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SUMMARY:Volunteer Guide Intake Information Sessions
DESCRIPTION:The ANBG is now recruiting for Volunteer Guides to start in 2024.  No botanic background is required.  We offer training\, mentorship and professional development opportunities.  Information sessions will be held online on Thursday 18th January at 10:30am and in person on Wednesday 24th January at 5pm in the ANBG Theatrette.  You can find further information here.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/volunteer-guide-intake-information-sessions/
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SUMMARY:Black Mountain Weeding Work Party
DESCRIPTION:For our January Weeding Work Party we plan to remove WA Bluebell and various woody weeds. \nMeet: Electricity sub-station\, Frith Road\, Acton.   \nLook for banners. \nBring:  more of your friends if you wish\, as everyone is welcome.   \nWear:  hat\, sunscreen\, long-sleeved shirt\, long pants\, gloves\, stout shoes. \nWe shall break for delicious morning tea at about 10:00am \nPlease book: if you are planning to come\, please let us know by booking using this booking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CMRKI\nThis helps us to let you know if arrangements need to change at the last minute (for example\, adverse weather conditions). \nIf you need further information\, please contact me by email or phone 0437 298 711. \nWe look forward to hearing from you\, and seeing you at our next weeding work party. \nLinda Beveridge\n	Convenor\, Friends of Black Mountain
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/black-mountain-weeding-work-party/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231202T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231202T113000
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SUMMARY:Black Mountain Weeding Work Party
DESCRIPTION:The next weeding work party plans to remove WA Bluebell and various woody weeds.  \nMeet at the Electricity Sub-station\, Frith Road\, Acton.  \nBring your friends if you wish as all are welcome.  \nWear hat\, sunscreen\, long-sleeved shirt\, long pants\, gloves\, stout shoes.  Please book: if you are planning to come\, please let us know by booking using this booking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CLSKW \nWe shall break for delicious morning tea at about 10:00am \nPlease book: if you are planning to come\, please let us know by booking using this booking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CLSKW \nAs you may already know\, at the top of the screen there is an orange box to click on that leads into subsequent screens for booking one or more places\, at no charge.  \nThis helps us to let you know if arrangements need to change at the last minute (for example\, adverse weather conditions). \nIf you need further information\, please contact me by email or phone 0437 298 711. \nWe look forward to hearing from you\, and seeing you at our next weeding work party. \nLinda Beveridge\n	Convenor\, Friends of Black Mountain
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/black-mountain-weeding-work-party/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231130T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231130T133000
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
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SUMMARY:Dr Roger Farrow ‘Evolution of pollinations traits in flowering plants’
DESCRIPTION:Abstract\nRoger\, an unretired entomologist following a career in CSIRO Entomology\, will show more mysteries of flower design and function to achieve cross pollination by insect vectors.  \nBiography\nDr Roger Farrow is an unretired entomologist following a career in CSIRO Entomology. Since retirement he has pursued his interest in insect natural history\, publishing an ecological and behavioural guide to the insects of south eastern Australia (CSIRO 2018) and is currently studying insect pollination. This links to his other interest\, namely native plants and their ecology. This has developed through his membership of the Australian Native Plant Society and the opportunity to participate in field trips to identify plants in a range of different habitats. \nBooking\nLunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development\, and thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made from the 27th October until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached.  \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CJTZE \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Some summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au. \nThe talks are in line with COVID-19 guidelines which can change rapidly.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/dr-roger-farrow-evolution-of-pollinations-traits-in-flowering-plants/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231128T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231128T235900
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
CREATED:20231127T130000Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Recognition Ceremony 2024
DESCRIPTION:The ANBG 2024 Volunteer Recognition Ceremony will take place at 10am on Tuesday 28 November 2023 on the Crosbie Morrison Lawn. Click on this Eventbrite link to RSVP by Monday 20 November.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/volunteer-recognition-ceremony-2024/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231123T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231123T133000
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
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SUMMARY:Dr Ralph Ogden\, ‘Lessons learned for solving the ACT’s water quality problems’
DESCRIPTION:The Healthy Waterways program has been running since 2014 with an aim to improve water quality in the ACT’s waterways. It is best known for building ponds\, wetlands\, raingardens and other ‘nature-based’ and ‘water sensitive’ infrastructure that treats polluted stormwater in suburbs. However\, the program has also funded a lot of research into water quality problems and solutions\, and has recently expanded into the rural waterways. So what has been learnt and what are the prospects for making material changes to waterways in the ACT? This seminar will outline lessons learned and provide pointers to how the ACT Government hopes to tackle problems like blue-green algal blooms in lakes and ponds and sand slugs in rural rivers.  \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CJTZD \nBiography   \nDr Ralph Ogden has been the ACT Healthy Waterways program manager in the ACT Government for the past four and a half years. Previously he worked as Director of Knowledge and Communications at the Australian Water Partnership\, was the Senior Scientist at the National Water Commission\, held several Executive Manager positions in the eWater Cooperative Research Centre\, and served as Director of Knowledge Exchange in the Cooperative Research Centre for Freshwater Ecology. Ralph has a research background\, having studied the ecology of billabongs on the Murray River and tributaries for his PhD at the Australian National University\, and then river-floodplain ecology and catchment science in research roles at the University of Canberra and CSIRO Land & Water. \nBooking\n	Lunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development and thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made from Friday the 20th October until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached. \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CJTZD
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/dr-ralph-ogden-lessons-learned-for-solving-the-acts-water-quality-problems/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231123T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231210T163000
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SUMMARY:PhotoGroup exhibition - illuminate '23
DESCRIPTION:The 10th annual exhibition of the Friends of the ANBG Photographic Group will be held at the ANBG Visitor Centre gallery in late November and early December. \n‘Illuminate’ has two meanings: one is about physical light\, and the other is about intellectual or spiritual enlightenment. \nThe exhibition features a range of photographs taken within the Gardens\, inviting others to discover\, appreciate and value Australia’s unique flora and fauna. All photographs exhibited are for sale as well as unframed prints\, cards\, and specialty calendars by individual members. \nThere will be two special award categories: \n\nAcacia – photographs of a single or group of acacia flowers/plants/trees\nFauna – photographs of fauna (e.g. birds\, animals\, reptiles\, insects).\n\nOther exhibited photographs include plant portraits\, close-up shots of flowers\, birds and insects\, intimate landscapes within the gardens and fauna from our local region.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/photogroup-exhibition-illuminate-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231116T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231116T235900
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SUMMARY:Margaret Saul ‘Botanical Art & Illustration: Convergence of Art and Science’
DESCRIPTION:Abstract\nJoin Margaret Saul\, a distinguished botanical artist\, illustrator\, and instructor\, to experience a visual feast of botanical art arising from the exploratory voyages of Australia through to the masterful works by her and her contemporaries. With her extensive experience dating back to 1975\, when she became the staff illustrator for the Queensland Herbarium\, Margaret offers a unique perspective on this art form at the intersection of art and science. \n	This talk is presented in association with the “Botanical Images” exhibition at the Visitors Centre\, November 1–19\, 2023\, which will feature a unique collection of botanical art and photography donated by the Friends of the ANBG to the Gardens. \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CJTZC \nBiography  \nMargaret Saul\, a member of the Friends of the ANBG Botanic Art Group since returning to Australia in 2020\, has a love and curiosity for the natural world.  Foundations for her professional life in the field of natural science illustration were well set in a family of artists and amateur naturalists. From the late 1990’s her love of sharing her knowledge and skills in this field of art saw her establishing schools of botanical art and illustration in Australia and in the USA.  \nHer artwork is represented in science and art publications including the Flora of Australia and numerous works commissioned by a London collector and housed at the Shirley Sherwood Gallery of Botanical Art\, Royal Botanic Gardens\, Kew (UK). She is also represented in the Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation\, Carnegie Mellon University\, USA and in public art collections in Australia. \nBooking\nLunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development\, and thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made from the 13th October until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached.  \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CJTZC \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Some summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au. \nThe talks are in line with COVID-19 guidelines which can change rapidly.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/margaret-saul-botanical-art-illustration-convergence-of-art-and-science/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231109T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231109T235900
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
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SUMMARY:Emeritus Professor Libby Robin ‘What Birdo is that? Birds and the humans who love them’
DESCRIPTION:Abstract\nLibby explores the interplay between knowing about birds and caring about their future. Bird-people are motivated in different ways\, but they all love birds. For many\, birds are a way they understand the more-than-human world. Birds and their people can be funny\, intriguing and surprising. Her talk tells some of the back-stories from across centuries. It builds to a crescendo in the 21st century where global warming and biodiversity loss have become existential threats to life on Earth. \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CJTZB \nBiography\nEmeritus Professor Libby Robin FAHA is an historian of science and environmental ideas. She is Emeritus Professor at the Fenner School of Environment and Society at the Australian National University\, independent writer and Curator-at-Large\, focusing on museums and global change. \nCareer highlights include Visiting Fellow\, Oslo School of Environmental Humanities\, University of Oslo (2022– )\, Guest Professor at  the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH)\, Stockholm in the Division of History of Science and Technology (2011-2014; affiliated professor (2015-2017) and Senior Fellow in the National Museum of Australia’s Research Centre (2007-2015). Libby has published widely in the history of science\, international and comparative environmental history\, museum studies and the ecological humanities. She has won national and international prizes in History (How a Continent Created a Nation)\, in Zoology (Boom and Bust)\, and in literature (Flight of the Emu\, The Future of Nature). \nShe was elected Fellow of the Australian Academy of Humanities in 2013. \nLibby Robin is also an independent non-fiction writer and prize-winning author whose work explores museums and environmental ideas. She works with museums in Australia\, Germany\, Estonia and Norway. Her books include The Flight of the Emu (2001)\, How a Continent Created a Nation (2007) and The Environment: A History of the Idea (2018). Libby’s new book What Birdo is That? A Field Guide to Bird People was released on 30 May 2023. \nBooking\nLunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development\, and thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made from the 6th October until the Wednesday night before the talk or until seating limits are reached.  \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CJTZB \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Some summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au. \nThe talks are in line with COVID-19 guidelines which can change rapidly.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/emeritus-professor-libby-robin-what-birdo-is-that-birds-and-the-humans-who-love-them/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231104T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231104T113000
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
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SUMMARY:Friends of Black Mountain - weeding work party
DESCRIPTION:We plan to remove woody weeds and St Johns Wort. \nMeet: Caswell Drive entry on the mountain side. \nDrive from Belconnen Way southwards along Caswell Drive towards Glenloch Interchange\, Woden\, or Tuggeranong. Note the yellow diamond shape advisory sign showing access road on left (mountain side) and the blue and white “P” sign for parking. Pull into the carpark carefully. \nLook for banners. \nBring:  more of your friends if you wish\, as everyone is welcome.   \nWear:  hat\, sunscreen\, long-sleeved shirt\, long pants\, gloves\, stout shoes. \nWe shall break for delicious morning tea at about 10:30am \nBooking: if you are planning to come\, please let us know by booking at https://www.trybooking.com/CLSKJ. \n(As you may already know\, at the top of the screen there is an orange box to click on that leads into subsequent screens for booking one or more places\, at no charge.)  \nThis helps us to let you know if arrangements need to change at the last minute (for example\, adverse weather conditions). \nIf you need further information\, please contact Linda Beveridge by email or phone 0437 298 711.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/friends-of-black-mountain-weeding-work-party/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231103T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231103T235900
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
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SUMMARY:Dr Judy West to open the 'Botanic Images' exhibition
DESCRIPTION:The ‘Botanic Images’ exhibition displays a unique collection of botanic art and photographic works donated to the Gardens by the Friends of the ANBG. \nThe exhibition will be opened by Dr Judy West AO at 5:00 for 5:30pm Friday 3 November 2023. \nMembers of the Friends are invited to the opening and may bring a guest. Refreshments will be provided. \nRSVP 27 October 2023 to botanicart@friendsanbg.org.au. \nThe exhibition showcases the talents of the Botanic Art Group and the Photographic Group in depicting botany. These Friends groups have been popular for over a decade and continue to thrive by encouraging members develop their skills and passion for flora and fauna. The exhibition runs from 1 November to 19 November in the Visitor Centre Gallery. \n 
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/dr-judy-west-to-open-the-botanic-images-exhibition/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231102T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231102T133000
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
CREATED:20231102T013000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010101Z
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SUMMARY:Dr Erin Hahn ‘Conservation time machine: harnessing degraded DNA for wildlife protection’
DESCRIPTION:Dr Erin Hahn\, a wildlife Research Scientist at CSIRO will unveil the power of DNA in wildlife conservation. Discover how 100-year-old museum specimens help predict species’ response to climate change\, and how she’s collecting airborne DNA to monitor rare species and invasive species. A fascinating glimpse into the future of Australian wildlife protection! \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CJTYY \nAbstract  \nDr Erin Hahn\, a Research Scientist at the Australian National Wildlife Collection\, will take you on a journey into the world of DNA technologies and their pivotal role in wildlife management. Discover how Dr. Hahn’s pioneering research is revolutionizing conservation efforts for Australian species. \nUsing DNA preserved in 100-year-old museum specimens\, Dr. Hahn unravels the impacts of climate change on species. By analysing historical data\, we can predict how species might respond to future changes\, enabling targeted conservation interventions for those most in need. Dr. Hahn’s innovative approach also involves collecting DNA from the air\, providing a non-invasive method for monitoring wildlife populations. This technology allows us to track rare and endangered species\, as well as detect potential threats from invasive pests and pathogens\, leading to early intervention and proactive conservation measures. \nJoin us for an engaging presentation by Dr. Erin Hahn\, a passionate science communicator and Science and Technology Australia Superstar of STEM. Discover how DNA technologies are empowering wildlife managers to make informed decisions and protect the diverse species that call Australia home. \nBiography   \nDr Erin Hahn received her PhD in Genomics from the University of Arizona in 2016\, picking up a National Science Foundation traineeship and two daughters during her studies. While at UA\, Erin served as a founding board member of the Tucson Women in STEM (TWiSTEM) advocacy group. She is currently a Postdoctoral Fellow at CSIRO with the Environomics Future Science Platform. Erin was recently selected as a Superstar of STEM. Through this program she is involved in being a STEM advocate and role model for young scientists. \nBooking\n	Lunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development\, and thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made from the 29th September until the Wednesday night before the talk or until seating limits are reached.  \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CJTYY \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Some summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au. \nThe talks are in line with COVID-19 guidelines which can change rapidly. \n 
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/dr-erin-hahn-conservation-time-machine-harnessing-degraded-dna-for-wildlife-protection/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231101T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231119T173000
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
CREATED:20231031T223000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010101Z
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SUMMARY:'Botanic Images' exhibition
DESCRIPTION:A unique collection of botanic art and photographic works donated to the Gardens by the Friends of the ANBG. \nThe exhibition will be opened by Dr Judy West AO at 5:00 for 5:30pm Friday 3 November 2023.\n		Members of the Friends are invited to the opening and may bring a guest. Refreshments will be provided.\n		RSVP 27 October 2023 to botanicart@friendsanbg.org.au. \nThe exhibition showcases the talents of the Botanic Art Group and the Photographic Group in depicting botany. These Friends groups have been popular for over a decade and continue to thrive by encouraging members develop their skills and passion for flora and fauna. \nThe Visitor Centre Gallery is open 9:30-4:30 every day. \n  \n  \nThe image at right shows the latest additions to the Gardens permanent collection. Hakea laurina by Jacqui Gillilands and Acacia leprosa ‘Scarlet Blaze’ by Annette Dahler were presented by Friends President Neville Page and Vice-President Linda Beveridge to Acting Executive Director Anthony Whalen\, 2023 (photo: Steven Playford)
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/botanic-images-exhibition/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231026T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231026T133000
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
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SUMMARY:Dr Zoe Knapp ‘Safe Custody for Native Guava’
DESCRIPTION:Zoe\, of ANBG\, will outline a national collaborative project to deliver conservation actions for Native Guava (Rhodomyrtus psidioides)\, which is highly susceptible to Myrtle Rust. The Australian Network for Plant Conservation led this collaborative project between botanic gardens and government agencies including the ANBG. \nBooking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/CJTYW \nBiography  \n	Zoe Knapp is the Conservation Manager at the Australian National Botanic Gardens\, overseeing nursery horticulture and data management to support our living plant collections and collaborative conservation and research projects. Her background is in plant ecology\, academia\, environmental consulting and public policy. She has worked for the Australian Government for over 10 years\, supporting effective partnerships\, science\, natural resource management and strategic policy. \nBooking\n	Lunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development\, and thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings open 22nd September until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached.  \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CJTYW \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Some summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au. \nThe talks are in line with COVID-19 guidelines which can change rapidly.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/dr-zoe-knapp-safe-custody-for-native-guava/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231019T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
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SUMMARY:35th Annual General Meeting of the Friends
DESCRIPTION:NOTICE OF MEETING \nPlease note that the Annual General meeting of the Friends of the Australian National Botanic Gardens will be held on 19 October 2023\, commencing at 3.00pm in the ANBG Theatrette. Please arrive at 2.45 pm for a 3.00 pm start. The meeting will be followed by drinks and nibbles in the foyer. \nThe agenda and meeting papers can be downloaded from the following links. Please check these documents as we will not be providing hard copies to everyone at the meeting to minimise our environmental footprint. \n\nAgenda – 35th AGM 2023 (PDF\, 92KB)\nDraft Minutes – 34th AGM 2022 (PDF\, 200KB)\nAudited Financial Statements – Consolidated – 2022-2023 (PDF\, 1.6 MB)\nAudited Financial Statements – Public Fund – 2022-2023 (PDF\, 1.5 MB)\nPresident’s Report – 35th AGM 2023 (PDF\, 59KB)\nTreasurer’s Report – 35th AGM 2023 (PDF\, 29KB)\nCouncil nominees – 35th AGM 2023 (PDF\, 492KB)\nNomination Form for FANBG Council 2023 (Word\, 191 KB)\nAppointment of Proxy for Friends AGM (Word\, 44 KB)\n\nIf you plan to attend the meeting\, please advise our Secretary\, Marg Nicholls at secretary@friendsanbg.org.au. This will assist us with catering\, and it will also assist in ensuring that we have the required quorum of 25 members.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/35th-annual-general-meeting-of-the-friends/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231019T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231019T133000
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
CREATED:20231019T013000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010101Z
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SUMMARY:Don Beer Memorial Lecture 2023 - Jo White\, ‘From little things big things grow’
DESCRIPTION:Jo\, Director of Questacon\, will give insights about her journey; her time leading Science Education and Conservation at the Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust including the National Herbarium of NSW\, Australian PlantBank\, and establishing the Education and Engagement Centre; plus Questacon’s journey and reconciliation actions. \nBiography \nScience and conservation leader Jo White was appointed as the new Director of Questacon – The National Science and Technology Centre in 2022. Jo commenced on 1 November 2022 and has been working to secure the future of Questacon\, with the Government announcing additional funding of $60 million in the May budget. She is leading new strategic planning and critical property\, digital and exhibition upgrades.  \nPrior to joining Questacon she was the Director of Science\, Education and Conservation at the Australian Institute of Botanical Science\, Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney. There she led the National Herbarium of NSW\, the Australian PlantBank\, and Education and Engagement Centre at the Royal Botanic Gardens. The Centre comprised more than 100 staff\, 400 volunteers and $330 million worth of collection assets. \nBooking\n	Lunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development\, and thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly. Bookings can be made until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached.  \nBooking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/CJTYV \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Some summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au. \nThe talks are in line with COVID-19 guidelines\, which can change rapidly. \nThe Don Beer Memorial Lecture \nDon Beer (1940-2022) was one of the first ‘Canadian Commonwealth Scholars’ from Australia and New Zealand in 1961. After graduating in History from the University of Adelaide\, SA\, he studied at Queen’s University and the University of Toronto\, Canada\, before taking up a lectureship at the University of New England (UNE)\, Armidale\, NSW\, Australia\, in 1964. He was an Associate Professor and retired from the University in from January 1999. \nUpon retirement from the University of New England he moved to Canberra and became a very active member of the Friends of the Australian National Botanic Gardens\, (ANBG). He served as a Friends Council Member\, and was Convenor of the Gardens’ Volunteer Guides. More recently he devoted some thousands of hours researching the history of the Gardens\, culminating in the publication in 2020 of the 330 page book: ‘Miracle on Black Mountain – A History of The Australian National Botanic Gardens’. \nThe Friends of the ANBG are holding an annual Don Beer Memorial Lecture for 5 years as a way of appreciating his significant contribution to the Friends. His family is also contributing to a Don Beer scholarship.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/don-beer-memorial-lecture-2023-jo-white-from-little-things-big-things-grow/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231014T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231014T235900
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
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SUMMARY:52nd Black Mountain spring wildflower ramble
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the spring flowering on beautiful Black Mountain with a social ramble for wildflower lovers in the tradition established by Nancy Burbidge\, and continued by George Chippendale and Jean Geue. \nDiscover the surprising diversity of tiny orchids\, bush peas\, wattles and billy buttons on easy bush tracks with experienced guides and good company. All springs are not the same. The pattern remains but timing and abundance vary with the weather; after the rain we have had this year we are anticipating a special display of flowers. \nFriends of Black Mountain welcomes everyone\, be they experts or those who have not previously slowed down to see the somewhat cryptic diversity. We plan that there will be several guides\, who will take different directions. \nThere will be some books for sale\, including Black Mountain a natural history of a Canberra icon by Ian Fraser and Rosemary Purdie\, and booklets about local plants. \n\n\n\nWhen\nSaturday 14 October 2023 – 9.30 am sharp to 12 noon or later.\n				Please allow time to park and walk to the meeting point.\n\n\nWhere\nBelconnen Way entry just before Caswell Drive turnoff – watch for balloons or banners.\n\n\nBYO\nMorning tea\, water\, hat\, sunblock and stout shoes.\n\n\nEntry\nGold Coins donation appreciated\n\n\nBookings \n\nESSENTIAL to ensure we have enough guides. Please use this booking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CLJIQ. \nThis helps us to contact you if changes are needed at short notice (e.g. bad weather). \n(If you have problems with the link\, email the name and mobile phone number of each person you book to friendsofblackmountain@gmail.com).
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/52nd-black-mountain-spring-wildflower-ramble/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231012T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231012T133000
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
CREATED:20231012T013000Z
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SUMMARY:Helen Kennedy ‘Melichrus urceolatus on Black Mountain is a different species to Melichrus urceolatus on Mount Ainslie!’
DESCRIPTION:Helen\, a local botanist\, will present updated taxonomy for Melichrus\, especially on the locally relevant results which show that Nancy Burbidge was right when she thought there were actually two species in the ACT. \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CJTYT \nAbstract  \nMelichrus R.Br. is an Australian endemic genus of shrubs in the heath and heather family (Ericaceae) with just six currently described species\, all of which are confined to eastern Australia. This genus has received very little taxonomic study and its few treating authors have largely disagreed on species delimitation. Helen’s PhD research has tested species boundaries\, using both molecular and morphological data and inferred a species level phylogeny as part of the Genomics for Australian Plants Initiative to comprehensively describe the diversity in Melichrus for the first time. \nHere Helen presents a first look at the updated taxonomy for Melichrus\, revealing several new species and the evidence which support their delineation. She will focus especially on the locally relevant results which demonstrated that Nancy Burbidge was right all those years ago when she scribbled on a specimen of Melichrus in the National Herbarium collection that she thought there were actually two\, not one species of Melichrus in the ACT. \nAcknowledgements: This research is the work of Helen T. Kennedy\, Rose L. Andrew1 Ian R. H. Telford1\, Darren M. Crayn2\,3 Jeremy J. Bruhl1 \n1Botany and N.C.W. Beadle Herbarium\, School of Environmental and Rural Science\,\n	University of New England\, Armidale NSW 2351\, Australia\n	2Australian Tropical Herbarium\, James Cook University\, Cairns\, Qld 4870\, Australia.\n	3Centre for Tropical Environmental Sustainability Science\, James Cook University\, Cairns\, Qld 4870\, Austral-ia. \nBiography   \nHelen Kennedy is an Identifications Botanist at the Australian National Herbarium. She recently submitted her PhD thesis at the University of New England studying the systematics of a genus of native shrubs called Melichrus. Helen combines analyses of morphology\, anatomy and genetics to examine patterns of speciation and produce robust\, descriptive and highly usable taxonomic classifications. Helen aims to contribute to the description and conservation of natural diversity. \nBooking\n	Lunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development\, and thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached.  \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CJTYT \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Some summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au. \nThe talks are in line with COVID-19 guidelines which can change rapidly.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/helen-kennedy-melichrus-urceolatus-on-black-mountain-is-a-different-species-to-melichrus-urceolatus-on-mount-ainslie/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231008T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231008T160000
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
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SUMMARY:Orchid Walk on Black Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Choose your time to discover some spring flowering native terrestrial orchids and learn something more of this fascinating group of plants with Jean Egan\, Matt Mullaney\, Shoko Okado\, and Tobias Hayashi. \nThere are two walks: Sunday 8 October\, 9:30am–12 noon repeated at 1:30pm–4pm. \nMeet at the car park on the mountain side of Caswell Drive (from Belconnen Way\, drive south towards Glenloch Interchange). Look for FOBM banners. \nBYO enthusiasm\, hat\, sunblock\, water\, stout shoes\, & hand lens if you have one; and snacks if you wish. \nBook: numbers are limited for each walk\, so choose your time:  \n\nMorning – https://www.trybooking.com/CLJHA\nAfternoon – https://www.trybooking.com/CLJHR\n\nHappy walking\, \nLinda Beveridge\n	Convenor\, Friends of Black Mountain
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/orchid-walk-on-black-mountain/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231007T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231007T120000
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
CREATED:20231006T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010101Z
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SUMMARY:Walcott Gardens Visit
DESCRIPTION:Friends of ANBG are invited to visit the Walcott Gardens in Red Hill. \nRoz and Ben Walcott have been long-term Friends of ANBG and producers of the weekly  “Flowers Fruit and Foliage”. \nOriginally built in 1923\, the Walcotts purchased their Red Hill property in 2001 and subsequently transformed the standard garden of earlier times into a garden of mostly Australian natives. \nThe Walcotts are generously opening their garden to Friends of ANBG on Saturday\, October 7 from 10.00 – 12.00 pm\, and on Sunday\, October 8  from 1.30 – 3.30pm. Tea and coffee will be available.  \nBookings are required and are limited to 20 persons each day. Bookings can be made at https://www.trybooking.com/CLXZU
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/walcott-gardens-visit/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231007T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231007T113000
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
CREATED:20231006T213000Z
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SUMMARY:Black Mountain Weeding Work Party
DESCRIPTION:Details of the next weeding work party are: \nDate: Saturday\, 7 October 2023\, 8:30 to 11:30am We plan to remove woody weeds and St Johns Wort. \nMeet: Caswell Drive entry on the mountain side.  \nDrive from Belconnen Way southwards along Caswell Drive towards Glenloch Interchange\, Woden\, or Tuggeranong. Note the yellow diamond shape advisory sign showing access road on left (mountain side) and the blue and white “P” sign for parking. Pull into the carpark carefully. \nLook for banners. \nBring:  more of your friends if you wish\, as everyone is welcome.   \nWear:  hat\, sunscreen\, long-sleeved shirt\, long pants\, gloves\, stout shoes. \nWe shall break for delicious morning tea at about 10:30am \nPlease book: if you are planning to come\, please let us know by using this booking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CLSJR     \nAs you may already know\, at the top of the screen there is an orange box to click on that leads into subsequent screens for booking one or more places\, at no charge.  \nThis helps us to let you know if arrangements need to change at the last minute (for example\, adverse weather conditions). \nIf you need further information\, please contact me by email or phone 0437 298 711. \nWe look forward to hearing from you\, and seeing you at our next weeding work party. \nLinda Beveridge\nConvenor\, Friends of Black Mountain
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/black-mountain-weeding-work-party/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231007T074500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231008T091500
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010101Z
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SUMMARY:Wake up with the Birds
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Australian National Botanic Gardens present Wake up with the Birds. \nOver 2 weekends – 16/17 September and 7/8 October \nA wonderful opportunity to observe some of Canberra’s amazing birdlife in the beautiful surrounds of the Australian National Botanic Gardens. \nIn a small group\, experience the Gardens early on a spring morning when the birds are nesting and at their most active. The event includes a one-and-a-half-hour guided walk with an experienced guide. \n\nStart time: Walk starts at 7.45 am (Gates open at 7.30 am)\nMeet at the Gardens Visitor Centre.\nSome binoculars will be provided\, but bring your own if you have them.\nWear comfortable footwear and warm clothes.\nPlease note that this event is not suitable for children under 8.\nThe tour will only be cancelled in extreme weather conditions.\n\n \nFully booked.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/wake-up-with-the-birds/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231005T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231005T235900
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
CREATED:20231004T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010100Z
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SUMMARY:Glenn Cocking.  ‘Moths in the ACT: what might the Scott Sisters have found if they were here?’
DESCRIPTION:Abstract\nGlenn will give an overview of moths that live in the ACT\, drawing attention to some that are very widespread\, and particularly some that were studied by the Scott sisters.  He will also give some guidance on how to go about identifying the myriad of moth species present in the ACT. \nBiography\nGlenn Cocking has many years’ experience working with the Australian National Insect Collection’s Lepidoptera area\, being a volunteer curator and collector for 20 years now. He has travelled widely across the country collecting moths\, and sorted new collections and identified many specimens. Along with helping ACT community groups with their interest in moths\, this has given him a good insight into the moths of the ACT in the context of the full Australian moth fauna. Glenn\, Ted Edwards and Suzi bond are the authors of Moths in the ACT. \n \nLeft: Chelepteryx collesi\, an ACT resident which is widespread on the coast and tablelands of southeastern Australia (photo: K Christensen)\n	Right: Opodiphthera eucalypti\, possibly Australia’s most well-known large moth (previously known as Antheraea eucalypti) and is present in Canberra \nBooking\nLunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development\, and thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached.  \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CJTYR \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Some summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au. \nThe talks are in line with COVID-19 guidelines which can change rapidly.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/glenn-cocking-moths-in-the-act-what-might-the-scott-sisters-have-found-if-they-were-here/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20230928T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20230928T235900
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
CREATED:20230927T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010100Z
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SUMMARY:Dr Toner Stevenson ‘Eclipse Chasers: astronomical observations in Australia and the Pacific’
DESCRIPTION:Abstract \nExperiencing a total solar eclipse is a visceral experience\, involving anticipation\, adventure and sometimes disappointment. This talk will focus on the Eclipse Chasers book written by Nick Lomb and Toner Stevenson with contributing authors Duane Hamacher\, Uncle Ghillar Michael Anderson\, Melissa Hulbert\, Geoffrey Wyatt and Kirsten Banks. Published by CSIRO\, the book is about uniquely Australian eclipses\, beginning with First Nations experiences. Results from the very recent eclipse in Western Australia will conclude the talk. Toner is happy to sign copies of her book. \nBiography\nToner Stevenson is an honorary History affiliate at The University of Sydney where she manages the School of Humanities. She has a Doctorate in Social Sciences and her career in museums included Manager of Sydney Observatory. Toner is active in amateur astronomy and she has experienced seven total solar eclipses. \n \nPhoto: Miriam and Frank Chisholm on their way to the 1922 eclipse \nBooking\nLunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development\, and thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made until the night before the talk or until seating limits are reached.  \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CJTYN \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Some summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au. \nThe talks are in line with COVID-19 guidelines which can change rapidly.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/dr-toner-stevenson-eclipse-chasers-astronomical-observations-in-australia-and-the-pacific/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20230925T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20231005T113000
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
CREATED:20230925T003000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010100Z
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SUMMARY:Secrets of the Australian Bush - a family adventure
DESCRIPTION:Discover the amazing secrets of the plants that live in the Australian bush on this family-friendly tour at the Australian National Botanic Gardens. We will travel on our magical Flora bus\, walk through the Rainforest Gully\, visit the Red Centre Garden and finish at the Paperbark Treehouse. \nThis tour is designed for children 4-10 years who must be accompanied by an adult. \nThe tour runs for 1 hour. \nThe tour runs at 10:30am Monday 25th\, Wednesday 27th and Friday 29th September and Tuesday 3rd and Thursday 5th October. \nBookings essential.  Book HERE \n(Tickets priced from $6.61 to $9.78 per person.)
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/secrets-of-the-australian-bush-a-family-adventure/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20230924T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20230924T235900
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
CREATED:20230923T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010100Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibition opening - Plant Stories: Woven Tapestry Narratives
DESCRIPTION:The ‘Plant Stories: Woven Tapestry Narratives’ exhibition at the Visitor Centre will be officially opened by Dr Judy West\, former Executive Director of the Gardens\, at 2pm. Several of the artists will talk about their works. \nIn the exhibition\, Australian tapestry artists tell personal\, community\, historical and mythical stories associated with Australian plants. In the materiality\, colour and woven images they reflect our lives\, contemporary issues and the plant world around us now. \nExhibitors include Joy Smith\, Sara Lindsay\, Cresside Collette\, Kay Lawrence\, Diana Wood Conroy\, Dimity Kidston\, Brenda Goggs\, Shunyam Smith\, Kirsty Darlaston\, Suzanne Knight\, Patsy Payne\, Jennifer Sharpe\, Australian Tapestry Workshop\, Valerie Kirk\, and Cheryl Thornton. \nAll are welcome. \n \nExhibition organiser Emeritus Professor Valerie Kirk will also be holding Woven Tapestry classes 3-31 October 2023\, on Tuesday afternoons. Find our more at https://natureartlab.com.au/products/weaving-colour-from-plants
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/exhibition-opening-plant-stories-woven-tapestry-narratives/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20230921T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20230921T235900
DTSTAMP:20260620T100719
CREATED:20230920T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T010100Z
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SUMMARY:Emeritus Professor Valerie Kirk AM ‘Plant Stories: Woven Tapestry Narratives’
DESCRIPTION:Abstract \nValerie\, ANBG Artist-in-Residence 2022-2023\, will talk about her adventures and experiences here and overseas and how they influenced her recent work. \nBiography\nEmeritus Professor Valerie Kirk AM\, ANBG Artist-in-residence\, studied art and design at Edinburgh College of Art\, where she discovered woven tapestry. As a graduate she came to Australia and worked in the Victorian (now Australian) Tapestry Workshop and travelled the country to teach in communities and colleges\, work as an artist-in-residence\, exhibit and lead community tapestry projects and textile tours. Between 1990-2017 she was a Senior Lecturer and Head of Textiles at the Australian National University. \nWhile actively maintaining her practice as an artist exhibiting and creating major works\, Valerie has also researched Australian Indigenous and SE Asian textiles and directed significant projects. During 2004-2019 she was commissioned to design and weave six major tapestries to celebrate Nobel/Japan/Kyoto Prizes in Science associated with the Australian National University. \nAwards such as the Australia Council New Work grant\, ACT Creative Arts Fellowship\, Muse Arts Woman of the Year Award and the Canberra Centenary Community Tapestry project mark substantial success and her artwork can be seen in collections nationally and internationally. \nIn 2022 Valerie was awarded Member of the Order of Australia for significant service to tertiary arts education\, and as an artist and curator. \n \nBooking\nLunchtime talks are held at 12.30 pm every Thursday from February to November. Talks last for 1 hour. We welcome donations by gold coins\, notes\, or electronically. The Friends use donations received at each talk to support Gardens’ programs and development\, and thank all those who have donated.  \nUnless otherwise indicated\, talks are held in the ANBG Theatrette. \nIt is a good idea to reserve a seat at the talks that you wish to attend; talks may be booked out very quickly.  Bookings can be made until Wednesday night before the talk or until seating limits are reached.  \nBooking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CJTYJ \nThe Friends of the ANBG thank the speakers who volunteer their time and talents to further the knowledge of all attending events in the Gardens. Some summaries or PowerPoint presentations of Thursday talks are available to Friends at the ANBG library. Please direct queries about the talks to the Thursday Talks Team: email talks@friendsanbg.org.au. \nThe talks are in line with COVID-19 guidelines which can change rapidly.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/emeritus-professor-valerie-kirk-am-plant-stories-woven-tapestry-narratives/
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SUMMARY:Plant Stories: Woven Tapestry Narratives exhibition at the Visitor Centre
DESCRIPTION:Australian tapestry artists tell personal\, community\, historical and mythical stories associated with Australian plants. In the materiality\, colour and woven images they reflect our lives\, contemporary issues and the plant world around us now. \nExhibition organiser Emeritus Professor Valerie Kirk will also be holding Woven Tapestry classes 3-31 October 2023\, on Tuesday afternoons. Find our more at https://natureartlab.com.au/products/weaving-colour-from-plants
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/plant-stories-woven-tapestry-narratives-exhibition-at-the-visitor-centre/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20230916T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20230916T110000
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SUMMARY:Growing Friends Spring 2023 Native Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Spring Sale is planned for Saturday 16 September from 8.30 -11.00 am in the carpark between the Banksia Centre and the Crosbie Morrison Building. There will be plants for every garden: trees\, lots of lovely shrubs\, great groundcovers and plants suitable for pots. Come early to avoid missing out! \n\n\nA sale of second-hand books relating to Australian native plants will be held concurrently. \n\n\nThe full list of plants\, and their descriptions (PDF\, 402KB) is now available. All proceeds go to support the Gardens. \nFurther information is available HERE.
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/growing-friends-spring-2023-native-plant-sale/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20230916T074500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Canberra:20230917T091500
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SUMMARY:Wake up with the Birds
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Australian National Botanic Gardens present Wake up with the Birds. \nOver 2 weekends – 16/17 September and 7/8 October \nA wonderful opportunity to observe some of Canberra’s amazing birdlife in the beautiful surrounds of the Australian National Botanic Gardens. \nIn a small group\, experience the Gardens early on a spring morning when the birds are nesting and at their most active. \nStart time: Walk starts at 7.45 am (Gates open at 7.30 am) \nMeet at the Gardens Visitor Centre. \nThe event includes a one-and-a-half-hour guided walk with an experienced guide. \nSome binoculars will be provided\, but bring your own if you have them. \nWear comfortable footwear and warm clothes. \nPlease note that this event is not suitable for children under 8. \nThe tour will only be cancelled in extreme weather conditions. \nBookings are essential and can be made at https://www.trybooking.com/CKFQH
URL:https://friendsanbg.org.au/event/wake-up-with-the-birds/
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