What's On
FGBG EVENT CALENDAR: 'YEAR AT A GLANCE'
November
Wednesday 27 November: Friends' Christmas Picnic, 1.00 pm - 3.00 pm
This year the Friends’ annual Christmas picnic in the Gardens will be held on Wednesday 27th November from 1.00 pm-3.00 pm at the Visitor Facility, to accommodate those who have been unable to attend evening celebrations in the past. All members and their partners are invited to come and share your support in an afternoon of fun and friendship. BYO picnic and drinks. BYO alcohol is permitted, and tea/coffee will be provided. A silent auction of plants and assorted items will add to the fun, as well as a raffle sold and drawn on the day to members and their guests. RSVP to the office: 03 5229 0071
December
Saturday 7 December: Summer Plant Sale, 10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Entry is from the Gardens only. Looking for something different and priced well below major retail outlets? Come and be tempted by our Salvias, Pelargoniums, Australian Plants, Perennials, Grasses and Succulents, sourced from our beautiful Botanic Gardens. Access can be arranged from Nursery for pickup of plant purchases.
Sunday 8 December: Themed guided walk 'Native Plants and their Pollinators', 2.00 pm at the Front Gates
The pollination of plants is integral to their reproduction and survival. Come and learn about the differing ways native plants are pollinated. Hear how native plants can provide habitat for local native fauna to encourage pollinators such as small birds, butterflies, native bees, lizards, frogs and bats. Meet your guide at the front gates, gold coin donation is appreciated.
DURING THE HOLIDAYS
- No Guided Walk on Wednesday 25 December and Sunday 29 December
- For Plant Nursery dates, check the Friends’ website in December.
- The Office will be closed from Monday 23 December.
JANUARY 2025
- The Office will re-open on Monday 6 January at 10.00 am.
FEBRUARY 2025
Thursday 20 and 27 February, 9.30 am - 11.30 am
The Friends of Geelong Botanic Gardens will host a special guided walk for Geelong seniors. You will be in the hands of trained guides offering an introduction to Geelong's garden jewel, Geelong Botanic Gardens. This will be followed by a professionally catered morning tea and a welcome to the gardens by members of the Friends, who wish to encourage seniors to actively enjoy the ever-changing gardens and learn a little about the plant collections, in the company of other seniors.
Bookings: 5229 0071 or info@friendsgbg.org.au You will receive confirmation itinerary. Free
FOR MORE POSITIVE AGEING ACTIVITIES: 2024 PROGRAM
WEEKLY PLANT SALES
The Friends’ Plant Nursery is open every Wednesday from 9.30 am to 12.30 pm showcasing a wide selection of plants sourced from the Geelong Botanic Gardens.
Located at the rear of the GBG.
WEEKLY GUIDED WALKS
Every Wednesday at 11.00 am, and Sunday at 2.00 pm.
For more information, or to make a booking, contact the Friends’ office on 5229 0071 between 10.00 am and 1.00 pm Monday to Friday.
