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According to Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden President Therese Rourk,
“We are celebrating our 42nd Anniversary this year!
“Since 1982 the major goal of the Women’s Council has been the design, construction, funding and endowment of A Woman’s Garden, a principal garden at the Dallas Arboretum and the only public garden in the United States conceived by women, funded by the efforts of women and dedicated to the spirit of women.
“On Wednesday, November 13, the Women’s Council sponsors A Writer’s Garden Symposium and Luncheon presented by the Weber Foundation and featuring Martyn Lawrence Bullard and Stefani Bittner as speakers. Garry Weber is honorary chair. Joni Krieg is chair. Patron tickets begin at $500 each. Underwriting and sponsorships are also available from the website www.wcdabg.org
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“Ablaze with color in every season, A Woman’s Garden sits majestically as a living testament to the passion and vision of the Women’s Council founders and the boundless energy and devotion of its members whose commitment to creating a garden dedicated to the universal spirit of women across generations is realized in its inspired design.
“Celebrating our 42nd year, this year’s theme is ‘Blossoming Friendships.’ The support of over 600 members of the Women’s Council makes possible the continued expansion and development of A Woman’s Garden. The Women’s Council is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.”
* Photo courtesy of Therese Rourke ** Graphic provided by Women's Council of the Dallas Arboretum