Sunday, June 4, from 1:00 to 5:00, the University of Alabama Arboretum presents Garden Celebrations 2006, its annual tour of noteworthy local gardens.

What: Friends of the Arboretum Plant Sale, Spring 2006
When: Sunday, April 9, 12 - 4 PM
Where: Arboretum
Additional information: Get your garden ready! If you would like to volunteer, please contact Julia Hartman (jhartman@ccs.ua.edu, 348-1328). We have a variety of volunteer opportunities to help with preparation for the sale, as well as the sale itself.

What: Garden Celebrations Tour, 2005
When: Sunday, June 5, 1 - 5 PM
Where: Gardens in Tuscaloosa and Northport
Additional information: On the tour: Adrian and Betty Jo Goldstein, Jack Warner, Perry and Rosie Walker, Terry and Janice Walker, Audubon Place-Donald and Claire Smith, Betty and Ed Freeman, Cathy and Steve Flanagan, Phillip and Suzanne Ward, Family Chiropractic and Health Center. Call 553-3278 for more information.

What: Friends of the Arboretum Plant Sale, 2005
When: Sunday, April 10, 12 - 4 PM
Where: Arboretum
Additional information: Get your garden ready!

What: Birdwatching with Beth Motherwell
When: Saturday, April 2, 7 AM
Where: Arboretum
Additional information: Meet at the UA Golf Course parking lot. Wear walking shoes and quiet clothes. Bring Binoculars and water. Field guides optional. Should see migratory birds.

	Current Events
	What: 50th Anniversary Gala - Art and Accolades When: Thursday, April 3, 2008 / 6:00PM - 8:00PM Where: President's Mansion, University of Alabama Campus Additional information:Concluding the 2007 – 2008 50th anniversary year of activities, the Arboretum’s gala event, “Art and Accolades,” will take place on April 3, 2008. The celebration will be located at the President’s Mansion on The University of Alabama campus from 6 – 8 p.m. Tickets are $40/individual and $75/couple and are available by calling the Arboretum. A portion of “Art and Accolades” will be dedicated to recognizing and honoring the past directors of the UA Arboretum: Gibbes Patton, Joab Thomas, Roger Sayers, and Fred Gabrielson. The gala will also feature a live auction of pass-a-long art. Art donations have been received by Nall and many other local artists and photographers. For more information about “Art and Accolades” or the Arboretum, call 205-553-3278.
	What: Friends of the Arboretum 2008 Spring Plant Sale When: Sunday, April 13 2008 / 1:00PM - 4:00PM (Members of FOA from 12:00PM - 1:00PM) Where: Golf course parking lot - Click For Map Additional information: Get your garden ready! Take your pick from our selection of tasty vegetables, herbs, fragrant flowers, and other bedding plants sure to satisfy your itching green thumb! If you would like to volunteer, please contact Julia Hartman (jhartman@as.ua.edu, 348-1328). We have a variety of volunteer opportunities to help with preparation for the sale, as well as the sale itself.
	What: Volunteer Work Days When: Thursdays 9 AM - Noon Where: Arboretum Additional information: You don't need to be an expert. We'll teach you!
	What: Walking Tour When: Third Wednesday of every month, 12:10 - 12:50 PM Where: Arboretum Additional information: Exercise while seeing what's "growing on!" Moderate hike, wear walking shoes.
	Past Events
	What: Pruning Workshop With Larry Quick When: Saturday, January 26, 2008 / 2:00 PM Where: University of Alabama Arboretum Additional information: Guest pruner Larry Quick, Executive Director of Aldridge Botanical Gardens in Hoover, will give a pruning workshop at the Univeristy of Alabama's Arboretum. Larry spent 18 years as County Extension Agent with the Alabama Cooperative Extension system, and has four years as Program Coordinator for the Landscape Technology Program at Jefferson State Community College. As Executive Director of Aldridge Botanical gardens, Larry is responsible for overall management, development, and implementation of the Master Plan.
	What: Annual St. Valentine's Day Dinner / Dance When: Thursday, February 14, 2008 / 6:30 PM - 9:00PM Where: Smith Hall / Natural History Museum, University of Alabama campus (click here for a map) Additional information: Join us for our Annual St. Valentine's Day Dinner co-sponsored by the Alabama Museum of Natural History. Appetizers will be served at 6:30 PM, followed by dancing to big band/swing music performed by the George Winter Band at 7:15. Black tie dress is optional, and tickets are $75.00. To purchase tickets, or for more information, please contact the Alabama Museum of Natural History at 205-348-7550. Get your tickets early, as there are only 100 available!!!
	What: Native Plants With William Cullina When: March 2008/ Time and Date TBA Where: Arboretum Additional information: Additional information will be provided as soon as it becomes available.
	What: Culmination Of the Arboretum's 50th Anniversary When: March 2008 / Time and Date TBA Where: Arboretum Additional information: Join us for the culmination of the Arboretum's 50th Anniversary, honoring all the Directors (past and present) of the UA Arboretum and marking the official 50th Anniversary. We'll post more info as soon as it becomes available.
	What: Tree Planting & Birthday Party When: November 2007 / Time and Date TBA Where: Arboretum Additional information: So far, we know there'll be tree-planting and BIRTHDAY CAKE!! We'll post more info as soon as it becomes available.
	What: Informal Talks: Dr. Martha Powell & Dr. Stephen Secor When: October 22, 2007 / 12:00PM - 1:00PM Where: Tuscaloosa Public Library's Rotary Club Room Additional information: Dr. Martha Powell will present aspects of her specialty, "Fungi: Friends or Foes," and Dr. Stephen Secor will speak on "Snakes: Facts, Fiction, and Physiology." Attendees may bring brown bag lunches. There is no admission charge, and the public is welcome.
	What: Informal Talks: Dr. John Clark & Dr. David Francko When: October 17, 2007 / 12:00PM - 1:00PM Where: Tuscaloosa Public Library's Rotary Club Room Additional information: Dr. John Clark will talk on "Documenting and Exploring Plant Diversity in the Neotropics." Paired with Dr. Clark is Dr. David Francko, whose talk will be on "Native and Naturalized Palms in the Central Alabama Landscape." Attendees may bring brown bag lunches. There is no admission charge, and the public is welcome.
	What: Annual Fall Plant Sale When: October 14, 2007 / 1:00PM - 4:00PM Where: Arboretum Additional information: Liven up your garden with our great selection of pansies, violas, snapdragons, poppies and other cool season annuals, as well as herbs and perennials!! (Thanks to everyone who volunteered their time to make this year's Fall Plant Sale such a success! For photos of the set-up taken by Betty Hardee, click here!)
	What: Fall Container Gardening Workshop with Linda Askey When: September 23, 2007 / 1:30PM Where: Arboretum Additional information: Linda Askey, garden writer and home gardening representative for Fafard Soil, will discuss the whys and hows of container gardening.
	What: Garden Celebrations Tour 2007 When: Sunday, May 20 2007 / 1:00PM - 5:00PM Where: Gardens in Tuscaloosa and Northport Additional information: On Sunday, May 20, 2007, the Friends of the University of Alabama Arboretum will host the annual Garden Celebrations tour of five of Tuscaloosa’s loveliest gardens. These gardens will be open from 1:00 to 5:00 pm and staffed with people to answer your gardening questions. This year's tour features a variety of gardens, including two that overlook Lake Tuscaloosa, a charming garden-home space, a garden inspired by the Far East, and a garden in a new home. All gardeners will find inspiration for their own pursuits, and those who do not garden will have a lovely afternoon observing the hard work and passion of these dedicated West Alabama homeowners. Tickets will be for sale in advance at Manna Grocery, the Potager, Dunn’s Nursery, the Plant Lady, Canebrake Gardens, and Barton’s Nursery. Tickets will also be on sale at each house on the day of the tour. The addresses of the homes on the tour will be posted on the Arboretum Web site the weekend of the tour. The $20 ticket affords entry to all five gardens and supports the outreach and education efforts of the University of Alabama Arboretum.
	What: Arboretum Birthday Kickoff Event When: Thursday, April 12, 2007 / 5:30 - 7:00PM Where: Palm House, Dunn's Nursery on Rice Valley Road - Click For Map Additional information: Come join us for the kickoff of a yearlong celebration - The Arboretum turns 50!
	What: Friends of the Arboretum 2007 Spring Plant Sale When: Saturday, April 14 2007 / 10:00AM - 3:00PM Where: Golf course parking lot - Click For Map Additional information: Get your garden ready! We will offer our usual range of exeptional pansies, violas, herbs, biennials and a few select perennials. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Julia Hartman (jhartman@as.ua.edu, 348-1328). We have a variety of volunteer opportunities to help with preparation for the sale, as well as the sale itself.
	What: 3rd Wednesday Walking Tour - Spring at the Arboretum When: Wednesday, April 18 2007 / 12:10PM - 12:45PM Where: Arboretum Additional information: Exercise while seeing the natural beauty that Spring brings to the Arboretum! Moderate hike, wear walking shoes.
	What: Garden Celebrations Tour, 2006 When: Sunday, June 4, 1 - 5 PM Where: Gardens in Tuscaloosa and Northport Additional information: Are you in a gardening rut? Are you looking for a little inspiration? On Sunday, June 4, from 1:00 to 5:00, the University of Alabama Arboretum presents Garden Celebrations 2006, its annual tour of noteworthy local gardens.
	What: Friends of the Arboretum Plant Sale, Spring 2006 When: Sunday, April 9, 12 - 4 PM Where: Arboretum Additional information: Get your garden ready! If you would like to volunteer, please contact Julia Hartman (jhartman@ccs.ua.edu, 348-1328). We have a variety of volunteer opportunities to help with preparation for the sale, as well as the sale itself.
	What: Garden Celebrations Tour, 2005 When: Sunday, June 5, 1 - 5 PM Where: Gardens in Tuscaloosa and Northport Additional information: On the tour: Adrian and Betty Jo Goldstein, Jack Warner, Perry and Rosie Walker, Terry and Janice Walker, Audubon Place-Donald and Claire Smith, Betty and Ed Freeman, Cathy and Steve Flanagan, Phillip and Suzanne Ward, Family Chiropractic and Health Center. Call 553-3278 for more information.
	What: Friends of the Arboretum Plant Sale, 2005 When: Sunday, April 10, 12 - 4 PM Where: Arboretum Additional information: Get your garden ready!
	What: Birdwatching with Beth Motherwell When: Saturday, April 2, 7 AM Where: Arboretum Additional information: Meet at the UA Golf Course parking lot. Wear walking shoes and quiet clothes. Bring Binoculars and water. Field guides optional. Should see migratory birds.