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THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL
PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION
Letter from the Director

Table of Contents
1.Garden Gateway Project
Making Strides
Dear Friend,
2.Glowing Gatehouse to
Welcome Visitors
Quick quiz: how many of you have pots of plants sitting next to your house that
2.Fabulous New Fern Gate

3.Whos That in the Gardens?
4.New Registration System
5.Thank You, Donors!
6.New! Free School Programs
PROGRAM GUIDE
7.
Conservatory Displays &
Art Xhibits
8.
Garden Tours, Photography
and Xcursions
9.
Speaker Series
10.Garden After Dark and
Walks, Talks & Demos
11.Horticultural Workshops
you couldnt bear to leave at the nursery but havent figured out where to plant
in your garden? Go ahead, raise your hand; mine is up! Gardeners are always
looking for the newest, prettiest, oddest, rarest plants, even when were not sure
what to do with them. As we wrap up construction, staff are designing, sourcing
and growing thousands of new plants to fill our Parking Garden and new
landscapes flanking our entry drive and Visitors Center. As Montgomery Countys
public horticultural display garden, Brookside Gardens showcases the best plants
for our growing conditions, with the goal of creating landscapes that inspire your
creativity in your own gardens. Over the next year, staff will be planting groves
of magnolias and other spring-flowering trees, large specimen trees to cast high
shade, masses of perennials and ferns, and an assortment of moisture-loving
water garden plants. Its been fun to select them all, and we can hardly wait to
share them with you!
Happy Gardening!
12.Cooking Demonstrations
Stephanie Oberle
13.Friends of Brookside Gardens
Director, Brookside Gardens
14.Brookside Gardens School of

Botanical Art & Illustration
16.Childrens Programs
17. Registration
PLEASE
NOTE:
Hours of operation listed below may change due to

parking lot renovation. Please call 301-962-1400 or visit
BrooksideGardens.org for construction updates.
Editor: Ellen Bennett, 301-962-1402

General Information, 301-962-1400
Adult Education, 301-962-1470
Brookside Gardens
Horticulture Reference Library

10:00am-3:00pm Monday
through Friday, except holidays
301-962-1476
1800 Glenallan Avenue

Wheaton, Maryland 20902
brooksidegardens.org
Childrens Education, 301-962-1408

Library, 301-962-1476
Brookside Gardens is open every
School of Botanical Art & Illustration,
day except December 25.
301-962-1470 or 1474
Hours
Volunteer Office, 301-962-1429

Gift Shop, 301-962-1448 or 1479
Facility Rental, 301-962-1404
Gardens: SunriseSunset
Conservatories: 10:00am5:00pm
Visitors Center: 9:00am5:00pm
(closed some holidays)
McCrillis Gardens, 301-962-1455

Media Relations, 301-650-2866
Sponsorships/donations, 301-962-1402
McCrillis Gardens |
Master Gardeners Plant

Clinics at Brookside Gardens
Wednesday 1:00-4:00pm
(May through October)
Plant Clinics at
Wheaton Library
Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm
Sunday 1:00-4:00pm
Wheaton Library
11701 Georgia Ave.
6910 Greentree Road, Bethesda, MD 20817
The Shop at
Brookside Gardens
Conservatory
Shop Hours:
Monday-Saturday
10:00am4:00pm
Sunday Noon4:00pm
301-962-1479
(Call for Visitors
Center Shop Hours)
Garden Gateway Project

Making Strides
f youve visited the Gardens or driven by the main

entrance recently, you may have noticed the lovely new
boardwalk taking shape as it meanders from the entrance

toward the Visitors Center. There has been other progress
that has occurred out of sight and beyond the construction
fence. Soil grading, concrete pouring, electrical work and
other underground utilities have been ongoing over the
past year. Unfortunately, the harsh
winter and wet spring affected our
to see the final effect. And isnt that
construction schedule, resulting in
why we love gardening? A garden is
a delay of completion. The project,
never truly finished; it continues to
exclusive of plantings, will be
change and grow over the years. You
complete this winter.
can expect the same at Brookside

Gardens the Garden Gateway is a
As weve discovered, construction
dynamic feature that will continue to
delays are not uncommon; even so,
change and become lovelier over time.
were as disappointed as you may be

with this setback. Yet we are pleased
We appreciate your continued support
with the return of the Wings of Fancy
as the Garden Gateway takes shape.
Live Butterfly and Caterpillar Exhibit
We cant wait to unveil the project
this year! When construction is
next spring!
complete, you will be amazed by the

new gabion wall, in which recycled
concrete from the site was used
to create a surprisingly beautiful
retaining wall at the top of the parking
garden. This is just one of the new
features you will discover in the
Garden Gateway as it comes
to fruition.
We estimate that many donor funded
items will be installed in spring of
2016, including tribute benches.
Planting of the Garden Gateway will be
phased over the next few years. First
you will see trees planted throughout
the project. The herbaceous and
shrub layers will come later as funds
become available. Our designers have
been hard at work creating beautiful
planting designs that will include
many plants new to the Gardens. The
results will be stunning, but, as with
any new garden, it will take some time
Brookside Gardens XperienceFall/Winter 201520161
Glowing Gatehouse to
Welcome Visitors
rookside Gardens has always offered a

welcoming atmosphere to all visitors, whether
they come on a regular basis or once in their

lifetime. Now, as part of the Garden Gateway
project, visitors attending events will be welcomed
at a new, exquisite gatehouse generously funded
by long-time volunteer, and founding member of the
Friends of Brookside Gardens, Joan ORourke.
Though a gatehouse is a functional structure where
visitors can stop for information, this particular
gatehouse is unique. It has been specially designed
by a custom conservatory company on the Eastern
Shore to resemble a greenhouse. The structure
is composed primarily of wood and glass and, at
night when the lights are on, it will evoke images
of a lantern at the entrance, lighting the way to a
beautiful garden experience. Even during daylight
hours the gatehouse will be a compelling new
garden element that will beckon visitors to come in
and see all the Gardens have to offer.
Many thanks to Joan ORourke for generously
funding the stunning new gatehouse!
Fabulous New Ferngate
hough the new Garden Gateway will feature

a beautiful and safe pedestrian entrance for
Brookside Gardens visitors, unfortunately, our deer

visitors will continue to try to enter the property
to feast on the Gardens lovely (and tasty) plants.
As such, the deer fence surrounding the property
will remain in place with a gate to allow entrance.
And what a gate it will be! The Ferngate is truly
a piece of art, designed by Linda DePalma, a wellknown public artist who has been awarded several
commissions in Baltimore and the surrounding
region. Linda has created a number of public
sculptures locally, the sculptural entrance to Jesup
Blair Park in Silver Spring.
The gate design
incorporates a variety
of shapes inspired by
leaves and stems of
ferns, creating a lively
and colorful pedestrian
entrance to the Gardens.
The gates fern theme
mimics the surrounding
plantings along the boardwalk.
We hope you will agree that this is a very special
addition to the Gardens. Our thanks go out to The
George and Ruth Tretter Charitable Gift Fund, whose
generous gift made the Ferngate possible.
2Brookside Gardens XperienceFall/Winter 20152016
Whos That in the Garden?
hile many changes are taking place within the
Garden and Fragrance Garden; and 3. permanent woody
construction area, more changes are coming in
displays, such as the Azalea Garden or Berry Border. Each
the Gardens, as well. Starting this summer, you might
Gardener will be responsible to design, plant and maintain
see some familiar faces in different garden areas. Weve
a mix of those three different types of gardens. Fresh eyes
taken a fresh look at the Garden, the different displays and
and a different perspective will lead to renewed garden
landscapes, and classified them as three different types:
designs, enhancing our plant collections and enriching the
1. high-frequency changing seasonal displays, such as
garden experience for our visitors. Meet our Gardeners and
the Trial Garden or Conservatory display beds; 2. detailed
learn where you can find them:
herbaceous permanent displays, such as the Perennial

Jim DeRamus: Azalea Garden,
Roger Haynes: Rose Garden, Maple Terrace,
Fragrance Garden, Lower Aquatic Garden,
Wedding Gazebo, Yew Garden, Conservatory
Glenallan Avenue
Conifer Beds
Jim has worked at the Gardens for ten
Roger has worked at Brookside Gardens
years. With his new garden assignments,
for almost 35 years! In his new gardening
hes looking forward to change! He cant
assignment, hes looking forward to

trying to maintain the same level of
wait to reacquaint himself with large

scale shade gardening and so many unusual woody plants.
excellence as the previous gardener of the area, and

making the transition seamless.
Bill Dwyer: Gude Garden, Viburnum Garden,

Specialized Pruning
Kelley Heim: Trial Garden, Perennial
Bill has worked at the Gardens for 31
Garden, Berry Border, Winter Garden,
years. He has been working tirelessly to
Camellia Garden
bring the Gude Garden back to its former
Our newest gardener, Kelley has been
glory, after recent pond renovations took
working at Brookside Gardens since the
their toll on the landscape.
end of May, and shes delighted to be

here. The Trial Garden is a wonderful
Christopher Elenstar: Parking Garden,
challenge which she greatly looks forward to tackling. She
Visitors Center, Childrens Garden, Upper
is also excited to maintain both the Perennial and Camellia
Aquatic Garden
Gardens, while further cultivating new seasonal interest.
One of our newer gardeners, Christopher
Last but not least, shes thrilled to begin studying and
started in March 2014. From golf courses
developing the Berry Borderto meet Brookside Gardens
to plant nurseries to gardens, Christopher
high aesthetic standards.
has a broad background in horticulture.

His previous position was at a private estate in Frederick,
Lisa Tayerle: Woodland Walk, 40th
Maryland where he managed many different gardens as
Anniversary Grove, 1500 Gate, Rain Garden,
well as the plant collections and digital mapping. He is
Butterfly Garden
excited about the Parking Garden; though it will be a lot
Lisa has worked at the Gardens since
of work to plant and maintain, it will be amazing once
2000. In her new garden assignments,
finished.
she is looking forward to renovating the

banks of the creek near the Conservatory.
Within the 40th Grove, shell add seasonal color and
unique plants and features, making the Grove a must-see
destination!
New Registration System

coming to Brookside Gardens
e are pleased to announce a new registration
What do I need to do?
system called ActiveMONTGOMERY a system
Start today by setting up your new customer account at
where you can register for classes, programs and facilities
ActiveMONTGOMERY.org! Account setup should take
offered by Brookside Gardens and the rest of Montgomery
approximately five minutes.
Parks and Montgomery County Recreation, using ONE

website, one username and one account!
NOW IS THE TIME! Starting August 2015, you will begin to

use ActiveMONTGOMERY.org for fall registration and to
What is ActiveMONTGOMERY? ActiveMONTGOMERY
purchase memberships. Get ready by creating your account
is a new registration and facility reservation system that
now. In just a few easy steps you can create your account,
will replace the current RecWeb and ParkPASS systems
which will save you time during registration in the fall.
prior to the 2015 fall registration session. This new system

will allow you to:
After creating an account, you can log in to
nRegister
ActiveMONTGOMERY with your email and password. One
for activities offered by Montgomery County
Recreation and Montgomery Parks, including Brookside
login allows you to use your account for your family, for
Gardens. Cooking, yoga, tennis, ice skating its all here!
your organization and as an instructor. If you are using
nCheck
facility availability and reserve available facilities
including tennis courts and picnic shelters.

nPurchase
and renew memberships, and more!
ActiveMONTGOMERY on behalf of an organization, you

do not need to create your organizational account. As you
begin to conduct business with us, our customer service
staff will link you to the appropriate organization.
Where do I go for more info?

Please visit ActiveMONTGOMERY.org or talk to
Montgomery Parks or Montgomery County Recreation
staff for more information. At Montgomery Parks
call 301-495-2580 (10:00am-4:00pm) or email
Info@ActiveMONTGOMERY.org.
Thank You, Donors!

The Montgomery Parks Foundation and the Friends of Brookside Gardens would like to thank all the generous donors to
Brookside Gardens from December 15, 2014 to June 1, 2015. Your gifts have been invaluable in providing resources, programming
and additional support to the Gardens. To learn more about making a donation to support Brookside Gardens, please visit
MontgomeryParksFoundation.org/donate-now/ or FriendsOfBrooksideGardens.org.
ANNUAL APPEAL or
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
Viburnum Level
$2,500 $4,999
Ethelyn Bishop
Hydrangea Level
$1,000 - $2,499
Emily M. Davidson
Robert & Ann Erdahl
Peggy Fields
Hoen Hope Garden Club
Kathy Kircher
Carolyn Salisbury
Wisteria Level $500 - $999
Bethesda Community
Garden Club
Leonard Freidman and
Randi Passamaneck
Julie Gingrich
Joan ORourke
Harry Rissetto (National Capital
Dahlia Society)
Patricia P. Smith
Patricia Smith & Frances Lussier
Rudbeckia Level $100 - $499
Rhoda Alderman
Sarah Allen and John D.
Anderson
Anne Ambler
Nancy Anderson
Arden Brady
Burdette/Head Family
Terence & Sarah Byrne
Adlyn S. Cook
Margretta Diemer
Phoebe deReynier
Elaine Dynes
Fred and Mary Ann Fitzgerald
Duff & Joanne Gillespie
Kathryn A. Gilley
Geri Ginsberg
Roma Gumbs
John Gunn
Richard & Freddi Hammerschlag
Margaret S. Hughes
Shelton & Lily Jackson
Michael & Jennifer Janezic
Susanne Karacki
Mary Ruth Keller
David and Polin Lei
Heidi Mantzouranis
Dwight & Sue Mason
Richard and Karol Oberle
Pamela Parker
Joan Patterson
Alice Pau
Harriet Peck
Susan L. Phillips
Lorraine Remer
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Robbins
Francis Schuler
B. Segall
Frances Smithson
Lester Straw
David C. Turner and
Rachel Taylor
Stephanie Turner
Mary Jane Weber
Mary Louise Williamson
Marca Woodhams
Trillium Level $50 - $99
Carl Baker
Jack Baur
Rebecca Costello
Cynthia Donaldson
Mr. and Ms. Darryl Edelstein
Robert Fay
Mary Franklin
Donald Hill
Wilna Hylton
Li-Ting Liang
Wayne Little
Jya-Mei Lu
Jill Lucena
Alison McHugh
John and Patricia Miller
Terry Pellmar
Eric Rees
Ann-Marie Regan
Angela Schreiber
Tania Scinto
Stephen Scoville
Detlef Vullhorst
Barbara Waite-Jaques
William and Phyllis Warshauer
Aihua Zhou
Tulip Level Up to $49
Michael Bandler
Dr. Rosalie M. Barr
Susan Bronstein
Dr. and Mrs. Steven Hassur
Carolynn Isackson
Salma S. Kahn
Aimee Mui

SPECIAL PROJECTS
Joan ORourke
PROGRAM SUPPORT
Childrens Day
Friends of Brookside Gardens
Green Matters
Johnnys Selected Seeds
Neighbors of the Northwest
Branch
Park Seed
Silver Spring Garden Club
Takoma Horticultural Club
David and Lynn Vismara
Washington Gardener Magazine
Seasonal Garden Staff

TRIBUTE GIFTS
In Memory of Virginia Barrett
Richard and Roberta Benfer
Jeanette Dougherty
James and Janet Franklin
Kaslick & Prete LLC
Barry Salisbury and Tod P.
Salisbury
Donata (Dina) Tanzi
Ramona B. Webb
In Memory of Seymour
Rottenberg
Mary Kolesar
Carol & Jay Sanders
In Memory of Harriet Seligson
M. Ellen Jay
Wendy Katz
Joseph and Alice Montano
Paula Newman
Alice Tufel
Saundra Tufel
John Wagner
In Memory Walter S. Booth

Wendy S. Dorman
In Honor of Milton J. Seidel

Joseph Seidel
In Honor of Mark and

Ruth Bortz
Bruce and Cynthia Bortz
Hettie Bortz
Rebecca B. Costello
In Memory of Roz Taschman

Angela Schreiber
In Memory of Doris Mae

Busching
Adventist HealthCare
Robert L. Buglass and
Camilla O. McRory
Audrey Eaton
Julie Kaffenberger
Kathleen Rose
David Rothman
Paul and Dianne Sandler
Louise Teel
Valerie Tripp
In Honor of Cathy and R.

Wijetunge
Gamunu Wijetunge
In Memory of John Eldridge

Rosemary Engman
In Memory of Magarita
Grenader
Amy Prywes
In Memory of John Hewitt
Carl Schoening
In Memory of Loni Platt Kalan
Aileen Goldman
In Memory of Will Thomas

Judith and Charles Sturtz
ROSE GARDEN
COMMEMORATIVE BRICK
PROGRAM
In Memory of Michael
Goodman
The Goodman Family
In Memory and Honor of David
and Gladys Groudine
Candace J. Groudine
In Memory of her sister
Mimi Henry
Stephanie (Taffy) Turner
In Memory of Yvonne L. Novak
The Novak Family
In Memory of Evelyn Plaut
Roger Plaut
continued on page 6
In Memory of Adele and

Harry Leifer
Sari Kaye
Naomi Leifer
In Memory of Elsie Marques
Susan Hayduk
In Memory of Fran Mcclure
Ann McClure
New! Free School Programming at Brookside Gardens
o you remember the first time
literacy movement with many other
you visited Brookside Gardens
states looking towards the Maryland
as a child on a school field trip? For
Partnership for Children in Nature
many Montgomery County residents,
as a model. Maryland is the first
the memory of such a visit is vivid
state to establish environmental
and special to their childhoods.
literacy graduation requirements.

Montgomery Parks is the only county
Unfortunately, cost is a barrier to
park agency which is a member of
schools and parents when deciding
the leadership team of the Partnership
which field trips to take each school year.
represented by Stephanie Oberle, Brookside
To alleviate this financial burden, Montgomery

Parks will start offering free curriculum-based
Gardens Director.
environmental education programs to Montgomery County

schools, grades pre-K through 12 starting in the fall of 2015.
Traditionally, the Lathrop E. Smith Environmental

Education Center has provided programming for
Brookside Gardens offers meaningful, experiential,
Montgomery County schools; however, the center is unable
resource-based programs that link curriculum standards
to meet the demand for off-site programming requested
with our natural resources and highlight local issues that
by schools and teachers. With the Parks new offering of
students can study, understand, and take action to make a
free school programming, the Smith Center will redirect
positive impact on the environment. Our educational staff
requests they are unable to accommodate to Brookside
helps students and teachers make connections between
Gardens and Parks Nature Centers. Though basic school
what they learn in school and what they experience in
programs will be free of charge, there will be a charge for
the Gardens. By providing free access to schools for our
add-on options and events, such as the Wings of Fancy
programs, we are investing in the environmental literacy of
Live Butterfly and Caterpillar Exhibit.
the students who will become the future decision-makers

We are looking forward to serving even more
in our County.
children with our nature programs and helping to

Brookside Gardens is fortunate to be located in the state
better connect children with nature and environmental
of Maryland a recognized leader of the environmental
education.
Thank You, Donors! continued from page 5

In Memory of Ripley
Candace J. Groudine
TRIBUTE BENCHES
In Memory of Anne Brooks
Els Benjamin
David and Leslie Bloom
Gary and Martha Burak
Burtonsville Garden Club
Sally Byrne
Frederica Castle
Karen and Patrick Corey
Elizabeth Cummings
Sharon and Jeffrey Deutch
Edith Eddleman
Agatha Francis
Suzanne Friis
Cheris Garrison
Kathy Gaskill
Gail Gee
Yvonne Gee
Sherrell Goggin
Phil and Nelda Granum and
Tracy Granum Millard
Joe and Mary Howard
Anna Jelen
Paul and Carolyn Kokulis
Philip Mansour
David and Jodie Martinson
Sandra Meloan
Susan Meyer
JoAnn and Bob Mueller
Shelly Niverth
Robert Norton
Judy Pascarella
Terry Pogue
Vivian Portner
Laureen Prebilic
Ardis Pruess
Anne Radway
Landis Roberts
Ernest Rosemond
Stuart Rosenthal
Jan Rothman
Leslie and Gail Rucker
Sandy Spring Museum
Sylvia Seigel
Gloria Sherman
Irene Sinclair
Olive Singleton
Millard Springer
Bill Taylor
Kathy Tinius
Teresa Tretter
Jeffrey Trunzo
Daniel Turner
Carol Ubosi
Chris and Karen Upton

Anne Vandegrift
Kerri Walenta
Nicholas and Rosanne Weber
Johanna Weekley
In Memory of Lauren &
Florence Rueger
Beth Fabey
Mary Mummert
Lauren Rueger
Carol Swomley
TRIBUTE TREES
In Memory of Ginny Y. Chung
Aaron, Owen and Emma King
Register online at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org
Special Events
Art Exhibits
FALL & WINTER
August 17 September 20, 2015
January 11 February 21, 2016
Rae Hamilton Oil Paintings
Lindan Silvers Photos
Gene Rizor Photography
Sara Becker & 7 Artists
Debbie Miller Oils
Mixed Media Art

Judith Prevo & Don Rubin
Programs
& Events
September 21 November 15, 2015
Diane Gibson Watercolor
ook for our special FOBG program pricing

on many of our adult classes for members
Mixed Media Art
The Pt Painters Paintings in

Oil, Acrylics, Watercolors, Pastel
February 22 March 27, 2016

The Laurel Art Group Mixed
November 16, 2015
Media Paintings
January 10, 2016
Carol Kent & Sue Moses
Elizabeth Lee Oils
Watercolor Paintings
Irene Glaser Oils
of the Friends of Brookside Gardens, a
nonprofit organization established to support

the mission of the Gardens. For information
about joining the Friends of Brookside Gardens,
Save the Date:
Green Matters 2016:

A Garden Gateway
see page 13, visit brooksidegardens.org or call

301-962-1400 to request a brochure.
Visit BrooksideGreen.org
Brookside Gardens offers a variety
after December 1 for more
of programs and events focused on
information.
sustainable horticulture throughout
Friday, April 8
the year. Look for our Green
8:30am-4:00pm
Thumbs Up logo to find programs with a focus
Visitors Center Auditorium
on making our homes and gardens greener.
Conservatory Displays
Wings of Fancy Live Butterfly &

Caterpillar Exhibit
Spring Display
Wednesday, July 1Sunday,
Sunday, April 10, 2016
October 25, 2015
10:00am- 5:00pm daily
Free; Brookside Gardens Conservatories
Saturday, January 16-
Fee: $8.00 adults; $5.00 ages 3-12

Brookside Gardens South Conservatory
Fall Chrysanthemum Display

Saturday, October 10 - Sunday,
November 29
Free; Brookside Gardens North
Conservatory
Winter Display & Garden

Railway Exhibit
Saturday, December 5, 2015- Sunday,
January 3, 2016
Free; Brookside Gardens Conservatories

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Special Events, Photography, Xcursions
BrooksideGardens.org
Xcursions
Garden Tours
McCrillis Gardens Sunday Walks
Free; registration required- choose a
MT VERNON LADIES ASSOCIATION
date below, 10:00-11:00am

Meet at McCrillis House in Bethesda at
6910 Greentree Rd.
Course # 7855, September 13
Private Group Horticultural Tours
Clubs and other organizations desiring
private horticultural tours are welcome
throughout the year. For information
Journey to Mount Vernon
and to schedule a date, call 301-962-
Travel back in time to visit one of
1474. The fee is $5 per participant,
our founding fathers beautiful
minimum $25.
estates. George Washington was

an avid gardener and sent detailed
instructions to his gardeners
throughout the founding of our
nation. Well be visiting at the peak
Plant Society Shows & Sales
of the vegetable garden season

Plant Sale
National Capital Dahlia Society

Show & Sale
and will enjoy an exclusive tour
Saturday, September 12,
Saturday, September 26, 2:00-5:00pm
tour and more. Fee includes coach
10:00am- 3:00pm
Sunday, September 27, 9:00am-3:00pm
transportation, entry fees, and a sit-
Brookside Gardens Hoop House
Dahlia Sale 3:00-4:00pm
down lunch.
with horticulture staff, a mansion
Course number # 7882
(Located on Maintenance Hill)
Wed., September 8,
9:00am-4:00pm
Fee: $115; registration required
Meet at the Wheaton Regional Park
Photography
11715 Orebaugh Ave.

Wheaton, MD 20902
Butterfly Photography
Joshua Taylor, Archiphoto Workshops
Collecting Native Seeds at

Pope Farm Nursery
Learn how to capture striking images

of butterflies in this two-session
Pope Farm grows many of the trees,

JOSH TAYLOR
workshop. Includes guided time in the

Conservatory photographing butterflies
and a sharing/critique. Participants
will receive online pre-workshop
instruction. A working knowledge
of your camera functions will be
helpful, a tripod is optional but highly
recommended. Intermediate level.
Course # 7869
Saturdays, October 17, 8:00-10:00am and
October 24, 8:00-10:00am
Fee: $65, FOBG: $58; registration
required
Conservatory Entrance
shrubs, and plants that you see at

our county parks. Their Native Plant
Program harvests native seeds each
fall to propagate seedlings. Learn from
Focus on Butterflies
expert staff and try seed collecting
Bring your tripod and enjoy two quiet
techniques first hand. After the tour,
hours of photography in our Wings of
well have a brown bag lunch together
Fancy Live Butterfly and Caterpillar
with time for Q&A. Fee includes
Exhibit before it opens to the public.
transportation. Bring a brown bag
Register for as many sessions as you
lunch.
like.
Course # 7884
8:00-10:00am
Tuesday, October 20, 10:00am-1:00pm
Fee: $30 FOBG: $27
South Conservatory
11715 Orebaugh Ave.
Wheaton, MD 20902
Course # 7877, October 18

Xcursions, Speaker Series
Champion Tree Tour

Join Joe Howard of the Montgomery
County Forestry Board and Montgomery
Parks Forest Ecologist Carole Bergmann
for this popular annual tour. This
year will begin with a few selections
at Brookside Gardens, and continue
throughout the county. Fee includes
charter bus transportation and drinks.
Please bring a lunch and water.
Philadelphia Flower Show
A perennial favorite, the Philadelphia
Wednesday, October 21, 9:00am-4:00pm
International Flower Show is always a
crowd-pleaser. Break out your hiking
boots to celebrate with a theme of
11715 Orebaugh Ave.
the National Parks Centennial this
Wheaton, MD 20902
year: from the awe-inspiring Redwood

National Park to peaceful Acadia, this
Richmond Holiday Adventure
theme is sure to be memorable! Be
Jumpstart your holiday by visiting
inspired as you explore acres of great
Maymont, the opulent Revival
gardens and learn from the worlds
home of James Henry and Sallie
will conclude the day with a fabulous
most celebrated growers and florists.
May Dooley. Enjoy a guided tour
buffet dinner at the garden before
Fee includes coach transportation and
through the mansion and explore
we head home. Fee includes coach
entrance fee. Your lunch/dinner may be
the expansive grounds, decorated for
transportation, entry fees, boxed lunch
purchased at the show or the nearby
the season. Across town, well head
and buffet dinner.
Reading Terminal Market.
to the GardenFest of Lights at Lewis
Course # 8034
Ginter Botanical Garden. Discover
Tuesday, December 1, 11:00am-11:00pm
Tuesday, March 3, 7:00am-7:00pm
the dazzling flower displays and and
Course # 8035
watch as the grounds transform into
Thursday, March 5, 10:30am-10:30pm
a winter wonderland of holiday lights,
11715 Orebaugh Ave.
guaranteed to get you in the spirit! We
Wheaton, MD 20902
Meet at the Visitors Center Entrance
Danielle Cook, Holistic Nutritionist and
function, and production. Focus will be
Cooking Instructor
on creating food forests, building herb
Join the Cook Sisters and Brookside
spirals, choosing uncommon fruits,
Gardens staff for a return of this
outdoor mushroom cultivation, and
popular holiday event showcasing
much more. This will be a fun-filled
Gift Ideas for Gardeners
ways to stage an exquisite, flower-
presentation for the budding gardener
filled buffet table and the dishes to
and experienced green thumb alike.
entice guests.
Concluded with a book signing.
Course # 8031
Course # 8032
Friday, December 11, 10:00-11:30am
Saturday, January 9, 2:00-3:30pm
Fee: $14 FOBG: $13;

registration required
Brookside Staff
Spend some time with Brookside staff
getting in the holiday spirit! Well
share some of our favorite things with
you, from tools to hand scrubs, and
give you a plethora of gift ideas for
the gardeners in your life. Will include
demonstrations and refreshments.
Course # 7898
Edible Landscaping with a

Permaculture Twist
Michael Judd, Author and
Edible Landscape Designer
Tuesday, November 17, 1:00-2:30pm
Ever wondered how you can have your
Holiday Buffet
edible landscape designer Michael
Adrienne Cook, Garden and Cooking

Writer
yard and eat it too? Join author and

Judd in an exploration of creating
edible landscapes that combine form,
MICHAEL JUDD
Speaker Series
Garden After Dark and Walks, Talks & Demos
Garden Walks, Talks

and Demos
Garden After Dark

You need a night out every once in a while, but what to do? Whether its with
a friend, sibling, or sweetheart, let Brookside take care of the details! Each fee
covers the cost of two people. 21 and up. Fee: $60 FOBG: $54
Seed Starting for the

Vegetable Garden
Gordon Clark, Montgomery Victory Gardens
Get a jump on the season, save money,
grow what you want and maximize
production! Class will cover everything
from lights to soils to seed starting
strategies to get you started for 2016.
Tuesday, February 16, 7:00-8:30pm
required
Visitors Center Adult Classroom
Squash It
gift bags to take home, and Garden of
Pumpkins and beer- a perfect pairing?
Lights admission.
Enjoy an autumnal microbrew or two
Course # 8018
while watching some pumpkin carving
Tuesday, December 8, 7:00-9:00pm
demonstrations, then get your jack-
and tools aplenty. Well polish off the
Everything you ever wanted

to know about pruning,
(but were afraid to ask!)
evening with a moonlit tour of the
Jim Deramus, Brookside Gardens Staff
garden. Fee includes all refreshments,
Why you should prune, how and when
two jack-o-lanterns and tour.
to prune, and how to determine your
Course # 7902
pruning objectives based on structural
Tuesday, October 27, 7:00-9:00pm
corrections that can be achieved.
Discover how plants respond to pruning
o-lantern fix with heirloom squash
and basically how to get a shrub or tree
Holly Daze
to do what you want it to- in a way that
The Garden of Lights is back, make
is healthy for the plant.
a night of it! Take a leisurely stroll
through the beautiful garden lights,
Friday, February 19, 1:00-2:30pm
then come inside for paired wine
Fee: $7, FOBG: $6; registration required
and cheeses. Well also be creating
Birds and the Bees
nature inspired wrapping paper and
Get your Valentines Day fix a little
gift bags to make your holiday season
early savor chocolate and wine
Ideas for the Exceptional Garden
a little more unique. Fee includes all
while learning the uncomfortable
Diane Lewis, Brookside Gardens Staff
refreshments, wrapping paper and
and sometimes hysterical truth about
Obviously plants form the focus of the
flowers. Afterward, learn some new
individual garden. But their hardscape
flower arranging tricks and make
features enhance their presentation.
a nosegay or two to take home Fee
This slide talk features some of the
includes all refreshments, talk and
many choices available to make your
two floral arrangements.
garden a delight to the eye, including
Course # 8019
containers, paths, arbors, and more.
Course # 8024

Horticultural Workshops
2 for 1 Container
Joan ORourke, Friends of Brookside Gardens
Plant a unique container that will
provide a colorful accent this fall,
followed by a beautiful bulb display in
Horticultural Workshops
be great for the environment. Course
Wednesday, December 16, 10:00-
number # 7923
11:30am
Tuesday, November 24, 1:00- 2:30pm
required
Cleaner, Greener Home

Laura Vogel, Brookside Gardens Staff
spring. All supplies, planting and care
January is the time for New Years
instructions will be included.
resolutions; how about resolving to
Course #7918
have a cleaner, greener home? Learn
Tuesday, October 27, 10:00-11:30am
more about the little ways you can
minimize your homes impact on the
required
environment while you create sample
Decorative Cone and Nut Wreath
friendly cleaners to try at home.
size batches of simple, environmentally

Lynn Richard and Diane Lewis, Brookside
Wednesday, January 20, 1:00-2:30pm
Gardens Staff
Create a beautiful wreath to grace your
autumn front door or mantel! Lynn

and Diane will lead you step by step in
World of Flavor
Birds, Bugs and Buds: Glass Jewelry
Laura Vogel, Brookside Gardens Staff
Stephanie Oberle, Brookside Gardens Staff
Herbs and spices are a fixture in our
Join us for a fun and easy class to
kitchens, but have you ever wondered
create one of a kind pair of earrings
about the global sources of these
and necklace. Inspired by nature, the
humble ingredients? Take a worldwide
beads depict birds, flower buds, leaves,
tour of fragrant herbs and spices while
and mushrooms and are made by a
making pomander ball ornaments for
local artist. Participants learn basic
the holidays.
jewelry-making skills including simple
Course # 8025
and wrapped loops and working
Winter Container Gardening
Friday, December 4, 1:00-2:30pm
with crimped cord ends. All supplies
provided; bring your own tools or
borrow ours.
making an 18 wreath with a diverse

array of cones and nuts. All supplies
included to make one wreath. Clippers
and gloves suggested.
Tuesday, November 3, 1:00-3:00pm
required

Create a container garden with plants
that can withstand winters harshest
weather. Mix dwarf evergreens with
a splash of herbaceous plants for
some late season color. Cost covers all
materials, including a 14 container (or
Festive Fresh Greens
Friday, January 22, 1:00-3:00pm
Join us to make a long-lasting, beautiful
centerpiece or wreath using fresh

greens! Come Tuesday to make wreaths,
Getting Creative with Airplants
Wednesday to make centerpieces, or
come both days. Learn to make an
and Laura Vogel, Brookside Gardens Staff
evergreen wreath for your front door,
Tillandsias, or air plants, are quite
complete with pinecone and bow
the popular houseplant these days,
accents. The centerpieces will include
especially since they require no soil!
a candle and seasonal decorations. Fee
Learn more about their tropical origin
Thanksgiving Centerpiece
includes all materials for one wreath or
while putting together a tillandsia
two centerpieces.
creation to take home. Includes all
Festive Wreaths
supplies and instructions for care.
Course # 8026
Tuesday, December 15, 10:00-11:30am
Wednesday, January 27, 10:00-11:30am
required
bring your own favorite container).

Tuesday, November 17, 10:00-11:30am
required
Local Color Flowers Staff

Want to wow your thanksgiving guests
this year? Join us to make your own
centerpiece made from locally grown
flowers, foliage, branches, fruits, veggies,
herbs and succulents. Participants
will learn to use non-toxic stabilizing
techniques (instead of floral foam) to
make their arrangements look great and
Festive Centerpieces
Course # 8027
Cooking Demonstrations
Cooking Demonstrations
Join Brookside Gardens for this delectable
series of cooking classes, focusing on
healthful recipes with seasonal and local
fruits, vegetables, and herbs you can grow.
Enjoy samples of the dishes, prepared
before you, using easy-to-follow recipes
that you can try at home.
Grow It, Eat It, Preserve It

Lisa Gonzalez, Family and Consumer
Sciences Agent, UMD
This session will cover the types of
canned products that can be safely
made at home and the necessary
ingredients, equipment and supplies.
The basic steps of water bath canning
and food safety considerations will
be demonstrated. Included in your
registration fee are a take home canned
product, handouts and the book, So
Easy To Preserve. Bring a brown bag
lunch.
Course # 7931
satisfying grains are out there and how
Wednesday, September 16, 10:00am
do you cook them? New recipes will
Pomegranates, Persimmons
and Pears
2:30pm
feature the panoply of grains now easily
Adrienne Cook, Garden and Cooking Writer
Fee: $42 FOBG: $36; registration required
accessible at supermarkets and online,
and result in delicious, comforting
Cooking Instructor
dishes for winter dining.
A trio of fruits that star in holiday
Fifty Shades of Grain
Course # 7934
meals and thereafter. Not only do these
Wednesday, November 18, 12:00-1:30pm
winter fruits bring welcome flavor and
color to cold-weather dishes, they also
Cooking Instructor
are just the ticket for what we need
What other nutrient-rich and deeply
nutritionally to stay healthy during the

season.
Course # 8020
Wednesday, December 2, 12:00-1:30pm
Roots of Flavor
Cooking Instructor
Turmeric root has joined ginger root on
many grocery shelves, but how to use
it? Learn about the nutritional value of
these two powerhouse roots and how to
incorporate them for maximum flavor
impact in delicious original recipes.
Course # 8021
Wednesday, January 13, 12:00-1:30pm

Friends of Brookside Gardens (FOBG) was established to support the
mission of the Brookside Gardens. This includes maintaining of programs
to reveal the year-round wonders and beauty of nature and also educating
the public on how the proper care of plants can preserve the environment.
How does FOBG Membership

Support Brookside Gardens?
FOBG provides the primary non-public
financial support for Brookside Gardens.
FOBG dues are used exclusively to
support Brookside Gardens programs
and plantings. Only a negligible
percentage of dues goes towards
administrative costs.
Examples of FOBG Supported

Programs:
Plantings throughout the Gardens
Donations for Brookside Gardens
Master Plan
Childrens Day Program
Green Matters Symposium
Concert Series
Lecture Series
Membership Benefits
Discount for you at Brookside
Gardens:
Special FOBG discounted fees for
many Brookside programs
10% discount on non-sale items at
the Marylandica Shops at Brookside
Gardens
10% discount at FOBGs Fall Plant Sale
Stadler Nurseries
Suns Garden & Landscaping
Surreybrooke
Susanna Farm Nursery
Wild Bird Centers
Washington Gardener Magazine
Additional Benefits:
Early Admission to Fall Plant Sale
Discounts and special offers at

many Garden-related businesses:
Subject to change without notice. Be sure to
show your card before purchase.
Behnke Nurseries
The BROOKSIDER newsletter

Members-only Functions
Notice of programs at Brookside
Gardens, some with discounts for
FOBG members
Good Earth Garden Market

Johnsons Florist & Garden Center
River Hill Garden Center
For more information or to hear about volunteer opportunities, contact the Friends:
friendsofbrooksidegardens-fobg.org301-962-1435friendsofbrooksidegardens@yahoo.com
Join the Friends Today!
Membership Fees:
Individual: $40
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ADDRESS
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Garden Club: $60 and up
STATE
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Patron: $250$499
Benefactor: $500 and up
PHONE EMAIL
Payment (Please select one. No cash

please.)
This is a gift membership from:
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Note: The FOBG membership card will be mailed to gift recipient.
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Membership dues and donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
FOBG is a 501 (C)(3) not-for-profit group organized exclusively for charitable and
educational purposes. We do not share our membership list or any donor information
with other groups. All memberships are renewable annually in October.
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Attn: Friends of Brookside Gardens

Wheaton, MD 20902-1369
School of Botanical Art & Illustration
Brookside Gardens School of Botanical Art & Illustration

BrooksideArtSchool.org
Increase your appreciation of plants
Botanical Drawing D2
to hone color observation and enable
through the art and science of botanical
Joan Ducore
correct selection of three pigments to
illustration! Our curriculum will transform
Core instruction continues from D1
see the entire range of colors found in
you from a beginner artist into a
with exercises and demonstrations
a specific plant magical! Consider
competent botanical artist, or enjoy our
that focus on observation and how to
design principles and apply botanical
workshops with offerings for each skill
produce accurate drawings of plant
watercolor techniques in a final study
level.
subject matter. Zoom in on fascinating
of a fun arrangement of plant elements.
plant structures hidden from the view
Prerequisites: Drawing Basics- D1 to
Class details and registration:
of the casual observer and complete
Value Study D3.
ActiveMONTGOMERY.org
a study piece featuring a freshly cut
Course # 8039
Materials for SeptemberFebruary
leafy sprig completed in clearly defined
Thursdays, January 7, 14, 21, 28, 10:00am
classes BrooksideArtSchool.org
pencil (line only). Practice at home
- 1:30pm
is essential. Prerequisite: Drawing
Basics-D1 or equivalent.
required
The Core Curriculum is taken in
sequence from Drawing Basics Art in
Thursdays, October 8, 22, 29 and
and Atrium
Watercolor. The classes listed below
November 5, 10:00am - 1:30pm
are open to anyone who has taken the
prerequisites listed for each course or
required
with equivalent experience. Allow a few
hours per week for homework tasks and
and Atrium
Core Curriculum
Workshops & Short

Courses
Observational Studies
Joan Ducore
practice.
Create a beautiful sketchbook page
Drawing Basics- D1
Carolyn deHaas
filled with drawings, color notes and
Harriet Weiner
Knowing how to make a pencil drawing
plant information that can be used later
Core instruction introduces drawing
pop out from the page by applying
to create a finished botanical piece even
techniques and tips vital for successful
values observed with pencil shading, is
after the specimen has wilted. Learn
observational drawing. Students learn
essential for later understanding how
what needs to be included and helpful
to observe and to draw accurately
to create an amazing sense of realism
hints to make it fun.
through a developing awareness
in a botanical painting. Start with
Course # 7944
of Line, Shape, Space (2-D & 3-D)
three-dimensional geometric shapes
Tuesday, September 15, 10:00am -
and Relationship. Composition and
that underpin stems, flowers and fruits.
3:30pm
perspective drawing are introduced.
Develop ability to enhance this pop out
A final study is completed in well
effect using exercises in how to create
required
defined, pencil line, with no shading
atmospheric perspective in leafy sprigs.
at this stage and includes natural and
Open to all with some drawing ability.
manmade objects, some requiring use
of a vanishing point. Practice at home
Thursdays, November 12, 19 and
is essential.
December 3, 10, 10:00am - 1:30pm
Fee: $245; FOBG: $220; registration
Wednesday, September 9, and
required
Thursdays, September 17, 24, and
October 1, 10:00am - 1:30pm
and Atrium
KELLY SVERDUK
Value Study D3
Fee: $245; FOBG: $220; registration

required
Painting Basics P1
Susannah Figura
Painting Autumn Acorns
and Atrium
Develop brush handling skills and
Kelly Sverduk
watercolor techniques. Color study to
Capture the undeniable charm of acorns
include limited palette exercise sheets
in a watercolor painting, after first
School of Botanical Art & Illustration
completing a small drawing from life.
White Line Woodcuts
lesson in framing. Reference photos
A combination of transparent washes
Suzanne Fierston
will be available or you can bring a
and fine dry brush techniques will then
White line woodcuts are multi-color
plant to paint from life. Supplies can be
be demonstrated, and used to render
images printed from a single block of
purchased at the workshop to complete
the smooth nut and textured cap. The
wood. Cut your line drawing or nature
a miniature, including a 3x4 gesso
acorns earthy tones will provide a
print into the block using v-shaped cuts
board, oil paints, brushes, and frame.
perfect opportunity to practice mixing
with an utility knife or gouge. These
Or you can bring your own supplies (oil,
a variety of browns from three primary
cuts become the white lines in the final
acrylic, gouache) including a surface for
paint colors.
print. Hand-color the area between the
a 3x4 work.
Course # 7945
lines with watercolor and gouache and
Course # 8036
Saturday, October 3, 10:00am 3:30pm
hand-print your image with a baren
Saturday, December 5, 10:00am-3:30pm
or wooden spoon. You will leave class
required
with at least one unique print, a hand-
required
carved woodblock, and supplies to
continue the process at home.
Autumn Crocus and Cyclamen
Course # 7947
Pen and Ink Illustration
Guest Instructor John Pastoriza Pinol
Saturday, November 7, 10:00am
Alice Tangerini
Australian master botanical artist, John
3:30pm
Drawing in line has always been
Pastoriza Pinol, employs techniques
the most challenging for producing
from both the centuries-old tradition
required
aesthetic botanical illustrations which
of botanical drawing as well as
also meet the demands of the accuracy

required by a scientific audience. It can
works exist in a realm somewhere
be mastered, though, using methods of
between the hyper-real and literal and
line and stipple and a variety of tools.
the surreal and fantastical. Join him
Students will also learn composition of
for a four day master class focused
a botanical plate that is pleasing to both
on Colchicum, or the autumn crocus.
the scientist and the artist.
He will also provide lessons on how
Course # 8037
masking fluid can be used to achieve
Friday-Sunday, January 29-31, 10:00am
very fine detail and will instruct
- 3:30pm
JOAN DUCORE
contemporary art. His vividly, beautiful
students how to use the NEEF Comb,

an invaluable tool for contemporary
Botanical Art. For intermediate and
advanced artists.Course # 7953

required
Painting Roses
Saturday - Tuesday, October 10-13,
Painting Leaves with Sheen
Joan Ducore
9:00am - 4:00pm (4 sessions)
Joan Ducore
Roses are a perennial favorite with
Shiny leaves can be a challenge to
botanical artists. This workshop focuses
required
paint, this workshop will teach you
on the techniques to help capture the
techniques to enable you to paint holly
velvety texture of the petals, delicate
and magnolia leaves. Learn how to
buds and the light and shade on the
paint leaves with a bright shine or with
leaves. A practice sheet will be provided
a softer pale sheen. Students will be
for students to hone these skills.
provided a practice sheet.
Course # 8038
Course # 7949
Saturday, February 13, 10:00am - 3:30pm
Sunday, November 15, 10:00am - 3:30pm
required
required
Botanicals in Miniature
Nancy Still
This workshop will provide artists with
a basic understanding of miniature
art including techniques, supplies,
composition, design layout, and a
JOAN DUCORE
JOHN PASTORIZA PINOL
Childrens Programs
Special Event
Childrens Day Honey Harvest
Join Brookside Gardens, Brookside Nature Center and
Childrens
Programs
the Maryland State Beekeepers Association to celebrate

honeybees and other pollinators. Talk to beekeepers, watch
honey being harvested, buy local honey and bee products
and enjoy family friendly activities and crafts. Well be
buzzing about pollinators all day long!
Saturday, September 19, 11:00am-4:00pm
Fee: Free; no registration required
Brookside Gardens and Brookside Nature Center
Free Shuttle from Glenallan Elementary School

Flower Buds
Fall Harvest Scavenger Hunt
This once-a-month series will meet
Have some fall season fun throughout
the second Monday of every month. We
the gardens. Start at the Visitors center
will feature gardening activities, stories,
and follow the colorful leaf trail leading
crafts and garden walks for children
you to the Conservatory and back again.
ages 3-5 with a parent. Siblings are
Along the way hunt for seasonal clues
welcome but will not be able to partake
and participate in activities, exercises
in craft making.
and crafts. Guided garden walks leave
Monday, September 14, 10:30am-12:00
on the half hour beginning at 10:00am.
Course # 7253
Last walk leaves at 11:30am. An adult
Monday, October 12, 10:30-12:00pm
must walk with each child and assist in
Course #7255
the activities. Please register for a time.
Monday, November 9, 10:30am-12:00
Friday, November 20, 10:00-11:30am
Course # 7257
Guided walk 10:00am
Monday, December 14, 10:30am-
Course # 7748
12:00pm
Guided walk 10:30am
Course #7756
Course # 7750
Monday, January 11, 10:30am-12:00pm
Guided walk 11:00 am
Course # 7758
Course # 7751
Monday, February 8, 10:30am-12:00pm
Guided walk 11:30pm
Course # 7759
Course # 7752
Fee: $7/child (adult free); registration
Ages: 2-6
required
Fee: $7/child
Visitors Center Childrens Classroom
Saturday Morning Story Time

Brookside Gardens Volunteers
Participate and listen to nature and
seasonal stories that will encourage
a childs imagination and creativity.
Each week a different story will be read
followed by a hands-on craft.
Saturdays, October 3 December 12,
10:00am
Ages: 3-6
Fee: Free; no registration required
Fun Festive Natural Ornaments

Workshop
Lynn Richard, Brookside Gardens Staff
Get into the holiday spirit attending this
workshop with your parent or a friend.
We will use natural plant materials
including dried flowers, seed pods and
cones to make intriguing ornaments
to hang on a holiday tree, or to adorn
your home. Create 5 holiday ornaments.
Some examples may include Thistle
Reindeer, Money Plant Guardian
Angel, Pinecone and Thistle Owl, and
Applesauce and Cinnamon Ginger Man.
These make wonderful gifts too!
Friday December 11, 4:00pm-6:00pm
Course # 7664
Ages: 7-12
Fee: $15.00
Registration
REGISTRATION FORM
Fill out a separate form for each participant. Friends of Brookside Gardens members enter the FOBG rate for each course.
Registration opens August 17.
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Date
Name of Program
Fee
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To register by mail, or in person:

Complete the registration form and mail with payment (or drop off registration form
and payment) to:
BROOKSIDE GARDENS, Attn. Registrar, 1800 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902
Make checks payable to Active Montgomery
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mail. To pay with a credit card, please register online at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org or by
phone at 301-962-1451 between the hours of 9:00am-12:00pm Monday through Friday. We
apologize for this inconvenience.
For information on M-NCPPCs

Fee Reduction Program for
Montgomery County residents,
call 301-495-2530. Applications
are available at Brookside Gardens Visitors Center Information Desk.
Montgomery Parks, part of the MarylandNational Capital Park and Planning

Commission, encourages and supports the
participation of individuals with disabilities.
Please contact the Program Access Office to
request a disability accommodation: E-mail:
ProgramAccess@MontgomeryParks.org or
phone: 301-495-2477.
1.You must open an ActiveMONTGOMERY account in order to register for

any program.
2.We regret that it is not possible to
include babies or children in classes
designed for adults, unless specified.
3.All programs will run rain or shine,
unless a rain date is listed; for cancellation information call 301-962-1470.
4.FOBG members should enter the
discounted FOBG rate in the Fee
column. For information about joining
FOBG, call 301-962-1435 or check
brooksidegardens.org.
5.Confirmation of your registration will
be made by mail or email. If an event
is filled to capacity, your check will be
returned and your name placed on a
waiting list. You will be contacted by
phone if an opening occurs.
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prior to event date, unless otherwise
stated. Participants will be enrolled in
the order received.
7.Unless otherwise indicated by the
participant or a parent/guardian in
writing at the time of registration,
photographs of participants for use
in Commission publications may be
taken while participating in program
activities.
Refund Policy: If a program is cancelled
you will be notified and receive a full
refund. If you choose to cancel your
registration from an event please visit
ActiveMONTGOMERY.org for withdrawal
and refund policies.

Wheaton, MD 20902
brooksidegardens.org
Garden of Lights
Winter Walk-through Holiday Light Display
November 27, 2015 January 3, 2016

Open SundayThursday 5:30-9:30pm
Friday Saturday 5:30-10:00pm
Open New Years Eve until 9:00pm
(Closed December 24 & 25)
GARDEN OF LIGHTS INFORMATION LINE:
301-962-1453
Admission:$25 per car/van (M-Th)
$30 per car/van (F-Su)
Advanced sale tickets: $25 (available starting Nov. 1)
Cash only at entrance.

1524 Passenger Bus/Van/Limo $50
2535 Passenger Bus $75
3657 Passenger Bus $120
Last car
admitted 30
minutes before
closing time.

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NEW

Fall & Winter

Letter from the Director

2.Fabulous New Fern Gate

13.Friends of Brookside Gardens

Director, Brookside Gardens

14.Brookside Gardens School of

Hours of operation listed below may change due to

Editor: Ellen Bennett, 301-962-1402

Horticulture Reference Library

1800 Glenallan Avenue

Childrens Education, 301-962-1408

Brookside Gardens is open every

School of Botanical Art & Illustration,

day except December 25.

Volunteer Office, 301-962-1429

McCrillis Gardens, 301-962-1455

Master Gardeners Plant

6910 Greentree Road, Bethesda, MD 20817

Garden Gateway Project

f youve visited the Gardens or driven by the main

boardwalk taking shape as it meanders from the entrance

to see the final effect. And isnt that

construction schedule, resulting in

why we love gardening? A garden is

a delay of completion. The project,

never truly finished; it continues to

exclusive of plantings, will be

change and grow over the years. You

complete this winter.

can expect the same at Brookside

As weve discovered, construction

dynamic feature that will continue to

delays are not uncommon; even so,

change and become lovelier over time.

were as disappointed as you may be

We appreciate your continued support

with the return of the Wings of Fancy

as the Garden Gateway takes shape.

Live Butterfly and Caterpillar Exhibit

We cant wait to unveil the project

this year! When construction is

complete, you will be amazed by the

rookside Gardens has always offered a

they come on a regular basis or once in their

Fabulous New Ferngate

hough the new Garden Gateway will feature

Brookside Gardens visitors, unfortunately, our deer

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Whos That in the Garden?

hile many changes are taking place within the

Garden and Fragrance Garden; and 3. permanent woody

construction area, more changes are coming in

displays, such as the Azalea Garden or Berry Border. Each

the Gardens, as well. Starting this summer, you might

Gardener will be responsible to design, plant and maintain

see some familiar faces in different garden areas. Weve

a mix of those three different types of gardens. Fresh eyes

taken a fresh look at the Garden, the different displays and

and a different perspective will lead to renewed garden

landscapes, and classified them as three different types:

designs, enhancing our plant collections and enriching the

1. high-frequency changing seasonal displays, such as

2.Fabulous New Fern Gate

13.Friends of Brookside Gardens

14.Brookside Gardens School of