DATE:          1/13/05
CONTACT:    Christine Drais, (864) 656-3405
EDITOR:       Diane Palmer, (864) 656-4741

UPCOMING FEBRUARY 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.

Focus: Fiber Art Quilt Exhibit - Feb. and March
Fiber Art is an exhibit of eight regional quilt designers. This colorful exhibit of artistic quilts will be on display at the Discovery Center through March 31.  Look for lectures, demonstrations and other related events.

Daily: Mon. - Sat.: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sun.: 1. - 5 p.m.
Location: Fran Hanson Discovery Center

Nature-Based Artist Lecture/Presentation - Feb. 2
Bavarian Artist Nils-Udo has been working with nature since 1972, either painting it or creating site-specific sculptures using elements of nature. Udo will be in Clemson at the S.C. Botanical Garden to create another of his nature-based sculptures. His artwork has appeared in Europe , Japan , India , and North America . His presentation will be slides and discussion of his nature-based artwork.

Fee: Free
Thursday, Feb. 2: 7 p.m.
Location: Lee Hall Auditorium, Clemson University

Flow Yoga - Thursdays - Feb. 3, 10, 17, & 24
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 12 students per session.

Fee: $10 per session
To register, call (864) 656-3405. 
Thursdays: 5:45 - 7:15 p.m.
Location: Hayden Conference Center .


First Friday Nature Walk - Feb. 4
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
9 a.m.
Location: Red Caboose Parking Area.


Winter Lecture Series - Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26
The 2005 Winter Lecture Series provides opportunities to expand your knowledge about the world of plants and gardens. Register early, as space is limited for this special garden event. Series runs Saturdays, Feb. 5 - 26.  Call 864-656-3405 to register, space is limited.

Feb. 5:    10 a.m. - Noon
              Backyard Bugs with Eric Benson and Cam Lay

Feb. 12:  10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
              De-mystifying Plant Health with Meg Williamson

              11 a.m. - Noon
              Our Favorite Plants: Current Picks from Garden staff with Lisa Wagner

Feb. 19:  Plant Propagation Workshop with Ted Stephens
             10 a.m. - Noon

Feb. 26:  The Unplanned Garden with Margot Rochester
              10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

              The Well-Designed Garden with Marian St. Clair
              11 a.m. - Noon

Tuition: Call for prices for individual lectures or for the series, 864-656-3405.
Saturdays, Feb. 5 - 26, 10 a.m. - Noon
Location: Hayden Conference Center .

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 . Opportunities in grounds maintenance and gardening, education programs, special events, and visitor services are available. Call Melissa Bailey at 864-656-3405 or email scbg@clemson.edu or go to the Garden web site at Our Favorite Plants: Current Picks from Garden staff with Lisa Wagner .

Garden Rentals
Whether you're planning a business meeting, birthday party, or a wedding the S.C. Botanical Garden offers a peaceful setting for your important day. Call Melissa Bailey for more information at 864-656-3405, email scbg@clemson.edu or go to the Garden web site at www.clemson.edu/scbg.
 
GARDEN HOURS OF OPERATION:

Discovery Center and Garden Gift Shop Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sun. 1-5 p.m.
Geology Museum Hours: Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sun. 1-5 p.m. Admission: $3/adults and $2/children 12 and under. Annual passes available.

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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