FIND out what you can do, and what you should know at this special FREE event at the Arts & Ecology Centre in the Botanic Gardens, 2pm-3:30pm on Thursday, November 2.
The Friends of Maroochy Bushland Botanic Gardens have organised a special program that will discuss activities, plants and places that help our Sunshine Coast Biosphere become more sustainable and diverse.
Three speakers will put a spotlight on our Sunshine Coast Biosphere through improving our backyards and Botanic Gardens, as well as streets and parks.
Guests will then be able to participate in a discussion session and meet experts and like-minded citizens over a conversational Afternoon Tea.
In ‘The Backyard Series’, Liz Capelin, SCC, will describe the role of these practical workshops in helping locals learn about local flora and create sustainable, biodiverse gardens for the future.
‘Greening our Suburbs’ with Jason McDowall, SCC, will explain how council approaches the challenges of selecting species for street trees and parks in an age of climate change.
‘How Regional Botanic Gardens contribute to the worldwide botanical scene’ will explain the importance of botanic gardens for education and science, as well as recreation at our local level, presented by Dr Nita C Lester, consulting botanist, botanical artist and publisher. Please register by email to help catering and planning: friendsofMRBBG@gmail.com.
