The north Jersey swap meet will take place on Sept 7, Sunday, which is tomorrow and begins at 10:30 at the flagpole at the Green. You will have to look up to see the flagpole. In case you miss it, it is directly across from the statue fountain. It is a very small "parkette" so you will have no trouble finding us. I will make a small sign saying GardenWeb. So we can recognize each other, wear a name tag or pin a flower to your collar. There are a number of benches, which we will use to set up our trades. I stopped by the Green today to ensure everything is easy to find. I found a large group of hostas with loads of ripe hosta seeds. Shhhhhh, don't tell anyone. I will be there at 10:30 to greet everyone. We will probably have lunch at noon. We will probably break up after lunch but everyone is welcome to stay and socialize. Feel free to bring plants, seeds, garden sundries, garden books and garden arts and crafts. All friends of GW folks are welcome to come and enjoy the day. The Green is a very pleasant little park. Directions: The Green is located at the juncture of old route 24 (which is sometimes called route 124) and Route 202. It is a little park across from Centure 21 department store and near the Headquarters complex. It is in Morristown. We have 13 people who said they are coming. Come and join us, bring a small dish for a picnic and plenty of plants to trade. See you all tomorrow.

Was preparing fo tomorrow's Second Sunday Shoeshoe atthe Arboretum when I saw these posts tr: Plant Sale. I've attached info about the 09 Spring Sale and other May '09 events here (www.landisarboretum.org) May 2, Saturday, 7 - 8:30 PM WOODCOCK WALK Early spring brings the mating song and dance of the American woodcock. We will explore the fields of the Arboretum to hear his song and observe his aerial dance. If we are lucky wefll be able to sneak right up on him as he shows off to females. George Steele, Science Educator. Donation, $5 per person. May 9, Saturday, 10 V noon at the Arboretum, and 1-3 PM at 1185 Creek Road in Esperance WILDLEARN AND WINSLOW OUTDOOR FAMILY ADVENTURE DUO Join the Wildlife Learning Company at the Arboretum for a live animal presentation that includes local wildlife ¡V including birds, reptiles, and amphibians ¡V followed by an interactive guided nature walk. The program takes place at 10 AM - noon Location: Landis Arboretum, Lape Road, Esperance, NY. Then experience the excitement of artistic equestrian JD Winslow in a workshop on the care and training of his unique riding horses, followed by a special acrobatic riding presentation. Location: 1185 Creek Road, Esperance, NY. One fee includes admission to both presentations. Bring a picnic lunch. Reservations with payment or credit card by May 1. Members $8, non-members $10. Family of four: members $25, non-members $35. May 9, Saturday, 10 AM ¡V 1 PM EYE ON: NATURE THROUGH THE CAMERA¡¦S LENS A photography class for all levels of proficiency, The 548-acres Arboretum becomes a photographer¡¦s paradise in this dynamic three-part exploration of nature as seen though the camera¡¦s lens. Led by nature photographer Bill Combs, Jr. and members of the Schoharie County Photographers Club, the informal three sessions are designed to engender excitement and a deeper appreciation of technique, patience and experience when nature is the dynamic subject of pursuit. ÂX May: Look up: Avian life at Landis. ÂX June: Look down! Explore the hidden wonders of the forest floor at the Capital Region¡¦s Arboretum ÂX July: Look out and all around! Celebrate the abundance of Wildlife that makes the Arboretum a boundless source of inspiration and satisfaction for your mid-day photographic adventure. Each 3-hour segment includes: ÂX 90 minutes with camera in hand, exploring the natural splendors of the Arboretum. ÂX 90 minutes of shared time as you display your images in a group setting, learn from shared suggestions and recommendations for improving technique, engaging nature, and expanding creative options. Held at the Arboretum¡¦s Harkness Library, which doubles as a classroom, art studio, workshop area. Requirements: Enthusiasm; a digital camera, appropriate clothing (depending on season), and sensible shoes for the natural terrain of Landis. Bring a brown-bag lunch and a non-alcoholic beverage. Segments can be taken individually although participation in all three sessions will yield maximum satisfaction and learning. Cost: $25/session for members; $35/non-members. Your Guides: Cobleskill resident Bill Combs Jr¡¦s interest in photography began in high school. What began as a hobby developed into a privilege, taking him to places he never would have visited otherwise¡Xfrom countless hours exploring the wildlife of the exotic Everglades National Park in Florida to photographing the buffalo round-up in South Dakota and elk and bighorn sheep in the Rockies. Bill and his family often can be seen exploring the trails and rich natural resources of the Arboretum. For more than a decade, the Schoharie Photo Club has provided common ground for regional photographers -- both amateur and professional. Members discuss their art, share techniques, display their images, and discuss their body of work. Members¡¦ work is displayed at the Cobleskill Fair each August as well as in group showings at the TriCounty Arts Council Gallery in Cobleskill. The Club hosts presentations by guest speakers and knowledgeable members on various topics during its monthly meetings. www.scphotoclub.com ; info@scphotoclub.com May 9, Saturday, 11 AM ¡V 3 PM PAINT-OUT Mohawk Region Chapter of the New York Plein-Air Painters will sponsor a 'Paint-Out' on the grounds of the Landis Arboretum. Plein-air painting is practiced internationally and is growing in popularity. It refers to artwork, usually landscapes, created outdoors on site. Artists typically work in oils and create relatively small paintings that can be completed in a few hours using folding easels and lightweight, portable equipment. All materials are carried in and carried out by the artists with a careful respect of the environment. We are hoping for some fine spring weather (basically no heavy snow or driving rain, but everything else will be acceptable) and glorious flowering trees and shrubs. Artists can park at the Meeting House. We will reconvene at 3:30 for a casual group critique, refreshments, and a welcome chance to visit. Donations of paintings to the Arboretum's Acorn gift shop as well as paintings left for commission sale are encouraged, but not required. In the event of rain (as in downpour) the event will be postponed to the same time the following day, Sunday, May 10. To sign up, or for more information, participating artists can call Mary Beth Vought at 518-868-2807. May 12¡V16, Monday¡VFriday, 9 AM¡V5 PM ARBORETUM¡¦S SIGNATURE SPRING PLANT/BOOK SALE SET-UP Volunteers needed the week prior to the sale. Please call the Arboretum at 518-875-6935 for specifics. Lunch provided! Workers and bakers needed for plant sale weekend also. May 15, Friday, 5 ¡V 8 PM MEMBERS¡¦ PREVIEW PARTY By longstanding tradition, the Friday before the Plant Sale opens to the general public s designated as ¡§Pick of the Pots¡¨ (PoPs), a member-only preview and plant sale. The light evening fare of festive finger foods will be provided by Dottie Gallo¡¦s Sweet Tooth Caterers (Esperance). Details will be announced in the Newsletter and at www.landisarboretum.org. Always a memorable event when old friends meet once again ¡V and introduce new ones to an Arboretum tradition. May 16 and 17, Saturday and Sunday, 10 AM ¡V 4 PM SPRING PLANT AND BOOK SALE Out of the ordinary trees, shrubs, and perennials. Bake sale on both days. Free admission and free parking. Volunteers needed and welcomed. May 22/23, Friday/Saturday, 9:30 PM PUBLIC STAR PARTY Alan French and Albany Area Astronomers. Free admission and parking ¡V but donations to aid the Arboretum are always welcomed. See March 27/28 for details. May 23, Saturday, 6 - 9 AM EARLY MORNING BIRD WALK A walk for the beginning to serious birder. We will explore the Arboretum grounds to find resident and migrating birds. George Steele, Science Educator. Donation, $5 per person. May 30, Saturday, 9:30 AM ¡V 2:30 PM PROJECT WILD/AQUATIC WILD Project WILD (Wildlife in Learning Design) and Aquatic WILD are among the most widely used conservation and environmental education programs today. This fast-paced workshop is designed for formal and informal educators, and will teach you how to integrate wildlife-focused activities of Project WILD and WILD Aquatic into your lessons, be they in the classroom, camp, after-school program, or nature center. Participants will receive two curriculum guides, which contain more than 200 activities for ages K-12. The workshop will include a range of activities from the guides and will take place indoors and out on the Arboretum's grounds. $20/participant. To register, call the Wildlife Learning Company, 607-293-6043.

I'm in Big Flats and would like to invite everyone to the Southern Tier Rose Society's 32nd Annual Rose Show on Sunday, June 12th at the Big Flats Community Center ( Exit 49 off Rt#17/86) on Maple Street just across from the fire station. The show is open to the public free of charge from 2-4 PM. If you have some early blooming roses and would like to exhibit them, the show is open at 7 AM until 10 AM for exhibitors. We offer beautiful crystal keeper trophies for blue ribbon winners in 8 different categories. If you have any questions, please contact me. Meg

Hi all, My pkg. from Carol was waiting for me when I came home today: ) I It was filled with all kinds of good stuff! She sent me a wonderful 10 iris assortment. a White Japanese Yellow Flag Honey Glazed Superstition a pretty purple a red Beverly Sills a light blue heirloom Arctic Snow and Champagne Along with all the iris she sent a couple of frogs(figurines not live ones, lol) a bathsoap set a lavendar/vanilla candle a dog magnet- my husband already put it on the fridge. and a flag pin- she must of remembered I collect pins! oh and the hat! I told my husband he has to take my picture. Thanks Carol for such a great box! I did get all the iris potted tonight, so I happy about that. My husband even asked what he has to do after the operation for all the plants. It is very sweet of him, but very funny. I'm thinking don't you notice me dragging the hose around after work? lol. It is a very simple procedure. Sue/GiverNY4me, I'm glad I'm not boring you: ) I looked up Felder Rushing. He sounds like an interesting guy. I drove out to Rochester alone to the big garden show there, but I specifically went when Brent of Brent and Becky's bulbs was speaking. So I find it perfectly normal for you to go see Rushing: ) You'll have to let us know how it was after you go. You know I was thinking for all the people in this group with heath problems we should of called ourselves the Old Broke Down Buddies or something lol. Remy