Fernwood has planned a number of events for the month of September. Details are listed below.

Garden Volunteer Opportunity

Wednesday evenings at 5 p.m.

Have fun and make new friends while helping Fernwood maintain its garden collections. On Wednesday evenings, join the Wine and Weed Wednesday volunteers for an hour or so of light work, followed by time to enjoy good company and a local vintage on the Café decks. For more information about becoming a Fernwood volunteer, call (269) 695-6491, or just stop in!

 

Fall Yoga

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

Put balance in life with fall yoga classes at Fernwood. Join Fernwood in the beauty of the gardens (weather permitting) to stretch and balance the stress away. Walk-ins are welcome. $10 (Members $8)

 

Wine Down

Third Fridays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Join Fernwood for a Yin/Restorative yoga class followed by wine tasting, light fare, and good company. Together wine and yoga can offer a healthy indulgence. Call or visit yogathreeoaks.com for more information.

 

Fall yoga intensives

Saturdays, 12:15 to 3:15 p.m.

A new class for those interested in deepening their yoga practice. Join Fernwood for bi-weekly three-hour intensives to explore the “eight-limb path.” Participants will practice yoga, gather in sangha for lunch, reflect upon inspirational reading, and alternate walking and sitting meditation. Ending with tea and discussion. Call or visit yogathreeoaks.com for more information.

 

Tile Two

Open through Sunday, Sept. 13

After the great success of our tile show two years ago, Fernwood welcomes back the rich colors and shine of handmade ceramic tiles, this time expanded to include the works of seven Midwest tile makers: Motawi Tileworks, Pewabic, Whistling Frog Tile, Laurie Sharkus, Kuilema Pottery, Weaver Tile, and Zigguart Tiles. Tiles are available for purchase.

 

Fall Birds At Warren Dunes

Saturday, Sept. 5, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Join naturalist Wendy Jones for a look at the birds of fall: migrating warblers, young-of-the-year birds, and the first of our winter residents. Please dress for trail conditions. Meet at Warren Dunes State Park Floral Lane entrance (park entry fee applies, directions available upon request). $15 (Members $12). Register by Sept. 3.

 

WAUS Second Sunday Concert

Sunday, Sept. 13, 4 p.m.

Join Fernwood for the final WAUS Radio Second Sunday Concert of the season, featuring Symphony Brass Quintet performing on the Green. Admission is free after 3:30 p.m.

 

On Contested Ground: The Changing Nature Of The Prairie Forest Ecotone By Joel Greenberg

Saturday, Sept. 19, 2 to 4 p.m.

When the first Europeans arrived at the southern end of Lake Michigan in the 1670s, they encountered a rich and diverse landscape largely carved by the last great push of the glaciers. The entire area was a great ecotone where the prairies competed with forests.

Joel Greenberg, author of “A Natural History of the Chicago Region and Of Prairie, Woods, and Water,” takes a look at how this area has changed over the course of the last 300 years. Much has been lost, some has been saved, and there are steps that can be taken to ensure that future generations will be able to enjoy the natural beauty that remains. $25 (Members $20) Register by Sept. 11.

 

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, at 13988 Range Line Rd., Niles. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 6 p.m. Café hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 3 p.m. Call (269) 695-6491 or visit http://www.fernwoodbotanical.org/ for more information and to confirm status of classes.