http://www.naplesgarden.org Naples Botanical Garden feed http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/dogs-in-the-garden-walk-136 The family and the family dog both have the opportunity to visit the gardens and enjoy the canine-friendly atmosphere (with the exception of the Children’s Garden) during designated Dog Walk Hours. Tue, 15 May 2012 19:06:18 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/dogs-in-the-garden-walk-136 Dominique M. 2012-05-15T19:06:18Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/dogs-in-the-garden-walk-145 The family and the family dog both have the opportunity to visit the gardens and enjoy the canine-friendly atmosphere (with the exception of the Children’s Garden) during designated Dog Walk Hours. Tue, 15 May 2012 19:15:53 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/dogs-in-the-garden-walk-145 Dominique M. 2012-05-15T19:15:53Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/dogs-in-the-garden-walk-139 The family and the family dog both have the opportunity to visit the gardens and enjoy the canine-friendly atmosphere (with the exception of the Children’s Garden) during designated Dog Walk Hours. Tue, 15 May 2012 19:11:44 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/dogs-in-the-garden-walk-139 Dominique M. 2012-05-15T19:11:44Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/dogs-in-the-garden-walk-140 The family and the family dog both have the opportunity to visit the gardens and enjoy the canine-friendly atmosphere (with the exception of the Children’s Garden) during designated Dog Walk Hours. Tue, 15 May 2012 19:12:18 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/dogs-in-the-garden-walk-140 Dominique M. 2012-05-15T19:12:18Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/dogs-in-the-garden-walk-136 The family and the family dog both have the opportunity to visit the gardens and enjoy the canine-friendly atmosphere (with the exception of the Children’s Garden) during designated Dog Walk Hours. Tue, 15 May 2012 19:06:18 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/dogs-in-the-garden-walk-136 Dominique M. 2012-05-15T19:06:18Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/dogs-in-the-garden-walk-137 The family and the family dog both have the opportunity to visit the gardens and enjoy the canine-friendly atmosphere (with the exception of the Children’s Garden) during designated Dog Walk Hours. Tue, 15 May 2012 19:07:14 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/dogs-in-the-garden-walk-137 Dominique M. 2012-05-15T19:07:14Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/presentation-the-nature-of-lichens On May 23, 2012, at 6:30 PM, Dr. William Sanders will present a lecture entitled “The nature of lichens” in the main auditorium at the Naples Botanical Garden. Thu, 05 Jan 2012 14:18:03 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/presentation-the-nature-of-lichens Dominique M. 2012-01-05T14:18:03Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/presentation-the-nature-of-lichens On May 23, 2012, at 6:30 PM, Dr. William Sanders will present a lecture entitled “The nature of lichens” in the main auditorium at the Naples Botanical Garden. Thu, 05 Jan 2012 14:18:03 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/presentation-the-nature-of-lichens Dominique M. 2012-01-05T14:18:03Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/presentation-the-nature-of-lichens On May 23, 2012, at 6:30 PM, Dr. William Sanders will present a lecture entitled “The nature of lichens” in the main auditorium at the Naples Botanical Garden. Thu, 05 Jan 2012 14:18:03 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/presentation-the-nature-of-lichens Dominique M. 2012-01-05T14:18:03Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/christine-cook-photography-workshops Join us for a four class course that shows you how to capture a great image with your camera. Master Naturalist and Photographer Dr. Christine Cook will start by illustrating successful techniques in the classroom before taking you out to the Garden where you can practice with Christine’s guidance. Mon, 14 May 2012 20:43:11 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/christine-cook-photography-workshops Dominique M. 2012-05-14T20:43:11Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/christine-cook-photography-workshops Join us for a four class course that shows you how to capture a great image with your camera. Master Naturalist and Photographer Dr. Christine Cook will start by illustrating successful techniques in the classroom before taking you out to the Garden where you can practice with Christine’s guidance. Mon, 14 May 2012 20:43:11 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/christine-cook-photography-workshops Dominique M. 2012-05-14T20:43:11Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/lifelong-learning-flowers-and-macro-photography-with-dennis-goodman Take advantage of this exciting opportunity to join Naples wildlife and nature photographer Dennis Goodman for a hands-on workshop. This class will focus on the smaller side of the Garden. Mon, 14 May 2012 20:10:18 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/lifelong-learning-flowers-and-macro-photography-with-dennis-goodman Dominique M. 2012-05-14T20:10:18Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/lifelong-learning-flowers-and-macro-photography-with-dennis-goodman Take advantage of this exciting opportunity to join Naples wildlife and nature photographer Dennis Goodman for a hands-on workshop. This class will focus on the smaller side of the Garden. Mon, 14 May 2012 20:10:18 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/lifelong-learning-flowers-and-macro-photography-with-dennis-goodman Dominique M. 2012-05-14T20:10:18Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/lifelong-learning-grow-healthy-citrus Join us at the Garden to find out how to care for you citrus trees, keep them productive and how to identify common problems of home-grown Florida citrus. Mon, 14 May 2012 19:56:42 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/lifelong-learning-grow-healthy-citrus Dominique M. 2012-05-14T19:56:42Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/grow-healthy-citrus Join us at the Garden to find out how to care for you citrus trees, keep them productive and how to identify common problems of home-grown Florida citrus. Mon, 14 May 2012 19:42:05 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/grow-healthy-citrus Dominique M. 2012-05-14T19:42:05Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/grow-healthy-citrus Join us at the Garden to find out how to care for you citrus trees, keep them productive and how to identify common problems of home-grown Florida citrus. Mon, 14 May 2012 19:42:05 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/grow-healthy-citrus Dominique M. 2012-05-14T19:42:05Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/employment/post/108/children's-garden-assistant <p><strong>Position Title:</strong> Children's Garden Assistant</p> <p><strong>Department:</strong> Education</p> <p><strong>Reports to:</strong> Children's Garden Coordinator</p> <p><strong>Position Summary:</strong> Assist with operation of the Vicky C. and David Byron Smith Children's Garden including plantings and garden features, education programs, special events, volunteers and interpretation. Ensure that all programming is innovative and effective and in direct support of the Garden's mission.</p> <p><strong>Primary</strong> <strong>Duties:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Assist in maintaining plantings and Garden features in Children's Garden</li> <li>Supervise education volunteers and docents working in the Children's Garden in absence of Children's Garden Coordinator</li> <li>Assist in the implementation of educational programs and tours for school groups, adult groups, and casual visitors</li> <li>Assist the Education Department in stocking and maintaining program equipment Mon, 14 May 2012 14:55:00 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/employment/post/108/children's-garden-assistant Dominique M. 2012-05-14T14:55:00Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/summer-picnic-concert-series Pack up your picnic basket and head for the Garden because this summer we are bringing you a series of musical performaces starting with Orange Juice. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:29:48 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/summer-picnic-concert-series Dominique M. 2012-04-30T16:29:48Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/employment/post/107/summer-camp-mentor--service-learning-opportunity <p><strong>Position Title</strong>: Summer Camp Mentor — Service Learning Opportunity</p> <p><strong>Department:</strong> Education</p> <p><strong>Reports to:</strong> Director of Conservation and Education/Summer Camp Coordinator</p> <p><strong>Service Learning Summary:</strong></p> <p>Are you an enthusiastic student looking for Service Learning hours during the summer while engaging children through experimental and inquiry-based learning? Naples Botanical Garden is seeking mentors for students age 5-12 for our week-long science, art, environment and fun-based summer camps. Mentors primarily act as positive role models for younger students from a wide range of economic and cultural backgrounds. Additionally, mentors will support Camp Counselors and the Camp Coordinator in the delivery of standards-based educational programming. Commitment is from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm each day for one to three weeks beginning June 11 through July 27.</p> Fri, 11 May 2012 20:05:00 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/employment/post/107/summer-camp-mentor--service-learning-opportunity Dominique M. 2012-05-11T20:05:00Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/blog/post/106/garden-parties-2012-summer-promotion <p><img src="http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/blog/blog-image/summer_2012_promotion.jpg" alt="summer_2012_promotion.jpg" width="404" height="404" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; margin-bottom: 1em" /></p> <p> </p> <p>Celebrate your special moments at the Garden this summer! We are having a special promotion from June 1st through September 30th, so don't miss this opportunity to save big bucks on your special day. </p> <p>Dates: as available</p> <p>Daily from 10:00am-4:00pm/ (6) hour rental</p> <p><strong>Special events include:</strong></p> <p>Summer BBQ's</p> <p>Birthday Parties</p> <p>Corporate/Business Events</p> <p>Summer Weddings</p> <p>Private Garden Parties</p> <p>Bridal/Baby Showers</p> Fri, 11 May 2012 15:35:00 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/blog/post/106/garden-parties-2012-summer-promotion Dominique M. 2012-05-11T15:35:00Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/sarah-sthilaire My Profile Tue, 08 May 2012 15:29:48 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/sarah-sthilaire Sarah S. 2012-05-08T15:29:48Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/mothers-day-at-the-garden Treat mom to a day of beauty and fun in the Garden, enjoy a beautiful landscape filled with fragrant and blossoming flowers. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:46:55 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/mothers-day-at-the-garden Dominique M. 2012-04-30T15:46:55Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/fathers-day-at-the-garden-summer-picnic-concert-series Celebrate Father's Day at the Garden and Dad will receive FREE admission! Plus, don't miss our Summer Picnic/Concert Series featuring a live musical performance by The Sarah Mac Band. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:49:22 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/fathers-day-at-the-garden-summer-picnic-concert-series Dominique M. 2012-04-30T16:49:22Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/summer-picnic-concert-series-2 Pack up your picnic basket and head for the Garden for our last musical performace of the summer featuring the De Lei'ed Parrots. Mon, 07 May 2012 15:40:07 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/summer-picnic-concert-series-2 Dominique M. 2012-05-07T15:40:07Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/summer-picnic-concert-series-2 Pack up your picnic basket and head for the Garden for our last musical performace of the summer featuring the De Lei'ed Parrots. Mon, 07 May 2012 15:40:07 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/summer-picnic-concert-series-2 Dominique M. 2012-05-07T15:40:07Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/summer-picnic-concert-series-2 Pack up your picnic basket and head for the Garden for our last musical performace of the summer featuring the De Lei'ed Parrots. Mon, 07 May 2012 15:40:07 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/summer-picnic-concert-series-2 Dominique M. 2012-05-07T15:40:07Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/summer-picnic-concert-series-2 Pack up your picnic basket and head for the Garden for our last musical performace of the summer featuring the De Lei'ed Parrots. Mon, 07 May 2012 15:40:07 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/summer-picnic-concert-series-2 Dominique M. 2012-05-07T15:40:07Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/blog/post/102/the-first-annual-food-fest-in-the-garden-was-a-success! <p><img src="http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/blog/blog-image/FoodFest_photoscape.jpg" alt="FoodFest_photoscape.jpg" width="404" height="404" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; margin-bottom: 1em" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>The First Annual Food Fest and Member Give Back Day on Saturday, April 28th was a huge success!</p> <p>We had 573 visitors, sold 19 memberships and collected several large bins of food for <a href="http://www.stmatthewshouse.org/">St. Matthew's House</a>.</p> <p>The food trucks were a hit, and the live musical performance by <a href="http://www.facebook.com/thewholetones/photos">The Wholetones</a> was amazing. Also, Garden Staff Member Taylor Walker's fruit display was awesome!</p> <p>The Garden would like to extend a warm thank you to everyone that participated and helped make this day a success.</p> <p> See you next year!</p> <p> </p> Thu, 19 Apr 2012 14:20:00 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/blog/post/102/the-first-annual-food-fest-in-the-garden-was-a-success! Dominique M. 2012-04-19T14:20:00Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/employment/post/105/natural-areas-staff-position <p><strong>Position Title:</strong> Natural Areas Staff</p> <p><strong>Department:</strong> Conservation</p> <p><strong>Reports to:</strong> Natural Areas Manager</p> <p><strong>Position Summary:</strong> Naples Botanical Garden expanded to a 170-acre destination two and a half years ago and has quickly become one of the favorite attractions in Southwest Florida. The Garden is currently looking for a Natural Areas Staff member to assist in the management of created and restored ecosystems and formal gardens.</p> Mon, 30 Apr 2012 19:00:00 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/employment/post/105/natural-areas-staff-position Dominique M. 2012-04-30T19:00:00Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/fathers-day-at-the-garden-summer-picnic-concert-series Celebrate Father's Day at the Garden and Dad will receive FREE admission! Plus, don't miss our Summer Picnic/Concert Series featuring a live musical performance by The Sarah Mac Band. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:49:22 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/fathers-day-at-the-garden-summer-picnic-concert-series Dominique M. 2012-04-30T16:49:22Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/fathers-day-at-the-garden-summer-picnic-concert-series Celebrate Father's Day at the Garden and Dad will receive FREE admission! Plus, don't miss our Summer Picnic/Concert Series featuring a live musical performance by The Sarah Mac Band. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:49:22 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/fathers-day-at-the-garden-summer-picnic-concert-series Dominique M. 2012-04-30T16:49:22Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/open-fishing-in-the-garden-lakes Enjoy Father's Day weekend with open fishing in the Garden Lakes! Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:40:19 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/open-fishing-in-the-garden-lakes Dominique M. 2012-04-30T16:40:19Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/open-fishing-in-the-garden-lakes Enjoy Father's Day weekend with open fishing in the Garden Lakes! Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:40:19 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/open-fishing-in-the-garden-lakes Dominique M. 2012-04-30T16:40:19Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/summer-picnic-concert-series Pack up your picnic basket and head for the Garden because this summer we are bringing you a series of musical performaces starting with Orange Juice. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:29:48 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/summer-picnic-concert-series Dominique M. 2012-04-30T16:29:48Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/summer-picnic-concert-series Pack up your picnic basket and head for the Garden because this summer we are bringing you a series of musical performaces starting with Orange Juice. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:29:48 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/summer-picnic-concert-series Dominique M. 2012-04-30T16:29:48Z http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/summer-picnic-concert-series Pack up your picnic basket and head for the Garden because this summer we are bringing you a series of musical performaces starting with Orange Juice. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:29:48 GMT http://www.naplesgarden.org/show/summer-picnic-concert-series Dominique M. 2012-04-30T16:29:48Z