Garfield Park Events for March-April 2009

Garfield Park Hours:
Burrello Family Center, 2345 Pagoda Drive
Mon. 9:30a-9:00p, Tues. 11:00a-9:00p, Wed. 9:30a-9:00p, Thurs. 11:00a-9:00p, Fri. 9:30a-8:00p, Sat. 9:30a-4:30p
Garfield Park Arts Center, 2432 Conservatory Drive
Mon. Closed, Tues. 1:00p-5:00p, Wed. 1:00p-5:00p, Thur. 1:00p-5:00p, Fri. 1:00p-5:00p, Sat. 10:00a-5:00p, Sun. 1:00p-5:00p
Garfield Park Conservatory, 2505 Conservatory Drive
Mon.-Sat. 10:00am-5:00p, Sun. 1:00p-5:00p
Sunken Gardens
10:00a-5:00p, through Apr. 14, 7 days a week

To sign up for any of the following activities at Garfield Park, you can call Indy Parks at 317-327-PARK or visit the Burrello Family Center at the park.A registration form is located on the website for Indy Parks as well.

Club Meetings
The following clubs have their meetings at the Garfield Park Conservatory and are open to the public:
• Garfield Park Conservatory
• Central Indiana Orchid Society
• Circle City Aquarium Club
• Garfield Park Master Gardeners
• Indianapolis Bonsai Club
• Indy African Violet Society
Please call 317-327-7580 for meeting dates and times.

Arts Events and Classes

Through the Lens III
All Ages, Mar. 13th-Apr. 3rd, Fri., 6:00p-9:00p, FREE
The Indiana Photographic Society celebrates “Beautiful Indiana” with its third annual Through the Lens Exhibit. Society artists will show their work in both black & white and color photography. The exhibit will be open from March 13-April 3 during Garfield Park Arts Center regular hours.

Central Indiana Youth Barbershop Chorus
Ages 12-18, Ongoing, Wed., 6:45p-8:45p, FREE
The Central Indiana Youth Chorus is a chorus of young men and women ages 12-18 who sing 4-part a cappella barbershop music. The chorus meets every Wednesday from 6:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. at the Garfield Park Arts Center, 2332 Conservatory Drive. For more information, call 474-1637 or visit www.ciybc.org.

Nature and Gardening

Jungle Tales – Garfield Park Conservatory
Ages 2-5, Mar. 10th and/or Apr. 14th, 10:00a-11:00a, $2 per class
This program focuses on a different nature-related topic each month.Activities may be messy and might be outside.Dress appropriately.A parent is expected to stay with each child.

Junior Gardener Club – Garfield Park Conservatory
Ages 6-12, Mar. 14th and/or Apr. 11th, 11:00a-Noon, FREE
Come out to the Conservatory for a fun-filled garden lesson and activity. The Club will focus on a different topic each month.

Tropical Trees – Garfield Park Conservatory
Ages 8-14, Apr. 25th, Sat., 2:00p-3:00p, $3
Did you know that most of our fruits and spices come from the tropics? Come see some of these cool trees in the Conservatory and learn about some of their unique adaptations.

Starting a Vegetable Garden – Garfield Park Conservatory
Ages 18+, Mar. 14th, Sat., 1:00p-2:00p, $3
Want to grow your own food? Find out how to get started planning and planting your garden.

Escape to the Tropics – Garfield Park Conservatory
Ages 1+, Mar. 6th, Fri., 6:00p-8:00p, FREE
Bring the family to enjoy a tropical festival. Grab your favorite floral shirt and come enjoy crafts, refreshments, games and more! Learn what life is like for people who live in the tropical rainforests.

African Violet Show – Garfield Park Conservatory
All Ages, Apr. 25th, Sat., 10:00a-5:00p, FREE
The Indy African Violet Society presents their annual show featuring a variety of these common house plants, including some for sale. Society members will also be available to answer questions.

Reptile and Amphibian Show – Garfield Park Conservatory
All Ages, Mar. 21st, Sat., 10:00a-2:00p, FREE
Join the Conservatory in welcoming the Hoosier Herpetology Society and their cold-blooded friends. Come and see a variety of different reptiles and amphibians from both Indiana and the tropics.

Spring Bulb Show - Garfield Park Conservatory
All Ages, Mar. 27th-Apr. 3rd, Mon.-Sun., $2-$5 depending on age
It’s springtime at the Garfield Conservatory! Come see our stunning display of tulips and other spring blooms against the backdrop of our permanent tropical collection. The bulbs will be for sale beginning April 4 at 10AM. Flowers are sold on a first come, first served basis and prices will vary.

Orchid Show - Garfield Park Conservatory
All Ages, Apr. 18th-19th, Sat. and Sun., FREE
This weekend, the Garfield Conservatory will be filled with a variety of blooming orchids from across the state. Come check out this event is presented by the Central Indiana Orchid Society. Vendors will also be available with orchids for sale.

Fitness and Sports

Taijiquan at the Conservatory
Ages 18+, Tues. & Fri., 8:30a-9:15a, many dates thru Mar. & Apr., $35 for 8 classes
Taijiquan is a holistic health improvement system. In this course, you’ll learn practical ways to achieve many of the treasures Taujuquan offers and establish a foundation on which you can base a lifetime of improvement. Call instructor Matthew Hays at (317) 985-7542 for more information.

Garfield Park Fitness Class - Garfield Park Burrello Family Center
Ages 18+, Mar. 30th-May 8th, MWF, 10:00a-11:00a, $30, 18 classes
Class consists of warm-up, simple beginning steps, walking, small kicks. Work on legs, abdominal muscles, and thighs. After class, learn to use the weight equipment properly.

Indy in Motion - Garfield Park Burrello Family Center
Ages 18+, Ongoing, MWF, 5:30p-6:30p, FREE
Indy in Motion is a total fitness and health program initiative through the Marion County Health Department. There will be incentive awards for regular participation in activities. All activities are free. For more information, call 221-3122.

Garfield Park Weight Room
Ages 18+, Ongoing

Garfield Spring Coed BB League- Garfield Park Burrello Family Center
Ages 10-13, Apr. 13th-Jun. 18th, MWTh, 5:00p-9:00p, $40, 30 classes
This league is designed to improve players’ skills, through inter-league play.

Garfield Spring Coed BB League - Garfield Park Burrello Family Center
Ages 6-9, Apr. 18th-Jun. 26th, WFSat., 11:00a, $40, 30 classes
This league is designed to improve players’ skills, through inter-league play. Registration for this program will start on Feb. 6.

Garfield Spring Basketball League - Garfield Park Burrello Family Center
Ages 14-16, Apr.-Jun. 17th, 5:30p-8:30p, $40, 30 classes
This league is designed to improve players’ skills through inter league play. Registration for this program will start on Feb. 6.