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The Auxiliary is a group of Arboretum enthusiasts, men and women, who volunteer time and talent to support the work of the Arboretum. Since our founding in 1968, our special fundraising events have provided over a million and a half dollars of critical support to the Arboretum's mission.
The Auxiliary compiled these donations through the cleverness, ambition and hard work of its members by way of six main events; the Quilt Raffle, the Spring Plant Sale, the Summer Garden Tours, the Fall Harvest Sale, Holiday Sale and the Passport to Paradise Preview.
But we're not always working. We meet quarterly for a luncheon followed by interesting speakers. We have workshops and informal get-togethers during the year and provide educational and enrichment opportunities for our members. We have a Board of Directors, a quarterly newsletter, and even our own "Clubhouse" - Frog Hollow. Our volunteer opportunities include leadership positions that encourage personal growth. Auxiliary members make new friends, increase their horticultural knowledge and develop their own creative talents.
Call 952-443-1400, extension 7052 to leave your name and telephone number for information about becoming an Auxiliary member. Click Here to become an Auxiliary Member Online Today!
Thursday, Feb. 11, 2010
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Passport to Paradise Private Preview provides guests a first look at the Great Hall of Orchids exhibit before it opens to the public. The preview includes a conversation with orchid expert Jerry Fischer, an event-only sale of unique orchids, a silent auction, a "quick draw extraordinaire" with four local artists and more! Jerry will be a special guest at a gourmet dinner from 5:30 to 7 p.m. and a wine and dessert reception from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Advance reservations are required ($65 for dinner and $30 for dessert reception). Call 952-474-5302 by Feb. 8 to reserve your spot at the table!
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Saturday, May 8, 2010
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sunday, May 9, 2010
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Don't miss Minnesota's largest and finest plant sale! Choose from hard-to-find varieties, University of Minnesota introductions, Herbs, Hostas, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials, Rock Garden, Shrub Roses, Vegetables, Water Garden and Koi, Wildflowers, Wetland Plants, Woodies and much more.
2010 Plant List available in April.
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Summer's favorite day! For 26 years the Auxiliary has invited guests to tour some of the area's most glorious, original private gardens in the western suburbs. Garden Tour guests take escorted air-conditioned buses to view four of our area's best private gardens and enjoy a luncheon at the Arboretum. Tour bus seats are filled according to postmark date on the registration form. (Please send completed registration forms to Margie Nash at the address indicated on the form.)
2010 Registration Form available in early spring.
Call 952-443-1400, extension 7052
to leave your name and telephone number for information.
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Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Sunday, Sept. 26, 2010
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Don't miss this popular sale of one-of-a-kind botanical creations. Volunteers pick and dry plant materials and use them in designing arrangements.
No experience necessary. We will teach and help you design with dried plant material.
Quilt Raffle
The Auxiliary creates a show-stopping, nature-inspired, hand-made quilt which is displayed at the Oswald Visitor Center from May-October. Buy raffle tickets at the Oswald Visitor Center.
Drawing held September 25, 2010.
Preview Night Sale
Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
$25/person - Walk-ins welcome!
Holiday Sale
Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Kick off the gift-buying season and purchase gorgeous gifts
handmade by Auxiliary volunteers. Avoid the crowds and be the first to view
and purchase at the Preview Night Sale. Volunteers create beautiful
arrangements with permanent botanicals, and make ornaments, aromatherapy and
unique gift items. No experience is necessary to volunteer for this event.
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