DATE: November 20, 2008

CONTACT: Claiborne Linvill, 864-656-6205
linvill@clemson.edu

WRITER: Claiborne Linvill, 864-656-6205
linvill@clemson.edu

South Carolina Botanical Garden and Bob Campbell Geology Museum events for December

CLEMSON — These are the events planned in November at the S.C. Botanical Garden and Bob Campbell Geology Museum.

Garden Yoga – every Thursday
Renee Gahan leads Vinyasa Yoga classes that are open to every skill level. In Vinyasa Yoga, students move through a series of postures focusing on the breath. Attention is paid to proper alignment and guidance is provided in how to develop poses in the body. For more information, visit http://clemsonyoga.typepad.com/.
Time: 6-7:15 p.m. Thursdays (No class Dec. 25)
Fee: $12 for drop-ins; $50 for a five-class pass ($35 for full-time students)
Location: Hayden Conference Center in the Botanical Garden

First Friday Nature Walk – Dec. 5
Meet at the Red Caboose for an informative walk with naturalist and Clemson University professor David Bradshaw. Wear comfortable shoes and appropriate dress. Walks generally last between one and two hours.
Time: 9 a.m.
Fee: Free
Location: Meet at the Red Caboose parking area at the S.C. Botanical Garden

Holiday Open House – Dec. 5 and Dec. 6
Join us for holiday cheer, tasty refreshments and special holiday prices on garden and museum gift shop items. We will be accepting custom jewelry orders for all your gift-giving needs. You’ll also find a wide selection of gardening gifts, educational books and toys, local food goodies, exquisite artwork, handmade crafts and an extensive collection of unique jewelry.  All proceeds from the gift shops support garden and museum operations.
Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5, and Saturday, Dec. 6
Fee: Free
Location: Fran Hanson Discovery Center and Bob Campbell Geology Museum gift shops in the S.C. Botanical Garden

CREATIVE CLASSES
Offered through the gift shops of the S.C. Botanical Garden and Bob Campbell Geology Museum

Creating Beautiful Tablescapes
With the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons coming up, now is the time to give a thought to a creating your holiday tablescapes. While tablescapes often adorn the center of the table, they are more than centerpieces, and a true tablescape is actually a bit more complex. Tablescapes are design plans for an overall look that addresses the entire table or surface as well as its surroundings.  Whether you’re celebrating a holiday or the cherished company of family and friends, a well-set table makes a meal memorable. Coordinate linens and dishes, be creative with the centerpiece, then layer in personal touches like place cards, candles, favors and flowers to make guests feel wanted, welcome and truly special. Choose every item specifically to complement not only other items on the table but also other elements of the space.
Price: $40, includes materials ($36 for members)
Location: Bob Campbell Geology Museum
You must pre-register by calling 864-656-3405 one week before class
Times (one time slot per class): 10 a.m.-noon and 2-4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec.  17, and 10 a.m.-noon and 2-4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18

Making Your Own Natural Wreaths
Perhaps the only thing better than the scent of fresh-cut evergreen boughs is having that scent come from a wreath you’ve made yourself.
Price: $45, includes materials ($40 for members)
Location: Bob Campbell Geology Museum
You must pre-register by calling 864-656-3405 one week before class
Times (one time slot per class): 10 a.m.-noon and 2-4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3; 10 a.m.-noon and 2-4 p.m. Thursday, Dec.  11; and 10 a.m.-noon and 2-4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12

Creating Handmade, Natural Ornaments
Use natural materials to make unique ornaments for your holiday decorating. This is a hands-on workshop. Bring scissors or pruners and a box to carry home your creations.
Price: $30, includes materials ($27 for members)
Location: Bob Campbell Geology Museum
You must pre-register by calling 864-656-3405 one week before class
Times (one time slot per class): 10 a.m.-noon and 2-4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4; 10 a.m.-noon and 2-4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10

Crafting Wrapped Wire, Illusion and Organza Necklaces
Level: Beginner to Advanced

Wire Wrapping
You'll learn how to make simple loops and wrapped loops, as well as a hook clasp.
Illusion & Organza Necklaces
These airy, lightweight necklaces use a scattering of beads to add interest. How do I get the beads to stay in place? How do I get the beads on the ribbon? You’ll learn these skills, as well as how to finish off with a professional closure using cones.
What to Bring to Class
The fee includes all supplies and tools, but you may need reading glasses or a magnifying glass if you may have trouble seeing bead holes and a notebook and pen so you can remember what you learn.
Price: $45, includes materials ($40 for members)
Location: Bob Campbell Geology Museum
You must pre-register by calling 864-656-3405 one week before class
Times (one time slot per class): 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12; 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, Dec. 13; and 10 a.m.-noon and 2-4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 19

Art Gallery Feature: Landscape Paintings by William Jameson
Currently on display until Jan. 12, 2009, the Gallery of the Fran Hansen Discovery Center showcases the work of William Jameson. A South Carolina native, Jameson draws on his love of history and nature to create introspective landscapes embodying the full range of local color and contrasts. Rejecting the term “scenes,” Jameson defines his landscapes as “explorations.” His compositions go beyond mere depictions of surface beauty to reveal the mystery and profound power of nature.
Hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Saturday
Location: Fran Hanson Discovery Center Gallery at the Botanical Garden
For more information, visit www.clemson.edu/public/scbg/art/featured.html.

The Work of Elizabeth Belser Fuller – Ongoing
See the new additions to the collection of watercolors, acrylics and mixed-media works by native South Carolinian and friend of the garden Elizabeth Belser Fuller. The collection includes a set of paintings from the island of Dominica and quilt “Garden Escape” by Marilyn Wall and Diana Pickens that was commissioned by Fuller in 2005. A $2 suggested donation supports the gallery.
Hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Saturday
Location: Fran Hanson Discovery Center Gallery at the S.C. Botanical Garden

Be a Garden Volunteer
No matter what your background or the time you have available, there is a place for you at the S.C. Botanical Garden. Volunteer opportunities are available in grounds maintenance and gardening, education programs, special events and visitor services. Call the Garden at 864-656-3405 or email scbg@clemson.edu or visit www.clemson.edu/scbg.

Special Event Planning at the Garden
Whether you’re planning a business meeting, party or wedding, the S.C. Botanical Garden offers a beautiful setting for your important day. Call Judith Gardner, garden rental manager, for more information at 864-656-3075, email scbg@clemson.edu or visit www.clemson.edu/scbg.

Garden gift shops
The Garden Gift Shop and the Campbell Geology Museum Gift Shop offer unique gifts for children and adults, including handcrafted items by local artists, gardening and geology books, T-shirts, local food items, jewelry and more. The shop is located at the Fran Hanson Discovery Center and is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Saturday. The Campbell Geology Museum is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday and 1-5 p.m. Sunday. Call 864-656-3405 for more information.

Garden hours of operation
The South Carolina Botanical Garden is open from dawn until dusk 365 days a year.

The garden and geology museum are located on the Clemson University campus at the intersection of U.S. 76 and Perimeter Road. The garden encompasses 295 acres of display gardens, nature trails, woodlands and streams, and is open year-round from sunrise to sunset, free of charge. Contact Claiborne Linvill for more information at 864-656-3405 or scbg@clemson.edu.