Inside The New York Botanical Garden
Posted in Photography on December 16 2010, by Plant Talk
In the mornings, when we’re all exiting the train at Botanical Garden Station, this stand of pampas grass is all atwitter with a flock of sparrows that call it home.
Pampas Grass (photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen)
Posted in Photography on December 15 2010, by Plant Talk
Not Christmas lights. Sunlight.
In the Ross Conifer Arboretum (Photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen)
Posted in Photography on December 14 2010, by Plant Talk
A little afternoon “Eye Candy” for you. It snowed overnight in New York City, and we all woke up to a winter wonderland.
There’s nothing that gets us in the holiday spirit quite like a pretty little snowfall (especially one that doesn’t stick around too long, turning into gray mush).
So if you come for a visit today (the Garden is open until 6 p.m. after all!) wear a nice, warm pair of boots.
And remember the Holiday Train Show and Gingerbread Adventures are both inside!
Posted in Holiday Train Show on December 14 2010, by Plant Talk
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On Sunday, as promised a month ago, I was finally able to bring my nephews, ages 2 and 5, up to the Holiday Train Show. They were blown away by the experience and were predictably thrilled to see their good buddy Thomas in attendance.
What surprised me was when my older nephew, Jasper, grabbed my hand while I was snapping a picture. Jasper pulled me down to his level and said “Annie, you’re not taking the right pictures. Can I try?” And so, with a slight hesitation, I turned over my trusty G9 to the tiny hands of my nephew.
Posted in Photography on December 14 2010, by Plant Talk
Many a Garden worker and visitor begins their trip to Botanical Garden Station at the grande dame of American train terminals under the watchful eye of Pegasus.
The Great Hall at Grand Central Terminal (photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen)
Posted in Photography on December 13 2010, by Plant Talk
A shot of color for your Monday morning.
Floral Design, Sans Flowers (photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen)
Posted in Photography on December 12 2010, by Plant Talk
It’s seed catalog season again! Tell us: Which are your favorites?
Seeds at the Nolen Greenhouses (photo by Ivo M. Vermeulen)
Posted in Programs and Events on December 11 2010, by Plant Talk
Larry Lederman, photographer and friend of the Garden (he’s a member of our Advisory Board), has a beautiful exhibit of large-scale tree photographs up right now in the lobby of the amazing Four Seasons restaurant in Manhattan. Stop by when you need a break from all your Christmas shopping!
Larry Lederman at The Four Seasons (photo (of the photo) by Ivo M. Vermeulen)
Posted in Shop/Book Reviews on December 10 2010, by Plant Talk
In addition to being the creator of BronxMama, Nicole Perrino is also a full-time graduate student. Having been in college for the past five years and only working part time, Nicole prides herself on her ”frugalista” skills–throwing birthday parties, holiday gatherings, and decorating her house–all on a small budget. Friends love turning to her for help when it’s their turn to plan an event.
Nicole’s picks are based on the premise that if you really put thought into a gift for someone, you don’t have to spend time worrying if you spent enough on each person. It’s a sentiment evident in Nicole’s thoughtful list of “Favorite Things” for holiday gift giving.
Posted in Holiday Train Show on December 10 2010, by Plant Talk
There’s no denying it. Here at The New York Botanical Garden, we love trains. There’s our amazing Holiday Train Show, of course. There’s Tootle the Train™, who made his world debut on the stage right here in the Bronx. We’ve got the Little Engine that Could™, and we hear that Thomas™ will be stopping by for a visit, too. So why not take the train to come see the trains?
To help you do just that, we’ve teamed up with New York City’s MTA New York City Transit! Through December 17, 2010, and then again January 4 – 7, 2011, show your MetroCard you’ll save 30% on weekday tickets to the Train Show! There’s some fine print, of course, so head over to the MTA’s site and check out all the details, and be sure to plan your trip using Trip Planner–it’ll provide you with step-by-step directions to the Garden, while factoring in any planned service changes.
The Holiday Train Show at The New York Botanical Garden is an entire day of fun for the whole family … especially when you take the train to see the trains!