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		<description>This Week at the Garden</description>
		<copyright>Copyright 2006-2007 The New York Botanical Garden</copyright>
		<pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 01:51:26 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Japanese Autumn Adventures ]]></title>
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				<description><![CDATA[During Kiku in the Japanese Autumn Garden,  take part in fun and educational children’s programming.
Discover fascinating Japanese traditions and celebrate the ancient art of kiku (chrysanthemum) through fun, hands-on family activities. Slip into a silky kimono or a happi coat and explore a child-sized Japanese teahouse. On weekends children can even participate in a traditional tea ceremony.
 
 10/17/2009 - 11/15/2009: Tue–Fri, 1:30–5:30 p.m.; Sat–Sun, 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Featured Event: Kiku in the Japanese Autumn Garden ]]></title>
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				<description><![CDATA[Share in the time-honored tradition of Japanese
flower viewing at this exhibition, which showcases the spectacular autumn landscapes of Japanese gardens with scarlet maples, golden bamboos against the backdrop of emerald conifers and blue skies. Chrysanthemums in traditional and contemporary styles are on display along with the always intriguing bonsai.  10/17/2009 - 11/15/2009 ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Greenmarket ]]></title>
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				<link>http://www.nybg.org/plan_your_visit/event_detail.php?id_event=2393</link>
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				<description><![CDATA[Affordable, locally grown produce along with fresh and nutritious baked goods are available each week at the Greenmarket. Take part in cooking or gardening demonstrations, take a fitness walk around the Garden, and learn more about the nutritional and health benefits of gardening and eating locally. Every Wednesday and Saturday at noon, find out about composting, recycling, growing vegetables, and more during lunchtime demonstrations. 
 6/17/2009 - 11/14/2009Wednesdays, Saturdays: All day ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Ex Libris:Treasures from the LuEsther T. Mertz Library ]]></title>
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				<description><![CDATA[Considered to be one of the world’s greatest repositories of botanical and horticultural literature, the Mertz Library houses a treasury of published and archival documents that trace the development of botany and horticulture from the 12th century to the present day.Drawing from this wealth of materials, the exhibition highlights some rarely seen books, botanical art, and original manuscripts that demonstrate the extraordinary beauty and depth of the collections. About 80 percent of the items displayed in Ex Libris have never before been exhibited to the public. 
 10/17/2009 - 1/10/2010 ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Taiko Drumming ]]></title>
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				<description><![CDATA[Thundering and thrilling, the taiko (Japanese drum) has been called “the voice and spirit of the Japanese people.” From its roots in agriculture and the ancient music of shrines and temples, traditional taiko  folk music is believed to entertain the gods, attract good fortune, drive away evil forces and insects, lend strength and courage to warriors, and celebrate life.During Kiku in the Japanese Autumn Garden, experience the sounds of both ancient and modern Japan by the group Taiko Masala. 10/17/2009 - 11/15/2009Saturdays, Sundays: 1 & 3 p.m. ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The Presence of Trees: Photographs by Larry Lederman ]]></title>
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				<description><![CDATA[On display are photographs by Larry Lederman of trees in all seasons and weather, taken mainly at the Botanical Garden and in Westchester.  10/17/2009 - 4/11/2010 ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bonsai at the Garden Tour ]]></title>
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				<description><![CDATA[Join expert Bernard Gastrich of the Yama Ki Bonsai Society for a journey into the art of bonsai, miniaturizing mature shrubs and trees to create living sculptures. 10/17/2009 - 11/15/2009Saturdays, Sundays: 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., & 3:30 p.m. ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Home Gardening Demonstrations ]]></title>
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				<description><![CDATA[Join Gardener for Public Education Sonia Uyterhoeven as she delves into elements of Japanese gardens and provides insight to the chrysanthemum training techniques employed in Kiku in the Japanese Autumn Garden. For topics, click on &quot;More.&quot; 10/17/2009 - 11/15/2009Saturdays, Sundays: 2 p.m. ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ Kiku in the Japanese Autumn GardenTour ]]></title>
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				<link>http://www.nybg.org/plan_your_visit/event_detail.php?id_event=2786</link>
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				<description><![CDATA[Join Garden docents on a tour of Kiku in the Japanese Autumn Garden in the Conservatory Courtyards. Four kiku styles—Ogiku, Ozukuri, Kengai, and Shino-tsukuri—are presented along with more contemporary displays such as cones, columns, and spheres. Learn about the intensive growing techniques and training of kiku and appreciate the colorful autumn season. 10/18/2009 - 11/15/2009Saturdays, Sundays: 12:30 & 2:30 p.m. ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kiku in the Japanese Autumn Garden Tour ]]></title>
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				<link>http://www.nybg.org/plan_your_visit/event_detail.php?id_event=2795</link>
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				<description><![CDATA[Join a Garden docent for a guided tour of Kiku in the Japanese Autumn Garden in the Conservatory Courtyards.Learn about the intensive growing techniques and training of the four kiku styles presented—ogiku, ozukuri, kengai, and shino-tsukuri. View the more contemporary displays of ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Conservatory Tour ]]></title>
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				<link>http://www.nybg.org/plan_your_visit/event_detail.php?id_event=2797</link>
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				<description><![CDATA[Explore the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory, an acre of plants under glass, with one of the Garden's docents. Take an ecotour around the world through 11 distinct habitats, including two types of rain forest, deserts of the Americas and of Africa, and aquatic and carnivorous plant displays.Admission included with an All-Garden Pass. 11/3/2009 - 11/20/2009Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays: 1 p.m. ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Garden Highlights Tour ]]></title>
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				<link>http://www.nybg.org/plan_your_visit/event_detail.php?id_event=2801</link>
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				<description><![CDATA[The sights and scents of fall abound across the 250 acres of the Botanical Garden. Join a Garden docent for a walking tour featuring highlights of the gardens and plant collections. 11/10/2009, 11/12/2009: 11 a.m. ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bronx Green-Up & Compost Project Information Table ]]></title>
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				<link>http://www.nybg.org/plan_your_visit/event_detail.php?id_event=2794</link>
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				<description><![CDATA[Stop by for free tip sheets, pamphlets, and workshop schedules designed to help gardeners increase their horticultural, composting, and recycling knowledge. Included in Garden admission. Grounds admission is free to everyone on Wednesdays and from 10 am to noon on Saturdays.
Say farewell to fall and the Greenmarket season at The New York Botanical Garden with special festive activities, including music, apple cider pressing, seed-counting contests, cooking demonstrations, and more. 11/11/2009: 12–2 p.m. ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Free Career Information Session ]]></title>
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				<link>http://www.nybg.org/plan_your_visit/event_detail.php?id_event=2793</link>
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				<description><![CDATA[This session focuses on careers in Landscape Design, Floral Design, and Horticultural Therapy. Explore green careers, speak with program instructors, and hear former students discuss how Botanical Garden Certificate programs paved the way to their new professions. 

For additional information, visit www.nybg.org/edu or call 718.817.8747. 11/11/2009: 6–8 p.m. ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Veterans' Day Family Activities ]]></title>
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				<link>http://www.nybg.org/plan_your_visit/event_detail.php?id_event=2815</link>
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				<description><![CDATA[Spend a Fall Day at Kiku in the Japanese Autumn Garden and say farewell to the Greenmarket with special seasonal exhibits and activities for the whole family to enjoy.

For a detailed schedule of programs, click &quot;More.&quot; 11/11/2009: All Day ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Forest Tour ]]></title>
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				<link>http://www.nybg.org/plan_your_visit/event_detail.php?id_event=2803</link>
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				<description><![CDATA[Experience the beauty of the Garden's 50-acre Forest on this one-hour walking tour with an expertly trained docent. You'll learn facts about the trees, history, geology, and ecology of this original, uncut woodland. 11/11/2009: 11 a.m. ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Forest Tour ]]></title>
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				<link>http://www.nybg.org/plan_your_visit/event_detail.php?id_event=2798</link>
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				<description><![CDATA[Experience the beauty of the Garden's 50-acre Forest on this one-hour walking tour with an expertly trained docent. You'll learn facts about the trees, history, geology, and ecology of this original, uncut woodland. Thursdays -- 11/5/2009 - 11/19/2009: 1 p.m. ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Exhibition Tour ]]></title>
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				<link>http://www.nybg.org/plan_your_visit/event_detail.php?id_event=2796</link>
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				<description><![CDATA[Join a Garden docent for a one-hour tour of this exhibition, which spotlights rarely seen rare books, botanical art and original manuscript material from the rich collections of the LuEsther T. Mertz Library. The exhibition is in the William D. Rondina and Giovanni Foroni LoFaro Gallery. Fridays -- 11/6/2009 - 11/20/2009: 11 a.m. ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Members Trip: Monet’s Water Lilies at MoMA ]]></title>
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				<description><![CDATA[You admire the majestic beauty of the Garden’s waterlilies every summer. Spend a day with us admiring the work of Monet this fall. 
Attend a one-hour private tour of the Museum of Modern Art’s collection of Claude Monet’s Water Lilies before the museum opens to the public. No lines. No crowds. No waiting to get in. Our personal guide, an art history expert, will answer all your questions. Visit the gift shop and explore the vast collections of this world-famous museum. Enjoy a delicious brunch at a nearby restaurant. Registered attendees will receive full details by email.


 

 
 11/13/2009: All Day ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Puerto Rican Heritage Month Celebration ]]></title>
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				<description><![CDATA[Celebrate the rich culture of the Puerto Rican people at this free event. Click &quot;More&quot; for details. 11/13/2009: 10 a.m.–1 p.m. ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bird Walk ]]></title>
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				<link>http://www.nybg.org/plan_your_visit/event_detail.php?id_event=2744</link>
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				<description><![CDATA[Discover the birds that use the Botanical Garden. Bring your binoculars and walk the Garden grounds with a bird expert and National Audubon Society member. You'll search for our feathered friends and learn more about bird-friendly habitats, passage birds, and those that make a permanent home at the Garden. There will be no bird walks on November 28 or December 26, 2009. Saturdays -- 9/5/2009 - 6/26/2010: 11 a.m. ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Exhibition Tour ]]></title>
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				<link>http://www.nybg.org/plan_your_visit/event_detail.php?id_event=2804</link>
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				<description><![CDATA[Join a staff member for a one-hour tour of this exhibition, which spotlights rarely seen books, botanical art and original manuscript material from the rich collections of the LuEsther T. Mertz Library. The exhibition is in the William D. Rondina and Giovanni Foroni LoFaro Gallery. There will be no tours on November 28, December 26, or January 2. Saturdays -- 10/17/2009 - 1/8/2010: 11 a.m. ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Featured Event: Plants and Fungi: Ten Current Research Stories]]></title>
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				<description><![CDATA[Step into the world of The New York Botanical Garden's plant scientists via this exhibition, which showcases some of the plant mysteries they're unraveling all around the globe. Ongoing ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Featured Event: A World of Plants]]></title>
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				<description><![CDATA[Journey around the world and across the ages, through deserts and rain forests, in this permanent exhibition in the Conservatory. Ongoing ]]></description>
				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 1999 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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