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BUS TOURS, 2012
ON THE ROAD AGAIN
-Wednesday, March 28, 2012
- We'll go to Upper Canada Playhouse in Morrisburg for a matinee performance of Norm Foster's "The Foursome" and have
dinner at the Legion. Mr. Foster is a Canadian playwright whose characters are so believable that theatergoers see
bits of themselves on stage. Get the laughs off to an early start and chase away the winter blues.
- Depart by luxury bus from The Agriculture Museum parking lot at 12 noon and return by 8:30 p.m.
- Cost: FCEF members $90.00; Others $95.00
- To reserve call (613)230-3276 or
e-mail us at info@friendsofthefarm.ca
- To register call us and complete and mail this Registration Form
VISIT THE GARDENS OF QUEBEC
- Saturday, July 15 to Wednesday, July 18, 2012.
- This four-day bus tour features a visit to Grand-Metis (Reford Gardens) which will be celebrating 50 years
of welcoming the public. We will also visit Rimouski, Rivière du Loup, St. Siméon, La Malbaie, Baie St. Paul,
St. Anne de Beaupré and Hudson.
- Cost based on double occupancy:
- FCEF members $499.00; Others $525.00.
- Single supplement add $205.
- Package includes bus & ferry transportation, hotels, entrance fees, tips, and some meals.
- For trip details.
- To register call us and complete and mail this Registration Form
- For information call (613)230-3276 or
e-mail us at info@friendsofthefarm.ca
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EVENTS, 2012
USED BOOK DROP OFF DAY
- Saturday, February 4, 2012, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Please note that we do not accept magazines, textbooks or encylopaedias.
- We look forward to seeing you at our Book Sale on June 16 & 17.
- Location: Building 72, Arboretum, C.E.F.
- Take the east exit off the Prince of Wales roundabout.
- For information call (613)230-3276 or
e-mail us at info@friendsofthefarm.ca
CRAFTS & BAKE SALE
- Saturday, April 21 & Sunday, April 22, 2012, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Come out and see the incredible selection of items to choose from
and don't forget to pick up some delicious baked goods.
- Location: Building 72, Arboretum, C.E.F.
- Take the east exit off the Prince of Wales roundabout.
- Admission and parking free.
- For information call (613)230-3276 or
e-mail us at info@friendsofthefarm.ca
RARE & UNUSUAL PLANT SALE
- Sunday, May 13, 2012, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
- Get everything you need for your garden from the many
specialty growers and nurseries gathered for this event.
- Master Gardeners of Ottawa Carleton will be available to answer your questions.
- Location: Parking lot of the Tropical Greenhouses on Maple Drive, C.E.F.
- Admission fee: Donation to Food Bank or $5.00.
- For information call (613)230-3276 or
e-mail us at info@friendsofthefarm.ca
BOOK SALE
- Saturday, June 16 & Sunday, June 17, 2012,
from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Thousands of books available.
- Stock up for your summer reading.
- Location: Building 72, Arboretum, C.E.F.
- Take the east exit off the Prince of Wales roundabout.
- Admission and parking free
- For information call (613)230-3276 or
e-mail us at info@friendsofthefarm.ca
STRAWBERRY SOCIAL
- July 1, 2012, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Come and enjoy a delicious strawberry treat while visiting the Canada Agriculture Museum
- Many holiday activities from which to choose.
- Location: Memory Park, Canada Agriculture Museum
- The main entrance is located off Prince of Wales, south of the roundabout at the edge of the Ornamental Gardens
on the Central Experimental Farm.
- Cost: $6.00 for shortcake and juice.
- Free Admission into the Museum on Canada Day weekend.
- For information call (613)230-3276 or
e-mail us at info@friendsofthefarm.ca
10 MILE RUN AND COWPATTIE RELAY ON THE FARM
- Wednesday, July 18, 2012 at 6:30 p.m.
- Join the Friends of the Farm and the Run Ottawa Club for a runners' challenge.
- Take part in a 10-mile run or relay on the Central Experimental Farm.
- Location: Morningside Lane, C.E.F.
- To register and for information visit Run Ottawa Club.
VICTORIAN TEA
- August 12, 2012, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Classic tea will be served under the trees of the Central Experimental Farm Arboretum.
- Bring a patio chair and listen to the live music.
- Enter the best hat contest and don period costume (optional).
- Location: Building 72,C.E.F., off the east exit of the Prince of Wales roundabout.
- Plenty of free parking.
- For information call (613)230-3276 or
e-mail us at info@friendsofthefarm.ca
ART ON THE FARM
- Saturday, August 25, 2012, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Rain date August 26, 2012.
- Artists working in various mediums will display and sell their original works under the trees of the Central Experimental Farm.
- Location: off the west exit of the Prince of Wales roundabout at the corner of NCC Driveway and Maple Drive.
- Free admission and parking.
- Information and Registration Form for Exhibitors
- For information call (613)230-3276 or
e-mail us at info@friendsofthefarm.ca
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
- Wednesday, September 19, 2012, at 7 p.m.
- Guest speaker to be announced.
- Free admission and parking.
- All are welcome. You do not have to be a member to attend.
- Location: Neatby Building, C.E.F., Carling at Maple Drive.
- For information call (613) 230-3276 or e-mail us at info@friendsofthefarm.ca
ART EXHIBITION & SALE- For the Love of the Farm
- Saturday, Oct. 6 and Sunday, Oct. 7, 2012, noon to 9:00 p.m.
- Monday, Oct. 8, 2012, noon to 6:00 p.m.
- Amazing pieces of art by up to eight artists working in a variety of mediums.
- This is a juried event.
- If you wish to exhibit, please refer to the Call for Artists and Art Exhibit Agreement.
- Location: Building 72, Arboretum, Central Experimental Farm.
- Take the east exit off the Prince of Wales roundabout.
- Admission and parking free.
- For more information, e-mail us at info@friendsofthefarm.ca
CRAFTS & BAKE SALE
- Saturday, Nov. 17 & Sunday, Nov. 18, 2012, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- An incredible selection of items from which to choose.
- Don't forget to pick up some delicious baked goods.
- Location: Building 72, Arboretum, Central Experimental Farm.
- Take the east exit off the Prince of Wales roundabout.
- Admission and parking free.
- For information call (613)230-3276 or
e-mail us at info@friendsofthefarm.ca
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GARDENING LECTURES & TOURS, 2012
SPRING LECTURE SERIES (English)
- Tuesday in April from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., a spring lecture series is held.
- You can register for lectures individually or for the series.
- Individual lectures: FCEF Members $12, Non-Members $15
- Lecture series: FCEF Members $40, Non-Members $50
- Location: Building 72, Arboretum, Central Experimental Farm.
- Take the east exit off the Prince of Wales roundabout.
- To register or for information call (613)230-3276 or
e-mail us at info@friendsofthefarm.ca
ALL FROM A LITTLE SEED
by Rebecca Last
- Tues., April 3, 2012, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- The presenter will help those who have struggled to get seeds to germinate. Tips and tricks for successful
seed starting, whether annual flowers, vegetables or some trickier perennials.
- A 'show and tell' of several types of equipment that can be used to start new plants from seeds will be included.
- Location: Building 72, Arboretum, CE.F
- Cost: see above.
LOW DOWN DELIGHTFUL DIRTY EARTH
by Edythe Falconer
- Tues. April 10, 2012, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- The lecturer will show how to create your own earthy delights, maintain and build your own soil wherever you grow
- from pots to lots, gardens, patios and penthouses. Let us save our living earth!
- Location: Building 72, Arboretum, CEF.
- Cost: see above.
THE BEAUTY OF ANNUALS
by Diane McClymont Peace
- Tues. April 17, 2012, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- This presentation will cover annuals that work well in a border and also those that do not;
annuals for sun, shade, dry and moist conditions; colour, height and textures that work well together;
tips to ensure long-lasting blooms and healthy plants.
- Location: Building 72, Arboretum, CEF.
- Cost: see above.
CREATING A WINTER SCENE IN YOUR OWN YARD
by Julianne Labreche
- Tues., April 24, 2012, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- This presenter will suggest shrubs, perennials and grasses to be planted for winter interest in your garden.
The goal is to choose plants which provide interesting colours, shapes and textures that willstand out when covered with snow.
- Interesting photos will illustrate her choices.
- Location: Building 72, Arboretum, CEF.
- Cost: see above.
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HISTORICAL WALK IN THE CENTRAL EXPERIMENTAL FARM
- May, TBA, 2012, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Bob McClelland will lead this walking tour during which he'll showcase the history
and stories of Ottawa's beloved Central Experimental Farm.
- The tour begins at William Saunders Building, Maple Drive,
off the NCC Driveway
- Admission: FCEF Members $12, Non-Members $15.
- To register or for information call (613)230-3276 or
e-mail us at info@friendsofthefarm.ca
LILAC WALK TOUR
- May TBA, 2012 at 2 p.m.
- Take part in a guided tour along the Central Experimental Farm Lilac Walk
with the Friends of the Farm Lilac Team.
- Discover the many varieties of lilac that the C.E.F.has to offer.
- No registration required.
- Meet at the Ornamental Gardens
- Free parking at the Canadian Agriculture Museum,
south of the Prince of Wales roundabout.
- Donations are gratefully accepted.
- For information call (613)230-3276 or
e-mail us at info@friendsofthefarm.ca
FLETCHER WILDLIFE GARDEN NATIVE PLANT SALE
- Saturday, June 2, 2012, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Native plants grown in the area that are adapted to the local conditions and climate.
- Volunteers and growers will be available to answer your questions and make suggestions.
- Admission and parking are free.
- For information call (613)730-0714 or
e-mail Fletcher Wildlife Garden
PRESTON LILAC TOUR
- Saturday, June TBA, 2012, at 2 p.m.
- Take part in a guided tour of the Isabel Preston Lilac collection on the Central Experimental farm with the
Friends of the Farm Lilac Team.
- Discover the many varieties of these heritage lilacs that the C.E.F.has to offer.
- No registration required.
- Free parking at the Canadian Agriculture Museum,
south of the Prince of Wales roundabout.
- Signs will direct you to the tour of the collection which is near the parking lot at the southern end of the Ornamental Gardens.
- Donations are gratefully accepted.
- For information call (613)230-3276 or
e-mail us at info@friendsofthefarm.ca
C.E.F. & EXPLORER ROSE TOUR
- Sunday, June 10, 2012, at 1:00 p.m.
- The FCEF Rose Team will be available to answer your questions.
- Information on the collection will be available to help you with a Self Guided Tour of the roses.
- Free parking at the Canadian Agriculture Museum,
south of the Prince of Wales roundabout.
- Signs will direct you to the Rose tour.
- Donations are gratefully accepted.
- For information call (613)230-3276 or
e-mail us at info@friendsofthefarm.ca
BATTLING THE BEETLE
- Sunday, June 24, 2012, at 2 p.m.
- Join Edythe Falconer in the C.E.F. Heritage Rose Garden.
- Bring a meduim-sized jar with a wide mouth & tight lid as well as garden gloves.
- Catch your own beetle and have discussions on strategies to reduce beetle damage.
- A fact sheet will be available.
- Free parking at the Canadian Agriculture Museum,
south of the Prince of Wales roundabout.
- Watch for the signs.
- For information call (613)230-3276 or
e-mail us at info@friendsofthefarm.ca
PEONY TOURS
- June TBA, 2012, from 9:00 a.m. to noon
- Guided tours will be offered of the Peony Beds on the Central Experimental Farm.
- Get tips on what would work best in your garden and ways to keep your peonies happy.
- Free parking at the Canadian Agriculture Museum ,
south of the Prince of Wales roundabout.
- Location: Peony Beds, Ornamental Gardens, C.E.F.
- Donations are gratefully accepted.
- For information call (613)230-3276 or
e-mail us at info@friendsofthefarm.ca
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Building 72, Arboretum, Central Experimental Farm, Ottawa, Canada K1A 0C6
Tel: (613) 230-3276 Fax: (613) 230-1238 E-mail: info@friendsofthefarm.ca |
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