Inniswood Program Calendar

Program Registration: Some programs require advance registration. Program registration may be done on line at www.metroparks.net from the drop-down Program menu. For those who prefer to register by phone or do not have computer access, please call MetroParks Headquarters Reservation Line at 614.508-8111 or Inniswood Metro Gardens at 614.895.6216 Tuesday through Friday 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. to register. Programs begin at Innis House unless otherwise noted. Innis House is open Tuesday through Friday 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. & Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Registration for fall 2008 programs begins Wednesday, August 27, 2008.

JUNIOR VOLUNTEERS

The Junior Volunteer program provides teens a chance to experience many aspects of maintaining a botanical garden. Opportunities vary from assisting with education programs to designing, planting, and maintaining garden beds. Ages 10 and older. Call 614-895-6241 for more information.

Please Note: Food is not permitted in any of the garden areas. There is a patio on the south side of the parking lot where visitors may enjoy a quick snack before entering the gardens.

SUNNY SUNDAYS

Sunny Sundays in September and October 1:30-3:30pm

Volunteers from the Central Ohio Unit of the Herb Society of America will be in the Herb Garden to answer any questions about cultivating and using herbs.

September

PRESCHOOL IN THE GARDEN : Reptiles

Wed, Sept 3 9:30am, 11am or 1 pm Program at Innis House

Registration Required Appropriate for ages 3-5 years.

Learn about the reptiles found at Inniswood. Register on line at www.metroparks.net or call 614-895-6216 Tuesday through Friday between 9am and 2pm or call Metro Parks reservation line at 614-508-8111.

GARDEN ADVENTURES: Reptiles

Sun, Sept 7 2pm Program at Innis House

Registration Required Appropriate for ages 6-12 years.

Learn about the reptiles found at Inniswood. Register on line at www.metroparks.net or call 614-895-6216 Tuesday through Friday between 9am and 2 pm or call Metro Parks reservation line at 614-508-8111.

SPOTLIGHT ON FERNS

Sun, Sept 14 2pm Program at Innis House

Listen to fern experts discuss the life cycle, major plant groups and interesting types of ferns at Inniswood.

AUDUBON PROGRAM

Tues, Sept 23 7:30pm Public welcome, program at Innis House

Program: Conservation in the Philippines. Speaker Heather Raymond will speak on her trip to the Philippines and Philippine conservation projects.

MAJESTIC TREE WALK

Sun, Sept 28 3pm Meet at garden entance gazebo

Join us for a closer look at Inniswood's majestic trees.

October

PRESCHOOL IN THE GARDEN: Backyard Birds

Wed, Oct 1 9:30am, 11am or 1 pm Program at Innis House

Registration Required Appropriate for ages 3-5 years.

Learn how to attract our feathered friends to your backyard. Register on line at www.metroparks.net or call 614-895-6216 Tuesday through Friday between 9am and 2pm or call Metro Parks reservation line at 614-508-8111.

GARDEN ADVENTURERS

Sun, Oct 5 2pm Program at Innis House

Registration Required Appropriate for ages 6-12 years.

GREATER COLUMBUS DAHLIA SOCIETY: Fall Dahlia Care

Sun, Oct 12 2pm Public welcome, program at Innis House

Discover how to save your favorite dahlia tuber for another year of colorful blooms.

FALL GARDEN WALK

Sun, Oct 12 2pm Meet at garden entrance gazebo

Enjoy fall color on a leisurely stroll through the gardens.

METRO PARKS' NATURE PRINT CONTEST

Sat & Sun, Oct 18 & 19 11am- 4pm Innis House

View all of the entries in this year's photo contest and cast a vote for the People's Choice Award.

ANNUAL HALLOWEEN PARTY

Sun Oct 26 2- 4pm Program at Innis House

The spirits of Grace and Mary Innis invite you to join them in the gardens to enjoy games, crafts, and stories.

AUDUBON PROGRAM

Tues, Oct 28 7:30pm Public welcome, program at Innis House

Program: Mongolia - The land of blue sky. Speakers Barbara and Stephen Revard speak on their research project in Mongolia.

November

ARTIST RECEPTION

Sun, Nov 2 2- 4pm Program at Innis House

Meet Artist of the Month, C.W. Banfield and enjoy his wonderful exhibit of photographs.

PRESCHOOL IN THE GARDEN: Fall colors

Wed, Nov 5 9:30am, 11 am or 1 pm Program at Innis House

Registration requited Appropriate for ages 3-5 years.

Have fun with the fall colors at Inniswood. Register on line at www.metroparks.net or call 614-895-6216 Tuesday through Friday between 9am and 2pm or call Metro Parks reservation line at 614-508-8111.

GARDEN ADVENTURERS

Sun, Nov 9 2pm Program at Innis House

Registration required Appropriate for ages 6-12 years.

Learn why leaves change color in the fall. Register on line at www.metroparks.net or call 614-895-6216 Tuesday through Friday between 9am and 2pm or call Metro Parks reservation line at 614-508-8111.

CENTRAL OHIO HERB UNIT MEETING

Wed, Nov 12 7pm Public welcome – programt at Innis House

Listen to Clinical Herbalist, Anya Syrkin explore the little known current research into the medicinal properties of culinary herbs.

NORTHVIEW BUCKEYE GARDEN CLUB HOLIDAY PROGRAM

Wed, Nov 19 7pm Public welcome, program at Innis House

Speaker, Fred Helser, will intrigue visitors with ideas and techniques for adapting and utilizing “traditional” Williamsburg wreaths, swags, and table decorations,

ANNUAL FAMILY CRAFT WORKSHOP

Sun, Nov 23 2-4pm Program at Innis House :

Create gifts and decorations to personalize your holidays, Appropriate for all ages.

AUDUBON PROGRAM

Tues, Nov 25 7:30pm Public welcome, program at Innis House

Attend this meeting for opportunities to discuss various nature-related topics, including, birding, conservation, and world travels.