Thanks Thanks - Schedel Gardens

SCHEDEL ARBORETUM & GARDENS
Bequest Society
From time to time we are
saddened to learn of the death
of a supporter of the mission of
the gardens. And, from time to
time, we realize that that mission
meant more to the deceased than
we knew as we are notified of a
bequest to the Schedel Foundation.
Philanthropy is usually not an
act of seeking recognition on the
part of the donor. However, to the
Schedel Foundation as beneficiary
such acts are monumental and
we would like to recognize and
thank those who remember the
cause in their estate planning.
We realize this to be a sensitive
and very personal topic, and also
understand that some do not
wish to have their plans known.
With that said, we are creating
a Bequest Society to recognize
those who have included—as well
as those planning to include—
the foundation in their estate
planning. A simple and tasteful
tribute area in the gardens will
be created to honor those who
so thoughtfully help to ensure
that our mission endures for
generations to come.
If you have already made plans
to include the foundation in your
estate planning, or would consider
doing so, please contact Rod Noble
at the office to learn more and
be included in the Schedel
Foundation Bequest Society.
FROM THE DIRECTOR
SUMMER 2013
New Addition to the Gardens
While traveling in Colorado more than
20 years ago, long time supporters
Jim & Bertha Leppert came across a
“rock” that they fell in love with,
purchased and had relocated to their
home in northern Wood County. That
“rock,” happens to weigh 6 tons! The
Leppert’s recently gifted the “rock”
to the SA&G and last week, with the
assistance of Mosser Construction Company from Fremont, it was relocated to it’s new
home along the driveway between the Brown Welcome Center and the Manor House.
Thanks
Bertha & Jim!
Much as the gardens change appearance during the progression of the season, the
appearance of our new rock changes by the minute as light from the sun moves
across the surface of the many minerals and composites that make up the beauty
of this geological treasure. Consisting primarily of rose quartz, there are brilliant
streaks of mica also prominent. You will be thrilled and amazed while gazing at
this 8 feet long, 4 feet wide and 4 feet high wonder that has a polished silver
appearance over much of it’s surface. It is the perfect addition to the gardens and
furthering our Mission of “...offering life enriching experiences for the benefit of
current and future generations by affording opportunities for the study and
appreciation of nature and the arts.”
Photo Contest • Deadline August 24th
Schedel Gardens 8th Annual Photo Contest presented by New York Life
Insurance is under way. We are accepting entries for the show until
August 24th. This is an amateur show featuring photos from the Schedel
Gardens. The top 25 entries will be on exhibit in the Schedel Trellis
Gallery from September 10th–October 31st. Prizes will be awarded to the
top photos 1st, 2nd, 3rd, special merit, and director’s award. Please see our
website www.schedel-gardens.org for further guidelines.
Art at the Gardens
The Tenth Annual
Hidden Garden
Party is upon us.
You are cordially invited to join
us Sunday, September 8th from
2-5 pm. The event is for the
benefit of the Schedel Foundation.
Come together with friends
and emcees Robert Shiels and
Emilie Voss from WTOL 11 as
they host Northwest Ohio’s
premier gala fundraising event
including silent and live auctions
conducted by Jerry Anderson,
also of WTOL 11.
The afternoon will feature live
music with Joe Baker and Bob
Manley during the social hour
and silent auction. A wonderful
surf and turf dinner prepared by
Stellas’ Restaurant of Perrysburg
will be served followed by the
live auction. To make reservations, contact Schedel Gardens
419-862-3182 or visit our website
at www.schedel-gardens.org.
Donations are $150 per person
or $1,000 for a table of 8.
Special thanks to sponsor’s
Crown Battery, Toledo Free
Press, and C. Sterling Jewelers.
All proceeds to benefit the
Schedel Arboretum & Gardens.
Bringing nature and art together seems
so, well... natural! The Brown Welcome
Center is featuring local talent, Dianne
Rozak. Dianne takes digital photos and
creates watercolor images from them.
Many of the images are from the
Marblehead area, including one of the
cherished Lighthouse. These framed
photos are for sale through October.
The Trellis Gallery exhibit is graced
with the pastel works of Rebecca Booth.
Rebecca is from
nearby Genoa
Ohio. Pastels are
different than oils
and acrylics.
Pastels do not
have extenders to
make the paint
move with the
brush. Instead the
pure pigment is formed into varying
sized “chunks” of color which is
applied like chalk on a chalk board.
Rebecca comments it is a dirty job she
has embraced since the 1990’s.
Rebecca’s work includes a combination
of her love of nature and her pets.
Rebecca’s art is for sale at the gardens
through September 10th.
“Collectively Independent”, the
sculpture exhibit displayed on the
grounds includes Austin I. Collins,
Judith Greavu, William J. Kremer, and
Jonathan Andrew Sudler. The work in
this exhibit represents all four
of the primary
methodologies
related to the art
and practice of
sculpture. Special
thanks to Shawn
Morin for curating the exhibit
for us. These 8 pieces are in addition
to many other permanent sculpture
we have throughout the gardens.
Planning a special event or meeting?
Host your next special event at one of Northwest Ohio’s Hidden Treasures.
The Brown Welcome Center is the perfect venue for upscale seminars,
executive retreats, showers, anniversary parties, social events, or intimate
wedding receptions. Call Veronica at (419) 862-3182 for more information.
SCHEDEL ARBORETUM AND GARDENS MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM
BUCKEYE LEVEL – $35
FRIEND’S CIRCLE
• Single membership (fully tax deductible †)
REDBUD LEVEL – $50
• Family membership (fully tax deductible †)
Family = Spouse and dependent children
CEDAR LEVEL – $50
• Grandparents plus two grandchildren (fully tax deductible †)
LILAC LEVEL – $100
• Family membership and four “one day” passes
• 10% discounts on plant and gift sales
• (fully tax deductible †)
BALD CYPRESS LEVEL – $150
• Family membership and four passes
Family = Spouse and dependent children
• 10% discounts on plant and gift sales
• Invitation to selected receptions
• (fully tax deductible †)
DAWN REDWOOD LEVEL – $200
• Family membership and four passes
• Invitation to selected receptions
• 15% discounts on plant & gift sales
• (fully tax deductible †)
DOGWOOD LEVEL – $250
• Family membership and four passes
• Invitation to selected receptions
• 20% discounts on plant & gift sales
• (fully tax deductible †)
MAGNOLIA LEVEL* – $500
• Family membership and six passes
• Invitation to selected receptions
• 20% discounts on plant and gift shop sales
• 10% discount for a hosted social event ††
• ($465 is tax deductible †)
DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE
Friend’s Circle benefits included.
LILY LEVEL* – $1,000
• An invitation for two to attend the Director’s
Reception at the gardens
• ($930 is tax deductible†)
DAHLIA LEVEL* – $2,500
• An invitation for two to attend the Director’s
Reception at the gardens
• Use of the gardens for a social event for up
to 100 guests at no charge ††
• ($2,320 is tax deductible†)
ROSE LEVEL* – $5,000
• An invitation for two to attend the Director’s
Reception at the gardens
• Use of the gardens for a social event for up
to 200 guests at no charge ††
• ($4,500 is tax deductible†)
LIFE MEMBERSHIP
• An invitation for two to attend the Director’s
Reception at the gardens
• Use of the gardens for a social event for up
to 200 guests ††
• Recognition with a plaque in the gardens
• 1 - $10,000 one time payment
• 2 - 10 annual installments of $1,250 each
• 3 - Cumulative gifts exceeding $15,000
* At this level, payments may be made quarterly.
† Estimated for Federal Income Tax purposes.
Consult a tax advisor.
†† Arrangements to be mutually agreed upon.
Benefits at any level may be waived to
maximize tax deduction.
PLEASE MAIL YOUR CHECK TO:
Schedel Foundation • P.O. Box 81 • Elmore, OH 43416
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❒ Yes, in order to save on printing and mailing costs, I am willing to receive my Torii via email.
Enclosed is $__________________________for my membership at the_______________________________________________________level.
$__________________________for general garden improvements
$__________________________ plant, container donations and/or fall mum plantings
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❒ I am interested in Volunteer Work. Please contact me with more information.
❒ Please contact me to discuss planned giving options.
Rev. 2013
NON PROFIT
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ELMORE, OH
PERMIT 7
19255 W. Portage River S. Rd.
Elmore, OH 43416
CONTACT US:
419.862.3182
www.schedel-gardens.org
“Mums” the Word
For many years hundreds of chrysanthemums adorned the driveway area of the gardens each fall. Over the past several
years, due to budget constraints, that number diminished to just a couple hundred. It was always such a popular and
beautiful fall display that many members and visitors began to express their desire to see the number of mums planted
restored to that of years ago.
Thanks in part to a $1,000 grant from the Ottawa County Community Foundation, we are on the road to being able to meet
those desires. However, we are still short of our goal. You can help! Please consider a donation of $25 or more designated
“Mums.” Donations of $100 or more will receive special recognition. Also, special thanks to Bench’s Greenhouse and Nursery
of Elmore for growing the mums and annuals that adorn the gardens this season.