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BGC Program 2015-2016
#Blackridge2016


Thursday, September 15, 2015: Pittsburgh Botanic Garden Tour

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Saturday, October 3, 2015: EJ's Army Fall Spruce-Up

8:30 AM, BCA
Rain Date: Saturday, October 10, 2015


Please volunteer to help EJ Foster clean up the roadside near our BCA building. Wear appropriate work shoes and gloves, and dress for the weather. Orange cones, heavy work gloves, safety vests, garbage bags, and COFFEE will be provided. RSVP to EJ at 412-241-5955.

​"Many hands make light work."
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​Blackridge Garden Club
HOLIDAY AFTERNOON TEA
 December 2, 2015
1:00 to 3:00 PM
BCA Clubhouse

There will be no charge for members and a $5.00 charge for guests.

For reservations,
please contact Adele Butterfield at 412-241-5846,
or adelebu@verizon.net
by November 13, 2015.

Hats will be welcomed, but not required. However, there will be a prize for the best hat.


Wednesday, Feb 24, 2016: Landscaping in Deer Country

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12:00 noon, BCA
The BGC invites members, friends, and neighbors to our free program: Socialize at 12:00 noon; enjoy a light lunch at 12:30 PM; and listen to our presenter, Penn State Master Gardener Dianne Machesney, at 1:00 PM.

What can gardeners do to discourage deer from destroying our gardens? Ms Machesney will discuss facts about deer browsing and will highlight solutions to mitigate damage to our landscaping. She will also recommend a number of deer-resistant plants for Western Pennsylvania residents to incorporate into their borders and beds.

Please contact Marlene Dolecki at madolecki@verizon.net or 412-841-5005 for reservations, further information, or if you would like a ride to the meeting. Several members have offered to drive.

We are also asking members to please make a monetary donation (typically the cost of a nice bottle of wine or spirits) to cover the cost of our Drink and Dine benefit raffle prize. Please give your donation to Marlene at the February 24th meeting, or make arrangements to drop off or mail the donation to her. Thank you!!!  





Friday, March 11, 2016: Bloomin' Corners Benefit

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​Send in Your Rez Now!
7:00 PM
Longue Vue Club, Verona, PA
​Details Here


“Friends and Fronds and Fiddleheads”
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Join Us for Delicious Food, Impressive Prizes,Fiddling Around, and a Photo Foray into the Forest.


Saturday, April 16, 2016: EJ's Army Spring Cleanup

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8:30 AM, BCA
Rain Date: Saturday, April 23, 2016


Please volunteer to help EJ Foster clean up the roadside near our BCA building. Wear appropriate work shoes and gloves, and dress for the weather. Orange cones, heavy work gloves, safety vests, garbage bags, and COFFEE will be provided. RSVP to EJ at 412-241-5955.

​"Many hands make light work."


Thursday, April 21, 2016: Organic Pest Control

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7:00 PM, BCA

In this free lecture, Penn State Master Gardener Pat Morgan will offer tips and answer questions about organic methods to control garden insects and help prevent plant diseases.
Beverages and snacks will be served.

Please contact Marlene Dolecki at madolecki@verizon.net or 412-841-5005 for reservations or with questions.


Wed, May 18, 2016: Annual, Not-To-Be-Missed, Plant Auction

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7:00 PM, BCA
Do.  Not.  Miss.  It.


This wild and wooly Blackridge event rolls around every May with neighbors sharing wealth with neighbors.  Spreading perennials, rooted clippings, shrub sprouts, and seedlings are auctioned off in a gleeful spree.  Bring your friends and relatives, and, of course, donations from your garden, if you can.  Come with dimes and dollars—or a check if you prefer to keep a running tally of your purchases and pay only once.  It’s also suggested that you bring a basket, box, or empty flat in which to carry your purchases.  If you have any questions, please give Auctioneer Ceil Greber a call at 412-247-5828.

Ceil will be collecting plant donations at the BCA at 6:00 PM, or you may drop off contributions to Ceil (412-247-5828) in advance of the date, if that is more convenient for you.  Any and all contributions are much appreciated.  When possible, please identify plant material and indicate special needs such as sun or shade and approximate height. 

  


Tuesday, June 7, 2016: President's Luncheon

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12:00 noon, location TBA

Join us as we recognize BGC President Ceil Greber and our officers and committee members, and install our 2016-2017 board. 

Details will be forthcoming. Contact Wanda Hughes at whughes62@outlook.com or 412-657-7551 if you would like to volunteer, or if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions.






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  • Home
    • BGC Faves and Finds >
      • Garden Centers/Shops We Love
      • In Memoriam
    • It's All About the Corners
  • About Us
    • By-Laws
    • 2019-2020 Officers & Committees >
      • 2019-2020 Members
      • BGC 2019-20 Yearbook
    • Contact Us
    • 2019-2020 Corners Maintenance
    • Becoming A Member
    • BGC in the News
    • Past Presidents
    • Garden Club History
  • Judy's Blog
    • Archives: Garden Gem of the Month
  • Current Events
    • 2019-2020 Program >
      • Feb/ Mar 2020 Photos: Bloomin' Corners Raffle
      • Feb 2020 Photos: Balkey Tree Slideshow
      • Feb 2020 Photos: Tree Time
      • Dec 2019 Photos: 80th BD
      • Oct 2019 Photos: ALT Presentation
      • Oct 2019 Photos: CGC Mtg
      • Sept 2019 Photos: Fallingwater
    • Google Calendar
    • Community Events of Interest
  • Past Events
    • 2018-2019 Program >
      • June 2019: Midsummer's Tour
      • June 2019: EOY Luncheon
      • April 2019: Churchill Borough Earth Day Cleanup
      • October 2018 Photos EJ's Army
      • October 2018 Photos Tree Talk
    • 2017-2018 Program >
      • 2018 June Photos: End of Year Luncheon
      • April 2018 Photos: EJs Army
      • April 2018 Photos: CGC
      • April 2018 Photos: Orchids
      • Oct 2017 Photos
      • Bloomin' Corners Raffle 2018
    • 2016-2017 Program >
      • Bloomin' Corners 2017
      • April 2017 Photos
    • 2015-2016 Program >
      • Sept 2016 Photos
      • October 2016 Photos
      • Bloomin' Corners 2016 >
        • 2016 Benefit Donors
        • March 2016 Photos: Benefit
      • July 2016: Wrecked Corner, Forest South
    • 2014-2015 Program >
      • November 2014 Wrecked Corner
      • Bloomin' Corners 2015 >
        • Benefit Donors
        • March 2015 Photos: Benefit
    • 2013-2014 Program >
      • Oct 2013 Photos: EJ's Army
      • Bloomin' Corners 2014 >
        • Moon Gardens
        • Rosemary
    • 2012-2013 Program >
      • Sept 2012 Photos: Fall Spruce-Up
      • Dec 2012 Photos: Kickoff
      • March 2013 Photos: Kennywood Program
      • March 2013 Photos: Benefit >
        • 2013 Benefit: Garden Art Contest
      • March 2013 Photos: Benefit Setup
      • Apr 2013 Photos: Spring Spruce-Up
      • May 2013 Photos: Auction
    • 2011-2012 Program >
      • Sept 2011 Photos: Fellows
      • Oct 2011 Photos: Fall Spruce-Up
      • Oct 2011 Photos: Bird Habitat
      • Nov 2011 Photos: Ironwork
      • Dec 2011 Photos: WHHS Choir
      • Jan/Mar 2012 Photos: Benefit >
        • Donors to Benefit/Big Raffle
        • Birdhouse Contest
      • Apr 2012 Photos: Spring Cleanup
      • Apr 2012 Photos: Butterflies and Hummers >
        • May 2012 Photos: Auction
    • 2010-2011 Program >
      • Oct 2010 Photos: Oktoberfest
      • Nov 2010 Photos: Creating Holiday Magic
      • Dec 2010 Photos: Behind the Scenes at The Phipps
      • Feb 2011 Photos: Cooking from the Kitchen Garden
      • Feb 2011 Photos: Wrecked Corner
      • Mar 2011 Photos: PA Native Plants
      • Mar 2011 Photos: Benefit Setup
      • Mar 2011 Photos: Benefit
      • Apr 2011 Photos: Burgh Bees
      • May 2011 Photos: Plant Auction
      • May 2011 Photos: Collins Corners
    • 2009-2010 Program >
      • June 2009 Photos: Installing Shrubs
      • Oct 2009 Photos: Planting Bulbs
      • Dec 2009 Photos: Vintage
      • Dec 2009 Photos: 70th Anniv
    • 2007-2008 Program >
      • May 2008 Photos: WHSD and Prez Luncheon
    • 2004-2005 Program
    • 2002-2003 Program
    • 2001-2002 Program
    • 2000-2001 Program
  • Tour Archives
    • 2019 Tour Booklet
    • 2014 Tour Booklet
    • 2011 Tour Booklet >
      • 2011 Tour Summary
      • 2011 Tour Map
      • June 2011 Photos: Garden Tour
    • 2009 Tour Booklet >
      • June 2009 Photos: Garden Tour
      • June 2009 Photos: Bluedorn Garden
    • 2007 Tour Booklet
    • 2005 Tour Booklet
    • 2003 Tour Booklet >
      • June 2003 Photos: Garden Tour
    • 2001 Tour Booklet