Discovery in the Garden

Friday, June 5

Discovery in the Garden Tours are self guided tours. Tickets unfold to show a map of the garden tour area, and directional signs are out on June 5th to assist visitors in locating the gardens. Guests may choose to start at any of the gardens or at the boutique and luncheon at Greenfield Hill Congregational Church.

Gardens are signed as House #1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. Brief descriptions are included in the ticket. Programs with detailed descriptions are available at each of the houses and at Greenfield Hill Congregational Church. Garden hostesses who are familiar with the gardens will be on site to answer questions.
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The Discovery in the Garden Catered Luncheon will take place this year on the lawns of Greenfield Hill Congregational Church adjacent to The Discovery in the Garden boutique. The menu includes a variety of wraps, salads, beverages and cookies. The event is part of The Discovery in the Garden Tour and is a benefit for The Discovery Museum and Planetarium. The luncheon is very popular and tickets are limited on the day of the event. 11:30 - 2:00
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The charming Discovery in the Garden Boutique features the finest items from distinctive merchants and one-of-a-kind artisans. Items range from vintage accessories and gift items to jewelry, stationery, custom belts and gifts for your garden. This year’s boutique is has greatly expanded at our new larger venue at the Greenfield Congregational Church to include many more top notch vendors. 10:00 - 3:00
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NEW this year - Connecticut Orchid Society Sale on the grounds of Greenfield Hill Congregational Church. 10:00 - 3:00

Saturday, June 6

Starlight in the Garden, a celebratory cocktail party, will take place at a private home on Sasco Hill Road from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Ticket prices begin at $100. For more information, contact Donna Curran, Director of Development, The Discovery Museum (203) 372-3521 x 123.

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The Garden Tour will be held
rain or shine.

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Thank you to the many volunteers who have made this tour possible and to the photographers who graciously have agreed to share their photos of the event with us.

We are especially grateful to the homeowners of our very special gardens.

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This year’s Garden Tour is supported by:

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and

The Hatfield Insurance Agency

The Discovery Museum is located at 4450 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, Conn. Founded in 1958 and open to the public since 1962, the Discovery Museum is a non-profit organization that serves as a major regional educational resource, presenting physical science, technology and space exploration, with an emphasis on interactive exhibits. Proceeds from Discovery in the Garden will be used to maintain high quality educational programs for school children, and provide for important community outreach programs for inner city children.

2009

Garden Tour Chairman
Stephanie Thompson

Committee Chairs

Garden Symposia & Education
Gerard Pampalone
Alison Wachstein
Garden Hostesses
Catherine Friedline
Caroline Gravanis
Heather Woodworth
Master Gardeners
Cynthia Carlson
Luncheon
Cindy Sammarco
Jennifer Tobin
Boutique
Julie Low
Cathy MacKay
Security
Siobhan Ebers
Kate Novotny
Signage and Traffic
Dorinda Beglin
Noelle McCulloch
Doris Rowe
Program
Lisa Clair
Sarah Donovan
Junior Committee
Tiffany Garrity
Advisor
Alloe Stokes

The Discovery in the Garden Junior Committee
was established in 2004, as an opportunity for science and nature-loving children to become involved in the signature fundraiser for The Discovery Museum. The children quickly became an important and well-loved part of the Tour, serving an important function in helping at the boutiques and luncheon on the grounds of the Trinity Church in Southport. In their distinctive green aprons, emblazoned with “Discovery in the Garden Junior Committee,” they add a splash of color, youth and charm to the delightful day. Payton Garrity is this year’s Junior Committee Chair. Committee members are Jessica Ferrante, Colleen Lambert, Kelly Zemola, Stephanie McCarthy and Kate Thompson .