Fernwood has planned several events for the next several weeks. Details are listed below.

 

2015 Day camp registration opens

Registration for Fernwood’s popular summer day camps opens to Fernwood members at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 1. To receive the member discount, be sure to have a valid member code ready before beginning (Contact Fernwood if you need your member code).

Registration for the general public opens at 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 8. Register at www.fernwoodbotanical.org, by phone, or in person. If you have problems with online registration, call (269) 695-6491 for assistance.

Enrollment is limited, and programs fill quickly, so early registration is encouraged to ensure space in the camp of choice.

New this year: All campers receive a 2015 Fernwood summer camps T-shirt.

All sessions run Tuesday through Friday. Camp details are sent out approximately two weeks before the sessions begin.

Questions? Call Head Naturalist Wendy Jones at ext. 220.

 

Yoga

Wednesdays and Saturdays, 12:15 to 1:30 p.m.

Practice the fundamentals of yoga at Fernwood with instructor, Deirdre Guthrie, of YogaGlow in Three Oaks, and Greta Hurst, Tabula Rasa Gallery, Baroda.

Join the classes on Wednesdays and Saturdays, 12:15 to 1:30 pm.

Walk-ins are welcome! $10 (Members $8).

 

The Niles Handweavers Guild

Wednesday, April 1, 10 a.m.

The Niles Handweavers Guild meets the first Wednesday of the month followed by a members’ gathering from noon to 2 p.m. to socialize and work on projects. During the April 1 meeting, learn how to wind a hand-painted warp with Margaret Jones.

 

Easter Brunch

Sunday, April 5, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Enjoy Easter at Fernwood with a holiday brunch prepared by Chef Tim Carrigan. Seating is by reservation only, required by Friday, April 3. Adults $16.95; Children 6-12 $7.95; Children 5 and under are free.

Call (269) 695-6491 for reservations.

 

Tatting for Beginners

Saturday, April 11, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Tatting is the process of making delicate lace by looping and knotting with a single cotton thread and a small shuttle.

Learn the basic tatting stitches in this workshop taught by Shirley Woods. All materials are included. $25 (Members $20) Register by April 9.

 

About Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve

Fernwood is a special place where nature blends with gardens and art to create an experience of wonder for all ages. Fernwood comprises 105 acres on the St. Joseph River near Buchanan, Michigan, at 13988 Range Line Road, Niles. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. The Fernwood Café is open Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 3 p.m. Call (269) 695-6491 or visit www.fernwoodbotanical.org for more information and to confirm status of classes.