| March 12, 2010 |
| Exhibition Preview of Blooms: Floral Art in the Stark Collection |
| Exhibition Preview... |
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| March 13, 2010 |
| Wildflowers on Your Windowsill |
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9:30 - 10:30 am
Have you ever wanted to plant a garden, but you just don’t have the space? This week, we’ll get a crash course in setting up thriving, beautiful gardens in small spaces. Whether you’re an apartment tenant with a small balcony, or a dormitory dweller with nothing but an empty window, you’ll be gearing up your green thumb for this fun and innovative class. Program is intended for adults. This program will be held in the Nature Discovery Center Lab. All seats reserved, seating is limited RSVP: (409) 670-9799. |
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| March 13, 2010 |
| Blooms: Floral Art in the Stark Collections |
| March 13 - June 12, 2010... |
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| March 14, 2010 |
| Ask a Master Gardener |
| Have you ever had a plant question that you couldn't find the answer to and just really didn't know... |
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| March 15, 2010 |
| Oiled Wildlife Response Workshop |
| Shangri La Botanical Gardens and the Texas General Land Office are working together again to offer a... |
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| March 18, 2010 |
| Earth-Kind Roses |
| Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center and Orange County AgriLife Extension are sponsoring a... |
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| March 20, 2010 |
| What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Stronger |
| 9:30 - 10:30 am... |
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| March 21, 2010 |
| Ask a Master Gardener |
| Have you ever had a plant question that you couldn't find the answer to and just really didn't know... |
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| March 27, 2010 |
| Art in the Park |
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| March 28, 2010 |
| The Man Who Planted Trees |
| A captivating adaptation of Jean Giono's environmental cult classic. A French shepherd sets out... |
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| March 29, 2010 |
| Teacher Workshop: Butterfly Gardening with your Students |
| During this workshop, teachers will learn how to create a butterfly garden to attract both butterflies... |
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| March 29, 2010 |
| The Man Who Planted Trees |
| Monday and Tuesday, March 29, 30... |
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| March 30, 2010 |
| The Man Who Planted Trees |
| Monday and Tuesday, March 29, 30... |
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| April 3, 2010 |
| Gardening with the Three Sisters |
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9:30 - 10:30 am
According to Iroquois legend, corn, beans, and squash are three inseparable sisters that should always grow together. Traditionally, these three plants are planted on the same mound in order to create a sustainable garden. This week, we’ll look at why the Three Sisters method of gardening works so well, and learn how to create our own Three Sisters gardens. Seeds will be provided. Master Gardener President, Joyce Kennedy, will assist with this event. This program is intended for adults. This program will be held in the Children’s Garden. All seats reserved, seating is limited RSVP: (409) 670-9799. |
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| April 9, 2010 |
| Romeo and Juliet |
| Friday, April 9... |
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| April 10, 2010 |
| Teacher Workshop: Rocks & Dirt |
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We have everything you need to get "up to your elbows" in dirt! We'll make ribbons and rainbows, mud-shakes, and then we'll do the erosion shuffle. We'll also examine rocks and the rock cycle. Join us as we learn about soil color, texture, porosity, percolation, weathering, erosion, and rocks!
Saturday, April 10, 2010
9:00 am - 12 noon
3 CPE Credits
Reservations: 409.670.0803 |
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| April 10, 2010 |
| Milkweed Babies |
| 9:30 - 10:30 am... |
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| April 13, 2010 |
| Introduction to Floral Painting in Watercolor |
| In partnership with Lamar State College - Orange, the Stark Museum of Art offers a Floral Painting... |
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| April 17, 2010 |
| Beaming Energy |
| 9:30 - 10:30 am... |
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| April 17, 2010 |
| Chris Botti, In Concert |
| Trumpeter Chris Botti, a brilliant instrumentalist, a talented composer, and a charismatic performer... |
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| April 20, 2010 |
| Flowers, Art and Hammers! |
| Shangri La Volunteer, Sandra Hoke, and Environmental Education Intern, Allison Palser, will lead this... |
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| April 20, 2010 |
| Recycled Bags |
| Shangri La volunteers Annette Collinsworth and Alexine Adams will lead this class, teaching... |
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| April 20, 2010 |
| Star Party |
| Join us for a magical evening with the celestial wonders above us. The Astronomical Society of... |
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| April 21, 2010 |
| Make a Flower Press |
| 9:30 -11:30 am Environmental Educators, Noelle Jordan and Jayne Carlisle, will lead ... |
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| April 21, 2010 |
| Plant Propagation |
| 1:00 - 3:30 pm Cheryl Farmer, Production Greenhouse Supervisor, and Jennifer Buckner... |
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| April 22, 2010 |
| Make Your Own Paper |
| 9:30 - 11:30 am Educators, Ellen Wiemers and Mel Moreau, will be leading this program... |
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| April 22, 2010 |
| Composting 101 |
| 1:00 - 3:00 pm Volunteer, Sandra Hoke and Environmental Education Intern, Allison Palser, will... |
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| April 22, 2010 |
| Butterfly Release |
| 4:00 - 4:30 pm Approximately 400 butterflies native to this area will be released into Shangri... |
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| April 23, 2010 |
| Colors to Dye For |
| 9:30 - 11:30 am Educators, Noelle Jordan and Ellen Wiemers, will be leading this program. Come... |
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| April 23, 2010 |
| Cooking from the Garden |
| 1:00 - 3:00 pm Volunteer, Sandra Hoke, and Environmental Education Intern, Allison Palser... |
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| April 24, 2010 |
| Eco-Fest |
| 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Eco-Fest is an educational family event designed to combine learning and... |
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| April 25, 2010 |
| Miriam Lutcher Stark Contest in Reading and Declamation County Final |
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2 p.m. |
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| April 25, 2010 |
| Film Screening of The Curious Mister Catesby |
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Film Screen of The Curious Mister Catesby
Sunday, April 25, 4:30 - 6:30 pm
Education Center, 812 Green Avenue, Orange
This film documents the life of the 18th- century naturalist and artist Mark Catesby, whose "Natural History of the Carolinas, Florida and the Bahama Islands" is considered one of the greatest accomplishments in art and science relative to North America. Following the screening, light refreshments at the Museum and viewing of exhibition Blooms: Floral Art in the Stark Collections. Earth Week event.
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| May 1, 2010 |
| Nature's Drugstore |
| This Saturday Adventure Series will examine some common medicines and discuss their natural... |
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| May 8, 2010 |
| Shangri La Tea Party |
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09:30 - 10:30 am
Last year, our Tea Party was such a big hit that we’ve decided to do it again! Grab your floral hats and dainty gloves for another tasty tea class. This time, we’ll examine herbal teas that grow here at Shangri La or are available in your home gardens. We’ll also prepare a few varieties of herbal teas and taste-test them. In addition to our tea tasting, we’ll munch on a few summery snacks. This program is intended for adults and tea lovers! This program will be held in the Nature Discovery Center Lab. All seats reserved, seating is limited RSVP: (409) 670-9799. |
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| May 10, 2010 |
| Teacher Workshop: Science is a BLAST! |
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Come and learn fun hands-on experiments for physical and chemical science. These experiments will help explain science concepts and improve student attitudes towards science.
Monday, May 10, 2010
8:00 am - 12 noon
4 CPE Credits
Reservations 409.670.0803 |
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| May 15, 2010 |
| What's Growing in your Walls? |
| 9:30 - 10:30 am... |
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| May 18, 2010 |
| The Tulip Allure in Art and Horticulture |
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Roundtable Discussion of the Book The Tulip
Tuesday, May 18, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
In celebration of International Museum Day, the Museum will host a discussion of the bestseller The Tulip by Anna Pavord. A panel will lead discussion on connections between art, botany, economics, cultural history and social issues. Light refreshments. Organized in collaboration with Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center. In conjunction with Blooms: Floral Art in the Stark Collections.
The Tulip by Anna Pavord is available for purchase at the stores of the Stark Museum of Art and Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center. |
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| May 22, 2010 |
| Stalking Nature |
| 9:30 - 10:30 am... |
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| May 29, 2010 |
| What's in Your Makeup |
| 9:30 - 10:30 am ... |
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| June 26, 2010 |
| Car Show Featuring the Hupmobile and Model T truck |
| The W.H. Stark House and Orange Peel Out Car Club will host a car show with cars displayed at the... |
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| June 28, 2010 |
| Garden Gurus, 2010 Eco-Ranger Summer Camp |
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Do you like to dig in the dirt and watch plants grow? If so, then this camp is for you! Each day we will explore a different topic in the garden with games, hands-on activities, and crafts. We will tend the gardens of Shangri La, harvest ripe vegetables, conduct science experiments, learn how to compost, sing songs, play games, and much more. This camp will include a field trip to the Shangri La Production Greenhouse to learn gardening techniques and to see how all of our plants are grown for the garden.
June 28 - July 2, 2010
Grades 3 and 4
Applications available on the Shangri La web site www.shangrilagardens.org |
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| July 5, 2010 |
| Scat, Skins, and Skulls: 2010 Eco-Ranger Summer Camp |
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Animals are elusive, but they leave behind signs that tell us they were here. This week, we will study animal tracks and walking patterns, scat, skins, feathers, bones, and many other animal signs. We will learn how to interpret these signs to learn more about the lifestyles of our local wildlife. Campers will play games, dissect scat, and conduct observational studies. Come learn the secrets of our bobcats, rabbits, beavers, and other animals that call Shangri La home!
July 5 - 9, 2010
Grades 5 and 6
Application forms on the Shangri La website www.shangrilagardens.org |
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| July 26, 2010 |
| Flocks of Feathered Friends: 2010 Eco-Ranger Summer Camp |
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In partnership with the Stark Museum of Art
Join us for bird week! We will study these flying creatures at Shangri La, learn their names and draw them in our nature journals. Campers will learn about famous naturalist-artist John James Audubon, who loved to draw birds. We will visit the Stark Museum of Art to see Audubon's art and learn about his printmaking process. Then, campers will make a book of the birds of Shangri La using their own drawings of our feathered friends. Campers will play bird games, learn about birding, and try printmaking techniques.
July 19-23, 2010
Grades 6, 7 and 8
Application forms on the Shangri La web site www.shangrilagardens.org |
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| July 26, 2010 |
| Living Landscapes: 2010 Eco-Ranger Summer Camp |
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In partnership with the Stark Museum of Art
Come explore the extraordinary ecosystems of Shangri La! Campers will visit four different ecosystems this week, where they will do experiments, take soil samples, and learn about the plants and animals that depend on the land. Then we'll visit the Stark Museum of Art and examine how artists portray different landscapes. Campers will be introduced to basic painting techniques and have a chance to make their own landscape masterpieces. |
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| August 2, 2010 |
| Colors to Dye For |
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In partnership with the Stark Museum of Art
Come discover the wonders of the plants around us and the colors they give artists. During this camp, we will explore the Elements of Art and create weavings from natural dyes and plant materials. Students will learn to spin their own yarn and make their own dyes for their weaving project. We will learn about plant life, experiments with dyes, and gather natural materials at Shangri La. At the Stark Museum of Art we will take inspiration from the Southwest weaving collection, look at Native American traditions, and tour the works of naturalist-artists.
August 2 - 6, 2010
Grades 4 and 5
Application forms on Shangri La web site www.shangrilagardens.org |
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| October 4, 2010 |
| Frances Ann Lutcher, The Orchid Lady |
| Ellen Rienstra and Jo Ann Stiles will be speaking on Frances Ann Lutcher, The Orchid Lady at the... |
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| December 14, 2010 |
| W.H. Stark House Holiday Open House |
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Tuesday, December 14 and Thursday, December 16
5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Get into the holiday spirit with the annual Holiday Open House hosted by The W.H. Stark House. The event is open to visitors of all ages and includes complimentary admission, first floor tours, holiday music and décor |
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| December 16, 2010 |
| W.H. Stark House Holiday Open House |
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Tuesday, December 14 and Thursday, December 16
5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Get into the holiday spirit with the annual Holiday Open House hosted by The W.H. Stark House. The event is open to visitors of all ages and includes complimentary admission, first floor tours, holiday music and décor |
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| March 9, 2010 |
| Basic Beekeeping Workshop |
| Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center is presenting a free workshop on the basics of... |
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| March 7, 2010 |
| Ask a Master Gardener |
| Have you ever had a plant question that you couldn't find the answer to and just really didn't know... |
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| March 6, 2010 |
| Do You Shutter When It Comes To Nature? |
| 9:30 - 10:30 am... |
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| March 4, 2010 |
| Sculpture Dedication and Conversation with Artist Dan Ostermiller |
| Sculpture Dedication and Conversation with Artist Dan Ostermiller... |
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| February 28, 2010 |
| Ask a Master Gardener |
| Have you ever had a plant question that you couldn't find the answer to and just really didn't know... |
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| February 27, 2010 |
| What's Eating your Plants? |
| 10:30 - 11:30 am... |
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| February 22, 2010 |
| S.O.A.R. Bird Program |
| 10:30 am and 12:00 pm... |
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| February 22, 2010 |
| S.O.A.R. Bird Program |
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10:30 am and 12:00 pm
Target Audience: PreK - 1st Grade
Admission: $1.00 per person donation to S.O.A.R., Inc.
Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center is sponsoring this wonderful opportunity to see birds of prey up close. The Eagle Lady, also known as Doris Mager from S.O.A.R., Inc. (Saving Our American Raptors), will present a moving and memorable performance with her fascinating collection of birds of prey! She will educate us on the need to protect these birds. During the program, you might meet "E.T.," a Great Horned Owl, "Cara," a Crested Caracara and "Tex," an Eastern Screech Owl. Some of these birds will actually soar through the audience!
Tickets go on sale on December 1, 2009. Reservations and donations must be received by January 15, 2010. Call 409.670.0803 to make reservations for this event. |
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| February 20, 2010 |
| Raptors of Shangri La |
| 10:30 - 11:30 am... |
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| February 18, 2010 |
| Leading Ladies, Montana Repertory Theater |
| A hilarious comedy by the creator of Lend Me A Tenor and Moon Over Buffalo. Two English... |
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| February 16, 2010 |
| S.O.A.R. Bird Program |
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7:00 pm
Target Audience: All ages are invited
Admission: $1.00 per person donation to S.O.A.R., Inc.
Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center is sponsoring a wonderful opportunity to see birds of prey up close. The Eagle Lady, also known as Doris Mager from S.O.A.R., Inc. (Saving Our American Raptors), will present a moving and memorable performance with her fascinating collection of birds of prey! She will educate us on the need to protect these birds. During the program, you might meet "E.T.," a Great Horned Owl, "Cara," a Crested Caracara and "Tex," an Eastern Screech Owl. Some of these birds will actually soar through the audience!
Tickets go on sale on December 1, 2009. Reservations and donations must be received by January 15, 2010. Call 409.670.0803 to make reservations for this event.
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| February 15, 2010 |
| S.O.A.R. Bird Program |
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10:30 am and 12:30 pm
Target Audience: All ages are invited
Admission: $1.00 per person donation to S.O.A.R., Inc.
Location: Lutcher Theater, 707 Main Street, Orange, TX 77630
Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center is sponsoring a wonderful opportunity to see birds of prey up close. The Eagle Lady, also known as Doris Mager from S.O.A.R., Inc. (Saving Our American Raptors), will present a moving and memorable performance with her fascinating collection of birds of prey! She will educate us on the need to protect these birds. During the program, you might meet "E.T.," a Great Horned Owl, "Cara," a Crested Caracara and "Tex," an Eastern Screech Owl. Some of these birds will actually soar through the audience!
Tickets go on sale on December 1, 2009. Reservations and donations must be received by January 15, 2010. Call 409.670.0803 to make reservations for this event.
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| February 13, 2010 |
| Discovering the Wetlands |
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10:30 - 11:30 am
Throughout the world, wetlands are in danger of disappearing. They are drained for agricultural use and real estate development, or they are flooded for recreation. As of 1993, half of the world’s wetlands have been destroyed. This Saturday, we will look at different types of wetlands, and discuss why they are so important for the planet. This program is intended for all ages. This program will be held in the Nature Discovery Center Lab. All seats reserved, seating is limited RSVP: (409) 670-9799. |
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| February 9, 2010 |
| Carriage House Re-Opening |
| The W.H. Stark House Carriage House reopens to the public on Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at 9 A.M. ... |
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| February 7, 2010 |
| Painting in the Landscape Workshop |
| In partnership with Lamar State College - Orange, the Stark Museum of Art offers a landscape painting... |
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| February 6, 2010 |
| Community Trash Off |
| For 15 years, residents of Orange County gather on the first Saturday in February to do their part to... |
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| January 30, 2010 |
| Can You Feel the Earth Move Under Your Feet? |
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10:30 - 11:30 am
In this program, Howard Bailey, a teacher at Vidor High School, will talk in detail about the movement of continents on a geological scale. He will explain the production of earthquakes, volcanoes, as well as the rock cycle. This program is intended for all ages. This program will be held in the Nature Discovery Center Lab. All seats reserved, seating is limited RSVP: (409) 670-9799. |
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| January 30, 2010 |
| Entwined across the Ages: Illuminated Manuscipts and Tapestries |
| November 21, 2009 – January 30, 2010... |
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| January 30, 2010 |
| Wonderful Weavings Family Day |
| 10 a.m. – 2 p.m... |
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| January 23, 2010 |
| Saving Wildlife in Crisis |
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11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Wildlife rehabilitation starts with you, the concerned animal lover. On this adventure, we’ll talk about the community of caregivers responsible for keeping injured wildlife safe and able to rejoin their habitats after an injury. Becky Webb, a local wildlife rehabilitator, will talk about her unusual job. Live animals may be present. This program is intended for all ages. This program will be held at 11:30. This program will be held in the Nature Discovery Center Lab. All seats reserved, seating is limited RSVP: (409) 670-9799. |
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| January 22, 2010 |
| Presentation: Making Tapestry an American Art: |
| Presentation: Making Tapestry an American Art: The Legacy of Lorentz Kleiser ... |
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| January 21, 2010 |
| Teacher Workshop: Science is a BLAST! |
| Come and learn fun hands-on experiments for physical and chemical science. These experiments... |
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| January 19, 2010 |
| Goodnight Moon & The Runaway Bunny |
| A celebration of familiar nighttime rituals, both tales feature endearing rabbit characters, and the... |
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| January 17, 2010 |
| Goodnight Moon & the Runaway Bunny |
| GOODNIGHT MOON is a celebration of familiar nighttime rituals, while THE RUNAWAY BUNNY's pretend tale... |
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| January 16, 2010 |
| Coal Miners and Oil Diggers |
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10:30 - 11:30 am
This program will discuss the history of the Appalachian of coal mining and the impacts it has had on the culture and environment. There will also be a discussion of the oil industry and the impact of the oil reserves on the history of southeast Texas. It will combine culture, history, and the environment as two unique cultures are compared. This program is intended for adults. This program will be held in Discovery Theater. All seats reserved, seating is limited RSVP: (409) 670-9799. |
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| January 11, 2010 |
| Frog and Toad |
| A hit on Broadway, A Year With Frog and Toad was nominated for 3 Tony Awards - including Best Musical... |
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| January 9, 2010 |
| Make an Impact! |
| 10:30 - 11:30 am... |
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| December 31, 2009 |
| Entwined across the Ages: Illuminated Manuscipts and Tapestries |
| November 21, 2009 – January 30, 2010... |
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| December 19, 2009 |
| All about Mushrooms with Expert David Louis |
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10:30 - 11:30 am
World renowned mushroom expert, David Louis, will give a detailed talk about local fungi and their impact on our environment. Join us for this wonderful and informative session, the last in our series on mushrooms. This program is intended for adults. |
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| December 17, 2009 |
| Holiday Exhibition Celebration |
| In coordination with the Holiday Open House of The W.H. Stark House, the Stark Museum of Art will host... |
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| December 17, 2009 |
| W.H. Stark House Holiday Open House |
| Get into the holiday spirit with the annual Holiday Open House hosted by The W.H. Stark House Tuesday... |
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| December 15, 2009 |
| Christmas Caroling at Shangri La |
| Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center likes to celebrate Christmas with some traditional... |
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| December 15, 2009 |
| W.H. Stark House Holiday Open House Tours |
| Get into the holiday spirit with the annual Holiday Open House hosted by The W.H. Stark House Tuesday... |
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| December 15, 2009 |
| Holiday Exhibition Celebration |
| In coordination with the Holiday Open House of The W.H. Stark House, the Stark Museum of Art will host... |
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| December 14, 2009 |
| Jim Brickman "Beautiful World" Christmas |
| America's most popular piano artist in the true spirit of Christmas! "A crowd pleaser... |
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| December 12, 2009 |
| Sporadic Spores |
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10:30 - 11:30 am
Did you know that the largest spore is still smaller than the smallest seed? This week, we’ll get up-close and personal with spores. Check out spores under the microscope, and make a colorful spore print for someone you love! Learn everything you ever wanted to know about spores, and more! This program is intended for families. |
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| December 8, 2009 |
| Christmas Caroling at Shangri La |
| Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center likes to celebrate Christmas with some traditional... |
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| December 6, 2009 |
| The Wizard of Oz, National Tour |
| This lavish production, features breathtaking special effects, dazzling choreography and classic songs... |
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| December 5, 2009 |
| The Wizard of Oz, National Tour |
| This lavish production, features breathtaking special effects, dazzling choreography and classic songs... |
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| December 5, 2009 |
| Fungi with a Fun-gal |
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10:30 - 11:30 am
This Saturday, we’ll take a look at the wide and delicious world of mushrooms. We will discuss different local species of fabulous fungus, and then collect some to study while we munch on fungus from the grocery store. Bring your baskets, forks, and a healthy appetite for this fabulous fungi time! This program is intended for families. |
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| December 3, 2009 |
| Chasing George Washington |
| Thursday, December 3... |
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| December 1, 2009 |
| Christmas Caroling at Shangri La |
| Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center likes to celebrate Christmas with some traditional... |
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| November 28, 2009 |
| Studying the Night Sky |
| Did you know that the typical lifetime of a star is 10,000,000,000 years?! After exploring the... |
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| November 22, 2009 |
| Riverdance The Farewell Tour |
| Don't miss it. It is your last chance. The thunderous celebration of Irish music, song and... |
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| November 21, 2009 |
| Riverdance The Farewell Tour |
| Don't miss it. It is your last chance. The thunderous celebration of Irish music, song and... |
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| November 21, 2009 |
| Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star |
| 10:30 - 11:30 am... |
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| November 21, 2009 |
| Entwined across the Ages: Illuminated Manuscipts and Tapestries |
| November 21, 2009 – January 30, 2010... |
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| November 20, 2009 |
| Riverdance The Farewell Tour! |
| Don't miss it. It is your last chance. The thunderous celebration of Irish music, song and... |
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| November 20, 2009 |
| Exhibition Preview Entwined across the Ages |
| Special preview of exhibition Entwined across the Ages: illuminated Manuscripts and Tapestries... |
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| November 14, 2009 |
| Howling at the Moon |
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10:30 - 11:30 am
Wolves in Texas? Not any more. In the 20th century, Texas was one of the last wolf strongholds, as these animals were systematically eradicated in many states across the U.S. However, the last wild wolves in Texas were killed in 1970. This Saturday, join us to discover the history of wolves and their important role in our ecosystems. This program is intended for families. |
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| November 14, 2009 |
| Autumn Fair |
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Celebrate the closing of Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center's Scarecrow Festival with a grand fair. Vote for favorite scarecrow before the winners are announced at 2 pm. Adults and children will have a wonderful time with games, face painting, making crafts, enjoying themed boat rides, pumpkin painting, owls, or attending a variety of presentations.
Presentations will include:
J Scotts Aflorist - Autumn arrangements 10:30 - 11:30
Allison Palser - Howling at the Moon 10:30 - 11:30
Cody Conway - Crazy reptile creatures 1:00 - 2:00
Mel Moreau - Hoot and Holler presentation 2:00 - 2:30
Mel Moreau - Bat presentation 3:00 - 4:00
Participate in games and crafts such as pumpkin decoration, gourd bowling, pine cone bird feeders, character leaf rubbings, scarecrow relay race, corn husk toss, making a pig apple, and an autumn obstacle course.
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| November 14, 2009 |
| Scarecrow Festival |
| Scarecrow Festival... |
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| November 13, 2009 |
| Peter and the Wolf |
| Friday, November 13... |
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| November 10, 2009 |
| Reception for Educators |
| Tuesday, November 10, 2009... |
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| November 10, 2009 |
| Strega Nona The Musical |
| Tuesday, November 10... |
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| November 7, 2009 |
| Too Drab to Catch a Mate? |
| 10:30 - 11:30 am... |
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| October 31, 2009 |
| Shangri La Tea Party |
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9:30 - 10:30 am
We won’t be dumping our tea into the bayou on this adventure! Instead, you’re invited to put on your favorite floral hat, grab your tea cup, and come over to the garden. We will sample several homemade teas (and enjoy a few tea cakes too)! As we stroll through the gardens, we will identify plants that produce wonderful teas. Then we will share tips on how to collect and dry leaves. This program is intended for adults and tea lovers! |
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| October 30, 2009 |
| Remember Me |
| David Parsons Dance & East Village Opera Company presents a thoroughly modern re-telling of a... |
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| October 30, 2009 |
| Parsons Dance |
| Friday, October 30... |
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| October 26, 2009 |
| Lyle Lovett and his Large Band |
| Lyle Lovett and His Large Band - Lyle Lovett is one of the all-time great American singer-songwriters... |
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| October 24, 2009 |
| Bees Are What They Eat |
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9:30 - 10:30 am
Did you know that a bee’s diet will determine the role it plays in the hive? Come explore what life is like in a beehive. Participants will play games, look at the world through bee goggles, and sample some honey! Mind that sweet tooth because when you’re a bee, you are what you eat! This program is intended for families. |
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| October 22, 2009 |
| Star Party |
| Join Shangri La Botanical Gardens for a magical evening with the celestial wonders above us. The... |
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| October 21, 2009 |
| Most Valuable Player |
| Wednesday, October 21... |
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| October 17, 2009 |
| Fall Family Day |
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10 am - 2 pm
Join the Stark Museum of Art for new family tours, drawing and printmaking, stories, prizes, refreshments and more! Free for all ages.
Fall Family Day is one of the last weekends to view the exhibition Pistols: Dazzling Firearms at the Stark Museum of Art.
Pistols: Dazzling Firearms was organized by the Museum of the American West, Autry National Center, Los Angeles, California, and is on view at the Stark Museum through October 24.
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| October 17, 2009 |
| Walking With Nature |
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9:30 - 10:30 am
John Muir said, “In every walk with nature one receives more than he seeks.” In this program, participants will explore our beautiful world and discuss how important it is to respect and protect it. We will compose poetry to express the magic and wonder of Shangri La, and enjoy selections from John Muir, Edward Abbey, and Aldo Leopold. This program is intended for children over 13 and adults. |
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| October 13, 2009 |
| Guided Tours of the Exhibition Greenhouses |
| October 13 - October 17 (Held Daily... |
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| October 10, 2009 |
| Orchid Jewels of East Texas |
| 1 p.m... |
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| October 10, 2009 |
| Growing Orchids in the Gulf Coast Area |
| 10 am... |
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| October 10, 2009 |
| Orchid Festival |
| Orchid Festival... |
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| October 10, 2009 |
| Monarchs on the Move |
| 9:30 -10:30 am... |
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| October 3, 2009 |
| Dancing with the Seasons |
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9:30 - 10:30 am
People dance to celebrate accomplishments, to express emotions, and to bring on change. The Alabama-Coushatta Indian tribe will celebrate this season of harvest and plenty at Shangri La. Come listen to stories that have been passed down through generations of oral tradition, and enjoy a spectacular traditional dance. This program is intended for families. |
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| September 29, 2009 |
| Tuesday Evening Stroll |
| Shangri La Members are invited to enjoy an evening stroll at Shangri La. The gardens will open... |
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| September 26, 2009 |
| Museum Day |
| The Stark Museum of Art and W.H. Stark House will participate in the fifth annual Museum Day... |
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| September 26, 2009 |
| Dedication of the Children's Garden |
| 9:30 am... |
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| September 24, 2009 |
| Take A Child Outside Week |
| Take a Child Outside Week... |
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| September 22, 2009 |
| Yard Art and Handmade Places: Extraordinary Expressions of Home |
| Discover the fascinating world of yard art in Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center's Beat... |
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| September 19, 2009 |
| Painting in the Landscape Workshop |
| Saturdays, September 19 – October 10, 2 p.m. – 4:30 p.m... |
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| September 19, 2009 |
| Snake or Serpent |
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9:30 - 10:30 am
Snakes have a bad reputation that they just don’t deserve! Join us for an exciting adventure into the mythology and mystery of snakes. During this program, you will meet some live local and exotic snakes. You will leave knowing that the snake in your backyard isn’t a monster on the prowl at all! This program is intended for children over 12 and adults. |
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| September 19, 2009 |
| Memory Walk for Alzheimer's Association |
| Memory Walk is the nation's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer care, support and... |
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| September 15, 2009 |
| Black Bears in Texas |
| Black bears are the focus of Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center's September 15, 2009 Beat... |
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| August 21, 2009 |
| Teacher Workshop |
| Workshop Title: Developing a Sense of Wonder... |
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| August 19, 2009 |
| Teacher Workshop |
| Call 409-670-0803 to register for this workshop. Space is limited to 20 teachers. This... |
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| August 18, 2009 |
| Evening Stroll for Shangri La Members |
| Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center opens its gates from 6:00 p.m. to dusk for members to... |
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| August 17, 2009 |
| Antique Jewelry Lecture |
| W.H. Stark House Lecture... |
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| August 13, 2009 |
| Annie Oakley Book Talk |
| Annie Oakley Book Talk... |
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| August 12, 2009 |
| Wild Wednesday |
| Take Home Memories, Leave Only Footprints... |
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| August 11, 2009 |
| Polar Explorer Eric Larsen |
| Acclaimed polar explorer Eric Larsen will visit the Lutcher Theater Tuesday, August 11 at 7:00 p.m. to... |
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| August 5, 2009 |
| Wild Wednesday |
| Nature's Way with Words... |
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| August 3, 2009 |
| Stepping Back in Time |
| Summer Camp... |
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| July 31, 2009 |
| Presentation: American Gun Engraving during Its Golden Age |
| Internationally recognized as one of the world's leading arms historians, Herbert G. Houze will... |
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| July 29, 2009 |
| Wild Wednesday |
| Hurricanes and other Natural Disasters: Effects and History... |
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| July 28, 2009 |
| Evening Stroll for Shangri La Members |
| Every Tuesday night during the summer, Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center opens its gates... |
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| July 27, 2009 |
| Colors to Dye For |
| Summer Camp... |
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| July 22, 2009 |
| Wild Wednesday |
| Survival of the Fittest: Plant Style... |
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| July 21, 2009 |
| Evening Stroll for Shangri La Members |
| Every Tuesday night during the summer, Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center opens its gates... |
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| July 20, 2009 |
| Wild Birds |
| Summer Camp... |
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| July 18, 2009 |
| Dazzling Family Day |
| Saturday, July 18, 10 am – 2pm... |
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| July 15, 2009 |
| Wild Wednesday |
| Temporary Art... |
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| July 14, 2009 |
| Evening Stroll for Shangri La Members |
| Every Tuesday night during the summer, Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center opens its gates... |
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| July 13, 2009 |
| What's Bugging You? |
| Summer Camp... |
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| July 8, 2009 |
| Wild Wednesday |
| Fraternal Twins... |
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| July 7, 2009 |
| Evening Stroll For Shangri La Members |
| Every Tuesday night during the summer, Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center opens its gates... |
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| July 6, 2009 |
| Garden Guru |
| Summer Camp... |
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| July 4, 2009 |
| July 4th Celebration |
| Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center will be open from 9:00 am - 8:30 pm. In ... |
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| July 1, 2009 |
| Wild Wednesday |
| Bats... |
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| June 30, 2009 |
| Evening Stroll for Shangri La Members |
| Every Tuesday night during the summer, Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center opens its gates... |
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| June 27, 2009 |
| Exhibition Celebration |
| June 27, 2009 - 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm... |
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| June 27, 2009 |
| Car Show |
| W.H. Stark House in Partnership with Orange Peel Out Car Club... |
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| June 24, 2009 |
| Wild Wednesday |
| Wild Wednesdays... |
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| June 23, 2009 |
| Evening Stroll for Shangri La Members |
| Every Tuesday night during the summer, Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center opens its gates... |
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| June 20, 2009 |
| Pistols: Dazzling Firearms |
| In Pistols: Dazzling Firearms, fifty exceptional American firearms illustrate how art, historical... |
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| June 17, 2009 |
| Wild Wednesday |
| The Wild Wednesday Program is a series of educational programs offered during the summer. These... |
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| June 16, 2009 |
| Evening Stroll for Shangri La Members |
| Every Tuesday night during the summer, Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center opens its gates... |
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| June 10, 2009 |
| Wild Wednesday |
| The Wild Wednesday Program is a series of educational programs offered during the summer. These... |
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| June 9, 2009 |
| Evening Stroll for Shangri La Members |
| Every Tuesday night during the summer, Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center opens its gates... |
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| June 3, 2009 |
| Wild Wednesday |
| Wild Wednesdays... |
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| June 2, 2009 |
| Evening Stroll for Shangri La Members |
| Every Tuesday night during the summer, Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center opens its gates... |
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| May 25, 2009 |
| Memorial Day Observance |
| Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center will be open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm... |
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| May 24, 2009 |
| Stark Museum of Art May 24 Special Open Hours |
| The Stark Museum of Art will be open to public for special hours on Sunday, May 24, from 1:00 pm until... |
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| May 23, 2009 |
| Towering Beauties - Saturday Adventure Series |
| All around us the beauty of nature towers above. This adult program will focus on tree... |
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| May 20, 2009 |
| Julian Onderdonk Spotlight/Brown Bag Lunch |
| Noon... |
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| May 16, 2009 |
| Animal Tracking - Saturday Adventure Series |
| Bring the entire family and come learn valuable animal tracking skills! Most critters are great... |
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| May 9, 2009 |
| Dinosaurs in the Bayou - Saturday Adventure Series |
| "Are there alligators in the bayou?” Yes, there are! As we observe our latest... |
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| May 2, 2009 |
| What's My Home? - Saturday Adventure Series |
| All animals need shelter as part of their habitat, and in this family oriented program, we will talk... |
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| May 1, 2009 |
| Lutcher Theater Patrons Reception and Gallery Spotlight |
| 5 to 7 pm... |
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| May 1, 2009 |
| Drowsy Chaperone |
| May 1, 7:30 PM... |
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| April 26, 2009 |
| Miriam Lutcher Stark Contest in Reading and Declamation |
| Countywide Final - 3:00 pm... |
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| April 25, 2009 |
| Don't Kill That Bee! - Saturday Adventure Series |
| Almost everywhere you look outside you can see the result of pollination. Bees and wasps are two... |
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| April 25, 2009 |
| Eco Fest |
| April 25, 2009... |
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| April 21, 2009 |
| Living Green with Ed |
| 6:30 pm... |
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| April 21, 2009 |
| Earth Week |
| Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center invites you to celebrate Earth Week with five days of... |
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| April 18, 2009 |
| Spring Family Day |
| April 28, 2009, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM... |
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| April 18, 2009 |
| What is the Weather? - Saturday Adventure Series |
| This family program will explore basic knowledge and interpretation of the many factors that... |
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| April 11, 2009 |
| Turtle vs. Tortoise - Saturday Adventure Series |
| During the family program, you will not only see these amazing critters up close, but you’ll... |
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| April 10, 2009 |
| The Ten Tenors |
| April 10, 8:00 PM... |
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| April 4, 2009 |
| Bird Walk - Saturday Adventure Series |
| During this adult program, we will walk approximately one mile as we search for birds. We will... |
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| April 3, 2009 |
| S.O.A.R. Bird Program |
| A wonderful opportunity to see birds of prey up close. The Eagle Lady, also known as Doris Mager... |
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| April 1, 2009 |
| Easter Display at The W.H. Stark House |
| The first floor of the W.H. Stark House has been decorated fro Easter with W.H. Stark family china... |
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| April 1, 2009 |
| Cirque Eloize Nebbia |
| April 1-2, 7:30 PM... |
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| March 31, 2009 |
| Star Party |
| Star Party... |
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| March 30, 2009 |
| Mufaro’s Beautiful Daughters |
| March 30, 9:30 AM & 11:30 AM... |
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| March 28, 2009 |
| Art in the Park |
| In celebration of art and nature, The W.H. Stark House, the Stark Museum of Art and Shangri La... |
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| March 14, 2009 |
| To Kill a Mockingbird |
| March 14, 7:30 PM... |
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| March 8, 2009 |
| Southeast Texas Reads! |
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Join a State wide effort to promote reading To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. A special reading of a passage of the book will take place on Sunday, March 8, 2009 at 2:00 pm in Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Classroom amphitheater. Prior to the reading, Michael Hoke, Shangri La Managing Director will give a brief talk about mockingbirds. There will be a short discussion of the passage after the reading.
Requires paid admission to gardens or garden membership. |
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| March 7, 2009 |
| Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center Reopens |
| Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center will resume normal hours of operations beginning... |
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| March 6, 2009 |
| Shangri La Members Only Preview |
| For Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center Members and their guests only! You are... |
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| March 4, 2009 |
| Spotlight on the Mockingbird in Art |
| In conjunction with The Big Read of To Kill a Mockingbird, the Stark Museum of Art will host a program... |
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| March 4, 2009 |
| Menopause the Musical |
| March 4-6, 7:30 PM, March 7, 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM... |
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| February 28, 2009 |
| Painting in the Landscape Workshop |
| In partnership with Lamar State College - Orange... |
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| February 27, 2009 |
| Southeast Texas Reads! |
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Join a State wide effort to promote reading To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. Southeast Texas Reads! begins Friday, February 27, 2009 with a reception at the Lutcher Theater from 5:00 - 6:30 pm. Light refreshments will be served. Purchase a copy of the book for $5.00 and "I'm Reading To Kill a Mockingbird" button. |
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| February 25, 2009 |
| The Musical Adventure of Flat Stanley |
| February 25, 9:30 AM & 11:30 AM... |
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| February 20, 2009 |
| Teacher Workshop: STARLAB |
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The STARLAB is a portable planetarium capable of holding up to 28 students. Inside, a projector shows the night sky devoid of light pollutants. In addition to teaching about constellations, planets, moon phases, and mythology, teachers can also engage in cross-curriculum teaching using cylinders on the continental drift, geography, and the human cell.
Each year, Shangri La sponsors workshops to allow teachers to develop the expertise to use this resource in their classrooms. After their training, teachers are allowed free use of the STARLAB at schools throughout the region, as it is easy to set up and transport to schools.
To reserve a seat at the workshop or for more information call 409.670.9113.
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| February 18, 2009 |
| blues journey |
| February 18, 9:30 AM & 11:30 AM... |
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| February 12, 2009 |
| Miss Bindergarten |
| February 12, 9:30 AM & 11:30 AM... |
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| February 10, 2009 |
| Mark Twain Tonight-Starring Hal Holbrook |
| February 10, 7:30 PM... |
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| February 10, 2009 |
| Bluebonnets and Beyond: Julian Onderdonk, American Impressionist (Stark Museum) |
| Organized by the Dallas Museum of Art, this exhibition celebrates the work of a great landscape artist... |
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| February 7, 2009 |
| Community Trash Off |
| Shangri La staff is busily preparing for the annual Community Trash Off, which will be held on... |
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| February 6, 2009 |
| Presentation: Chase-ing the Landscape |
| Dr. William Rudolph... |
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| January 20, 2009 |
| Stellaluna |
| January 20, 9:30 AM & 11:30 AM... |
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| January 14, 2009 |
| Drumline Live |
| January 14-15, 7:30 PM... |
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| January 3, 2009 |
| Winter Family Day (Stark Museum of Art) |
| January 3, 2009 – 10 AM - 2 PM... |
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| December 18, 2008 |
| Annual Holiday Open House |
| Get into the holiday spirit with the annual Holiday Open House hosted by The W.H. Stark House Tuesday... |
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| December 18, 2008 |
| The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee |
| December 18, 7:30 PM... |
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| December 16, 2008 |
| Annual Holiday Open House |
| Get into the holiday spirit with the annual Holiday Open House hosted by The W.H. Stark House Tuesday... |
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| December 6, 2008 |
| Presentation: Stark Museum of Art 1978: A Reminiscence |
| By Dr. Julie Schimmel... |
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| December 4, 2008 |
| Jason and the Argonauts |
| December 4, 9:30 AM & 11:30 AM... |
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| November 30, 2008 |
| Oliver |
| November 30, 3:00 PM... |
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| November 29, 2008 |
| 30th Anniversary Open House |
| November 29, 2008 ─ 2 – 4 PM... |
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| November 21, 2008 |
| 100 Years of Hollywood |
| November 21, 7:30 PM... |
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| November 20, 2008 |
| Presentation: Medieval Books and Their Readers |
| Presentation: Medieval Books and Their Readers... |
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| November 20, 2008 |
| Pictured Prayers: Medieval Books of Hours exhibition (Stark Museum) |
| In honor of the Christmas season, illuminated manuscripts from the Stark Museum of Art collections... |
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| November 15, 2008 |
| A Ride with Bob with Asleep at the Wheel |
| November 14-15, 7:30 PM... |
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| November 14, 2008 |
| A Ride with Bob with Asleep at the Wheel |
| November 14-15, 7:30 PM... |
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| November 10, 2008 |
| The Very Hungry Caterpillar and other Eric Carle Favorites |
| November 10, 9:30 AM & 11:30 AM... |
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| November 8, 2008 |
| Fall Family Day |
| Rescheduled Event... |
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| November 4, 2008 |
| Thirtieth Anniversary Treasures (Stark Museum) |
| November 4, 2008 - January 6, 2009... |
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| November 2, 2008 |
| Tuna Does Vegas |
| Friday, 10/31 at 7:30pm; Saturday, 11/1 at 2:00pm and 7:30pm; Sunday, 11/2 at 3:00pm... |
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| November 1, 2008 |
| Tuna Does Vegas |
| Friday, 10/31 at 7:30pm; Saturday, 11/1 at 2:00pm and 7:30pm; Sunday, 11/2 at 3:00pm... |
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| October 31, 2008 |
| Tuna Does Vegas |
| Friday, 10/31 at 7:30pm; Saturday, 11/1 at 2:00pm and 7:30pm; Sunday, 11/2 at 3:00pm... |
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| October 14, 2008 |
| The Pajama Game |
| October 14, 7:30 PM... |
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| October 10, 2008 |
| The Gruffalo |
| October 10, 9:30 AM & 11:30 AM... |
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| October 3, 2008 |
| Office Relocation Notice |
| The Stark Foundation office has been temporarily relocated due to damage to its original location at... |
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| September 16, 2008 |
| Notice of Suspension of Grants |
| Please visit the Grants page for details... |
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| September 1, 2008 |
| 2008-2009 Field Trip Registration for Non-Orange County Teachers |
| Beginning September 1, teachers outside Orange County can register for field trips for the 2008-2009... |
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| August 26, 2008 |
| Beat the Heat Presentation: Hummingbirds of Texas |
| Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center presents the first installment of its 2008 Beat the... |
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| August 23, 2008 |
| Mysteries Beneath: Freshwater Fish |
| August 23, 9:00 AM –10 AM... |
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| August 18, 2008 |
| 2008-2009 Field Trip Registration |
| Beginning August 18, teachers in Orange County can register for field trips for the 2008-2009 school... |
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| August 13, 2008 |
| Wild Wednesday: Sensory Walk |
| August 13, 2008, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM... |
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| August 6, 2008 |
| Wild Wednesday: History of Shangri La and Garden Walk |
| August 6, 2008, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM... |
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| July 30, 2008 |
| Wild Wednesday: Friend or Foe – Snake ID |
| July 30, 2008, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM... |
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| July 23, 2008 |
| Wild Wednesday: LEEDing to a Green Future |
| July 23, 2008, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM... |
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| July 16, 2008 |
| Wild Wednesday – Web World: Spiders |
| July 16, 2008, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM... |
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| July 12, 2008 |
| Feathers in the Sky |
| July 12, 2008, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM... |
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| July 9, 2008 |
| Wild Wednesday: Alien Invaders |
| July 9, 2008, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM... |
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| June 26, 2008 |
| John James Audubon: In the Wild Presentation (Stark Museum) |
| The Stark Museum of Art will host a presentation of John James Audubon: In the Wild on Thursday, June... |
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| March 15, 2008 |
| Celebrate Shangri La Exhibition (Stark Museum) |
| In honor of the opening of Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center, this exhibition features... |
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