March 9 – End of May 2008 – Art Exhibit by Southwest Michigan Watercolor Society
Each season Pierce Cedar Creek Institute features a local artist or photographer. This season, March 9 through the end of May, the Institute will be featuring members of the South West Michigan Watercolor Society (SWMWS).
The SWMWS was organized to encourage a better understanding and appreciation of watercolor painting through informative program meetings, yearly watercolor workshops, and membership exhibitions. SWMWS members represent a highly diverse group of artist with different levels of expertise who come from many southwest Michigan communities.
A public reception will be held on Sunday, April 13, from 11 am to 3 pm. If you would like to attend brunch on that day, please call the Institute to make reservations.
Time: Monday – Friday 9am – 5 pm
Cost: Free
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Sunday, April 13, 2008 – Sunday Brunch
Choose from delicious menu selections and enjoy the beautiful view of the natural surroundings from the dining room. Pre-registration and payment are required. An informative program will take place at 12:15 pm.
Welcome to France:
Crepe’ Bar; Salad Bowl with Toppings; Salade Nicoise; Salade de Lentilles du Puy (lentil salad with roasted carrots and beets); Fresh Fruit Tray; Gougeres (cheese puffs) Pesto and Tomato French Breads; Souffl’e aux Artichauts et aux (artichoke and mushroom souffle); Quiche Lorraine Oeufs Farcis a’ la Perigourdine (Perigord - style stuffed eggs); Canard Roti au Cidre avec Navets (roasted duck with cider and turnips); Boeuf a’ la Mode aux Carottes (braised beef with carrots); Ratatouille/Gratin Douphinois (potatoes baked in milk and cream); Tian de Legumes (Mediteranian vegetable casserole)
Carving Station:
Baked Ham
Dessert:
Torte aux Pommes (apple tart); Gateau aux Noix (walnut cake); Gateau de Riz (rice pudding); Croquembouche’
Brunch Program: The Mystery of the Massasauga Rattlesnake
How dangerous is the Massasauga? What is happening to its needed habitat? Join biologist David A. Wooten, Washtenaw Community College Professor, for an afternoon discussion on this unique Michigan snake. We'll discuss the natural history, venom toxicity, conservation, and mystery around the Massasauga and have all your questions answered.
Time: Brunch is Filled - The program on Massasauga Rattlesnakes is
still open to the public.
Brunch Seating at 11:30 am and 1 pm
Program at 12:15 pm
Brunch Cost:
Members: $11 for adults and $5 for children (ages 4-10) plus 6% sales tax Non-member: $13 adults and $6 children (ages 4-10) – plus 6% sales tax
Program is Free
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Saturday, April 19 – Trees for Life
Have you had a baby at Pennock Hospital since October 2007? If so, come to the Institute to pick up your commemorative oak tree seedling as part of the Institute’s Trees for Life program. A new life is the start of something very special. As your newborn grows, so will his or her tree. Nature is a part of all of us and as vital to a healthy life as love, food, and air. Help your family make this important connection to nature as you give a very special gift to your newborn that will grow as strong and healthy as your little one does.
Time: Noon – 3 pm
Cost: Free
Phone: 269-721-4190
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Saturday, April 26 – Renewable Energy Series: Solar Panel Workshop
Bob Kildea will teach you how to build your own small photovoltaic system (solar panel). All supplies for the system will be provided as part of the workshop. The portable solar system that you will build can provide enough energy to power a small TV or computer, power tools, or many other appliances that use no more than 500 watts.
Pre-registration and payment are required. The workshop is limited to 12 people.
Time: 9 am – 1 pm
Cost: $295 for the workshop and the 15-watt system
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Saturday, May 3 - Spring Ephemerals Hike
Join us for this special adventure for exploring Little Grand Canyon for nature’s spring gems such as bloodroot, spring beauty, and trillium. The Little Grand Canyon is one of Barry County’s glacial wonders. It is a 150-foot glacial ravine that was carved out by melt waters thousands of years ago. This nearly undisturbed area boasts a spring display of color and sound that is unrivaled in the area. The terrain is moderately difficult and should not be attempted by those who have difficulties walking up and down steep terrain. Please dress for the spring weather and wear sturdy shoes. Pre-registration is required and registration is limited to 15 people per hike. Extra hike times have been added due to the popularity of this annual event.
Time: Hike times are 9 am, 10:30 am, noon, and 1:30 pm. Registration is limited to 15 people per hike.
Cost: Members: $3; Non-Members: $5
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Saturday, May 10 - Project Wet Workshop
Project WET (Water Education for Teachers) is an international, nonprofit, interdisciplinary, water education program for formal and non-formal educators of students ages 5 to 18. The program facilitates and promotes awareness, appreciation, knowledge, and stewardship of water resources through the dissemination of classroom-ready teaching aids. Please call (269) 721-4190 to register.
Time: 9 am – 3 pm
Cost: Members: $35; Non-Members: $40
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Sunday, May 11 - Native Plant Sale
Designs by Nature is back to host the popular native plant sale. The plants featured are Michigan native and important additions to your landscape. Available for purchase are prairie forbs (wildflowers), grasses and sedges, and other woodland native plants.
Native Plant Sale List (PDF)
Time: 11 am – 3 pm
Cost: Admission to sale is free
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Sunday, May 11, 2008 – Mother’s Day Brunch
This special holiday brunch will include special menu selections including chef carved prime rib and an expanded dessert station. Pre-registration and payment are required. This brunch fills up fast, so be sure to make your reservation early. An informative program will take place at 12:15 pm.
Breakfast Items:
Pastries; Muffins; Breads and Rolls; Bacon; Hash Browns; Pecan Pancakes; French Toast; Made-to-order Omelet Station
Dinner Items:
Salads with Toppings; Fruit Marshmallow Salad; Barley Beet Salad; Fresh Fruit Tray; Herb Crusted Chicken with Supreme Sauce; Smoked Salmon with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce; Green Bean Casserole; Steamed Red Skins; Mushroom Vegetable Strudel with Garlic Sauce
Carving Station:
Prime Rib Aus Jus with Horse Radish Sauce
Dessert:
Cheese Cake; Strawberry Pie; Coconut Cream Cake; Chocolate Fudge Bars; Rainbow Cookies
Brunch Program: The Effects of Invasive Plants on Native Plant Communities Join Vern Stevens from Designs By Nature for this informative talk covering why invasive plants are becoming widespread in Michigan, what they are doing to the native plant communities, and how to control/manage their impact.
Time:
Brunch Seating at 11:30 am, 1 pm, and 2:30 pm
Program at 12:15 pm
Brunch Cost:
Members: $13 for adults and $5 for children (ages 4-10) plus 6% sales tax Non-member: $15 adults and $6 children (ages 4-10) – plus 6% sales tax
Program is Free
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Saturday, May 17 - Introductory Renewable Energy Seminars
Are you interested in learning the basics of renewable energy systems and how they work in Michigan? The Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association’s (GLREA), renewable energy seminars, hosted by Pierce Cedar Creek Institute, will answer commonly asked questions about three of the most popular types of renewable energy applications: solar heating, solar electricity, and wind electricity. Instructor Mark Bauer of Bauer Power, Inc. has many years of experience in installing, repairing and designing renewable energy systems. Registration fees are based on the seminars that you attend. You can register for one, two or three seminars. Register now to learn about how you can benefit from clean, abundant, renewable energy! For more information on the seminar, or to register, go to www.glrea.org. You can also call GLREA at (800) 434-9788 or email at info@glrea.org.
Time: 9am-5pm
Cost: One Seminar: $30; Two Seminars: $40; Three Seminars: $50
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Saturday, May 24 - Birding for Beginners
Birding is a great reason to get outside and explore our natural world. It sharpens our observation skills, makes us think, and opens us to new experiences. Join Interpretive Naturalist Doug Wright for this early morning hike as we go in search of our feathered friends. The hike is designed to help the beginning bird enthusiast become a better birder. Learn where to look for birds, tips on how to identify birds in the field, and basic binocular use.
Time: 7 – 9 am
Cost: Members: $3; Non-Members: $5
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Friday, May 30 - Michigan Reptiles and Amphibians presented by The Outdoor Discovery Center
Can turtles really breathe through their bottom? Do you get warts from touching toads? Can snakes be poisonous? These and many more questions will be answered as you explore the life history of reptiles and amphibians with a focus on animals present in Michigan. A number of live animals will be used during this program. After the presentation, there will be hands-on time possible with many of the live animals from the program. Live toads, frogs, salamanders, snakes and turtles will be included in the presentation.
Time: 7 pm
Cost: Members: $6 Adults; $4 Children (ages 4 - 12); Non-Members: $8 Adults; $6 Children
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