Wreath Workshop

Friends of the Gardens, F.O.G., is a separate non-profit support organization for the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens. F.O.G. supports the Gardens' development and, as such, is the largest contributor to the growth of the Garden. Since it was formed in 1997, F.O.G. has raised over $175,000. The money has been used to create the plaza at the garden entrance, the restrooms on the bluff,electric carts for disabled visitors and many other things that are crucial to the visitor experience. F.O.G. raises money through the annual Pack-Rat Sale and other events. Being a member of F.O.G. is an enjoyable and social way to support the Gardens.

 

The Friends meet in the Gardens' Meeting Room the first Tuesday of every month, except July. Watch for special events.

Friends of the Gardens - Centerpiece Auction, June 5th, 2012 at 4 pm at the Vegetable Garden. Your chance to bid on FOG's finest art works.

Friends of the Gardens - Pack Rat Sale, Saturday July 14th, 2012 8 am to 4 pm. The greatest garage sale on the coast! Finds from garden supplies to antiques and collectibles. The Pack Rat Sale is noted for its quality items, fair prices and friendly service.

Friends of the Gardens - Wine Raffle, Tickets available at the Gardens Store or call 707-357-4272. Drawing to be held. Click HERE for more information.

Friends of the Gardens - Bird House Silent Auction, each summer. You can view this years entries in Cowlicks and along the eaves at the entrance to the Garden's Plaza, and soon online at Friends of the Gardens 2011 Silent Auction Birdhouses . While these photos will only give you a only a look at the front of each house, you've got to stop by and look them over because sometimes the roof or sides are even more interesting! Bids will be taken on the birdhouses at the Gardens Store.

 

 

 

MISSION STATEMENT: Our mission is to promote and advance the welfare and development of the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens. To that end this group of dedicated members raises funds for special purposes to enhance the Gardens, increase community awareness, and encourage the use and enjoyment of the Gardens by the public. MEMBERSHIP Becoming a member of Friends of the Garden is a great way to add your support to the Gardens. (NOTE: FOG is a separate non-profit entity from Mendocino Coast Botanical Garden). Meetings are held the first Tuesday of almost every month, usually in the meeting room at the Gardens. Meetings start at 4:00, are usually less than an hour, and are followed by refreshments and a social time among the members. A bi-annual newsletter, "Out of the Fog", keeps everyone informed. Throughout the year, fundraisers are held to raise money for the Gardens. To become a F.O.G. member please contact Kittie Meredith at 707-962-0660 or onebratkat@aol.com.

Friends FUNdraisers:

• Birdhouse Sale; Birdhouses are decorated and then sold at the Birdhouse Silent Auction, which ends in a Final Bid Party. You can view this years entries in the Friends of the Gardens 2010 Silent Auction Birdhouses online. While these photos will only give you a only a look at the front of each house, you've got to stop by and look them over because sometimes the roof or sides are even more interesting! Bids are now being taken on the birdhouses at the Gardens Store.
• April Bake Sale; Bake sale held the Saturday of the Gardens' Spring Plant Sale.
• Centerpiece Auction & Potluck; June meeting of FOG; members sell their centerpieces.
• Lavender Day; Friends sell lavender bouquets,sachets, and more.
• Pack Rat Sale; The biggest garage sale on the coast.
• Art in the Gardens Breakfast; Breakfast for artists and volunteers at the Garden's big fundraiser, the first Saturday in August
• Holiday Centerpiece & Wreath Workshops and Sale; early December

. Please let us know which events and workshops you'd like to help with.