What's Happening in March at the GWC
In March we welcome the American Wildlife Refuge as our speaker. In addition to learning about raptors and vultures we will get the opportunity to see these animals in person. We will learn about things we can do in our gardens to encourage these magnificent birds and about the role they play in our environment. As gardeners we can learn a great deal from raptors. We share the top predator designation. Their acute vision and incredible speed allow them to hunt small animals, like rodents, rabbits, fish, lizards, and other birds. Vultures remove carrion from the environment, reducing the spread of disease and serve as key indicators of environmental contamination. We are fortunate to have many different raptors living in the Raleigh area. A fun fact is a group of vultures is called a wake. So, the next time you spot a dead deer by the roadside being attended to by flock of vultures you can legitimately say you saw a wake being held for a deer.
The meeting starts at 7:30 PM at the Ruby McSwain Education Center, JC Raulston Arboretum, on Tuesday, March 19, 2024. If you hope to have the slightest chance of getting some of the legendary and scrumptious refreshments, to say nothing of the scintillating and stimulating social time, arrive by 7:00 PM. Visitors and prospective new members are always welcome!
The meeting starts at 7:30 PM at the Ruby McSwain Education Center, JC Raulston Arboretum, on Tuesday, March 19, 2024. If you hope to have the slightest chance of getting some of the legendary and scrumptious refreshments, to say nothing of the scintillating and stimulating social time, arrive by 7:00 PM. Visitors and prospective new members are always welcome!
Not a member? We feel your pain. But not to worry! The GWC's got you covered. First off, you're always welcome to attend our presentations as a guest. Even better, you're always welcome to become a member. If you love gardens and gardening in the Carolinas (and hanging around with others who feel the same way) why not join us! We'd love to have you! A handy online membership application awaits you right here!
Sign Up to Help at the 2024 Azalea Sale!
The Azalea Sale is one of the most meaningful experiences in the life of Gardeners of Wake County. It is a life experience where we get to spend time together working and laughing and joking and getting to know one another. All of ye newcomers, please spend some time at the Sale getting to know us and letting us get to know you. Together, the Sale raises funds for our educational, community service, and scholarship programs and activities.
Set up and mobilization for the Sale is on April 1-3, Monday through Wednesday, generally from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, depending on delivery times. Sales begin on Thursday, April 4, and continue through Saturday, April 13. We are closed on Sunday, April 7. Sale hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. The Sale will be held in the same place it was last year, at the Flower Show area at the State Fairgrounds, Gate 6. Parking is free.
So now’s the time to go to Sign Up Genius and pick some times and days to volunteer! Just click the link and join your friends and fellow gardeners at the 2024 GWC Azalea Sale!
Set up and mobilization for the Sale is on April 1-3, Monday through Wednesday, generally from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, depending on delivery times. Sales begin on Thursday, April 4, and continue through Saturday, April 13. We are closed on Sunday, April 7. Sale hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. The Sale will be held in the same place it was last year, at the Flower Show area at the State Fairgrounds, Gate 6. Parking is free.
So now’s the time to go to Sign Up Genius and pick some times and days to volunteer! Just click the link and join your friends and fellow gardeners at the 2024 GWC Azalea Sale!
March 2024
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