AT THE FOUNDATION COMMUNICATION AMONG FRIENDS IN THE CALIFORNIA ARBORETUM FOUNDATION QUEEN ANNE R. KIRK EVANS TO HEAD FOUNDATION FOR SECOND YEAR The Board of Trustees of the Califor- nia Arboretum Foundation unanimously elected R. Kirk Evans as its president to lead the organization for a second year. Elected to serve with him are: Dr. Craig Potter, first vice-president; Alice Frost homas, second vice-president; R. Bruce McCallum, secretary-treasurer. Mr. Evans said he was proud of the accomplishments of the Foundation’s 37th year. He recalled the many foreign visitors to the gardens during the Summer Olympic games and the tour sheet pro- vided for them in six languages; Wendy Sekovich’s immensely popular Adult Education classes; the success of major plant and garden shows; the wonderful volunteers from Las Voluntarias y Los Ayudantes; construction of the koi pond; enhancements in the Historical area at the Hugo Reid Adobe; the success of the matching fund program. Evans says, “Of course, this only hits the surface and leaves out many impor- tant names and projects and passes way too quickly over the thousands of volun- teer hours spent on the Arboretum’s behalf.” “It is our members interest, our Trus- tees’ dedication, volunteer action and staff services which make the gardens an exciting and beautiful place to visit.” In thanking Committee Chairmen, president Evans thanked Alice Thomas for her role in many aspects of the garden’s activities including member- ship and Huck Finn Day. He singled out Jim Curry for his on- going job guiding the Building Committee. He praised Robin Stafford for her upbeat leadership of Las Voluntarias y Los Ayudantes which is responsible for the success of our large plant shows, major fund raising events as well as His- torical areas and the Garden of All Seasons. (Continued on Page 2) AUGUST-SEPTEMBER FROLIC SET FOR SEPT. 13 LAS VOLUNTARIAS Y LOS AYUDANTES — THE VOLUNTEERS, THE HELPERS It is the green and white badge which distinguishes these special people. The badge indicates a member of Las Volun- tarias y Los Ayudantes, the volunteers and the helpers of the California Arbore- tum Foundation. We salute this large group of volun- teers in recognition of the thousands of hours spent enhancing the gardens, assisting visitors, planning and carrying out the major events at the Arboretum, such as the Queen Anne Frolic. The group was started by Maria Ste- wart, wife of William S. Stewart, director of the Arboretum from 1955 to 1969. She and 25 friends met as the Historical Committee interested mostly in the Queen Anne Cottage and the Hugo Reid Adobe. They would keep the cottage and the adobe clean adding fresh flowers to colorfully improve the setting of these historic buildings. Joy Otte and Miriam Kirk were two of the original group who still maintain a sustaining membership in the group. Joy has reported recently that early meetings were held upstairs in the Coach Barn. Everyone brought a sack lunch which was put in the corner while the cleaning activities ensued. Meeting for lunch, the group often found that mice had dug into their lunch sacks, beginning without them. Although Betty Duffield served as the first chairman, Alice Thomas was the first president of “Las Vols.” During Ali- ce’s term by-laws were written and activ- ities expanded to volunteer aid throughout the garden. Membership now stands at 261 active, 32 provisional and 28 sustaining. COLUMN WILL RETURN Wendy Sekovich’s column will return in the next edition of “At the Foundation” with Fall garden hints. GOOD OLD FASHIONED FUN PLANNED The California Arboretum Foundation will sponsor the Queen Anne Frolic Fri- day, September 13 giving members and friends a chance to enjoy an evening’s entertainment on the green between the Coach Barn and the 100 year old Queen Anne Cottage. Included in the evening will be a buffet dinner, a variety of musical entertain- ment including the Home Savings Band which will play old favorites for after- dinner dancing. Invitations will be mailed to Founda- tion members. Therein will be informa- tion concerning times and ticket costs. (As always, further information can be obtained by calling the Foundation office, (818) 447-8207.) Reservations are necessary for the Queen Anne Frolic. The party begins the minute you enter the gardens. You will be met by Jerry Reilly’s Dixieland Band, the Band that “wowed ’em” at Huck Finn Day. The Arboretum Tram will speed you to the Hugo Reid Adobe. Here, you will be greeted by a Mariachi Band. As Virginia Wilson, chairman of the event for Las Voluntarias y Los Ayu- dantes comments, “It is really going to be a musical evening!” Mrs. Wilson continues, “We hope to see a large number of our guests in Vic- torian attire. We think it adds to the color of the evening at the Arboretum.” In fact, those wearing 1890’s costumes will be photographed and presented with an 8 x 10 picture. What a fantasy! Dressed as Elias J., Anita or Clara Bald- win or one of their many ranch guests, riding the acreage in one of the available old cars or surry, pulling up in front of the Queen Anne Cottage and waltzing grandly through the parlours on a spe- cially guided tour. It will be quite an evening. The “old fashioned” surroundings are here. We need you as a guest. 1985-1986 BOARD OF TRUSTEES CALIFORNIA ARBORETUM . FOUNDATION R. Kirk Evans, President Dr. Craig Potter, First Vice Pres. Mrs. Dudley Thomas, Second Vice Pres. R. Bruce McCallum, Treasurer Mrs. Guilford C. Babcock Mrs. Charles Baillie Mrs. Robert J. Banning Hugh Barton Mrs. Hannah G. Bradley Clifton Comstock, Sr. George Fasching Mrs. John Hoffman Mrs. Eileen F. Hume Mrs. John A. Grivich Henry B. Jordan Mrs. Leland Larson Mrs. Richard F. Miller James J. Nichols Mrs. Gary Overturf William Peters Robert E. Paradise Richard M. Ray Frank Regan F. Harold Roach John Shepherd Mrs. William Rider Witliam Tomlinson R. Kirk Evans to Head Foundation (Continued from Page 1) Frank Regan was thanked for his work as chairman of Special Events Commit- tee and the new ground that group is covering. Jack Shepherd’s Planning Committee was commended for its role in shaping the Foundation future. The Fund Raising Committee under the direction of Dick Ray was accorded high marks for its first year effort. Bill Peters, Chairman of the Public Information Committee, and editor of our fine newsletter, “At The Foundation.” Wedding Coordinator, Eileen Hume, was thanked for her continuing efforts with wedding groups. Finally, Evans thanked the Foundation Staff: Mary Ann Peckham, Executive Secretary; Joan Malafronte, Administra- tive Assistant; George Boyer, Accoun- tant; Lonna Brock, Membership Secretary; He reported their efforts keep the work of the Foundation moving smoothly due to their extraordinary hard work and continued enthusiasm. PATTY RIDER TO LEAD “LAS VOLS” At the June 10 General Meeting of Las ‘Voluntarias y Los Ayudantes, Mrs. Wil- liam (Patty) Rider was elected president; Jane Feldstein, first vice-president, membership; Jane Kaler second vice- president, volunteer coordinator. Patty was welcomed to the Board of Trustees by president Kirk Evans at the Trustee’s June 18 board meeting saying “Las Vols” is the important volunteer arm of the California Arboretum Foundation. Mrs. Rider said, “Robin Stafford will be difficult to follow, but “Las Vols” has such wonderful people to work with that Patty is a native of St. Louis, Mo, anda graduate of Washington University, St. Louis. She has recently served as coor- dinator of the State pre-school program and Child Development Center for Mon- rovia Schools. She and her husband, Bill, have lived in Arcadia 26 years. They have three grown children. The family’s interest in the Arboretum stems from classes her children took at the Arboretum. She says she hopes to continue the long history of accomplish- ment “Las Vols” have been responsible for in the past. | am looking forward to the year very much.” LAS VOLUNTARIAS Y LOS AYUDANTES HONOR LONG TIME MEMBERS Recognized at the June 10 General Meeting of Las Vols were 77 valuable volunteers. Ten year members were presented Sterling Silver pins of the Foun- dation logo. Fifteen year members received a silver pin with a shield. 15+ YEAR MEMBERS Mary Atkinson Marilyn Bochte Margaret Dean Jean Edwards Win Henke Louise Jackson Grace Robinson Anne Slavik Phyllis Soza Betty Wall Marion Webb 10 + YEAR MEMBERS Doris Allen irma Annala Jean Atkinson Dorothy Aylstock Joyce Bauer Paul Bock Cathy Cathcart Phyllis Chapman Jessie Chittenden Jeane Escherich Alice Ferl Elizabeth Gammell Helen Gould Edna Haley Elsie Haugsted Eleanore Herzberg Mary Hill Elaine Hoffman June Hoffman Eileen Hume Jo Iske Marie Jack Madeline Jacobs Susie Jensen Esther Jones Kay Julien Dorothy Kay Miriam Kirk (Charter member) Clare Leonard Marilyn Llewellyn Henriette Lumby Joan Malafronte Margaret Mauk Siby Minton Edith Nordvold Ida L. Ward O’Dell Jeane O’Mara Annie Laurie Opel Joy Otte (Charter member) Carol Overturf Rosemary Miller Palfre Louise Phelps Jan Pennycook John Pujol Verna Rooney Wendy Rouze Pat Sewell Virginia Shelley Julie Smith Emily Smith Julia Stoneman Ilona Sutheim Alice Thomas Natasha Tiessen Carolyn Toomb Ronnie Virgadamo COMING EVENTS SEPT. 7 and 8 — 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. — Ayres Hall Ivy Show. A nationwide sampling of ivy cultivars will be on display at the American Ivy Society Convention hosted by the California chapter. Hanging baskets and table centerpie- ces will show off the many different ivies with leaves that may be curly, lacy or flecked with gold. One display will feature miniature ivies and another will show antique curiosities such as “Small Deal” and “Paper Doil,” an ivy whose leaves look as if they had been snipped into erratic designs witha scissors. During two demonstrations each day, visitors can learn how to create their own hanging ivy baskets. Four horticulturists will also talk about how to keep ivy healthy by controlling diseases, insects and irrigation. Some ivy plants will also be for sale. Sponsored by the California Arboretum Foundation. SEPT. 13 — Queen Anne Frolic — 5:30 to 11:00 Historic Section — Ayres Hall SEPT. 22 — 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Turtle and Tortoise Show. reacts gee box pines obs iguanas are some of ther the 21st annual show held by the California Turtle and ae toise Club, Foothill Chapter. Exotic frogs, such as the bright orange and blue African frog, and several baby alligators are also slated to be on display. Members will be present to answer questions and disperse “Adopt-a-Tortoise” forms as well as sell plants and turtle-related items and jewelry. Spon- sored by the California Arboretum Foundation. SEPT. 28-29 — 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. — Ayres Hall Bonsai Show. Over 100 displays of trees trained in ancient oriental bonsai form are the highlights of the annual Ake- bono Bonsai Society show. All styles of bonsai, including mame, formal, upright and cascade will be prominently dis- played. Demonstrations teaching bonsai training and care techniques will be given daily at 2 p.m. Members will also be present throughout the two-day event to answer questions and sell plants and bonsai-related items as well as pass out literature. Sponsored by the California Arboretum Foundation. AUGUST 17 & 18 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Ayres Hall Art exhibit. Over 75 artworks by members of the 35-year-old Pomona Valley Arts League will be showcased at the mixed- media show. While most of the displayed works will follow a plants and flowers theme, abstracts and portraits will also be included. The 300 members of the league specialize in oils, watercolor, sculpture and jewelry. Sponsored by the Califor- nia Arboretum Foundation. AUGUST 31 through SEPTEMBER 2 — 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. — Ayres Hall Fern and exotic plant show. Very unusual ferns will highlight the annual Los Angeles International Fern Society Show. Bamboos, aloes, lilies and other exotic plants will also be show- cased. Terrariums will be displayed, illustrating options for exotic plant lovers living in apartments. Ferns, terrariums, and exotic plants will be sold by members who will also answer questions. Sponsored by the California Arboretum Foundation. SOCIETIES MEET AT ARBORETUM — YOU'RE INVITED 1985 SOCIETY MEETINGS Akebono Bonsai Society Arcadia an en Club Aril Soc Beane Society iiss Gabriel Valley Each edition of “At the Foundation” lists Coming Events designed to encour- age full participation in Arboretum activities. Here, you will find the name of as many as 22 societies which meet monthly advancing knowledge of spe- cial plants. As you scan Coming Events we hope you will be tempted to check into one of the wide variety of plant interests draw- ing aS many as 40 people to meetings, hundreds to shows. Last September’s edition listed, for instance, the Fern Show which ran three days and featured collections of ferns, carniverous plants, orchids, bromeliads and philodendrons. The listing revealed that “Herbs used for cooking and fra- grance will also be gee among the hundreds of displa But, finally, his ‘Society members ..” You see, thatis the invitation for you to review this, or the lvy Show, or the Orchid Show, or the Rose Show to spot your horticultural interest. it is, as well, the opportunity to meet the friendly members of these groups. Leaders of these Societies want you to into a meeting, invading alien territory in a conspicuous manner. Thatis why most Society presidents recommend the shows held throughout the year as a chance to explore the depth of your interest in special plants and get to meet members as well. It is hard not to envy those who have become expert in, say, herbs or bego- nias; or those who easily say epiphylium or shohin. For your help we are listing the names of all Societies now meeting at the Arboretum. Our Coming Events listing will keep you up to date but for complete information call the Grounds Superin- tendent’s office at (818) 446-8251, ext. 28. Ask for Mary Ann Camperi. Bromeliad ae at Cactus and Succulent, San Gabriel Valley Cactus and Succulent of America Camellia Society, Southern California Camellia Society, Temple City Cymbidium Society of America, San Gabriel Valley Entomological ee of Southern Californi Epiphyllum Society of Amer Fern Society, Angeles inte Geranium Soci Herb See at pees Southern Califo enidiona Ws and ome Society, Southern Californ Iris Society, ee California Orchid A seagate ee Gabriel Valley Pacific Rose Soc Rare Fruit arouse Souther California Santa Anita Bonsai Society Shohin Bonsai ss bea *““For any information on the above societies, contact Mary Ann at (818) 446-8251, ext. 28. | BIUIOJeD ‘eIpeHy ‘ON Wad d 39ViSOd ‘SN NOILVZINVDYO L!d40OHd NON Jean O’Toole Dr/M W. Redfern Mrs. R. F. Miller Mrs. Wm. A. Allen William Smith Martin F. Leahy M/M Ralph Frank Jr. Mark & Ev Schaefer Mrs. John Waugh Betty Turzan Wilma Schmalzried Hird Kamer Elmo & Leora Robey Randolph Sage Margaret Malm Milene Marion Richard Bromley Billie June McCaskell M/M Maurice J. Noble Owen J. Ward Gloria J. Botsford Jane Hefflefinger M/M David Malafronte Dr. Ruth Allen. S. Tulchinsky M/M Richard Lauter Stevens Nurseries & Hardware M/M Leo Best Nancy E. Warner MD Dianne Krumm Mrs. Doreen E. Heater Florence B. Collins Hugh F. Calvin Earlene Samways Sabine Horner Nora & William Cole Baikoen Bonsai Kenkyukai Alice Frost Thomas Mary McBroom Roger W. Borneman R. D. Ryan M/M Bradford M. Mishler Susie Jensen M/M Metro Hubiak M/M T. Andrews Dan W. Deil Sharon Stearns H. J. Schlueter June E. Hoffman M/M Jack R. Supple Robert G. Hale M/M R. A. Burkhart 2692-90016 VO ‘eIpeay enuaAy UIMpjeg ULVION LOE uolepunoy wnjeloqiy eBlusOjeD OUR MATCHING FUND IS GROWING! The California Arboretum Foundation Thanks These Special People M/M W. P. Hazen M/M Philip Sacks Wm. B. Kirkland Susan E. Sothern Linda Parsonson Janet K. Nagle Mrs. Earle James Wilson M/M James Nakata John L. Pujol M/M Henry Schwiebert Edward J. Kormondy Anonymous Donor Harold R. Young Candy Gruber M/M John N. Fehrer Mrs. Henry Tesse John & Frances Blumer M/M Leland Larson Ms. Frances S. LaMar Morgan Evans Dr/M Melvin W. Anderson Mary A. Thomas Floralia Guild Chapt. 20 Ruth K. Richardson M/M Robert A. Frenchick Wm. & Dorothy Stumbo Janet T. Abney George A. Bolte M/M Keith J. Smith Virginia B. Buckler Sue Redman Donald & Ruth Morrison A. M. Cassidy Karen J. Teaford Joan G. Adelman Mrs. John C. Miles Mrs. Howard B. Schow M/M H. D. Libby Glad & Bill Baquet M/M Hite Monrovia Nursery M/M Frank H. Ott Mrs. Eleanor Roman Paul Cantalupo MD Mrs. George J. Otte Carol C. Clover Marilyn Llewellyn M/M William V. Hull M/M Landell Ludwig M/M G. W. Beadle Frank & Helen Pekny Mrs. Ellen Rennick (Partial List—Continued Next Issue)