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.

 

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.

 

SUNNY SUNDAYS

Every Sunday during June, July and August from 1:30-3:30pm

Members of the Central Ohio Unit of the Herb Society of America will be in the Herb Garden to answer visitor's questions regarding growing and using fresh herbs.

 

June

JUNIOR VOLUNTEER GARDEN STEWARDS

Saturday, June 5 9am-12pm       Meet at Innis House

Registration Required Ages 11-17

Join our existing program for students ages 11-17. Learn about volunteering at Inniswood as we help with summer garden clean-up.

MEET THE ARTIST

Sunday, June 6 2-4pm      Program at Innis House

Join our artist of the month, Dianne Bauman, to view her mixed media art..

INNISWOOD GARDEN SOCIETY'S ANNUAL MEETING

Sunday, June 13 2pm       Program at Innis House

The Inniswood garden Society invites you to attend their annual meeting with speaker, Melinda Myers, author and contributor to “Birds N Blooms” magazine..

WELLNESS IN THE GARDEN: TAI CHI

Saturday, June 19 10am      Meet at the Program Area

The Taoist Tai Chi Society of the USA invites you to a “try-it-session” and demonstration of Taoist Tai Chi Ô internal arts of health. This ancient Chinese moving mediation incorporates slow, natural movements that promote balance, flexibility, strenghth and relaxation. The Taoist Tai Chi Society Ò is an international organization dedicated to providing the Taoist arts to those who with to experience them. The Society has a continuing program of instruction with accredited instructors.

SUMMER CHILDREN'S PROGRAM: Seeds

Tuesday or Wednesday, June 22 or 23 10am or 1pm      Meet at Program Area

Appropriate for ages 11 and under

Discuss various types of seeds, exploring their origins and uses.

 

EVENING GARDEN WALK

Sunday, June 27 7pm       Meet at the Garden Entrance

Take a guided stroll through the gardens.

SUMMER CHILDREN'S PROGRAM: Worms

Tuesday or Wednesday, June 29 or 30 10am or 1pm     Meet at Program Area

Appropriate for ages 11 and under

Learn about different types of worms and how they can be helpful in the garden.

 

JULY

SUMMER CHILDREN'S PROGRAM: Herbs

Tuesday or Wednesday, July 6 or 7 10am or 1pm      Meet at Program Area

Appropriate for ages 11 and under

Use your senses to learn about these useful plants.

JUNIOR VOLUNTEER GARDEN STEWARDS

Saturday, July 10 9am-12pm       Meet at Innis House

Registration Required Ages 11-17

Join our existing program for students ages 11-17. Learn about volunteering at Inniswood as we help with summer garden clean-up.

 

GREEN SCENE

Saturday, July 10 2-4pm     Program at Innis House

Learn earth-friendly habits to protect our planet.

MEET THE ARTIST

Sunday, July 11 2-4pm     Program at Innis House

Meet artist of the month, Jerry Tollifson. Mixed media

SUMMER CHILDREN'S PROGRAM: Birds, Nests and Eggs

Tuesday or Wednesday, July 13 or 14 10am or 1pm      Meet at Program Area

Appropriate for ages 11 and under

Discover the birds seen at Inniswood and learn how to identify their nests and eggs.

 

MUSHROOMS

Wednesday, July 14 7pm      Program at Innis House

Join the members of the Herb Society of America, Central Ohio Unit, for a presentation by Marita King on how to identify various types of mushrooms andhow to use them for cooking or photography.

 

SENIOR EXCLUSIVE: Container Gardening

Friday, July 16 10am      Meet at the Program Area

Learn the basics of container gardening

 

WELLNES IN THE GARDENS: Wellness Walk through the Gardens

Saturday, July 17 10am      Meet at the Garden Entrance

Join Inniswood Staff for an invigorating walk through the Gardens and nature preserve.

 

EVENING GARDEN WALK

Sunday, July 18 7pm     Meet at the Garden Entrance

Take a guided stroll through the gardens. Join us as you wrap up your tour of Westerville gardens included in the Westerflora Garden Tour.

 

SUMMER CHILDREN'S PROGRAM: Seeds

Tuesday or Wednesday, July 20 or 21 10am or 1pm      Meet at Program Area

Appropriate for ages 11 and under

Discuss various types of seeds, exploring their origins and uses.

 

SUMMER CHILDREN'S PROGRAM: Worms

Tuesday or Wednesday, July 27 or 28 10am or 1pm      Meet at Program Area

Appropriate for ages 11 and under

Learn about different types of worms and how they can be helpful in the garden.

 

SUMMER PLANT SHOWCASE

Saturday, July 31 10am-5pm      Program Area

Sunday, August 1 12-5pm          Program Area

PLANT SALE – Purchase plants directly from local nurseries

TOURS – Tours of the gardens with our horticulturist

EXPERTS – Available to answer your gardening questions

AUGUST

SUMMER CHILDREN'S PROGRAM: Herbs

Tuesday or Wednesday, August 3 or 4 10am or 1pm      Meet at Program Area

Appropriate for ages 11 and under

Use your senses to learn about these useful plants.

 

MEET THE ARTIST

Sunday, August 8 2-4pm      Program at Innis House

Meet members of the Art Quilt Alliance and view their quilted wall hangings.

SUMMER CHILDREN'S PROGRAM: Birds, Nests and Eggs

Tuesday or Wednesday, August 10 or 11 10am or 1pm      Meet at Program Area

Appropriate for ages 11 and under

Discover the birds seen at Inniswood and learn how to identify their nests.

JUNIOR VOLUNTEER GRADEN STEWARDS

Saturday, August 14 9am-12pm      Meet at Innis House

Registration Required. Ages 11-17

Join our existing program for students ages 11-17. Learn about volunteering at Inniswood as we help with summer garden clean-up.

WELLNES IN THE GARDENS: Yoga

Saturday, August 21       Program Area

Be in balance with nature as Joy Lawrence, registered yoga teacher and licensed massage therapist, presents a gentle hatha yoga class. Please wear comfortable clothes, don't eat a heavy meal 2 hours prior to attending and bring a yoga mat. Experience the feeling of creating space in your body, mind and spirit while birds sing around you and a tranquil atmosphere soothes your soul. Complete with breath work, easy body postures and relaxation techniques, this yoga presentation will enable everyone to feel relaxed and renewed. Sponsored by Windsong Massage and Therapies, Inc.

EVENING GARDEN WALK

Sunday, August 29 7pm       Meet at Garden Entrance

Join us in the Sisters' Garden to celebrate gardening with children. Activities and crafts will help introduce the family to gardening.