DATE: 9/1/04

CONTACT: Christine Drais, (864) 656-3405

EDITOR: Diane Palmer, (864) 656-4741

UPCOMING SEPTEMBER EVENTS: THE SOUTH CAROLINA BOTANICAL GARDEN

For additional event information and registration: www.clemson.edu/scbg . Registration with a credit card may be made by calling (864) 656-3405 or email scbg@clemson.edu.

First Friday Nature Walk – Sept. 3

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.

Fee: Free

7 a.m.

Location: Red Caboose Parking Area.

Garden Spinners – Sept. 12

Meet Alice Craig along with the “Garden Spinners” at the Discovery Center .Craig is one of the Featured Artists for September and October and has invited members of the Garden Spinners to join her to demonstrate the art of spinning wool and other fibers to create hand woven garments, purses, afghans and more.

Fee: Free

Saturday: 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Location: Fran Hanson Discovery Center .

Third Saturday FRIENDS of the Garden Day – Sept. 18
Friends of the Garden and Geology Museum get enjoy a free cup of coffee at the Garden Gift Shop today. Also, there is free admission today to the Campbell Geology Museum . Painter Susan Stepp will be at the Discovery Center from noon – 2 p.m. to demonstrate her work while on exhibit during the month of September and October. For a complete list of 2004 Featured Artists go to www.clemson.edu/scbg. The Geology Museum is also open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and the gift shop, located at the Fran Hanson Discovery Center , is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Also, discover Garden Yoga from 11 a.m. - noon at the Hayden Conference Center .

Fee: Free

Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Location: S.C. Botanical Garden and Campbell Geology Museum.

Harvest Moon Hike – Sept. 28

A full moon in the fall is especially luminous, because of the moon's position relative to the horizon. Join naturalist Lisa Wagner on a night hike in the garden. Wear walking shoes, and clothing appropriate for walking in the woods.

Fee: $9 per family (up to 5 family members)

Friday: 7 - 9 p.m.

Location: Discovery Center Parking Area.

Hatha Yoga: Saturday Mornings – 4,11,18,25, - Ongoing

Join Anita Nunnelley for Hatha Yoga, a more gentle approach to movement. Nunnelley received her teacher training and experience from The Yoga and Ayurveda Center in Anniston , AL . She is also a Reiki and Ayurvedic practitioner. For specific questions or concerns about the course content, e-mail Anita at gardenofzen@yahoo.com . Bring a yoga mat and towel.

Fee: $10 per session

Saturday: 8 – 9:30 a.m.

Location: S.C. Botanical Garden Hayden Conference Center .

Flow Yoga – Thursdays - 2,9,16,23 - Ongoing

Flow Yoga with Renee Gahan is a course ideal for beginner, intermediate and experienced yoga students. The class focus is on vinyasa or ‘flow yoga’ in addition to the ashtanga primary series of poses designed to increase strength and flexibility. Breathing techniques will also be practiced to reduce stress, induce relaxation and clarity of mind. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat to practice on. Class is limited to 18 students per session.

Fee: $10 per session

To register, call (864) 656-3405.

Thursdays: 6 – 7:30 p.m.

Location: S.C. Botanical Garden Hayden Conference Center.

Photography Exhibit Continues – through September

Artwork by watercolorist Judy Taylor and “Reflections of the Carolina” Upstate photography exhibit by Blue Ridge Arts Council members Ernie and Dede Norungolo, Peter Runge, Danielle Dahl and Fredi and Harvey Hamilton. The exhibit runs through Sept. 30 at the Fran Hanson Discovery Center.

Third Annual Harvest Concert Series – Sept. 30 – Oct. 28

Upcountry bluegrass, old-time and gospel musicians will perform at the Reflection Garden at the Fran Hanson Discovery Center for an evening of foot-stomping good times. The Carriage House Café will be open with homemade food and drinks during the shows.

Sept. 30 – E-Z Duzit Bluegrass Band of Belton will perform .

Fee - $3 per person; children 4 and under are admitted free.

Thursdays – 6 – 7:30 p.m.

Location: Fran Hanson Discovery Center .

GARDEN HOURS OF OPERATION:

Discovery Center & Garden Gift Shop Hours: Mon.–Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sun. 1-5 p.m.

Geology Museum Hours: Discovery Center & Garden Gift Shop Hours: Mon.–Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sun. 1-5 p.m.

Geology Museum Hours: Wed., Sept. 1 - 10 a.m. –  5 p.m. only. Regular hours resume Sept. 2: Admission: $3/adults and $2/children 12 and under. Annual passes available.

Admission: $3/adults and $2/children 12 and under. Annual passes available. Please Note: The Campbell Geology Museum and the Fran Hanson Discovery Center will be closed for Sept. 4 and 11 home football games.

The Garden is located on the Clemson University campus at the intersection of Highway 76 and Silas Pearman Blvd. It encompasses 295 acres of gardens, streams and woodlands, and is open year-round from sunrise to sunset, free of charge.

Support the Garden, become a ‘FRIEND of the Garden’; contact Christine Drais for more information at (864) 656-3405 or cdrais@clemson.edu.

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