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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240612
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SUMMARY:Summer Strolls Program
DESCRIPTION:Deepen Your Connection With Nature\nStrolls for Well-Being is a complimentary seasonal program at Bloedel Reserve that supports connection with nature through a series of 12 self-guided walks. \nWe invite those interested in deepening their connection to nature to join\, and no experience or special knowledge is needed. New participants receive a guidebook with instruction and inspiration for 12 distinct mindfulness-based walks through the Reserve. Each walk is built around a theme such as joy\, awareness\, or gratitude\, and the walks are designed around locations within the Reserve. \nParticipants become part of a small group that meets three times during the program\, for an orientation\, mid-point check-in\, and closing meeting. The meetings provide an opportunity to hear from others and share experiences. \nAfter the orientation meeting\, people in the program will receive a guidebook and be ready to begin. The program is designed to be self-paced\, and participants choose when and how to engage with the walks. Everyone in the program receives a complimentary 6-month membership to Bloedel Reserve\, which provides Timed Ticket entrance when booked in advance. \nSummer Strolls for Well-Being Program: June 12-August 31\, 2024 (12 weeks) \nRegistration for the Summer Strolls for Well-Being program is open now. Choose one of the sessions below to register for the program. All sessions are are held in-person at the Japanese Guest House at Bloedel Reserve. \nWednesday\, June 12\, 10:30 AM \nREGISTER\nWednesday\, June 12\, 1:30 PM \nREGISTER\nThursday\, June 13\, 5 PM \nREGISTER\nSaturday\, June 15\, 10:30 AM \nREGISTER\nIf you have any questions about the program\, please contact Well-Being Program Manager Robin Gaphni at 206-842-7631 x28 or rgaphni@bloedelreserve.org \n 
URL:https://bloedelreserve.org/event/summer-strolls-2024/
LOCATION:Bloedel Reserve\, 7571 N.E. Dolphin Drive\, Bainbridge Island\, WA\, 98110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240804T103000
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SUMMARY:Sensory Walking with Creative Resident Carla Bengtson
DESCRIPTION:Sensory Walking with Creative Resident Carla Bengtson\nJoin Creative Resident Carla Bengtson for a sensory walk that looks beyond the garden’s most obvious sights and sounds. Focusing on sight\, sound\, scent\, touch\, and movement\, Bloedel Reserve visitors will have an opportunity to learn about and immerse themselves in the rich sensory information being produced and exchanged by the Reserve’s flora and fauna. \nArtist Carla Bengtson collaborates with scientists\, composers\, dancers\, and perfumers on creative projects that explore the sensory life worlds of other creatures while bringing awareness to our own animal-related modes of being. She is an internationally exhibiting artist and the recipient of numerous awards\, including the National Endowment for the Arts\, the Ford Family Foundation\, and the Institute of Art and Olfaction. \nWHERE\nMeet at the Japanese Guest House \nWHEN\nSunday\, August 4\, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM \nCOST\n$10 Non-members\, plus cost of admission\n$10 Members \nTICKETS
URL:https://bloedelreserve.org/event/carla-bengtson/
LOCATION:Bloedel Reserve\, 7571 N.E. Dolphin Drive\, Bainbridge Island\, WA\, 98110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240807T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240807T110000
DTSTAMP:20240731T202203Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T202203Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness Meditation\n“If we surrendered to the earth’s intelligence\, we would rise up\, rooted like trees.”\n–Rainer Maria Rilke \nNature\, meditation\, and poetry…Nature provides the perfect setting for us to connect; to ourselves\, to the earth\, and to each other. Meditation is an invitation to practice compassionate awareness and acceptance of who we are and what is.  And poetry can inspire us\, can move us to discover something about ourselves\, the earth\, and all that dwell on it. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Bloedel Reserve\, participants will be led in a mindfulness meditation in the Japanese Guest House incorporating poetry that speaks to the wisdom inherent in nature\, and in our very beings. \nJoin us in the Japanese Guest House the first Wednesday of the month\, March through December. Sessions begin at 10:15 AM and will last 45 minutes\, including pre and post gathering and discussion time. Please dress comfortably and plan to meditate for 20-30 minutes\, seated in a chair. \nCost is $15 and includes admission to the Reserve. Donations for admission are gratefully accepted on pay-what-you-wish Welcome Wednesdays. \nTICKETS
URL:https://bloedelreserve.org/event/mindfulness-meditation-3-3/
LOCATION:Bloedel Reserve\, 7571 N.E. Dolphin Drive\, Bainbridge Island\, WA\, 98110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240808T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240808T200000
DTSTAMP:20250602T181247Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Bloedel Reserve Garden Party
DESCRIPTION:Unfold for the Bloedel Reserve Garden Party!\nAugust 8\, 4 PM-8 PM; RSVP by JULY 15 \nRegister and purchase tickets here: https://bloedelreserve.org/gardenparty-2024 \nUnfold this summer at the Bloedel Reserve Garden Party and immerse yourself at a philanthropic summer event like none other. Experience our gardens and forests while enjoying exceptional wine and delicious hors d’oeuvres from an array of the best of local restaurants and caterers. \nHONORARY CO-CHAIRS Cassie & Doug Picha\nCHAIR Erin Banasik\nAUCTIONEER Fred Northup\nEMCEE Ashely Northup \nAMONG THIS YEAR’S AUCTION ITEMS \nWorld of Wine: Walla Walla Weekend Retreat\nCustom Wine Blending Experience with winemaker Tom Meadowcroft\nDinner Amongst the Blooms of Bloedel Reserve\, and more! \nBloedel Reserve is maintained and nurtured through the generous support of donors\, members\, and volunteers.
URL:https://bloedelreserve.org/event/garden-party-2024/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240811T180000
DTSTAMP:20240705T234433Z
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SUMMARY:Bainbridge Island Summer Studio Tour
DESCRIPTION:This August\, be inspired by the rich range of artists who live and work on Bainbridge Island. \nCelebrate Creativity & Inspiration! Join Bloedel Reserve\, during the Bainbridge Island Studio Tour August 9-11\, 2024. \nStudios are open 10 AM-6 PM\, daily. \nRead more about the artists and studios and download an interactive map of the summer tour here.
URL:https://bloedelreserve.org/event/summer-studio-tour-2024/
LOCATION:Various\, Bainbridge Island\, WA\, 98110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240815
DTSTAMP:20240702T195204Z
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SUMMARY:Welcome Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:Welcome Wednesday\nYou are welcome here! \nVisit our timed ticket page to book your ticket for Welcome Wednesday. Tickets become available 3-4 weeks before each date. \nJoin us on the first Wednesday of each month for a pay-what-you-wish community day at Bloedel Reserve. All are welcome to explore our trails and gardens and experience the transformative power of nature. No matter the season (or the weather)\, there’s always something new just around the corner. \nWe gratefully accept donations of any amount to help support the mission and operations of Bloedel Reserve. \nMore details: \n\nTimed Tickets must be reserved in advance of your visit\nDonations of any amount may be added to your ticket reservation and are invested to support the mission and operations of the Reserve\n\nThank you to our monthly sponsor organizations.\n \nLearn how you can sponsor a Welcome Wednesday here. \n 
URL:https://bloedelreserve.org/event/welcome-wednesday-4/
LOCATION:Bloedel Reserve\, 7571 N.E. Dolphin Drive\, Bainbridge Island\, WA\, 98110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240815T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240815T114500
DTSTAMP:20240717T195604Z
CREATED:20240717T193352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T195604Z
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SUMMARY:August Focus Walk: Gardens North with Sean Peterson 
DESCRIPTION:Learn More from our Staff\nFocus walks are monthly opportunities led by a Bloedel Reserve staff specialist or volunteer. Seasonal topics range from pollinator meadow design to irrigation\, mulching to pruning\, these walks are a chance to go deeper\, ask an expert\, and enjoy the gardens in a new way. Each month brings a new topic aligned with our Horticulture & Design Pillar. \nAugust Focus Walk: Gardens North with Sean Peterson\nJoin Gardens North Manager\, Sean Peterson\, for an in-depth tour of the Arrival Garden and surrounding areas\, including the Arboretum and the ephemeral trail. \nWHERE\nMeet at the Arrival Garden \nWHEN\nThursday\, August 15\, 10:45 AM – 11:45 PM \nCOST\n$12 Non-members\, plus the cost of admission\n$12 Members\, includes admission \nTICKETS
URL:https://bloedelreserve.org/event/focus-august-arrival/
LOCATION:Bloedel Reserve\, 7571 N.E. Dolphin Drive\, Bainbridge Island\, WA\, 98110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walks & Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240816T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240816T160000
DTSTAMP:20240807T225519Z
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SUMMARY:COBI BI Reads Mindfulness Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness Meditation\n“If we surrendered to the earth’s intelligence\, we would rise up\, rooted like trees.”\n–Rainer Maria Rilke \nNature\, meditation\, and poetry…Nature provides the perfect setting for us to connect; to ourselves\, to the earth\, and to each other. Meditation is an invitation to practice compassionate awareness and acceptance of who we are and what is. And poetry can inspire us\, can move us to discover something about ourselves\, the earth\, and all that dwell on it. Juliana Perez is a spiritual counselor\, mindfulness meditation coach\, and a lover of poetry and nature. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Bloedel Reserve\, Juliana will lead a mindfulness meditation in the Japanese Guest House incorporating poetry that speaks to the wisdom inherent in nature\, and in our very beings. \nFor these two special events\, the mindfulness meditation will be based on BI Read’s selection A Tale for the Time Being by Ruth Ozeki. Space is limited to 15 people. The event is located at the Japanese Guesthouse at Bloedel Reserve. \nThis event is free. Please reserve a spot through eventbrite. \n 
URL:https://bloedelreserve.org/event/cobi-bi-reads-meditation/
LOCATION:Bloedel Reserve\, 7571 N.E. Dolphin Drive\, Bainbridge Island\, WA\, 98110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240816T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240816T200000
DTSTAMP:20240705T184738Z
CREATED:20240607T183132Z
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SUMMARY:Member Sunset Walks
DESCRIPTION:Member Summer Sunset Walks\nJust for members! \nIndulge in an island evening escape the second Friday of each month\, May-September from 5-8 PM during our reimagined Summer Sunset Walks. Stroll through the gardens during these members-only hours\, then pause on the Residence lawn before or after your walk to enjoy the twilight hour with a glass of wine compliments of Bloedel Reserve. We are pleased to partner with Sweet Dahlia to offer picnic dinners for members attending Sunset Walks. Reserve your time slot with Bloedel Reserve first\, then pre-purchase your picnic online for pickup at the Residence (or bring your own!). Please note: Sweet Dahlia picnics must be purchased in advance and cannot be picked up at the Reserve without a timed ticket. \nThis experience is for Bloedel Reserve members only. Time to renew or join? Visit the Reserve more than twice in a year and your membership pays for itself! Learn more here. \nPlease note: July and August Sunset Walks are on the third Friday of the month due to previously scheduled events at the Reserve. \nTimed tickets are required for admission; please sign in with your member credentials. \nTICKETS
URL:https://bloedelreserve.org/event/sunset-walk-2024-5/
LOCATION:Bloedel Reserve\, 7571 N.E. Dolphin Drive\, Bainbridge Island\, WA\, 98110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Just for Members
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240817T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240817T114500
DTSTAMP:20240717T195707Z
CREATED:20240717T193534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T195707Z
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SUMMARY:August Focus Walk: Gardens North with Sean Peterson 
DESCRIPTION:Learn More from our Staff\nFocus walks are monthly opportunities led by a Bloedel Reserve staff specialist or volunteer. Seasonal topics range from pollinator meadow design to irrigation\, mulching to pruning\, these walks are a chance to go deeper\, ask an expert\, and enjoy the gardens in a new way. Each month brings a new topic aligned with our Horticulture & Design Pillar. \nAugust Focus Walk: Gardens North with Sean Peterson\nJoin Gardens North Manager\, Sean Peterson\, for an in-depth tour of the Arrival Garden and surrounding areas\, including the Arboretum and the ephemeral trail. \nWHERE\nMeet at the Arrival Garden \nWHEN\nSaturday\, August 17\, 10:45 AM – 11:45 PM \nCOST\n$12 Non-members\, plus the cost of admission\n$12 Members\, includes admission \nTICKETS
URL:https://bloedelreserve.org/event/focus-august-arrival-2/
LOCATION:Bloedel Reserve\, 7571 N.E. Dolphin Drive\, Bainbridge Island\, WA\, 98110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walks & Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240820T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240820T160000
DTSTAMP:20240729T205700Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T205700Z
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SUMMARY:August Plein Air Painting in the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Plein Air Painting in the Gardens\nBring your own supplies and join us for a plein air day of painting in the gardens\, facilitated by Gigi Godfrey. Supplies can be as simple as a sketchbook and pencils\, or as much as a full paintbox\, folding chair and easel\, or anywhere in between. Gigi will explain where you may (or may not) set up and when to meet back at the Arrival Garden to walk up to a designated off-trail lunch spot (bring your own picnic lunch). The facilitator will also let you know the general area(s) they plan to paint in so that if you have questions\, you can find them. The facilitated group painting day ends at 4 PM. You are welcome to stay until the Reserve closes at 5 PM. Learn more about Gigi Godfrey here. \nWHERE\nMeet at the Arrival Garden for orientation. \nWHEN\nTuesday\, August 20\, 10:45 AM–4 PM \nCOST\n$40\, Non-members\, includes the cost of admission\n$14\, Members \nTICKETS
URL:https://bloedelreserve.org/event/plein-air-august-2024/
LOCATION:Bloedel Reserve\, 7571 N.E. Dolphin Drive\, Bainbridge Island\, WA\, 98110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240824T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240824T113000
DTSTAMP:20240912T203742Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday Story Time at the Residence
DESCRIPTION:Saturday Story Time\nJoin Volunteer Coordinator\, Kate Sunderland\, for an interactive\, nature-themed story time for kids every fourth Saturday 11-11:30 AM in the Residence at Bloedel Reserve. All-ages are welcome! \nCost is included with your admission ticket; no registration is required. \nTimed tickets are available here: https://bloedelreserve.org/tickets/ \n 
URL:https://bloedelreserve.org/event/saturday-storytime-2/2024-08-24/
LOCATION:Bloedel Reserve\, 7571 N.E. Dolphin Drive\, Bainbridge Island\, WA\, 98110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240824T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240824T143000
DTSTAMP:20240820T201134Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T201134Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: Tree Round Printing Workshop with Catherine Alice Michaelis
DESCRIPTION:Tree Round Printing Workshop with Catherine Alice Michaelis\nThis event is sold out. \nJoin Bloedel Reserve Creative Fellow\, Catherine Alice Michaelis for this 3-hour printmaking workshop using tree-rounds to create beautiful artwork on paper and fabric. Cost covers materials\, including Japanese paper and other supplies. \nLearn more about Catherine Alice here. \nWHERE\nMeet at the Arrival Garden to be directed to the workshop location. Bring your own lunch. \nWHEN\nSaturday\, August 24\, 11:30 AM–2:30 PM \nCOST\n$85 Members\n$85 Non-members\, plus the cost of admission \nSOLD OUT\n  \nInked tree round \n \nInked tree round and printed paper
URL:https://bloedelreserve.org/event/august-printing-workshop/
LOCATION:Bloedel Reserve\, 7571 N.E. Dolphin Drive\, Bainbridge Island\, WA\, 98110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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