Friday, June 12, 2009

June 13 ~ NPC to Participate in Community Event in Eastchester

Stop by and say "hi" to two of our Steering Committee members on Saturday, June 13 at Green Day Celebration and Summit. Kim and Lucille will have a table with information about The NPC and are looking forward to talking about native plants with you.

Bronxville, Eastchester and Tuckahoe are sponsoring the event at Eastchester Town Hall located at 40 Mill Road, Eastchester, NY 10709

The event is free and will be held Rain or Shine from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Various tents will be set up and other indoor events include educational demonstrations and exhibits for your enjoyment.

Bring your own re-usable mug for a free cup of coffee.

There will be a performance by world-renowned Solar Punch the all solar-powered folk rock band. You'll also enjoy the Musical Munchkins, SHA!Capella, Annie and the Natural Wonder Band and Kristina Con Vita.

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

So the Rain's Got You Down ~ Well It's Working Wonders in The NPC Gardens

Looking for something to do this weekend? Take a ride over to The Native Plant Center, park in Lot # 1 and enjoy the scenery. Click on photos to enlarge. While you're here,















have a seat on Betsy's bench,


























or just stop and smell the roses.






















Wear your walking shoes and enjoy a walk around the Westchester Community College Campus. Do you you the history of your community college? Click here to read more about Hartford Hall.





Tuesday, June 9, 2009

400 Years after Henry Hudson and Samuel de Champlain

Sunday was a day full of sunshine and adventure as Westchester County residents flocked to Hudson River Fest.

The Native Plant Center had a chance to display native plants and literature to inform residents about The Center.
















Lyndhurst was the ideal setting for the County to celebrate its 400th Anniversary.