83rd NGC, Inc. Central Region Meeting
Federated Garden Clubs, of Iowa, Inc.
The Hotel Kirkwood, Cedar Rapids, IA
October 3-5, 2015
Arrive a day early at the Kirkwood Hotel and enjoy some of the area attractions including the Amana Colonies and Noelridge Park or just relax in the atrium or on the patio. There are some rooms blocked for Oct. 2nd.
CZECH OUT IOWA
Vitame Vas – ‘We Welcome You’
Saturday noon-4:00 p.m. There will be a tour by bus to Czech Museum and library, New Bo City Market and shopping in the village, antique shops gift shops, bakery, glassware and jewelry from Czech Republic.
Saturday evening dinner will be served followed by a power point presentation,“Lavender the Amazing Herb; How to Cook, Clean and Heal with It”, by Mary Hammer owner of Loess Hills Lavender Farm. She will cover all the benefits of lavender for cooking, as well as cleaning and the fact that it is antibacterial, antifungal, antiseptic as well as anesthetic. It is an amazing herb!
Sunday morning there will be an optional non-denominational Church Service at 7:00 a.m.
Following breakfast, Karen Phelps, Naturalist will give program entitled The Majestic Monarch Butterfly. During the presentation, we'll gain an understanding of its life cycle, and get a glimpse of the over wintering grounds in Mexico, as well as learn about the inherent threat to our beloved insect.
Sunday morning there will be an optional non-denominational Church Service at 7:00 a.m.
Lunch will be followed by a programentitled, “Wanted: Shady Characters”: hostas and their companions, by speaker Joshua Spece. We will explore the exciting world of hostas and shade perennials that thrive in the Midwest, with an emphasis on unique and the more uncommon varieties that will inspire you to look at your shady areas with newfound excitement!
Two workshops will follow “Air Plant Bubble-Scape” with Josh Spece. He will provide the 5” bubble, a “bubble creature”,and miscellaneous tiny bits of bark, pebbles, twigs, moss, and a variety of Tillandsias (Air Plants) to create your very own bubble-scape. You will also learn about caring for these strange, but easy-to-grow plants. The other workshop will be acraft made out of items found in nature. The cost is$25, which includesboth workshops. They will be offered twice.
A reception prior to Sunday Banquet will honor NGC President Sandy Robinson and Central Region Director Judy Newman. Following dinner the designing duo of Roberta Bowie and Roger Buhr will “Czech Out Iowa” and takeyou on a delightful journey depicting special aspects of Iowa.
Monday morning following breakfast, we will have a program on “Gardening with Conifers”,by speaker,Gary Whittenbaugh, Oelwein, IA. The Conifer story is fascinating and unique. See how the color, texture and form of conifers add year round beauty and contrast to gardens and landscapes. .
Please join us for fun and surprises on Monday. Youhave to be present to win!
Make new friends and reconnect with old ones,Oct. 3-5 in Cedar Rapids, IAat the 83rdAnnual Central Region Meeting and “Czech Out Iowa”atThe Hotel Kirkwood, Cedar Rapids.
Make room reservationsas soon as possible so you won't miss out staying where the meeting and activities are.
See you all in Iowa Oct 3-5, 2015
There once was a dormouse who lived in a bed
Of delphiniums (blue) and geraniums (red)
And all day long he’d a wonderful view of geraniums (red) and delphiniums (blue)
A.A. Milne
83rd Central Region Meeting
FEDERATED GARDEN CLUBS OF IOWA, INC.
Cordially invites you to attend
‘Czech Out Iowa’-- October 3-5, 2015
The Hotel Kirkwood, 7725 Kirkwood Boulevard SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
REGISTRATION FORM 83rd CENTRAL REGION MEETING, OCT. 3-5
Please print all information
NAME______
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ADDRESS______CITY______STATE_____ZIP______
PHONE______E-MAIL______for reservation confirmation
EMERGENCY CONTACT______
C.R. LIFE MEMBER______C.R. EXEC. COMMITTEE______C.R. CHAIRMAN______
PAST REGIONAL DIRECTOR______CLUB MEMBER______SPOUSE/GUEST______
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS______
FULL TIME REGISTRATION (deadline September 11) ...... $ 15.00 $ ______
PACKAGE PLAN includes 5 meals and 5 programs...... $140.00 $ ______
After Sept. 11th...... $165.00 $ ______
Non-denominational Church Service Sun. 7:00 a.m. in atrium (check if attending) ______
Oct. 3 -Sat. Bus Tour noon- 4:00 p.m. ………………………………………… $ 40.00 $______
Czech Museum, New Bo Market, shopping in the village
WORKSHOPS-BUBBLE SCAPE & NATURE ORN.) both for …………...... $ 25.00 $______
(Sunday Oct 4. Limited to the first 70 registrations, priority given to full time participants)
PART TIME REGISTRATION (deadline September 11 - after $30) ...... $ 20.00 $______
SATURDAY: Dinner and Program ...... $ 35.00 $______
SUNDAY: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and 3 Programs ………………………. $ 89.00 $______
MONDAY: Breakfast and Program ………………………………………… $ 21.00 $______
Non-denominational Church Service Sun. 7:00 a.m. in atrium (check if attending) ______
Oct. 3 -Sat. Bus Tour noon- 4:00 p.m. ………………………………………… $40.00 $______
Czech Museum, New Bo Market, shopping in the village
WORKSHOPS-BUBBLE SCAPE & NATURE ORN.) both for …………….. $25.00 $______
(Sunday, Oct. 4 limited to the first 70 registrations, priority given to full time participants, part time welcome as space allows)
Deadline for reservations is Sept. 11, 2015. TOTAL DUE $______
Make checks payable to: NGC Central Region Conventions
Mail to Terri Ewers, Registrar, 10712 Jonquil Ave, Clear Lake, IA 50428
Questions: Call 641-357-4139 or Email:
No cancellations after Sept. 11, 2015
Make room reservation directly with The Kirkwood Hotel 1-877-751-5111 www.thehotelkirkwood.com for more information on the Hotel Rate: All rooms will be $99.00 plus tax per night; Hotel reservation deadline Sept. 11, 2015.
Rooms blocked for Oct. 2, 3 & 4. Reservation code “Central Region Convention.”