March 5th Meeting at the Wellesley Free Library

NESBA ( The New England Society of Botanical Artists) has graciously invited us to their meeting, also at the library , where Dr. Kristen Bomblies will give a talk titled: "Illustration and Science: Keeping Art Alive." The lecture begins at 10:30 AM with refreshments/mingling to follow. Stick around for our own Deborah Friedman's and Kendra Ferreira's cp exhibit entitled Rock/Candy. Opening reception is from 2-4 PM. The above events are free. For directions do to www.wellesleyfreelibrary.org. Contact Laurie at lbebick@verizon.net.

Rodger Williams Botanical Garden Sketching Trip February 13th 12 PM

Need a cure for the winter doldrums? Come sketch at the largest indoor garden in New England, located in Rodger Williams Park in Providence RI. We will meet at noon just inside the front doors. Sketch to your hearts content among mini tropical forests, waterfalls, and beautiful flowers. Cost for admission is 3 dollars. Address: 1 Floral Avenue, Providence, RI 02905. Web site: www.providenceri.com/botanical-center. Weather permitting of course! Hope to see you there. Contact Laurie at lbebick@verizon.net if you plan to attend.