Lake Macquarie Garden Club has only 38 members, at the
very mature end of the age
This year, the club is planning to open another ten
gardens to the public on the weekend of 12th & 13th
October in celebration of Spring, to show the wider community the beautiful
gardens in our area along with exhibitions of artworks, and at the same time
raise money for, and awareness of, the medical research undertaken by Hunter Medical Research Institute.
The Club, formed thirty-seven years ago, still has some
of those original members who
ask the question,” what makes a garden unique?”
Is it a reflection of its creator? Where do the ideas come from? And how
do you use this inspiration or knowledge to create a garden or a work of art? An artwork does have a finite completion; a
garden is always a work in progress.
Our area has many talented artists; painters, print
makers, sculptors, potters, felt workers and calligraphers. It seemed the perfect combination; beautiful
gardens, big and bold, small and intricate in which to exhibit art works. Some of the gardens were professionally
designed, others the result of hard yakka and dedication by the owners. The artists exhibiting in the gardens, under
a pergola or in a garage, are as varied as the gardens.
Each garden will
be open from 10.00am to 4.00pm on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th October.
Entry will be by donation of $5 per garden or $35 for all ten gardens
with all money collected going to HMRI- Hunter Medical Research Institute. All
money raised over the weekend stays here in our community for the benefit of the
of the community.
HMRI undertakes research into the cure for cancers,
pulmonary fibrosis, stroke prevention and treatment, heart attack and arterial disease,
the impact of healthy arteries on cognitive function in older members of our
community.
This year the 10 unique open gardens & 2 bonus gardens
are located on the western side of Lake Macquarie. From Eraring, Wangi Wangi in the south to
Coal Point, Toronto, Blackall’s Park and around the lake to the northern side
of Toronto.
The bonus gardens include:
- A great space/ idea. What do you do with the longer wanted swimming pool? These owners have young son who has turned the pool into a creative pond environment. The frogs and fish just love it.
- The Coal Point Public School. The rejuvenated gardens, plantings and the above ground vegetable gardens are a must to see. A focus of study for the students has been on healthy food production and the garden gives simple practical experience for the young students. The plans for the recently announced Naturescape project will also be on display.
Owners of the gardens will be on hand to answer your
questions and share their passion for gardening, the environment, sustainable
gardens and horticulture. One gardener will share her knowledge about a
Japanese method of producing a natural liquid fertiliser.
Morning and/ or afternoon tea/coffee will be available at
some of the gardens.
Details and maps will be available for you to plan your
day out.A Facebook page Lake Macquarie Garden Club, will
keep you informed. Print your own flyer from the Facebook site or obtain a
flyer from all businesses displaying our posters.
Round up friends and family for a wonderful weekend visiting
spectacular gardens, lunching in the area at restaurants, cafes or even a
picnic in a park-as simple or as sophisticated as you desire.
For more information contact Lynne Turner
Email: artandgardenslakemac@gmail.com
Facebook: Lake Macquarie Garden Club
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