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AMERICAN HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY 24TH ANNUAL GALA

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2017AT RIVER FARM, ALEXANDRIA, VA

AMERICA’S GARDEN LEGACY

from Sea toShining Sea

AMERICAN HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY GALA SPONSORS

Thank you for your generous support!List incomplete at time of printing.

PLATINUM

Marcia and Klaus Zech

GOLD

Jane and George Diamantis

SILVER

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Mary and Skipp Calvert

Christine and Tim Conlon

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Chapel Valley Landscape Company

Donne L. Colton, Attorney at Law

The Patterson Group, TTR Sotheby’s International Realty

Rubino & Company

CATERING

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BENEFACTOR

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Karen and Richard Davis

John Marshall Bank

Rent All Center

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Katherine Ward

PATRON

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Martha Harris

Terry Hayes

Rosalie and Neil Morris

The Production Advantage

Harry Rissetto

MEDIA SPONSOR

Alexandria Times

SIGN SPONSOR

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PRESENTING

Cooley LLP

Drew Cariaso and Erich Veitenheimer

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THE AMERICAN HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY'S 24TH ANNUAL GALA

SEPTEMBER 23, 2017

For the stewardship of River Farm and the Society’s educational programs

Honored GuestsThe Honorable Donald S. Beyer, Jr.

U.S. Representative, Virginia 8th DistrictAnd his wife, Megan Beyer

Gala Host Committee Leslie Ariail, Chair

Barbara BeckerHenrietta BurkeSkipp Calvert Donne ColtonLaura Dowling

Amanda MertinsJoanne Sawczuk

Susan D. Klejst, Director, Development and Engagement

River FarmAlexandria, Virginia

River Farm, national headquarters of the American Horticultural Society (AHS), is a historic 25-acre site on the banks of the Potomac River. Once part of one of George

Washington’s original five farms, River Farm has been the home of the AHS since 1973.

Thank you for joining us this evening.

AMERICA’S GARDEN LEGACY

from Sea toShining Sea

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To Our 2017 Gala Guests,

Welcome to the American Horticultural Society’s 24th Annual Gala. We thank you

for coming and hope that you have a wonderful and memorable time tonight.

Our theme for this year’s Gala, “AMERICA’S GARDEN LEGACY from SEA to

SHINING SEA,” encourages us to reflect on the world around us and to take a

moment to appreciate the richness that gardens — in every sense — bring to our

lives. Whether beautiful gardens that provide refreshment for the eyes and soul, or

bountiful gardens that provide nourishment and delights for our tables, tonight we

raise our glasses to the many tangible and intangible benefits that gardens provide.

We encourage you to stroll through the gardens this evening as we give recognition

to the many contributions that gardens large and small make to our quality of life.

This evening we celebrate the joys and rewards of gardening; the work of the

American Horticultural Society; and, the importance of River Farm and places like

it. River Farm, as the national headquarters of the Society and a place that traces

its history to Colonial Virginia, reflects and supports the organization’s vision of

“making America a nation of gardeners, a land of gardens.” It symbolizes not only

the historical perspective of gardening in America but also serves as one bright star

in a constellation of gardens across America that represent gardening today and

gardening in the future. Working together, we can make the Society’s vision reality

and ensure that this great treasure will continue to be a place of beauty, inspiration,

and education for generations to come.

We are so pleased to have you as our guest at River Farm. Your generosity in

supporting the Society’s work is greatly appreciated and we hope that you have a

wonderful evening.

Sincerely, Sincerely,

Amy Bolton Holly H. Shimizu Board Chair Interim Executive Director

AMERICA’S GARDEN LEGACY

from Sea toShining Sea

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We are happy to be involved in

advancing the American

Horticultural Society’s mission:

To open the eyes of all Americans to the vital

connection between people and plants, to inspire

all Americans to become responsible caretakers

of the Earth, to celebrate America’s diversity

through the art and science of horticulture, and

to lead this effort by sharing the Society’s unique

national resources with all Americans.

MR. AND MRS. GEORGE DIAMANTIS

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AMERICA’S GARDEN LEGACY

from Sea toShining Sea

Cocktail Reception in the Garden, Silent Auction Opens

6 to 7 PM

Dinner7 to 9 PM

Silent Auction Closes8:45 PM

Presenting Sponsor

Cooley LLP Drew Cariaso and Erich Veitenheimer

Music provided by

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Invitation photo courtesy of Saxon Holt

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6 TO 10 PM

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FIRST COURSE

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ENTRÉE

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Griddled polenta cake, roasted heirloom carrots and green beans

VEGETARIAN ENTRÉE OPTION

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DESSERT

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A SPECIAL THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING FOR THEIR YEAR ROUND SUPPORT OF THE AHS:

Corporate MembersThe Care of Trees

Chapel Valley Landscape Company

Corona, Inc.

The Espoma Company

Osmocote

Garden Club DonorsBethesda Community Garden Club

Beverly Hills Garden Club

Centennial Garden Club

Chapel Square Garden Club

Dominion Valley Garden Club

Five Seasons Gardeners

Garden Club of Chevy Chase

Garden Club of Montclair

Garden Club of Waynewood

Little Farms Garden Club of Potomac

Mount Vernon Garden Club

North Shore Garden Club

Silver Spring Garden Club

Tanta-Cove Garden Club

The Trowel Club

Trowel Garden Club of Triangle

Wilton Woods Garden Club

Yacht Haven Garden Club

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THE AHS WISHES TO THANK THE FOLLOWING FOR THEIR IN-KIND GIFTS TO SUPPORT THE SILENT AND ONLINE AUCTIONS. PLEASE, SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUALS AND

BUSINESSES, AND BY PATRONIZING THEIR ESTABLISHMENTS:

Abilene Chamber of CommerceMahrou AkhundzadehAnonymousLeslie AriailBazzak Salon; Alexandria, VABarbara BeckerBecker Electric; Alexandria, VABellevue Botanical Gardens; Bellevue, WABellingrath Gardens and Home; Theodore, AL Belvoir Garden Club; Alexandria, VABiltmore Estate & Gardens; Asheville, NCBliss Nail & Lash Lounge; Alexandria, VAMary Boden and Beth ColtonHenrietta BurkeMary and Skipp CalvertDrew Cariaso and Erich VeitenheimerChadwick’s Restaurant; Alexandria, VAChesapeake Bay Maritime Museum; Saint Michaels, MDCoastal Maine Botanical Garden; Boothbay, MECourtyard Alexandria Pentagon South; Alexandria, VAKaren and Richard DavisLaura Dowling and Robert WeinhagenDramm Corporation; Manitowoc, WIFairfax Ferns Garden Club; Fairfax, VAFort Hunt Animal Hospital; Alexandria, VAFratelli’s; Alexandria, VAGeorge Washington Grand Hotel; Winchester, VAHampton Inn & Suites Alexandria; Alexandria, VAHard Times Café; Alexandria, VANancy and Herbert HargrovesHerman Miller Furniture; Washington, DCHilton Vancouver Washington; Vancouver, WAHollin Hall Automotive; Alexandria, VATom HuberHuntington Creek Garden Club; Alexandria, VAIngleside Vineyards; Colonial Beach, VAKing’s Jewelry; Alexandria, VARobert KinselKramer Portraits; New York, NYLandini Brothers Restaurant; Alexandria, VALaurel Garden Club; West Springfield, VA

Frank JessupMaggie Austin Cake; Annapolis, MDAmanda Mertins Mt. Diablo Landscaping; Alexandria, VAMount Vernon Country Club; Alexandria, VALynn and Robert MurrayNCA Federation of Garden Clubs, Inc.Viveka and Josh NevelnHolly NoltingPatina; Alexandria, VAPort City Brewing; Alexandria, VAPotomac River Boat Company; Alexandria, VAQuarryhill Botanical Garden; Glen Ellen, CARed Barn Mercantile; Alexandria, VARed Hill Garden Club; Alexandria, VAJ. Landon ReeveRichard Carroll; Alexandria, VAKarin RindalRocklands; Alexandria, VASarah P. Duke Gardens; Durham, NCSea Glass Fine Art Photography; South Portland, MEHolly and Osamu ShimizuSolace Day Spa; Alexandria, VASpringfield Acres Garden Club; Falls Church, VADick StohrTempo Restaurant; Alexandria, VAThe Interlaken Inn; Lakeville, CTThe Shoe Hive; Alexandria, VA Thomas Fallon Photography; South Portland, METotal Wine and More; Alexandria, VATradition de France; Alexandria, VATSALT Boutique; Alexandria, VAUnited States Capitol Historical Society; Washington, DCUnWined; Alexandria, VAWashington Capitals; Washington, DCWashington Nationals; Washington, DCWell Dunn Catering; Washington, DCWhite Flower Farm; Morris, CTWisteria Florist; Alexandria, VAJoe ZadarekyMarcia and Klaus Zech

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American Horticultural Society Online Auction

One on One with Great Gardeners of North AmericaThis year’s online auction features exclusive opportunities to enjoy personal, behind-the-scenes tours with notable horticulturists and landscape designers throughout North America.

Among the VIP tours you can bid on:

Coastal Maine Botanical Garden, Boothbay, Maine hosted by William Cullina, President & CEO

Bellevue Botanical Garden, Bellevue, Washington hosted by Nancy Kartes, Garden Manager

Bellingrath Gardens and Home, Theodore, Alabama hosted by William E. Barrick, Executive Director

Biltmore Estate & Gardens, Asheville, North Carolina hosted by Parker Andes, Director of Horticulture

Quarryhill Botanical Garden, Glen Ellen, California hosted by Bill McNamara, Executive Director

Sarah P. Duke Gardens, Durham, North Carolina hosted by Bill LeFevre, Executive Director

This is just a sampling of exceptional opportunities available. Look for more offerings and information on accessing the auction in e-news bulletins and online at www.ahsgardening.org/online-auction.

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24th Annual Gala at River Farm

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We would like to extend our

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Horticultural Society!

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GARDENS, WINE & WILDERNESS: A TOUR OF NEW ZEALAND

January 6–28, 2018 hosted by Panayoti Kelaidis

GREEcE: ANTIqUITy, cULTURE & GARDENSApril 23–May 4, 2018

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ENGLAND, GARDENS OF ThE WEST cOUNTRy: cORNWALL, DEvON, SOMERSET & WILTShIRE

June 10–18, 2018hosted by Holly and Osamu Shimizu

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September 5–15, 2018hosted by Shirley and Frank Nicolai

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THE AMERICAN HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY’S 26TH ANNUAL

Join us in supporting the only national event of its kind for educators, garden designers, community leaders, program coordinators, and others

dedicated to connecting kids to the natural world.

For more information on sponsorship opportunities, visit:

www.AHSgardening.org/NCYGS

• Explore topics ranging from curriculum to program management to garden design and growing techniques during four dynamic days of educational sessions, field trips, and expert keynote presentations.

• Experience Central New York’s abundant natural beauty and the world-renowned facilities of Cornell University and Lab or Ornithology.

• Share ideas, success stories, and inspiration with like-minded colleagues from across the nation.

E-mail: education@ahsgardening.orgCall: (703) 768-5700Follow us on Twitter:

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CULTIVATING TOMORROW’S GARDENERS BY ENERGIZING, INSPIRING, AND TRAINING

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WHO WE ARE

Founded in 1922, the American Horticultural Society, a 501(c)(3) organization, has been about connecting people with plants. Several educational and outreach programs further a number of objectives at the core of our mission.

PROVIDING USEFUL AND AUTHORITATIVE INFORMATION

The American Gardener bimonthly magazine, including our online archive of nearly 20 years of back issues, the AHS’s line of authoritative books, and our monthly Twitter #plantchat hours with guest experts are just some of the ways we provide gardeners with the information they need to be successful.

HELPING MORE AMERICANS ENJOY THE REWARDS OF GARDENS AND GARDENING

AHS members enjoy a range of exclusive benefits such as The American Gardener magazine, the Annual Seed Exchange, and the AHS Reciprocal Admissions Program, which offers members free or reduced admission to more than 300 gardens across the country.

CONNECTING TO TOMORROW’S GARDENERS

The AHS is committed to bridging the growing divide separating young people from the natural world. Since 1993, we have hosted the National Children & Youth Garden Symposium to help educators develop practical skills that will inspire the next generation of gardeners and horticultural leaders. The AHS Internship Program offers opportunities to explore various career paths in the horticultural field.

RECOGNIZING HORTICULTURAL ACHIEVEMENTS

American gardening has advanced because of its champions. Through our annual Great American Gardeners Awards, we recognize the achievements of individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the art and science of horticulture.

SHOWCASING THE BEST OF AMERICAN HORTICULTURE

With 25 acres and scenic views of the Potomac River, River Farm is the perfect showcase for the unique story of American horticulture. Features such as the André Bluemel Meadow, the AHS Green Garage®, which displays earth-friendly gardening practices, and the Children’s Garden, where families can explore the natural world, allow visitors of all ages to learn and grow.

NEW AHS WEBSITE AND EMAIL ADDRESSES

If it’s been a while since you tried to reach us online, please update your bookmarked links with our new website address, ahsgardening.org. Likewise, our email addresses also have changed. When emailing us, make sure to use @ahsgardening.org after the first initial and last name of the staff person you would like to reach. And don’t forget to add these new email addresses to your safe sender list so that messages from us don’t end up in your spam folder.

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American Horticultural Society

2017 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Chair Amy Bolton, Falls Church, VA1st Vice Chair Jane Diamantis, McDonald, TN2nd Vice Chair Mary Pat Matheson, Atlanta, GASecretary Nancy Hargroves, Manakin Sabot, VATreasurer J. Landon Reeve, IV, Woodbine, MDImmediate Past Chair Harry Rissetto, Falls Church, VAExecutive Committee Marcia Zech, Mercer Island, WA

Skipp Calvert Alexandria, VATim J. Conlon Dubuque, IALaura Dowling Alexandria, VATerry Hayes Woodinville, WA Rachel Muir Arden, NCNancy Ross Englewood, FLHolly Shimizu Glen Echo, MDEd Snodgrass Street, MDErich Veitenheimer Alexandria, VA

Interim Executive Director Holly Shimizu, Glen Echo, MDPresident Emeritus Katy Moss Warner, Windermere, FL

American Horticultural Society

SOCIETY STAFF

Susan D. Klejst, Staff Lead/Director, Development and Engagement

Mary M. Boden, Executive Assistant and Administrative ManagerBeth Colton, Bookkeeper

Mary Chadduck, Horticulture SpecialistJanet Daniels, River Farm Rental Events Manager

David J. Ellis, Director, Communications and Editor of The American GardenerLeslie Fetty, Member Services Associate

Charlotte Germane, Digital Communications ManagerZach Johns, Gardener

Nora K. MacDonald, Associate Director, Membership and Member ProgramsViveka Neveln, Communications Manager and Associate Editor

Laura Popovich, Development CoordinatorDan Scott, Associate Director, Garden and FacilitiesKatherine Somerville, Member Programs Associate

Mary Yee, Managing Editor and Art Director

Thank Youto all our guests and sponsors for joining the

American Horticultural Society

in honoring

The Honorable and Mrs. Donald S. Beyer, Jr.and

A Special Thank You to Leslie Ariail, Barbara Becker, Henrietta Burke,

Skipp Calvert, Donne Colton, Laura Dowling,

Amanda Mertins, Joanne Sawczuk

and the staff

for creating this special evening.

MARCIA AND KLAUS ZECH

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